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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.
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Monday, June 12
 

1:00pm LMT

IRIS: CSR: A Reading Comprehension | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Monday June 12, 226 1:00pm - 3:00pm LMT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This module outlines Collaborative Strategic Reading (CSR), a strategy for helping students to improve their reading comprehension skills. In CSR, students work together in small groups to apply comprehension strategies as they read text from a content area, such as social studies or science .
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Monday June 12, 226 1:00pm - 3:00pm LMT
Online
 
Tuesday, May 27
 

2:00pm EDT

Lead High School Counselors May Meeting | Facilitated by Student Support Services | | https://t.ly/mnYQ5
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Presenters: [email protected]
Location: https://t.ly/mnYQ5
Description: Professional development for Lead High School counselors will emphasize best practices for fostering academic excellence and ensuring a safe, healthy school environment. Participants will engage in targeted sessions and discussions aimed at supporting the whole child, focusing on strategies to enhance student achievement, promote well-being, and address the unique needs of high school students. This training will empower Lead High School Counselors with the leadership skills and resources needed to guide their teams effectively and make a positive impact on the overall student experience.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Student Wellness and Advocacy
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles:
Tuesday May 27, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Online
  *None (Non-Instructional), Student Wellness and Advocacy
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Friday, May 30
 

11:00am EDT

Club Boulevard for 2025-2026 | Facilitated by Club Boulevard Elementary | Club Boulevard Elementary | Club Boulevard Elementary
LIMITED
Friday May 30, 2025 11:00am - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Elizabeth Shearer | [email protected] | Leadership Coach
Location: Club Boulevard Elementary
Description: Principal, Assistant Principal will work with Leadership Coach to develop Club leadership framework - Bell to Bell Community and Bell to Bell Instruction
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistant Principals, Principals
Friday May 30, 2025 11:00am - 3:00pm EDT
Club Boulevard Elementary
 
Monday, June 2
 

8:00am EDT

Infinite Campus: ASYNCHRONOUS VIDEOS for Basic Navigation and Campus Instruction | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | | https://t.ly/X0-dx
Monday June 2, 2025 8:00am - 11:00am EDT
Presenters: [email protected]
Location: https://t.ly/X0-dx
Description: Educators and staff will learn the basics of attendance, grading and much more in the new Infinite Campus platform. You may watch these videos whenever you are able PRIOR to your live training.Ignore the date listed.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K,Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade,3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade,6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade,9th Grade, 10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles:
Monday June 2, 2025 8:00am - 11:00am EDT
Online

9:00am EDT

Infinite Campus: LIVE training with your Leader/ Teacher Leader | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | | https://t.ly/T6-HA
Monday June 2, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Presenters: [email protected]
Location: https://t.ly/T6-HA
Description: This is an in-person OR Online training with your school or department trainer to reinforce the basics of attendance, grading and much more in Infinite Campus.Participants MUST HAVE watched the asynchronous videos prior to this session.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K,Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade,3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade,6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade,9th Grade, 10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles:
Monday June 2, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Online
 
Wednesday, June 4
 

2:40pm EDT

George Watts Montessori Final Staff Meeting 2025 | Facilitated by George Watts Elementary School | | George Watts Montessori Magnet School Media Center
Wednesday June 4, 2025 2:40pm - 4:00pm EDT
Presenters: [email protected]
Location: George Watts Montessori Magnet School Media Center
Description: End of Year close out meeting
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Year End Close Out
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K,Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade,3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade,Assistant,Support
Targeted Roles:
Wednesday June 4, 2025 2:40pm - 4:00pm EDT
George Watts Montessori Magnet School Media Center

3:00pm EDT

EEST Meeting | Facilitated by Early Education | | Bacon Street 165
LIMITED
Wednesday June 4, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: [email protected]
Location: Bacon Street 165
Description: Early Education Support Team (EEST) provides training and support to preschool staff members serving students in the community.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles:
Wednesday June 4, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Bacon Street 165
 
Thursday, June 12
 

8:00am EDT

E.K. Powe Restorative Practices | Facilitated by E.K. Powe Elementary School | E.K. Powe Elementary School | E.K. Powe Elementary School
Thursday June 12, 2025 8:00am - 3:00pm EDT
Presenters: Sonya West | [email protected] | MTSS Specialist
Location: E.K. Powe Elementary School
Description: Restorative Practices One Day
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Thursday June 12, 2025 8:00am - 3:00pm EDT
E.K. Powe Elementary School

8:30am EDT

Part 1: Safe Schools training for Building Services personnel | Facilitated by Building Services | | TBD TBD
LIMITED
Thursday June 12, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: [email protected]
Location: TBD TBD
Description: Part 1: Safe Schools training for Building Services personnel
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Classified (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Instructional Grades:
Targeted Roles: Assistant,Assistant Director,Clerk,Coordinator,Director,Engineer,Group Leader,Manager,Mechanic,Project Manager,Supervisor,Support,Technician
Thursday June 12, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
TBD TBD

2:30pm EDT

2024-2025 Elementary ECF Monthly PLC-June | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | | Bacon Street TBA
LIMITED
Thursday June 12, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: [email protected]
Location: Bacon Street TBA
Description: During these monthly sessions, EC Facilitators will strengthen their knowledge as it relates to compliance and instruction. Facilitator's will develop the leadership skills needed to coach school teams and provide legal guidance as it relates to Exceptional Children's policies and procedures.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K,Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade,3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade
Targeted Roles:
Thursday June 12, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Bacon Street TBA
 
Friday, June 13
 

8:00am EDT

Registered Behavior Technician Course | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Open District-Wide |
LIMITED
Friday June 13, 2025 8:00am - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Presenter; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Presenter
Location:
Description: 40 hours course in applied behavior analysis. Upon completion of this course, you will not be an RBT unless you complete other requirements, however you will have the content knowledge to apply to your role.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Friday June 13, 2025 8:00am - 4:00pm EDT
Online

8:30am EDT

Part 2: Safe Schools training for Building Services personnel | Facilitated by Building Services | | TBD TBD
LIMITED
Friday June 13, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: [email protected]
Location: TBD TBD
Description: Part 2: Safe Schools training for Building Services personnel
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Classified (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Instructional Grades:
Targeted Roles: Assistant,Assistant Director,Clerk,Coordinator,Director,Engineer,Group Leader,Manager,Mechanic,Project Manager,Supervisor,Support,Technician
Friday June 13, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
TBD TBD

10:00am EDT

Cultivating Equity: Creating a Culturally Responsive Camp Environment | Facilitated by Equity | Community Education | Staff Development Center M1
LIMITED
Friday June 13, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Iwinosa Idahor | [email protected] | Equity; Keaundra Robinson | [email protected] | Equity
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: This session will focus on the following: Reflect on our identities and the identities of our campers; Explore the role and impact of implicit bias; Identify the characteristics and beliefs of a culturally responsive educator; Explore meaningful and effective ways to apply culturally responsive teaching strategies to enhance the experience of campers.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, Leadership, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Team Building, Equity
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Group Leaders
Friday June 13, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Staff Development Center M1
 
Monday, June 16
 

8:30am EDT

Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Initial 2-Day (Day 1) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children | Other... Old Northern High School (117 Wilkinson Road, Durham)
LIMITED
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Renee Ancora | [email protected] | Presenter; Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Presenter; Elaina Bradley | [email protected] | Presenter
Location: Other... Old Northern High School (117 Wilkinson Road, Durham)
Description: Staff will learn strategies to prevent problem behaviors, verbal deescalation skills, disengagement and holding skills, as a last resort.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Monday June 16, 2025 8:30am - 4:00pm EDT
Other... Old Northern High School (117 Wilkinson Road, Durham)

9:00am EDT

Summer Read-to-Achieve (RtA) Training | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Hamlin Road 110
LIMITED
Monday June 16, 2025 9:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Testing & Accountability Specialist; Nathan Hester | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability
Location: Hamlin Road 110
Description: To provide training for school-based Testing Coordinators (TC) on the administration of the Read to Achieve assessment for Grade 3 Summer Camp.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators
Monday June 16, 2025 9:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Hamlin Road 110
 
Tuesday, June 17
 

8:30am EDT

2025 Summer SPLASH | Culture Starts With Us: Insights and Inspiration from 'Of the Year' Educators on Building a Positive School Community | Facilitated by Professional Learning | Open District-Wide | Riverside High School Room 234
LIMITED
Tuesday June 17, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Jordan Halliday | [email protected] | Beginning Teacher of the Year; Alec Virgil | [email protected] | Teacher of the Year; Dr. Theresa McGowan | [email protected] | Principal of the Year; Dr. Quincey Farmer | [email protected] | Assistant Principal of the Year; Jerome Hallan | [email protected] | School Social Worker of the Year; Terez Qualls | [email protected] | Instructional Assistant of the Year; Crystal Laws | [email protected] | School Counselor of the Year
Location: Riverside High School Room 234
Description: All the premiere educators in Durham Public Schools come together to share insights and inspirations on the importance of Building a Positive School Culture. There will be a mix of "Ted" Talks, panel discussions, and activities to help participants create an action plan for building positive community in their own schools or departments.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, Communication Skills
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, *None (Non-Instructional), Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistant Directors, Assistant Superintendents, Coordinators, Directors, Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Mentors, Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, Speech Language Pathologists, Superintendents, Assistant Coordinators, Assistant Principals, Facilitators, Instructional Assistants, Itinerant Teachers, Physical Therapists, Principals, Psychologists, School Counselors, Specialists, Teachers
Tuesday June 17, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Riverside High School Room 234

8:30am EDT

2025 Summer SPLASH | Restorative Practices: You Can't Punish A Student Into Anything. | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Riverside High School Room B221
LIMITED
Tuesday June 17, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Ericka Boone | [email protected] | New Directions Center Coordinator; Melissa Watson | [email protected] | Director of Student Alternatives and Supports
Location: Riverside High School Room B221
Description: Moving away from “traditional” school discipline and toward restorative practices. This workshop will explore what that kind of shift can look like—in practical terms—inside our classrooms.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Equity, Increased Rigor, Social Emotional
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: Teachers
Tuesday June 17, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Riverside High School Room B221

8:30am EDT

2025 Summer SPLASH | Capturing Kids Heart - 2 day training: ONLY OPEN TO CKH Schools | Facilitated by Student Support Services | C.C. Spaulding Elementary; Carrington Middle School; Eastway Elementary School; Lakewood Elementary School; Murray-Massenburg
LIMITED
Tuesday June 17, 2025 8:30am - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Amy Miller | [email protected] | Director; Angelo DelliSanti | [email protected] | Vendor; Felicia Sledge | [email protected] | Specialist; Sonya West | [email protected] | specialist
Location: Riverside High School Room 242
Description: This is the 2 day session on Capturing Kids Hearts for untrained staff members at the following schools: Lowes Grove, Eastway, Burton, Lakewood Elem, Carrington, Murray-Massenburg, Oak Grove, YE Smith and CC Spaulding. If you are not on staff at these schools, your registration will be removed.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 7th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: Coordinators, Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Assistant Coordinators, Assistant Principals, Facilitators, Instructional Assistants, Principals, School Counselors, Specialists, Teachers
Tuesday June 17, 2025 8:30am - 4:00pm EDT
Riverside High School Room D240

8:30am EDT

Nonviolent Crisis Intervention - Initial 2-Day (Day2) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children | Other... Old Northern High School (117 Wilkinson Road, Durham)
LIMITED
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Renee Ancora | [email protected] | Presenter; Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Presenter; Elaina Bradley | [email protected] | Presenter
Location: Other... Old Northern High School (117 Wilkinson Road, Durham)
Description: Staff will learn strategies to prevent problem behaviors, verbal deescalation skills, disengagement and holding skills, as a last resort.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Tuesday June 17, 2025 8:30am - 4:00pm EDT
Other... Old Northern High School (117 Wilkinson Road, Durham)

1:00pm EDT

2025 Summer SPLASH | MTSS Behavior Strand Session 2: Restorative Practices - Proactive Relationship Building through an RP framework | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Riverside High School Room B221
LIMITED
Tuesday June 17, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Amy Miller | [email protected] | Director; Felicia Sledge | [email protected] | Specialist; Sonya West | [email protected] | Specialist
Location: Riverside High School Room B221
Description: This session will guide school teams through the use of a Restorative Practices Framework to systematically build community and relationships within a building. Community building circles, impromptu conversations and affective language will be taught for use with students, families and staff.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Health and Safety, MTSS
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 Directors, Assistant Superintendents, Coordinators, Directors, Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Mentors, Social Workers, Superintendents, Assistant Coordinators, Assistant Principals, Coaches, Facilitators, Instructional Assistants, Itinerant Teachers, Principals, Psychologists, School Counselors, Specialists, Teachers
Tuesday June 17, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Riverside High School Room B221

1:00pm EDT

2025 Summer SPLASH | Supervising for Success: Cultivating the Next Generation of Student Support Services Professionals | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Student Wellness and Advocacy | Riverside High School Room B220
Tuesday June 17, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Presenters: Gloria Sanchez | [email protected] | SEL/Mental Health Coordinator; Dr. Cherice Artis | [email protected] | School Counseling Coordinator; Kafi Hill | [email protected] | Lead School Social Worker; Kourt Royster | [email protected] | Mental Health Specialist; Tomeka Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Director of Student Wellness & Advocacy
Location: Riverside High School Room B220
Description: This session is designed for professional school counselors and school social workers who serve as field supervisors and mentees for interns and early-career professionals in student support services. Effective supervision is more than oversight—it’s a dynamic, reflective, and intentional process that shapes the professional identities of future practitioners. This session is REQUIRED for all staff who want to supervise an intern.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership, School Counselors, School Social Work, Student Wellness and Advocacy
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Social Workers, School Counselors
Tuesday June 17, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Riverside High School Room B220

1:00pm EDT

2025 Summer SPLASH | The Inpour- What are you pouring out from | Facilitated by Pearsontown Elementary School | Open District-Wide | Riverside High School Room C237
Tuesday June 17, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Presenters: Sparkle | [email protected] | Presenter
Location: Riverside High School Room C237
Description: This session will redirect teachers to pour into themselves before they can help someone else and consider how to recenter and refocus. What atmosphere are you creating for yourself and your students?
Subject Area(s): Healthful Living, *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional Learning, Culturally Responsive Practices, Leadership
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: Coordinators, Facilitators, Instructional Coaches, Teachers
Tuesday June 17, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Riverside High School Room C237
 
Wednesday, June 18
 

8:30am EDT

2025 Summer SPLASH | New Look, Same Mission: McKinney-Vento 2.0 | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Riverside High School Room A217
LIMITED
Wednesday June 18, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Ebony Ross | [email protected] | McKinney-Vento Coordinator; Deja Flythe | [email protected] | McKinney-Vento Social Worker; Martina Dunford | [email protected] | McKinney-Vento Youth Case Manager; Dr. Melissa Watson | [email protected] | 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
Wednesday June 18, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Riverside High School Room A217

8:30am EDT

2025 Summer SPLASH | Part II-Youth Mental Health First Aid Training for Staff and/or Teachers | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Riverside High School Room A210
FILLING
Wednesday June 18, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Limited Capacity filling up
Presenters: Gradesa Lockhart | [email protected] | Director
Location: Riverside High School Room A210
Description: Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring citizens how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health/addiction challenge or is in crisis. Youth Mental Health First Aid is primarily designed for adults who regularly interact with young people. The course introduces common mental health challenges for youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders including ADHD, and eating disorders. By the end of Part II of the course: Participants will be able to explain the appropriate steps of the YMHFA Action Plan (ALGEE) for non-crisis situations. Participants will be able to explain the appropriate steps of the YMHFA Action Plan (ALGEE) for crisis situations. Participants will be expected to complete the coursework in order to receive their official 3 year-credential from the National Council for Mental Wellbeing.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Health and Safety, Student Wellness and Advocacy
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Assistant Principals, Principals, Teachers
Wednesday June 18, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Riverside High School Room A210

8:30am EDT

2025 Summer SPLASH | The Inpour- What are you pouring out from | Facilitated by Pearsontown Elementary School | Open District-Wide | Riverside High School Room C237
Wednesday June 18, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Presenters: Sparkle | [email protected] | Presenter
Location: Riverside High School Room C237
Description: This session will redirect teachers to pour into themselves before they can help someone else and consider how to recenter and refocus. What atmosphere are you creating for yourself and your students?
Subject Area(s): Healthful Living, *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, Leadership
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: Coordinators, Instructional Coaches, Facilitators, Teachers
Wednesday June 18, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Riverside High School Room C237

8:30am EDT

2025 Summer SPLASH | Capturing Kids Heart - 2 day training: ONLY OPEN TO CKH Schools | Facilitated by Student Support Services | C.C. Spaulding Elementary; Carrington Middle School; Eastway Elementary School; Lakewood Elementary School; Murray-Massenburg
LIMITED
Wednesday June 18, 2025 8:30am - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Amy Miller | [email protected] | Director; Angelo DelliSanti | [email protected] | Vendor; Felicia Sledge | [email protected] | Specialist; Sonya West | [email protected] | Specialist
Location: Riverside High School Room 242
Description: This is the 2 day session on Capturing Kids Hearts for untrained staff members at the following schools: Lowes Grove, Eastway, Burton, Lakewood Elem, Carrington, Murray-Massenburg, Oak Grove, YE Smith and CC Spaulding. If you are not on staff at these schools, your registration will be removed.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 7th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: Coordinators, Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Assistant Coordinators, Assistant Principals, Facilitators, Instructional Assistants, Principals, School Counselors, Specialists, Teachers
Wednesday June 18, 2025 8:30am - 4:00pm EDT
Riverside High School Room D240

8:30am EDT

Behavior Threat Assessment | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Principal Supervisors | Staff Development Center M1
Wednesday June 18, 2025 8:30am - 4:00pm EDT
Presenters: Tomeka _Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Director; Michelle Hodges Guarino | [email protected] | Asst Director-Programs, NC Center for Safer Schools; Laverne Mattocks-Perry | [email protected] | Sr. Executive Director SSS
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: Training will include Building a required BTAM implementation and monitoring team (as required in HB 605), Understanding Behavioral Threats, Risk Factors and Warning Signs, Assessment Protocols, Team Approach and Requirements, Intervention and Monitoring, Legal and Ethical Considerations, and Safety & Intervention Planning. The training will also discuss the implementation and monitoring of the fidelity of behavioral threat assessments.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Safety, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Security
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Assistant Principals, Principals
Wednesday June 18, 2025 8:30am - 4:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M1

8:30am EDT

Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Refresher 1-Day | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children | Other... Old Northern High School (117 Wilkinson Road, Durham)
LIMITED
Wednesday June 18, 2025 8:30am - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Renee Ancora | [email protected] | Presenter; Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Presenter; Elaina Bradley | [email protected] | Presenter
Location: Other... Old Northern High School (117 Wilkinson Road, Durham)
Description: Staff will learn strategies to prevent problem behaviors, verbal deescalation skills, disengagement and holding skills, as a last resort.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday June 18, 2025 8:30am - 4:00pm EDT
Other... Old Northern High School (117 Wilkinson Road, Durham)

1:00pm EDT

2025 Summer SPLASH | Trauma Informed Schools | Facilitated by Student Wellness and Advocacy | Open District-Wide | Riverside High School Room A219
LIMITED
Wednesday June 18, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Gloria Sanchez | [email protected] | SEL & Mental Health Coordinator
Location: Riverside High School Room A219
Description: Trauma-informed school training will teach staff the knowledge, skills, and mindset to create a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment for all students, particularly those who may have experienced trauma. This involves understanding the impact of trauma on learning and behavior, recognizing trauma symptoms, and implementing evidence-based practices to promote healing and resilience.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Communication Skills, Social Emotional, Culturally Responsive Practices
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Assistant Principals, Coaches, Instructional Assistants, Coordinators, Facilitators, Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Mentors, Teachers
Wednesday June 18, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Riverside High School Room A219
 
Tuesday, July 8
 

9:00am EDT

Navigating Change using the Crucial Conversation Model for School Improvement | Facilitated by Curriculum and Instruction | Open District-Wide |
LIMITED
Tuesday July 8, 2025 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Cicily A. McCrimmon | [email protected] | Director of Humanities
Location:
Description: Using the Crucial Conversations for Mastering Dialogue Framework as a guide, participants will engage in discourse with colleagues to support their success in using the 7 Steps to Mastering Difficult Conversations with Staff.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership, Communication Skills, Effective Feedback Strategies
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Tuesday July 8, 2025 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Online
  *None (Non-Instructional), Leadership, Communication Skills, Effective Feedback Strategies
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9:00am EDT

Building SEL Foundations for Safer Schools | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center
Tuesday July 8, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Presenters: Dr. Gradesa Lockhart | [email protected] | Director STOP Grant
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: This session equips educators with a clear understanding of Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and its connection to Restorative Practices. Participants will define SEL, explore the five core competencies in practice, and learn how to use SEL to identify and respond to student needs. The session includes pre/post assessments and practical strategies that support school safety and student well-being.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Tuesday July 8, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Staff Development Center

9:00am EDT

Option 1: Beginning of Grade 3 (BOG3)- Year-Round Only | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Eastway Elementary School; Holt Elementary School; Hope Valley Elementary School; Easley Elementary School; Oak Grove Elementary School; Pearsontown Elem
LIMITED
Tuesday July 8, 2025 9:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Testing & Accountability Specialist
Location: Hamlin Road 110
Description: To provide training for school-based staff on the administration of Beginning-of-Grade 3 ELA/Reading Assessment (BOG3).
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: 3rd Grade, *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators
Tuesday July 8, 2025 9:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Hamlin Road 110

1:00pm EDT

Maximizing Your Student Support Services Team | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Bacon Street 54
LIMITED
Tuesday July 8, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Tomeka Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Director; Regina Blackmon | [email protected] | Lead Nurse; Dr. Cherice Artis | [email protected] | Coordinator; Gloria Sanchez | [email protected] | Coordinator; Kourt Royster | [email protected] | Specialist; Laverne Mattocks-Perry | [email protected] | Senior Executive Director
Location: Bacon Street 54
Description: Differentiate the unique focus areas of each student support services team member Articulate strategies that can be used to create strong school-level student services teams Describe how key focus areas for student support services staff intersect and complement each other Identify opportunities for monitoring, observation, and evaluation of student services staff Connect the daily work activities of student services staff to DPS Strategic Plan Goals and school."
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership, School Counselors, School Social Work, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Standards Aligned Instruction
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 Superintendents, Coordinators, Directors, Instructional Coaches, Social Workers, Superintendents, Assistant Coordinators, Assistant Principals, Data Managers, Facilitators, Nurses, Principals, Psychologists, School Counselors
Tuesday July 8, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Bacon Street 54
 
Wednesday, July 9
 

8:00am EDT

Excellence Through Equity: A Path to Better Outcomes for Students (NTO) | Facilitated by Equity | Open District-Wide | Shepard Middle School TBD
LIMITED
Wednesday July 9, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Keaundra Robinson | [email protected] | Equity Lead & Strategy Coordinator; Iwinosa Idahor | [email protected] | Executive Director of EA & PE
Location: Shepard Middle School TBD
Description: Articulate a district wide, shared understanding of equity and its impact on student outcomes; Review evidence supporting the ongoing need to address issues of equity in DPS; Consider the impact that our backgrounds and identities have on us and our relationships with students and families.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Equity
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday July 9, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Shepard Middle School TBD

1:00pm EDT

Restorative Practices District Leadership Team Meeting | Facilitated by Student Support Services | | Bacon Street 54
LIMITED
Wednesday July 9, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: [email protected]
Location: Bacon Street 54
Description: Expand and sustain RP in DPS
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades:
Targeted Roles: Leadership,Administrator,Coordinator,Director
Wednesday July 9, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Bacon Street 54
 
Thursday, July 10
 

9:00am EDT

Planning for MTSS Systems that Work | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Bacon Street 54
LIMITED
Thursday July 10, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Amy Miller | [email protected] | Director; Felicia Sledge | [email protected] | Specialist; Sonya West | [email protected] | Specialist; Laverne Mattocks-Perry | [email protected] | Senior Executive Director
Location: Bacon Street 54
Description: School Leaders will be exposed to various approaches to planning systems that will support and sustain MTSS in their schools. They will leave with an understanding of developing an implementation plan for an effective and efficient MTSS at their school.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Leads, Assistant Principals, Coaches, Facilitators, Principals
Thursday July 10, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Bacon Street 54

1:00pm EDT

Equity 101 (Amplified): Transforming School & Classroom Culture Through Equitable Learning Environments | Facilitated by Equity | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M9
LIMITED
Thursday July 10, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Iwinosa Idahor | [email protected] | Equity Affairs; Keaundra Robinson | [email protected] | Equity Affairs
Location: Staff Development Center M9
Description: Articulate a district wide, common understanding of equity and its impact on student outcomes; Identify the historical root causes of systemic inequities; Reduce the impact of implicit bias by understanding the urgency of  building inclusive relationships.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, Leadership, Social Emotional, Communication Skills, Equity, Student-Centered Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Instructional Coaches, Assistant Principals, Principals
Thursday July 10, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M9
  *None (Non-Instructional), Culturally Responsive Practices, Leadership, Social Emotional, Communication Skills, Equity, Student-Centered Learning
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Monday, July 14
 

7:45am EDT

Easley - Staff Kick Off | Facilitated by Easley Elementary School | Easley Elementary School | Easley Elementary School Cafteria/Gym
Monday July 14, 2025 7:45am - 2:00pm EDT
Presenters: Rob Jones | [email protected] | Instructional Coach; Jennifer Hauser | [email protected] | Principal; Farrah Boggan | [email protected] | Asst. Principal
Location: Easley Elementary School Cafteria/Gym
Description: Staff will focus on the school's 25-26 theme of "Together We Can...", looking at joy, growth, and educator wellbeing.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Coaching and Mentoring, Culturally Responsive Practices, Leadership, MTSS, Curriculum and Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Monday July 14, 2025 7:45am - 2:00pm EDT
Easley Elementary School Cafteria/Gym

8:30am EDT

REQUIRED FOR CNS MANAGERS: Respect and Sensitivity in the Workplace: Creating a Culture of Inclusion | Facilitated by Human Resources | School Nutrition Services | Other... OLD Northern; 117 Tim Wilkinson Road
LIMITED
Monday July 14, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Ayesha Hunter | [email protected] | SED Human Resources; Robin Brooks | [email protected] | Asst. Director Child Nutrition Services; Terry Phillips | [email protected] | Director, Human Resources
Location: Other... OLD Northern; 117 Tim Wilkinson Road
Description: Respect and Sensitivity in the Workplace: Creating a Culture of Inclusion
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership, Team Building, Communication Skills, Human Resources
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Managers
Monday July 14, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Other... OLD Northern; 117 Tim Wilkinson Road

10:00am EDT

Character Strong Rogers-Herr Training | Facilitated by Rogers-Herr Middle School | Rogers-Herr Middle School |
LIMITED
Monday July 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Gloria Sanchez | [email protected] | SEL & MH Coordinator
Location:
Description: Curriculum Training
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: Social Workers, School Counselors, Teachers
Monday July 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Online

10:00am EDT

Move This World Holt Elementary Training | Facilitated by Student Wellness and Advocacy | Holt Elementary School |
LIMITED
Monday July 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Gloria Sanchez | [email protected] | SEL & MH Coordinator
Location:
Description: MTW Curriculum Training
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Social Workers, School Counselors, Teachers
Monday July 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

Move This World Oak Grove Training | Facilitated by Student Wellness and Advocacy | Oak Grove Elementary School |
LIMITED
Monday July 14, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Gloria Sanchez | [email protected] | SEL & MH Coordinator
Location:
Description: MTW Curriculum Training
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Social Workers, School Counselors, Teachers
Monday July 14, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Online

2:30pm EDT

Move This World W.G. Pearson Training | Facilitated by Student Wellness and Advocacy | W.G. Pearson Elementary School |
LIMITED
Monday July 14, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Gloria Sanchez | [email protected] | SEL & MH Coordinator
Location:
Description: SEL Curriculum Training
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Social Workers, School Counselors, Teachers
Monday July 14, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Online
 
Tuesday, July 15
 

8:00am EDT

TIP-Year Round Kick-off | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Jordan High School
LIMITED
Tuesday July 15, 2025 8:00am - 9:30am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Kourtney | [email protected] | Well-being Specialist
Location: Jordan High School
Description: Trauma informed practices training for year round kick off
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Tuesday July 15, 2025 8:00am - 9:30am EDT
Jordan High School

9:00am EDT

Trauma Informed Practices | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Bacon Street 54
FILLING
Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Limited Capacity filling up
Presenters: Dr. Laverne Mattocks-Perry | [email protected] | Senior Executive Director; Tomeka Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Director
Location: Bacon Street 54
Description: This session will focus on: prevalence of trauma and chronic stress in schools; impacts of acute (i.e., recent) and chronic (i.e., ongoing) trauma and stress on the brain, body, and functioning of students and school personnel; understanding that behavior is a form of communication; school practices for responding to and/or preventing trauma reactions and promoting feelings of safety, competency, and connection for improved school functioning; and how to implement stress and trauma-informed practices to promote resilience in the broader school workforce.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership, Communication Skills
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: Superintendents, Principals
Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Bacon Street 54

9:00am EDT

Option 2: Beginning of Grade 3 (BOG3)- Year-Round Only | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Eastway Elementary School; Holt Elementary School; Hope Valley Elementary School; Easley Elementary School; Oak Grove Elementary School; Pearsontown Elem
LIMITED
Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Testing & Accountability Specialist
Location: Hamlin Road 105
Description: To provide training for school-based staff on the administration of Beginning-of-Grade 3 ELA/Reading Assessment (BOG3).
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: 3rd Grade, *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators
Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Hamlin Road 105

1:00pm EDT

Summer Credit-by-Demonstrated Mastery (CDM) - End-of-Course (EOC) = SELECT SCHOOLS ONLY | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Hamlin Road 105
LIMITED
Tuesday July 15, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments $ Accountability
Location: Hamlin Road 105
Description: If TCs have students from their schools who register for CDM, they will need to attend this training to prepare for administering the EOC. TCs will be notified in advance if they have students to sign up.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Tuesday July 15, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Hamlin Road 105

1:00pm EDT

Summer End-of-Course (EOC) Training | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Hamlin Road 105
LIMITED
Tuesday July 15, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Testing & Accountability Specialist
Location: Hamlin Road 105
Description: To provide training for school-based Testing Coordinators (TC) on the administration of the End-of-Course (EOC) assessment for summer courses.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators
Tuesday July 15, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Hamlin Road 105

1:00pm EDT

YL Kick Off School Counselors NC Student Success Standards Implementation | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Student Support Services | Jordan High School 102
LIMITED
Tuesday July 15, 2025 1:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Cherice Artis | [email protected] | School Counseling Coordinator; Tomeka Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Student Wellness and Advocacy Director
Location: Jordan High School 102
Description: Participants will apply a four-step implementation process to align school counseling services with the North Carolina Student Success Standards. Through peer collaboration, counselors will analyze data, select relevant standards, and design measurable student learning objectives. Participants will also evaluate and rank intervention strategies based on delivery tier, appropriateness to the school counseling role, and potential student impact. The session will conclude with the development of an actionable plan to strengthen student achievement, postsecondary readiness, and social-emotional growth.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Counselors
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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: School Counselors
Tuesday July 15, 2025 1:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Jordan High School 102
 
Wednesday, July 16
 

12:00pm EDT

EC Facilitator Leadership Institute Day 1 | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children | Staff Development Center M-9
Wednesday July 16, 2025 12:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Presenters: Kristin Bell | [email protected] | EC Executive Director; Wendy Vavrousek | [email protected] | EC Director; Ken Hill | [email protected] | EC Director; April Washington | [email protected] | EC Director; Hannah Hribar | [email protected] | ECF Lead; Ajalyn Baker | [email protected] | ECF Lead
Location: Staff Development Center M-9
Description: EC Facilitators will participate in resetting, refocusing, reigniting expectations and planning for 2025-26 school year.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership
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: Facilitators
Wednesday July 16, 2025 12:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M-9
 
