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.

2:00pm EDT

EC Dept. - Setting-Up and Implementing TeachTown Social Skills Program (Required for new K-8 AU, K-5 DN, 6-8 IDE and K-8 MU EC Separate Teachers)

Participants will learn how to implement this research-based social skills program, including how to create an account, access materials and maintain data on student progress through this program.

Tuesday September 12, 2023 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M8

Exceptional Children, K-2nd, Assistant, Technician

3:00pm EDT

EC Dept. - Setting Up and Implementing TeachTown Transition to Adulthood (Required Participants: 9-12 AU, MU and IDE EC Separate Teachers)

Participants will learn how to implement this research-based social-vocational program, including how to create an account, access materials and maintain data on student progress through the program.

Tuesday September 12, 2023 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M8

Exceptional Children, 9th-12th, Assistant, Technician

8:30am EDT

EC - Reading Mastery

Participants will receive training on how to use Reading Mastery as a direct instruction program for EC or other targeted groups in the resource classroom.

Wednesday September 13, 2023 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Staff Development Center M8

Exceptional Children, K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, Assistant, Support

8:00am EDT

EC - Language for Learning

In this session, teachers will learn how to use the Language for Learning Program to provide direct instruction to EC students in the resource classroom.

Friday September 15, 2023 8:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Staff Development Center M8

Exceptional Children, K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, Coordinator, Support

2:45pm EDT

EC Dept. - Data Collection & Analysis

Participants will learn about different types of data collection methodologies, how and when to implement them, and will be provided sample forms. Participants will also learn how to graph and analyze data. (Bring your laptop if you have one.)

Thursday September 21, 2023 2:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Staff Development Center M8

Exceptional Children, K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, Assistant, Technician

2:00pm EDT

EC Dept. - The Science of Behavior

Participants will learn how to prevent problem behavior and teach new behaviors using positive reinforcement. Participants will also learn how to decrease problem behaviors with research-based interventions.

Thursday October 12, 2023 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M8

Exceptional Children, K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, Assistant, Technician

2:00pm EDT

EC Dept. - Conducting Functional Behavior Assessments & Developing Behavior Intervention Plans

Participants will learn the steps to conducting a comprehensive functional behavior assessment, how to analyze data to develop a hypothesis regarding the function of the students’ behavior, how to write an effective behavior intervention plan and how to monitor that plan.

Wednesday October 18, 2023 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M8

Exceptional Children, K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, Assistant, Technician

8:30am EDT

Restorative Practices for Educators - Day 1

Restorative practices is an essential process for creating a positive learning environment, building social capital, and resolving relational issues. During this two-day introductory experience, participants will learn the fundamental theory for restorative practices, and explore practices for building and strengthening relationships and community.

Wednesday October 25, 2023 8:30am - 4:30pm EDT
Staff Development Center M8

Social Emotional, Pre-K, K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th

ATTENDANCE AND EVAL FORM https://t.ly/beIk5

1:30pm EST

ABC's of Behavior-All Instructional Staff

This session will provide an introduction on how to utilize best practices in recognizing and identifying the Antecedent, Behavior, and Consequence of the escalation cycle.

Tuesday November 7, 2023 1:30pm - 3:30pm EST
Staff Development Center M8

Social Emotional, K-2nd, 3rd-5th

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

10:00am EST

Before and Afterschool Staff - Engaging Vs. Monitoring Students

In this workshop you will learn the difference between engaging with the students versus monitoring and or supervising students.

Thursday November 16, 2023 10:00am - 12:00pm EST
Staff Development Center M8

Communication Skills, Group Leader, Manager

2:00pm EST

EC Dept. - Unique Learning System: Lesson Planning

Participants will learn how to plan lessons using the Unique Learning System (ULS) curriculum for students on the Extended Content Standards. Participants will also learn how to implement these lessons in a remote situation.

Thursday November 16, 2023 2:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Staff Development Center M8

Exceptional Children, K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, Assistant

3:00pm EST

EC Dept. - Unique Learning System: Data Collection & Analysis

Participants will learn how to take data using the Unique Learning System (ULS) curriculum for students on the Extended Content Standards.

Thursday November 16, 2023 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Staff Development Center M8

Exceptional Children, K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, Assistant

10:00am EST

Before and Afterschool Staff - Social and Emotional Learning: Making an Impact

This workshop will provide information on the benefits of SEL for staff and students.

