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8:30am EST

LETRS U4-TR | Facilitated by Curriculum and Instruction | Open District-Wide |

Monday February 16, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm EST

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Jennifer Havens | [email protected] | DPI
Location:
Description: Participants will attend and participate in an all day collaborative training to deepen their knowledge of the science of reading as it relates to the LETRS program, specifically Unit 4, and how it can support their classroom instruction.
Subject Area(s): ELA
Topic(s): Increased Rigor, Effective Feedback Strategies, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, Standards Aligned Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers

Monday February 16, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm EST
Online

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

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8:30am EST

LETRS U7-TR | Facilitated by Curriculum and Instruction | Open District-Wide |

LIMITED

Monday February 16, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm EST

Online

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Amanda Hoffman | [email protected] | DPI
Location:
Description: Participants will attend and participate in an all day collaborative training to deepen their knowledge of the science of reading as it relates to the LETRS program, specifically Unit 7, and how it can support their classroom instruction.
Subject Area(s): ELA
Topic(s): Increased Rigor, Effective Feedback Strategies, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, Standards Aligned Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers

Monday February 16, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm EST
Online

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

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12:00pm EST

Beyond the Screen: Effective Instruction and Family Support for Students with Disabilities in Virtual Schools | Facilitated by Ignite! Online Academy | Ignite! Online Academy | https://t.ly/y3Qcz

Monday February 16, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm EST

Online

Presenters: Crystal Medlin | [email protected] | Principal; Elizabeth Gallegos-Moore | [email protected] | EC Lead Teacher; Brittney Freeken | [email protected] | EC Teacher; Yarheli Calderon | [email protected] | EC Teacher
Location: https://t.ly/y3Qcz
Description: This professional learning session explores how intentional instructional design, structured routines, and strong family partnerships support students with disabilities in virtual learning environments. Participants will examine effective virtual lesson components, equity beyond technology access, and strategies that promote connection, belonging, and student well-being. The session highlights practical approaches educators and leaders can use to design accessible, inclusive online learning experiences that benefit all students.
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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, Leadership
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)

Monday February 16, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm EST
Online

Strategy-Based for any content, 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, Leadership

ONLINE MEETING URL https://t.ly/y3Qcz
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1:00pm EST

ECS SEL Teacher Focus Group | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |

FILLING

Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EST

Online

Limited Capacity filling up

Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This is an opportunity for participants to participate in an overview of these curriculums by a representative from each company. After each demo, we will ask you to complete a brief survey to gather feedback.
Subject Area(s): Healthful Living
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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

Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EST
Online

Healthful Living, 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

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1:00pm EST

VIRTUAL Explicit Teaching: Build the Field (all contents) | Facilitated by Curriculum and Instruction | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/kYZez

FILLING

Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EST

Online

Limited Capacity filling up

Presenters: Latoya Johnson | [email protected] | Teaching and Learning Coach; Delphia Daniels | [email protected] | Literacy Coach
Location: https://t.ly/kYZez
Description: During this session, presenters will provide an overview session on Explicit Teaching and Depth of Knowledge and how it pertains to specific content standards.
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content
Topic(s): Standards Aligned Instruction, Student-Centered Learning
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

Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EST
Online

Strategy-Based for any content, 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

ONLINE MEETING URL https://t.ly/kYZez
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1:00pm EST

VIRTUAL Explicit Teaching: Model and Deconstruct (all contents) | Facilitated by Curriculum and Instruction | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/CUIbt

FILLING

Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EST

Online

Limited Capacity filling up

Presenters: Tiffany Byrd | [email protected] | Teaching & Learning Coach
Location: https://t.ly/CUIbt
Description: This professional learning session focuses on deepening educators' understanding and implementation of the Model and Deconstruct component within the Explicit Teaching Model. Participants engage in reflective, collaborative, and practical activities designed to enhance instructional practices that support student success.
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content
Topic(s): Curriculum and Instruction
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

Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EST
Online

Strategy-Based for any content, 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

ONLINE MEETING URL https://t.ly/CUIbt
SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/JmSCR
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1:00pm EST

