Durham Public Schools PL

Presenters: Matthew Jones | [email protected] | Assistant Principal; Nancy Wicker | [email protected] | Instructional Coach
Location: Mangum Elementary School Teacher Classrooms
Description: Classroom will plan together to create meaningful lessons for the remainder of quarter 4.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Strategy-Based for any content, ELA
Topic(s): MTSS, Curriculum and Instruction, Standards Aligned Instruction, Student-Centered Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Assistant Principals, Instructional Assistants, Principals, Specialists, Teachers

Presenters: Randy J Lent | [email protected] | TLC
Location: Parkwood Elementary School Library
Description: This professional learning session focuses on strengthening teachers’ understanding and implementation of explicit instruction to improve student outcomes. During the session, teachers will explore the components of explicit instruction, including clear learning objectives, modeling (I Do), guided practice (We Do), and independent application (You Do).
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, ELA
Topic(s): Curriculum and Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers

Presenters: Kristin Tate | [email protected] | Prinicipal; Tonya M Enoch | [email protected] | Literacy T&L Coach; MaeKrisha Jones | [email protected] | Math Instructional Coach; Candace Clark | [email protected] | Assistant Prinicipal
Location: Oak Grove Elementary School Media Center
Description: This collaborative professional development session is designed to help teachers strategically plan for the final weeks of school using student data to maximize growth and achievement. Teachers will work in grade-level teams to analyze current assessment data, classroom performance, and progress monitoring results to identify priority standards, unfinished learning, and opportunities for acceleration. Throughout the session, teachers will collaborate to create clear instructional plans, align resources, share effective strategies, and set measurable goals for student success during the remaining weeks of school. Participants will leave with a focused roadmap to ensure every instructional moment is purposeful, data-informed, and impactful. Grades K–2, will focus on foundational literacy and numeracy data to plan targeted small-group instruction, interventions, and review opportunities that strengthen essential skills before the end of the year. Grades 3–5, will examine reading, math and science data to prioritize standards-based instruction, close learning gaps, and provide meaningful enrichment that prepares students for the next grade level.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Strategy-Based for any content
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, Increased Rigor, Curriculum and Instruction, Data Analysis, Standards Aligned Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Instructional Coaches, Instructional Assistants, Teachers

Presenters: Kim Siegers | [email protected] | Coach; Marcia Jacobs | [email protected] | Coach
Location: Hope Valley Elementary School
Description: In this collaborative learning session, grade-level teams will engage in a structured process for building balanced and equitable class rosters for the upcoming school year. Using the district’s data analysis protocol, participants will examine multiple sources of student data—including academic performance, behavioral trends, and instructional needs—to inform placement decisions. Emphasis will be placed on aligning class composition with instructional priorities, ensuring equitable access to learning opportunities, and supporting diverse learner needs. Teams will engage in guided discussion and data reflection to make intentional, student-centered decisions that promote success for all learners.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, ELA
Topic(s): Data Analysis, Equity
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers

Presenters: Krystle Bradley | [email protected] | T&L Coach; Jennifer Keegan | [email protected] | Math Coach; Leeya Winstead | [email protected] | A/I
Location: Eastway Elementary School TBD
Description: Coaches and Leaders will provide professional learning to their certified staff around critical needs based on their most current data trends.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, ELA
Topic(s): Standards Aligned Instruction, Student-Centered Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)

Presenters: Michael Vasinko | [email protected] | Facilitator
Location: Carrington Middle School Media Center
Description: school wide PD where teachers will work together to plan units for the fourth nine weeks.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Digital Learning Standards, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Strategy-Based for any content, CTE, ELA , Healthful Living
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability, Information Technology, MTSS, Curriculum and Instruction, Data Analysis, Standards Aligned Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: Instructional Coaches, Social Workers, Assistant Principals, Instructional Assistants, School Counselors, Teachers

Presenters: Joshua Brown | [email protected] | Presenter
Location: Durham Early College of Health Sciences Multi Purpose Room
Description: Review the importance of End-of-Year (EOY) benchmarks ● Connection to student promotion, college readiness, and school performance goals ● Outcomes for today: ○ Analyze current student data ○ Identify priority standards ○ Develop a 2-week targeted intervention plan
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, ELA
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers

Presenters: Sheila Brockers White | [email protected] | Instructional Facilitator
Location: Lakeview School Cafetorium
Description: Building and Improving Your Course Canvas Page is a hands-on professional development session focused on helping educators design clear, engaging, and student-friendly Canvas courses. Participants will explore best practices for organizing content, enhancing navigation, and creating a visually appealing and accessible learning environment that supports student success.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE, ELA , Healthful Living
Topic(s): Digital Teaching and Learning, Information Technology
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade, Leadership
Targeted Roles: Teachers