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Durham Public Schools PL
Welcome to the Durham Public Schools Professional Learning Schedule of Professional Learning! Here you will find a comprehensive list of PL sessions occurring throughout our district.

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Wednesday, August 5
 

8:30am EDT

Amplify/Lectura: Building a Data Driven culture for Leaders | Facilitated by Curriculum and Instruction | Open District-Wide | Hillandale Elementary School
LIMITED
Wednesday August 5, 2026 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Amanda Hoffman | [email protected] | ELS
Location: Hillandale Elementary School
Description: Participants will interact with Amplify and Lectura by developing and learning the following: • In-depth analysis of how to interpret the data on the report, • How to use to inform and differentiate instruction • How to use it guide progress monitoring support • Administration fidelity and best practices
Subject Area(s): ELA
Topic(s): Assessment for Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Instructional Coaches
Wednesday August 5, 2026 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Hillandale Elementary School

8:30am EDT

Teaching with Purpose: Creating the Conditions for Human Flourishing | Facilitated by Magnet Programs | Little River Elementary School; Lucas Middle School; Morehead Elementary School; George Watts Elementary School; Lakewood Montessori Middle School | Lu
FILLING
Wednesday August 5, 2026 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Limited Capacity filling up
Presenters: Seth Webb | [email protected] | Presenter; Rita Rathbone | [email protected] | Facilitator; Kelly Bush | [email protected] | Facilitator; Justin Tosco | [email protected] | Facilitator
Location: Lucas Middle School TBA
Description: THIS SESSION IS FOR EMPLOYEES OF A MONTESSORI SCHOOL OR DISTRICT INSTRUCTIONAL STAFF SUPPORTING THOSE SCHOOLS ONLY Montessori is more than a curriculum: it is a life-affirming way of relating to children and adolescents that recognizes their innate potential, offers individualized pathways to success, and provides tailored support. In this interactive session participants will reconnect with core Montessori principles and practices, reflect on their own priorities and motivations, and leave energized and inspired to begin the new school year.
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content
Topic(s): Social Emotional, Curriculum and Instruction, Increased Rigor, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, Standards Aligned Instruction, Student-Centered Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 7th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday August 5, 2026 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Lucas Middle School TBA

8:30am EDT

Principles of Outdoor Learning In Montessori Environments | Facilitated by Magnet Programs | Little River Elementary School; Lucas Middle School; Morehead Elementary School; George Watts Elementary School; Lakewood Montessori Middle School | The Hub Farm
FULL
Wednesday August 5, 2026 8:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity full
Presenters: Rita Rathbone | [email protected] | Facilitator; Kelly Bush | [email protected] | Facilitator; Erin Carroll | [email protected] | Presenter; Justin Tosco | [email protected] | Facilitator
Location: The Hub Farm TBA
Description: THIS SESSION IS FOR EMPLOYEES OF A MONTESSORI SCHOOL OR DISTRICT INSTRUCTIONAL STAFF SUPPORTING THOSE SCHOOLS ONLY The outdoor environment is a prepared environment, and the DPS Hub Farm is one of the richest classrooms we have access to. Join us for a morning of hands-on exploration rooted in core outdoor learning principles, experienced through a Montessori lens. You'll tour the farm with lesson planning in mind, discovering how outdoor spaces naturally support independence, interdisciplinary inquiry, and child-led investigation. The experience will conclude with the preparation of a shared community meal, offering time to connect and build relationships with colleagues committed to joyful, place-based learning. Participants will be invited to stay through the lunch break and eat this meal. Session is 8:30-12:30 counting lunch but only 3 CEUs will be earned.
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content
Topic(s): Outdoor Learning, Social Emotional, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, Student-Centered Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 7th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: Instructional Coaches, Mentors, Assistant Principals, Instructional Assistants, Principals, School Counselors, Teachers
Wednesday August 5, 2026 8:30am - 12:30pm EDT
The Hub Farm TBA