Thursday, July 17
 

9:00am EDT

Planning EL Supports within your SIP | Facilitated by English as a Second Language | School Leadership | https://t.ly/vaDfx
LIMITED
Thursday July 17, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Sashi Rayasam | [email protected] | Director of K-12 English Learner Services; Katelin McClure | [email protected] | Instructional Facilitator
Location: https://t.ly/vaDfx
Description: This session is to introduce school administrators to the EL Alignment with the 12 Key indicators on NC Star and using ACCESS and EOG/EOC Data to plan on EL Support for 2025-2026.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): English Learner Services, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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, Principals
Thursday July 17, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Online

9:30am EDT

ECF July Monthly Meeting | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | | Bacon Street TBA
LIMITED
Thursday July 17, 2025 9:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: [email protected]
Location: Bacon Street TBA
Description: During these monthly sessions, EC Facilitators will strengthen their knowledge as it relates to compliance and instruction. Facilitator's will develop the leadership skills needed to coach school teams and provide legal guidance as it relates to Exceptional Children's policies and procedures.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K,Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade,3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade
Targeted Roles:
Thursday July 17, 2025 9:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Bacon Street TBA

12:00pm EDT

EC Facilitator Leadership Institute Day 2 | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children | Staff Development Center M-9
Thursday July 17, 2025 12:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Presenters: Kristin Bell | [email protected] | EC Executive Director; Wendy Vavrousek | [email protected] | EC Director; Ken Hill | [email protected] | EC Director; Krista Saunders | [email protected] | EC Director; April Washington | [email protected] | EC Director; Hannah Hribar | [email protected] | ECF Lead; Ajalyn Baker | [email protected] | ECF Lead
Location: Staff Development Center M-9
Description: EC Facilitators will participate in resetting, refocusing, reigniting expectations and planning for 2025-26 school year.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership
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: Facilitators
Thursday July 17, 2025 12:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M-9

1:00pm EDT

Cohort Graduation Rate (CGR) | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | School Leadership | https://t.ly/8bnA8
Thursday July 17, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Presenters: Dr. Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments and Accountability; Dr. Albert Royster | [email protected] | Executive Director, Research & Accountability; Amy Bass | [email protected] | District Records Technician
Location: https://t.ly/8bnA8
Description: Attendees will learn about the CGR process and how to improve outcomes for high schools.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Principals
Thursday July 17, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

What School Administrators Need to Know and Be Able to do to Support Beginning and Alternatively Licensed Teachers | Facilitated by Beginning Teachers Program | School Leadership | Staff Development Center M9
LIMITED
Thursday July 17, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Laura Soldevilla | [email protected] | Beginning Teacher Mentor
Location: Staff Development Center M9
Description: In this session participants will learn about legal and policy driven requirements.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Coaching and Mentoring, Beginning Teachers
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, Principals
Thursday July 17, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M9
 
Tuesday, July 22
 

1:00pm EDT

DPS Teaching and Learning Coach Program Overview | Facilitated by Professional Learning | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/xyHpD
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Presenters: Lori McNulty | [email protected] | Director
Location: https://t.ly/xyHpD
Description: Learn more about DPS's Transformational Coaching model, the role of the Teaching and Learning Coach and how you can maximize their outcomes.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Coaching and Mentoring
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Directors, Assistant Principals, Coaches, Principals
Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online
 
Wednesday, July 23
 

9:00am EDT

Planning for MTSS Systems that Work | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Bacon Street 54
LIMITED
Wednesday July 23, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Felicia Sledge | [email protected] | Specialist; Sonya West | [email protected] | Specialist; Laverne Mattocks-Perry | [email protected] | Senior Executive Director
Location: Bacon Street 54
Description: School Leaders will be exposed to various approaches to planning systems that will support and sustain MTSS in their schools. They will leave with an understanding of developing an implementation plan for an effective and efficient MTSS at their school.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Leads, Assistant Principals, Coaches, Facilitators, Principals
Wednesday July 23, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Bacon Street 54
 
Thursday, July 24
 

8:00am EDT

2024 NCASBO Summer Conference | Facilitated by Financial Services | | Other...
Thursday July 24, 2025 8:00am - 5:00pm EDT
Presenters: [email protected]
Location: Other...
Description: Attend five (5) content-focused sessions presented by topic experts. - SESSION 1: Salary to Hourly Classified: The Process, Wins & Losses :: SESSION 2: Contracted Subs: What You Need to Know :: SESSION 3: Lunch & Learn with Elleka Yost:: SESSION 4: How to Prepare Financial Audit :: SESSION 5: ESSER Audits
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Budgeting
Targeted Instructional Grades:
Targeted Roles: Administrator,Analyst,Director,Manager
Thursday July 24, 2025 8:00am - 5:00pm EDT
Other...

1:00pm EDT

What School Administrators Need to Know and Be Able to do to Support Beginning and Alternatively Licensed Teachers | Facilitated by Beginning Teachers Program | School Leadership | https://t.ly/Qw1e9
LIMITED
Thursday July 24, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Laura Soldevilla | [email protected] | Beginning Teacher Mentor; Steven Gupton | [email protected] | Beginning Teacher Mentor
Location: https://t.ly/Qw1e9
Description: In this session participants will learn about legal and policy driven requirements.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Coaching and Mentoring, Beginning Teachers
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, Principals
Thursday July 24, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

2:00pm EDT

CISS: Initial Goal Setting | Facilitated by School Leadership | Open District-Wide |
LIMITED
Thursday July 24, 2025 2:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Chanel Sidbury | [email protected] | Facilitator; Ashley Stephens | [email protected] | Facilitator
Location:
Description: A work session with school leadership teams and central services staff to reflect on prior year data, set goals, and priorities for the year. This ensures there is clear alignment between district and school goals.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership
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, Principals
Thursday July 24, 2025 2:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
 
Tuesday, July 29
 

9:00am EDT

Components of a Licensed/Exemplary Preschool Classroom | Facilitated by Early Education | Early Education |
Tuesday July 29, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Presenters: April Washington | [email protected] | EC PreK Director; Tina Clayton | [email protected] | Interim Director of Early Learning
Location:
Description: Using the preschool walkthrough forms, participants will evaluate the components of an exemplary classroom. This will include the classroom structure, environment requirements, and instructional practices.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Curriculum and Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Tuesday July 29, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Online

9:00am EDT

Components of a Licensed/Exemplary Preschool Classroom | Facilitated by Early Education | Early Education | Eastway Elementary School PreK Classrooms
Tuesday July 29, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Presenters: April Washington | [email protected] | EC PreK Director; Tina Clayton | [email protected] | Interim Director of Early Learning; LaToya McCrimmon | [email protected] | Whitted School Coordinator
Location: Eastway Elementary School PreK Classrooms
Description: Using the preschool walkthrough forms, participants will evaluate the components of an exemplary classroom. This will include the classroom structure, environment requirements, and instructional practices.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, ELA , *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional, Curriculum and Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Instructional Coaches, Assistant Principals, Facilitators, Principals
Tuesday July 29, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Eastway Elementary School PreK Classrooms

1:00pm EDT

NCTest- Getting Reports | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | School Leadership | https://t.ly/CywwG
Tuesday July 29, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Presenters: Dr. Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability; Dr. Albert Royster | [email protected] | Executive Director, Research & Accountability
Location: https://t.ly/CywwG
Description: This session will assist principals with getting their accounts setup as well as accessing data reports for their school. Prior to attending, if participants do not already have an account, they must setup their account using their DPS email address with the underscore and follow the instructions for Two Factor Authentication using the session materials.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Assistant Superintendents, Assistant Principals, Principals
Tuesday July 29, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online
 
Wednesday, July 30
 

9:00am EDT

Benchmarks: Tracker Set-up - Year Round Calendar | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Hamlin Road Room 110
LIMITED
Wednesday July 30, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability
Location: Hamlin Road Room 110
Description: To provide training for school-based Testing Coordinators (TC) on setting up trackers in Mastery Connect.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators, Benchmark Test Coordinators
Wednesday July 30, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Hamlin Road Room 110

9:00am EDT

Planning for MTSS Systems that Work | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Bacon Street 54
LIMITED
Wednesday July 30, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Felicia Sledge | [email protected] | Specialist; Sonya West | [email protected] | Specialist; Laverne Mattocks-Perry | [email protected] | Senior Executive Director
Location: Bacon Street 54
Description: School Leaders will be exposed to various approaches to planning systems that will support and sustain MTSS in their schools. They will leave with an understanding of developing an implementation plan for an effective and efficient MTSS at their school.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Leads, Assistant Principals, Coaches, Facilitators, Principals
Wednesday July 30, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Bacon Street 54

11:00am EDT

Work Session: EOC Course Codes, 10-20 Day Drop, Credit Recovery, Online- Year-Round Only | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Hamlin Road 110
LIMITED
Wednesday July 30, 2025 11:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Testing & Accountability Specialist
Location: Hamlin Road 110
Description: To provide training on the processes for ensuring students are enrolled and dropped properly from EOC courses.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Data Managers, School Counselors, Test Coordinators
Wednesday July 30, 2025 11:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Hamlin Road 110
 
Thursday, July 31
 

9:00am EDT

Integrating Restorative Practices, SEL, and Trauma-Informed Leadership | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center
LIMITED
Thursday July 31, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Gradesa Lockhart | [email protected] | Director STOP Violence Grant
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: This session will deepen school leaders’ understanding of stress and trauma, their impact on student well-being, and their prevalence in K–12 settings. Participants will explore how trauma affects brain development, sensory processing, and behavior, and will examine the long-term physical and mental health impacts. Participants will understand the role of restorative practices in responding to trauma and rebuilding relationships in school communities. Pre- and post-assessments will measure growth, with a focus on applying trauma-informed strategies to support safer, more responsive school environments.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Thursday July 31, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Staff Development Center

9:00am EDT

Maximizing Your Student Support Services Team | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | https://bit.ly/4nwRM1u
Thursday July 31, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Presenters: Tomeka Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Director; Regina Blackmon | [email protected] | Lead Nurse; Dr. Cherice Artis | [email protected] | Coordinator; Gloria Sanchez | [email protected] | Coordinator; Kourt Royster | [email protected] | Specialist; Laverne Mattocks-Perry | [email protected] | Senior Executive Director
Location: https://bit.ly/4nwRM1u
Description: Differentiate the unique focus areas of each student support services team member Articulate strategies that can be used to create strong school-level student services teams Describe how key focus areas for student support services staff intersect and complement each other Identify opportunities for monitoring, observation, and evaluation of student services staff Connect the daily work activities of student services staff to DPS Strategic Plan Goals and school."
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership, School Counselors, School Social Work, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Standards Aligned Instruction
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 Superintendents, Coordinators, Directors, Instructional Coaches, Social Workers, Superintendents, Assistant Coordinators, Assistant Principals, Data Managers, Facilitators, Nurses, Principals, Psychologists, School Counselors
Thursday July 31, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Online

9:00am EDT

Planning for MTSS Systems that Work | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/HJ9jh
LIMITED
Thursday July 31, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Amy Miller | [email protected] | Director; Felicia Sledge | [email protected] | Specialist; Sonya West | [email protected] | Specialist; Laverne Mattocks-Perry | [email protected] | Senior Executive Director
Location: https://t.ly/HJ9jh
Description: School Leaders will be exposed to various approaches to planning systems that will support and sustain MTSS in their schools. They will leave with an understanding of developing an implementation plan for an effective and efficient MTSS at their school.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Leads, Assistant Principals, Coaches, Facilitators, Principals
Thursday July 31, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Online
  *None (Non-Instructional), MTSS
 
Monday, August 4
 

2:00pm EDT

CISS: Initial Goal Setting | Facilitated by School Leadership | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center
LIMITED
Monday August 4, 2025 2:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Chanel Sidbury | [email protected] | Facilitator; Ashley Stephens | [email protected] | Facilitator
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: A work session with school leadership teams and central services staff to reflect on prior year data, set goals, and priorities for the year. This ensures there is clear alignment between district and school goals.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership
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, Principals
Monday August 4, 2025 2:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center
 
Tuesday, August 5
 

9:00am EDT

Infinite Campus Overview | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M1
LIMITED
Tuesday August 5, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Al Royster | [email protected] | Executive Director of Research & Accountability; David (Nelson) Surles | [email protected] | Director of Data Integration & Accountability; Priscilla Thompson | [email protected] | Student Information Systems Coordinator
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: General overview; how to find student information; processes and features principals should be aware of
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): PowerSchool-Infinite Campus
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Assistant Superintendents, Directors, Superintendents, Assistant Principals, Principals
Tuesday August 5, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Staff Development Center M1

9:00am EDT

MTSS Facilitators Monthly PD (Year Round) | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Student Support Services | Staff Development Center M7
Tuesday August 5, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Presenters: Felicia Sledge | [email protected] | MTSS Specialist; Amy Miller | [email protected] | IABS Director
Location: Staff Development Center M7
Description: MTSS-Fs will gather with the IABS Department for professional development and implementation support.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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: Facilitators
Tuesday August 5, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M7

12:00pm EDT

CISS: Initial Goal Setting | Facilitated by School Leadership | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center
FILLING
Tuesday August 5, 2025 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity filling up
Presenters: Chanel Sidbury | [email protected] | Facilitator; Ashley Stephens | [email protected] | Facilitator
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: A work session with school leadership teams and central services staff to reflect on prior year data, set goals, and priorities for the year. This ensures there is clear alignment between district and school goals.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership
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, Principals
Tuesday August 5, 2025 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center

1:00pm EDT

Modeling Equitable Practices with Culturally Responsive Teaching | Facilitated by Equity | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M9
LIMITED
Tuesday August 5, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Iwinosa Idahor | [email protected] | Equity Affairs; Keaundra Robinson | [email protected] | Equity Affairs
Location: Staff Development Center M9
Description: This session focuses on sharing instructional strategies that promote access and opportunity for all students and also encourage participants to consider the factors that influence culturally responsive instruction.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, Increased Rigor, Equity, Student-Centered Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Instructional Coaches, Assistant Principals, Principals
Tuesday August 5, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M9
  *None (Non-Instructional), Culturally Responsive Practices, Increased Rigor, Equity, Student-Centered Learning
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Thursday, August 7
 

1:00pm EDT

Interpretation and Translation Services | Facilitated by Classified | Open District-Wide | Hillside High School Room 205
LIMITED
Thursday August 7, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Anayeli Mogoyan | [email protected] | Coordinator
Location: Hillside High School Room 205
Description: Staff will learn how to request interpretation and translation services and best practices for working with an interpreter.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Customer Service, Communication Skills
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Thursday August 7, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Hillside High School Room 205
 
Monday, August 11
 

8:30am EDT

New Coach Onboarding | Facilitated by Professional Learning | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M9
Monday August 11, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Presenters: Beth Spataro | [email protected] | Specialist
Location: Staff Development Center M9
Description: New Coaches will learn the DPS Transformational Coaching Model
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Coaching and Mentoring
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Coaches
Monday August 11, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Staff Development Center M9

8:30am EDT

Restorative Practices for School Leaders- Day 1 | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M8
LIMITED
Monday August 11, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Amy Miller | [email protected] | Director; Laverne Mattocks-Perry | [email protected] | Senior Executive Director
Location: Staff Development Center M8
Description: Join us for a 1.5-day Restorative Practices training that will focus on the specific needs of administrators within Durham Public Schools.Designed to complement the district-wide rollout of Restorative Practices, this training is designed with you in mind to ensure Principals and Assistant Principals have both expertise and strategies for effective implementation.This dynamic and interactive training will include essential frameworks, opportunities for meaningful connection with other school leaders in DPS, modules for schoolwide assessment and implementation, and opportunities to practice. Our training will be led by Peaceful Schools NC, a national school climate initiative based here in Durham, led by educators, for educators. Through intentional collaboration and programming, Peaceful Schools NC provides strategies for building and sustaining positive relationships within school communities so that all members can thrive.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Assistant Principals, Principals
Monday August 11, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Staff Development Center M8

9:00am EDT

Option 1: Beginning of Grade 3 (BOG3)- Traditional Calendar Elementary Schools | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Hamlin Road 110
FILLING
Monday August 11, 2025 9:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity filling up
Presenters: Dr. Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Testing & Accountability Specialist
Location: Hamlin Road 110
Description: To provide training for school-based staff on the administration of Beginning-of-Grade 3 ELA/Reading Assessment (BOG3).
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: 3rd Grade, *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators
Monday August 11, 2025 9:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Hamlin Road 110

1:30pm EDT

Option 1: Fall RtA- Traditional Calendar and Year-Round Elementary Schools | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Hamlin Road 110
FILLING
Monday August 11, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity filling up
Presenters: Dr. Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Testing & Accountability Specialist
Location: Hamlin Road 110
Description: To provide training for school-based Testing Coordinators (TC) on the administration of the Fall Read-to-Achieve Alternate Assessment.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: 3rd Grade, *None (Non-Instructional), 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators
Monday August 11, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Hamlin Road 110

2:30pm EDT

Option 1: Grade 3 Portfolio - Traditional Calendar and Year-Round Elementary Schools | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Hamlin Road 110
FILLING
Monday August 11, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity filling up
Presenters: Dr. Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Testing & Accountability Specialist
Location: Hamlin Road 110
Description: To ensure the effective and efficient implementation of the Grade 3 Student Reading Portfolio throughout the school year.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: 3rd Grade, *None (Non-Instructional), 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators
Monday August 11, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Hamlin Road 110
 
Tuesday, August 12
 

8:00am EDT

Club Blvd. MTSS Meetings | Facilitated by Club Boulevard Elementary | Club Boulevard Elementary | Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center
LIMITED
Tuesday August 12, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: jasmine holloway | [email protected] | T&L Coach; Jennifer Hall | [email protected] | admin; Amanda Redmond | [email protected] | admine
Location: Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center
Description: The teachers serving on the leadership team will meet to discuss the school's most pressing needs. During these meetings, they will ask thoughtful questions, share feedback from their grade-level teams, and contribute valuable teacher input to help guide schoolwide decision-making.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Tuesday August 12, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center

8:30am EDT

Restorative Practices for School Leaders- Day 2 | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M8
LIMITED
Tuesday August 12, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Amy Miller | [email protected] | Director; Laverne Mattocks-Perry | [email protected] | Senior Executive Director
Location: Staff Development Center M8
Description: Join us for a 1.5-day Restorative Practices training that will focus on the specific needs of administrators within Durham Public Schools.Designed to complement the district-wide rollout of Restorative Practices, this training is designed with you in mind to ensure Principals and Assistant Principals have both expertise and strategies for effective implementation.This dynamic and interactive training will include essential frameworks, opportunities for meaningful connection with other school leaders in DPS, modules for schoolwide assessment and implementation, and opportunities to practice. Our training will be led by Peaceful Schools NC, a national school climate initiative based here in Durham, led by educators, for educators. Through intentional collaboration and programming, Peaceful Schools NC provides strategies for building and sustaining positive relationships within school communities so that all members can thrive.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Assistant Principals, Principals
Tuesday August 12, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Staff Development Center M8
 
Wednesday, August 13
 

8:00am EDT

Club Blvd. ILT Meetings | Facilitated by Club Boulevard Elementary | Club Boulevard Elementary | Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center
LIMITED
Wednesday August 13, 2025 8:00am - 10:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: jasmine holloway | [email protected] | T&L Coach; Jennifer Hall | [email protected] | admin; Amanda Redmond | [email protected] | admine
Location: Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center
Description: The teachers serving on the leadership team will meet to discuss the school's most pressing needs. During these meetings, they will ask thoughtful questions, share feedback from their grade-level teams, and contribute valuable teacher input to help guide schoolwide decision-making.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday August 13, 2025 8:00am - 10:00am EDT
Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center

1:00pm EDT

Restorative Practices - Pearsontown | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Pearsontown Elementary School | Pearsontown Elementary School
Wednesday August 13, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Presenters: Felicia Sledge | [email protected] | MTSS Specialist; Monte Cromwell | [email protected] | RPC
Location: Pearsontown Elementary School
Description: Participants will learn about restorative practices and discover strategies for implementation
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday August 13, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Pearsontown Elementary School

1:15pm EDT

Easley Elementary - How to Better Understand Student Behavior | Facilitated by Easley Elementary School | Easley Elementary School | Easley Elementary School Media Center
Wednesday August 13, 2025 1:15pm - 2:45pm EDT
Presenters: Thomas DePeal | [email protected] | ECF
Location: Easley Elementary School Media Center
Description: Tom DePeal led a session around response to behaviors that covered root causes and how to best diffuse behaviors.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday August 13, 2025 1:15pm - 2:45pm EDT
Easley Elementary School Media Center
 
Thursday, August 14
 

9:00am EDT

Forest View New Staff Orientation | Facilitated by Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School Media Center
LIMITED
Thursday August 14, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Colleen Robinson | [email protected] | Instructional Coach
Location: Forest View Elementary School Media Center
Description: This orientation welcomes new Forest View staff and equips them with the essentials for a smooth start. Participants will tour the building, meet key contacts, and learn how to access materials, navigate processes, and connect with the right people for support. The session will provide practical information, resources, and relationship-building opportunities to help new team members feel confident, connected, and ready for the year ahead.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Information Technology, Operations, Purchasing, Team Building, Professional Learning System and Processes
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Thursday August 14, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Forest View Elementary School Media Center

11:00am EDT

Beyond the Title: Leading Through Connection | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Research and Accountability | Fuller Building 215
LIMITED
Thursday August 14, 2025 11:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Al Royster | [email protected] | Executive Director
Location: Fuller Building 215
Description: ORA directors will participate in on-going professional development leadership series based up Stephen Covey's Trust & Inspire and the 4 Essential Roles of Leadership.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Team Building
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Directors
Thursday August 14, 2025 11:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Fuller Building 215

3:00pm EDT

Co-Located Mental Health-Back to School Training | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Student Support Services; Student Wellness and Advocacy |
Thursday August 14, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Presenters: Kourtney Royster | [email protected] | Well-Being Specialist; Tomeka Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Director of SWA
Location:
Description: Student support services teams will learn about the CLMH program and how to manage their school cases
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Counselors, School Social Work
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Social Workers, Nurses, School Counselors
Thursday August 14, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Online
 
Friday, August 15
 

8:30am EDT

Community ED Before and Afterschool Staff - Speak Your Excellence: Leadership Strategies to Reset, Refocus and Reignite | Facilitated by Community Education | Community Education | Other... Immanuel Baptist Church - All Purpose Room
LIMITED
Friday August 15, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Michelle Edelen | [email protected] | Leadership Keynote Speaker
Location: Other... Immanuel Baptist Church - All Purpose Room
Description: In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing world, even the most accomplished leaders face moments of fatigue, distraction, or uncertainty. This dynamic workshop is designed to help emerging and established leaders pause, reflect, and realign with their core strengths and vision.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Managers
Friday August 15, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Other... Immanuel Baptist Church - All Purpose Room

8:30am EDT

2025-26 EC Leadership Retreat | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children | Staff Development Center M-1
LIMITED
Friday August 15, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Kristin Bell | [email protected] | Executive Director; Wendy Vavrousek | [email protected] | Elementary EC Director; Ken Hill | [email protected] | Secondary EC Director; Krista Saunders | [email protected] | EC Director for Specialized Programs and Behavior Support; April Washington | [email protected] | PreK EC Director
Location: Staff Development Center M-1
Description: Participants will reset our clarity of purpose—who we are and what we do. Refocus on how we do what we do: Model, Connect, Involve; and Reignite processes and systems essential to monitoring and evaluating our efforts and outcomes as we go.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children, Leadership
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Leads, Facilitators
Friday August 15, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Staff Development Center M-1

9:00am EDT

Benchmarks: Tracker Set-up - Cooperative Innovative High Schools | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Hamlin Road Room 110
LIMITED
Friday August 15, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability
Location: Hamlin Road Room 110
Description: To provide training for school-based Testing Coordinators (TC) on setting up trackers in Mastery Connect.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators, Benchmark Test Coordinators
Friday August 15, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Hamlin Road Room 110

11:00am EDT

Work Session: EOC Course Codes, 10-20 Day Drop, Credit Recovery, Online- CIHS Schools | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Hamlin Road 110
LIMITED
Friday August 15, 2025 11:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Testing & Accountability Specialist
Location: Hamlin Road 110
Description: To provide training on the processes for ensuring students are enrolled and dropped properly from EOC courses.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Data Managers, School Counselors, Test Coordinators
Friday August 15, 2025 11:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Hamlin Road 110

1:15pm EDT

Community ED Before and Afterschool Staff - DCDEE Licensing Updates for SAC Clubs | Facilitated by Community Education | Community Education | Other... Immanuel Baptist Church - All Purpose Room
LIMITED
Friday August 15, 2025 1:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Holli Hemby | [email protected] | Licensing Supervisor
Location: Other... Immanuel Baptist Church - All Purpose Room
Description: This interactive workshop, hosted by the North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE), is designed to support early childhood professionals in building high-quality, developmentally appropriate learning environments. Participants will explore evidence-based strategies that promote whole-child development, strengthen family engagement, and ensure inclusive, equitable care for all children from birth to age five.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Health and Safety, Safety
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Managers
Friday August 15, 2025 1:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
Other... Immanuel Baptist Church - All Purpose Room
 
Monday, August 18
 

8:00am EDT

District Behavior Support PLC: Reset, Refocus, Reigniting Leaders | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Student Support Services | Bacon Street 162
LIMITED
Monday August 18, 2025 8:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Kendra Suggs-Shealey | [email protected] | ?
Location: Bacon Street 162
Description: This PLC will serve a work session for the District BSAs as we plan and discuss our mission and scope of work as it relates to DPS Strategic Plan Goal 2B.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership, Social Emotional, Team Building, Professional Learning System and Processes
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Interventionists
Monday August 18, 2025 8:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Bacon Street 162

8:30am EDT

FV Welcome Back Session 1 | Facilitated by Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School Media Center
LIMITED
Monday August 18, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: James Boyce | [email protected] | Principal; Colleen Robinson | [email protected] | Instructional Coach
Location: Forest View Elementary School Media Center
Description: General information session for Forest View Elementary
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Team Building
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Monday August 18, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Forest View Elementary School Media Center

8:30am EDT

Creekside: How We Do Business | Facilitated by Creekside Elementary | Creekside Elementary | Creekside Elementary
LIMITED
Monday August 18, 2025 8:30am - 10:30am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Victoria Creamer | [email protected] | principal; Lindsay Boykin | [email protected] | AP
Location: Creekside Elementary
Description: Teachers will review school expectations.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Operations, Team Building
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Monday August 18, 2025 8:30am - 10:30am EDT
Creekside Elementary

8:30am EDT

CISS: Initial Goal Setting | Facilitated by School Leadership | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center
LIMITED
Monday August 18, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Chanel Sidbury | [email protected] | Facilitator; Ashley Stephens | [email protected] | Facilitator
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: A work session with school leadership teams and central services staff to reflect on prior year data, set goals, and priorities for the year. This ensures there is clear alignment between district and school goals.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership
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, Principals
Monday August 18, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Staff Development Center

8:30am EDT

District BT Mentor BOY Retreat - Day 1 Reset | Facilitated by Mentors | Mentors |
Monday August 18, 2025 8:30am - 4:00pm EDT
Presenters: Laura Soldevilla | [email protected] | District BT Mentor Lead; Steven Gupton | [email protected] | District BT Mentor Lead
Location:
Description: Reflect on past experiences and practices to set the tone for the upcoming school year.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Increased Rigor, Leadership, Social Emotional, Team Building, Assessment for Learning, Beginning Teachers, Communication Skills, Data Analysis, Effective Feedback Strategies, Equity
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Mentors
Monday August 18, 2025 8:30am - 4:00pm EDT

8:45am EDT

JHS Kick-Off Session | Facilitated by Jordan High School | Jordan High School | Jordan High School Auditorium
LIMITED
Monday August 18, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Susan Taylor | [email protected] | Principal
Location: Jordan High School Auditorium
Description: Welcome (back) to Jordan session! Reset. Refocus. Reignite. the Jordan way!
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability, Culturally Responsive Practices, Increased Rigor, Standards Aligned Instruction, Student-Centered Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Monday August 18, 2025 8:45am - 9:45am EDT
Jordan High School Auditorium

9:00am EDT

Credit Recovery Facilitation | Facilitated by Ignite! Online Academy | Ignite! Online Academy | https://t.ly/fQP60
FULL
Monday August 18, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am EDT
Limited Capacity full
Presenters: Shara Settle | [email protected] | 9-12 Lead Counselor; Marva Smith | [email protected] | eLearning Facilitator
Location: https://t.ly/fQP60
Description: Participants will apply the learning by: Supporting students enrolled in credit recovery through consistent communication and progress monitoring. Ensuring students understand expectations, deadlines, and available supports within the program.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Digital Teaching and Learning, Communication Skills, Standards Aligned Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Monday August 18, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am EDT
Online

9:00am EDT

MTSS Overview | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Lakeview School | Lakeview School Media Center
Monday August 18, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Presenters: Felicia Sledge | [email protected] | MTSS Specialist
Location: Lakeview School Media Center
Description: Participants will develop common language regarding the framework of Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS)
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Monday August 18, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Lakeview School Media Center

9:00am EDT

Supporting Students with Autism | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Open District-Wide | Spring Valley Elementary TBD
LIMITED
Monday August 18, 2025 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Monique Bonner | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location: Spring Valley Elementary TBD
Description: 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.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Monday August 18, 2025 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Spring Valley Elementary TBD

9:30am EDT

Forest View Handbook | Facilitated by Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School TBD
LIMITED
Monday August 18, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: James Boyce | [email protected] | Principal; Colleen Robinson | [email protected] | Instructional Coach
Location: Forest View Elementary School TBD
Description: This session will guide staff through the Forest View Staff Handbook and other key resources to ensure a smooth start to the year. Participants will review important processes and procedures, clarify expectations, and learn where to find the information they need throughout the year. The goal is to provide clarity, consistency, and confidence so everyone can focus on what matters most—supporting our students.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Operations
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Monday August 18, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am EDT
Forest View Elementary School TBD

9:30am EDT

Forest View Restorative Practices Refresher | Facilitated by Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School TBD
LIMITED
Monday August 18, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Amy Miller | [email protected] | Director of Integrated Academic and Behavior Systems; Anita Neville | [email protected] | Restorative Practices Coordinator; Colleen Robinson | [email protected] | Instructional coach
Location: Forest View Elementary School TBD
Description: This session will provide both a refresher for returning staff and an introduction for those new to restorative practices. Participants will explore the core principles of building strong relationships, fostering trust, and addressing conflict in ways that repair harm and strengthen the school community. Through discussion and practical examples, staff will learn strategies for creating a positive classroom climate, facilitating restorative conversations, and integrating these practices into daily routines to support student growth and connection.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Monday August 18, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am EDT
Forest View Elementary School TBD

9:30am EDT

Forest View Safety and Security | Facilitated by Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School TBD
LIMITED
Monday August 18, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Jose Nambo | [email protected] | A.P.; Colleen Robinson | [email protected] | Instructional Coach
Location: Forest View Elementary School TBD
Description: This session will review Forest View’s safety and security protocols to ensure all staff are prepared to respond quickly and effectively in any situation. Participants will learn and practice routines for required drills, review emergency procedures, and understand their roles in maintaining a safe school environment. The focus will be on clarity, consistency, and confidence so every adult knows exactly what to do to protect our students and themselves.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Operations, Safety
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Monday August 18, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am EDT
Forest View Elementary School TBD

9:45am EDT

Thrillshare "Rooms" Overview & FAQ | Facilitated by Ignite! Online Academy | Ignite! Online Academy | https://t.ly/xd1rP
Monday August 18, 2025 9:45am - 10:30am EDT
Presenters: Crystal Medlin | [email protected] | Principal
Location: https://t.ly/xd1rP
Description: A session for all staff to demo the new Rooms communication platform.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Customer Service, Communication Skills
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Monday August 18, 2025 9:45am - 10:30am EDT
Online

