Teacher Curriculum and PD Resources

Teacher Resource Portal

The Teacher Resource Portal (also called “the TRP” and “Brightspace”) is home to canonical lesson materials and professional development trainings that have been curated based on the wisdom and expertise of our network of teachers. It is hosted in the Brightspace learning management system. You access it through your browser, enroll in the courses you teach, and can immediately begin browsing curriculum documents and professional development that pertain to your grade level and discipline.

• Teacher Resource Portal: Click here to access the TRP/Brightspace login page. N.B., GH Texas employees should use the red login button, while all other employees should use the blue login button.
• Professional Development Catalogue: Upper Schools
• Professional Development Catalogue: Lower Schools
• Teacher Resource Portal Orientation: Click here to watch the 20-minute NFO presentation about the TRP.
• Navigation Help: Click here to watch a 2-minute video on how to navigate the TRP.
• Teacher Resource Portal Progress Chart: Click here for an at-a-glance view of what is available on the TRP.

Other Helpful Resources

• The Socratic Approach: Review this document for information on Great Hearts’ approach to learning and Socratic instruction.
• Socratic Instruction Resources: Access a folder of resources about Socratic Instruction
• Multi-Tiered Support System Framework:
• Writing Manuals: Click here to access a folder with guidance for both K-5 and 6-12 writing.
• Humane Letters Guide: This document provides helpful background information as well as a framework for teaching Humane Letters.