8:30am EDT

From Read Aloud to Reciprocal Teaching: A Montessori Path to Comprehension and Independence | Facilitated by Magnet Programs | Curriculum and Instruction; Little River Elementary School; Lucas Middle School; Mentors; Morehead Elementary School; George Wat
FILLING
Wednesday August 5, 2026 8:30am - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity filling up
Presenters: Rita Rathbone | [email protected] | Facilitator; Linda Zankowsky | [email protected] | Presenter; Kelly Bush | [email protected] | Facilitator; Justin Tosco | [email protected] | Facilitator
Location: Lucas Middle School TBA
Description: THIS SESSION IS FOR EMPLOYEES OF A MONTESSORI SCHOOL OR DISTRICT INSTRUCTIONAL STAFF SUPPORTING THOSE SCHOOLS ONLY This one-day workshop strengthens Montessori literacy instruction through a coherent approach to comprehension. The morning focuses on interactive repeated read-aloud, showing how purposeful text engagement builds vocabulary, understanding, and key thinking habits. Participants explore how Montessori principles-repetition with variation, independence, and purposeful work-are enacted through read-aloud, aligned purposeful shelf work, and gradual release. The afternoon shifts to Reciprocal Teaching, illustrating how these same thinking moves evolve from teacher modeling to student-led dialogue in older classrooms. By day's end, teachers leave with practical strategies and a clear pathway from guided comprehension to independent thinking across age levels.
Subject Area(s): ELA
Topic(s): Increased Rigor, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, Standards Aligned Instruction, Student-Centered Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, 6th Grade
Targeted Roles: Instructional Coaches, Mentors, Assistant Principals, Principals, Teachers
Wednesday August 5, 2026 8:30am - 4:00pm EDT
Lucas Middle School TBA

8:30am EDT

Montessori Boot Camp--PART 1 | Facilitated by Magnet Programs | Little River Elementary School; Mentors; Morehead Elementary School; George Watts Elementary School | Other... TBD
FILLING
Wednesday August 5, 2026 8:30am - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity filling up
Presenters: Kelly Bush | [email protected] | Facilitator; Teresa Van Acker | [email protected] | Facilitator; Joy Mason | [email protected] | Presenter; Wimena Jackson | [email protected] | Presenter; Cathea Sanders | [email protected] | Presenter; Rachel Sulin | [email protected] | Presenter; India Adams | [email protected] | Presenter; Justin Tosco | [email protected] | Presenter
Location: Other... TBD
Description: THIS SESSION IS FOR EMPLOYEES OF A MONTESSORI SCHOOL OR DISTRICT INSTRUCTIONAL STAFF SUPPORTING THOSE SCHOOLS ONLY Practical, hands-on, hard-core, focused time for teachers and IAs with limited Montessori experience or training diving into an Elementary classroom
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies
Topic(s): Curriculum and Instruction, Increased Rigor, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, Standards Aligned Instruction, Student-Centered Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Instructional Coaches, Mentors, Instructional Assistants, Teachers
Wednesday August 5, 2026 8:30am - 4:00pm EDT
Other... TBD

8:30am EDT

DEEP DIVE--Adolescent Montessori Routines | Facilitated by Magnet Programs | Lucas Middle School; Lakewood Montessori Middle School | Lucas Middle School TBA
FILLING
Wednesday August 5, 2026 8:30am - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity filling up
Presenters: Katie Keller Wood | [email protected] | Presenter; Rita Rathbone | [email protected] | Facilitator; Kelly Bush | [email protected] | Facilitator; Justin Tosco | [email protected] | Facilitator
Location: Lucas Middle School TBA
Description: THIS SESSION IS FOR EMPLOYEES OF A MONTESSORI SCHOOL OR DISTRICT INSTRUCTIONAL STAFF SUPPORTING THOSE SCHOOLS ONLY
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content
Topic(s): Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Curriculum and Instruction, Increased Rigor, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, Student-Centered Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: Instructional Coaches, Assistant Principals, Instructional Assistants, School Counselors, Teachers
Wednesday August 5, 2026 8:30am - 4:00pm EDT
Lucas Middle School TBA

