{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Moyock Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":56.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9811697,"projectId":9667136,"letterContent":"The moment our new Melissa & Doug kitchen materials arrived; our students were buzzing with excitement! Many of them immediately gravitated toward the colorful play food and lifelike tools, eagerly exploring the mixer, cake set, and fridge foods. One of our students who typically hesitates to join peer play proudly \"cooked\" a pretend breakfast for his classmates—an incredible moment of social engagement and communication growth. Another student practiced fine motor skills by gripping and turning the mixer knobs, celebrating when he was able to maneuver them independently. These materials have already sparked meaningful, play-based learning moments that blend play therapy interactions, communication, and STEM exploration in joyful ways.\r\nIn our classroom, these resources are now woven into daily learning. During rotations, our students can work together to \"wash and dry\" dishes, sequence steps for baking a cake, and use pretend ingredients to tell short stories or label actions—supporting both speech and literacy goals. The food sets target fine motor strength, bilateral coordination, and purposeful movement, while communication opportunities incorporate the pizza and condiments for requesting, labeling, and cooperative conversation. The play kitchen area has become a shared learning hub where all students—regardless of ability—can participate, succeed, and find joy.\r\nAs we continue building our unit on sequencing, nutrition, and STEM concepts like measuring and comparing, these materials will support even deeper learning. Your generosity has given our students not just new tools, but new opportunities to flourish academically, and socially! Thank you for making such a meaningful difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1762265346629,"projectUrl":"project/serving-up-learning/9667136/","projectTitle":"Serving Up Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mattes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9811697_orig.jpg?crop=224,224,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737078781916","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/oursuperstudents"},{"teacherId":9811697,"projectId":9785519,"letterContent":"Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts, for the love and support you've continued to pour into our classroom! Because of you—our generous donors, which included our amazing parents—our students have already been busy exploring, creating, laughing, and learning with their new materials. Your kindness shows them that there is a caring team behind them, lifting them up and believing in their abilities every single day!\r\n\r\nThe Engineer-A-Coaster Activity Kit has quickly become a favorite, giving our students the chance to design, test, and problem-solve as little engineers. The Hands-On Counting Trays are helping them build early math and counting skills in a way that feels fun, successful, and just right for how they learn best. So far the counting cubes have been an added bonus to use for their new trays. The Elmer's Gue Cosmic Shimmer slime has added a magical sensory experience so most! Some are using it to stay calm, focused, and/or engaged while building on sharing turns, communicating, and enjoying a little extra sparkle in their rotations!\r\n\r\nWe are so grateful for you! Every smile, every \"I did it!\" look and feel, every moment of connection and confidence we see is a reflection of your generosity. Thank you for wrapping our students in support, for trusting us, and for helping us create a classroom where they feel loved, capable, and celebrated. 💙","fullyFundedDate":1760928859563,"projectUrl":"project/stem-engineer/9785519/","projectTitle":"Stem: Engineer","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mattes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9811697_orig.jpg?crop=224,224,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737078781916","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/oursuperstudents"},{"teacherId":9811697,"projectId":9569760,"letterContent":"Thank you so incredibly much to donating to our classroom! We are so grateful for your donations to our super students and they are able to continue to use new manipulatives thanks to your donations! They are enjoying learning even more while working on social skills, stem skills, and overall communication skills! We have used the timer on a daily basis to help with transitions and they are using our hands-on fine motor connectors, which includes the blocks to support with math and to work on our fine motor skills. Our students are absolutely in love with the bubbles and they are truly a class favorite! We are so, so thankful for your donations from all of our donors, both local and far. You're loved more than you know!","fullyFundedDate":1757549243338,"projectUrl":"project/building-minds-and-growing-learners/9569760/","projectTitle":"Building Minds and Growing Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mattes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9811697_orig.jpg?crop=224,224,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737078781916","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/oursuperstudents"},{"teacherId":9590309,"projectId":9274371,"letterContent":"Although my classroom dynamic changed, the materials provided still helped with helping regulate my students being able to block their visual looking of each other's work during quizzes. And during heightened emotions, the calming strips and literacy tools also were very helpful.