Willow Classes (Early Elementary Grades Cognitive Levels
Although we have many Willow accommodations, our true Willow Classes are focused on multisensory activities & learning while having fun.
Willows 1st - 4th Grade Cognitive Age - Core Classes
Mon / Wed from 8:30am to 1pm
Teachers: Katie Davidson & Megan Goodman
The Willows class provides a compassionate, sensory-informed learning space where children who may struggle in traditional classrooms can finally feel safe, capable, and understood. By meeting each child where they are and honoring their individual learning style, this classroom helps students build confidence, develop foundational skills, and rediscover that learning can be a positive and empowering experience.
Course Objectives
1. Build Confidence in Learning Students will develop confidence in their abilities by engaging in learning experiences that are adapted to their individual strengths, pace, and interests.
2. Support Emotional Regulation Students will learn and practice strategies that help them recognize emotions, regulate their bodies, and feel safe and supported within a classroom environment.
3. Strengthen Foundational Academic Skills Students will work on foundational skills in reading, writing, math, and communication through hands-on, developmentally appropriate activities tailored to each learner.
4. Improve Focus and Attention Through movement, sensory supports, and structured routines, students will develop increased ability to participate in learning activities and maintain attention.
5. Develop Social Interaction Skills Students will practice positive peer interaction, communication, cooperation, and respectful engagement with others in a supportive setting.
6. Encourage Independence Students will be encouraged to develop independence through small responsibilities, problem-solving opportunities, and self-directed learning activities.
7. Support Sensory and Motor Development Activities will incorporate movement and sensory supports that help students strengthen gross motor skills, body awareness, and overall regulation for learning.
8. Foster a Love of Learning The classroom environment will prioritize curiosity, creativity, and positive learning experiences so students feel motivated and excited to participate.
Supply List: To help create a supportive and engaging learning environment, please provide the following supplies for your child. Many of these materials support fine motor development, sensory regulation, and hands-on learning. Please label the following items with your child’s name:
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water bottle of preference for your child's needs
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extra pair of clothes to be kept for in case of emergency
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morning snack each day for your child's preference
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Primary journal (picture space with writing lines)
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supply box
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Fat/beginner pencils
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(optional) Tripod adaptive pencil grip device if using regular pencil but needing to work on grasp
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Individual whiteboard
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Fat Dry erase markers
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dry erase eraser
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Crayons
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safety scissors
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Fat/washable markers
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Watercolor paint set
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1 ream of copy paper
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1 pack of wide rules paper
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Nap mat or small floor mat/yoga mat (for boundary setting in floor sitting as well as for sensory breaks)
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Child’s comfort item, weighted lap pad, or preferred sensory regulation item
Semester Supply Fee Paid Directly to Teachers: $75
Willows 1st - 4th Grade Cognitive Age - Elective Classes
Mon / Wed from 1pm to 3pm
Teachers: Katie Davidson & Megan Goodman
Creative Movers is a play-based class designed specifically for children with special needs to explore art, simple STEM discovery, and adapted physical education in a supportive and encouraging environment. Through hands-on art projects, sensory-friendly experiments, and movement activities, students strengthen gross motor skills, balance, coordination, and body awareness while also developing creativity and curiosity. This class uses engaging activities like building, painting, obstacle courses, sensory play, and movement games to help children practice strength, problem-solving, and self-regulation in ways that feel fun and achievable. Each activity is adapted so every child can participate at their own pace while gaining confidence and celebrating progress. Guided by a pediatric therapy-informed approach, the class focuses on helping students improve motor planning, attention, social interaction, and independence through playful learning experiences. Our goal is to create a joyful space where children can move, create, explore, and build confidence in their abilities.
Adapted Physical Education is a supportive, play-based class designed to help children with diverse learning and physical needs build strength, coordination, and confidence through movement. Led by an instructor with a deep passion for helping children grow in their abilities, this class focuses on developing gross motor skills through engaging PE-related activities that emphasize balance, strength, coordination, and body awareness. Using games, obstacle courses, sensory-friendly movement, and playful challenges, students practice skills in a safe and encouraging environment where success is celebrated at every level. Activities are intentionally designed to support emotional regulation, improve focus, and help children feel more confident participating in physical activity. The goal of this class is not only to strengthen the body, but also to nurture self-confidence, resilience, and a positive relationship with movement.
Supply List:
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Comfortable athletic clothing
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Tennis shoes or closed-toe athletic shoes
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Water bottle (labeled with student’s name)
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Small towel or sweat towel (optional)
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yoga mat (cheap is fine and can be left in class with name on it if preferred) Optional but Helpful
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Any braces, orthotics, or mobility supports your child normally uses for movement activities
Teacher Provided Equipment: All play equipment such as balls, bean bags, balance tools, obstacle course items, visual aides, and strength-building materials will be provided during class.
Semester Supply Fee Paid Directly to Teachers: $55