Durham Public Schools PL: Full Schedule

Welcome to the Durham Public Schools Professional Learning Schedule of Professional Learning! Here you will find a comprehensive list of PL sessions occurring throughout our district.

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District Behavior Support PLC: Reset, Refocus, Reigniting Leaders | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Student Support Services | Bacon Street 162

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Monday August 18, 2025 8:00am - 12:30pm EDT

Bacon Street 162

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Kendra Suggs-Shealey | [email protected] | ?
Location: Bacon Street 162
Description: This PLC will serve a work session for the District BSAs as we plan and discuss our mission and scope of work as it relates to DPS Strategic Plan Goal 2B.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership, Social Emotional, Team Building, Professional Learning System and Processes
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Interventionists

Monday August 18, 2025 8:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Bacon Street 162

*None (Non-Instructional), Leadership, Social Emotional, Team Building, Professional Learning System and Processes

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8:30am EDT

FV Welcome Back Session 1 | Facilitated by Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School Media Center

LIMITED

Monday August 18, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT

Forest View Elementary School Media Center

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: James Boyce | [email protected] | Principal; Colleen Robinson | [email protected] | Instructional Coach
Location: Forest View Elementary School Media Center
Description: General information session for Forest View Elementary
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Team Building
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)

Monday August 18, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Forest View Elementary School Media Center

*None (Non-Instructional), Team Building

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8:30am EDT

Creekside: How We Do Business | Facilitated by Creekside Elementary | Creekside Elementary | Creekside Elementary

LIMITED

Monday August 18, 2025 8:30am - 10:30am EDT

Creekside Elementary

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Victoria Creamer | [email protected] | principal; Lindsay Boykin | [email protected] | AP
Location: Creekside Elementary
Description: Teachers will review school expectations.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Operations, Team Building
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)

Monday August 18, 2025 8:30am - 10:30am EDT
Creekside Elementary

*None (Non-Instructional), Operations, Team Building

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8:30am EDT

CISS: Initial Goal Setting | Facilitated by School Leadership | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center

LIMITED

Monday August 18, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am EDT

Staff Development Center

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Chanel Sidbury | [email protected] | Facilitator; Ashley Stephens | [email protected] | Facilitator
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: A work session with school leadership teams and central services staff to reflect on prior year data, set goals, and priorities for the year. This ensures there is clear alignment between district and school goals.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistant Principals, Principals

Monday August 18, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Staff Development Center

*None (Non-Instructional), Leadership

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8:30am EDT

District BT Mentor BOY Retreat - Day 1 Reset | Facilitated by Mentors | Mentors |

Monday August 18, 2025 8:30am - 4:00pm EDT

Presenters: Laura Soldevilla | [email protected] | District BT Mentor Lead; Steven Gupton | [email protected] | District BT Mentor Lead
Location:
Description: Reflect on past experiences and practices to set the tone for the upcoming school year.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Increased Rigor, Leadership, Social Emotional, Team Building, Assessment for Learning, Beginning Teachers, Communication Skills, Data Analysis, Effective Feedback Strategies, Equity
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Mentors

Monday August 18, 2025 8:30am - 4:00pm EDT

*None (Non-Instructional), Increased Rigor, Leadership, Social Emotional, Team Building, Assessment for Learning, Beginning Teachers, Communication Skills, Data Analysis, Effective Feedback Strategies, Equity

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8:45am EDT

JHS Kick-Off Session | Facilitated by Jordan High School | Jordan High School | Jordan High School Auditorium

LIMITED

Monday August 18, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am EDT

Jordan High School Auditorium

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Susan Taylor | [email protected] | Principal
Location: Jordan High School Auditorium
Description: Welcome (back) to Jordan session! Reset. Refocus. Reignite. the Jordan way!
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability, Culturally Responsive Practices, Increased Rigor, Standards Aligned Instruction, Student-Centered Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)

Monday August 18, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am EDT
Jordan High School Auditorium

*None (Non-Instructional), Assessments-Data-Accountability, Culturally Responsive Practices, Increased Rigor, Standards Aligned Instruction, Student-Centered Learning

SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/MKo9y
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9:00am EDT

Credit Recovery Facilitation | Facilitated by Ignite! Online Academy | Ignite! Online Academy | https://t.ly/fQP60

FULL

Monday August 18, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am EDT

Online

Limited Capacity full

Presenters: Shara Settle | [email protected] | 9-12 Lead Counselor; Marva Smith | [email protected] | eLearning Facilitator
Location: https://t.ly/fQP60
Description: Participants will apply the learning by: Supporting students enrolled in credit recovery through consistent communication and progress monitoring. Ensuring students understand expectations, deadlines, and available supports within the program.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Digital Teaching and Learning, Communication Skills, Standards Aligned Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers

