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Durham Public Schools PL
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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.

If you are looking for on-demand PL, click here to view the DPS Asynchronous PL Course Catalog.
Thursday, June 6
 

8:30am EDT

District BT Mentor EOY Planning Retreat Day 7
End of the year planning and work sessions.

Thursday June 6, 2024 8:30am - 4:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center

4:30pm EDT

Grading for Equity Book Study Session 3

Join us as we examine Joe Feldman's book Grading For Equity to examine strategies, examples, and insights, as well as explore the potential impact of grading upon equity. This book study is in partnership with DPS Advanced Academics, DPS Curriculum and Instruction, and DPS Equity Affairs and Professional Development. Participants will be eligible for CEUs upon completion of the book study components. By the end of our book study, learners will be able to:-Discuss the purpose of grading.-Examine grading strategies.-Brainstorm course-specific strategies to improve equity in grading -Implement a strategy to make grading more equitable. -Discuss and implement equitable grading strategies in the context of specific school settings

Thursday June 6, 2024 4:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
Online
 
Friday, June 7
 

8:30am EDT

District BT Mentor EOY Planning Retreat Day 8
End of the year planning and work sessions.

Friday June 7, 2024 8:30am - 3:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center

12:00pm EDT

23-24 DPS SLP Peer Review #4 CORE: Parent-Friendly Communication of Measure Outcomes and A 4Golden Thread4 of Clear and Consistent Descriptions of Student Performance

As a result of this activity, the participating SLP will be able to compare SLP evaluation reports to Durham Public Schools and NC Department of Public Instruction (March 2021; p. 9-13, 62-70) assessment guidelines and procedures through an objective and supportive checklist- based review process.

Friday June 7, 2024 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Bacon Street 128

1:00pm EDT

LETRS--Volume 1--Unit 4--Part 2--E.C. and E.L. teachers and staff

LETRS--Volume 1--Unit 4--Part 2--E.C. and E.L. teachers and staff

Friday June 7, 2024 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

LETRS--Volume 1--Unit 4--Part 2--Makeup Session for Instructional Coaches

LETRS--Volume 1--Unit 4--Part 2--Makeup Session for Instructional Coaches

Friday June 7, 2024 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

LETRS--Volume 1--Unit 4--Part 2--Makeup Session--Year-Round calendar school teachers and staff

LETRS--Volume 1--Unit 4--Part 2--Makeup Session--Year-Round calendar school teachers and staff

Friday June 7, 2024 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Online
 
Monday, June 10
 

8:30am EDT

LETRS--Volume 1--Unit 4--Makeup Session for Instructional Coaches

LETRS--Volume 1--Unit 4--Makeup Session for Instructional Coaches

Monday June 10, 2024 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Online

8:30am EDT

LETRS--Volume 1--Unit 4--Makeup Session for Traditional Calendar schools

LETRS--Volume 1--Unit 4--Makeup Session for Traditional Calendar schools

Monday June 10, 2024 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Online

8:30am EDT

LETRS--Volume 1--Unit 4--Makeup Session--E.C. and E.L. Teachers

LETRS--Volume 1--Unit 4--Makeup Session--E.C. and E.L. Teachers

Monday June 10, 2024 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Online

8:30am EDT

LETRS--Volume 2--Unit 8-- for E.C. and E.L. teachers and staff

LETRS--Volume 2--Unit 8-- for E.C. and E.L. teachers and staff

Monday June 10, 2024 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Online
 
Tuesday, June 11
 

8:30am EDT

CTE Support Services Monthly Meeting - June
Participants will explore strategies/practices to support ongoing teacher, school, and CTE program growth and efficacy.

Tuesday June 11, 2024 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
117 Tom Wilkerson Rd. Durham, NC, 27712

1:00pm EDT

SPLASH Presenter Prep
During this session for NEW SPLASH presenters, we will focus on andragogy, the 6 Phases of Learning and Sched navigation.

Tuesday June 11, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Online
 
Wednesday, June 12
 

9:00am EDT

SPLASH Presenter Prep session 2
During this session for NEW SPLASH presenters, we will focus on andragogy, the 6 Phases of Learning and Sched navigation.

Wednesday June 12, 2024 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Online
 
Thursday, June 13
 

9:00am EDT

Scheduling Work Lab- Morning Session
This session provides data manages/scheduling teams the opportunity to work on scheduling for the 24-25 school year while having the PowerSchool team available to hands on assistance.