10:00am EDT

JHS NCEES and PDP Goal Orientation | Facilitated by Jordan High School | Jordan High School | Jordan High School Media Center
LIMITED
Monday August 18, 2025 10:00am - 2:45pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Andrea Ruby | [email protected] | Assistant Principal; Aiyanna Williams | [email protected] | Assistant Principal
Location: Jordan High School Media Center
Description: Required NCEES training
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Human Resources, Professional Learning System and Processes
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Monday August 18, 2025 10:00am - 2:45pm EDT
Jordan High School Media Center

10:00am EDT

JHS Operations | Facilitated by Jordan High School | Jordan High School | Jordan High School Auditorium
LIMITED
Monday August 18, 2025 10:00am - 2:45pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Sarah Huckbody | [email protected] | Assistant Principal
Location: Jordan High School Auditorium
Description: Required annual Safety and Security Training
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Operations, Safety, Security
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Monday August 18, 2025 10:00am - 2:45pm EDT
Jordan High School Auditorium

10:00am EDT

JHS Student Services and Infinite Campus | Facilitated by Jordan High School | Jordan High School | Jordan High School 130
LIMITED
Monday August 18, 2025 10:00am - 2:45pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Collin Dail | [email protected] | Teacher; Brianna Howard | [email protected] | Counselor
Location: Jordan High School 130
Description: Learn how to use Infinite Campus
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Digital Teaching and Learning, Information Technology, School Counselors, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Infinite Campus
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Monday August 18, 2025 10:00am - 2:45pm EDT
Jordan High School 130

11:30am EDT

eWalk Classroom Walkthroughs | Facilitated by Ignite! Online Academy | Ignite! Online Academy | https://t.ly/-uOO6
Monday August 18, 2025 11:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Presenters: Crystal Medlin | [email protected] | Principal
Location: https://t.ly/-uOO6
Description: Walkthroughs are not evaluations. They are short, focused snapshots to: Celebrate strong practices. Collect data to guide PD, coaching, and PLC conversations. Monitor alignment with district and school instructional focus areas. Feedback Loop: What we look for → we talk about → we improve.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Effective Feedback Strategies
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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: Interventionists, Instructional Assistants, Teachers
Monday August 18, 2025 11:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

Developing your Instructional Plan within an MTSS Framework | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Riverside High School | Riverside High School Media Center
Monday August 18, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Presenters: Felicia Sledge | [email protected] | MTSS Specialist
Location: Riverside High School Media Center
Description: Participants will learn how to develop instructional plans within an MTSS framework that support all students.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Instructional Coaches, Assistant Principals, Principals, Teachers
Monday August 18, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Riverside High School Media Center

2:00pm EDT

Creekside crisis training | Facilitated by Creekside Elementary | Creekside Elementary | Creekside Elementary
LIMITED
Monday August 18, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Victoria Creamer | [email protected] | principal; Lindsay Boykin | [email protected] | AP
Location: Creekside Elementary
Description: Staff will review crisis procedures.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Health and Safety
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Monday August 18, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Creekside Elementary

2:30pm EDT

Positioned to SOAR: One Flight, One Goal–Soaring Higher Together: Flight 1531. | Facilitated by Equity | C.C. Spaulding Elementary | C.C. Spaulding Elementary Auditorium
LIMITED
Monday August 18, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Iwinosa Idahor | [email protected] | Office of Equity Affairs; Keaundra Robinson | [email protected] | Office of Equity Affairs
Location: C.C. Spaulding Elementary Auditorium
Description: This session utilized community building activities to facilitate learning about implicit bias, inclusion/belonging, identity, power, and privilege in preparation for the start of the new school year. This session was a part of the school's efforts to align with the district's theme of reset, refocus and reignite.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, Team Building, Communication Skills, Equity, Student-Centered Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Monday August 18, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
C.C. Spaulding Elementary Auditorium
  *None (Non-Instructional), Culturally Responsive Practices, Team Building, Communication Skills, Equity, Student-Centered Learning
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Tuesday, August 19
 

7:00am EDT

RHMS EC Department Meeting 8/19/25 | Facilitated by Rogers-Herr Middle School | Exceptional Children; Rogers-Herr Middle School | Rogers-Herr Middle School Media Center
Tuesday August 19, 2025 7:00am - 8:00am EDT
Presenters: Courtney Dauphinais | [email protected] | EC Team Lead
Location: Rogers-Herr Middle School Media Center
Description: The Rogers-Herr EC Department will hold their bi-weekly department meeting.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistant Principals, Principals, Teachers
Tuesday August 19, 2025 7:00am - 8:00am EDT
Rogers-Herr Middle School Media Center

8:00am EDT

Maximizing Your Student Support Services Team | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M1
LIMITED
Tuesday August 19, 2025 8:00am - 10:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Tomeka Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Director; Regina Blackmon | [email protected] | Lead Nurse; Dr. Cherice Artis | [email protected] | Coordinator; Gloria Sanchez | [email protected] | Coordinator; Kourt Royster | [email protected] | Specialist; Laverne Mattocks-Perry | [email protected] | Senior Executive Director
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: Differentiate the unique focus areas of each student support services team member Articulate strategies that can be used to create strong school-level student services teams Describe how key focus areas for student support services staff intersect and complement each other Identify opportunities for monitoring, observation, and evaluation of student services staff Connect the daily work activities of student services staff to DPS Strategic Plan Goals and school."
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership, School Counselors, School Social Work, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Standards Aligned Instruction
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 Superintendents, Coordinators, Directors, Instructional Coaches, Social Workers, Superintendents, Assistant Coordinators, Assistant Principals, Data Managers, Facilitators, Nurses, Principals, Psychologists, School Counselors
Tuesday August 19, 2025 8:00am - 10:00am EDT
Staff Development Center M1

8:00am EDT

Club Blvd. August 19 Meeting | Facilitated by Club Boulevard Elementary | Club Boulevard Elementary | Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center / front office
LIMITED
Tuesday August 19, 2025 8:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: jasmine holloway | [email protected] | T&L Coach; Jennifer Hall | [email protected] | admin; Amanda Redmond | [email protected] | admine
Location: Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center / front office
Description: The teachers serving on the leadership team will meet to discuss the school's most pressing needs. During these meetings, they will ask thoughtful questions, share feedback from their grade-level teams, and contribute valuable teacher input to help guide schoolwide decision-making.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, Dual Language Instruction, Increased Rigor, Leadership, Safety, Social Emotional, Equity, Human Resources, Professional Learning System and Processes, Security
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, *None (Non-Instructional), Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific), Treasurers, Administrative Assistants, Principals, Psychologists, School Counselors, Secretaries, Specialists, Teachers
Tuesday August 19, 2025 8:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center / front office

8:30am EDT

Lowe's Grove: Hearts & Circles: Aligning CKH and Restorative Practices | Facilitated by Lowe's Grove Middle School | Lowe's Grove Middle School | Lowe's Grove Middle School
Tuesday August 19, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Presenters: Jennifer Jaynes | [email protected] | Teaching and Learning Coach
Location: Lowe's Grove Middle School
Description: Discover how Capturing Kids’ Hearts and Restorative Practices work together to build trust, elevate student voice, and foster a strong sense of belonging. Learn simple, practical strategies you can use right away to create a positive classroom culture where every student feels seen and heard.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Tuesday August 19, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Lowe's Grove Middle School

8:30am EDT

Restorative Practices 2 Day Training for RPC's | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Student Support Services | Jordan High School TBD
LIMITED
Tuesday August 19, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Amy Miller | [email protected] | Director; Laverne Mattocks-Perry | [email protected] | Senior Executive Director; Christel Butchart | [email protected] | Peaceful Schools; Anita Neville | [email protected] | Peaceful Schools; LaManda Pryor | [email protected] | Peaceful Schools
Location: Jordan High School TBD
Description: Includes theory, essential frameworks, and interactive practice Focus on discipline to support growth and responsibility, proactive relationship building to foster belonging, and processes for responding to harm among both students and adults Further practice with scenarios for responding to harm Modules for school-wide assessment of current strengths and needs Collaborative planning towards effective implementation of Restorative Practices
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Coordinators
Tuesday August 19, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Jordan High School TBD

9:00am EDT

Trauma Informed Practices for Assistant Principals (and new principals) | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Bacon Street 54
FILLING
Tuesday August 19, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Limited Capacity filling up
Presenters: Dr. Laverne Mattocks-Perry | [email protected] | Senior Executive Director; Tomeka Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Director
Location: Bacon Street 54
Description: This session will focus on: prevalence of trauma and chronic stress in schools; impacts of acute (i.e., recent) and chronic (i.e., ongoing) trauma and stress on the brain, body, and functioning of students and school personnel; understanding that behavior is a form of communication; school practices for responding to and/or preventing trauma reactions and promoting feelings of safety, competency, and connection for improved school functioning; and how to implement stress and trauma-informed practices to promote resilience in the broader school workforce.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership, Communication Skills
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: Superintendents, Principals
Tuesday August 19, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Bacon Street 54

9:00am EDT

Option 2: Beginning of Grade 3 (BOG3)- Traditional Calendar Elementary Schools | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M9
LIMITED
Tuesday August 19, 2025 9:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability
Location: Staff Development Center M9
Description: To provide training for school-based staff on the administration of Beginning-of-Grade 3 ELA/Reading Assessment (BOG3).
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: 3rd Grade, *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators
Tuesday August 19, 2025 9:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Staff Development Center M9

10:00am EDT

Traditional & Specialty Schools Kick Off for School Counselors NC Student Success Standards Implementation | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Student Support Services | Staff Development Center M1
LIMITED
Tuesday August 19, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Cherice Artis | [email protected] | School Counseling Coordinator; Tomeka Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Student Wellness and Advocacy Director
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: Participants will apply a four-step implementation process to align school counseling services with the North Carolina Student Success Standards. Through peer collaboration, counselors will analyze data, select relevant standards, and design measurable student learning objectives. Participants will also evaluate and rank intervention strategies based on delivery tier, appropriateness to the school counseling role, and potential student impact. The session will conclude with the development of an actionable plan to strengthen student achievement, postsecondary readiness, and social-emotional growth.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Counselors
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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: School Counselors
Tuesday August 19, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Staff Development Center M1

1:00pm EDT

IEP Meeting Minutes Training | Facilitated by Githens Middle School | Githens Middle School | Githens Middle School Media Center
Tuesday August 19, 2025 1:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Presenters: Charlotte Townley | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Githens Middle School Media Center
Description: Learner will be able to identify required components of IEP meeting minutes Learner will be able to identify information that should be included in minutes and are not necessary
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Tuesday August 19, 2025 1:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Githens Middle School Media Center

1:00pm EDT

IOA Staff Lunch & Learn Session: BOY Kick Off | Facilitated by Ignite! Online Academy | Ignite! Online Academy | Staff Development Center M1
LIMITED
Tuesday August 19, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Crystal Medlin | [email protected] | Principal; Karmen Newton | [email protected] | Assistant Principal; Shannon Watson | [email protected] | MTSS Facilitator
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: This kickoff session will bring together Ignite’s core instructional priorities—Explicit Teaching, MTSS/WIN Blocks, PLC Collaboration, and Differentiated Teacher Learning—with essential systems training (eWalk walkthroughs, Infinite Campus, Thrillshare/Rooms communications). By centering each around one unifying theme: SPARK! EXCEL! ELEVATE!, we will energize our school community and establish clarity, collaboration, and confidence as we head into the new year.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Digital Teaching and Learning, MTSS, Team Building, Infinite Campus
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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, Leadership
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Tuesday August 19, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M1

1:30pm EDT

Option 2: Fall RtA- Traditional Calendar and Year-Round Elementary Schools | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M9
LIMITED
Tuesday August 19, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability
Location: Staff Development Center M9
Description: To provide training for school-based Testing Coordinators (TC) on the administration of the Fall Read-to-Achieve Alternate Assessment.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: 3rd Grade, *None (Non-Instructional), 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators
Tuesday August 19, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Staff Development Center M9

2:30pm EDT

Option 2: Grade 3 Portfolio - Traditional Calendar and Year-Round Elementary Schools | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M9
LIMITED
Tuesday August 19, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability
Location: Staff Development Center M9
Description: To ensure the effective and efficient implementation of the Grade 3 Student Reading Portfolio throughout the school year.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: 3rd Grade, *None (Non-Instructional), 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators
Tuesday August 19, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M9

2:45pm EDT

Club Blvd. BT Meeting | Facilitated by Club Boulevard Elementary | Club Boulevard Elementary | Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center / front office
LIMITED
Tuesday August 19, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: jasmine holloway | [email protected] | T&L Coach; Jennifer Hall | [email protected] | admin; Amanda Redmond | [email protected] | admine
Location: Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center / front office
Description: The teachers serving on the leadership team will meet to discuss the school's most pressing needs. During these meetings, they will ask thoughtful questions, share feedback from their grade-level teams, and contribute valuable teacher input to help guide schoolwide decision-making.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Beginning Teachers
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific), Teachers
Tuesday August 19, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm EDT
Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center / front office
 
Wednesday, August 20
 

8:30am EDT

Restorative Practices 2 Day Training for RPC's- Day 2 | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Student Support Services | Jordan High School TBD
LIMITED
Wednesday August 20, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Amy Miller | [email protected] | Director; Laverne Mattocks-Perry | [email protected] | Senior Executive Director; Christel Butchart | [email protected] | Peaceful Schools; Anita Neville | [email protected] | Peaceful Schools; LaManda Pryor | [email protected] | Peaceful Schools
Location: Jordan High School TBD
Description: Includes theory, essential frameworks, and interactive practice Focus on discipline to support growth and responsibility, proactive relationship building to foster belonging, and processes for responding to harm among both students and adults Further practice with scenarios for responding to harm Modules for school-wide assessment of current strengths and needs Collaborative planning towards effective implementation of Restorative Practices
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Coordinators
Wednesday August 20, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Jordan High School TBD

9:00am EDT

SWA Protecting Our Students | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Student Wellness and Advocacy | Jordan High School Auditorium
Wednesday August 20, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am EDT
Presenters: Tomeka L. Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Director; Laverne Mattocks-Perry | [email protected] | Sr Exec Director
Location: Jordan High School Auditorium
Description: Review of the video required by Session Law 2023-128/HB 142 and discussion about expectations of student support services staff during the school-wide implementation.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Counselors, School Social Work, Student Wellness and Advocacy
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Social Workers, School Counselors
Wednesday August 20, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am EDT
Jordan High School Auditorium

9:15am EDT

Shaping Your Signature: Professional Risk Management | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Student Support Services; Student Wellness and Advocacy | Jordan High School Auditorium
LIMITED
Wednesday August 20, 2025 9:15am - 11:30am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Cherice Artis | [email protected] | K-12 School Counseling Coordinator; Tomeka Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Student Wellness and Advocacy Director; Gloria Sanchez | [email protected] | SEL Coordinator; Kafi Hill | [email protected] | Lead Social Worker; Ebony Ross | [email protected] | McKinney Vento Liaison
Location: Jordan High School Auditorium
Description: By the end of this session, participants will understand how to make legally, ethically, and professionally sound decisions in their daily work. They will strengthen their ability to manage risk through clear documentation, role clarity, and collaborative consultation.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Counselors, School Social Work
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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: Social Workers, School Counselors
Wednesday August 20, 2025 9:15am - 11:30am EDT
Jordan High School Auditorium

12:50pm EDT

Transform your Classroom from Chaos to Calm | Facilitated by Student Wellness and Advocacy | Open District-Wide | Rogers-Herr Middle School Media Center
LIMITED
Wednesday August 20, 2025 12:50pm - 2:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Gloria Sanchez | [email protected] | SEL & MH Coordinator; Kendra Suggs-Shealey | [email protected] | District Intervention & Support Coordinator
Location: Rogers-Herr Middle School Media Center
Description: Supporting teachers with strategies for classroom behavior
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Coaching and Mentoring, Student Wellness and Advocacy
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday August 20, 2025 12:50pm - 2:00pm EDT
Rogers-Herr Middle School Media Center

12:50pm EDT

Respect in Action: Culturally Responsive Bullying Prevention | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Student Wellness and Advocacy | Jordan High School Rm 142
LIMITED
Wednesday August 20, 2025 12:50pm - 2:05pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Cherice Artis | [email protected] | K-12 School Counseling Coordinator; Tomeka Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Director of Student Wellness and Advocacy
Location: Jordan High School Rm 142
Description: Explore practical strategies for fostering respect, empathy, and inclusion in every part of the school community. Participants will learn how to create lasting change by building a climate where all students feel safe and valued.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Counselors, School Social Work
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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: Social Workers, School Counselors
Wednesday August 20, 2025 12:50pm - 2:05pm EDT
Jordan High School Rm 142

12:50pm EDT

The Power of Repair: School Counselors' Role in Restoring Trust and Accountability | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Student Wellness and Advocacy | Jordan High School 148
Wednesday August 20, 2025 12:50pm - 2:05pm EDT
Presenters: Gradesa Lockhart | [email protected] | Director; Laverne Mattocks-Perry | [email protected] | Sr. Exec. Director
Location: Jordan High School 148
Description: The Power of Repair: School Counselors' Role in Restoring Trust and Accountability School Counselors play a vital role in schools by fostering healing and connection among students and staff. This session will explore how to effectively use the re-entry process as a tool for restoring trust and accountability, highlighting the empathy, integrity, and restorative practices counselors bring to support individuals and build stronger school communities.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): DPS Adopted Resources
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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: Social Workers, School Counselors
Wednesday August 20, 2025 12:50pm - 2:05pm EDT
Jordan High School 148

12:50pm EDT

Thriving in the First Quarter: A Strategic Start for School Social Workers | Facilitated by Student Wellness and Advocacy | Student Support Services | Jordan High School 108
Wednesday August 20, 2025 12:50pm - 2:05pm EDT
Presenters: Kafi Hill | [email protected] | Lead School Social Worker; Tomeka Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Director of Student Wellness & Advocacy
Location: Jordan High School 108
Description: Strategic Strategies for the first 90 days of school.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Counselors, School Social Work
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Social Workers, School Counselors
Wednesday August 20, 2025 12:50pm - 2:05pm EDT
Jordan High School 108

12:50pm EDT

Behind the Absence: Understanding and Addressing School Avoidance | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Student Support Services; Student Wellness and Advocacy | Jordan High School 154
LIMITED
Wednesday August 20, 2025 12:50pm - 2:15pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Grace Washington | [email protected] | Hazel Health
Location: Jordan High School 154
Description: School avoidance and refusal, driven largely by anxiety, is leading to chronic absenteeism at crisis levels, with over a quarter of K-12 students missing significant school time. In this session, Paris Carroll, MS, LMHC, & VP of Mental Health Clinical Services at Hazel Health, will explore the root causes of school avoidance and share practical strategies for early identification and re-engagement.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Counselors, School Social Work
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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: Social Workers, School Counselors
Wednesday August 20, 2025 12:50pm - 2:15pm EDT
Jordan High School 154

12:50pm EDT

Eating Disorders in Children and Adolescents | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Student Support Services | Jordan High School 152
LIMITED
Wednesday August 20, 2025 12:50pm - 2:15pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Mindy Elliott | [email protected] | Emily K
Location: Jordan High School 152
Description: What to look for, how to support students, and how to create a positive body culture in schools
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Counselors, School Social Work
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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: Social Workers, School Counselors
Wednesday August 20, 2025 12:50pm - 2:15pm EDT
Jordan High School 152

12:50pm EDT

Guiding Student Conflict Conversations | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Student Support Services; Student Wellness and Advocacy | Jordan High School 146
LIMITED
Wednesday August 20, 2025 12:50pm - 2:15pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Raquel Dominguez | [email protected] | Executive Director, Elna B. Spaulding Conflict Resolution Center
Location: Jordan High School 146
Description: In this fast-paced, 60-minute session, school counselors and social workers will learn practical, easy-to-use tools to help students work through disagreements in healthy, constructive ways. We’ll focus on recognizing when a conversation can be resolved with light guidance, when to encourage peer-to-peer problem-solving, and when to involve a more formal process. Participants will leave with ready-to-use conversation prompts, quick de-escalation techniques, and tips for fostering respectful dialogue. No prior mediation experience required.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Counselors, School Social Work
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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: Social Workers, School Counselors
Wednesday August 20, 2025 12:50pm - 2:15pm EDT
Jordan High School 146

12:59pm EDT

Supporting ELL Students | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Student Support Services; Student Wellness and Advocacy | Jordan High School 110
LIMITED
Wednesday August 20, 2025 12:59pm - 2:15pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Maria Jimenez-Sanchez | [email protected] | ESL District Social Worker; Karen Keim | [email protected] | Social Worker
Location: Jordan High School 110
Description: Practical strategies to help English language learners thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Participants will explore ways to engage families and create an inclusive learning environment that meets the diverse needs of ELL students.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Counselors, School Social Work
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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: Social Workers, School Counselors
Wednesday August 20, 2025 12:59pm - 2:15pm EDT
Jordan High School 110

1:00pm EDT

School Psychologists PLC | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Student Support Services | Riverside High School 219
LIMITED
Wednesday August 20, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Laura Echols | [email protected] | Co-Lead Psychologist; Juliann Anderson | [email protected] | Co-Lead Psychologist; Andrew Paschal | [email protected] | Co-Lead Psychologist
Location: Riverside High School 219
Description: Opening meeting for 25-26 school year. Updates and procedures for the school year will be discussed.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability, Exceptional Children, Infinite Campus
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Psychologists
Wednesday August 20, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Riverside High School 219

1:45pm EDT

Community ED Before and Afterschool Staff - Protecting Our Students | Facilitated by Community Education | Community Education | Other... Old Northern High School - Auditorium
LIMITED
Wednesday August 20, 2025 1:45pm - 2:20pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Tracey Super-Edwards | [email protected] | Director of Community Education
Location: Other... Old Northern High School - Auditorium
Description: This session will provide staff training on recognizing and reporting inappropriate behavior and adult sexual misconduct in school settings as mandated by the "Our Students Act" general statute. In addition, participants will learn about child safety, staff conduct and stress awareness in Afterschool programs.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Standards Aligned Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Coordinators, Directors, Executive Assistants, Group Leaders, Managers, Specialists
Wednesday August 20, 2025 1:45pm - 2:20pm EDT
Other... Old Northern High School - Auditorium

2:00pm EDT

CISS: Initial Goal Setting | Facilitated by School Leadership | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center
LIMITED
Wednesday August 20, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Chanel Sidbury | [email protected] | Facilitator; Ashley Stephens | [email protected] | Facilitator
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: A work session with school leadership teams and central services staff to reflect on prior year data, set goals, and priorities for the year. This ensures there is clear alignment between district and school goals.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership
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, Principals
Wednesday August 20, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center

2:15pm EDT

Transform your Classroom from Chaos to Calm session 2 | Facilitated by Student Wellness and Advocacy | Open District-Wide | Rogers-Herr Middle School Media Center
LIMITED
Wednesday August 20, 2025 2:15pm - 3:25pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Gloria Sanchez | [email protected] | SEL & MH Coordinator; Kendra Suggs-Shealey | [email protected] | District Intervention & Support Coordinator
Location: Rogers-Herr Middle School Media Center
Description: Supporting teachers with strategies for classroom behavior
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Coaching and Mentoring, Student Wellness and Advocacy
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday August 20, 2025 2:15pm - 3:25pm EDT
Rogers-Herr Middle School Media Center

2:15pm EDT

Table Talk for School Counselors | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Student Support Services; Student Wellness and Advocacy | Jordan High School 142
LIMITED
Wednesday August 20, 2025 2:15pm - 3:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Cherice Artis | [email protected] | K-12 School Counseling Coordintor
Location: Jordan High School 142
Description: An interactive roundtable where participants share challenges, exchange strategies, and collaborate on practical solutions to support students effectively. The session encourages open dialogue, allowing counselors to bring questions and learn from peers in a supportive, problem-solving environment.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Counselors
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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: School Counselors
Wednesday August 20, 2025 2:15pm - 3:30pm EDT
Jordan High School 142

3:10pm EDT

Community ED Before and Afterschool Staff - Homework Happens Here! | Facilitated by Community Education | Community Education | Other... Old Northern High School - Auditorium
LIMITED
Wednesday August 20, 2025 3:10pm - 4:10pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Tammorah Mathis | [email protected] | Durham PreK Director
Location: Other... Old Northern High School - Auditorium
Description: Join us for a hands-on session about creating strong Homework Centers in afterschool programs. Learn how a well-run homework time can boost student confidence, support learning, and build better connections between families and schools. Whether you're starting fresh or improving what you already have, this session will give you practical tools to make homework time a success!
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Curriculum and Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Group Leaders, Managers
Wednesday August 20, 2025 3:10pm - 4:10pm EDT
Other... Old Northern High School - Auditorium

4:10pm EDT

Community ED Before and Afterschool Staff - Introduction to Inclusion | Facilitated by Community Education | Community Education | Other... Old Northern High School - Auditorium
LIMITED
Wednesday August 20, 2025 4:10pm - 5:10pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Jenna Tarleton | [email protected] | Manager of Childhood Services Community Partnerships, Inc.
Location: Other... Old Northern High School - Auditorium
Description: Learn about the philosophy of inclusion and how inclusion benefits children with and without disabilities. Attendees will learn practical skills that will help them fully include children of all abilities in daily activities.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Group Leaders, Managers
Wednesday August 20, 2025 4:10pm - 5:10pm EDT
Other... Old Northern High School - Auditorium
 
Thursday, August 21
 

8:00am EDT

Club Blvd. Teacher Leadership Team Meetings | Facilitated by Club Boulevard Elementary | Club Boulevard Elementary | Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center
Thursday August 21, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Presenters: Jennifer Hall | [email protected] | Principal; Amanda Redmond | [email protected] | Assistant Principal; Jennifer Dunlap | [email protected] | TLC
Location: Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center
Description: The teachers serving on the leadership team will meet to discuss the school's most pressing needs. During these meetings, they will ask thoughtful questions, share feedback from their grade-level teams, and contribute valuable teacher input to help guide schoolwide decision-making.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Thursday August 21, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center

8:00am EDT

We Gon’ Be Alright: Navigating Stress Through Exploration | Facilitated by Student Wellness and Advocacy | Bethesda Elementary School | Bethesda Elementary School Media Center
LIMITED
Thursday August 21, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Kourtney Royster | [email protected] | Whole Being Specialist; Gloria Sanchez | [email protected] | SEL & MH Coordinator; Tomeka Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Director of SWA
Location: Bethesda Elementary School Media Center
Description: Managing Stress for school staff
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Thursday August 21, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Bethesda Elementary School Media Center

9:00am EDT

Creekside NCEES refresh | Facilitated by Creekside Elementary | Creekside Elementary | Creekside Elementary
LIMITED
Thursday August 21, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Victoria Creamer | [email protected] | principal
Location: Creekside Elementary
Description: Participants will review the observation and evaluation process, timeline, and platform (NCEES).
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Human Resources
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Social Workers, Speech Language Pathologists, School Counselors, Teachers
Thursday August 21, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Creekside Elementary

1:30pm EDT

Co-Located Mental Health-Back to School Training | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Student Support Services; Student Wellness and Advocacy |
Thursday August 21, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Presenters: Kourtney Royster | [email protected] | Well-Being Specialist; Tomeka Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Director of SWA
Location:
Description: Student support services teams will learn about the CLMH program and how to manage their school cases
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Counselors, School Social Work
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Social Workers, Nurses, School Counselors
Thursday August 21, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Online
 
Friday, August 22
 

8:30am EDT

Forest View Character Strong | Facilitated by Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School Media Center
LIMITED
Friday August 22, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Laura Weatherly | [email protected] | School Counselor; Ashley Altman | [email protected] | School Counselor; Colleen Robinson | [email protected] | Instructional Coach
Location: Forest View Elementary School Media Center
Description: This session will introduce staff to the Character Strong SEL curriculum, a research-based program designed to build both social-emotional skills and character in students. Participants will explore the curriculum’s structure, key focus areas, and practical strategies for weaving SEL into everyday instruction. The session will highlight the importance of “connection before content” and equip staff with tools to create safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environments that foster empathy, resilience, and strong relationships.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Friday August 22, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am EDT
Forest View Elementary School Media Center

8:30am EDT

Trauma Informed Schools 101 | Facilitated by Student Wellness and Advocacy | Hillandale Elementary School | Hillandale Elementary School Media Center
LIMITED
Friday August 22, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Gloria Sanchez | [email protected] | SEL & Mental Health Coordinator
Location: Hillandale Elementary School Media Center
Description: Trauma-informed school training will teach staff the knowledge, skills, and mindset to create a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment for all students, particularly those who may have experienced trauma. This involves understanding the impact of trauma on learning and behavior, recognizing trauma symptoms, and implementing evidence-based practices to promote healing and resilience.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Communication Skills
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistants, Instructional Coaches, Office Assistants, Receptionists, Social Workers, Speech Language Pathologists, Bus Drivers, Custodians, Data Managers, Instructional Assistants, Interpreters, Itinerant Teachers, Nurses, Physical Therapists, Principals, School Counselors, Secretaries, Substitute Teachers, Teachers
Friday August 22, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am EDT
Hillandale Elementary School Media Center

9:00am EDT

Club Blvd. MTSS | Facilitated by Club Boulevard Elementary | Club Boulevard Elementary | Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center
Friday August 22, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Presenters: Abby | [email protected] | MTSS
Location: Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center
Description: The teachers serving on the leadership team will meet to discuss the school's most pressing needs. During these meetings, they will ask thoughtful questions, share feedback from their grade-level teams, and contribute valuable teacher input to help guide schoolwide decision-making.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Friday August 22, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center

9:00am EDT

Fayetteville Street Restorative Practices Refresher | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Fayetteville Street Elementary School | Fayetteville Street Elementary School TBD
Friday August 22, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Presenters: Amy Miller | [email protected] | Director
Location: Fayetteville Street Elementary School TBD
Description: Participants will learn the key elements of a RP framework. They will have time to create a proactive circle plan for the first week of school.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional, Equity
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Friday August 22, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Fayetteville Street Elementary School TBD
 
Tuesday, August 26
 

8:30am EDT

District BT Mentor BOY Retreat - Day 2 Refocus | Facilitated by Mentors | Mentors |
Tuesday August 26, 2025 8:30am - 4:00pm EDT
Presenters: Laura Soldevilla | [email protected] | District BT Mentor Lead; Steven Gupton | [email protected] | District BT Mentor Lead
Location:
Description: Collaboratively develop a clear mission and aspirational vision that define the purpose and impact of the Beginning Teacher Mentor team, aligned with district priorities, NC Mentor Standards, and BT needs. Deepen mentor understanding of instructional priorities to better support BTs in implementing explicit teaching strategies and rigorous instruction aligned to district goals. Deepen mentor understanding of instructional priorities to better support BTs in implementing explicit teaching strategies and rigorous instruction aligned to district goals.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Beginning Teachers
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Mentors
Tuesday August 26, 2025 8:30am - 4:00pm EDT

9:00am EDT

Benchmark Training: MOY/EOY-Semester 1-Block - Year Round [SCS] | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Hamlin Road 105- Testing Suite
LIMITED
Tuesday August 26, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability
Location: Hamlin Road 105- Testing Suite
Description: To provide training for school-based Testing Coordinators (TC) on the administration of Local Benchmark Assessments through Mastery Connect.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators, Benchmark Test Coordinators
Tuesday August 26, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Hamlin Road 105- Testing Suite
 
Wednesday, August 27
 

10:30am EDT

Co-Located Mental Health-Back to School Training | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Student Support Services; Student Wellness and Advocacy |
Wednesday August 27, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Presenters: Kourtney Royster | [email protected] | Well-Being Specialist; Tomeka Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Director of SWA
Location:
Description: Student support services teams will learn about the CLMH program and how to manage their school cases
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Counselors, School Social Work
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Social Workers, Nurses, School Counselors
Wednesday August 27, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Online

