The Roots Behind The Knowledge Tree
Where Learning, Support, and Community Come Together.
Why We Built This Space
The Knowledge Tree wasn’t built from a business plan, it was built from love, necessity, and lived experience.
Co-founders Ariel Teffeteller and Krystal Moea’i didn’t just envision something better for children—they needed it for their own families.
Rather than accept a system that didn’t meet their children’s needs, they created a space that supports learning, connection, and meaningful support for children and families.
The Problems & Our Solutions
Rigid school structures leave little room for movement-based or hands-on learning.
A flexible, bookable classroom space designed to support different learning styles, teaching approaches, and individual needs
Caregivers are often left without guidance on how to support regulation, routines, and challenging behaviors at home.
Individualized consultations that help families understand behavior, build regulation skills, and create supportive home systems.
Safe, calm, and adaptable environments are not always available for children who need them most.
A regulation-focused, sensory-aware environment that promotes safety, inclusion, and readiness to learn.
Families often feel overwhelmed trying to access services, supports, and next steps for their child.
Guidance and support in navigating disability resources, services, and advocacy, helping families access what they need with confidence.
Learn more about our mission & how we support families
Meet The Founders
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I created this resource because I couldn’t find the support my child and family needed. I knew other families were feeling the same. Every child and family deserves to feel supported and that they belong.”
CO-FOUNDER & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Ariel Teffeteller
Ariel’s passion for education, advocacy, and mental health support stems from both her personal and professional experience.
Her Journey & Expertise:
✔ Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW) – Specializing in inclusive education & social-emotional learning (SEL).
✔ 10+ years in case management & education reform – Helping families navigate complex educational and healthcare systems.
✔ 900-hour practicum in advanced care life services – Focused on individualized support & care planning.
✔ Certified in Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) – Taught SEL in multi-age classroom settings, supporting emotional regulation, connection, and skill-building.
✔ Current healthcare advocate – Worked in Medicare, senior care, palliative care coordination, and disability services.
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I’ve worked in homeschool settings and saw a need for more inclusive support. This space was built to better serve children and families in our community.”
CO-FOUNDER, DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS, & LEAD TEACHER
Krystal Moea’i
Krystal’s passion grew through her experience teaching in homeschool settings, where she saw the need for more inclusive support for children of all abilities. She believes every child deserves a space where they can learn, explore, and feel supported—something that should be the norm, not the exception.
Her Journey & Expertise:
✔ Experienced homeschool educator – Specializing in literacy, mathematics, art, and adaptive learning
✔ Former Teacher at Raindrop Academy & Bridge House Collective – Focused on multi-age, child-led learning.
✔ Advocates for adaptable education that meets individual children's needs, believing they shouldn’t be forced to sit at desks for hours a day.
✔ Mom to Maverick & Marley – Inspired by their education journey & the need for flexible, student-led learning.
What We Offer:
Family Support & Consultations
Individualized support for neurodivergent children and their families, including guidance with regulation, behavior, home systems, and disability resource navigation.
Classroom Space
A bookable, fully equipped learning environment for homeschool families, educators, and community members to teach, learn, and collaborate.
Book Classroom Space or Schedule a Consultation Today!
Nonprofit Transparency & Compliance
Official Nonprofit Information
Employer ID: 33-2508635
Meeting Minutes & Compliance (Coming Soon)
As part of our transparency commitment, we will make all Board of Directors meeting minutes available to the public.
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