/*
Theme Name: STEP Learn
Theme URI: https://steplearn.org/
Author: STEP Learn
Description: A calm, editorial WordPress theme for STEP Learn—a vibrant thinking space for curious minds.
Version: 1.0.0
Requires at least: 6.2
Requires PHP: 7.4
License: GNU General Public License v2 or later
Text Domain: step-learn
*/

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