2:40pm EDT

Forest View NCEES Training | Facilitated by Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School Media Center
LIMITED
Wednesday August 27, 2025 2:40pm - 3:40pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: James Boyce | [email protected] | Principal; Colleen Robinson | [email protected] | Instructional Coach
Location: Forest View Elementary School Media Center
Description: This session will provide staff with an overview and training on the North Carolina Educator Evaluation System (NCEES). Participants will learn how to navigate the platform, understand the components of the evaluation process, and complete required steps accurately and on time. Whether new to NCEES or needing a refresher, staff will leave with the confidence to manage their evaluations, self-assessments, and professional development plans effectively.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Operations, Professional Learning System and Processes
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific), Teachers
Wednesday August 27, 2025 2:40pm - 3:40pm EDT
Forest View Elementary School Media Center

2:45pm EDT

Club Blvd. Testing Team | Facilitated by Club Boulevard Elementary | Club Boulevard Elementary | Club Boulevard Elementary 308 or 306
LIMITED
Wednesday August 27, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: jasmine holloway | [email protected] | T&L Coach; Jennifer Hall | [email protected] | admin; Amanda Redmond | [email protected] | admine
Location: Club Boulevard Elementary 308 or 306
Description: The teachers serving on the leadership team will meet to discuss the school's most pressing needs. During these meetings, they will ask thoughtful questions, share feedback from their grade-level teams, and contribute valuable teacher input to help guide schoolwide decision-making.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Team Building, Building Learning System Capacity, Equity, Professional Learning System and Processes
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday August 27, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm EDT
Club Boulevard Elementary 308 or 306
 
Thursday, August 28
 

8:00am EDT

Creekside Community Framework Overview (new) | Facilitated by Creekside Elementary | Creekside Elementary |
LIMITED
Thursday August 28, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Lindsay Boykin | [email protected] | AP
Location:
Description: Staff will learn about the Community Framework for social/emotional learning and restorative practices.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Thursday August 28, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT

8:00am EDT

Creekside Community Framework Refresh | Facilitated by Creekside Elementary | Creekside Elementary | Creekside Elementary
LIMITED
Thursday August 28, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Megan Reed | [email protected] | teacher
Location: Creekside Elementary
Description: Staff will learn about the Community Framework for social/emotional learning and restorative practices.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Thursday August 28, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Creekside Elementary

8:30am EDT

District BT Mentor BOY Retreat - Day 3 Reignite | Facilitated by Mentors | Mentors |
Thursday August 28, 2025 8:30am - 4:00pm EDT
Presenters: Laura Soldevilla | [email protected] | District BT Mentor Lead; Steven Gupton | [email protected] | District BT Mentor Lead
Location:
Description: Collaboratively share and reflect on effective mentoring and instructional practices that have led to positive outcomes for beginning teachers, with the goal of building collective expertise and identifying strategies that can be scaled across the team.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Coaching and Mentoring
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Mentors
Thursday August 28, 2025 8:30am - 4:00pm EDT

8:30am EDT

OPTION 1: TC Annual Training - Handbooks & Hist Audits/Expect Test Files - YR & CIHS | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Hamlin Road 110
LIMITED
Thursday August 28, 2025 8:30am - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability
Location: Hamlin Road 110
Description: To provide training on test security, test coordinator expectations, accommodations and other local processes and procedures for School Test Coordinators.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators
Thursday August 28, 2025 8:30am - 4:00pm EDT
Hamlin Road 110
 
Friday, August 29
 

9:30am EDT

Co-Located Mental Health-Back to School Training | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Student Support Services; Student Wellness and Advocacy |
Friday August 29, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am EDT
Presenters: Kourtney Royster | [email protected] | Well-Being Specialist; Tomeka Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Director of SWA
Location:
Description: Student support services teams will learn about the CLMH program and how to manage their school cases
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Counselors, School Social Work
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Social Workers, Nurses, School Counselors
Friday August 29, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am EDT
Online
 
Tuesday, September 2
 

7:00am EDT

RHMS EC Department Meeting 9/2/25 | Facilitated by Rogers-Herr Middle School | Rogers-Herr Middle School; Exceptional Children | Rogers-Herr Middle School Media Center
Tuesday September 2, 2025 7:00am - 8:00am EDT
Presenters: Courtney Dauphinais | [email protected] | EC Team Lead
Location: Rogers-Herr Middle School Media Center
Description: The Rogers-Herr EC Department will hold their bi-weekly department meeting.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistant Principals, Principals, Teachers
Tuesday September 2, 2025 7:00am - 8:00am EDT
Rogers-Herr Middle School Media Center

8:30am EDT

OPTION 2: TC Annual Training - Handbooks & Hist Audits/Expect Test Files - YR Schools & CIHS | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Hamlin Road 110
LIMITED
Tuesday September 2, 2025 8:30am - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability
Location: Hamlin Road 110
Description: To provide training on test security, test coordinator expectations, accommodations and other local processes and procedures for School Test Coordinators.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators
Tuesday September 2, 2025 8:30am - 4:00pm EDT
Hamlin Road 110

9:00am EDT

MTSS Facilitators Monthly PD - September | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Student Support Services | Staff Development Center M7 - YR & M1 for Traditional and Specialty
Tuesday September 2, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Presenters: Felicia Sledge | [email protected] | MTSS Specialist; Amy Miller | [email protected] | IABS Director
Location: Staff Development Center M7 - YR & M1 for Traditional and Specialty
Description: MTSS-Fs will gather with the IABS Department for professional development and implementation support.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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: Facilitators
Tuesday September 2, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M7 - YR & M1 for Traditional and Specialty

1:00pm EDT

PL System and Coach Log Support | Facilitated by Professional Learning | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/nXw1C
Tuesday September 2, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Presenters: Lori McNulty | [email protected] | Director
Location: https://t.ly/nXw1C
Description: Instructional Coaches will learn how to enter professional learning into the PL System, use their PLC link and how to enter data into their Coaching Logs.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Coaching and Mentoring
Targeted Instructional Grades: Leadership
Targeted Roles: Instructional Coaches
Tuesday September 2, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Online

2:45pm EDT

Club's Teacher Leadership Team Meeting | Facilitated by Club Boulevard Elementary | Club Boulevard Elementary | Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center
Tuesday September 2, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm EDT
Presenters: jasmine holloway | [email protected] | T&L Coach; Jennifer Hall | [email protected] | admin; Amanda Redmond | [email protected] | admine
Location: Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center
Description: The teachers serving on the leadership team will meet to discuss the school's most pressing needs. During these meetings, they will ask thoughtful questions, share feedback from their grade-level teams, and contribute valuable teacher input to help guide schoolwide decision-making.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Tuesday September 2, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm EDT
Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center

3:30pm EDT

Lakeview School: Faculty Meeting- Seizure First Aid and EPI-PEN Training | Facilitated by Lakeview School | Lakeview School | Lakeview School Cafetorium
LIMITED
Tuesday September 2, 2025 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Susan Best | [email protected] | School Nurse; Evangela Richardson | [email protected] | Assistant Principal; Sheila Brockers-White | [email protected] | Instructional Facilitator; Thomas Smith | [email protected] | Instructional Assistant
Location: Lakeview School Cafetorium
Description: The focus of the faculty meeting is to train staff on seizure first aid and EPI-PEN. Also, the meeting will focus on PBIS and the School-Wide PDP goal.
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content, *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Health and Safety, MTSS, Curriculum and Instruction, Professional Learning System and Processes
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, *None (Non-Instructional), 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade, Leadership
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Tuesday September 2, 2025 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Lakeview School Cafetorium
 
Wednesday, September 3
 

10:20am EDT

Attendance: Reset. September 2025 Leadership Meeting | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M7
Wednesday September 3, 2025 10:20am - 11:20am EDT
Presenters: Tomeka Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Director; Priscilla Thompson | [email protected] | Coordinator; Laverne Mattocks-Perry | [email protected] | Senior Executive Director
Location: Staff Development Center M7
Description: Purpose: Reset expectations and provide supports based on school needs. Focus: Build shared understanding of DPS expectations, connect to Strategic Plan metrics, and clarify immediate next steps leaders should take at the school level.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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, Principals
Wednesday September 3, 2025 10:20am - 11:20am EDT
Staff Development Center M7

10:20am EDT

Culture, Climate, and Connection: The Principal’s SEL Playbook | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M8
LIMITED
Wednesday September 3, 2025 10:20am - 11:20am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Amy Miller | [email protected] | Director; Gloria Sanchez | [email protected] | Coordinator; Laverne Mattocks-Perry | [email protected] | Senior Executive Director
Location: Staff Development Center M8
Description: Principals and designees will unpack SEL data in order to create plans for effective SEL implementation this school year.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS, Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades: Leadership
Targeted Roles: Assistant Principals, Principals
Wednesday September 3, 2025 10:20am - 11:20am EDT
Staff Development Center M8

10:30am EDT

Discipline: Restorative Practices Mindset Shift | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide |
LIMITED
Wednesday September 3, 2025 10:30am - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Laverne Mattocks-Perry | [email protected] | Senior Executive Director of Student Support Services; Dr. Melissa Watson | [email protected] | Director of Student Alternatives & Supports
Location:
Description: This session engages school leaders in resetting expectations for discipline aligned to DPS Strategic Plan Priority 2. Principals and assistant principals will analyze disproportionality data, with a focus on EC, Black, and Hispanic scholars, and deepen their understanding of restorative practices as a proactive alternative to exclusionary discipline. The session provides clear accountability metrics, user-friendly tools, and practical strategies to support immediate implementation at the school level. Leaders will leave with an action plan template and concrete next steps to reduce disparities, strengthen equity, and cultivate restorative school cultures.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, Leadership, MTSS, Communication Skills, Equity
Targeted Instructional Grades: Leadership
Targeted Roles: Assistant Principals, Principals
Wednesday September 3, 2025 10:30am - 3:00pm EDT

2:00pm EDT

Attendance: Refocus. Reignite September 2025 Leadership Meeting | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M7
Wednesday September 3, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Presenters: Tomeka Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Director; Priscilla Thompson | [email protected] | Coordinator; Laverne Mattocks Perry | [email protected] | Sr. Exec. Director
Location: Staff Development Center M7
Description: Attendance Afternoon Deep Dive (Monitoring & Accountability): o Unpack what it takes to earn a “4” in the DPS attendance accountability framework. o Share processes for monitoring attendance consistently and effectively. o Guide leaders through planning next steps to strengthen attendance intervention systems.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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, Principals
Wednesday September 3, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M7

2:00pm EDT

Culture, Climate, and Connection: The Principal’s SEL Playbook- Deep Dive | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M8
LIMITED
Wednesday September 3, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Amy Miller | [email protected] | Director; Gloria Sanchez | [email protected] | Coordinator; Laverne Mattocks-Perry | [email protected] | Senior Executive Director
Location: Staff Development Center M8
Description: Principals and designees will understand the importance of SEL for both staff and student wellness and success. They will map SEL resources and see the connection between Restorative Practices Implementation and SEL.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS, Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades: Leadership
Targeted Roles: Assistant Principals, Principals
Wednesday September 3, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M8

2:40pm EDT

Forest View: Character Strong SEL 1 | Facilitated by Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School Media Center
Wednesday September 3, 2025 2:40pm - 3:40pm EDT
Presenters: Colleen Robinson | [email protected] | Instructional Coach; Mary Alice Sprinkle | [email protected] | Instructional Coach; Laura Weatherly | [email protected] | School Counselor
Location: Forest View Elementary School Media Center
Description: Ongoing Character Strong professional development series focused on practical SEL strategies that build empathy, connection, and belonging. This choice session is designed for staff who want to strengthen relationships and bring simple, impactful SEL practices into their work.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: School Counselors, Specialists, Teachers
Wednesday September 3, 2025 2:40pm - 3:40pm EDT
Forest View Elementary School Media Center
 
Thursday, September 4
 

3:00pm EDT

Early Education Support Team (EEST) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education | Bacon Street 165
LIMITED
Thursday September 4, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Bacon Street 165
Description: Early Education Support Team (EEST) provides training and support to preschool staff members serving students in the community.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Speech Language Pathologists, Teachers
Thursday September 4, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Bacon Street 165

3:15pm EDT

Setting-Up and Implementing TeachTown Social Skills Program | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children | Bacon Street 54
LIMITED
Thursday September 4, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director
Location: Bacon Street 54
Description: 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.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 7th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistants, Teachers
Thursday September 4, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm EDT
Bacon Street 54
 
Friday, September 5
 

9:00am EDT

Benchmarks: Tracker Set-up - Traditional Calendar | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M1
LIMITED
Friday September 5, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: To provide training for school-based Testing Coordinators (TC) on setting up trackers in Mastery Connect.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators, Benchmark Test Coordinators
Friday September 5, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Staff Development Center M1

11:00am EDT

PL System and Coach Log Support2 | Facilitated by Professional Learning | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/nXw1C
Friday September 5, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Presenters: Lori McNulty | [email protected] | Director
Location: https://t.ly/nXw1C
Description: Instructional Coaches will learn how to enter professional learning into the PL System, use their PLC link and how to enter data into their Coaching Logs.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Coaching and Mentoring
Targeted Instructional Grades: Leadership
Targeted Roles: Instructional Coaches
Friday September 5, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

Work Session: EOC Course Codes, 10-20 Day Drop, Credit Recovery, Online- Traditional Calendar | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M1
LIMITED
Friday September 5, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: To provide training on the processes for ensuring students are enrolled and dropped properly from EOC courses.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Data Managers, School Counselors, Test Coordinators
Friday September 5, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M1
 
Monday, September 8
 

3:00pm EDT

PES Schoolwide PBIS Overview & Behavior Points in Rooms | Facilitated by Parkwood Elementary School | Parkwood Elementary School | Parkwood Elementary School A63
Monday September 8, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Presenters: Martin Blanchette | [email protected] | Restorative Practice Coordinator /PBIS & SEL Committee Member; Ashley Hargrove | [email protected] | 5th Grade Teacher/PBIS & SEL Committee Member
Location: Parkwood Elementary School A63
Description: Staff will have the opportunity to meet with members of the PES PBIS/SEL Committee to gain a clear understanding of the school-wide PBIS program for the 2025–2026 school year. This session will provide information on the student character traits that can earn points, the point system, the PBIS Pop-Up Store, and the process for using Rooms to award points to students. All teachers and staff members at Parkwood Elementary will be equipped to actively contribute to reinforcing positive student behavior.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, ELA , Healthful Living, Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.), *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, *None (Non-Instructional), Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Monday September 8, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Parkwood Elementary School A63

3:00pm EDT

Supporting your EC, AIG, and EL Students at Parkwood ES | Facilitated by Parkwood Elementary School | Parkwood Elementary School | Parkwood Elementary School Media Center
Monday September 8, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Presenters: Julie Haase | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Cynthia Nnaemeka | [email protected] | AIG K-2 Specialist; Bradley Jordan | [email protected] | AIG 3-5 Specialist; I-Chun Lee | [email protected] | ESL Specialist
Location: Parkwood Elementary School Media Center
Description: This session provides teachers and staff with strategies and best practices for effectively supporting Exceptional Children (EC), Academically or Intellectually Gifted (AIG), and English Learner (EL) students at Parkwood Elementary. Participants will explore differentiated instruction techniques, targeted interventions, and collaborative approaches to meet the diverse learning needs of all students. The session will also highlight resources, tools, and school-wide supports available to ensure academic growth, engagement, and success for every learner.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Strategy-Based for any content, ELA , Healthful Living, Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.), *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Advanced Academics-AIG, Culturally Responsive Practices, English Learner Services, Exceptional Children, DPS Adopted Resources, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, Standards Aligned Instruction, Student-Centered Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, *None (Non-Instructional), Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, Leadership
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Monday September 8, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Parkwood Elementary School Media Center
 
Wednesday, September 10
 

8:30am EDT

SPARCS Orientation | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Student Support Services | Other...
LIMITED
Wednesday September 10, 2025 8:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Gloria Sanchez | [email protected] | SEL & Mental Health Coordinator
Location: Other...
Description: SPARCS -Training Orientation
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Social Workers, School Counselors
Wednesday September 10, 2025 8:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Other...

10:00am EDT

Community ED Before and Afterschool Staff - Community Engagement: Making the Most of Our Connections | Facilitated by Community Education | Community Education | Staff Development Center M9
LIMITED
Wednesday September 10, 2025 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Kesha Crumblin | [email protected] | Elementary Specialist
Location: Staff Development Center M9
Description: Attendees will learn what community engagement is, the key aspects of community engagement, and the benefits of community engagement within an afterschool program. Attendees will have an opportunity to participate in hand-on- activities to gauge their present level of community engagement. Attendees will work together to find resources in the triangle community.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Team Building
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Group Leaders, Managers
Wednesday September 10, 2025 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Staff Development Center M9

1:00pm EDT

Work Session: EOC Course Codes, 10-20 Day Drop, Credit Recovery, Online- Data Managers and School Counselors | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/IBX4C
LIMITED
Wednesday September 10, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability
Location: https://t.ly/IBX4C
Description: To provide training on the processes for ensuring students are enrolled and dropped properly from EOC courses.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Data Managers, School Counselors, Test Coordinators
Wednesday September 10, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

2:45pm EDT

Sandy Ridge Elementary/K-5/Educators Handbook: Major vs. Minor | Facilitated by Sandy Ridge Elementary School | Sandy Ridge Elementary School | Sandy Ridge Elementary School Media Center
Wednesday September 10, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm EDT
Presenters: Lanisha Hinton | [email protected] | Principal
Location: Sandy Ridge Elementary School Media Center
Description: Staff will become familiar with reporting student behavior.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): DPS Adopted Resources, Professional Learning System and Processes
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Wednesday September 10, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm EDT
Sandy Ridge Elementary School Media Center

3:00pm EDT

Holt ES RP refresher | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Holt Elementary School | Holt Elementary School tbd
LIMITED
Wednesday September 10, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Monte Crowell | [email protected] | RPC; Amy Miller | [email protected] | Director
Location: Holt Elementary School tbd
Description: The staff at Holt will learn the basic premise behind restorative practices and about proactive circles.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday September 10, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Holt Elementary School tbd
 
Thursday, September 11
 

8:00am EDT

Restorative Practices for Educators- Eastway Elem Part 1 | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Eastway Elementary School | Eastway Elementary School
LIMITED
Thursday September 11, 2025 8:00am - 11:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Amy Miller | [email protected] | Director; Terry Phillips | [email protected] | Director; Laverne Mattocks-Perry | [email protected] | Senior Executive Director
Location: Eastway Elementary School
Description: This session will focus on an overview of RP, the social discipline window, fair process and affective statements.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Thursday September 11, 2025 8:00am - 11:00am EDT
Eastway Elementary School
 
Friday, September 12
 

8:45am EDT

Riverside PLC: Scheduling an IEP Meeting | Facilitated by Riverside High School | Riverside High School | Riverside High School Rm. 138
LIMITED
Friday September 12, 2025 8:45am - 9:15am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Charlotte Whipp | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Riverside High School Rm. 138
Description: This session will focus on how Riverside administration would like IEP meetings scheduled. The steps from the outlook calendar to ECATS will be reviewed
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Friday September 12, 2025 8:45am - 9:15am EDT
Riverside High School Rm. 138
 
Saturday, September 13
 

9:00am EDT

Community ED Before and Afterschool Staff - SACERS U | Facilitated by Community Education | Community Education | Staff Development Center M8
LIMITED
Saturday September 13, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: William Palmer | [email protected] | Elementary Specialist
Location: Staff Development Center M8
Description: This training discusses concepts of developmentally appropriate practices supported by the School Age Care Environment Rating Scale – Updated (SACERS-U). It is intended for school age program staff that are interested in learning more about utilizing developmentally appropriate practices in the school age setting. This training will help you understand the basics about how the SACERS-U is used and gain knowledge of developmentally appropriate concepts that support a high-quality environment.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Curriculum and Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Group Leaders, Managers
Saturday September 13, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M8
 
Monday, September 15
 

8:30am EDT

September School Counselor PD | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M1
LIMITED
Monday September 15, 2025 8:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Cherice Artis | [email protected] | K-12 School Counseling Coordinator; Tomeka Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Student Wellness and Advocacy Director; Kourtney Royster | [email protected] | Whole Child Wellbeing Specialist; Ebony Ross | [email protected] | McKinney Vento Coordinator
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: Participants will be empowered to design and implement a comprehensive school counseling program that effectively addresses the academic, career, and social/emotional development needs of students for the upcoming school year.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Counselors
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: School Counselors
Monday September 15, 2025 8:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M1

9:00am EDT

Benchmark Training: MOY/EOY-Semester 1-Block - CIHS | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Hamlin Road 110
LIMITED
Monday September 15, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability
Location: Hamlin Road 110
Description: To provide training for school-based Testing Coordinators (TC) on the administration of Local Benchmark Assessments through Mastery Connect.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators, Benchmark Test Coordinators
Monday September 15, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Hamlin Road 110

10:00am EDT

PreACT Training | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Hamlin Road 110
FILLING
Monday September 15, 2025 10:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity filling up
Presenters: Dr. Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability
Location: Hamlin Road 110
Description: To provide training for school-based Testing Coordinators (TC) on the administration of PreACT.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: 10th Grade
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators
Monday September 15, 2025 10:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Hamlin Road 110

12:30pm EDT

District Magnet Coordinators Meeting | Facilitated by Magnet Programs | Career Technical Education; Magnet Programs | Staff Development Center
LIMITED
Monday September 15, 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Kelly Bush | [email protected] | Presenter; Rita Rathbone | [email protected] | Presenter; Kengie Bass | [email protected] | Presenter
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: Monthly PD for those tasked with marketing, recruitment, and lottery work
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership, Communication Skills
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional), Leadership
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Monday September 15, 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Staff Development Center

1:00pm EDT

Career Counseling for School Counselors | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center
LIMITED
Monday September 15, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Darian Harris | [email protected] | CTE Director; Rosalind Garmon | [email protected] | CTE Equity Specialist; Cherice Artis | [email protected] | K-12 School Counselor Coordinator; Tomeka Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Student Wellness and Advocacy Director
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: This workshop explores the vital role school counselors play in supporting students’ career development and readiness. Participants will learn strategies for integrating career counseling into individual, small-group, and classroom settings, and will examine ways to collaborate effectively with the Career and Technical Education department. The session will also provide practical guidance for helping students complete meaningful Career Development Plans, ensuring they set achievable goals and take actionable steps toward their postsecondary aspirations. Through discussion and hands-on activities, counselors will leave equipped to enhance career guidance and support every student in planning for future success.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Counselors
Targeted Instructional Grades: 5th Grade, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: School Counselors
Monday September 15, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center

2:00pm EDT

CCRAA-10 Training | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Hamlin Road 110
LIMITED
Monday September 15, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability
Location: Hamlin Road 110
Description: To provide training for school-based Testing Coordinators (TC) on the administration of CCRAA-10, the alternate assessment for PreACT.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: 10th Grade
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators
Monday September 15, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Hamlin Road 110

2:45pm EDT

The Science of Behavior (Module 1) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Open District-Wide | Y.E. Smith Elementary School
LIMITED
Monday September 15, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Monique Bonner | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location: Y.E. Smith Elementary School
Description: 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.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistants, Teachers
Monday September 15, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
Y.E. Smith Elementary School
 
Tuesday, September 16
 

7:00am EDT

RHMS EC Department Meeting 9/16/25 | Facilitated by Rogers-Herr Middle School | Exceptional Children; Rogers-Herr Middle School | Rogers-Herr Middle School Media Center
Tuesday September 16, 2025 7:00am - 8:00am EDT
Presenters: Courtney Dauphinais | [email protected] | EC Team Lead
Location: Rogers-Herr Middle School Media Center
Description: The Rogers-Herr EC Department will hold their bi-weekly department meeting.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistant Principals, Principals, Teachers
Tuesday September 16, 2025 7:00am - 8:00am EDT
Rogers-Herr Middle School Media Center

7:00am EDT

RHMS EC Department meeting 9/16/25 | RHMS EC Department meeting 9/16/25 | Facilitated by Rogers-Herr Middle School | Exceptional Children; Rogers-Herr Middle School | Rogers-Herr Middle School Media Center
Tuesday September 16, 2025 7:00am - 8:00am EDT
Presenters: Courtney Dauphinais | [email protected] | EC Team Lead
Location: Rogers-Herr Middle School Media Center
Description: The Rogers-Herr EC Department will hold their bi-weekly department meeting.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistant Principals, Principals, Teachers
Tuesday September 16, 2025 7:00am - 8:00am EDT
Rogers-Herr Middle School Media Center

1:00pm EDT

DPS Psychologists PLC | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children | Staff Development Center M-9
LIMITED
Tuesday September 16, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Amy Miller | [email protected] | MTSS Director; Juliann Anderson | [email protected] | Co-Lead Psychologist; Andrew Paschal | [email protected] | Co-Lead Psychologist; Laura Echols | [email protected] | Co-Lead Psychologist
Location: Staff Development Center M-9
Description: Department Updates; MTSS training
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS, Social Emotional, Data Analysis
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
Targeted Roles: Psychologists
Tuesday September 16, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M-9

6:30pm EDT

Community ED Before and Afterschool Staff - Community Engagement: Making the Most of Our Connections | Facilitated by Community Education | Community Education | Staff Development Center M9
LIMITED
Tuesday September 16, 2025 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Kesha Crumblin | [email protected] | Elementary Specialist
Location: Staff Development Center M9
Description: Attendees will learn what community engagement is, the key aspects of community engagement, and the benefits of community engagement within an afterschool program. Attendees will have an opportunity to participate in hand-on- activities to gauge their present level of community engagement. Attendees will work together to find resources in the triangle community.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Team Building
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Group Leaders, Managers
Tuesday September 16, 2025 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M9
 
Wednesday, September 17
 

2:15pm EDT

Trauma Informed Schools 101 | Facilitated by Student Wellness and Advocacy | Hillandale Elementary School | Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center
LIMITED
Wednesday September 17, 2025 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Gloria Sanchez | [email protected] | SEL & Mental Health Coordinator
Location: Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center
Description: Trauma-informed school training will teach staff the knowledge, skills, and mindset to create a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment for all students, particularly those who may have experienced trauma. This involves understanding the impact of trauma on learning and behavior, recognizing trauma symptoms, and implementing evidence-based practices to promote healing and resilience.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Communication Skills
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistants, Instructional Coaches, Office Assistants, Receptionists, Social Workers, Speech Language Pathologists, Bus Drivers, Custodians, Data Managers, Instructional Assistants, Interpreters, Itinerant Teachers, Nurses, Physical Therapists, Principals, School Counselors, Secretaries, Substitute Teachers, Teachers
Wednesday September 17, 2025 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center

2:45pm EDT

Climate/Culture: Restorative Practices | Facilitated by W.G. Pearson Elementary School | W.G. Pearson Elementary School | W.G. Pearson Elementary School Media Center
LIMITED
Wednesday September 17, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Kendell Dorsey | [email protected] | Principal; Lanette Fain | [email protected] | Coach
Location: W.G. Pearson Elementary School Media Center
Description: Analyze behavior data to determine best steps for success and a healthy school climate Identify successful ways to minimize behaviors Understand the principles and structures of restorative practices to improve implementation Discuss how to have impactful parent conferences
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday September 17, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
W.G. Pearson Elementary School Media Center

3:00pm EDT

Early Education Support Team (EEST) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education | Bacon Street 165
LIMITED
Wednesday September 17, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Bacon Street 165
Description: Early Education Support Team (EEST) provides training and support to preschool staff members serving students in the community.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Speech Language Pathologists, Teachers
Wednesday September 17, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Bacon Street 165
 
Thursday, September 18
 

8:00am EDT

Restorative Practices for Educators- Eastway Elem Part 2 | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Eastway Elementary School | Eastway Elementary School
LIMITED
Thursday September 18, 2025 8:00am - 11:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Amy Miller | [email protected] | Director; Terry Phillips | [email protected] | Director; Laverne Mattocks-Perry | [email protected] | Senior Executive Director
Location: Eastway Elementary School
Description: This session will focus on circle planning, restorative questions and repairing harm circles.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Thursday September 18, 2025 8:00am - 11:00am EDT
Eastway Elementary School

8:30am EDT

School Social Work Monthly Meeting (September 2025) | Facilitated by Student Wellness and Advocacy | Student Wellness and Advocacy | Staff Development Center M1
Thursday September 18, 2025 8:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Presenters: Kafi Hill | [email protected] | Lead School Social Worker; Tomeka Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Student Wellness & Advocacy; Ebony Ross | [email protected] | McKinney Vento Coordinator; Felicia Sledge | [email protected] | MTSS/IABS Specialist
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: Participants will collaborate and learn together using the National School Social Work Model as a guide. Each month, they will engage in data-informed practices, advocacy, and strategy-sharing to support student success and stay updated on district initiatives.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Social Work
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Social Workers
Thursday September 18, 2025 8:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Staff Development Center M1

3:15pm EDT

Centervention Social Skills Program Training | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Open District-Wide |
LIMITED
Thursday September 18, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista [email protected] | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Monique Bonner | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: Participants will learn how to set-up and utilize Zoo Academy, Zoo U, SS GRIN, Hall of Heroes and Stories in Motion. These social skills programs are for students in grades K-8. Pre-registration is required in order to receive the training link from the company.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 7th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistants, Teachers
Thursday September 18, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm EDT
Online
 
Friday, September 19
 

10:00am EDT

SDC Campus-Wide Safety & Security Training/Meeting | Facilitated by Equity | MRC Multilingual Resource Center; Community Education; English as a Second Language; Equity; Federal Programs and Community Engagment; Mentors; Professional Learning | Staff Deve
LIMITED
Friday September 19, 2025 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Iwinosa Idahor | [email protected] | Equity Affairs; Lois Murphy | [email protected] | Special Projects Support Administrator
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: This meeting/training will focus on reviewing district safety and security protocols and community building.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Customer Service, Health and Safety, Safety, Team Building, Communication Skills, Equity, Security
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Friday September 19, 2025 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Staff Development Center M1
 
Monday, September 22
 

8:30am EDT

One day Restorative Practices for Educators | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M7
LIMITED
Monday September 22, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Amy Miller | [email protected] | Director; Laverne Mattocks-Perry | [email protected] | Senior Executive Director; Gradesa Lockhart | [email protected] | Director; Ericka Boone | [email protected] | Director
Location: Staff Development Center M7
Description: This session is open to any educator wishing to learn more or refresh their knowledge about the Restorative Practices Framework. Topics covered will be Circles, affective statements, restorative questions and fair process.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Monday September 22, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Staff Development Center M7

9:00am EDT

Calculating the Relative Ratio | Facilitated by Advanced Academics-AIG | Advanced Academics-AIG |
Monday September 22, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Presenters: Laura Parrott | [email protected] | Director
Location:
Description: Strategies for reading your AP Instructional Planning Report
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Advanced Academics-AIG
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Monday September 22, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Online

9:00am EDT

Conducting Functional Behavior Assessments & Developing Behavior Intervention Plans | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Open District-Wide | Other... Old Northern 117 Tom Wilkinson Rd. Durham Room V1
LIMITED
Monday September 22, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Monique Bonner | monique_bonner@dpsncnet | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location: Other... Old Northern 117 Tom Wilkinson Rd. Durham Room V1
Description: 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.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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: Assistants, Teachers
Monday September 22, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Other... Old Northern 117 Tom Wilkinson Rd. Durham Room V1

12:00pm EDT

The Science of Behavior (Module 1) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Open District-Wide | Other... Old Northern 117 Tom Wilkinson Rd. Durham Room V1
LIMITED
Monday September 22, 2025 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Monique Bonner | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location: Other... Old Northern 117 Tom Wilkinson Rd. Durham Room V1
Description: 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.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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: Assistants, Teachers
Monday September 22, 2025 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Other... Old Northern 117 Tom Wilkinson Rd. Durham Room V1
 
