Durham Public Schools PL: Full Schedule

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.

10:30am EDT

Digital Teaching and Learning (YR New Teacher Orientation)

Monday July 10, 2023 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Staff Development Center Room M1 2107 Hillandale Rd, Durham, NC 27705

Digital Teaching and Learning, K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th

9:15am EDT

Creative Studies - Apple Training

Introduction to Keynote and Apple support

Tuesday August 1, 2023 9:15am - 10:15am EDT
The School for Creative Studies Cybrary

Digital Teaching and Learning, 6th-8th, 9th-12th

9:15am EDT

Creative Studies - Apple Training

Introduction to Keynote and Apple support

Wednesday August 2, 2023 9:15am - 10:15am EDT
The School for Creative Studies Cybrary

Digital Teaching and Learning, 6th-8th, 9th-12th

9:15am EDT

Creative Studies - Apple Training

Introduction to Keynote and Apple support

Thursday August 3, 2023 9:15am - 10:15am EDT
The School for Creative Studies Cybrary

Digital Teaching and Learning, 6th-8th, 9th-12th

10:10am EDT

Artificial Intelligence in Schools- Traditional Kick Off

The question of AI in the schools has flipped and the new question might be what can’t you do with AI in schools right now! Suggestions on how to include current events into the curriculum? Check. Drafting emails to parents and students? Check. Summarizing data from surveys? Check. Creating historic dialogs with 130 different languages/accents? Check. Using Canva’s text-to-image for livening up slide presentations? Check. This quick review will include a resource list of activities and prompt guides to get the most out of ChatGPT (at home!), including information on the new plug-ins that generate accurate citations and reduce the number of “hallucinations.” And insights into how students are currently using ChatGPT (or planning to) in ways teachers will not be able to detect.

Tuesday August 22, 2023 10:10am - 11:10am EDT
Southern School of Energy and Sustainability 237

Digital Teaching and Learning, 6th-8th, 9th-12th

10:10am EDT

DTL Choice Session: Hopkins Tech Treats Exploration- Traditional Kick Off

Teachers will learn about Kennetha's website and the resources and templates available there. Secondary schools will also be given a 4tour4 of the Canvas shells created by Kennetha that are available for download.

Tuesday August 22, 2023 10:10am - 11:10am EDT
Southern School of Energy and Sustainability 245

Digital Teaching and Learning, 6th-8th, 9th-12th

10:10am EDT

My First Year with ALEKS- Traditional Kick Off

Participants will understand how to access ALEKS, basic navigation components, and plan how to get started with the resource. Participants will explore some additional features of ALEKS for targeted practice such as creating custom assigments and having students self-select through their My Path lessons.

Tuesday August 22, 2023 10:10am - 11:10am EDT
Southern School of Energy and Sustainability 231

Digital Teaching and Learning, 6th-8th, 9th-12th

10:10am EDT

Traditional 9-12 eLearning Kick Off Part 1

School-based eLearning teams will review procedures, expectations, and strategies to prepare for the upcoming year. This session is part 1 of 2, please attend both sessions. The session is required for eLearning coordinators and team members.

Tuesday August 22, 2023 10:10am - 11:10am EDT
Southern School of Energy and Sustainability 246

Digital Teaching and Learning, 9th-12th

2:20pm EDT

Dive into Nanotechnology: Incorporating DUKE Outreach into your Science Curriculum - Traditional Kick Off

Learn how Duke’s Nanotechnology Center’s NSF-funded outreach program can cater to your classroom’s needs to engage your students in authentic and relevant STEM activities. We will overview the capabilities of our facilities, do a hands-on sample nanotechnology activity, and delve into how our standards-aligned outreach can mesh with your curriculum, and conclude with collecting samples to be imaged in one of Duke's Scanning Electron Microscopes!

Tuesday August 22, 2023 2:20pm - 3:20pm EDT
Southern School of Energy and Sustainability 226

Digital Teaching and Learning, 6th-8th, 9th-12th

2:20pm EDT

DTL Choice Session: Hopkins Tech Treats Exploration- Traditional Kick Off

Tuesday August 22, 2023 2:20pm - 3:20pm EDT
Southern School of Energy and Sustainability 245

Digital Teaching and Learning, 6th-8th, 9th-12th

2:20pm EDT

My First Year with ALEKS (Learn from a Teacher's Experience)- Traditional Kick Off

Tuesday August 22, 2023 2:20pm - 3:20pm EDT
Southern School of Energy and Sustainability 231

Digital Teaching and Learning, 6th-8th, 9th-12th

2:20pm EDT

Traditional 9-12 eLearning Kick Off Part 2

School-based eLearning teams will review procedures, expectations, and strategies to prepare for the upcoming year. This session is part 2 of 2, please attend both sessions.