9:00am EDT

Lowes Grove - Planning for Humanities Curriculum | Facilitated by Lowe's Grove Middle School | Lowe's Grove Middle School | Lowe's Grove Middle School TBD
Wednesday August 5, 2026 9:00am - 2:00pm EDT
Presenters: Beth Spataro | [email protected] | School Support Specialist/Sec Literacy
Location: Lowe's Grove Middle School TBD
Description: 8th grade ELA/SS teachers will gain an understanding of a Humanities course and plan for Q1
Subject Area(s): Social Studies, ELA
Topic(s): Curriculum and Instruction, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, Standards Aligned Instruction, Student-Centered Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Wednesday August 5, 2026 9:00am - 2:00pm EDT
Lowe's Grove Middle School TBD

9:00am EDT

Lowe's Grove Humanties Planning - 8th-Grade | Facilitated by Lowe's Grove Middle School | Lowe's Grove Middle School | Lowe's Grove Middle School
Wednesday August 5, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm EDT
Presenters: Jennifer Jaynes | [email protected] | Teaching and Learning Coach; Beth Spataro | [email protected] | School Support Specialist 6-8 Literacy
Location: Lowe's Grove Middle School
Description: Planning for the integration of ELA and SS for 8th-Grade teachers at Lowe's Grove Middle School.
Subject Area(s): Social Studies
Topic(s): Explicit Teaching, Assessment for Learning, Curriculum and Instruction, Student-Centered Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Wednesday August 5, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm EDT
Lowe's Grove Middle School

10:00am EDT

RethinkEd Early Colleges Training | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/SDM5a
LIMITED
Wednesday August 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Gloria Sanchez | [email protected] | SEL & Mental Health Coordinator
Location: https://t.ly/SDM5a
Description: RethinkEd Training
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): DPS Adopted Resources
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday August 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Online

10:00am EDT

Session 2: Disaggregating Discipline Data for Equity (Data with Dignity: Using Equity-Centered Inquiry to Drive Change) | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/UwAIb
LIMITED
Wednesday August 5, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Iwinosa Idahor | [email protected] | Equity Affairs; Melissa Watson | [email protected] | Director of Student Alternatives & Supports
Location: https://t.ly/UwAIb
Description: This interactive session helps educators and school system leaders connect the dots between perception, policy, and place. Participants examine how their own mental models are shaped by broader social norms—and how those patterns influence who teaches, who learns, and who thrives. Using Educators Handbook and Panorama discipline dashboards, participants will surface patterns, question assumptions, and strengthen their ability to lead equity-centered, restorative change.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, Social Emotional, Equity, Student-Centered Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional), Leadership
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday August 5, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Online
  *None (Non-Instructional), Culturally Responsive Practices, Social Emotional, Equity, Student-Centered Learning
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10:00am EDT

Every Entry Matters: Using Educators Handbook Data to Build Safer, Stronger, More Supportive Schools | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Bacon Street 54
LIMITED
Wednesday August 5, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Ericka Boone | [email protected] | New Directions Center Coordinator; Kendra Suggs-Shealey | [email protected] | District Intervention & Support Coordinator
Location: Bacon Street 54
Description: Educators Handbook is more than a discipline documentation system; it is a powerful decision-making tool that can help schools identify trends, strengthen prevention efforts, improve equity, and support positive school climates. This interactive session will help school leaders and school-based teams move beyond compliance by using discipline data to inform meaningful action. Participants will explore how high-quality documentation, thoughtful data analysis, and consistent reporting practices can reveal opportunities to improve student support, strengthen restorative responses, identify emerging concerns such as bullying or attendance challenges, and guide school improvement efforts. Through collaborative analysis of real-world scenarios and discipline data, participants will leave with practical strategies and an action plan for using Educators Handbook to build safer, stronger, and more supportive schools where every entry contributes to better outcomes for students.
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content, *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Coaching and Mentoring, Culturally Responsive Practices, Leadership, MTSS, PowerSchool-Infinite Campus, Safety, School Counselors, School Social Work, Social Emotional, Beginning Teachers, Communication Skills, Equity, Infinite Campus
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional), Leadership
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific), Assistant Directors, Assistant Superintendents, Coordinators, Directors, Interventionists, Leads, Mentors, Social Workers, Assistant Coordinators, Assistant Principals, Facilitators, Itinerant Teachers, Psychologists, School Counselors, Specialists, Substitute Teachers, Teachers
Wednesday August 5, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Bacon Street 54

