Durham Public Schools PL

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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.

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

9:30am EDT

Meaningful Math Discourse

The presentation will utilize and explore the components of Reveal that support peer-to-peer discourse and language development of all learners. Facilitators will teach participants how to use the Indicator for High-Quality Math Instruction to support increasing discourse in a meaningful way. Teachers will design discourse that forces students to assume the mathematician role using leveled questioning and literacy strategies. Participants will need their devices.

Wednesday August 23, 2023 9:30am - 11:05am EDT
Hillside High School

9:30am EDT

Differentiating Instruction in the HIVE for Academic

Teachers will focus on differentiation to support academic success for all students. Through the Hive, teachers will explore a range of instructional strategies, resources, and techniques to tailor their instruction to meet the diverse needs of learners in the classroom.

Thursday August 24, 2023 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
Hillside High School

Curriculum and Instruction, 9th-12th

9:30am EDT

Hornets Harnessing the Power of Interventions/Panorama

Teachers will leverage Panorama to identify students needing intervention and develop targeted support strategies. Teachers will learn how to use the database to gather valuable insights into student performance, behavior, and social-emotional needs to support students’ academic and emotional growth.

Thursday August 24, 2023 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
Hillside High School

Curriculum and Instruction

9:30am EDT

Hornets PLC structure: Empowering Collaboration for Teacher Excellence- 30 spots

Teachers will explore the key components of PLCs, such as setting shared goals, analyzing student data, designing common assessments, and implementing collaborative inquiry cycles. Teachers will be provided with a mastery sheet to maximize student outcomes.

Thursday August 24, 2023 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
Hillside High School

Curriculum and Instruction, 9th-12th

9:30am EDT

Hornets: Utilizing AVID Strategies for Student Achievement

This session is designed to enhance your teaching toolkit with AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) strategies and equip you with practical techniques to engage and empower your students in their learning journey. Teachers will learn how to foster a culture of academic success, critical thinking, and growth within their classroom while embracing the spirit of the Hornets' educational community.

Thursday August 24, 2023 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
Hillside High School

Curriculum and Instruction, 9th-12th

9:30am EDT

Hornets: Utilizing High-Impact Strategies for Student Achievement

Teachers will explore various effective strategies and approaches with a proven track record of positively impacting student learning outcomes. Teachers will delve into best practices, instructional innovations, and evidence-based methods to elevate their teaching practices and ultimately enhance student achievement in the classroom.

Thursday August 24, 2023 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
Hillside High School

Curriculum and Instruction, 9th-12th

10:20am EDT

Empowering Educators: Hornets’ PD on Pedagogy of Confidence.

Teachers will delve into the transformative insights of the book 'Pedagogy of Confidence' by Yvette Jackson by exploring and applying the principles outlined in the book to elevate our teaching practices and inspire confident learners.

Thursday August 24, 2023 10:20am - 11:05am EDT
Hillside High School

Curriculum and Instruction, 9th-12th

10:20am EDT

Harnessing Hornets: Enhancing Professional Practices for English Language Learners.

This PD is designed to empower educators and professionals in the field of education with effective strategies and tools to support better and engage English Language Learners (ELLs. This session will delve into the latest research and best practices for understanding language acquisition, cultural responsiveness, differentiated instruction, and creating inclusive classrooms. By the end of the session, participants will be equipped with a comprehensive toolkit to harness the potential of ELLs, promoting their linguistic and academic achievements while embracing diversity and inclusion.

Thursday August 24, 2023 10:20am - 11:05am EDT
Hillside High School

Curriculum and Instruction, 9th-12th

10:20am EDT

Hornets: Using Data to Inform Instruction

Teachers will learn about formative and summative assessment strategies, analyze student data, and explore ways to provide timely and meaningful feedback. They will gain insights into using assessment data to tailor instruction and support student growth.

Thursday August 24, 2023 10:20am - 11:05am EDT
Hillside High School

Curriculum and Instruction, 9th-12th

8:00am EDT

Hillside and Durham School of Technology- Age of Majority

For Hillside and DST EC Teams to understand the process around Age of Majority.

Tuesday September 12, 2023 8:00am - 8:45am EDT
Hillside High School

Exceptional Children, 9th-12th

8:00am EDT

Hornet Academy

Our ninth grade transitional team, the Hornet Academy, meets twice a month to discuss outcomes and goals for our program.

Thursday September 14, 2023 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Hillside High School

Assessments-Data-Accountability, 9th-12th, Administrator, Support

SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/076h3

4:20pm EDT

HHS Clubs & Organizations PLC

The Clubs & Organization PLC will meet monthly.

Thursday September 28, 2023 4:20pm - 5:20pm EDT
Hillside High School

Leadership, 9th-12th

2:00pm EDT

Hillside High School October 11th Early Release Day Professional Learning

Hillside High School October 11th Early Release Day Professional Learning

Wednesday October 11, 2023 2:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Hillside High School

Equity, 9th-12th

ATTENDANCE AND EVAL FORM https://t.ly/mOb0f

9:15am EST

CTE Fall 2023 Testing Training

Testing procedures for CTE

Tuesday December 12, 2023 9:15am - 10:15am EST
Hillside High School

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

9:45am EST

POL Training

POL training, best practices, progress monitoring tools, PBM tracker, SchoolNet, and AFL trackers

Wednesday February 21, 2024 9:45am - 10:45am EST
Hillside High School

8:00am EST

The Present Level of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance (PLAAFP)

To teach the components of Present Level's and how to write them equitably.

Wednesday March 6, 2024 8:00am - 9:00am EST
Hillside High School

Exceptional Children, 9th-12th

SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/pcLZ7
ATTENDANCE AND EVAL FORM https://t.ly/T4BE9

9:30am EDT

CTE Spring 2024 Testing Training

CTE POLs Administration, Testing Code of Ethics, & Proctoring Training

Wednesday May 15, 2024 9:30am - 10:30am EDT
Hillside High School