Tuesday August 22, 2023 2:20pm - 3:20pm EDT
Southern School of Energy and Sustainability 246

Digital Teaching and Learning, 9th-12th

9:15am EDT

Creative Studies - Apple Training

Introduction to Pages and Apple Support

Tuesday September 5, 2023 9:15am - 10:15am EDT
Online

Digital Teaching and Learning, 6th-8th, 9th-12th

ONLINE MEETING URL https://appleinc.webex.com/appleinc/j.php?MTID=m3a0916f7c6a7a8545f29d65385f6aaa9

9:15am EDT

Creative Studies - Apple Training

Introduction to Pages and Apple Support

Thursday September 7, 2023 9:15am - 10:15am EDT
Online

Digital Teaching and Learning, 6th-8th, 9th-12th

ONLINE MEETING URL https://appleinc.webex.com/appleinc/j.php?MTID=m8c0ca0fba280511f13be97bca6ed0b58

12:00pm EDT

Ignite Online Academy! Media and Technology Advisory Committee (MTAC) Meeting

Ignite Online Academy! Staff Only - The functions and responsibilities of the MTAC can be divided into two areas: (1) serving in an advisory capacity to the media and technology staff and program, and (2) maintaining a collection of resources that reflects curricular and individual needs in all formats. The functions and responsibilities of the MTAC can be divided into two areas: (1) serving in an advisory capacity to the media and technology staff and program, and (2) maintaining a collection of resources that reflects curricular and individual needs in all formats.

Thursday September 28, 2023 12:00pm - 12:45pm EDT
Online

Digital Teaching and Learning, K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th

ONLINE MEETING URL https://dpsnc.zoom.us/j/2029719001
SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/NMWyt
ATTENDANCE AND EVAL FORM https://t.ly/oNJMo

10:00am EDT

Equity & Professional Development - Improved Professional Learning System for School Administrators

School Administrators will learn how to submit professional learning into the new system.

Monday October 2, 2023 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Online

Digital Teaching and Learning, Pre-K, K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th

ONLINE MEETING URL https://dpsnc.zoom.us/my/terry.phillips
SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/lWFNi

8:00am EDT

Equity & Professional Development - Improved Professional Learning System for School Administrators

School Administrators will learn how to submit professional learning into the new system.

Thursday October 5, 2023 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Online

Digital Teaching and Learning, Pre-K, K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th

ONLINE MEETING URL https://dpsnc.zoom.us/my/terry.phillips
SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/4vvh5

2:30pm EDT

Getting Started with Study Island

Participants will be provided with best practices to get set up with Study Island, test-review program available in Clever for all DPS students and teachers.

Wednesday October 11, 2023 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Online

Digital Teaching and Learning, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th

ONLINE MEETING URL https://edmentum.zoom.us/j/9959578140

3:00pm EDT

eLearning Lab Facilitator Strategy Session

This session is for all high school eLearning Lab Facilitators. We will discuss successes, strategies, and identify areas in need of support.

Wednesday October 11, 2023 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Jordan High School TBD

Digital Teaching and Learning, 9th-12th

2:30pm EDT

Ignite faculty will learn about Copyright restrictions in the online environment. They will also investigate resources available through our school library.

Friday October 13, 2023 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Online

Digital Teaching and Learning, K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th

ONLINE MEETING URL https://dpsnc.zoom.us/j/95715674659?pwd=clh2L2luWjJPVTRWSFZJV2dWLzd2QT09
SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/Ye_8_
ATTENDANCE AND EVAL FORM https://t.ly/jdM5O

12:00pm EDT

Ignite Online Academy! Media and Technology Advisory Committee (MTAC) Meeting

Wednesday October 25, 2023 12:00pm - 12:45pm EDT
Online

Digital Teaching and Learning, K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th

ONLINE MEETING URL https://dpsnc.zoom.us/j/2029719001
SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/tVx9H
ATTENDANCE AND EVAL FORM https://t.ly/3xGKO

9:15am EDT

Creative Studies Apple Keynote Training

Teachers will continue their learning using Keynote for animation.