Showcasing Schools with Purpose: Building Culturally Responsive Enrollment and Family Engagement Strategies with Data Insights to Support Student Success | Facilitated by Specialized Services | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/ZyE5L

LIMITED

Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST

Online

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Rita Rathbone | [email protected] | presenter; Kengie Bass | [email protected] | presenter; Maria Bajgain | [email protected] | presenter; Pablo Friedmann | [email protected] | presenter; Kelly Bush | [email protected] | presenter; Vitaly Radsky | [email protected] | presenter
Location: https://t.ly/ZyE5L
Description: In this session, participants will: --Understand the enrollment data sets available through School Planning (zoned) and Magnet Programs (lottery). --Develop skills to interpret and apply enrollment data effectively. --Strengthen their understanding of culturally responsive marketing, engagement, and communication practices that support enrollment and student success.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, Customer Service, School Counselors, Communication Skills, Equity
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional), Leadership
Targeted Roles: Assistant Directors, Assistant Superintendents, Directors, Assistant Principals, Data Managers, Liaisons, Principals, School Counselors, Secretaries

Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Online

*None (Non-Instructional), Culturally Responsive Practices, Customer Service, School Counselors, Communication Skills, Equity

ONLINE MEETING URL https://t.ly/ZyE5L
SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/Haqss
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1:00pm EST

All Arts PLC | Facilitated by Arts Education | Arts Education | https://t.ly/__QV4

LIMITED

Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST

Online

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Les Turner | [email protected] | Director of Arts
Location: https://t.ly/__QV4
Description: For ETS Teachers for PD Check In
Subject Area(s): Arts
Topic(s): Communication Skills, Curriculum and Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers

Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Online

Arts, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade

ONLINE MEETING URL https://t.ly/__QV4
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1:00pm EST

Explicit Teaching: Model and Deconstruct (for CTE) | Facilitated by Career Technical Education | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/L73H7

Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST

Online

Presenters: Thomas Young | [email protected] | CIMC
Location: https://t.ly/L73H7
Description: Understand, Plan for and implement the Model and Deconstruct component of Explicit Teaching
Subject Area(s): CTE
Topic(s): Curriculum and Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)

Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Online

CTE, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade

ONLINE MEETING URL https://t.ly/L73H7
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1:00pm EST

VIRTUAL Explicit Teaching: Joint Construction vs Supported Practice for CTE | Facilitated by Career Technical Education | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/i4aEK

Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST

Online

Presenters: Sylida Price | [email protected] | CIMC-Curriculum Instructional Coordinator; Lucretia Smith | [email protected] | CIMC-Curriculum Instructional Coordinator
Location: https://t.ly/i4aEK
Description: This virtual professional development session will help CTE educators better understand the difference between joint construction and supported practice within explicit teaching. Participants will explore when and how to use each strategy to strengthen student understanding, increase engagement, and support skill mastery in CTE classrooms. Practical examples and takeaways will be shared that can be applied immediately to instruction.
Subject Area(s): CTE
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, Increased Rigor, Assessment for Learning, Standards Aligned Instruction, Student-Centered Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers

Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Online

CTE, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade

ONLINE MEETING URL https://t.ly/i4aEK
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1:00pm EST

Healthy Eating Habits and Nutrition | Facilitated by Healthful Living and Physical Education | Healthful Living and Physical Education | https://t.ly/czslm

Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST

Online

Presenters: Jerrell Hardy | [email protected] | Presenter
Location: https://t.ly/czslm
Description: "Nutrition is essential for sustaining life, fueling daily activity, and promoting long-term health across all ages. A balanced intake of nutrients supports bodily functions, repairs tissues, strengthens the immune system, and lowers the risk of chronic diseases like diabetes, heart disease, and obesity. It is vital for growth, development, and mental well-being."
Subject Area(s): Healthful Living
Topic(s): Curriculum and Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers

Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Online

Healthful Living, 7th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade

ONLINE MEETING URL https://t.ly/czslm
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1:00pm EST

Virtual Explicit Teaching: Building the Field (All Contents) | Facilitated by Y.E. Smith Elementary School | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/tXKMZ

