About BrightPath Learning

Our mission, our team, and our commitment to education

Our Mission

BrightPath Learning exists to illuminate every mind by making high-quality educational resources freely accessible to every K-12 student, teacher, and parent โ€” regardless of location, income, or background.

We believe that every child deserves access to exceptional learning materials. Founded by a team of passionate educators, curriculum designers, and technologists, BrightPath is committed to closing opportunity gaps in education by providing standards-aligned, expertly crafted resources at no cost.

Our Values

Equity

Every student deserves access to quality education. We design with equity at the center, ensuring resources reach underserved communities.

Excellence

Every resource is reviewed by certified educators and aligned with national standards. We never compromise on quality.

Community

We grow through collaboration โ€” with teachers, parents, students, and education organizations worldwide.

Openness

All our resources are free and openly available. We believe knowledge should have no barriers.

Safety

Student privacy and online safety are paramount. We are COPPA compliant and never collect data from children.

Growth

We embrace a growth mindset โ€” for our students and ourselves. Learning never stops.

Our Story

BrightPath Learning started in 2024 when a group of veteran teachers noticed a troubling pattern: the best educational resources were locked behind expensive paywalls, while free alternatives were often low-quality or poorly organized.

We set out to change that. Starting with a handful of math worksheets and a simple website, BrightPath has grown into a comprehensive K-12 resource library covering every core subject. Today, our materials are used by thousands of teachers, homeschool families, and students across the country and around the world.

Every resource on BrightPath is created or reviewed by certified educators with classroom experience. We align everything to Common Core State Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and state-specific frameworks to ensure our materials are genuinely useful in real classrooms.

Our Team

Educators, designers, and builders united by a shared passion

Dr. Sarah Mitchell

Founder & Executive Director

Former 5th grade teacher with a doctorate in Curriculum & Instruction. 15 years of classroom experience.

James Park

Technology Director

EdTech developer dedicated to making learning tools accessible, fast, and user-friendly for all.

Dr. Amara Johnson

STEM Curriculum Lead

Former high school science department chair with expertise in inquiry-based and project-based learning.

Carlos Rivera

Design & Accessibility Lead

UX designer specializing in educational platforms and WCAG-compliant accessible design.

Standards & Alignment

All BrightPath resources are aligned with nationally recognized education standards:

  • Common Core State Standards (CCSS) โ€” Mathematics and English Language Arts
  • Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) โ€” Science across all grade bands
  • C3 Framework โ€” Social Studies: College, Career, and Civic Life
  • CSTA Standards โ€” Computer Science Teachers Association standards
  • National Core Arts Standards โ€” Visual arts, music, theater, and media arts

We also cross-reference state-specific standards to ensure relevance for educators across the United States.

Join Our Mission

Whether you're an educator who wants to contribute, a parent who values free resources, or an organization that supports education โ€” we'd love to connect.