Monday August 18, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am EDT
Online

*None (Non-Instructional), Digital Teaching and Learning, Communication Skills, Standards Aligned Instruction

ONLINE MEETING URL https://t.ly/fQP60
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9:00am EDT

MTSS Overview | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Lakeview School | Lakeview School Media Center

Monday August 18, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT

Lakeview School Media Center

Presenters: Felicia Sledge | [email protected] | MTSS Specialist
Location: Lakeview School Media Center
Description: Participants will develop common language regarding the framework of Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS)
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)

Monday August 18, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Lakeview School Media Center

*None (Non-Instructional), MTSS

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9:00am EDT

Supporting Students with Autism | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Open District-Wide | Spring Valley Elementary TBD

LIMITED

Monday August 18, 2025 9:00am - 10:30am EDT

Spring Valley Elementary TBD

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Monique Bonner | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location: Spring Valley Elementary TBD
Description: Participants will learn the characteristics of students with autism and their impact on student behavior in the classroom. Strategies/interventions for working with students with autism will be taught.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistants, Teachers

Monday August 18, 2025 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Spring Valley Elementary TBD

*None (Non-Instructional), Exceptional Children

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9:30am EDT

Forest View Handbook | Facilitated by Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School TBD

LIMITED

Monday August 18, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am EDT

Forest View Elementary School TBD

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: James Boyce | [email protected] | Principal; Colleen Robinson | [email protected] | Instructional Coach
Location: Forest View Elementary School TBD
Description: This session will guide staff through the Forest View Staff Handbook and other key resources to ensure a smooth start to the year. Participants will review important processes and procedures, clarify expectations, and learn where to find the information they need throughout the year. The goal is to provide clarity, consistency, and confidence so everyone can focus on what matters most—supporting our students.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Operations
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)

Monday August 18, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am EDT
Forest View Elementary School TBD

*None (Non-Instructional), Operations

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9:30am EDT

Forest View Restorative Practices Refresher | Facilitated by Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School TBD

LIMITED

Monday August 18, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am EDT

Forest View Elementary School TBD

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Amy Miller | [email protected] | Director of Integrated Academic and Behavior Systems; Anita Neville | [email protected] | Restorative Practices Coordinator; Colleen Robinson | [email protected] | Instructional coach
Location: Forest View Elementary School TBD
Description: This session will provide both a refresher for returning staff and an introduction for those new to restorative practices. Participants will explore the core principles of building strong relationships, fostering trust, and addressing conflict in ways that repair harm and strengthen the school community. Through discussion and practical examples, staff will learn strategies for creating a positive classroom climate, facilitating restorative conversations, and integrating these practices into daily routines to support student growth and connection.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)

Monday August 18, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am EDT
Forest View Elementary School TBD

*None (Non-Instructional), Social Emotional

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9:30am EDT

Forest View Safety and Security | Facilitated by Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School TBD

LIMITED

Monday August 18, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am EDT

Forest View Elementary School TBD

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Jose Nambo | [email protected] | A.P.; Colleen Robinson | [email protected] | Instructional Coach
Location: Forest View Elementary School TBD
Description: This session will review Forest View’s safety and security protocols to ensure all staff are prepared to respond quickly and effectively in any situation. Participants will learn and practice routines for required drills, review emergency procedures, and understand their roles in maintaining a safe school environment. The focus will be on clarity, consistency, and confidence so every adult knows exactly what to do to protect our students and themselves.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Operations, Safety
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)

Monday August 18, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am EDT
Forest View Elementary School TBD

*None (Non-Instructional), Operations, Safety

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9:45am EDT

Thrillshare "Rooms" Overview & FAQ | Facilitated by Ignite! Online Academy | Ignite! Online Academy | https://t.ly/xd1rP

Monday August 18, 2025 9:45am - 10:30am EDT

Online

Presenters: Crystal Medlin | [email protected] | Principal
Location: https://t.ly/xd1rP
Description: A session for all staff to demo the new Rooms communication platform.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Customer Service, Communication Skills
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)

Monday August 18, 2025 9:45am - 10:30am EDT
Online

*None (Non-Instructional), Customer Service, Communication Skills

ONLINE MEETING URL https://t.ly/xd1rP
SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/Co2IJ
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10:00am EDT

JHS NCEES and PDP Goal Orientation | Facilitated by Jordan High School | Jordan High School | Jordan High School Media Center