11:00am EDT

August Leadership Meeting: Protecting our Students Act and Mandatory Reporting | Facilitated by Human Resources | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M5
LIMITED
Wednesday August 5, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Karin Beckett | [email protected] | Director, Title I; Cierra Ojijo | [email protected] | Senior Executive Director; Terry Phillips | [email protected] | Director, Employee Services & Compliance
Location: Staff Development Center M5
Description: August Leadership Meeting: Protecting our Students Act and Mandatory Reporting
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, *None (Non-Instructional), Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade, Leadership
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday August 5, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Staff Development Center M5

11:00am EDT

DPS Assessments Landscape, Instructional Calendar Review & Solara AI Tool -August Leadership Meeting | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center
LIMITED
Wednesday August 5, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability; Dr. Artia Alston | [email protected] | Director of Middle School Curriculum & Instruction; Mr. Nelson Surles | [email protected] | Director of Data Integration & Accountability
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: This session is designed to provide a high level overview of testing updates, instructional resources and the AI tool for Panorama.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability, Curriculum and Instruction, Data Analysis
Targeted Instructional Grades: Leadership
Targeted Roles: Assistant Directors, Assistant Superintendents, Coordinators, Directors, Superintendents, Assistant Principals
Wednesday August 5, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am EDT
Staff Development Center

12:30pm EDT

Amplify/Lectura: Building a Data Driven culture for Leaders #2 | Facilitated by Curriculum and Instruction | Open District-Wide | Hillandale Elementary School
LIMITED
Wednesday August 5, 2026 12:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Amanda Hoffman | [email protected] | ELS
Location: Hillandale Elementary School
Description: Participants will interact with Amplify and Lectura by developing and learning the following: • In-depth analysis of how to interpret the data on the report, • How to use to inform and differentiate instruction • How to use it guide progress monitoring support • Administration fidelity and best practices
Subject Area(s): ELA
Topic(s): Assessment for Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Instructional Coaches
Wednesday August 5, 2026 12:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Hillandale Elementary School

12:30pm EDT

Amplify/Lectura: Building a Data Driven culture for Leaders | Facilitated by Curriculum and Instruction | Open District-Wide | Hillandale Elementary School
LIMITED
Wednesday August 5, 2026 12:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Amanda Hoffman | [email protected] | ELS
Location: Hillandale Elementary School
Description: Participants will interact with Amplify and Lectura by developing and learning the following: • In-depth analysis of how to interpret the data on the report, • How to use to inform and differentiate instruction • How to use it guide progress monitoring support • Administration fidelity and best practices
Subject Area(s): ELA
Topic(s): Assessment for Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Instructional Coaches
Wednesday August 5, 2026 12:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Hillandale Elementary School

1:00pm EDT

Early Release - August 5 | Facilitated by W.G. Pearson Elementary School | W.G. Pearson Elementary School | W.G. Pearson Elementary School Media Center
Wednesday August 5, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Presenters: Lanette Fain | [email protected] | Coach; Tatisha Fauntleroy | [email protected] | Counselor
Location: W.G. Pearson Elementary School Media Center
Description: MTSS & Growth Mindset
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday August 5, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
W.G. Pearson Elementary School Media Center

1:00pm EDT

Easley - Building on Small Group Instruction | Facilitated by Easley Elementary School | Easley Elementary School | Easley Elementary School Media Center
LIMITED
Wednesday August 5, 2026 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Rob Jones | [email protected] | Teaching and Learning Coach; Jennifer Hauser | [email protected] | Principal; Farrah Boggan | [email protected] | Asst. Principal
Location: Easley Elementary School Media Center
Description: Staff members will refresh their knowledge of best practices for small group instruction in literacy blocks.
Subject Area(s): ELA
Topic(s): Explicit Teaching, Curriculum and Instruction, Increased Rigor
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Instructional Assistants, Teachers
Wednesday August 5, 2026 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Easley Elementary School Media Center