Thursday June 13, 2024 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Hamlin Road Conference Room

12:00pm EDT

Scheduling Work Lab- Afternoon Session
This session provides data manages/scheduling teams the opportunity to work on scheduling for the 24-25 school year while having the PowerSchool team available to hands on assistance.

Thursday June 13, 2024 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Hamlin Road Conference Room
 
Tuesday, June 18
 

8:00am EDT

8:30am EDT

Understanding DLI: The Science Behind the Program
Have a deeper understanding of the DLI programs and how to support the students.We will be using inquiry-based strategies to support the participants to discover and understand DL

Tuesday June 18, 2024 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Northern High School

1:00pm EDT

K-5 Global Languages Implementation: The Why and The How
Participants would have a deeper understanding of the K-5 Global Languages implementation, expectations and teaching strategies.We will be working with the why and then we will be moving to the how. We will be doing this by using different learning strategies

Tuesday June 18, 2024 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Northern High School
 
Wednesday, June 19
 

8:30am EDT

Estrategias educativas para DLI (Dual Language Immersion)- Hosted in Spanish
Participants will learn different strategies to apply in their classroom. This presentation will be hosted in Spanish to support Dual Language teachers and instructional assistants.

Wednesday June 19, 2024 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Northern High School

8:30am EDT

 
Thursday, June 20
 

8:30am EDT

Understanding DLI: The Science Behind the Program
The participants will discover the basics of the DLI programs, and they will emerge in different activities to experience firsthand what the DLI students experience in a daily basis

Thursday June 20, 2024 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Northern High School

8:30am EDT

1:00pm EDT

K-5 Global Languages Implementation: The Why and The How
Participants would have a deeper understanding of the K-5 Global Languages implementation, expectations and teaching strategies.We will be working with the why and then we will be moving to the how. We will be doing this by using different learning strategies

Thursday June 20, 2024 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Northern High School
 
Friday, June 21
 

8:30am EDT

 
Sunday, June 30
 

10:30pm EDT

Session place holder
Sunday June 30, 2024 10:30pm - 11:30pm EDT
 
Monday, July 15
 

3:00pm EDT

 
Monday, July 29
 

8:00am EDT

School Nutrition Services-ServSafe Managers Certification.Day 1 of 3.

ServSafe training for SNS managers with expired certification. Day 1 of 3.

Monday July 29, 2024 8:00am - 4:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M-9
 
Tuesday, July 30
 

8:00am EDT

School Nutrition Services-ServSafe Managers Certification.Day 2 of 3.

ServSafe training for SNS managers with expired certification.Day 2 of 3.

Tuesday July 30, 2024 8:00am - 4:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M-9
 
Wednesday, July 31
 

8:00am EDT

School Nutrition Services-ServSafe Managers Certification.Day 3 of 3.

ServSafe training for SNS managers with expired certification. Day 3 of 3.

Wednesday July 31, 2024 8:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M-9
 
Monday, August 5
 

9:00am EDT

Rethink Ed Training for Speciality Schools

SEL Training on Rethink Ed

Monday August 5, 2024 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Online
 
Friday, August 23
 

9:00am EDT

Rethink Ed Training all Schools Virtual

SEL training on Rethink Ed

Friday August 23, 2024 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Online
 
Thursday, September 5
 

4:30pm EDT

Beginner to Board BT Academy- Session 1 (2024-2025)
This academy is for all BTs who are interested in learning more about the National Board process. BTs can come just to learn what is involved and there is no required commitment to start the process. These sessions are appropriate for BTs in any year!

Thursday September 5, 2024 4:30pm - 5:45pm EDT
Online
 
Tuesday, September 10
 

4:30pm EDT

2024-25 Classroom Management-Fall part 1

Learn context, supports and strategies concerning Classroom Management.

Tuesday September 10, 2024 4:30pm - 5:45pm EDT
Online
 
Thursday, September 12
 

4:30pm EDT

BT Academy: Culturally Responsive Teaching- Building Relationships Part 1 (Fall 2024)
Part 1 will focus on the components of Culturally Responsive Pedagogy with an emphasis on the importance of building positive relationships with students. Learn context, supports and strategies concerning the Culturally Responsive Classroom

Thursday September 12, 2024 4:30pm - 5:45pm EDT
Online
 
Tuesday, October 8
 

4:30pm EDT

BT Academy: Culturally Responsive Teaching - Teaching Strategies Part 2 (Fall 2024)
Part 2 will focus on Culturally Responsive Teaching (CRT) to address cultural differences among students and ways to promote an inclusive learning environment to meet the needs of all learners. We will also suggest ways to implement and support CRT in the classroom. Learn context, supports and strategies concerning the Culturally Responsive Classroom

Tuesday October 8, 2024 4:30pm - 5:45pm EDT
Online
 
Wednesday, October 9
 

4:30pm EDT

AL Academy: October; Session 1
Teachers with an Alternative License (Permit to Teach, Emergency License, Residency License, or CTE) are required to receive additional hours of professional learning and licensure support. These sessions will help teachers navigate the licensure process and meet their requirements successfully.