LIMITED

Monday August 18, 2025 10:00am - 2:45pm EDT

Jordan High School Media Center

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Andrea Ruby | [email protected] | Assistant Principal; Aiyanna Williams | [email protected] | Assistant Principal
Location: Jordan High School Media Center
Description: Required NCEES training
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Human Resources, Professional Learning System and Processes
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)

Monday August 18, 2025 10:00am - 2:45pm EDT
Jordan High School Media Center

*None (Non-Instructional), Human Resources, Professional Learning System and Processes

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10:00am EDT

JHS Operations | Facilitated by Jordan High School | Jordan High School | Jordan High School Auditorium

LIMITED

Monday August 18, 2025 10:00am - 2:45pm EDT

Jordan High School Auditorium

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Sarah Huckbody | [email protected] | Assistant Principal
Location: Jordan High School Auditorium
Description: Required annual Safety and Security Training
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Operations, Safety, Security
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)

Monday August 18, 2025 10:00am - 2:45pm EDT
Jordan High School Auditorium

*None (Non-Instructional), Operations, Safety, Security

SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/4Ndtz
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10:00am EDT

JHS Student Services and Infinite Campus | Facilitated by Jordan High School | Jordan High School | Jordan High School 130

LIMITED

Monday August 18, 2025 10:00am - 2:45pm EDT

Jordan High School 130

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Collin Dail | [email protected] | Teacher; Brianna Howard | [email protected] | Counselor
Location: Jordan High School 130
Description: Learn how to use Infinite Campus
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Digital Teaching and Learning, Information Technology, School Counselors, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Infinite Campus
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)

Monday August 18, 2025 10:00am - 2:45pm EDT
Jordan High School 130

*None (Non-Instructional), Digital Teaching and Learning, Information Technology, School Counselors, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Infinite Campus

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11:30am EDT

eWalk Classroom Walkthroughs | Facilitated by Ignite! Online Academy | Ignite! Online Academy | https://t.ly/-uOO6

Monday August 18, 2025 11:30am - 12:00pm EDT

Online

Presenters: Crystal Medlin | [email protected] | Principal
Location: https://t.ly/-uOO6
Description: Walkthroughs are not evaluations. They are short, focused snapshots to: Celebrate strong practices. Collect data to guide PD, coaching, and PLC conversations. Monitor alignment with district and school instructional focus areas. Feedback Loop: What we look for → we talk about → we improve.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Effective Feedback Strategies
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Interventionists, Instructional Assistants, Teachers

Monday August 18, 2025 11:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Online

*None (Non-Instructional), Effective Feedback Strategies

ONLINE MEETING URL https://t.ly/-uOO6
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1:00pm EDT

Developing your Instructional Plan within an MTSS Framework | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Riverside High School | Riverside High School Media Center

Monday August 18, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT

Riverside High School Media Center

Presenters: Felicia Sledge | [email protected] | MTSS Specialist
Location: Riverside High School Media Center
Description: Participants will learn how to develop instructional plans within an MTSS framework that support all students.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Instructional Coaches, Assistant Principals, Principals, Teachers

Monday August 18, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Riverside High School Media Center

*None (Non-Instructional), MTSS

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2:00pm EDT

Creekside crisis training | Facilitated by Creekside Elementary | Creekside Elementary | Creekside Elementary

LIMITED

Monday August 18, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT

Creekside Elementary

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Victoria Creamer | [email protected] | principal; Lindsay Boykin | [email protected] | AP
Location: Creekside Elementary
Description: Staff will review crisis procedures.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Health and Safety
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)

Monday August 18, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Creekside Elementary

*None (Non-Instructional), Health and Safety

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2:30pm EDT

Positioned to SOAR: One Flight, One Goal–Soaring Higher Together: Flight 1531. | Facilitated by Equity | C.C. Spaulding Elementary | C.C. Spaulding Elementary Auditorium

LIMITED

Monday August 18, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT

C.C. Spaulding Elementary Auditorium

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Iwinosa Idahor | [email protected] | Office of Equity Affairs; Keaundra Robinson | [email protected] | Office of Equity Affairs
Location: C.C. Spaulding Elementary Auditorium
Description: This session utilized community building activities to facilitate learning about implicit bias, inclusion/belonging, identity, power, and privilege in preparation for the start of the new school year. This session was a part of the school's efforts to align with the district's theme of reset, refocus and reignite.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, Team Building, Communication Skills, Equity, Student-Centered Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)

Monday August 18, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
C.C. Spaulding Elementary Auditorium

*None (Non-Instructional), Culturally Responsive Practices, Team Building, Communication Skills, Equity, Student-Centered Learning

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