Monday October 30, 2023 9:15am - 10:15am EDT
Online

Digital Teaching and Learning, 6th-8th, 9th-12th

ONLINE MEETING URL https://appleinc.webex.com/wbxmjs/joinservice/sites/appleinc/meeting/download/9dda7fa3f4be415a8bfba5c0e1e4c86c?siteurl=appleinc
MTID mf60409613f9c2e3ac5ce89780bc437e5

9:15am EDT

Creative Studies - Creating Video using iMovie

Teachers will learn how students can use iMovie to create a video with images, video, sound and text. Attendees will then create a student sample of a possible short video for their curriculum area.*********Participants must have iMovie installed on the teacher Mac before attending

Wednesday November 1, 2023 9:15am - 10:15am EDT
Online

Digital Teaching and Learning, 6th-8th, 9th-12th

ONLINE MEETING URL https://appleinc.webex.com/appleinc/j.php?MTID=mf60409613f9c2e3ac5ce89780bc437e5

9:15am EDT

Creative Studies - Creating a Digital Portfolio/Journal with Pages

Staff will learn how to take an existing Pages template and help students create an on-going digital portfolio of their work. Participants will then create a student sample of a possible portfolio for their curriculum area.**********Participants must have Pages installed on the teacher Mac before attending

Friday November 3, 2023 9:15am - 10:15am EDT
Online

Digital Teaching and Learning, 6th-8th, 9th-12th

ONLINE MEETING URL https://appleinc.webex.com/appleinc/j.php?MTID=mf60409613f9c2e3ac5ce89780bc437e5

2:00pm EDT

Ignite! Online Academy Mastery Paths in Canvas

How to create and use mastery paths using curriculum resources to personalize student learning

Friday November 3, 2023 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

Digital Teaching and Learning, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th

ONLINE MEETING URL https://dpsnc.zoom.us/j/95609912284
SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/IIFxs

10:00am EST

Empowering Educators with the NC Digital Learning Competencies (NCDLC) Pt. 1

During this professional development series participants will: (1)Explore the core components of the North Carolina Digital Learning Competencies, gaining a deep understanding of how they apply to K-12 education.(2) Discover innovative ways to integrate technology into the classroom, making lessons engaging and relevant for today's students.(3) Develop strategies for fostering digital citizenship and responsible use of technology among students. (4) Learn about the latest edtech tools and resources that can support the implementation of the competencies.Collaborate with peers to share best practices and brainstorm ideas for incorporating digital learning competencies into their curriculum.

Tuesday November 7, 2023 10:00am - 11:30am EST
Online

Digital Teaching and Learning, Pre-K, K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th

ONLINE MEETING URL https://dpsnc.zoom.us/j/96321508659

2:00pm EST

Ignite! Online Academy Building Alignment Between Assessment And Learning Outcomes

Creating student outcomes in Canvas to support personalized learning

Friday November 17, 2023 2:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Online

Digital Teaching and Learning, K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th

ONLINE MEETING URL https://dpsnc.zoom.us/j/95609912284
SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/R6gA6

8:00am EST

ACT Online Prep Training

Teachers will explore the ACT Online Prep portal - both the Administration Dashboard and ACT Online Prep and User Portal. We will go over the benefits to using the ACT Online Prep portal in the curriculum and explore different implementation models.We will go over the Administrative Dashboard to track students’ progress, and looking at curriculum designed to integrate into the classroom and progress through the school year.

Wednesday December 6, 2023 8:00am - 9:00am EST
Online

Digital Teaching and Learning, 9th-12th

ONLINE MEETING URL https://dpsnc.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEqduGopjwoEtWaaw88ynb_qGMGp3Bmqu-_
SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/lf0wH
ATTENDANCE AND EVAL FORM https://t.ly/HNrGR

9:00am EST

ACT Online Prep Training

Tuesday January 2, 2024 9:00am - 10:00am EST
Online

Digital Teaching and Learning, 9th-12th

ONLINE MEETING URL https://dpsnc.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIlce-tpzgpEtHPQmZMbLwwgWhOzbzVfijP
SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/zrvac
ATTENDANCE AND EVAL FORM https://t.ly/3jhfm

1:00pm EST

Universal Design for Learning Session 2

This is a flipped session aimed at supporting students with neurodivergence and visual impairments in an online setting.

