Getting Started

When	What to Focus On
Before School Starts	Getting Started Know Your Materials Set Up Your Classroom Prepare to Teach
First Weeks of School	Anchor Visuals Instructional Routines Content Learning Cycle
Ongoing	Discussions Support Every Learner Assessments Reflect and Celebrate

Before School Starts

At a Glance Log in through your district IT admin and watch the Tour the Teacher Edition and Getting Organized to Teach PhD Science videos. These two steps orient you to the platform and set you up for everything in this guide.

Your log-in method depends on what your district has set up. Start with your district’s IT administrator—they can confirm the correct log-in method, verify your account is active, and resolve most access issues right away.

Once you’re in, navigate to the Professional Learning tab and watch the Tour the Teacher Edition and Getting Organized to Teach PhD Science videos. These videos orient you to the Teacher Edition and other resources you'll need as you begin teaching the curriculum. Bookmark the Great Minds Digital Help Center as your go-to for troubleshooting and how-to articles throughout the year.

Key Actions
Contact: Your district IT admin to confirm your log-in method and verify your account
Watch: The Tour the Teacher Edition and Getting Organized to Teach PhD Science on the digital platform
Read: 5 PhD Science Blog Posts to Help Set You Up for Success Heading into the School Year | Article
Read: Getting Started with a New Science Program | Article
Bookmark: The Great Minds Digital Help Center for articles and support