FILLING

Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST

Online

Limited Capacity filling up

Presenters: Carlissia Dudley | [email protected] | Facilicator; Olga Todman | [email protected] | Facilicator; Henrietta Scott | [email protected] | Facilicator
Location: https://t.ly/tXKMZ
Description: This session supports educators in using virtual explicit instruction to intentionally build the field and strengthen student understanding across all content areas. Participants will learn practical strategies for activating background knowledge, introducing key vocabulary, and scaffolding learning in online classrooms. Teachers will leave with ready-to-use strategies to increase student access, engagement, and comprehension in virtual instruction
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies
Topic(s): Building Learning System Capacity
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers

Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Online

Mathematics, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade | Science, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade | Social Studies, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade

ONLINE MEETING URL https://t.ly/tXKMZ
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1:00pm EST

Case Conceptualization For DPS Psychologists | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |

LIMITED

Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST

Online

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Julie Anderson | [email protected] | Lead; Laura Echols | [email protected] | Lead; Andrew Paschal | [email protected] | Lead
Location:
Description: Psychologists that have difficult or challenging cases can present to staff for interpretive feedback and consulation.
Subject Area(s): Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Psychologists

Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Online

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

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1:00pm EST

Digital Accessibility Training | Facilitated by Professional Learning | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/qNOuA

LIMITED

Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST

Online

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Sheena Cooper | [email protected] | Chief Communications Officer
Location: https://t.ly/qNOuA
Description: Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Title II regulations, all digital content created and shared by school districts, including Durham Public Schools, must be accessible to people with disabilities. This includes students, parents, staff, and community members who may use screen readers, keyboard navigation, captions, or other assistive technologies. These changes are due April 24, 2026. Come learn the skills needed to make these changes.
Subject Area(s): Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.)
Topic(s): Digital Teaching and Learning
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, Leadership
Targeted Roles: Coordinators, Directors, Administrative Assistants, Principals, Secretaries, Specialists, Teachers

Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Online

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

ONLINE MEETING URL https://t.ly/qNOuA
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1:00pm EST

Physical Therapy PLC (PT only) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children | https://t.ly/G9OBQ

Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST

Online

Presenters: Christie Clem | [email protected] | PT
Location: https://t.ly/G9OBQ
Description: Peer Review of PT Evaluations
Subject Area(s): Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Physical Therapists

Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Online

Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.), *None (Non-Instructional)

ONLINE MEETING URL https://t.ly/G9OBQ
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1:00pm EST

SLP PD #8- February Required Work Day | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children | https://t.ly/_JrPt

Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST

Online

Presenters: Rachel Ogonowski | [email protected] | Assistant Lead SLP; Carey Eaton | [email protected] | Lead SLP; Tonja Rectenwald | [email protected] | Lead AT SLP
Location: https://t.ly/_JrPt
Description: AAC Implementation: Device... Now what? Goals to Support Total Communication
Subject Area(s): Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.)
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: Speech Language Pathologists

Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Online

ONLINE MEETING URL https://t.ly/_JrPt
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1:00pm EST

Students with Visual Impairments Following the Standard Course of Study | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children | https://t.ly/GbDXW

LIMITED

Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST

Online

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Bryan Waters | [email protected] | Lead Teacher- Visually Impaired Program
Location: https://t.ly/GbDXW
Description: Training for Teachers of the Visually Impaired working with students on the standard course of study at or near grade level. Carmen Willings Training
Subject Area(s): Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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
Targeted Roles: Teachers

Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Online

Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.), 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade

ONLINE MEETING URL https://t.ly/GbDXW
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1:00pm EST

CogAT - Leading and Understanding the Learner Profile | Facilitated by Advanced Academics-AIG | Advanced Academics-AIG |

LIMITED

Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST

Online

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Laura Parrott | [email protected] | Director
Location:
Description: AIG Specialists and test administrators of the CogAT will explore the purpose of the CogAT, how to administer, and using the learner's profile to create learning opportunities based on the information.
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content
Topic(s): Advanced Academics-AIG
Targeted Instructional Grades: 2nd Grade
Targeted Roles: Specialists

Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Online

Strategy-Based for any content, 2nd Grade

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1:00pm EST

DOK Pump Up Your Questioning (ALL CONTENTS) | Facilitated by Githens Middle School | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/p_Y-R

Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST

Online

Presenters: Lynn Mallory | [email protected] | Literacy Coach; Justine Daniel | [email protected] | T&L Coach
Location: https://t.ly/p_Y-R
Description: In this session participants will review Depth of Knowledge and how it determines the cognitive demand of academic standards, curricular activities, and test items. We will review how questioning must shift as you move through the 6 components of explicit teaching. Teachers will analyze levels of questioning and create their own questions for each DOK level for their content area.
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content
Topic(s): Increased Rigor
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers

Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Online

Strategy-Based for any content, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade

ONLINE MEETING URL https://t.ly/p_Y-R
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1:00pm EST

Pump Up your Questions (all contents) | Facilitated by Brogden Middle School | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/uNS3h

Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST

Online

Presenters: Chelsea Motley | [email protected] | T&L Coach
Location: https://t.ly/uNS3h
Description: This session focuses on strengthening instructional rigor through intentional questioning aligned to Depth of Knowledge (DOK). Participants will analyze and create scaffolded question sequences, deconstruct standards to identify cognitive demand, and align tasks and questions to support deeper student thinking. Educators will leave with practical tools to increase rigor and move students toward the full complexity of grade-level standards.
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content
Topic(s): Curriculum and Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers

Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Online

Strategy-Based for any content, 7th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade

ONLINE MEETING URL https://t.ly/uNS3h
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1:00pm EST

VIRTUAL Explicit Teaching: Joint Construction vs Supported Practice (all contents) | Facilitated by Curriculum and Instruction | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/WBKgf

FILLING

Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST

Online

Limited Capacity filling up

Presenters: Melissa Perez | [email protected] | Teaching & Learning Coach; Henrietta Scott | [email protected] | Teaching & Learning Coach
Location: https://t.ly/WBKgf
Description: Understand, Plan for and implement the Model and Deconstruct component of Explicit Teaching
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content
Topic(s): Curriculum and Instruction, Student-Centered Learning
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 February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Online

Strategy-Based for any content, 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

ONLINE MEETING URL https://t.ly/WBKgf
SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/acOqV
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1:00pm EST

VIRTUAL DOK: Increasing Task Rigor (all contents) | Facilitated by Rogers-Herr Middle School | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/-DD4E

Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 4:00pm EST

Online

Presenters: Rebecca Stone | [email protected] | teaching and learning coach; Christine Fierro | [email protected] | teaching and learning coach
Location: https://t.ly/-DD4E
Description: Deconstruct the learning intention and performance objectives of academic standards, and curricular activities to clarify the complexity Reconstruct learning intentions into DOK Learning Targets that state the DOK Skill students must perform and specify the DOK Response students must provide.
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content
Topic(s): Increased Rigor
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers

Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Online

Strategy-Based for any content, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade

ONLINE MEETING URL https://t.ly/-DD4E
SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/V_I7G
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3:30pm EST

Digital Accessiblity Training | Facilitated by Professional Learning | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/w5HUZ

LIMITED

Monday February 16, 2026 3:30pm - 5:30pm EST

Online

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Sheena Cooper | [email protected] | Chief Communications Officer
Location: https://t.ly/w5HUZ
Description: Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Title II regulations, all digital content created and shared by school districts, including Durham Public Schools, must be accessible to people with disabilities. This includes students, parents, staff, and community members who may use screen readers, keyboard navigation, captions, or other assistive technologies. These changes are due April 24, 2026. Come learn the skills needed to make these changes.
Subject Area(s): Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.)
Topic(s): Digital Teaching and Learning
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, Leadership
Targeted Roles: Coordinators, Directors, Administrative Assistants, Principals, Secretaries, Specialists, Teachers

Monday February 16, 2026 3:30pm - 5:30pm EST
Online

ONLINE MEETING URL https://t.ly/w5HUZ
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