Tuesday November 28, 2023 10:00am - 11:30am EST
Staff Development Center M8

Curriculum and Instruction, Group Leader, Manager

2:00pm EST

EC Dept. - Supporting Students with Autism

Participants will learn the characteristics of students with autism and their impact on student behavior in the classroom. Strategies/interventions for working with students with autism will be taught.

Tuesday December 5, 2023 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Staff Development Center M8

Exceptional Children, K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, Assistant, Technician

10:00am EST

Before and Afterschool Staff - Relationship Building (Positive Interactions)

In this course you will learn what it takes to build constructive relationships with your students, actively shape positive conversations with them all while building an environment of trust.

Monday December 11, 2023 10:00am - 11:30am EST
Staff Development Center M8

Customer Service, Group Leader, Manager

10:00am EST

Before and Afterschool Staff - 4R-E-S-P-E-C-T Find out what it means to me4 Positive Interactions with Students

This workshop focuses on the most effective way of interaction between teachers and students in the classroom and the afterschool setting. The teacher's reaction must be positive and help to build better relationships with the student.

Monday December 18, 2023 10:00am - 12:00pm EST
Staff Development Center M8

Curriculum and Instruction, Group Leader, Manager

2:00pm EST

EC Dept. - Teaching Social Skills: Goals, Services, Instruction

Participants will learn how to write social skills goals, determine service delivery and provide direct social skills instruction.

Thursday January 11, 2024 2:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Staff Development Center M8

Exceptional Children, K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, Assistant, Technician

3:00pm EST

EC Dept. - Extended School Year Eligibility (ESY) Determination Process & Procedures

Participants will learn the eligibility criteria for students to qualify for ESY services, how to analyze data to determine eligibility and how to complete the DPS ESY eligibility packet.

Thursday January 11, 2024 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Staff Development Center M8

Exceptional Children, K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, Assistant

2:00pm EST

EC Dept. - The Science of Behavior Part 2

Participants will learn how to implement research-based interventions for teaching and reinforcing new skills/behaviors including how to use imitation training, shaping and chaining and how to implement contingency contracts, differential reinforcement and self-management systems for students.

Thursday January 25, 2024 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Staff Development Center M8

Exceptional Children, K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, Assistant, Technician

2:00pm EST

EC Dept. - Refresher: Conducting FBAs & Developing BIPs

Participants will review procedures for conducting Functional Behavior Assessments and learn research-based interventions to implement as part of students’ Behavior Intervention Plans. This training is recommended for staff who have already taken the FBA & BIP training.

Tuesday February 13, 2024 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Staff Development Center M8

Exceptional Children, K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, Assistant, Technician

6:30pm EST

Before and Afterschool Staff - Are We Leading in Excellence?

In this workshop managers will focus on growth and development of their managerial skills with the mindset of strengthening their team members.

Thursday February 15, 2024 6:30pm - 8:30pm EST
Staff Development Center M8

Coaching and Mentoring, Group Leader, Manager

8:00am EST

Strategies for Success in General Education for Individuals with Autism (Day 1-Part 1 of 2) All Instructional Staff

**Participants must attend BOTH sessions.** Day 1: This 12-hour workshop (two 6-hour sessions) will focus on educating students ages 5-18 with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), who spend the majority of their day in the general education classroom following the standard course of study. Participants will learn about the characteristics and learning styles of ASD and strategies to address educational and social emotional issues that affect success in the general education classroom. The format of this workshop will include presentations, videos, interactive discussions based on case studies and small group activities.

Monday February 19, 2024 8:00am - 4:00pm EST
Staff Development Center M8

Social Emotional, K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th

ATTENDANCE AND EVAL FORM https://t.ly/92ARB

8:00am EST

Strategies for Success in General Education for Individuals with Autism (Day 2-Part 2 of 2)All Instructional Staff

**Participants must attend BOTH sessions.** Day 2: This 12-hour workshop (two 6-hour sessions) will focus on educating students ages 5-18 with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), who spend the majority of their day in the general education classroom following the standard course of study. Participants will learn about the characteristics and learning styles of ASD and strategies to address educational and social emotional issues that affect success in the general education classroom. The format of this workshop will include presentations, videos, interactive discussions based on case studies and small group activities.

Tuesday February 20, 2024 8:00am - 4:00pm EST
Staff Development Center M8

Social Emotional, K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th

ATTENDANCE AND EVAL FORM https://t.ly/3TwRg

2:00pm EST

EC Dept. - Preparing Students for School-Based Vocational Training

Participants will learn how to establish school-based internships for students in middle and high school. Participants will learn how to prepare students for internships, including conducting ecological assessments, providing direct instruction and evaluating student performance.

