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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8:00am EST

HMH | Facilitated by Parkwood Elementary School | Parkwood Elementary School | Parkwood Elementary School Impact Center Room 1110

Thursday December 11, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EST

Parkwood Elementary School Impact Center Room 1110

Presenters: Jane Hilburn | [email protected] | Presenter; Alyssia Dais | [email protected] | Facilitator; Randy Lent | [email protected] | Facilitator
Location: Parkwood Elementary School Impact Center Room 1110
Description: This session outlines the methodology for embedding higher-order questioning within the HMH intervention framework. It examines the correlation between HMH assessment data and the delivery of DOK Level 2 (Skills and Concepts) and Level 3 (Strategic Thinking) prompts. Participants will review specific HMH modules to identify instructional thresholds where cognitive demand remains static and apply protocols to increase student output.
Subject Area(s): ELA
Topic(s): Increased Rigor, Curriculum and Instruction, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Instructional Coaches, School Counselors, Teachers

Thursday December 11, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EST
Parkwood Elementary School Impact Center Room 1110

ELA, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade

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8:30am EST

School Social Work Monthly Meeting (December 2025) | Facilitated by Student Wellness and Advocacy | Student Wellness and Advocacy | Staff Development Center M1

Thursday December 11, 2025 8:30am - 12:30pm EST

Staff Development Center M1

Presenters: Tomeka-Ward Satterfield | [email protected] | Director of Student Wellness
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: Participants will collaborate and learn together using the National School Social Work Model as a guide. Each month, they will engage in data-informed practices, advocacy, and strategy-sharing to support student success and stay updated on district initiatives.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Social Work
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Social Workers

Thursday December 11, 2025 8:30am - 12:30pm EST
Staff Development Center M1

*None (Non-Instructional), School Social Work

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9:30am EST

December Faculty Meeting - EOC Training | Facilitated by Jordan High School | Jordan High School | Jordan High School 124

LIMITED

Thursday December 11, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am EST

Jordan High School 124

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Andrea Ruby | [email protected] | Assistant Principal
Location: Jordan High School 124
Description: Training for EOCs
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)

Thursday December 11, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am EST
Jordan High School 124

*None (Non-Instructional), Assessments-Data-Accountability

SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/Q6cQQ
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10:00am EST

Mathematical Models in Eureka² for Instructional Assistants | Facilitated by Curriculum and Instruction | Open District-Wide | Y.E. Smith Elementary School TBA

LIMITED

Thursday December 11, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am EST

Y.E. Smith Elementary School TBA

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Stephanie Brock | [email protected] | Math Specialist
Location: Y.E. Smith Elementary School TBA
Description: This session explores how Eureka Math² uses mathematical models to build conceptual understanding and equips instructional leaders with strategies to support teachers in promoting student reasoning and problem solving.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics
Topic(s): DPS Adopted Resources
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Principals

Thursday December 11, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Y.E. Smith Elementary School TBA

Mathematics, Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade

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10:00am EST

Community ED Before and Afterschool Staff - SEL: It's Not Just for the Kids! | Facilitated by Community Education | Community Education | Staff Development Center M8

LIMITED

Thursday December 11, 2025 10:00am - 11:30am EST

Staff Development Center M8

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Tameka Bridges | [email protected] | Afterschool Site Manager; Gaile Sledge | [email protected] | Afterschool Site Manager
Location: Staff Development Center M8
Description: This workshop will show how incorporating health and well-being (wellness) into a workshop or a staff meeting provides an opportunity for employees to connect, feel more appreciated, move their body and engage their mind resulting in a healthier and more productive team.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Communication Skills, Curriculum and Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Group Leaders, Managers

Thursday December 11, 2025 10:00am - 11:30am EST
Staff Development Center M8

*None (Non-Instructional), Communication Skills, Curriculum and Instruction

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11:30am EST

Snorkl Training for Administrators and Coaches AM session | Facilitated by Professional Learning | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/A2Cjy

Thursday December 11, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm EST

Online

Presenters: Lori McNulty | [email protected] | Director; Jon Laven | [email protected] | consultant
Location: https://t.ly/A2Cjy
Description: Administrators and Coaches will learn use SNORKL to support student learning
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content
Topic(s): Student-Centered Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: Leadership
Targeted Roles: Instructional Coaches, Assistant Principals, Principals

Thursday December 11, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm EST
Online

Strategy-Based for any content, Leadership

ONLINE MEETING URL https://t.ly/A2Cjy
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12:00pm EST

Specialized PreK Programs PD: Visual Supports | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/agVkw

Thursday December 11, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm EST

Online

Presenters: Renee Harris | [email protected] | PreK Facilitator; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | PreK Facilitator; Michelle Meade | [email protected] | Pre Coach
Location: https://t.ly/agVkw
Description: The specialized program PreK teachers will review and discuss visual tools and support that can be used throughout the entire school environment.
Subject Area(s): Digital Learning Standards
Topic(s): Digital Teaching and Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Teachers

Thursday December 11, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm EST
Online

Digital Learning Standards, Pre-K

ONLINE MEETING URL https://t.ly/agVkw
SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/I_WW4
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1:30pm EST

High School Leads: Working with Adults | Facilitated by Professional Learning | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center TBD

Thursday December 11, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST

Staff Development Center TBD

Presenters: Lori McNulty | [email protected] | Director
Location: Staff Development Center TBD
Description: Articulate the principles of Andragogy and how it applies to your role. Utilize foundational tools, protocols, and language to lead adults
Subject Area(s): Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.)
Topic(s): Coaching and Mentoring
Targeted Instructional Grades: Leadership
Targeted Roles: Social Workers

Thursday December 11, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Staff Development Center TBD

Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.), Leadership

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3:00pm EST

Mathematical Models in Eureka² for Instructional Leaders | Facilitated by Curriculum and Instruction | Open District-Wide | Merrick-Moore Elementary School TBA

LIMITED

Thursday December 11, 2025 3:00pm - 4:30pm EST

Merrick-Moore Elementary School TBA

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Stephanie Brock | [email protected] | Math Specialist
Location: Merrick-Moore Elementary School TBA
Description: This session explores how Eureka Math² uses mathematical models to build conceptual understanding and equips instructional leaders with strategies to support teachers in promoting student reasoning and problem solving.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics
Topic(s): DPS Adopted Resources
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Principals

Thursday December 11, 2025 3:00pm - 4:30pm EST
Merrick-Moore Elementary School TBA

Mathematics, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade

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3:30pm EST

Snorkl Training for Administrators and Coaches | Facilitated by Professional Learning | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/A2Cjy

Thursday December 11, 2025 3:30pm - 4:30pm EST

Online

Thursday December 11, 2025 3:30pm - 4:30pm EST
Online

Strategy-Based for any content, Leadership

ONLINE MEETING URL https://t.ly/A2Cjy
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