Tuesday, September 23
 

10:00am EDT

ELEMENTARY: Back-Up Data Manager Training | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Classified | Hamlin Road 1817 Hamlin Rd Durham, NC 27704 (Hamlin Rd Conference Room)
LIMITED
Tuesday September 23, 2025 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Shanita Graves | [email protected] | District Analyst
Location: Hamlin Road 1817 Hamlin Rd Durham, NC 27704 (Hamlin Rd Conference Room)
Description: This session is designed to train backup data managers on the functions within Infinite Campus, ensuring they are prepared to effectively step in during the absence of the primary data managers.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Infinite Campus
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Data Managers
Tuesday September 23, 2025 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Hamlin Road 1817 Hamlin Rd Durham, NC 27704 (Hamlin Rd Conference Room)

3:30pm EDT

We Are KINGS/We Are QUEENS/We Are ROYALTY Coordinator Meeting (September 2025) | Facilitated by Equity | Equity | Staff Development Center TBD
LIMITED
Tuesday September 23, 2025 3:30pm - 5:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Iwinosa Idahor | [email protected] | Equity Affairs
Location: Staff Development Center TBD
Description: Monthly KINGS/QUEENS/ROYALTY meeting geared towards providing coordinators with updates, resources and learning opportunities for optimal programming and improving student outcomes.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Coaching and Mentoring, Culturally Responsive Practices, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Team Building, Equity, Student-Centered Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Tuesday September 23, 2025 3:30pm - 5:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center TBD
 
Wednesday, September 24
 

8:30am EDT

TC Annual Training - Handbooks & Hist Audits/Expect Test Files - Traditional Calendar | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M1
LIMITED
Wednesday September 24, 2025 8:30am - 2:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: To provide training on test security, test coordinator expectations, accommodations and other local processes and procedures for School Test Coordinators.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators
Wednesday September 24, 2025 8:30am - 2:30pm EDT
Staff Development Center M1

9:00am EDT

Community ED Before and Afterschool Staff - SACERS U | Facilitated by Community Education | Community Education | Staff Development Center M8
LIMITED
Wednesday September 24, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: William Palmer | [email protected] | Elementary Specialist
Location: Staff Development Center M8
Description: This training discusses concepts of developmentally appropriate practices supported by the School Age Care Environment Rating Scale – Updated (SACERS-U). It is intended for school age program staff that are interested in learning more about utilizing developmentally appropriate practices in the school age setting. This training will help you understand the basics about how the SACERS-U is used and gain knowledge of developmentally appropriate concepts that support a high-quality environment.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Curriculum and Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Group Leaders, Managers
Wednesday September 24, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M8

2:45pm EDT

Club Blvd. Teacher Leadership Team | Facilitated by Club Boulevard Elementary | Club Boulevard Elementary | Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center
LIMITED
Wednesday September 24, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Amanda Redmond | [email protected] | Assistant Principal
Location: Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center
Description: Teacher Leadership Team
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistant Principals, Principals, Teachers
Wednesday September 24, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm EDT
Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center

3:00pm EDT

Early Education Support Team (EEST) PLC | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education | Bacon Street 165
LIMITED
Wednesday September 24, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Laura Echols | [email protected] | School Pyschologist
Location: Bacon Street 165
Description: Early Education Support Team (EEST) will review and use data to improve educational outcomes for preschoolers.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Speech Language Pathologists, Teachers
Wednesday September 24, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Bacon Street 165

6:30pm EDT

Community ED Before and Afterschool Staff – Why Do You DO What You DO? | Facilitated by Community Education | Community Education | Staff Development Center M1
LIMITED
Wednesday September 24, 2025 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Jason Charles | [email protected] | Elementary Specialist
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: In this workshop attendees will explore the vital reasons why we are here, providing services and support to children within Durham Public Schools. Understanding the "why" behind our work is essential for creating a meaningful impact and ensuring that every child receives the best care, guidance, and educational opportunities. Through this session, attendees will dive into the core values, goals, and objectives that guide our efforts, as well as how our services contribute to the overall development and success of students in this district.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Coaching and Mentoring
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Group Leaders, Managers
Wednesday September 24, 2025 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M1
 
Thursday, September 25
 

10:00am EDT

SECONDARY: Back-Up Data Manager Training | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Classified | Hamlin Road 1817 Hamlin Rd Durham, NC 27704 (Hamlin Rd Conference Room)
LIMITED
Thursday September 25, 2025 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Shanita Graves | [email protected] | District Analyst
Location: Hamlin Road 1817 Hamlin Rd Durham, NC 27704 (Hamlin Rd Conference Room)
Description: This session is designed to train backup data managers on the functions within Infinite Campus, ensuring they are prepared to effectively step in during the absence of the primary data managers.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Infinite Campus
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Data Managers
Thursday September 25, 2025 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Hamlin Road 1817 Hamlin Rd Durham, NC 27704 (Hamlin Rd Conference Room)
 
Friday, September 26
 

8:45am EDT

Riverside PLC: ECATS Resources | Facilitated by Riverside High School | Riverside High School | Riverside High School Rm. 138
LIMITED
Friday September 26, 2025 8:45am - 9:15am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Charlotte Whipp | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Riverside High School Rm. 138
Description: Session will provide resources for learning how to use the ECATS platform for writing IEPs.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Friday September 26, 2025 8:45am - 9:15am EDT
Riverside High School Rm. 138
 
Monday, September 29
 

8:30am EDT

SEL Coaches' Meeting September | Facilitated by Student Wellness and Advocacy | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M1
LIMITED
Monday September 29, 2025 8:30am - 10:30am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Gloria Sanchez | [email protected] | SEL & Mental Health Coordinator
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: SEL Coaches Meeting
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: School Counselors
Monday September 29, 2025 8:30am - 10:30am EDT
Staff Development Center M1

9:00am EDT

Benchmark Training: MOY/EOY-Semester 1-Block - Traditional Calendar | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Hamlin Road 110
LIMITED
Monday September 29, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability
Location: Hamlin Road 110
Description: To provide training for school-based Testing Coordinators (TC) on the administration of Local Benchmark Assessments through Mastery Connect.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators, Benchmark Test Coordinators
Monday September 29, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Hamlin Road 110

12:00pm EDT

SPARCS All Calls & Consultation | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Student Support Services |
Monday September 29, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Presenters: Gloria Sanchez | [email protected] | SEL & Mental Health Coordinator
Location:
Description: SPARCS training & Consultation 9/29,10/22,11/6,11/12,12/1,12/11,1/15,1/27,1/28,2/5,2/11,2/28,3/8,3/22,5/13
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): DPS Adopted Resources
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Social Workers, School Counselors
Monday September 29, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Online

12:00pm EDT

2025 Suicide Prevention & Student Safety Assessment Protocol Training | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Student Support Services |
Monday September 29, 2025 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Presenters: Tomeka Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Director of Student Wellness & Advocacy
Location:
Description: This is the annual training for student support services personnel for suicide prevention.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Counselors, School Social Work, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Social Workers, Nurses, Psychologists, School Counselors
Monday September 29, 2025 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online
 
Wednesday, October 1
 

12:00pm EDT

Itinerant/Group Teachers Team Meeting | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education | Bacon Street 163
LIMITED
Wednesday October 1, 2025 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Bacon Street 163
Description: Preschool staff members serving students in the community and small group environment gather to share ideas and resources.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Wednesday October 1, 2025 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Bacon Street 163

2:00pm EDT

Exceptional Children Module 1: The Long and Winding Road: Are We There Yet? ​ The State of EC in DPS / Review of Pitfalls and Common Mistakes | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M-1
LIMITED
Wednesday October 1, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Kristin Bell | [email protected] | Executive Director for EC; Wendy Vavrousek | [email protected] | EC Director; Krista Saunders | [email protected] | EC Director; Ken Hill | [email protected] | EC Director
Location: Staff Development Center M-1
Description: Participants will learn the status of exceptional children matters in Durham Public Schools, their role as an administrator to ensure the delivery of a free appropriate public education to every student with an individualized education program.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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, Leadership
Targeted Roles: Assistant Superintendents, Directors, Superintendents, Assistant Principals, Facilitators, Principals, Specialists, Teachers
Wednesday October 1, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M-1

2:40pm EDT

Forest View: Character Strong SEL Learning Lab 2 | Facilitated by Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School Media Center
Wednesday October 1, 2025 2:40pm - 3:40pm EDT
Presenters: Colleen Robinson | [email protected] | Instructional Coach; Mary Alice Sprinkle | [email protected] | Instructional Coach; Laura Weatherly | [email protected] | School Counselor
Location: Forest View Elementary School Media Center
Description: Ongoing Character Strong professional development series focused on practical SEL strategies that build empathy, connection, and belonging. This choice session is designed for staff who want to strengthen relationships and bring simple, impactful SEL practices into their work.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: School Counselors, Specialists, Teachers
Wednesday October 1, 2025 2:40pm - 3:40pm EDT
Forest View Elementary School Media Center

3:00pm EDT

Early Education Support Team (EEST) Meeting | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education | Bacon Street 165
LIMITED
Wednesday October 1, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Bacon Street 165
Description: Early Education Support Team (EEST) provides training and support to preschool staff members serving students in the community.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Speech Language Pathologists, Teachers
Wednesday October 1, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Bacon Street 165
 
Friday, October 3
 

9:00am EDT

MAKE-UP: TC Annual Training - Handbooks & Hist Audits/Expect Test Files - Traditional | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M1
FILLING
Friday October 3, 2025 9:00am - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity filling up
Presenters: Dr. Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: To provide training on test security, test coordinator expectations, accommodations and other local processes and procedures for School Test Coordinators.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators
Friday October 3, 2025 9:00am - 4:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M1
 
Saturday, October 4
 

10:00am EDT

Community ED Before and Afterschool Staff - Playground Safety Training | Facilitated by Community Education | Community Education | Lyons Farm Elementary Cafeteria
LIMITED
Saturday October 4, 2025 10:00am - 2:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Jason Charles | [email protected] | Elementary Specialist
Location: Lyons Farm Elementary Cafeteria
Description: This training addresses playground safety hazards, playground supervision, maintenance and general upkeep of the outdoor learning environment, and age and developmentally appropriate playground materials and equipment.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Health and Safety
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Group Leaders, Managers
Saturday October 4, 2025 10:00am - 2:00pm EDT
Lyons Farm Elementary Cafeteria
 
Monday, October 6
 

9:00am EDT

Fall WorkKeys Training | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Hamlin Road 110
LIMITED
Monday October 6, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability
Location: Hamlin Road 110
Description: This training is to provide training for school-based testing coordinators (STCs) and/or back-up testing coordinators (BTCs) on the administration of the ACT WorkKeys assessment.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional), 10th Grade
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators
Monday October 6, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Hamlin Road 110

3:45pm EDT

Mini PD - Faculty Meeting | Facilitated by Brogden Middle School | Brogden Middle School | Brogden Middle School Media Center
Monday October 6, 2025 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Presenters: Chelsea Motley | [email protected] | Teaching & Learning Coach; Almira Mbah | [email protected] | Teacher; Desirae Smith | [email protected] | Principal; Krystle Glover | [email protected] | Assistant Principal
Location: Brogden Middle School Media Center
Description: Teachers will be able to: set up their Rooms account for parent communication get an overview on GoGuardian to monitor student computers during instruction watch the testing security video
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability, Digital Teaching and Learning, Communication Skills
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Monday October 6, 2025 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Brogden Middle School Media Center
 
Tuesday, October 7
 

2:30am EDT

IEP Minute Taking | Facilitated by Whitted School | Whitted School | Whitted School Classroom 7
Tuesday October 7, 2025 2:30am - 3:45am EDT
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC PreK Coordinator
Location: Whitted School Classroom 7
Description: Teachers will learn how to properly take minutes for an IEP meeting and use the rubric.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Tuesday October 7, 2025 2:30am - 3:45am EDT
Whitted School Classroom 7

8:00am EDT

Bethesda: SSST (Rethink Ed & Abuse Prevention) | Facilitated by Bethesda Elementary School | Bethesda Elementary School | Bethesda Elementary School
Tuesday October 7, 2025 8:00am - 8:45am EDT
Presenters: Margaret Wamugi | [email protected] | School Social Worker; Katina Hardiman | [email protected] | School Counselor
Location: Bethesda Elementary School
Description: During this session, participants will receive a refresher on Rethink Ed instructional resources. Additional they will participate in abuse prevention training.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Safety, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Tuesday October 7, 2025 8:00am - 8:45am EDT
Bethesda Elementary School

9:00am EDT

MTSS Facilitators Monthly PD - October | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Student Support Services | Staff Development Center M7 - YR & TBD for Traditional and Specialty
Presenters: Felicia Sledge | [email protected] | MTSS Specialist; Amy Miller | [email protected] | IABS Director
Location: Staff Development Center M7 - YR & TBD for Traditional and Specialty
Description: MTSS-Fs will gather with the IABS Department for professional development and implementation support.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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: Facilitators
Tuesday October 7, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M7 - YR & TBD for Traditional and Specialty
 
Wednesday, October 8
 

11:45am EDT

District Behavior Support PLC: Reset, Refocus, Reigniting Leaders | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Student Support Services | Bacon Street 162
LIMITED
Wednesday October 8, 2025 11:45am - 2:45pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Kendra Suggs-Shealey | [email protected] | ?
Location: Bacon Street 162
Description: This PLC will serve a work session for the District BSAs as we plan and discuss our mission and scope of work as it relates to DPS Strategic Plan Goal 2B.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership, Social Emotional, Team Building, Professional Learning System and Processes
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Interventionists
Wednesday October 8, 2025 11:45am - 2:45pm EDT
Bacon Street 162

12:45pm EDT

Little River: Equity Pulse Check Review and Causes and Solutions of Educational Disparities | Facilitated by Little River Elementary School | Little River Elementary School | Little River Elementary School Media Center
LIMITED
Wednesday October 8, 2025 12:45pm - 1:15pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Erica McRae | [email protected] | Teaching and Learning Coach/MTSS Facilitator
Location: Little River Elementary School Media Center
Description: We will review Little River's Equity Pulse check and engage in an activity to explore causes and solutions educational disparities.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, MTSS, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Equity
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday October 8, 2025 12:45pm - 1:15pm EDT
Little River Elementary School Media Center

1:00pm EDT

Early Release Day: PD-Kid Talk | Facilitated by Eno Valley Elementary School | Eno Valley Elementary School | Eno Valley Elementary School 213
LIMITED
Wednesday October 8, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Melissa Perez | [email protected] | Teaching & Learning Coach; Dianna Robinson | [email protected] | Asst. Principal; Rachel Griffin | [email protected] | counselor
Location: Eno Valley Elementary School 213
Description: Staff will meet in two different groups (K-2) and (3-5) to analyze data and determine behavior intervention plans for scholars.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS, Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Wednesday October 8, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Eno Valley Elementary School 213

1:15pm EDT

Y.E. Smith -Infinite Campus- Grading System Implementation Y.E.Smith Staff Only | Facilitated by Y.E. Smith Elementary School | Y.E. Smith Elementary School | Y.E. Smith Elementary School
LIMITED
Wednesday October 8, 2025 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Carlissia Dudley | [email protected] | Presenter; Olga Todman | [email protected] | Co-Presenter
Location: Y.E. Smith Elementary School
Description: Learn how to efficiently use the Infinite Campus grading system to manage assignments, enter grades, and generate progress reports. This session will help teachers streamline grading and strengthen communication with students and families
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): PowerSchool-Infinite Campus
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday October 8, 2025 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
Y.E. Smith Elementary School
  *None (Non-Instructional), PowerSchool-Infinite Campus
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1:30pm EDT

Itinerant/Group Teachers Team Meeting | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education | Bacon Street 163
LIMITED
Wednesday October 8, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Bacon Street 163
Description: Preschool staff members serving students in the community and small group environment gather to share ideas and resources.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Wednesday October 8, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Bacon Street 163

1:45pm EDT

Building a Connected, Engaged, and Accountable School Community | Facilitated by Parkwood Elementary School | Parkwood Elementary School | Parkwood Elementary School Media Center
Wednesday October 8, 2025 1:45pm - 3:00pm EDT
Presenters: Dr. Jessica T. Perry | [email protected] | Principal; Mrs. Kristie Daye-Herring | [email protected] | Assistant Principal
Location: Parkwood Elementary School Media Center
Description: This professional development session, Building a Connected, Engaged, and Accountable School Community, is designed to strengthen staff understanding and collective responsibility in key areas that impact student success. Participants will examine current attendance data to reflect on trends and the importance of consistent student presence. The session will also provide an overview of restorative practices and their role in fostering positive relationships and maintaining a supportive learning environment. Additionally, staff will review and analyze Panorama survey results to identify strengths and areas for growth within the school climate. The session will conclude with a full staff reflection and a dedicated Q&A segment for new Parkwood staff members to ensure clarity, connection, and shared understanding across the team.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Health and Safety, Safety, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Beginning Teachers, Data Analysis
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday October 8, 2025 1:45pm - 3:00pm EDT
Parkwood Elementary School Media Center

1:45pm EDT

Supporting Students with Autism | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Open District-Wide | Bethesda Elementary School TBD
LIMITED
Wednesday October 8, 2025 1:45pm - 3:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Monique Bonner | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location: Bethesda Elementary School TBD
Description: 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.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Wednesday October 8, 2025 1:45pm - 3:30pm EDT
Bethesda Elementary School TBD

1:45pm EDT

Lowe's Grove: Hearts & Circles: Aligning CKH and Restorative Practices Session 2 | Facilitated by Lowe's Grove Middle School | Lowe's Grove Middle School | Lowe's Grove Middle School Media Center
LIMITED
Wednesday October 8, 2025 1:45pm - 3:45pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Jennifer Jaynes | [email protected] | Teaching and Learning Coach
Location: Lowe's Grove Middle School Media Center
Description: Discover how Capturing Kids’ Hearts and Restorative Practices work together to build trust, elevate student voice, and foster a strong sense of belonging. Learn simple, practical strategies you can use right away to create a positive classroom culture where every student feels seen and heard.
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content, *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday October 8, 2025 1:45pm - 3:45pm EDT
Lowe's Grove Middle School Media Center

2:15pm EDT

IOA Goal Teams & Committee Collaboration Session | Facilitated by Ignite! Online Academy | Ignite! Online Academy | https://t.ly/c7Bdz
Wednesday October 8, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Presenters: Crystal Medlin | [email protected] | Principal
Location: https://t.ly/c7Bdz
Description: Provide protected time for all goal teams and committees to collaborate, plan, and monitor progress toward School Improvement Plan (SIP) goals.  Teams will clarify their purpose, establish key priorities, define a SMART goal, and identify logistics for collaboration throughout the year.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Team Building
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday October 8, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

2:30pm EDT

Freshmen Attendance Think Tank | Facilitated by Jordan High School | Jordan High School | Jordan High School Room 202
LIMITED
Wednesday October 8, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Shante Nelson | [email protected] | Assistant Principal
Location: Jordan High School Room 202
Description: We need your ideas and creativity! Please join us for a planning session focused on supporting our 9th graders with chronic absenteeism. Together, we’ll brainstorm ways to incentivize attendance, encourage consistency, and help our freshmen build strong habits for success. Your voice and input are essential. Let’s work as a team to help our scholars graduate on time with options.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Counselors, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade
Targeted Roles: Interventionists, Social Workers, School Counselors, Teachers
Wednesday October 8, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Jordan High School Room 202

2:30pm EDT

DST ONLY Effective Bullying Prevention: Strategies for SEL and Conflict Resolution | Facilitated by Durham School of Technology | Durham School of Technology | Durham School of Technology DST Learning Lab
Wednesday October 8, 2025 2:30pm - 4:15pm EDT
Presenters: Whitney Ross-Gunter | [email protected] | Professional School Counselor; Jaye Pratt | [email protected] | Restorative Practice Coordinator; Lucretia Smith | [email protected] | CIMC; Lamont Dixon | [email protected] | Principal
Location: Durham School of Technology DST Learning Lab
Description: During this exciting training session, employees will have the opportunity to learn valuable skills for effectively addressing conflicts and promoting a positive school environment. The school counselor and Registered Professional Counselor (RPC) at Durham School of Technology will share a practical adult Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) reset technique for handling challenging situations with grace and composure. Participants will gain insight into recognizing differences between bullying and peer conflicts, including cyberbullying examples, and will be empowered with knowledge about the school's reporting procedures. Through engaging role-playing exercises, attendees will practice using respectful language and restorative inquiries to create an inclusive and supportive atmosphere. The educational objectives of this training include learning a rapid adult SEL routine to stay calm in stressful situations, identifying signs of bullying and conflict, understanding the reporting process, and mastering dignified responses that meet the needs of all students. This session promises to equip participants with valuable tools and strategies for fostering a harmonious and respectful school community.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Team Building
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday October 8, 2025 2:30pm - 4:15pm EDT
Durham School of Technology DST Learning Lab

2:45pm EDT

Supporting Student Success: Attendance Tools and Practices for Classified Support Staff | Facilitated by Jordan High School | Classified | Jordan High School Main Office Conference Room
LIMITED
Wednesday October 8, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Andrea Resto | [email protected] | Bookkeeper; Sara Huckbody | [email protected] | Assistant Principal of Instruction
Location: Jordan High School Main Office Conference Room
Description: Supporting Student Success: Attendance Tools and Practices for Classified Staff
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Student Wellness and Advocacy, Infinite Campus
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Receptionists, School Treasurers, Data Managers
Wednesday October 8, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm EDT
Jordan High School Main Office Conference Room

3:15pm EDT

Ignite PD Session: IEP Meeting Minutes 101 | Facilitated by Ignite! Online Academy | Ignite! Online Academy | https://t.ly/-JQWh
Wednesday October 8, 2025 3:15pm - 3:45pm EDT
Presenters: Elizabeth Gallegos-Moore | [email protected] | EC Teacher
Location: https://t.ly/-JQWh
Description: Build confidence in documenting IEP meetings accurately and efficiently.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Instructional Assistants, Teachers
Wednesday October 8, 2025 3:15pm - 3:45pm EDT
Online
 
Thursday, October 9
 

9:15am EDT

October Planning Period Professional Development - Jordan High School | Facilitated by Jordan High School | Jordan High School | Jordan High School Room 124
Thursday October 9, 2025 9:15am - 10:45am EDT
Presenters: Nicole Stocking | [email protected] | School Counselor; Andrea Ruby | [email protected] | Assistant Principal of School Accountability
Location: Jordan High School Room 124
Description: Participants will learn about suicide prevention and bullying awareness in addition to receivig test admininstration training.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Thursday October 9, 2025 9:15am - 10:45am EDT
Jordan High School Room 124
 
Friday, October 10
 

8:45am EDT

Riverside PLC: Review of Accommodations | Facilitated by Riverside High School | Exceptional Children | Riverside High School Rm. 138
LIMITED
Friday October 10, 2025 8:45am - 9:15am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Charlotte Whipp | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Riverside High School Rm. 138
Description: Teachers will be able to access ECATS to print of ROAs for testing.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Friday October 10, 2025 8:45am - 9:15am EDT
Riverside High School Rm. 138
 
Monday, October 13
 

3:00pm EDT

Supporting Students with Autism | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Open District-Wide | Bethesda Elementary School TBD
LIMITED
Monday October 13, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Monique Bonner | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location: Bethesda Elementary School TBD
Description: 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.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, 6th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistants, Teachers
Monday October 13, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Bethesda Elementary School TBD

3:00pm EDT

Supporting Students with Autism | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Open District-Wide | Parkwood Elementary School TBD
LIMITED
Monday October 13, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Monique Bonner | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location: Parkwood Elementary School TBD
Description: 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.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistants, Teachers
Monday October 13, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Parkwood Elementary School TBD

3:00pm EDT

Oak Grove Elementary Professional Development-Instructional Coherence and Data Analysis | Facilitated by Oak Grove Elementary School | Oak Grove Elementary School | Oak Grove Elementary School
Monday October 13, 2025 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Presenters: Kristin Tate | [email protected] | Principal; Candace Clark | [email protected] | Assistant Principal; Tonya Enoch | [email protected] | Teaching & Learning Coach; Maekrisha Jones | [email protected] | Teaching & Learning Coach
Location: Oak Grove Elementary School
Description: Oak Grove Elementary staff will participate in professional development designed to strengthen the use of NC Standards to align instruction, learning activities, and assessments. Through effective PLCs, walkthrough feedback, and data-driven analysis, teachers will deepen instructional coherence and ensure all students have clear pathways to success.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Strategy-Based for any content, ELA , *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Advanced Academics-AIG, Assessments-Data-Accountability, Culturally Responsive Practices, Dual Language Instruction, English Learner Services, Exceptional Children, Increased Rigor, MTSS, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Team Building, Curriculum and Instruction, Data Analysis, Effective Feedback Strategies, Professional Learning System and Processes, Standards Aligned Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Instructional Coaches, Back-up Test Coordinators, Assistant Principals, Instructional Assistants, Principals, Psychologists, School Counselors, Teachers, Test Coordinators, Benchmark Test Coordinators
Monday October 13, 2025 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Oak Grove Elementary School
 
Tuesday, October 14
 

8:30am EDT

October School Counselor Professional Development | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center
LIMITED
Tuesday October 14, 2025 8:30am - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Cherice Artis | [email protected] | K-12 School Counseling Coordinator; Tomeka Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Student Wellness and Advocacy Director; Kourtney Royster | [email protected] | Whole School Wellbeing Specialist
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: The October School Counselor Meeting is designed to strengthen our shared commitment to student safety, well-being, and future readiness. Through interactive sessions on trauma-informed practices, data-driven progress monitoring, advocacy, mental health supports, and college and career readiness, counselors will develop and apply strategies that enhance equitable services, promote positive student outcomes, and drive continuous improvement across schools.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Counselors
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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: School Counselors
Tuesday October 14, 2025 8:30am - 4:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center
 
Wednesday, October 15
 

2:00pm EDT

Required LEA Representative Training Module 1 Option A | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | School Leadership | Staff Development Center
Wednesday October 15, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Presenters: Dr. Kristin Bell | [email protected] | Presenter; Kenneth Hill | [email protected] | Presenter; Wendy Vavrousek | [email protected] | Presenter; Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Presenter; April Washington | [email protected] | Presenter
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: October Module 1: The Long and Winding Road: Are We There Yet? The state of EC in DPS/review of pitfalls and common mistakes For each module (1-2), approved school-based staff who have been identifed as LEA representatives and approved by the EC department should attend 1 session per module. There are 2 training date options per module, notated as option A or B. Please note that for Module 3 there is only 1 training date.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional), Leadership
Targeted Roles: Assistant Superintendents, Superintendents, Assistant Principals, Facilitators, Principals
Wednesday October 15, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center

2:40pm EDT

Forest View Discipline Processes | Facilitated by Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School TBD
Wednesday October 15, 2025 2:40pm - 3:40pm EDT
Presenters: Colleen Robinson | [email protected] | Teaching and Learning Coach; James Boyce | [email protected] | Principal
Location: Forest View Elementary School TBD
Description: This session provides an overview of Forest View’s discipline processes, expectations, and available behavior support resources. Staff will review proactive strategies for creating positive learning environments, including supervision best practices and effective communication with families. Participants will explore the TEACCH framework and restorative practices through practical, real-world application scenarios. The goal is to strengthen consistency, collaboration, and shared responsibility in supporting student behavior across all settings.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Safety, Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Wednesday October 15, 2025 2:40pm - 3:40pm EDT
Forest View Elementary School TBD

2:45pm EDT

Sandy Ridge Elementary/K-5/Suicide Prevention | Facilitated by Sandy Ridge Elementary School | Sandy Ridge Elementary School | Sandy Ridge Elementary School Media Center
Wednesday October 15, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm EDT
Presenters: Jessica Bryant | [email protected] | Social Worker
Location: Sandy Ridge Elementary School Media Center
Description: Staff will develop understanding of common mental health challenges and early warning signs of a mental health decline.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday October 15, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm EDT
Sandy Ridge Elementary School Media Center

3:00pm EDT

Early Education Support Team (EEST) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education | Bacon Street 165
LIMITED
Wednesday October 15, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Bacon Street 165
Description: Early Education Support Team (EEST) provides training and support to preschool staff members serving students in the community.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Speech Language Pathologists, Teachers
Wednesday October 15, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Bacon Street 165
 
Thursday, October 16
 

8:00am EDT

School Social Work Monthly Meeting (October 2025) | Facilitated by Student Wellness and Advocacy | Student Wellness and Advocacy | Staff Development Center M1
Thursday October 16, 2025 8:00am - 3:30pm EDT
Presenters: Kafi Hill | [email protected] | Lead School Social Worker; Ebony Ross | [email protected] | McKinney Vento Coordinator; Felicia Sledge | [email protected] | MTSS/IABS Specialist
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: Participants will collaborate and learn together using the National School Social Work Model as a guide. Each month, they will engage in data-informed practices, advocacy, and strategy-sharing to support student success and stay updated on district initiatives.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Social Work
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Social Workers
Thursday October 16, 2025 8:00am - 3:30pm EDT
Staff Development Center M1

9:00am EDT

We Are KINGS/We Are QUEENS/We Are ROYALTY Coordinator Meeting (October 2025) | Facilitated by Equity | Equity |
LIMITED
Thursday October 16, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Iwinosa Idahor | [email protected] | Equity Affairs
Location:
Description: Monthly KINGS/QUEENS/ROYALTY meeting geared towards providing coordinators with updates, resources and learning opportunities for optimal programming and improving student outcomes.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Coaching and Mentoring, Culturally Responsive Practices, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Team Building, Equity, Student-Centered Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Thursday October 16, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Online

9:00am EDT

Partial SSW monthly meeting credit (3 hours) | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Student Wellness and Advocacy | Staff Development Center M1
Thursday October 16, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Presenters: Tomeka L. Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Director SWA
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: SSW participated in some of the monthly professional learning session,s but came late or left early.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): 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: Social Workers
Thursday October 16, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M1
 
Friday, October 17
 

8:45am EDT

Riverside PLC: Progress Reports & Age of Majority | Facilitated by Riverside High School | Exceptional Children | Riverside High School 138
LIMITED
Friday October 17, 2025 8:45am - 9:15am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Charlotte Whipp | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Riverside High School 138
Description: Teachers will learn how to complete progress reports and the importance of completing the age of majority.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Friday October 17, 2025 8:45am - 9:15am EDT
Riverside High School 138
 
Monday, October 20
 

12:00pm EDT

Ignite Online Academy Advanced Academics/AIG Intro for 2025-2026 | Facilitated by Ignite! Online Academy | Advanced Academics-AIG; Ignite! Online Academy | ❌ ERROR shortening URL. Please check this link: Elementary - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI
Monday October 20, 2025 12:00pm - 12:30pm EDT
Presenters: Madison Ambrose | [email protected] | 6-12 AIG Specialist; Yosheka Whitfield | [email protected] | K-5 AIG Specialist
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Description: This PD is designed to provide an overview of Advanced Academics and AIG at Ignite Online Academy for the 2025–2026 school year.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Advanced Academics-AIG
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Monday October 20, 2025 12:00pm - 12:30pm EDT
Online
  *None (Non-Instructional), Advanced Academics-AIG
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12:30pm EDT

District Magnet Coordinators Meeting | Facilitated by Magnet Programs | Career Technical Education; Magnet Programs | Staff Development Center M7
LIMITED
Monday October 20, 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Kelly Bush | [email protected] | Presenter; Rita Rathbone | [email protected] | Presenter; Kengie Bass | [email protected] | Presenter
Location: Staff Development Center M7
Description: Monthly PD for those tasked with marketing, recruitment, and lottery work
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership, Communication Skills
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional), Leadership
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Monday October 20, 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Staff Development Center M7
 
