Durham Public Schools PL

Presenters: Lisa Brooks | [email protected] | Aterschool Site Manager
Location: Staff Development Center M8
Description: This workshop will help staff with teaching children how to appreciate and see greatness in themselves.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Coaching and Mentoring
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Group Leaders, Managers

Presenters: Gloria Sanchez | [email protected] | SEL & Mental Health Coordinator
Location: Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center
Description: Trauma-informed school training will teach staff the knowledge, skills, and mindset to create a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment for all students, particularly those who may have experienced trauma. This involves understanding the impact of trauma on learning and behavior, recognizing trauma symptoms, and implementing evidence-based practices to promote healing and resilience.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Communication Skills
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistants, Instructional Coaches, Office Assistants, Receptionists, Social Workers, Speech Language Pathologists, Bus Drivers, Custodians, Data Managers, Instructional Assistants, Interpreters, Itinerant Teachers, Nurses, Physical Therapists, Principals, School Counselors, Secretaries, Substitute Teachers, Teachers

Presenters: Anita Neville | [email protected] | Restorative Practices Coordinator; Colleen Robinson | [email protected] | Instructional coach
Location: Forest View Elementary School Media Center
Description: This session is a continuation of the 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)

Presenters: LaToya McCrimmon | [email protected] | Principal
Location: Whitted School Classroom 8
Description: Empowering faculty and staff to ensure the safety of students and staff and that they feel safe and welcome in schools.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Safety
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Assistants, Teachers

Presenters: Amy Miller | [email protected] | Director; Christina Richardson | [email protected] | Specialist
Location: Forest View Elementary School Media center
Description: Participants will visit 4 aspects of core behavior essential in every classroom- positive relationships, teaching appropriate behaviors, reinforcing appropriate behaviors and corrective consequences.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)

Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Bacon Street 165
Description: Early Education Support Team (EEST) provides training and support to preschool staff members serving students in the community.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Speech Language Pathologists, Teachers