1:00pm EDT

Responsive Student Assessment: Scientific Observation in the Montessori Classroom | Facilitated by Magnet Programs | Little River Elementary School; Lucas Middle School; Morehead Elementary School; George Watts Elementary School; Lakewood Montessori Middl
FULL
Wednesday August 5, 2026 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity full
Presenters: Seth Webb | [email protected] | Presenter; Rita Rathbone | [email protected] | Facilitator; Kelly Bush | [email protected] | Facilitator; Justin Tosco | [email protected] | Facilitator
Location: Lucas Middle School TBA
Description: THIS SESSION IS FOR EMPLOYEES OF A MONTESSORI SCHOOL OR DISTRICT INSTRUCTIONAL STAFF SUPPORTING THOSE SCHOOLS ONLY Quality observation is a teacher’s most authentic form of assessment: it helps us to understand our students more deeply, recognize patterns in development and engagement, and make thoughtful decisions about lessons, classroom environments, and support. In this interactive session, participants will explore using a suite of observation tools, practice collecting and analyzing objective data, and leave with concrete strategies that they can immediately apply in their own environments to better support the students in their care.
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content
Topic(s): Social Emotional, Curriculum and Instruction, Increased Rigor, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, Standards Aligned Instruction, Student-Centered Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 7th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday August 5, 2026 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Lucas Middle School TBA

1:01pm EDT

The Power of Solo Time | Facilitated by Magnet Programs | Little River Elementary School; Lucas Middle School; Morehead Elementary School; George Watts Elementary School; Lakewood Montessori Middle School | Lucas Middle School TBA
FULL
Wednesday August 5, 2026 1:01pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity full
Presenters: Rita Rathbone | [email protected] | Facilitator; Krystene Kohel | [email protected] | Presenter; Kelly Bush | [email protected] | Facilitator; Justin Tosco | [email protected] | Facilitator
Location: Lucas Middle School TBA
Description: THIS SESSION IS FOR EMPLOYEES OF A MONTESSORI SCHOOL OR DISTRICT INSTRUCTIONAL STAFF SUPPORTING THOSE SCHOOLS ONLY Solo time is a powerful yet often overlooked practice in the adolescent Montessori classroom. In this interactive session, educators will explore how to teach and implement solo time to support independence, identity development, and emotional regulation. Participants will experience simple, adaptable activities they can bring directly into their classrooms.
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content
Topic(s): Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, Student-Centered Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: 5th Grade, 7th Grade, 4th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: Instructional Coaches, Mentors, Assistant Principals, Instructional Assistants, Principals, School Counselors, Teachers
Wednesday August 5, 2026 1:01pm - 3:00pm EDT
Lucas Middle School TBA

2:00pm EDT

Character Strong | Facilitated by The School for Creative Studies | The School for Creative Studies | The School for Creative Studies Cybrary
LIMITED
Wednesday August 5, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Amy Jenkins | [email protected] | TLC; Ashley | [email protected] | Character Strong
Location: The School for Creative Studies Cybrary
Description: CharacterStrong has introduced new updates to its curriculum and platform. This session will provide participants with an overview of the latest changes, highlight available resources, and demonstrate how to access and use the updated materials. Participants will explore best practices for facilitating CharacterStrong lessons and leave prepared to implement the program confidently in their homerooms, creating meaningful opportunities to build students' social-emotional skills and strengthen classroom community.
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content
Topic(s): Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific), Teachers
Wednesday August 5, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
The School for Creative Studies Cybrary

2:00pm EDT

New Principal Orientation | Facilitated by School Leadership | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M9
Wednesday August 5, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Presenters: Kecia Rogers | [email protected] | Assistant Superintendent
Location: Staff Development Center M9
Description: New Principals will learn DPS specific information, processes and protocols.
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content
Topic(s): Leadership
Targeted Instructional Grades: Leadership
Targeted Roles: Assistant Principals, Principals
Wednesday August 5, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M9

3:00pm EDT

CMA Staff PLC-August 5, 2026 3pm | Facilitated by City of Medicine Academy | City of Medicine Academy | City of Medicine Academy Cybrary
LIMITED
Wednesday August 5, 2026 3:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Renita Griffin | [email protected] | Principal
Location: City of Medicine Academy Cybrary
Description: Dr. Griffin's day before school opening PLC 3-4:30pm
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content
Topic(s): PLC Professional Learning Communities, Curriculum and Instruction, Data Analysis, Equity
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday August 5, 2026 3:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
City of Medicine Academy Cybrary
 


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