{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"MSDWT Early Learning Center","outOfStateSupporters":29.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10390192,"projectId":9970078,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my preschool students now have new Play-Doh materials that have become a favorite part of our week. Fridays are Play-Doh mornings in our classroom, so the excitement was immediate when the new supplies arrived.\r\nSome students couldn't wait to press the dinosaurs into the Play-Doh and build volcanoes around them. Others were focused on using the letter cutters to shape the first letter of their name, and even their siblings' names, proudly showing their work to the teachers. \r\nThese moments of play are also moments of learning. Through Play-Doh, students are strengthening fine motor skills, practicing letter recognition, and expressing creativity in ways that feel fun and meaningful. Thank you for making these joyful learning experiences possible and for helping create memories my students will carry with them.","fullyFundedDate":1766499793769,"projectUrl":"project/roll-shape-create/9970078/","projectTitle":"Roll, Shape, Create!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rebecca","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10390192_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1766351257823","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10390192"},{"teacherId":10390192,"projectId":9969606,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, my preschool students now have access to more hands-on math materials that allow them to play to learn. Items like geoboards, Unifix cubes, and other manipulatives have transformed how students explore numbers, shapes, and patterns in our classroom.\r\nA few of my students were especially excited about anything Numberblocks. It's their favorite math game, and they absolutely love the little characters on the Unifix cube shapes. When the new materials arrived, they couldn't believe we had more of them! They immediately jumped into playing with the poppers and the Nuts About Counting game, counting, sorting, and laughing together as they explored the materials.\r\nAs a first-year teacher, this project has had such a meaningful impact on my classroom. Because of you, math feels joyful, approachable, and exciting for my students. Thank you for helping create a learning environment where children are genuinely excited to learn and explore every day.","fullyFundedDate":1766352080520,"projectUrl":"project/play-to-learn-math-at-every-turn/9969606/","projectTitle":"Play to Learn, Math at Every Turn!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Rebecca","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10390192_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1766351257823","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10390192"},{"teacherId":9624399,"projectId":9529436,"letterContent":"Thank you so so much for helping fund the drying rack for my classroom. Every single day my students are playing with water, painting, or using paint sticks. Having a place for everything to dry that is out of sight is such a huge relief. Because my students are young and very curious before we had a drying rack we were always searching for a place to cram wet projects out of sight. Having a set place for everything is a breath of fresh air, and gives us more time for mess making. ; ) \r\n\r\nThank you for everything you do to make our school a better place!","fullyFundedDate":1756410094864,"projectUrl":"project/drying-rack-for-little-artists/9529436/","projectTitle":"Drying Rack for Little Artists","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kaitlin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9624399_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1743718316066","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9624399"},{"teacherId":9624399,"projectId":9531128,"letterContent":"My students have absolutely ADORED the playdough supplies you helped us get. In addition to my own classroom I shared many/most of the playdough materials with some of the new teachers in our building who had no playdough tools. \r\n\r\nBy getting additional tools I have been able to use playdough as an arrival task once a week. When students come in they unpack their belongings and find a tray with playdough and fun tools at their seat spot. Can you imagine a more exciting way to arrive at school? Having engaging arrival tasks allows the teacher time to greet students, and assist with unpacking. It also allows these little hands to move and get stronger and stronger every day!","fullyFundedDate":1755800901460,"projectUrl":"project/i-love-playdough-you-love-playdough-we/9531128/","projectTitle":"I Love Playdough, You Love Playdough, We All Love Playdough","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kaitlin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9624399_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1743718316066","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9624399"},{"teacherId":10235015,"projectId":9675526,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Exploring Sports Balls in Our Classroom project! Because of your generosity, my students now have the opportunity to learn through movement, play, and exploration. Before, we had limited materials to use for our sports and motion lessons—but now, we have a wonderful variety of balls that allow every student to participate and stay engaged.\r\n\r\nThe students have been so excited to explore the different sizes, textures, and types of sports balls. They've been comparing how each one moves, bounces, and rolls while developing important coordination, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. It's been incredible to watch them learn through play and apply those lessons in creative ways.