Durham Public Schools PL

Presenters: Angela Romano | [email protected] | Professional Developer
Location: Jordan High School TBD
Description: Deepen your utilization of RAZ-Plus features in this live training. This session is appropriate for both beginners to the platform and experienced users. Participants will explore features of the ELL Edition as well as updates to the program features. Bring your questions!
Subject Area(s): Digital Learning Standards, ELA
Topic(s): English Learner Services
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers

Presenters: Kelly Schultz | [email protected] | NCDPI Standards Implementation Specialist
Location: Jordan High School TBD
Description: This session explores strategies for integrating global education into the North Carolina Standard Course of Study. Participants will gain an understanding of how NC Global Education initiatives support educators, schools, and districts in preparing students for a globally connected world. The session will highlight the range of designations and recognitions available—including the Global Educator Digital Badge, Global Ready District and School designations, and the Global Language Endorsement—and provide guidance on how these opportunities can enhance teaching, learning, and student outcomes.
Subject Area(s): Global Languages, ELA
Topic(s): English Learner Services
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: Teachers

Presenters: Kenya Lawrence | [email protected] | DPS Secondary Math Specialist
Location: Jordan High School TBD
Description: There has been a surge of interest in using ChatGPT and other AI tools for teaching and learning, yet best practices for effective classroom integration are still emerging. In this interactive workshop, ESL teachers will explore practical strategies for leveraging AI to support language development, encourage active learning, and guide students in the responsible use of AI-generated content. Participants will gain hands-on experience with a few AI tools, experimenting with ways to adapt prompts, critique outputs, and simulate classroom interactions that build critical thinking. By the end of the session, educators will leave with ready-to-use strategies, a clearer understanding of AI’s potential, and confidence in using these tools to enhance their students’ engagement and learning.
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content
Topic(s): Digital Teaching and Learning, English Learner Services
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: Teachers

Presenters: Luciana Fellin | [email protected] | Duke Professor of the Practice of Romance Studies; David Malone | [email protected] | Professor in the Program of Education at Duke; Liliana Paredes | [email protected] | Duke Professor of the Practice of Romance Studies
Location: Jordan High School TBD
Description: This workshop will explore issues of language variation both inside and outside the classroom. Together, we will examine multilingualism, varieties of English, diverse interactional styles, and teaching materials. Through discussion and collaborative brainstorming, participants will consider how to balance professional responsibilities with advocacy in order to foster more equitable and just learning environments.
Subject Area(s): Global Languages, Social Studies
Topic(s): Equity
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: Teachers

Presenters: Heidi Miles | [email protected] | AIG Facilitator; Denise Baynham | [email protected] | AIG Facilitator
Location: Jordan High School TBD
Description: All students can ask and respond to higher level questions, so how can you kick those questions up to cognitively engage students? In this session, participants will learn questioning strategies to tap into student’s creative and critical thinking.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies
Topic(s): English Learner Services, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening
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: Teachers

Presenters: Kenya Lawrence | [email protected] | DPS Secondary Math Specialist
Location: Jordan High School TBD
Description: There has been a surge of interest in using ChatGPT and other AI tools for teaching and learning, yet best practices for effective classroom integration are still emerging. In this interactive workshop, ESL teachers will explore practical strategies for leveraging AI to support language development, encourage active learning, and guide students in the responsible use of AI-generated content. Participants will gain hands-on experience with a few AI tools, experimenting with ways to adapt prompts, critique outputs, and simulate classroom interactions that build critical thinking. By the end of the session, educators will leave with ready-to-use strategies, a clearer understanding of AI’s potential, and confidence in using these tools to enhance their students’ engagement and learning.
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content
Topic(s): Digital Teaching and Learning, English Learner Services
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: Teachers