Wednesday October 9, 2024 4:30pm - 5:45pm EDT
Online
 
Tuesday, October 15
 

4:30pm EDT

2024-2025 Classroom Management Part 2 (Fall)
A strong classroom and behavior management plan is essential for learning to take place. If you need help laying the foundation or want to reset after a bumpy beginning, these sessions will give you the tools you need to take charge of your classroom environment.

Tuesday October 15, 2024 4:30pm - 5:45pm EDT
Online
 
Thursday, November 7
 

4:30pm EST

BT Academy Roundtable (Fall 2024)
Beginning teachers are provided a space to have conversation about specific problems of practice, identify productive solutions and share knowledge tips and techniques that will improve teaching and learning. A problem and solution protocol will be used to facilitate the discussion.

Thursday November 7, 2024 4:30pm - 5:45pm EST
Staff Development Center
 
Wednesday, November 13
 

4:30pm EST

AL Academy: November; Session 2
Teachers with an Alternative License (Permit to Teach, Emergency License, Residency License, or CTE) are required to receive additional hours of professional learning and licensure support. These sessions will help teachers navigate the licensure process and meet their requirements successfully.

Wednesday November 13, 2024 4:30pm - 5:45pm EST
Online
 
Tuesday, November 19
 

4:30pm EST

BT Academy: Classroom Management 2.0
For beginning teachers who have completed the Introduction to Classroom Management series, we invite you to Classroom Management 2.0. We will delve more deeply into problems of practice and successes in your classroom in this roundtable-style discussion session.

Tuesday November 19, 2024 4:30pm - 5:45pm EST
Staff Development Center

4:30pm EST

Fall 2024 BT Academy: Classroom Management 2.0
For BTs who have completed the BT Academy Classroom Management Series, please join us for a deeper dive into problems of practice and successes in your classroom in this roundtable-style conversation.

Tuesday November 19, 2024 4:30pm - 5:45pm EST
Staff Development Center
 
Wednesday, November 20
 

4:30pm EST

BT Literature Study - Book Club (November Session)

Books can have a profound impact on our lives, whether it's through fiction or educational texts. Book clubs and studies are valuable tools for professional development, allowing us to deepen our understanding and learn from each other's insights. Every semester, we offer a chance for you to participate in a fantastic book study with us.

Wednesday November 20, 2024 4:30pm - 5:45pm EST
Online
 
Tuesday, December 3
 

4:30pm EST

Beginner to Board BT Academy- Session 2 (2024-2025)
This academy is for all BTs who are interested in learning more about the National Board process. BTs can come just to learn what is involved and there is no required commitment to start the process. These sessions are appropriate for BTs in any year!

Tuesday December 3, 2024 4:30pm - 5:45pm EST
Online
 
Wednesday, December 11
 

4:30pm EST

AL Academy: December; Session 3
Teachers with an Alternative License (Permit to Teach, Emergency License, Residency License, or CTE) are required to receive additional hours of professional learning and licensure support. These sessions will help teachers navigate the licensure process and meet their requirements successfully.

Wednesday December 11, 2024 4:30pm - 5:45pm EST
Online
 
Tuesday, January 14
 

4:30pm EST

BT Academy: Culturally Responsive Teaching- Building Relationships Part 1 (Spring 2025)
Part 1 will focus on the components of Culturally Responsive Pedagogy with an emphasis on the importance of building positive relationships with students. Learn context, supports and strategies concerning the Culturally Responsive Classroom

Tuesday January 14, 2025 4:30pm - 5:45pm EST
Online
 
Tuesday, January 28
 

4:30pm EST

AL Academy: January; Session 4
Teachers with an Alternative License (Permit to Teach, Emergency License, Residency License, or CTE) are required to receive additional hours of professional learning and licensure support. These sessions will help teachers navigate the licensure process and meet their requirements successfully.