Friday January 12, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Online

Digital Teaching and Learning, K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th

ONLINE MEETING URL https://dpsnc.zoom.us/j/92030744075?pwd=TWFCa2xsUHBGNWlZZVJjTDRzVmhXQT09
SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/MH3Lb
ATTENDANCE AND EVAL FORM https://t.ly/L4WuX

10:00am EST

Exploring Snorkl AI Tool

Discover the power of instant feedback for students based on your input, fostering personalized learning experiences. Uncover collaborative learning spaces and data-driven insights that will reshape your teaching strategies.

Tuesday January 16, 2024 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Online

Digital Teaching and Learning, K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th

ONLINE MEETING URL https://dpsnc.zoom.us/j/91812523171

12:00pm EST

Ignite Online Academy! Media and Technology Advisory Committee (MTAC) Meeting

Thursday January 25, 2024 12:00pm - 12:45pm EST
Online

Digital Teaching and Learning, K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th

ONLINE MEETING URL https://dpsnc.zoom.us/j/2029719001
SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/s5w2K
ATTENDANCE AND EVAL FORM https://t.ly/8QYMI

11:00am EST

Hillside-IVC PD

Training on IVC equipment

Friday February 9, 2024 11:00am - 12:30pm EST
Hillside High School

Digital Teaching and Learning, 9th-12th, Leadership

SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/Pzy_g

3:00pm EST

eLearning Lab Facilitators Session - February

Lab Facilitators will meet to discuss credit recovery best practices and share strategies for success.

Friday February 16, 2024 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Jordan High School

Digital Teaching and Learning, 9th-12th, Assistant

3:00pm EST

Snorkl AI PD

Friday February 16, 2024 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Online

Digital Teaching and Learning, K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th

ONLINE MEETING URL https://dpsnc.zoom.us/j/91649233352
ATTENDANCE AND EVAL FORM https://t.ly/n9faA

12:00pm EST

Ignite Online Academy! Media and Technology Advisory Committee (MTAC) Meeting

Thursday February 22, 2024 12:00pm - 12:45pm EST
Online

Digital Teaching and Learning, K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th

ONLINE MEETING URL https://dpsnc.zoom.us/j/2029719001
SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/-33hX
ATTENDANCE AND EVAL FORM https://t.ly/ieeHu

12:25am EST

Hillside High School Generative AI Lunch and Learn 2/28/2024

Hillside High School Generative AI Lunch and Learn 2/28/2024 (1st Lunch and 2nd Lunch)

Wednesday February 28, 2024 12:25am - 1:25am EST
Hillside High School Media Center

Digital Teaching and Learning, 9th-12th

1:00pm EDT

UDL Session 3- Engagement and Choice

Learners will investigate ways to promote student engagement and offer choice.

Wednesday April 10, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Online

Digital Teaching and Learning, K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, Leadership

ONLINE MEETING URL https://ignite.class.com/class.html?class_uuid=02b90418-d695-4cb7-99ce-c1a3ebad3aaf
SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/RmWSh
ATTENDANCE AND EVAL FORM https://t.ly/T0g_a

12:00pm EDT

Ignite Online Academy! Media and Technology Advisory Committee (MTAC) Meeting

Thursday April 25, 2024 12:00pm - 12:45pm EDT
Online

Digital Teaching and Learning, K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th

ONLINE MEETING URL https://dpsnc.zoom.us/j/2029719001
SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/1QLqw
ATTENDANCE AND EVAL FORM https://t.ly/nnvGs

12:00pm EDT

Ignite Online Academy! Media and Technology Advisory Committee (MTAC) Meeting

For Ignite Online Academy! Only - The functions and responsibilities of the MTAC can be divided into two areas: (1) serving in an advisory capacity to the media and technology staff and program, and (2) maintaining a collection of resources that reflects curricular and individual needs in all formats. The functions and responsibilities of the MTAC can be divided into two areas: (1) serving in an advisory capacity to the media and technology staff and program, and (2) maintaining a collection of resources that reflects curricular and individual needs in all formats.

Thursday May 23, 2024 12:00pm - 12:45pm EDT
Online

Digital Teaching and Learning, K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th

ONLINE MEETING URL https://dpsnc.zoom.us/j/2029719001
SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/Ys1Q-
ATTENDANCE AND EVAL FORM https://t.ly/Sh2Q6

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