Tuesday, October 21
 

8:30am EDT

October ECF/Leads Monthly Meeting | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children | Staff Development Center M1
Tuesday October 21, 2025 8:30am - 4:00pm EDT
Presenters: Hannah Hribar | [email protected] | Presenter; Elaina Bradley | [email protected] | Presenter; Ajalyn Baker | [email protected] | Presenter; Sharon Richardson | [email protected] | Presenter; Dr. Kristin Bell | [email protected] | Presenter; Ken Hill | [email protected] | Presenter; Wendy Vavrousek | [email protected] | Presenter; Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Presenter; April Cheek | [email protected] | Presenter
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: October Meeting for ECFs and Leads
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Leadership
Targeted Roles: Group Leaders
Tuesday October 21, 2025 8:30am - 4:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M1
 
Wednesday, October 22
 

9:30am EDT

Fall End-of-Course CDM Training | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/AtvPG
LIMITED
Wednesday October 22, 2025 9:30am - 11:30am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability; Latelle Williams | [email protected] | Testing & Accountability Specialist
Location: https://t.ly/AtvPG
Description: To provide training for school-based Testing Coordinators (TC) on the administration of the End-of-Course (EOC) assessment.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators
Wednesday October 22, 2025 9:30am - 11:30am EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

DPS Psychologist PLC | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children | Staff Development Center M9
LIMITED
Wednesday October 22, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Julie Anderson | [email protected] | Co-lead psychologist; Laura Echols | [email protected] | Co-lead psychologist; Andrew Paschal | [email protected] | Co-lead psychologist
Location: Staff Development Center M9
Description: Departmental updates, teaming strategies, intervention development, eligibility review, data analysis.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability, Culturally Responsive Practices, Data Analysis
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: Psychologists
Wednesday October 22, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M9

2:00pm EDT

New LEA Representative Training Module 1 Option B | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | School Leadership | Staff Development Center
Wednesday October 22, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Presenters: Dr. Kristin Bell | [email protected] | Presenter; Kenneth Hill | [email protected] | Presenter; Wendy Vavrousek | [email protected] | Presenter; Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Presenter; April Washington | [email protected] | Presenter
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: October Module 1: The Long and Winding Road: Are We There Yet? The state of EC in DPS/review of pitfalls and common mistakes For each module (1-2), approved school-based staff who have been identifed as LEA representatives and approved by the EC department should attend 1 session per module. There are 2 training options per module, notated as option A or B. Please note that for Module 3 there is only 1 training date.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional), Leadership
Targeted Roles: Assistant Superintendents, Directors, Superintendents, Assistant Principals, Facilitators, Principals
Wednesday October 22, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center

3:00pm EDT

The IEP: Student Profile and Consideration of Special Factors | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children | Other... EC PLCs, All Schools
Wednesday October 22, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Presenters: Hannah Hribar | [email protected] | Presenter; Wendy Vavrousek | [email protected] | Presenter; Kenneth Hill | [email protected] | Presenter; Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Presenter; Kristin Bell | [email protected] | Presenter; April Cheek | [email protected] | Presenter; Ajalyn Baker | [email protected] | Presenter; Sharon Richardson | [email protected] | Presenter; Elaina Bradley | [email protected] | Presenter
Location: Other... EC PLCs, All Schools
Description: Professional development provided by EC Facilitators during scheduled PLCs with EC teachers and related service providers. Topics covered during this session include how to develop a student profile and the 10 special factors and how to correctly address them.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Occupational Therapists, Speech Language Pathologists, Instructional Assistants, Physical Therapists, Psychologists, Specialists, Teachers
Wednesday October 22, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Other... EC PLCs, All Schools

3:00pm EDT

Early Education Support Team (EEST) PLC | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education | Bacon Street 165
LIMITED
Wednesday October 22, 2025 3:00pm - 4:15pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Laura Echols | [email protected] | School Pyschologist
Location: Bacon Street 165
Description: Early Education Support Team (EEST) will review and use data to improve educational outcomes for preschoolers.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Speech Language Pathologists, Teachers
Wednesday October 22, 2025 3:00pm - 4:15pm EDT
Bacon Street 165
 
Thursday, October 23
 

9:00am EDT

MTSS:Data-Based Decision Making (Fayetteville Street) | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Fayetteville Street Elementary School | Fayetteville Street Elementary School PLC Room
Thursday October 23, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Presenters: Felicia Sledge | [email protected] | MTSS Specialist
Location: Fayetteville Street Elementary School PLC Room
Description: Participants learn about the purpose of Universal Screening
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Thursday October 23, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Fayetteville Street Elementary School PLC Room
 
Monday, October 27
 

9:00am EDT

The Science of Behavior (Module 2) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Open District-Wide | Other... Old Northern 117 Tom Wilkinson Rd. Durham Room V2
LIMITED
Monday October 27, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Monique Bonner | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location: Other... Old Northern 117 Tom Wilkinson Rd. Durham Room V2
Description: 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.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Monday October 27, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Other... Old Northern 117 Tom Wilkinson Rd. Durham Room V2

12:00pm EDT

Verbal Behavior & the VB-MAPP: Teaching & Assessing Language for Students with Autism & Other Developmental Disabilities | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Open District-Wide | Other... Old Northern 117 Tom Wilkinson Rd. Durham Room V2
LIMITED
Monday October 27, 2025 12:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Monique Bonner | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location: Other... Old Northern 117 Tom Wilkinson Rd. Durham Room V2
Description: Participants will learn how to identify and teach a variety of verbal operants to students in order to improve language and communication skills. Participants will also learn to utilize the VB-MAPP for assessment and how to target instruction based on the outcomes of the assessment.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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: Assistants, Teachers
Monday October 27, 2025 12:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Other... Old Northern 117 Tom Wilkinson Rd. Durham Room V2
 
Tuesday, October 28
 

7:00am EDT

RHMS EC Department Meeting 10/28/25 | Facilitated by Rogers-Herr Middle School | Exceptional Children; Rogers-Herr Middle School | Rogers-Herr Middle School Media Center
Tuesday October 28, 2025 7:00am - 8:00am EDT
Presenters: Courtney Dauphinais | [email protected] | EC Team Lead
Location: Rogers-Herr Middle School Media Center
Description: The Rogers-Herr EC Department will hold their bi-weekly department meeting.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistant Principals, Principals, Teachers
Tuesday October 28, 2025 7:00am - 8:00am EDT
Rogers-Herr Middle School Media Center
 
Wednesday, October 29
 

6:30pm EDT

Community ED Before and Afterschool Staff - Group Management 101 | Facilitated by Community Education | Community Education | Hope Valley Elementary School Cafeteria
FILLING
Wednesday October 29, 2025 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity filling up
Presenters: Brenda Murphy-Burrow | [email protected] | Afterschool Site Manager; Shantel Riser | [email protected] | Afterschool Site Manager
Location: Hope Valley Elementary School Cafeteria
Description: This workshop will teach staff effective group management skills and ways to handle a group of students that are on your care.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Standards Aligned Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Group Leaders, Managers
Wednesday October 29, 2025 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
Hope Valley Elementary School Cafeteria
 
Thursday, October 30
 

8:00am EDT

Restorative Practices - Part 2 | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Eastway Elementary School | Eastway Elementary School Library
Thursday October 30, 2025 8:00am - 11:00am EDT
Presenters: Felicia Sledge | [email protected] | MTSS Specialist
Location: Eastway Elementary School Library
Description: Participants will learn about restorative dialogues and Tier 2 circles.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Thursday October 30, 2025 8:00am - 11:00am EDT
Eastway Elementary School Library
 
Friday, October 31
 

8:45am EDT

Riverside PLC: EC Tidbits | Facilitated by Riverside High School | Exceptional Children | Riverside High School Rm. 138
LIMITED
Friday October 31, 2025 8:45am - 9:15am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Charlotte Whipp | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Riverside High School Rm. 138
Description: Teacher will be given and reminded of helpful tidbits when writing an IEP. They will also be given time to ask any questions they may have.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Friday October 31, 2025 8:45am - 9:15am EDT
Riverside High School Rm. 138
 
Wednesday, November 5
 

2:40pm EST

Forest View: Character Strong SEL Learning Lab 3 | Facilitated by Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School Media Center
Wednesday November 5, 2025 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Presenters: Colleen Robinson | [email protected] | Instructional Coach; Mary Alice Sprinkle | [email protected] | Instructional Coach; Laura Weatherly | [email protected] | School Counselor
Location: Forest View Elementary School Media Center
Description: Ongoing Character Strong professional development series focused on practical SEL strategies that build empathy, connection, and belonging. This choice session is designed for staff who want to strengthen relationships and bring simple, impactful SEL practices into their work.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: School Counselors, Specialists, Teachers
Wednesday November 5, 2025 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Forest View Elementary School Media Center

3:00pm EST

Early Education Support Team (EEST) Meeting | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education | Bacon Street 165
LIMITED
Wednesday November 5, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Bacon Street 165
Description: Early Education Support Team (EEST) provides training and support to preschool staff members serving students in the community.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Speech Language Pathologists, Teachers
Wednesday November 5, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Bacon Street 165

3:00pm EST

Early Education Support Team (EEST) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education | Bacon Street 165
LIMITED
Wednesday November 5, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Bacon Street 165
Description: Early Education Support Team (EEST) provides training and support to preschool staff members serving students in the community.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Speech Language Pathologists, Teachers
Wednesday November 5, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Bacon Street 165
 
Thursday, November 6
 

9:00am EST

Benchmark Training: MOY-Yearlong Course- Required- Year-Round (Option 1- Trad Calendar) | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/zcge9
LIMITED
Thursday November 6, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability
Location: https://t.ly/zcge9
Description: To provide training for school-based Testing Coordinators (TC) on the administration of Local Benchmark Assessments through Mastery Connect.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, *None (Non-Instructional), 4th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators, Benchmark Test Coordinators
Thursday November 6, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EST
Online
 
Monday, November 10
 

9:00am EST

MTSS Facilitators Monthly PD - November | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Student Support Services | Staff Development Center M7 - YR & M1 for Traditional and Specialty
Monday November 10, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm EST
Presenters: Felicia Sledge | [email protected] | MTSS Specialist; Amy Miller | [email protected] | IABS Director
Location: Staff Development Center M7 - YR & M1 for Traditional and Specialty
Description: MTSS-Fs will gather with the IABS Department for professional development and implementation support.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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: Facilitators
Monday November 10, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm EST
Staff Development Center M7 - YR & M1 for Traditional and Specialty

1:30pm EST

FBA & BIP Tier III Behavior Interventions | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Hope Valley Elementary School |
LIMITED
Monday November 10, 2025 1:30pm - 3:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Kendra Suggs-Shealey | [email protected] | Coordinator
Location:
Description: This learning offering will provide information regarding conducting a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) and developing a Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP).
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: Leadership
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Monday November 10, 2025 1:30pm - 3:30pm EST
Online

6:30pm EST

Community ED Before and Afterschool Staff - Changing Your Mindset/Looking Out of The Eyes of a Child | Facilitated by Community Education | Community Education | Club Boulevard Elementary Cafeteria
FILLING
Monday November 10, 2025 6:30pm - 8:31pm EST
Limited Capacity filling up
Presenters: Alicia Albright | [email protected] | Afterschool Site Manager; Keshia Woodard | [email protected] | Afterschool Site Manager
Location: Club Boulevard Elementary Cafeteria
Description: Staff will gain skills and strategies for growth, mentorship and mindfulness when interacting with children.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Communication Skills
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Group Leaders, Managers
Monday November 10, 2025 6:30pm - 8:31pm EST
Club Boulevard Elementary Cafeteria
 
Wednesday, November 12
 

7:00am EST

RHMS EC Department Meeting 11/12/25 | Facilitated by Rogers-Herr Middle School | Exceptional Children; Rogers-Herr Middle School | Rogers-Herr Middle School Media Center
Wednesday November 12, 2025 7:00am - 8:00am EST
Presenters: Courtney Dauphinais | [email protected] | EC Team Lead
Location: Rogers-Herr Middle School Media Center
Description: The Rogers-Herr EC Department will hold their bi-weekly department meeting.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistant Principals, Principals, Teachers
Wednesday November 12, 2025 7:00am - 8:00am EST
Rogers-Herr Middle School Media Center

8:30am EST

Local and State Testing PD | Facilitated by Oak Grove Elementary School | Oak Grove Elementary School | Oak Grove Elementary School PLC Room
Wednesday November 12, 2025 8:30am - 9:05am EST
Presenters: Tonya Enoch | [email protected] | Literacy Teaching & Learning Coach
Location: Oak Grove Elementary School PLC Room
Description: Teachers will learn how the ethical and procedural routines for administering state and local assessments.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Instructional Assistants, Teachers
Wednesday November 12, 2025 8:30am - 9:05am EST
Oak Grove Elementary School PLC Room

9:00am EST

HHS Sem 1 EOY Benchmark Testing Training | Facilitated by Hillside High School | Hillside High School | Hillside High School Teams Meeting
Wednesday November 12, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am EST
Presenters: Stefanie Joyner | [email protected] | TLC
Location: Hillside High School Teams Meeting
Description: HHS Sem 1 EOY Benchmark Testing Training
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessment for Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday November 12, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am EST
Hillside High School Teams Meeting

1:30pm EST

Itinerant/Group Teachers Team Meeting | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education |
LIMITED
Wednesday November 12, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location:
Description: Preschool staff members serving students in the community and small group environment gather to share ideas and resources.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Wednesday November 12, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Online

2:45pm EST

The Science of Behavior (Module 1) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Open District-Wide | Lakewood Elementary School TBD
LIMITED
Wednesday November 12, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Monique Bonner | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location: Lakewood Elementary School TBD
Description: 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.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistants, Teachers
Wednesday November 12, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm EST
Lakewood Elementary School TBD
 
Thursday, November 13
 

1:00pm EST

DPS Psychologists PLC | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children | Staff Development Center M9
LIMITED
Thursday November 13, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Julie Anderson | [email protected] | Co-lead psychologist; Andrew Paschal | [email protected] | Co-lead psychologist; Laura Echols | [email protected] | Co-lead psychologist
Location: Staff Development Center M9
Description: Team learning
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Coaching and Mentoring, Team Building, Data Analysis
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Psychologists
Thursday November 13, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Staff Development Center M9

3:30pm EST

We Are KINGS/We Are QUEENS/We Are ROYALTY Coordinator Meeting (November 2025) | Facilitated by Equity | Equity |
LIMITED
Thursday November 13, 2025 3:30pm - 4:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Iwinosa Idahor | [email protected] | Equity Affairs
Location:
Description: Monthly KINGS/QUEENS/ROYALTY meeting geared towards providing coordinators with updates, resources and learning opportunities for optimal programming and improving student outcomes.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Coaching and Mentoring, Culturally Responsive Practices, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Team Building, Equity, Student-Centered Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Thursday November 13, 2025 3:30pm - 4:30pm EST
Online
 
Friday, November 14
 

12:00am EST

Benchmark Training: MOY-Yearlong Courses- Option 2- Traditional Calendar | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/8jXvi
LIMITED
Friday November 14, 2025 12:00am - 2:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability
Location: https://t.ly/8jXvi
Description: To provide training for school-based Testing Coordinators (TC) on the administration of Local Benchmark Assessments through Mastery Connect.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, *None (Non-Instructional), 4th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators, Benchmark Test Coordinators
Friday November 14, 2025 12:00am - 2:00pm EST
Online
 
Monday, November 17
 

9:00am EST

Fall End-of-Course (EOC) & CDM Training: Block- Semester 1 | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Hamlin Road 110
FILLING
Monday November 17, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm EST
Limited Capacity filling up
Presenters: Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability; Latelle Williams | [email protected] | Testing & Accountability Specialist
Location: Hamlin Road 110
Description: To provide training for school-based Testing Coordinators (TC) on the administration of the End-of-Course (EOC) assessment.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators
Monday November 17, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm EST
Hamlin Road 110

10:00am EST

November ECF/Leads Monthly Meeting | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children | Staff Development Center M1
Monday November 17, 2025 10:00am - 12:00pm EST
Presenters: Hannah Hribar | [email protected] | Presenter; Elaina Bradley | [email protected] | Presenter; Ajalyn Baker | [email protected] | Presenter; Sharon Richardson | [email protected] | Presenter; Dr. Kristin Bell | [email protected] | Presenter; Ken Hill | [email protected] | Presenter; Wendy Vavrousek | [email protected] | Presenter; Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Presenter; April Cheek | [email protected] | Presenter
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: November Meeting for ECFs and Leads
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Leadership
Targeted Roles: Leads, Facilitators
Monday November 17, 2025 10:00am - 12:00pm EST
Staff Development Center M1

1:00pm EST

ACT Accommodations-TAA Training- All High Schools | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Hamlin Road 110
FULL
Monday November 17, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Limited Capacity full
Presenters: Dr. Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability; Latelle Williams | [email protected] | Testing & Accountability Specialist
Location: Hamlin Road 110
Description: To provide training for school-based Testing Coordinators (TC) on requesting ACT authorized accommodations and supports.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: 11th Grade, *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators
Monday November 17, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Hamlin Road 110

1:00pm EST

Restorative Practices - Parts 1-3 | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Eastway Elementary School | Hope Valley Elementary School Library
Monday November 17, 2025 1:00pm - 3:30pm EST
Presenters: Felicia Sledge | [email protected] | MTSS Specialist
Location: Hope Valley Elementary School Library
Description: Participants will learn about restorative dialogues and Tier 2 circles.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Monday November 17, 2025 1:00pm - 3:30pm EST
Hope Valley Elementary School Library
 
Tuesday, November 18
 

8:30am EST

November School Counelor PD | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M1
LIMITED
Tuesday November 18, 2025 8:30am - 4:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Cherice Artis | [email protected] | K-12 School Counseling Coordinator; Tomeka Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Student Wellness and Advocacy Director; Kourtney Royster | [email protected] | Whole Child Wellbeing Specialist; Ebony Ross | [email protected] | McKinney Vento Coordinator; Laverne Mattocks-Perry | [email protected] | Senior Executive Director of Student Support Services
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: Participants will be empowered to design and implement a comprehensive school counseling program that effectively addresses the academic, career, and social/emotional development needs of students for the upcoming school year.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Counselors
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: School Counselors
Tuesday November 18, 2025 8:30am - 4:00pm EST
Staff Development Center M1
 
Wednesday, November 19
 

1:30pm EST

Itinerant/Group Teachers Team Meeting | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education | Bacon Street 163
LIMITED
Wednesday November 19, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Bacon Street 163
Description: Preschool staff members serving students in the community and small group environment gather to share ideas and resources.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Wednesday November 19, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Bacon Street 163

2:00pm EST

New LEA Representative Training Module 2 Option B | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center
Wednesday November 19, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Presenters: Dr. Kristin Bell | [email protected] | Presenter; Kenneth Hill | [email protected] | Presenter; Wendy Vavrousek | [email protected] | Presenter; Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Presenter; April Washington | [email protected] | Presenter
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: November Module 2 Child Find: The intersection of MTSS, 504, and EC When and when not to refer/test For each module (1-2), approved school-based staff who have been identifed as LEA representatives and approved by the EC department should attend 1 session per module. There are 2 training options per module, notated as option A or B. Please note that for Module 3 there is only 1 training date.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday November 19, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Staff Development Center

3:00pm EST

Early Education Support Team (EEST) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education | Bacon Street 165
LIMITED
Wednesday November 19, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Bacon Street 165
Description: Early Education Support Team (EEST) provides training and support to preschool staff members serving students in the community.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Speech Language Pathologists, Teachers
Wednesday November 19, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Bacon Street 165
 
Thursday, November 20
 

8:30am EST

School Social Work Monthly Meeting (November 2025) | Facilitated by Student Wellness and Advocacy | Student Wellness and Advocacy | Staff Development Center M1
Thursday November 20, 2025 8:30am - 12:30pm EST
Presenters: Kafi Hill | [email protected] | Lead School Social Worker; Felicia Sledge | [email protected] | MTSS/IABS Specialist; Tomeka-Ward Satterfield | [email protected] | Director of Student Wellness
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: Participants will collaborate and learn together using the National School Social Work Model as a guide. Each month, they will engage in data-informed practices, advocacy, and strategy-sharing to support student success and stay updated on district initiatives.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Social Work
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Social Workers
Thursday November 20, 2025 8:30am - 12:30pm EST
Staff Development Center M1

10:00am EST

Fostering Inclusivity: Brave(r) to Safe(r) Spaces in Schools | Facilitated by Equity | Student Support Services | Staff Development Center M1
LIMITED
Thursday November 20, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Iwinosa Idahor | [email protected] | Equity Affairs; Keaundra Robinson | [email protected] | Equity Affairs
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: Build a foundational understanding of the district’s LGBTQIA+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual+) and Gender Supports Policy. Discuss practical strategies for creating brave, safe and affirming spaces for students and staff that identify as a part of the LGBTQIA+ community. Apply learning using practical, hands-on activities.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, School Social Work, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Equity
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Social Workers
Thursday November 20, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Staff Development Center M1
  *None (Non-Instructional), Culturally Responsive Practices, School Social Work, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Equity
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Monday, November 24
 

3:00pm EST

Introduction to IDEA and Exceptional Children's Services | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Open District-Wide | Other... In-Person Staff Meeting, All Schools
Monday November 24, 2025 3:00pm - 3:45pm EST
Presenters: Hannah Hribar | [email protected] | Presenter; Kenneth Hill | [email protected] | Presenter; Wendy Vavrousek | [email protected] | Presenter; Kristin Bell | [email protected] | Presenter; Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Presenter; Elaina Bradley | [email protected] | Presenter; Ajalyn Baker | [email protected] | Presenter; Sharon Richardson | [email protected] | Presenter; April Cheek | [email protected] | Presenter
Location: Other... In-Person Staff Meeting, All Schools
Description: Professional development provided by EC Facilitators to school staff during a monthly staff meeting. Topics covered in this presentation include: 6 pillars of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), federal law; general characteristics of how disabilities may manifest for students in certain eligibility areas; general education teacher’s roles and responsibilities in supporting students with disabilities' IEP implementation and general education teacher participation in IEP meetings; and, who to reach out to for support when questions arise regarding any student disability-related needs.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Teachers
Monday November 24, 2025 3:00pm - 3:45pm EST
Other... In-Person Staff Meeting, All Schools
 
Tuesday, December 2
 

7:00am EST

RHMS EC Department Meeting 12/2/25 | Facilitated by Rogers-Herr Middle School | Exceptional Children; Rogers-Herr Middle School | Rogers-Herr Middle School Media Center
Tuesday December 2, 2025 7:00am - 8:00am EST
Presenters: Courtney Dauphinais | [email protected] | EC Team Lead
Location: Rogers-Herr Middle School Media Center
Description: The Rogers-Herr EC Department will hold their bi-weekly department meeting.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistant Principals, Principals, Teachers
Tuesday December 2, 2025 7:00am - 8:00am EST
Rogers-Herr Middle School Media Center

9:00am EST

MTSS Facilitators Monthly PD - December | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Student Support Services | Staff Development Center M1 for All
Tuesday December 2, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm EST
Presenters: Felicia Sledge | [email protected] | MTSS Specialist; Amy Miller | [email protected] | IABS Director
Location: Staff Development Center M1 for All
Description: MTSS-Fs will gather with the IABS Department for professional development and implementation support.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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: Facilitators
Tuesday December 2, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm EST
Staff Development Center M1 for All

10:00am EST

Xello Training | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/gvZMh
LIMITED
Tuesday December 2, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Cherice Artis | [email protected] | K-12 School Counseling Coordinator
Location: https://t.ly/gvZMh
Description: Xello overview that will focus on the student experience (lessons, assessments), career exploration, and reporting for educators.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Counselors
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: School Counselors
Tuesday December 2, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Online
 
Wednesday, December 3
 

1:30pm EST

Itinerant/Group Teachers Team Meeting | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education | Bacon Street 163
LIMITED
Wednesday December 3, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Bacon Street 163
Description: Preschool staff members serving students in the community and small group environment gather to share ideas and resources.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Wednesday December 3, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Bacon Street 163

2:40pm EST

Forest View: Character Strong SEL Learning Lab 4 | Facilitated by Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School Media Center
Wednesday December 3, 2025 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Presenters: Colleen Robinson | [email protected] | Instructional Coach; Mary Alice Sprinkle | [email protected] | Instructional Coach; Laura Weatherly | [email protected] | School Counselor
Location: Forest View Elementary School Media Center
Description: Ongoing Character Strong professional development series focused on practical SEL strategies that build empathy, connection, and belonging. This choice session is designed for staff who want to strengthen relationships and bring simple, impactful SEL practices into their work.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: School Counselors, Specialists, Teachers
Wednesday December 3, 2025 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Forest View Elementary School Media Center

3:00pm EST

Early Education Support Team (EEST) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education | Bacon Street 165
LIMITED
Wednesday December 3, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Bacon Street 165
Description: Early Education Support Team (EEST) provides training and support to preschool staff members serving students in the community.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Speech Language Pathologists, Teachers
Wednesday December 3, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Bacon Street 165
 
Thursday, December 4
 

9:00am EST

McKinney-Vento 101: Supporting Students in Transition | Facilitated by Student Support Services | School Nutrition Services | Staff Development Center M-1
LIMITED
Thursday December 4, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Mattocks-Perry | [email protected] | Senior Executive Director of Student Support Services; Tomeka Ward Satterfield | [email protected] | Director of Student Wellness & Advocacy; Ebony Ross | [email protected] | McKinney-Vento Coordinator
Location: Staff Development Center M-1
Description: In this session, participants will engage in a brief welcome and connection activity before receiving a clear overview of the McKinney-Vento Act. We will discuss the basic rights of students experiencing homelessness and outline the supports and resources available within Durham Public Schools. This session is designed to build understanding, strengthen compliance, and ensure that staff are equipped to support students in transition.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Student Wellness and Advocacy
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Thursday December 4, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am EST
Staff Development Center M-1

10:00am EST

Back-Up Data Manager Training | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Classified | Hamlin Road 1817 Hamlin Rd Durham, NC 27704 (Hamlin Rd Conference Room)
LIMITED
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Shanita Graves | [email protected] | District Analyst
Location: Hamlin Road 1817 Hamlin Rd Durham, NC 27704 (Hamlin Rd Conference Room)
Description: This session is designed to train backup data managers on the functions within Infinite Campus, ensuring they are prepared to effectively step in during the absence of the primary data managers.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Infinite Campus
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Data Managers
Thursday December 4, 2025 10:00am - 12:30pm EST
Hamlin Road 1817 Hamlin Rd Durham, NC 27704 (Hamlin Rd Conference Room)
 
Friday, December 5
 

8:30am EST

ECF Responsibilities | Facilitated by Riverside High School | | Riverside High School 138
LIMITED
Friday December 5, 2025 8:30am - 9:15am EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: [email protected]
Location: Riverside High School 138
Description: Learn what your EC facilitator is responsible for at your school.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles:
Friday December 5, 2025 8:30am - 9:15am EST
Riverside High School 138

9:00am EST

REQUIRED: ACCESS Training - All Elementary STCs, Ignite, Hospital and SCS and Rogers-Herr- STCs Only | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center SDC-M9
FILLING
Friday December 5, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm EST
Limited Capacity filling up
Presenters: Dr. Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability; Latelle Williams | [email protected] | Testing & Accountability Specialist
Location: Staff Development Center SDC-M9
Description: To provide training for school-based Testing Coordinators (TC) on the administration of the ACCESS assessment.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators
Friday December 5, 2025 9:00am - 3:00pm EST
Staff Development Center SDC-M9

3:00pm EST

REQUIRED for Select: Alternate ACCESS Training - Select Elementary + RHMS- STCs Only | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center SDC-M9
LIMITED
Friday December 5, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Testing & Accountability Specialist
Location: Staff Development Center SDC-M9
Description: To provide training for school-based Testing Coordinators (TC) on the administration of Alternate ACCESS assessment.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators
Friday December 5, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Staff Development Center SDC-M9
 
Wednesday, December 10
 

12:00pm EST

R.N. Harris-Empowering Educators: Leveraging Panorama Data & Supporting Military-Connected Students | Facilitated by R.N. Harris Elementary School | R.N. Harris Elementary School | R. N. Harris Elementary School
Wednesday December 10, 2025 12:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Presenters: Queen Pryor | [email protected] | School Counselor; Shaniqua Hood | [email protected] | MTSS Facilitator; Keomi Dunn | [email protected] | Social Worker
Location: R. N. Harris Elementary School
Description: This session equips RN Harris staff to use Panorama survey data for tiered student support and to understand Purple Star program initiatives for military-connected students. Educators will learn how to interpret data, apply interventions, and access resources to support all learners.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional, Data Analysis
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Instructional Assistants, Teachers
Wednesday December 10, 2025 12:00pm - 2:00pm EST
R. N. Harris Elementary School

12:45pm EST

Little River Panorama Training | Facilitated by Little River Elementary School | Little River Elementary School | Little River Elementary School Media Center
LIMITED
Wednesday December 10, 2025 12:45pm - 2:45pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Erica McRae | [email protected] | Teaching and Learning Coach/MTSS Facilitator
Location: Little River Elementary School Media Center
Description: Learn how to navigate and enter information into Panorama.
Subject Area(s): Digital Learning Standards, *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS, Professional Learning System and Processes
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Wednesday December 10, 2025 12:45pm - 2:45pm EST
Little River Elementary School Media Center

1:00pm EST

Bethesda Elem Restorative Practices Part 1 | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Bethesda Elementary School | Bethesda Elementary School Media Center
LIMITED
Wednesday December 10, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Felicia Sledge | [email protected] | Specialist; Amy Miller | [email protected] | Director
Location: Bethesda Elementary School Media Center
Description: First part of RP training- including overview of RP, Social Discipline Window, Affective statements.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday December 10, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Bethesda Elementary School Media Center

1:00pm EST

OGE ER Day EC and IEP Training | Facilitated by Oak Grove Elementary School | Oak Grove Elementary School | Oak Grove Elementary School Media Center
Wednesday December 10, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Presenters: Thomas | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Oak Grove Elementary School Media Center
Description: In this session, teachers will learn more about EC and the IEP process focusing on being legally compliant, student-centered instruction, covering areas like eligibility, developing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), implementing strategies for inclusion, using data for progress monitoring.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children, MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, *None (Non-Instructional), Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday December 10, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Oak Grove Elementary School Media Center

1:00pm EST

Restorative Practices Part 1 - Bethesda | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Bethesda Elementary School | Bethesda Elementary School
Wednesday December 10, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Presenters: Monte Cromwell | [email protected] | RPC
Location: Bethesda Elementary School
Description: Participants will learn about restorative practices and discover strategies for implementation
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday December 10, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Bethesda Elementary School

1:00pm EST

Restorative Practices Training (Part 1) | Facilitated by Bethesda Elementary School | Bethesda Elementary School | Bethesda Elementary School
Wednesday December 10, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Presenters: Amy Miller | [email protected] | Director of Integrated Academic and Behavior Systems
Location: Bethesda Elementary School
Description: This professional learning session is designed to deepen staff understanding of Restorative Practices as a proactive and responsive approach to school culture, behavior, and relationships. Participants will explore how restorative mindsets and strategies strengthen community, promote accountability, and support students in repairing harm while maintaining their sense of dignity and belonging.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday December 10, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Bethesda Elementary School

1:00pm EST

DOK - Increasing Task rigor | Facilitated by Fayetteville Street Elementary School | Open District-Wide | Fayetteville Street Elementary School Media Center
LIMITED
Wednesday December 10, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Sheree Doman | [email protected] | T&L Coach
Location: Fayetteville Street Elementary School Media Center
Description: Increasing the knowledge of staff in making activities for students more rigorous in the hope of improving their achievement levels.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Digital Learning Standards, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Strategy-Based for any content, ELA , *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Increased Rigor
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday December 10, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Fayetteville Street Elementary School Media Center