Tuesday January 28, 2025 4:30pm - 5:45pm EST
Online
 
Tuesday, February 4
 

4:30pm EST

Beginner to Board BT Academy- Session 3 (2024-2025)
This academy is for all BTs who are interested in learning more about the National Board process. BTs can come just to learn what is involved and there is no required commitment to start the process. These sessions are appropriate for BTs in any year!

Tuesday February 4, 2025 4:30pm - 5:45pm EST
Online
 
Wednesday, February 5
 

4:30pm EST

BT Literature Study - Book Club (February Session)

Books can have a profound impact on our lives, whether it's through fiction or educational texts. Book clubs and studies are valuable tools for professional development, allowing us to deepen our understanding and learn from each other's insights. Every semester, we offer a chance for you to participate in a fantastic book study with us.

Wednesday February 5, 2025 4:30pm - 5:45pm EST
Online
 
Tuesday, February 11
 

4:30pm EST

BT Academy: Culturally Responsive Teaching- Teaching Strategies Part 2 (Spring 2025)
Part 2 will focus on Culturally Responsive Teaching (CRT) to address cultural differences among students and ways to promote an inclusive learning environment to meet the needs of all learners. We will also suggest ways to implement and support CRT in the classroom. Learn context, supports and strategies concerning the Culturally Responsive Classroom.

Tuesday February 11, 2025 4:30pm - 5:45pm EST
Online
 
Tuesday, February 25
 

4:30pm EST

AL Academy: February; Session 5
Teachers with an Alternative License (Permit to Teach, Emergency License, Residency License, or CTE) are required to receive additional hours of professional learning and licensure support. These sessions will help teachers navigate the licensure process and meet their requirements successfully.

Tuesday February 25, 2025 4:30pm - 5:45pm EST
Online
 
Tuesday, March 4
 

4:30pm EST

BT Academy Roundtable (Spring 2025)
Beginning teachers are provided a space to have conversation about specific problems of practice, identify productive solutions and share knowledge tips and techniques that will improve teaching and learning. A problem and solution protocol will be used to facilitate the discussion.

Tuesday March 4, 2025 4:30pm - 5:45pm EST
Staff Development Center
 
Wednesday, March 5
 

4:30pm EST

BT Literature Study - Book Club (March Session)

Books can have a profound impact on our lives, whether it's through fiction or educational texts. Book clubs and studies are valuable tools for professional development, allowing us to deepen our understanding and learn from each other's insights. Every semester, we offer a chance for you to participate in a fantastic book study with us.

Wednesday March 5, 2025 4:30pm - 5:45pm EST
Online
 
Thursday, March 6
 

4:30pm EST

2024-2025 Spring BT Academy: Classroom Management 2.0
For beginning teachers who have completed the Introduction to Classroom Management series, we invite you to Classroom Management 2.0. We will delve more deeply into problems of practice and successes in your classroom in this roundtable-style discussion session.

Thursday March 6, 2025 4:30pm - 5:45pm EST
Staff Development Center
 
Tuesday, April 8
 

4:30pm EDT

BT Academy: Culturally Responsive Teaching 2.0 (Spring 2025)
This session is an extension of CRP series 1 & 2 which are prerequisites for this course. In this session we will collaborate on various classroom situations and understand the difference between CRP and traditional teaching methods.

Tuesday April 8, 2025 4:30pm - 5:45pm EDT
Online
 
Wednesday, April 9
 

4:30pm EDT

BT Literature Study - Book Club (April Session)

Books can have a profound impact on our lives, whether it's through fiction or educational texts. Book clubs and studies are valuable tools for professional development, allowing us to deepen our understanding and learn from each other's insights. Every semester, we offer a chance for you to participate in a fantastic book study with us.

Wednesday April 9, 2025 4:30pm - 5:45pm EDT
Online
 
Tuesday, April 29
 

4:30pm EDT

AL Academy: April; Session 6
Teachers with an Alternative License (Permit to Teach, Emergency License, Residency License, or CTE) are required to receive additional hours of professional learning and licensure support. These sessions will help teachers navigate the licensure process and meet their requirements successfully.

Tuesday April 29, 2025 4:30pm - 5:45pm EDT
Online
 
Tuesday, May 6
 

4:30pm EDT

Beginner to Board BT Academy- Session 4 (2024-2025)
This academy is for all BTs who are interested in learning more about the National Board process. BTs can come just to learn what is involved and there is no required commitment to start the process. These sessions are appropriate for BTs in any year!

Tuesday May 6, 2025 4:30pm - 5:45pm EDT
Online
 


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