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.
Presenters: Ebony Ross | ebony_ross@dpsnc.net | McKinney-Vento Coordinator; Deja Flythe | deja_flythe@dpsnc.net | McKinney-Vento Social Worker; Martina Dunford | martina_dunford@dpsnc.net | McKinney-Vento Youth Case Manager; Dr. Melissa Watson | melissa_watson@dpsnc.net | Director of Student Alternatives & Supports Location: Riverside High School Room A217 Description: This session equips school social workers with updated tools and processes to more effectively identify and support students experiencing homelessness under the McKinney-Vento Act. Participants will learn how to recognize early indicators of housing instability, apply updated identification procedures, and navigate cross-departmental collaboration to ensure timely access to academic and wraparound services. Emphasis will be placed on refining referral pathways and engaging families with empathy and confidentiality. Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional) Topic(s): School Counselors, Social Emotional, School Social Work 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: Assistant Principals, Directors, Principals, School Counselors, Assistant Directors, Coordinators, Psychologists, Social Workers