1:20pm EST

Lakeview School: Reset, Refocus, Reignite: Staff Wellness Day | Facilitated by Lakeview School | Lakeview School | Lakeview School Gym
LIMITED
Wednesday December 10, 2025 1:20pm - 1:50pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Tammi Siler-Hayes | [email protected] | Restorative Practice Coordinator; Shavalia Ingram | [email protected] | Mental Health Specialist; Wanda Ceres | [email protected] | High School Counselor
Location: Lakeview School Gym
Description: “Reset, Refocus, Reignite: Staff Wellness Day” is a rejuvenating professional development experience designed to support educators’ mental, emotional, and physical well-being. This session recognizes that healthy, grounded, and energized staff are essential to creating safe, supportive, and productive learning environments for students. Participants will engage in interactive wellness stations, mindfulness practices, and reflective activities centered on stress management, work-life balance, emotional regulation, and strategies for maintaining a positive mindset when working in high-needs or high-stress school settings.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Team Building, Communication Skills
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday December 10, 2025 1:20pm - 1:50pm EST
Lakeview School Gym

1:45pm EST

Restorative Practices | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Brogden Middle School | Brogden Middle School Media Center
LIMITED
Wednesday December 10, 2025 1:45pm - 3:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Tomeka Ward Satterfield | [email protected] | Director of Student Wellness and Advocacy
Location: Brogden Middle School Media Center
Description: This professional learning session is designed to deepen staff understanding of Restorative Practices as a proactive and responsive approach to school culture, behavior, and relationships. Participants will explore how restorative mindsets and strategies strengthen community, promote accountability, and support students in repairing harm while maintaining their sense of dignity and belonging. Through interactive discussion, modeling, and school-based scenarios, staff will learn practical tools such as community circles, affective statements, restorative conversations, and collaborative problem-solving. The session will include opportunities to reflect on current practices, identify barriers, and plan for consistent implementation aligned with our schoolwide expectations and equity commitments.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday December 10, 2025 1:45pm - 3:00pm EST
Brogden Middle School Media Center

2:00pm EST

Trauma Informed Schools | Facilitated by Student Wellness and Advocacy | Hillside High School | Hillside High School Media Center
LIMITED
Wednesday December 10, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Gloria Sanchez | [email protected] | SEL & Mental Health Coordinator
Location: Hillside High School Media Center
Description: Trauma-informed school training will teach staff the knowledge, skills, and mindset to create a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment for all students, particularly those who may have experienced trauma. This involves understanding the impact of trauma on learning and behavior, recognizing trauma symptoms, and implementing evidence-based practices to promote healing and resilience.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Student Wellness and Advocacy
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday December 10, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Hillside High School Media Center

2:00pm EST

🦉WISE PATHS TO SUCCESS: Preparing Owls to Soar on Purpose: https://t.ly/dEnWP (QR Code) | Facilitated by Durham School of Technology | Durham School of Technology | Durham School of Technology DST Learning Lab
LIMITED
Wednesday December 10, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Lucretia Smith | [email protected] | CIMC/CDC; Jaye Pratt | [email protected] | RPC; Alexis Van Culin | [email protected] | Teacher-CTE Technology; Aleenih Carter-Kee | [email protected] | Teacher-History
Location: Durham School of Technology DST Learning Lab
Description: This professional learning experience equips all DST Owls—teachers, staff, and leaders—with the tools, clarity, and systems needed to ensure a successful testing season, a consistent and supportive learning environment, and strong community partnerships for all scholars. Through targeted sessions aligned with DPS Strategic Priorities, staff will strengthen assessment readiness, improve classroom culture, and expand support for military-connected students. Together, we will lead with wisdom, strengthen our practice, and prepare our scholars to soar.
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content, CTE, *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Team Building, Beginning Teachers, Professional Learning System and Processes
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday December 10, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Durham School of Technology DST Learning Lab

2:00pm EST

Jordan HS- Core Behavior Practices in an MTSS | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Jordan High School | Jordan High School TBD
LIMITED
Wednesday December 10, 2025 2:00pm - 4:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Amy Miller | [email protected] | Director; Laverne Mattocks-Perry | [email protected] | Senior Executive Director; Christina Richardson | [email protected] | Specialist
Location: Jordan High School TBD
Description: Staff will learn the best practices to adopt a preventative rather than reactive system for student behavior. They will reflect on current practices and make a plan for improvement.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS, Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday December 10, 2025 2:00pm - 4:30pm EST
Jordan High School TBD

2:00pm EST

MTSS - Core Tier 1 Behavior Practices | Facilitated by Jordan High School | Jordan High School | Jordan High School Media Center Conference Room
LIMITED
Wednesday December 10, 2025 2:00pm - 4:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Amy Miller | [email protected] | Director of Integrated Academic and Behavior Systems
Location: Jordan High School Media Center Conference Room
Description: School social counselors and adminstrators will talk through creating a system to proactively manage behavior across the building-Tier 1 behavior practices. 
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Social Workers, Assistant Principals, School Counselors
Wednesday December 10, 2025 2:00pm - 4:30pm EST
Jordan High School Media Center Conference Room

2:30pm EST

Extended School Year Eligibility (ESY) Determination Procedures | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Open District-Wide |
LIMITED
Wednesday December 10, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Monique Bonner | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: 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.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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: Facilitators, Teachers
Wednesday December 10, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm EST
Online

2:30pm EST

JHS Operations Reset | Facilitated by Jordan High School | Jordan High School | Jordan High School Media Center
LIMITED
Wednesday December 10, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Susan Stewart Taylor | [email protected] | Principal; Aiyanna Williams | [email protected] | Assistant Principal
Location: Jordan High School Media Center
Description: In alignment with DPS Strategic Plan #2, participants will review practices and processes that support the whole child while maintaining safe, quality teaching and learning environment.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Operations
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday December 10, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm EST
Jordan High School Media Center
 
Thursday, December 11
 

8:30am EST

School Social Work Monthly Meeting (December 2025) | Facilitated by Student Wellness and Advocacy | Student Wellness and Advocacy | Staff Development Center M1
Thursday December 11, 2025 8:30am - 12:30pm EST
Presenters: Tomeka-Ward Satterfield | [email protected] | Director of Student Wellness
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: Participants will collaborate and learn together using the National School Social Work Model as a guide. Each month, they will engage in data-informed practices, advocacy, and strategy-sharing to support student success and stay updated on district initiatives.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Social Work
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Social Workers
Thursday December 11, 2025 8:30am - 12:30pm EST
Staff Development Center M1

9:30am EST

December Faculty Meeting - EOC Training | Facilitated by Jordan High School | Jordan High School | Jordan High School 124
LIMITED
Thursday December 11, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Andrea Ruby | [email protected] | Assistant Principal
Location: Jordan High School 124
Description: Training for EOCs
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Thursday December 11, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am EST
Jordan High School 124

10:00am EST

Community ED Before and Afterschool Staff - SEL: It's Not Just for the Kids! | Facilitated by Community Education | Community Education | Staff Development Center M8
LIMITED
Thursday December 11, 2025 10:00am - 11:30am EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Tameka Bridges | [email protected] | Afterschool Site Manager; Gaile Sledge | [email protected] | Afterschool Site Manager
Location: Staff Development Center M8
Description: This workshop will show how incorporating health and well-being (wellness) into a workshop or a staff meeting provides an opportunity for employees to connect, feel more appreciated, move their body and engage their mind resulting in a healthier and more productive team.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Communication Skills, Curriculum and Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Group Leaders, Managers
Thursday December 11, 2025 10:00am - 11:30am EST
Staff Development Center M8
 
Friday, December 12
 

8:45am EST

Riverside PLC - SOPs | Facilitated by Riverside High School | Riverside High School | Riverside High School RM. 138
LIMITED
Friday December 12, 2025 8:45am - 9:15am EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Charlotte Whipp | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Riverside High School RM. 138
Description: Teachers will be able to complete a summary of performance for students exiting EC services due to graduation or reaching maximum age.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Friday December 12, 2025 8:45am - 9:15am EST
Riverside High School Rm. 138
 
Monday, December 15
 

3:45pm EST

The Science of Behavior (Module 1) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Open District-Wide | Lowe's Grove Middle School TBD
LIMITED
Monday December 15, 2025 3:45pm - 5:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Monique Bonner | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location: Lowe's Grove Middle School TBD
Description: 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.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistants, Teachers
Monday December 15, 2025 3:45pm - 5:00pm EST
Lowe's Grove Middle School TBD
 
Tuesday, December 16
 

2:45pm EST

The Science of Behavior (Module 1) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Open District-Wide | Club Boulevard Elementary TBD
LIMITED
Tuesday December 16, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Monique Bonner | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location: Club Boulevard Elementary TBD
Description: 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.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistants, Teachers
Tuesday December 16, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm EST
Club Boulevard Elementary TBD
 
Wednesday, December 17
 

9:00am EST

December Secondary School Counselor PD | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M1
LIMITED
Wednesday December 17, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Cherice Artis | [email protected] | K-12 School Counseling Coordinator; Tomeka Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Student Wellness and Advocacy Director; Kourtney Royster | [email protected] | Whole Child Wellbeing Specialist; Ebony Ross | [email protected] | McKinney Vento Coordinator; Laverne Mattocks-Perry | [email protected] | Senior Executive Director of Student Support Services
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: Participants will be empowered to design and implement a comprehensive school counseling program that effectively addresses the academic, career, and social/emotional development needs of students for the upcoming school year.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Counselors
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: School Counselors
Wednesday December 17, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EST
Staff Development Center M1

10:00am EST

December Elementary School Counselor PD | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M1
LIMITED
Wednesday December 17, 2025 10:00am - 12:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Cherice Artis | [email protected] | K-12 School Counseling Coordinator; Tomeka Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Student Wellness and Advocacy Director
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: This session will help school counselors recognize signs of trauma and apply trauma-informed strategies to create safe, supportive, and responsive learning environments for all students. Participants will leave with practical tools to better support student well-being and resilience.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Counselors
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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: School Counselors
Wednesday December 17, 2025 10:00am - 12:00pm EST
Staff Development Center M1

1:00pm EST

Creekside: Sensory vs. Behavioral Response | Facilitated by Creekside Elementary | Creekside Elementary | Creekside Elementary media center
LIMITED
Wednesday December 17, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Victoria Cremer | [email protected] | principal
Location: Creekside Elementary media center
Description: Participants will define the differece, idntify supports, and implement strategies related to sensory and behavioral responses.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday December 17, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Creekside Elementary Media Center

3:00pm EST

Early Education Support Team (EEST) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education | Bacon Street 165
LIMITED
Wednesday December 17, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Bacon Street 165
Description: Early Education Support Team (EEST) provides training and support to preschool staff members serving students in the community.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Speech Language Pathologists, Teachers
Wednesday December 17, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Bacon Street 165
 
Thursday, December 18
 

9:00am EST

REQUIRED: ACCESS Training - All Middle & High School, DSA, Lakeview STCs and All Elem BTCs; Make-up for December 5th | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Other... Old Northern High School- Room V1-117 Tom Wilkinson Rd- Durha
LIMITED
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability; Latelle Williams | [email protected] | Testing & Accountability Specialist
Location: Other... Old Northern High School- Room V1-117 Tom Wilkinson Rd- Durham, NC 27712
Description: To provide training for school-based Testing Coordinators (TC) on the administration of the ACCESS assessment.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators

3:00pm EST

REQUIRED for Select: Alternate ACCESS Training - Select Middle & High School +Select Elem BTCs; MAKE-UP for December 5th | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Other... Old Northern High School- Room V1-117 Tom Wilkinson Rd- D
LIMITED
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability; Latelle Williams | [email protected] | Testing & Accountability Specialist
Location: Other... Old Northern High School- Room V1-117 Tom Wilkinson Rd- Durham, NC 27712
Description: To provide training for school-based Testing Coordinators (TC) on the administration of Alternate ACCESS assessment.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators
 
Friday, December 19
 

4:00pm EST

We Are KINGS/We Are QUEENS/We Are ROYALTY Coordinator Meeting (December 2025) | Facilitated by Equity | Equity |
LIMITED
Friday December 19, 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Iwinosa Idahor | [email protected] | Equity Affairs
Location:
Description: Monthly KINGS/QUEENS/ROYALTY meeting geared towards providing coordinators with updates, resources and learning opportunities for optimal programming and improving student outcomes.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Coaching and Mentoring, Culturally Responsive Practices, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Team Building, Equity, Student-Centered Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Friday December 19, 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm EST
Online
 
Monday, December 22
 

10:00am EST

From Compliance to Commitment: Aligning Restorative Practices with the School Improvement Plan (SIP) | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide |
LIMITED
Monday December 22, 2025 10:00am - 12:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Gradesa Lockhart | [email protected] | Director STOP Violence
Location:
Description: This professional development session, “From Compliance to Commitment: Aligning Restorative Practices with the School Improvement Plan (SIP),” is designed to help school leaders and teams integrate restorative practices into their existing improvement strategies. Participants will explore how the revised Code of Conduct aligns with SIP priorities, ensuring discipline approaches foster inclusivity and equity. The session emphasizes creating or refining SIP goals and action steps that reflect a restorative culture, inclusive discipline, and strong family engagement. Attendees will learn practical strategies to embed these principles into school systems for sustainable impact. A key outcome will be the development of a 30-60-90 day action step plan to guide implementation and monitor progress of the relevant indicators in NCStar. By the end of the session, participants will leave with actionable steps to transform compliance-driven practices into a commitment to restorative values that strengthen school climate and student success.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership, Building Learning System Capacity, Equity
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Assistant Principals, Principals
Monday December 22, 2025 10:00am - 12:00pm EST
Online

3:00pm EST

Understanding IEPs: A Guide for General Education Teachers | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Open District-Wide | Other... In-Person Staff Meeting, All Schools
Monday December 22, 2025 3:00pm - 3:45pm EST
Presenters: Hannah Hribar | [email protected] | Presenter; Kenneth Hill | [email protected] | Presenter; Wendy Vavrousek | [email protected] | Presenter; Kristin Bell | [email protected] | Presenter; Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Presenter; Elaina Bradley | [email protected] | Presenter; Ajalyn Baker | [email protected] | Presenter; Sharon Richardson | [email protected] | Presenter; April Cheek | [email protected] | Presenter
Location: Other... In-Person Staff Meeting, All Schools
Description: Professional development provided by EC Facilitators to school staff during a monthly staff meeting. Topics covered in this presentation include: what is an IEP, importance of IEPs, key components of IEPs, the role of the general education teacher, accommodations versus modifications, and progress monitoring.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Teachers
Monday December 22, 2025 3:00pm - 3:45pm EST
Other... In-Person Staff Meeting, All Schools

3:00pm EST

The IEP: Present Levels of Academic and Functional Performance | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children | Other... EC PLCs, All Schools
Monday December 22, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Presenters: Hannah Hribar | [email protected] | Presenter; Wendy Vavrousek | [email protected] | Presenter; Kenneth Hill | [email protected] | Presenter; Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Presenter; Kristin Bell | [email protected] | Presenter; April Cheek | [email protected] | Presenter; Ajalyn Baker | [email protected] | Presenter; Sharon Richardson | [email protected] | Presenter; Elaina Bradley | [email protected] | Presenter
Location: Other... EC PLCs, All Schools
Description: Professional development provided by EC Facilitators during scheduled PLCs with EC teachers and related service providers. Topics covered during this session include components of a quality PLAAFP.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Occupational Therapists, Speech Language Pathologists, Instructional Assistants, Physical Therapists, Psychologists, Specialists, Teachers
Monday December 22, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Other... EC PLCs, All Schools

3:00pm EST

The IEP: Progress Monitoring of IEP Goals and Objectives | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children | Other... EC PLCs, All Schools
Monday December 22, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Presenters: Hannah Hribar | [email protected] | Presenter; Wendy Vavrousek | [email protected] | Presenter; Kenneth Hill | [email protected] | Presenter; Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Presenter; Kristin Bell | [email protected] | Presenter; April Cheek | [email protected] | Presenter; Ajalyn Baker | [email protected] | Presenter; Sharon Richardson | [email protected] | Presenter; Elaina Bradley | [email protected] | Presenter
Location: Other... EC PLCs, All Schools
Description: Professional development provided by EC Facilitators during scheduled PLCs with EC teachers and related service providers. Topics covered during this session include how to progress monitor IEP goals and objectives and developing and maintaining data notebooks.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Occupational Therapists, Speech Language Pathologists, Instructional Assistants, Physical Therapists, Psychologists, Specialists, Teachers
Monday December 22, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Other... EC PLCs, All Schools
 
Tuesday, January 6
 

9:00am EST

Lakeview School: EOC Administrator and Proctor Training | Facilitated by Lakeview School | Lakeview School | Lakeview School Cafetorium
LIMITED
Tuesday January 6, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: LaShonda Morrisey | [email protected] | Teacher
Location: Lakeview School Cafetorium
Description: This professional development session is designed to support teachers in strengthening their instruction and assessment practices, aligning them with End-of-Course (EOC) expectations.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE, Healthful Living, Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.), *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade, Leadership
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Tuesday January 6, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EST
Lakeview School Cafetorium

9:00am EST

MTSS Facilitators Monthly PD - January | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Student Support Services | Staff Development Center M1 for All
Tuesday January 6, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm EST
Presenters: Felicia Sledge | [email protected] | MTSS Specialist; Amy Miller | [email protected] | IABS Director
Location: Staff Development Center M1 for All
Description: MTSS-Fs will gather with the IABS Department for professional development and implementation support.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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: Facilitators
Tuesday January 6, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm EST
Staff Development Center M1 for All

3:20pm EST

Lakeview School: Staff Meeting- Purple Hearts Military Training/ Curriculum District Assessments Update/ and PBIS | Facilitated by Lakeview School | Lakeview School | Lakeview School Cafetorium
LIMITED
Tuesday January 6, 2026 3:20pm - 4:20pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Evangela Richardson | [email protected] | AP; Dr. Theresa McGowan | [email protected] | Principal
Location: Lakeview School Cafetorium
Description: This faculty meeting will focus on three essential areas that directly support student learning, school culture, and instructional alignment: Purple Hearts Military Training/Curriculum, District Assessments Updates, and Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS). Participants will deepen their understanding of how each initiative connects to their daily practice and contributes to a safe, supportive, and academically aligned learning environment.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Strategy-Based for any content, CTE, ELA , Healthful Living, *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Curriculum and Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, *None (Non-Instructional), 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade, Leadership
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Tuesday January 6, 2026 3:20pm - 4:20pm EST
Lakeview School Cafetorium
 
Wednesday, January 7
 

10:00am EST

Back-Up Data Manager Training | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Classified | Hamlin Road 1817 Hamlin Rd Durham, NC 27704 (Hamlin Rd Conference Room)
LIMITED
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Shanita Graves | [email protected] | District Analyst
Location: Hamlin Road 1817 Hamlin Rd Durham, NC 27704 (Hamlin Rd Conference Room)
Description: This session is designed to train backup data managers on the functions within Infinite Campus, ensuring they are prepared to effectively step in during the absence of the primary data managers.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Infinite Campus
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Data Managers
Wednesday January 7, 2026 10:00am - 12:30pm EST
Hamlin Road 1817 Hamlin Rd Durham, NC 27704 (Hamlin Rd Conference Room)

2:40pm EST

Forest View: Character Strong SEL Learning Lab 5 | Facilitated by Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School Media Center
Wednesday January 7, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Presenters: Colleen Robinson | [email protected] | Instructional Coach; Mary Alice Sprinkle | [email protected] | Instructional Coach; Laura Weatherly | [email protected] | School Counselor
Location: Forest View Elementary School Media Center
Description: Ongoing Character Strong professional development series focused on practical SEL strategies that build empathy, connection, and belonging. This choice session is designed for staff who want to strengthen relationships and bring simple, impactful SEL practices into their work.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: School Counselors, Specialists, Teachers
Wednesday January 7, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Forest View Elementary School Media Center

3:00pm EST

Early Education Support Team (EEST) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education | Bacon Street 165
LIMITED
Wednesday January 7, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Bacon Street 165
Description: Early Education Support Team (EEST) provides training and support to preschool staff members serving students in the community.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Speech Language Pathologists, Teachers
Wednesday January 7, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Bacon Street 165
 
Thursday, January 8
 

9:00am EST

FINAL Make-Up: ACCESS Training - All School Levels [Max Capacity =30] | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center SDC-M8
LIMITED
Thursday January 8, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Testing & Accountability Specialist
Location: Staff Development Center SDC-M8
Description: To provide training for school-based Testing Coordinators (TC) on the administration of the ACCESS assessment.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators
Thursday January 8, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm EST
Staff Development Center SDC-M8

3:00pm EST

FINAL: Make-Up: Alt. ACCESS Training - All School Levels [Max Capacity =30] | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center SDC-M8
LIMITED
Thursday January 8, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Testing & Accountability Specialist
Location: Staff Development Center SDC-M8
Description: To provide training for school-based Testing Coordinators (TC) on the administration of Alternate ACCESS assessment.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators
Thursday January 8, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Staff Development Center SDC-M8
 
Wednesday, January 14
 

1:03pm EST

Itinerant/Group Teachers Team Meeting | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education | Bacon Street 163
LIMITED
Wednesday January 14, 2026 1:03pm - 2:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Bacon Street 163
Description: Preschool staff members serving students in the community and small group environment gather to share ideas and resources.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Wednesday January 14, 2026 1:03pm - 2:30pm EST
Bacon Street 163
 
Thursday, January 15
 

8:30am EST

School Social Work Monthly Meeting (January 2026) | Facilitated by Student Wellness and Advocacy | Student Wellness and Advocacy | Staff Development Center M1
Thursday January 15, 2026 8:30am - 4:30pm EST
Presenters: Tomeka-Ward Satterfield | [email protected] | Director of Student Wellness; Deja Flythe | [email protected] | McKinney Vento Social Worker; Felicia Sledge | [email protected] | MTSS Specialist; Ebony Ross | [email protected] | McKinney Vento Coordinator
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: Participants will collaborate and learn together using the National School Social Work Model as a guide. Each month, they will engage in data-informed practices, advocacy, and strategy-sharing to support student success and stay updated on district initiatives.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Social Work
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Social Workers
Thursday January 15, 2026 8:30am - 4:30pm EST
Staff Development Center M1

10:00am EST

Community ED Before and Afterschool Staff - Are We Leading In Excellence | Facilitated by Community Education | Community Education | Staff Development Center M9
LIMITED
Thursday January 15, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Latasha Holmes | [email protected] | Afterschool Site Manager
Location: Staff Development Center M9
Description: In this workshop participants will engage in leadership demonstrations that will give insight on how to lead in excellence within our afterschool programs.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Communication Skills, Curriculum and Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Group Leaders, Managers
Thursday January 15, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am EST
Staff Development Center M9

3:30pm EST

Session 2: Disaggregating Discipline Data for Equity (Data with Dignity: Using Equity-Centered Inquiry to Drive Change) | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M9
LIMITED
Thursday January 15, 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: LaVerne Mattocks-Perry | [email protected] | Student Support Services; Melissa Watson | [email protected] | Student Support Services; Keaundra Robinson | [email protected] | Equity Affairs; Iwinosa Idahor | [email protected] | Equity Affairs; Gradesa Lockhart | [email protected] | Student Support Services
Location: Staff Development Center M9
Description: This interactive session helps educators and school system leaders connect the dots between perception, policy, and place. Participants examine how their own mental models are shaped by broader social norms—and how those patterns influence who teaches, who learns, and who thrives. Using Educators Handbook and Panorama discipline dashboards, participants will surface patterns, question assumptions, and strengthen their ability to lead equity-centered, restorative change.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, Social Emotional, Equity, Student-Centered Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional), Leadership
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Thursday January 15, 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm EST
Staff Development Center M9
  *None (Non-Instructional), Culturally Responsive Practices, Social Emotional, Equity, Student-Centered Learning
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Friday, January 16
 

12:00pm EST

Exceptional Children PreK-12 Specialized Programs Handbook | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday January 16, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Monique Bonner | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: The Exceptional Children PreK–12 Specialized Programs Handbook serves as a comprehensive guide for educators, administrators, and support staff working with students with disabilities. It outlines program models, instructional practices, classroom and environmental considerations, related services, compliance requirements, and procedures to ensure high-quality, consistent supports across PreK–12 specialized settings.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday January 16, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Online

1:00pm EST

Overview of EC | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday January 16, 2026 1:00pm - 1:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Monique Bonner | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: Participants will understand how students qualify to receive special education (Exceptional Children’s) services, review the categories of disabilities, learn the components of an IEP, and review the purpose of FBAs and BIPs.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday January 16, 2026 1:00pm - 1:30pm EST
Online

1:00pm EST

Classroom Design: Designing Spaces to Meet the Needs of Students with Disabilities | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Open District-Wide |
LIMITED
Friday January 16, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Monique Bonner | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This training focuses on how intentional classroom and school space design can support access, engagement, and independence for students with disabilities. Participants will learn practical strategies for organizing environments, addressing sensory and physical needs, and using visual and environmental supports to promote inclusion, safety, and meaningful learning across settings.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday January 16, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Online

1:00pm EST

Teaching Toilet Training | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday January 16, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Monique Bonner | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: Participants will Identify the difference between changing and toilet training , learn the best practices for toilet training, and develop a toilet training plan.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday January 16, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Online
 
Tuesday, January 20
 

8:00am EST

PART 1 Grading in Infinite Campus | Facilitated by Lyons Farm Elementary | Lyons Farm Elementary | Lyons Farm Elementary Media Center
Tuesday January 20, 2026 8:00am - 9:00am EST
Presenters: Jazma Dickerson | [email protected] | Instructional Coach
Location: Lyons Farm Elementary Media Center
Description: This professional learning session is Part 1 of a two-part series designed to support teachers in accurately entering grades within Infinite Campus. This session will focus on entering Quarter 1 and Quarter 2 grades. Participants will develop a foundational understanding of grading expectations, navigation within Infinite Campus, and best practices for entering standards-based and/or content grades aligned with district guidelines. Time will be provided to walk through the process step by step, address common questions, and ensure consistency and equity in grading practices across classrooms. Following the whole-group session, teachers will transition into team PLCs to collaboratively input grades with support.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Infinite Campus
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Specialists, Teachers
Tuesday January 20, 2026 8:00am - 9:00am EST
Lyons Farm Elementary Media Center

8:30am EST

Required LEA Representative Training: Option A | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | School Leadership | Staff Development Center M-1
LIMITED
Tuesday January 20, 2026 8:30am - 4:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Kristin Bell | [email protected] | Presenter; Kenneth Hill | [email protected] | Presenter; Wendy Vavrousek | [email protected] | Presenter; Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Presenter; April Washington | [email protected] | Presenter
Location: Staff Development Center M-1
Description: Topics for this day long training include: 1. The Long and Winding Road: State of EC in DPS/Review of Pitfalls and Common Mistakes 2. How to Be an Effective LEA Representative 3. Seclusion & Restraint Policy Updates & Training 4. Child Find: The Intersection of MTSS, 504 and EC 5. Documentation Essentials: Progress Monitoring (A Review of the Courts’ View: What’s Helpful, What Isn’t—and How to Help Teachers Monitor the IEP
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional), Leadership
Targeted Roles: Assistant Superintendents, Directors, Superintendents, Assistant Principals, Facilitators, Principals
Tuesday January 20, 2026 8:30am - 4:30pm EST
Staff Development Center M-1

9:00am EST

Transition Process for Prek to Kindergarten Students with IEP's | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education; Exceptional Children | Staff Development Center M-5
LIMITED
Tuesday January 20, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: April Cheek | [email protected] | Prek EC Director; Wendy Vavjrousek | [email protected] | Elementary EC Director
Location: Staff Development Center M-5
Description: Participants will understand the types of and processes for transition meetings held for preschool students transitioning to kindergarten with an IEP, as well as the roles and responsibilities for school/staff members.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, Kindergarten
Targeted Roles: Facilitators, Teachers
Tuesday January 20, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am EST
Staff Development Center M-5

3:45pm EST

RHMS EC Department Meeting 01/20/26 | Facilitated by Rogers-Herr Middle School | Exceptional Children; Rogers-Herr Middle School | Rogers-Herr Middle School 220
Tuesday January 20, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EST
Presenters: Courtney Dauphinais | [email protected] | EC Team Lead
Location: Rogers-Herr Middle School 220
Description: The Rogers-Herr EC Department will hold their bi-weekly department meeting.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistant Principals, Principals, Teachers
Tuesday January 20, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EST
Rogers-Herr Middle School 220
 
Wednesday, January 21
 

10:00am EST

Community ED Before and Afterschool Staff - Cultivating the Greatness IN YOU! | Facilitated by Community Education | Community Education | Staff Development Center M8
LIMITED
Wednesday January 21, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Lisa Brooks | [email protected] | Aterschool Site Manager
Location: Staff Development Center M8
Description: This workshop will help staff with teaching children how to appreciate and see greatness in themselves.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Coaching and Mentoring
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Group Leaders, Managers
Wednesday January 21, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm EST
Staff Development Center M8

2:30pm EST

Trauma Informed Schools 101 | Facilitated by Student Wellness and Advocacy | Hillandale Elementary School | Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center
LIMITED
Wednesday January 21, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Gloria Sanchez | [email protected] | SEL & Mental Health Coordinator
Location: Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center
Description: Trauma-informed school training will teach staff the knowledge, skills, and mindset to create a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment for all students, particularly those who may have experienced trauma. This involves understanding the impact of trauma on learning and behavior, recognizing trauma symptoms, and implementing evidence-based practices to promote healing and resilience.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Communication Skills
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistants, Instructional Coaches, Office Assistants, Receptionists, Social Workers, Speech Language Pathologists, Bus Drivers, Custodians, Data Managers, Instructional Assistants, Interpreters, Itinerant Teachers, Nurses, Physical Therapists, Principals, School Counselors, Secretaries, Substitute Teachers, Teachers
Wednesday January 21, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EST
Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center

2:40pm EST

Forest View Restorative Practices Part II | Facilitated by Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School Media Center
LIMITED
Wednesday January 21, 2026 2:40pm - 4:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Anita Neville | [email protected] | Restorative Practices Coordinator; Colleen Robinson | [email protected] | Instructional coach
Location: Forest View Elementary School Media Center
Description: This session is a continuation of the introduction for those new to restorative practices. Participants will explore the core principles of building strong relationships, fostering trust, and addressing conflict in ways that repair harm and strengthen the school community. Through discussion and practical examples, staff will learn strategies for creating a positive classroom climate, facilitating restorative conversations, and integrating these practices into daily routines to support student growth and connection.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday January 21, 2026 2:40pm - 4:30pm EST
Forest View Elementary School Media Center

2:45pm EST

Immigration Guidance | Facilitated by Whitted School | Early Education; Whitted School | Whitted School Classroom 8
LIMITED
Wednesday January 21, 2026 2:45pm - 3:45pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: LaToya McCrimmon | [email protected] | Principal
Location: Whitted School Classroom 8
Description: Empowering faculty and staff to ensure the safety of students and staff and that they feel safe and welcome in schools.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Safety
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Assistants, Teachers
Wednesday January 21, 2026 2:45pm - 3:45pm EST
Whitted School Classroom 8

3:00pm EST

Core Behavior in an MTSS- Forest View ES | Facilitated by Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School Media center
LIMITED
Wednesday January 21, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Amy Miller | [email protected] | Director; Christina Richardson | [email protected] | Specialist
Location: Forest View Elementary School Media center
Description: Participants will visit 4 aspects of core behavior essential in every classroom- positive relationships, teaching appropriate behaviors, reinforcing appropriate behaviors and corrective consequences.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday January 21, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Forest View Elementary School Media Center

3:00pm EST

Early Education Support Team (EEST) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education | Bacon Street 165
LIMITED
Wednesday January 21, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Bacon Street 165
Description: Early Education Support Team (EEST) provides training and support to preschool staff members serving students in the community.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Speech Language Pathologists, Teachers
Wednesday January 21, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Bacon Street 165
 
