Durham Public Schools PL

Presenters: Amanda Hoffman | [email protected] | ELS
Location: Riverside High School
Description: Data is only as powerful as the action it inspires. For elementary administrators, the mCLASS DIBELS 8th Edition platform is more than a compliance checklist—it is a diagnostic roadmap for school-wide literacy success. This session provides a deep dive into the architecture of DIBELS 8, moving beyond composite scores to understand the specific subtests—such as Phoneme Segmentation Fluency (PSF) and Nonsense Word Fluency (NWF)—that predict reading proficiency. Participants will examine the specific North Carolina state requirements under the Excellent Public Schools Act, ensuring their school’s screening and progress monitoring cycles meet NCDPI standards. We will bridge the gap between assessment and the classroom by demonstrating how to align mCLASS data with core literacy instruction. Administrators will learn to use "Instructional Grouping" reports to identify systemic gaps in Tier 1 instruction and facilitate "What’s Next" planning to ensure every student receives targeted, evidence-based support.
Subject Area(s): ELA
Topic(s): Curriculum and Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: Leadership
Targeted Roles: Principals

Presenters: Heidi Perez | [email protected] | Director of Instructional Systems; Beth Spataro | [email protected] | School Support Specialist; Jacqueline Aponte | [email protected] | School Support Specialist
Location: Riverside High School TBD
Description: Participants will develop skills in accessing and interpreting platform-based instructional and assessment data, monitoring curriculum implementation, and using reporting tools to guide schoolwide instructional decisions. Leaders will strengthen their ability to identify trends, facilitate data-informed conversations with teachers and PLCs, and create actionable next steps that improve student outcomes. This interactive session combines platform navigation, real-world data analysis, and collaborative problem-solving. Participants will engage in guided exploration of reporting tools, analyze sample data sets and instructional scenarios, and discuss leadership moves that support effective implementation and continuous improvement. Opportunities for reflection, discussion, and action planning will help participants connect the learning directly to their school contexts.
Subject Area(s): ELA
Topic(s): MTSS, Curriculum and Instruction, Data Analysis, Student-Centered Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistant Principals, Principals