Durham Public Schools PL

Presenters: Cherice Artis | [email protected] | K-12 School Counseling Coordinator
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: This session will provide school counselors with key district updates, relevant resources, and strategies to strengthen their comprehensive school counseling programs. Participants will explore topics including CTE updates, community partnerships, supports for military-connected and foster youth, and effective ways to support teachers with classroom management. The meeting will also offer opportunities for connection, collaboration, and advocacy to enhance student outcomes.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Counselors
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: School Counselors

Presenters: Bonnie Daye | [email protected] | Afterschool Site Manager
Location: Staff Development Center M9
Description: In this workshop staff will learn the 12 essential traits of leadership and how to lead your employees as a manager.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership, Communication Skills
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Group Leaders, Managers

Presenters: Shantil Turner | [email protected] | TBI Team Coordinator
Location:
Description: This meeting is for School Psychologists who are TBI Approved Providers and participants in TBI supervision. This meeting will provide training and support for team members.
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: Psychologists

Presenters: Laura Soldevilla | [email protected] | District Mentor Co-Lead; Steven Gupton | [email protected] | District Mentor Co-Lead
Location: Other... SDC M9
Description: Monthly District Mentor PLC
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content
Topic(s): Beginning Teachers
Targeted Instructional Grades: Leadership
Targeted Roles: Mentors

Presenters: Kate Hanlon | [email protected] | Coach
Location: Glenn Elementary School Music Room
Description: Glenn spring 2026 team meetings
Subject Area(s): Digital Learning Standards, Mathematics, Science, Strategy-Based for any content, ELA
Topic(s): Increased Rigor, MTSS, Social Emotional, Team Building, Beginning Teachers, Data Analysis, Standards Aligned Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)

Presenters: Liz Moffitt | [email protected] | Director of K-12 Curriculum & Instruction
Location: https://t.ly/zyqg_
Description: In this session, school administrators will learn to navigate the MasteryConnect platform and answer key data questions using dashboards and reports in the system.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, ELA
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability, Leadership, Assessment for Learning, Curriculum and Instruction, Data Analysis
Targeted Instructional Grades: 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 4th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade, Leadership
Targeted Roles: Assistant Superintendents, Assistant Principals, Principals

Presenters: Sheila Brockers-White | [email protected] | Instructional Facilitator; Thomas Smith | [email protected] | SIT Chairperson; Tammi Siler-Hayes | [email protected] | Restorative Practice Coordinator; Shavalia Ingram | [email protected] | Mental Health Coordinator
Location: Lakeview School Cafetorium
Description: This faculty meeting will focus on strengthening instructional practices and school-wide systems through a data-driven and student-centered approach. Key topics will include analysis of benchmark data to inform instruction, refinement of Professional Learning Community (PLC) focus areas, and strategies to increase classroom engagement through effective instructional practices. Staff will explore the implementation of project-based learning (PBL) to deepen student understanding and promote real-world application of skills. Emphasis will also be placed on establishing rigorous, skill-building goals aligned to standards, and ensuring lesson plans are tightly aligned to curriculum expectations and instructional priorities. Additionally, the meeting will address student support systems, including updates on interventions, MTSS referrals, and the use of restorative practices to improve school culture and student outcomes. Faculty will review behavior data to identify trends and inform proactive strategies. Progress toward School Improvement Plan (SIP) goals will be evaluated, and updates on the Green Ribbon School initiative will be shared to reinforce the school’s commitment to sustainability, health, and environmental stewardship.
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content
Topic(s): Team Building, Curriculum and Instruction, Professional Learning System and Processes
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, *None (Non-Instructional), 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade, Leadership
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)