\r\nThe Zen strips have helped them regulate their emotions and give them something tactile to ground them. The visual blockers help not only with potential treating, but also sometimes with high-end or escalated. Emotions and not being triggered by each other.","fullyFundedDate":1746640519713,"projectUrl":"project/end-of-year-zen-yes-even-with-testing/9274371/","projectTitle":"End of Year Zen (Yes Even With Testing)","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tiffany","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9590309_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720890927814","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9590309"},{"teacherId":9811697,"projectId":9569853,"letterContent":"Thank you, thank you!! Getting our crash pad and our tent for our super students was incredibly important because it provides them with a safe, calming space to regulate their emotions and sensory input! These tools help reduce anxiety, improve focus, and support their learning and development. The tent offers a quiet retreat when things feel overwhelming, while the crash pad allows for safe movement and deep pressure input, which many sensory students find soothing. Your support makes a real difference! Thank you so much!!","fullyFundedDate":1755696492505,"projectUrl":"project/cozy-retreat/9569853/","projectTitle":"Cozy Retreat","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mattes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9811697_orig.jpg?crop=224,224,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737078781916","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/oursuperstudents"},{"teacherId":9811697,"projectId":9212074,"letterContent":"Thank you so much to General Motors and our other generous donor for bringing this project to life! Your support has made a lasting impact on our special education classroom. The liquid floor tiles and water sensory pad have quickly become student favorites, sparking joy, curiosity, and active engagement. These sensory tools support motor development, creativity, and inclusion—key components in helping our students thrive. We're deeply grateful for your kindness and belief in their potential! Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1752758445584,"projectUrl":"project/visualize-their-play-and-exploration/9212074/","projectTitle":"Visualize Their Play and Exploration!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mattes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9811697_orig.jpg?crop=224,224,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737078781916","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/oursuperstudents"},{"teacherId":9811697,"projectId":9304478,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom has become more organized and efficient! Our students were excited to receive their personalized folder organizers, which help them carry materials safely and take pride in staying prepared. The sturdy milk crates are now essential storage tools, keeping supplies and schoolwork neatly arranged. These resources have made a big difference in creating a structured, respectful space where all our students feel valued and ready to learn. We can't thank you enough!","fullyFundedDate":1752506255350,"projectUrl":"project/organized-materials/9304478/","projectTitle":"Organized Materials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mattes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9811697_orig.jpg?crop=224,224,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737078781916","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/oursuperstudents"},{"teacherId":9811697,"projectId":9380483,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations! The inclusive dolls, occupation puppets, DUPLO doctor set, wheelchair accessories, and People Colors® crayons arrived just as school let out—perfect timing! We're thrilled knowing our super students will be greeted with these meaningful and engaging resources when they return in the Fall. These items will help foster imaginative play, kindness, and inclusivity in powerful ways. Your support makes a real difference, and we're so grateful for your continued commitment to our students' growth and joy. With heartfelt thanks and","fullyFundedDate":1748462302201,"projectUrl":"project/represent-diversity-for-all/9380483/","projectTitle":"Represent Diversity for All","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mattes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9811697_orig.jpg?crop=224,224,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737078781916","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/oursuperstudents"},{"teacherId":9811697,"projectId":9068103,"letterContent":"THANK YOU! Thanks to the support of the Jim and Karen Willis Charitable Fund, Ripple, and anonymous donors, our classroom library is now more inclusive and engaging than ever! With books at various reading levels and rich visual supports, our students are exploring new topics, building vocabulary, and developing a love for reading. These resources support differentiated instruction and help foster curiosity every day. Thank you for empowering our learners with the joy of books! Thank you so, so much! <3","fullyFundedDate":1746531554741,"projectUrl":"project/ready-set-read-adding-to-our-classro/9068103/","projectTitle":"Ready, Set, Read! Adding to our Classroom Library!