Durham Public Schools PL

Presenters: Jazma Dickerson | [email protected] | Instructional Coach
Location: Lyons Farm Elementary
Description: The purpose of this week’s PL is to ensure all NC standards are aligned within Eureka and to support vertical coherence across grade levels.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics
Topic(s): Standards Aligned Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers

Presenters: Gloria Sanchez | [email protected] | SEL & Mental Health Coordinator
Location:
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: Lori Bruce | [email protected] | Principal
Location: J.D. Clement Early College High School
Description: This presentation, “Misdemeanor Child Abuse 411,” provides teachers and staff a comprehensive overview of their mandatory reporting obligations under N.C.G.S. § 14-318.6 and DPS Board Policy 7312/4240 Misdemeanor Child Abuse. It explains the legal definition of misdemeanor child abuse, clarifies when the reporting threshold is triggered (including the “knows or reasonably should have known” standard), and outlines who must report, what information must be shared, and the consequences of failing to report. The presentation also includes practical case studies and “anatomy of a blunder” scenarios to help administrators apply the statute to real-world school situations, emphasizing the principle that when in doubt, reporting to law enforcement is required to promote student safety and legal compliance.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Safety
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)

Presenters: Terry Phillips | [email protected] | Director
Location: Hamlin Road 110
Description: Today we’re focusing on how leaders shape team culture while managing the realities of daily operations.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional), Leadership
Targeted Roles: Managers

Presenters: Lori Bruce | [email protected] | Principal
Location: J.D. Clement Early College High School Conference Room
Description: This presentation, “Misdemeanor Child Abuse 411,” provides teachers and staff a comprehensive overview of their mandatory reporting obligations under N.C.G.S. § 14-318.6 and DPS Board Policy 7312/4240 Misdemeanor Child Abuse. It explains the legal definition of misdemeanor child abuse, clarifies when the reporting threshold is triggered (including the “knows or reasonably should have known” standard), and outlines who must report, what information must be shared, and the consequences of failing to report. The presentation also includes practical case studies and “anatomy of a blunder” scenarios to help administrators apply the statute to real-world school situations, emphasizing the principle that when in doubt, reporting to law enforcement is required to promote student safety and legal compliance.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Safety
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)

Presenters: Karen Jones | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Carrington Middle School
Description: Assessment Data to Guide IEP Development
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: Translators