Wednesday February 21, 2024 2:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Staff Development Center M8

Exceptional Children, 9th-12th, Assistant, Technician

3:00pm EST

EC Dept. - Preparing Students for Community-based Vocational Training

Participants will review current schools of thought on the pre-vocational and vocational skills students need to be productive in achieving their post-secondary goals. They will learn strategies/methods used to develop those skills through community-based instruction, and how that training and experience can be reflected in IEP transition planning.

Wednesday February 21, 2024 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Staff Development Center M8

Exceptional Children, 9th-12th, Assistant, Technician

2:00pm EST

EC Dept. - Conducting Functional Behavior Assessments & Developing Behavior Intervention Plans

Tuesday March 5, 2024 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Staff Development Center M8

Exceptional Children, K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, Assistant, Technician

9:00am EDT

Youth Mental Health First Aid

DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS Feb 26th! Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among children and adolescents ages 12-18. Curriculum is also helpful to staff members who work with elementary aged students. Skills learned in this course are helpful for both professional and personal dynamics; relationships; and interactions. Course is blended learning format. 5 hours in-person with 2 hours of pre-work. Pre-work does not have to completed in one sitting. Confirmation of course registration with additional course information will be sent to registrants prior to training start date. Youth Mental Health First Aid Course Flyer https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FFnDgwcD953UuvsPtpIJ_lGJR6eiVqio/view?usp=sharing

Monday March 18, 2024 9:00am - 4:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M8

Student Wellness and Advocacy, Pre-K, K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, Administrative Assistant, Administrator, Agent, Analyst, Assistant, Assistant Director, Bus Driver Monitor, Clerk, Coordinator, Director, Engineer, Executive Assistant, Group Leader, Interpreter, Liaison, Manager, Mechanic, Nurse, Plann

SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/g5ckG

10:00am EDT

Before and Afterschool Staff - Management as Leadership

In this course staff will learn best practices of behavior of the employee and how we manage our leadership roles.

Thursday April 4, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Staff Development Center M8

Curriculum and Instruction, Group Leader, Manager

10:00am EDT

Before and Afterschool Staff - Making Gym Games Fun Again

In this workshop staff will learn proper gym techniques, how to provide proper supervision while having fun at the same time and how to modify games according to the child's age.

Friday April 5, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Staff Development Center M8

Curriculum and Instruction, Group Leader, Manager

5:30pm EDT

4Dinner and Docs4

Incorporating Documentary Film in the Classroom to Drive Relevancy and Rigor

Friday April 5, 2024 5:30pm - 10:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M8

Equity, Pre-K, K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, Specialist, Support

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

9:00am EDT

Spring Testing: End-of-Course (EOC) Training - High School TCs

TC's will receive the resources and training to be able to successfully plan for and administer the spring EOC's for semester 2.

Monday April 8, 2024 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M8

Assessments-Data-Accountability, 9th-12th

SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/vzUt4

1:00pm EDT

Spring Testing: Accountability Training: High School w/ 9-12 only

Ensure Data Managers, Counselors and Test Coordinators understand the policies regarding dropping students from EOC courses and the implications of doing so after the 10th day for semester courses or 20th day for year long courses. Provide course codes for EOC courses and reminders for online and Credit Recovery EOC courses.

Monday April 8, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Staff Development Center M8

Assessments-Data-Accountability, 9th-12th

SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/16xCR

2:30pm EDT

Spring Testing: NCEXTEND1 Training: SELECT High School w/ 9-12 only

Test coordinators will receive resources and training to be able to successfully plan for and complete the NCEXTEND 1 assessment.

Monday April 8, 2024 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M8

Assessments-Data-Accountability, 9th-12th

SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/ouVci

2:30pm EDT

Spring Testing: NCEXTEND1 Training: SELECT Elem; K-8; K-12; Middle & 6-12

Test coordinators will receive resources and training to be able to successfully plan for and administer the NCEXTEND 1 assessment.

Friday April 12, 2024 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M8

Assessments-Data-Accountability, 9th-12th

SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/sTvEq

2:00pm EDT

EC Dept. - The Science of Behavior

Tuesday April 16, 2024 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M8

Exceptional Children, K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, 9th-12th, Assistant, Technician

9:00am EDT

Data Collection & Analysis-All Instructional Staff

This session will introcduce best practices to collect meaningful behavioral data to make informed decisions.

Friday May 10, 2024 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Staff Development Center M8

Data Analysis, K-2nd, 3rd-5th

ATTENDANCE AND EVAL FORM https://t.ly/zT1HJ

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