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mattes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9811697_orig.jpg?crop=224,224,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737078781916","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/oursuperstudents"},{"teacherId":9811697,"projectId":9213840,"letterContent":"Thanks to the generous support of our donors, our classroom has become an even more dynamic, engaging, and accessible place for learning! The Lakeshore Teaching Tubs Storage Rack, Mystery Box, and Weather Station have brought so much value to our daily routines. These hands-on tools allow our students to explore science, math, and literacy concepts through discovery and sensory-rich experiences—just the way they learn best.\r\n\r\nThe Lakeshore Teaching Tubs Storage Rack has greatly improved how we manage our classroom materials. Before, our A–Z tubs were not easily accessible and could be overwhelming. Now, everything is clearly organized and visible, helping both students and staff easily locate the resources we need. This level of organization has made it easier to set up independent and small-group activities, and our students are showing greater interest during center time because materials are presented in a more inviting and structured way.\r\n\r\nThe Mystery Box has added an exciting and interactive element to our weekly lessons. While some of our students are non-verbal, we support their communication through visuals, gestures, and assistive devices. Each week, the Mystery Box contains an object related to a theme we're studying—like a pinecone during our nature unit or a thermometer for a science lesson. Staff members guide the experience by offering visual choices and sensory cues to help students explore and build understanding. The anticipation and engagement during these activities are powerful. Even without words or with words, our students express their interest through eye gaze, reaching, smiling, or increased attention.\r\n\r\nThe Weather Station has become a core part of our morning routine. With teacher and staff support, students engage in observing and recording the weather each day using picture symbols and touch-based exploration. We use simple tools to track conditions like sunny, cloudy, rainy, or windy days, and integrate this data into group lessons with weather charts and graphs. Students interact with the tools in hands-on ways—feeling the breeze from the wind spinner or using tactile symbols to match the daily weather. These experiences help make abstract concepts more concrete and meaningful.\r\n\r\nWe're also looking forward to integrating all of these resources into our upcoming themed learning weeks, where the Teaching Tubs will support language-rich play, the Mystery Box will be part of a sensory scavenger hunt, and the Weather Station will help guide our science activities. These tools support multiple learning styles and create opportunities for exploration, movement, and communication.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our students have access to engaging, sensory-based learning opportunities that meet their diverse needs. You've helped us create a classroom environment where all learners can grow, discover, and connect with the world around them. Thank you for believing in our students and making these moments possible. 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This adds in a level of accountability in responsibility for their own learning and their peers learning. The storage helps with accountability.","fullyFundedDate":1743106592068,"projectUrl":"project/let-them-check-their-work-without-relian/9117759/","projectTitle":"Let Them Check Their Work Without Reliance on Chromebooks-MATH Class","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tiffany","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9590309_orig.jpg?crop=2208,2208,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1720890927814","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9590309"},{"teacherId":9811697,"projectId":9206450,"letterContent":"We are SO GRATEFUL! THANK YOU! \r\n\r\nReceiving these incredible educational resources has had a tremendous positive impact on our classroom and students! The STEMBee Numbered Liquid Sensory Tiles and 12\" x 12\" Activity Play Mats have provided a fun and interactive way for students to engage with numbers and sensory play, enhancing their fine motor skills and learning through exploration. The Tender Leaf Toys Weather Watch has been a fantastic tool for teaching students about weather patterns and the changing seasons, encouraging curiosity and hands-on learning in science. The Magnetic Tiles set has sparked creativity and problem-solving as students build and design various structures, promoting teamwork and critical thinking. The Atoylink Wooden Counting Peg Board and SYNARRY Wooden Ten-Frame Set have been instrumental in developing early math skills, helping students understand basic addition and subtraction through hands-on manipulation. The TOP BRIGHT Educational Learning Number Toys have supported students in developing number recognition and counting skills, while the Panda Brothers Montessori Screwdriver Board Set has provided a wonderful opportunity for students to strengthen fine motor skills while exploring cause and effect through a fun, hands-on activity. These tools have transformed our classroom into an engaging, interactive learning environment that promotes STEM, math, and sensory development. 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