\r\n\r\nYour support has made such a meaningful difference in our classroom. You've helped create joyful, active learning experiences that my students look forward to every day. Thank you for helping make learning both fun and full of motion!","fullyFundedDate":1761836539013,"projectUrl":"project/exploring-sports-balls-in-our-classroom/9675526/","projectTitle":"Exploring Sports Balls in Our Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brooklyn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10235015_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757733283653","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10235015"},{"teacherId":10235015,"projectId":9708903,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our Learning Through Play: Building Skills With Play-Doh project! Before your generous donations, we had plenty of Play-Doh but not enough tools for everyone to explore and create at the same time. Now, every student has the opportunity to fully engage, share ideas, and build their fine motor and creative skills through hands-on play.\r\n\r\nThe excitement on my students' faces when they first saw all the new rollers, cutters, and molds was priceless. They have been using the tools to make letters, numbers, shapes, and imaginative creations—learning through play in the best way possible. It's been amazing to see how these simple tools have encouraged collaboration, independence, and joyful learning every day.\r\n\r\nYour generosity has made a lasting difference in our classroom. Because of your support, my students are learning, growing, and creating in new and meaningful ways. Thank you for helping make our classroom a place where play and learning truly come together!","fullyFundedDate":1762266247066,"projectUrl":"project/learning-through-play-building-skills-w/9708903/","projectTitle":"Learning Through Play: Building Skills With Play-Doh","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brooklyn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10235015_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757733283653","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10235015"},{"teacherId":10235015,"projectId":9709288,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of Bringing Nature to Life: Tree Books and Sensory Exploration! Your donation has helped bring hands-on, engaging learning experiences into our classroom.\r\n\r\nWith these new books and sensory materials, my students are exploring the wonders of nature in exciting and meaningful ways. They love discovering the textures, colors, and stories of trees—connecting what they read to what they feel and see. It's incredible to watch their curiosity grow as they learn through touch, observation, and imagination.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has truly helped make learning come alive for my students. We are so grateful for your support in helping us create a classroom full of discovery and joy!","fullyFundedDate":1759260977225,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-nature-to-life-tree-books-and/9709288/","projectTitle":"Bringing Nature to Life: Tree Books and Sensory Exploration","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brooklyn","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10235015_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757733283653","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10235015"},{"teacherId":10102271,"projectId":9557464,"letterContent":"Alphabet manipulatives have made a transformative impact on early childhood education in our preschool program. These hands-on learning tools—ranging from letter robots, letter locks and letter animals—have not only enriched our literacy curriculum but have also inspired deeper engagement, creativity, and confidence among our young learners.\r\n\r\nThe primary goal of introducing alphabet manipulatives is to strengthen letter recognition and sound association, the foundation of early reading skills. Through daily activities with manipulatives, students now interact with letters in meaningful, multisensory ways. They touch, move, and explore each shape, allowing kinesthetic learning to reinforce visual and auditory recognition. This approach aligns with research showing that children learn best through active exploration and play, rather than passive instruction.\r\n\r\n Working with manipulatives encourages cooperation and communication. Children often collaborate in small groups to sort letters by color or sound, or build alphabet towers, which promotes teamwork and turn-taking. Fine motor skills have also improved as students grasp, twist, and arrange small objects with increasing precision. These subtle physical skills are crucial not only for writing but also for overall coordination and hand strength.\r\n\r\nThe use of manipulatives has also fostered a more inclusive learning environment. Every child, regardless of learning style or ability, can engage at their own pace. Visual learners enjoy color-coded letter sets, auditory learners benefit from pairing manipulatives with phonics songs, and tactile learners thrive when tracing or molding letters from clay. Teachers have noticed that children with limited English proficiency especially benefit, as the physical interaction with letters provides concrete reinforcement of new language patterns.\r\n\r\nIn summary, alphabet manipulatives have had a profound and measurable impact on our preschool program. They have transformed literacy instruction into a joyful, hands-on experience that builds foundational skills while fostering creativity, confidence, and collaboration. As children explore the alphabet through touch and play, they are not only learning letters—they are developing the curiosity and love of learning that will guide their educational journeys for years to come.","fullyFundedDate":1755800902053,"projectUrl":"project/alphabet-dreams/9557464/","projectTitle":"Alphabet Dreams","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tracy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10102271"},{"teacherId":10102271,"projectId":9540171,"letterContent":"The Felt Board Story Time has made a meaningful impact on our community by bringing stories to life in a way that engages young learners and their families. Through colorful felt pieces, songs, and interactive storytelling, children are encouraged to listen, imagine, and participate—building essential early literacy and social skills. Each session supports language development, comprehension, and creativity, while also strengthening the bond between caregivers and children.\r\n\r\nBeyond early literacy, Felt Board Story Time fosters community connection. Families form friendships, discover library resources, and develop a lifelong love of reading. The joy, laughter, and learning that fill each session ripple outward, inspiring continued curiosity and literacy at home.\r\n\r\nThrough simple felt pieces and shared stories, this program nurtures imagination, inclusion, and the foundational skills every child needs to thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1755650667233,"projectUrl":"project/story-time-love/9540171/","projectTitle":"Story Time Love","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tracy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10102271"},{"teacherId":10159678,"projectId":9573130,"letterContent":"We are so grateful for your generous donation toward our classroom manipulatives! Your support is helping our preschoolers learn through play, exploration, and creativity every single day.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our students now have more opportunities to build fine motor skills, problem-solve, and discover the joy of learning through hands-on experiences. Your kindness is making a lasting difference in their early education journey.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our little learners and helping us create a classroom full of curiosity and growth!","fullyFundedDate":1755800899509,"projectUrl":"project/preschool-manipulatives/9573130/","projectTitle":"Preschool Manipulatives","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10159678"},{"teacherId":10102271,"projectId":9518992,"letterContent":"We are deeply grateful for the generous donation of Pete the Cat and Pigeon books to our classroom library. Your contribution has made a meaningful and lasting impact on our young readers, fostering a genuine love of literacy and learning among our students.\r\n\r\nWhen the books first arrived, excitement filled the room. The familiar faces of Pete the Cat and Mo Willems' beloved Pigeon characters immediately caught the children's attention. These characters are not only fun and engaging but also relatable and full of important life lessons—about resilience, kindness, problem-solving, and being true to oneself. Many of our students had heard of these stories but had never had the chance to hold or read them on their own. Your gift changed that.\r\n\r\nFor many of our children, books at home are a rarity. Having access to colorful, funny, and easy-to-read stories has transformed reading from something they \"have to do\" into something they want to do. We've seen an incredible increase in reading engagement since adding these titles to our collection. During independent reading time, students eagerly reach for Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! or Pete the Cat and His Four Groovy Buttons. They laugh, quote lines, and even act out the stories together. Our classroom has become a place where joy and literacy intertwine every day.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of our students, staff, and families, thank you for your kindness and for believing in the power of reading. Your donation has truly made a difference in our community, and we are so grateful for your continued support in helping our children grow, learn, and dream big.","fullyFundedDate":1754370593374,"projectUrl":"project/library-dreams/9518992/","projectTitle":"Library Dreams","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tracy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10102271"},{"teacherId":9974749,"projectId":9611499,"letterContent":"My students were beyond excited to play with their new materials! They have been working on fine motor skills while learning letter sounds with the alphabet locks, and developing their collaborative skills working together to building with the magnetic coaster. \r\nThe materials you helped deliver to my students has helped them engage with hands on learning day after day. We have been able to utilize our sensory table materials in a variety of ways, with themes that correlate to our lessons. Children have also developed improved sensory strategies and turn taking utilizing our new sensory mats. Many of the items we received serve multiple purposes, allowing children to learn pre academics while being creative and inquisitive. Hands on, fun learning materials helps us make learning accessible to all students. We are incredibly grateful for your generosity, and to the Washington Township Schools Foundation for their support!","fullyFundedDate":1756432637980,"projectUrl":"project/learning-through-touch-letters-numbers/9611499/","projectTitle":"Learning Through Touch: Letters, Numbers, and Sensory Fun!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lyndsey","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9974749"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_97140","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":169,"numTeachers":5,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":5,"percentBlack":34,"percentWhite":28,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":26,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - Pre-K","studentTeacherRatio":"33.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":70.2,"schoolId":97140,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about MSDWT Early Learning Center on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"MSDWT Early Learning Center","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/indiana/washington-township-school-district/hilltop-developmental-pre-school/97140"}