Thursday, January 22
 

1:00pm EST

AFIRM: Modeling (MD) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Thursday January 22, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: Demonstration of a desired target behavior that results in use of the behavior by the learner and that leads to the acquisition of the target behavior.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Thursday January 22, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Online

6:30pm EST

Community ED Before and Afterschool Staff - Play It Again, Kam! | Facilitated by Community Education | Community Education | E.K. Powe Elementary School Cafeteria
FILLING
Thursday January 22, 2026 6:30pm - 8:00pm EST
Limited Capacity filling up
Presenters: LD Burris | [email protected] | Afterschool Site Manager
Location: E.K. Powe Elementary School Cafeteria
Description: This course is designed to give the participants transitional games, activities and interactive energizers to help redirect, refocus and engage with their students.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Curriculum and Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Group Leaders, Managers
Thursday January 22, 2026 6:30pm - 8:00pm EST
E.K. Powe Elementary School Cafeteria
 
Friday, January 23
 

8:00am EST

Tier 3 Problem Solving Meeting - Teacher Prep | Facilitated by Student Support Services | C.C. Spaulding Elementary | C.C. Spaulding Elementary PLC Room
Friday January 23, 2026 8:00am - 8:45am EST
Presenters: Felicia Sledge | [email protected] | MTSS Specialist
Location: C.C. Spaulding Elementary PLC Room
Description: Participants learn about the steps necessary to prepare for a MTSS Problem Solving Meeting
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Friday January 23, 2026 8:00am - 8:45am EST
C.C. Spaulding Elementary PLC Room
 
Monday, January 26
 

1:00pm EST

DPS Psychologists PLC | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children | Staff Development Center M-9
FILLING
Monday January 26, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Limited Capacity filling up
Presenters: Laura Echols | [email protected] | Co-Lead Psychologist; Julie Anderson | [email protected] | Co-Lead Psychologist; Andrew Paschal | [email protected] | Co-Lead Psychologist
Location: Staff Development Center M-9
Description: Departmental and district updates and training.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional, Data Analysis, Standards Aligned Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Psychologists
Monday January 26, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Staff Development Center M-9
 
Tuesday, January 27
 

8:30am EST

Transform your Classroom from Chaos to Calm | Facilitated by Student Wellness and Advocacy | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center Media Center
LIMITED
Tuesday January 27, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Gloria Sanchez | [email protected] | SEL & MH Coordinator; Kendra Suggs-Shealey | [email protected] | District Intervention & Support Coordinator
Location: Staff Development Center Media Center
Description: Supporting teachers with strategies for classroom behavior
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Coaching and Mentoring, Student Wellness and Advocacy
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Tuesday January 27, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am EST
Staff Development Center Media Center

9:00am EST

January Elementary School Counselor Monthly Meeting | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/eybYD
LIMITED
Tuesday January 27, 2026 9:00am - 11:30am EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Cherice Artis | [email protected] | K-12 School Counseling Coordinator; Tomeka Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Director of Student Wellness and Advocacy
Location: https://t.ly/eybYD
Description: This session provides elementary school counselors with essential district updates and practical tools to support students and families. Participants will learn about PULSE school based mental health supports, explore Paxton & Patterson career exploration materials, and review activities that help schools support military connected families through Purple Star efforts.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Counselors
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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: School Counselors
Tuesday January 27, 2026 9:00am - 11:30am EST
Online

12:00pm EST

January Secondary School Counselor PD | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/JfzEA
LIMITED
Tuesday January 27, 2026 12:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Cherice Artis | [email protected] | K-12 School Counseling Coordinator; Tomeka Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Student Wellness and Advocacy Director; Kourtney Royster | [email protected] | Whole Child Wellbeing Specialist; Ebony Ross | [email protected] | McKinney Vento Coordinator; Laverne Mattocks-Perry | [email protected] | Senior Executive Director of Student Support Services
Location: https://t.ly/JfzEA
Description: This session provides updates on key student focused initiatives across the district, including Bulls TV internship opportunities, arts curriculum enhancements, PULSE school based mental health supports, and Career and Technical Education initiatives. Participants will learn how these programs expand student engagement, wellness, and career readiness. The session also highlights how schools can connect students and families to these opportunities and supports.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Counselors
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: School Counselors
Tuesday January 27, 2026 12:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Online
 
Wednesday, January 28
 

8:30am EST

January 2026 ECF/Leads Monthly Meeting | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children | Staff Development Center M1
Wednesday January 28, 2026 8:30am - 4:00pm EST
Presenters: Hannah Hribar | [email protected] | Presenter; Elaina Bradley | [email protected] | Presenter; Ajalyn Baker | [email protected] | Presenter; Sharon Richardson | [email protected] | Presenter; Dr. Kristin Bell | [email protected] | Presenter; Ken Hill | [email protected] | Presenter; Wendy Vavrousek | [email protected] | Presenter; Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Presenter; April Cheek | [email protected] | Presenter
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: Monthly meeting for EC Facilitators and EC Leads
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Leadership
Targeted Roles: Leads, Facilitators
Wednesday January 28, 2026 8:30am - 4:00pm EST
Staff Development Center M1

1:30pm EST

Itinerant/Group Teachers Team Meeting | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education |
LIMITED
Wednesday January 28, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location:
Description: Preschool staff members serving students in the community and small group environment gather to share ideas and resources.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Wednesday January 28, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Online
 
Monday, February 2
 

1:00pm EST

March Flexible Testing & CDM Training (Select Middle and High School TCs) | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Other... TBD- STCs will be notified if they have students taking the CDM
LIMITED
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability; Latelle Williams | [email protected] | Testing & Accountability Specialist
Location: Other... TBD- STCs will be notified if they have students taking the CDM
Description: To provide training for school-based Testing Coordinators (TC) on the administration of the End-of-Course (EOC) assessment. To provide training for school-based Testing Coordinators (TC) on the administration of the End-of-Course (EOC) and other assessments for Credit by Demonstrated Mastery.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators
 
Tuesday, February 3
 

9:00am EST

MTSS Facilitators Monthly PD - February | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Student Support Services | Staff Development Center M1 for All
Tuesday February 3, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm EST
Presenters: Felicia Sledge | [email protected] | MTSS Specialist; Amy Miller | [email protected] | IABS Director
Location: Staff Development Center M1 for All
Description: MTSS-Fs will gather with the IABS Department for professional development and implementation support.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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: Facilitators
Tuesday February 3, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm EST
Staff Development Center M1 for All
 
Wednesday, February 4
 

12:30pm EST

Bethesda Elem Restorative Practices Part 2 | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Bethesda Elementary School | Bethesda Elementary School Media Center
LIMITED
Wednesday February 4, 2026 12:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Felicia Sledge | [email protected] | Specialist; Amy Miller | [email protected] | Director
Location: Bethesda Elementary School Media Center
Description: Second part of RP training- including proactive circle planning, restorative questions, restorative circles.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday February 4, 2026 12:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Bethesda Elementary School Media Center

1:00pm EST

Creekside: Sensory vs. Behavioral Response - part II | Facilitated by Creekside Elementary | Creekside Elementary | Creekside Elementary media center
LIMITED
Wednesday February 4, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Victoria Cremer | [email protected] | principal
Location: Creekside Elementary media center
Description: Participants will define the differece, idntify supports, and implement strategies related to sensory and behavioral responses.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday February 4, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Creekside Elementary Media Center

1:00pm EST

Making Every Minute Count (Y.E. Smith Staff Only ) | Facilitated by Y.E. Smith Elementary School | Y.E. Smith Elementary School |
LIMITED
Wednesday February 4, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Carlissia Dudley | [email protected] | K-2 Coach; Olga Todman | [email protected] | 3-5th Coach
Location:
Description: Making Every Minute Count is a schoolwide strategy focused on maximizing instructional time beyond the classroom. During this session, classroom teachers and support staff intentionally extend the learning strategies, routines, and language used in the classroom into hallways, common areas, transitions, and throughout the school day. The goal is to ensure consistent expectations, reinforce academic and behavioral skills, and create meaningful learning opportunities in every setting so that no instructional minute is lost
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Student-Centered Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday February 4, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST

1:00pm EST

OGE-DPS Board Policy 7312/4240 Staff Training | Facilitated by Oak Grove Elementary School | Oak Grove Elementary School | Oak Grove Elementary School Media Center
Wednesday February 4, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Presenters: Kristin Tate | [email protected] | Principal
Location: Oak Grove Elementary School Media Center
Description: In this session, OGE will learn about the DPS Board Policy 7312/4240 concerning the health, safety and welfare of all children and recognize the legal and ethical obligations that school employees, contractors and volunteers have to report know or suspected maltreatment of children.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Health and Safety
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific), Social Workers, Instructional Assistants, School Counselors, Teachers
Wednesday February 4, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Oak Grove Elementary School Media Center

1:00pm EST

PART 2Grading in Infinite Campus | Facilitated by Lyons Farm Elementary | Lyons Farm Elementary | Lyons Farm Elementary Media Center
Wednesday February 4, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Presenters: Jazma Dickerson | [email protected] | Instructional Coach
Location: Lyons Farm Elementary Media Center
Description: This professional learning session is Part 2 of a two-part series designed to support teachers in accurately entering grades within Infinite Campus. This session will focus on entering Quarter 3 and Quarter 4 grades. Participants will develop a foundational understanding of grading expectations, navigation within Infinite Campus, and best practices for entering standards-based and/or content grades aligned with district guidelines. Time will be provided to walk through the process step by step, address common questions, and ensure consistency and equity in grading practices across classrooms.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Infinite Campus
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Specialists, Teachers
Wednesday February 4, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Lyons Farm Elementary Media Center

1:20pm EST

Lakeview School: Wellness Wednesday: Move, Groove, and Recharge: Lakeview Line Dancing | Facilitated by Lakeview School | Lakeview School | Lakeview School Gym
LIMITED
Wednesday February 4, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Mr. Carl | [email protected] | Line Dancing Instrctor
Location: Lakeview School Gym
Description: Wellness Wednesday: Line Dancing for Lakeview Staff is an interactive and energizing professional development session designed to promote staff wellness, stress reduction, and community building through movement. Participants will engage in guided line dancing activities that support physical health, mental well-being, and positive staff morale. This session emphasizes the importance of self-care and wellness as essential components of sustaining effective teaching and leadership practices. No prior dance experience is required—just a willingness to move, have fun, and connect with colleagues.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional, Team Building
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday February 4, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Lakeview School Gym

2:00pm EST

Inputting Q1 grades in IC /Grades Training | Facilitated by Club Boulevard Elementary | Club Boulevard Elementary | Club Boulevard Elementary media center
LIMITED
Wednesday February 4, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Amanda Redmond | [email protected] | AP
Location: Club Boulevard Elementary media center
Description: Inputting Q1 grades in IC /Grades Training
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): PowerSchool-Infinite Campus
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Wednesday February 4, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center

2:00pm EST

Conducting Functional Behavior Assessments & Developing Behavior Intervention Plans | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Open District-Wide | Other... Old Northern 117 Tom Wilkinson Rd. Durham Room V1
LIMITED
Wednesday February 4, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Monique Bonner | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location: Other... Old Northern 117 Tom Wilkinson Rd. Durham Room V1
Description: 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.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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: Facilitators, Teachers
Wednesday February 4, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Other... Old Northern 117 Tom Wilkinson Rd. Durham Room V1

2:15pm EST

Adding Power to the PLC | Facilitated by Hillside High School | Hillside High School | Hillside High School Media Center
Wednesday February 4, 2026 2:15pm - 4:15pm EST
Presenters: Stefanie Joyner | [email protected] | TLC
Location: Hillside High School Media Center
Description: This session is designed to focus heavily on PLC structures and norms as we ground our PLC efforts utilizing our walkthrough data.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Professional Learning System and Processes
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday February 4, 2026 2:15pm - 4:15pm EST
Hillside High School Media Center

2:30pm EST

Part 2🦉WISE PATHS TO SUCCESS: Preparing Owls to Soar on Purpose: https://t.ly/dEnWP (QR Code) | Facilitated by Durham School of Technology | Durham School of Technology | Durham School of Technology DST Learning Lab
LIMITED
Wednesday February 4, 2026 2:30pm - 4:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Lucretia Smith | [email protected] | CIMC/CDC; Lamont Dixon | [email protected] | Principal; Syreeta Mason-Foster | [email protected] | Assistant Principal
Location: Durham School of Technology DST Learning Lab
Description: This professional learning experience equips all DST Owls—teachers, staff, and leaders—with the tools, clarity, and systems needed to ensure a successful testing season, a consistent and supportive learning environment, and strong community partnerships for all scholars. Through targeted sessions aligned with DPS Strategic Priorities, staff will strengthen assessment readiness, improve classroom culture, and expand support for military-connected students. Together, we will lead with wisdom, strengthen our practice, and prepare our scholars to soar.
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content, *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children, MTSS, Team Building, Beginning Teachers, Professional Learning System and Processes
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday February 4, 2026 2:30pm - 4:30pm EST
Durham School of Technology DST Learning Lab

2:40pm EST

Forest View: Character Strong SEL Learning Lab 6 | Facilitated by Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School Media Center
Wednesday February 4, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Presenters: Colleen Robinson | [email protected] | Instructional Coach; Mary Alice Sprinkle | [email protected] | Instructional Coach; Laura Weatherly | [email protected] | School Counselor
Location: Forest View Elementary School Media Center
Description: Ongoing Character Strong professional development series focused on practical SEL strategies that build empathy, connection, and belonging. This choice session is designed for staff who want to strengthen relationships and bring simple, impactful SEL practices into their work.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: School Counselors, Specialists, Teachers
Wednesday February 4, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Forest View Elementary School Media Center

3:00pm EST

Early Education Support Team (EEST) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education | Bacon Street 165
LIMITED
Wednesday February 4, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Bacon Street 165
Description: Early Education Support Team (EEST) provides training and support to preschool staff members serving students in the community.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Speech Language Pathologists, Teachers
Wednesday February 4, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Bacon Street 165

3:00pm EST

Supporting School Safety: Operations for Classified Support Staff | Facilitated by Jordan High School | Jordan High School | Jordan High School Media Center
LIMITED
Wednesday February 4, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Susan Taylor | [email protected] | Principal; Sara Huckbody | [email protected] | Assistant Principal
Location: Jordan High School Media Center
Description: Classified support staff will re-examine and review procedures and processes that help to maintain a safe campus.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Operations, Safety
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Receptionists, School Treasurers, Administrative Assistants, Data Managers
Wednesday February 4, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Jordan High School Media Center
 
Thursday, February 5
 

11:30am EST

February School Counselor Monthly Meeting | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M1
LIMITED
Thursday February 5, 2026 11:30am - 1:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Cherice Artis | [email protected] | K-12 School Counseling Coordinator; Tomeka Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Director of Student Wellness and Advocacy
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: This professional development session will support school counselors in strengthening their practice through reflection, shared learning, and alignment with student centered counseling priorities. Participants will gain insight from a student perspective, receive relevant updates, and explore effective practices through recognition of exemplary work and School Counselor of the Year presentations. The session will also provide time for reflection, questions, and resources to support continuous growth and collaboration.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Counselors
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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: School Counselors
Thursday February 5, 2026 11:30am - 1:00pm EST
Staff Development Center M1
 
Friday, February 6
 

12:30pm EST

IOA Staff Lunch & Learn | Facilitated by Ignite! Online Academy | Ignite! Online Academy | https://t.ly/0iSSz
LIMITED
Friday February 6, 2026 12:30pm - 1:15pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Madison Ambrose | [email protected] | AIG Specialist; Yosheka Whitfield | [email protected] | AIG Elementary
Location: https://t.ly/0iSSz
Description: This kickoff session will bring together Ignite’s core instructional priorities—Explicit Teaching, MTSS/WIN Blocks, PLC Collaboration, and Differentiated Teacher Learning—with essential systems training (eWalk walkthroughs, Infinite Campus, Thrillshare/Rooms communications). By centering each around one unifying theme: SPARK! EXCEL! ELEVATE!, we will energize our school community and establish clarity, collaboration, and confidence as we head into the new year.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Digital Teaching and Learning, MTSS, Team Building, Infinite Campus
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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, Leadership
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Friday February 6, 2026 12:30pm - 1:15pm EST
Online
 
Monday, February 9
 

9:00am EST

The ACT Training | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M8
LIMITED
Monday February 9, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability
Location: Staff Development Center M8
Description: To provide training for school-based Testing Coordinators (TC) on the administration of The ACT.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: 11th Grade
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators
Monday February 9, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm EST
Staff Development Center M8

10:00am EST

Community ED Before and Afterschool Staff - Observing/Recording Children's Behaviors | Facilitated by Community Education | Community Education | Staff Development Center M9
LIMITED
Monday February 9, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Kristi Forte | [email protected] | Afterschool Site Manager; Shanita Mayo | [email protected] | Afterschool Site Manager
Location: Staff Development Center M9
Description: Observing/Recording Children's Behaviors is an essential part of understanding their development, guiding instructions and supporting positive outcomes in an afterschool classroom.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessment for Learning, Curriculum and Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Group Leaders, Managers
Monday February 9, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am EST
Staff Development Center M9

1:00pm EST

Spring WorkKeys Training | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M8
LIMITED
Monday February 9, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability; Latelle Williams | [email protected] | Testing & Accountability Specialist
Location: Staff Development Center M8
Description: This training is to provide training for school-based testing coordinators (STCs) and/or back-up testing coordinators (BTCs) on the administration of the ACT WorkKeys assessment.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional), 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators
Monday February 9, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EST
Staff Development Center M8

2:30pm EST

CCRAA-11 Training | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M8
LIMITED
Monday February 9, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability; Latelle Williams | [email protected] | Testing & Accountability Specialist
Location: Staff Development Center M8
Description: To provide training for school-based Testing Coordinators (TC) on the administration of CCRAA-11.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: 11th Grade
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators
Monday February 9, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EST
Staff Development Center M8

3:30pm EST

NCEXTEND 1- Grade 11 | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M8
LIMITED
Monday February 9, 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability; Latelle Williams | [email protected] | Testing & Accountability Specialist
Location: Staff Development Center M8
Description: To provide training for school-based Testing Coordinators (TC) on the administration of the NCEXTEND 1- Grade 11 assessment.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: 11th Grade, *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators
Monday February 9, 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm EST
Staff Development Center M8

4:30pm EST

Benchmark Refresher Training: MOY/EOY-Semester 2 | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M8
LIMITED
Monday February 9, 2026 4:30pm - 5:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability; Latelle Williams | [email protected] | Testing & Accountability Specialist
Location: Staff Development Center M8
Description: To provide a refresher session for any school-based Testing Coordinators (TC) on the administration of Local Benchmark Assessments through Mastery Connect. This is an optional training and is not required for benchmark TCs that have received previous training. It is required for any school-based TCs that were not trained during the first semester.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators, Benchmark Test Coordinators
Monday February 9, 2026 4:30pm - 5:00pm EST
Staff Development Center M8
 
Tuesday, February 10
 

8:30am EST

Restorative Practices Training of Trainers | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center m6
LIMITED
Tuesday February 10, 2026 8:30am - 4:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Amy Miller | [email protected] | Director IABS; Laverne Mattocks-Perry | [email protected] | Senior Executive Director- DSSS
Location: Staff Development Center m6
Description: Learn how to teach others the key concepts of restorative practices. Learn how to assist in the sustainable implementation of restorative practices in your school or organization. This interactive event teaches experienced restorative practitioners how to deliver the training modules to their own colleagues, using our materials to provide training either in person or online. Prerequisite: You must have attended the full RP for Educators training and implemented the practices for at least 6 months to become a trainer.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Tuesday February 10, 2026 8:30am - 4:30pm EST
Staff Development Center M6

10:30am EST

Community ED Before and Afterschool Staff – Next Gen Afterschool: AI Integration | Facilitated by Community Education | Community Education | Staff Development Center M8
FILLING
Tuesday February 10, 2026 10:30am - 12:00pm EST
Limited Capacity filling up
Presenters: Sasha Dorsey | [email protected] | Afterschool Site Manager
Location: Staff Development Center M8
Description: This workshop will teach managers and group leaders how artificial intelligence (AI) can revolutionize afterschool planning and engagement. Participants will learn practical strategies for incorporating AI tools into daily activities such as circle time, squad activities, weekly planning, and the digital integration of arts and academic support.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Digital Teaching and Learning, Curriculum and Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Group Leaders, Managers
Tuesday February 10, 2026 10:30am - 12:00pm EST
Staff Development Center M8
 
Wednesday, February 11
 

8:30am EST

Day 2: Restorative Practices Training of Trainers | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center m6
LIMITED
Wednesday February 11, 2026 8:30am - 4:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Amy Miller | [email protected] | Director IABS; Laverne Mattocks-Perry | [email protected] | Senior Executive Director- DSSS
Location: Staff Development Center m6
Description: Learn how to teach others the key concepts of restorative practices. Learn how to assist in the sustainable implementation of restorative practices in your school or organization. This interactive event teaches experienced restorative practitioners how to deliver the training modules to their own colleagues, using our materials to provide training either in person or online. Prerequisite: You must have attended the full RP for Educators training and implemented the practices for at least 6 months to become a trainer.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday February 11, 2026 8:30am - 4:30pm EST
Staff Development Center M6

1:30pm EST

Itinerant/Group Teachers Team Meeting | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education | Bacon Street 163
LIMITED
Wednesday February 11, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Bacon Street 163
Description: Preschool staff members serving students in the community and small group environment gather to share ideas and resources.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Wednesday February 11, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Bacon Street 163
 
Thursday, February 12
 

8:30am EST

Day 3: Restorative Practices Training of Trainers | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center m6
LIMITED
Thursday February 12, 2026 8:30am - 4:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Amy Miller | [email protected] | Director IABS; Laverne Mattocks-Perry | [email protected] | Senior Executive Director- DSSS
Location: Staff Development Center m6
Description: Learn how to teach others the key concepts of restorative practices. Learn how to assist in the sustainable implementation of restorative practices in your school or organization. This interactive event teaches experienced restorative practitioners how to deliver the training modules to their own colleagues, using our materials to provide training either in person or online. Prerequisite: You must have attended the full RP for Educators training and implemented the practices for at least 6 months to become a trainer.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Thursday February 12, 2026 8:30am - 4:30pm EST
Staff Development Center M6

10:00am EST

Leadership Essentials: From Peer to Leader & Foundations of Trust | Facilitated by Human Resources | Building Services; Classified | Hamlin Road 110
LIMITED
Thursday February 12, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Terry Phillips | [email protected] | Director
Location: Hamlin Road 110
Description: Help new supervisors understand the mindset shift required. Build communication habits that reduce conflict and prevent confusion.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional), Leadership
Targeted Roles: Assistant Directors, Directors, Managers, Project Managers, Assistant Coordinators, Custodians
Thursday February 12, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm EST
Hamlin Road 110
 
Friday, February 13
 

8:45am EST

EC Reminders | Facilitated by Riverside High School | Riverside High School | Riverside High School Rm. 138
LIMITED
Friday February 13, 2026 8:45am - 9:15am EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Charlotte Whipp | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Riverside High School Rm. 138
Description: EC teachers will get reminders of procedures that need to be followed.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Friday February 13, 2026 8:45am - 9:15am EST
Riverside High School Rm. 138
 
Monday, February 16
 

8:30am EST

One day Restorative Practices for Educators | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Fayetteville Street Elementary School TBD
LIMITED
Monday February 16, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Amy Miller | [email protected] | Director; Laverne Mattocks-Perry | [email protected] | Senior Executive Director; Christina Richardson | [email protected] | Specialist; Felicia Sledge | [email protected] | Specialist
Location: Fayetteville Street Elementary School TBD
Description: This session is open to any educator wishing to learn more or refresh their knowledge about the Restorative Practices Framework. Topics covered will be Circles, affective statements, restorative questions and fair process.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Monday February 16, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm EST
Fayetteville Street Elementary School TBD

8:30am EST

SWA "Big Rocks" Comprehensive Programming Check Ins | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Student Support Services | Bacon Street Mr. Royster's Office
Monday February 16, 2026 8:30am - 4:00pm EST
Presenters: Tomeka Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Director; Laverne Mattocks-Perry | [email protected] | Sr. Exec. Director
Location: Bacon Street Mr. Royster's Office
Description: Individual team meetings with school-level student support services teams to review the yearly Student Wellness and Advocacy annual Big Rocks to check implementation progress with in the priority areas.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Safety, School Counselors, School Social Work, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Team Building, Equity, Infinite Campus, Standards Aligned Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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: Social Workers, School Counselors
Monday February 16, 2026 8:30am - 4:00pm EST
Bacon Street Mr. Royster's Office

8:30am EST

Required LEA Representative Training: Option C | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | School Leadership | Staff Development Center M-1
LIMITED
Monday February 16, 2026 8:30am - 4:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Kristin Bell | [email protected] | Presenter; Kenneth Hill | [email protected] | Presenter; Wendy Vavrousek | [email protected] | Presenter; Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Presenter; April Washington | [email protected] | Presenter; Hannah Hribar | [email protected] | Support
Location: Staff Development Center M-1
Description: Topics for this day long training include: 1. The Long and Winding Road: State of EC in DPS/Review of Pitfalls and Common Mistakes 2. How to Be an Effective LEA Representative 3. Seclusion & Restraint Policy Updates & Training 4. Child Find: The Intersection of MTSS, 504 and EC 5. Documentation Essentials: Progress Monitoring (A Review of the Courts’ View: What’s Helpful, What Isn’t—and How to Help Teachers Monitor the IEP
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional), Leadership
Targeted Roles: Assistant Superintendents, Directors, Superintendents, Assistant Principals, Facilitators, Principals
Monday February 16, 2026 8:30am - 4:30pm EST
Staff Development Center M-1

9:00am EST

Bethesda: Immigration Guidance & Mandated Reporting Training | Facilitated by Bethesda Elementary School | Bethesda Elementary School | Bethesda Elementary School Media Center
LIMITED
Monday February 16, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Emory Wyckoff | [email protected] | Principal
Location: Bethesda Elementary School Media Center
Description: In this session, participants will learn about updated immigration guidance and the legal and board policy requirements of reporting child abuse.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Health and Safety, Student Wellness and Advocacy
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Monday February 16, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EST
Bethesda Elementary School Media Center

9:00am EST

RHMS EC Department Meeting 02/16/2026 | Facilitated by Rogers-Herr Middle School | Exceptional Children; Rogers-Herr Middle School | Rogers-Herr Middle School 220
Monday February 16, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am EST
Presenters: Courtney Dauphinais | [email protected] | EC Team Lead
Location: Rogers-Herr Middle School 220
Description: The Rogers-Herr EC Department will hold their bi-weekly department meeting.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistant Principals, Principals, Teachers
Monday February 16, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am EST
Rogers-Herr Middle School 220

9:00am EST

EC Prek to Elementary IEP Transition Planning | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education; Exceptional Children | Other... Old Northern High School at 117 Tom Wilkinson Rd
LIMITED
Monday February 16, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Wendy Vavrousek | [email protected] | Elementary EC Director; April Cheek | [email protected] | Prek EC Director; Hannah Hribar | [email protected] | Elementary Lead ECF; Elaina Bradley | [email protected] | Elementary Lead ECF; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | Prek EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | Prek EC Facilitator
Location: Other... Old Northern High School at 117 Tom Wilkinson Rd
Description: Participants will learn about best practices to prepare an IEP for a prek student who is transitioning to kindergarten. This will include opportunities to discuss similarities and differences of services across the the two levels and have an opportunity to engage and beginning drafting changes of one of their students' IEP's with their EC facilitator.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, Kindergarten
Targeted Roles: Facilitators, Teachers
Monday February 16, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm EST
Other... Old Northern High School at 117 Tom Wilkinson Rd

9:00am EST

Restorative Practice Coordinator Half Day Peaceful Schools Refresher + PLC | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Student Support Services | Other... Old Northern V7
LIMITED
Monday February 16, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Amy Miller | [email protected] | Director; Laverne Mattocks-Perry | [email protected] | Senior Executive Director
Location: Other... Old Northern V7
Description: This session is designed for RP coordinators at the school level. We will cover essentials of restorative spaces and how to promote a more restorative schoolwide environment.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Coordinators
Monday February 16, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm EST
Other... Old Northern V7

12:00pm EST

District Behavior Support PLC: Reset, Refocus, Reigniting Leaders | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Student Support Services | Bacon Street 162
LIMITED
Monday February 16, 2026 12:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Kendra Suggs-Shealey | [email protected] | Presenter; Kourtney Royster | [email protected] | Co-Presenter
Location: Bacon Street 162
Description: This PLC will serve a work session for the District BSAs as we plan and discuss our mission and scope of work as it relates to DPS Strategic Plan Goal 2B.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership, Social Emotional, Team Building, Professional Learning System and Processes
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Interventionists
Monday February 16, 2026 12:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Bacon Street 162

1:00pm EST

Showcasing Schools with Purpose:  Building Culturally Responsive Enrollment and Family Engagement Strategies with Data Insights to Support Student Success | Facilitated by Specialized Services | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/ZyE5L
LIMITED
Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Rita Rathbone | [email protected] | presenter; Kengie Bass | [email protected] | presenter; Maria Bajgain | [email protected] | presenter; Pablo Friedmann | [email protected] | presenter; Kelly Bush | [email protected] | presenter; Vitaly Radsky | [email protected] | presenter
Location: https://t.ly/ZyE5L
Description: In this session, participants will:  --Understand the enrollment data sets available through School Planning (zoned) and Magnet Programs (lottery). --Develop skills to interpret and apply enrollment data effectively. --Strengthen their understanding of culturally responsive marketing, engagement, and communication practices that support enrollment and student success. 
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, Customer Service, School Counselors, Communication Skills, Equity
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional), Leadership
Targeted Roles: Assistant Directors, Assistant Superintendents, Directors, Assistant Principals, Data Managers, Liaisons, Principals, School Counselors, Secretaries
Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Online
 
Tuesday, February 17
 

8:30am EST

February 2026 ECF/Leads Monthly Meeting | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children | Staff Development Center M1
Tuesday February 17, 2026 8:30am - 4:00pm EST
Presenters: Hannah Hribar | [email protected] | Presenter; Elaina Bradley | [email protected] | Presenter; Ajalyn Baker | [email protected] | Presenter; Sharon Richardson | [email protected] | Presenter; Dr. Kristin Bell | [email protected] | Presenter; Ken Hill | [email protected] | Presenter; Wendy Vavrousek | [email protected] | Presenter; Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Presenter; April Cheek | [email protected] | Presenter
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: Monthly meeting for EC Facilitators and EC Leads
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Leadership
Targeted Roles: Leads, Facilitators
Tuesday February 17, 2026 8:30am - 4:00pm EST
Staff Development Center M1

6:30pm EST

Community ED Before and Afterschool Staff - Strategies for Handling Difficult Behavior | Facilitated by Community Education | Community Education | Glenn Elementary School Cafeteria
FILLING
Tuesday February 17, 2026 6:30pm - 8:00pm EST
Limited Capacity filling up
Presenters: Jan Smith | [email protected] | Afterschool Site Manager; Theresa Wilson | [email protected] | Afterschool Site Manager
Location: Glenn Elementary School Cafeteria
Description: This workshop will demonstrate behavior you wan to see in children by establishing clear expectations, being consistent and building a positive relationship with children.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Communication Skills, Curriculum and Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Group Leaders, Managers
Tuesday February 17, 2026 6:30pm - 8:00pm EST
Glenn Elementary School Cafeteria
 
Wednesday, February 18
 

3:00pm EST

Early Education Support Team (EEST) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education | Bacon Street 165
LIMITED
Wednesday February 18, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Bacon Street 165
Description: Early Education Support Team (EEST) provides training and support to preschool staff members serving students in the community.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Speech Language Pathologists, Teachers
Wednesday February 18, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Bacon Street 165
 
Thursday, February 19
 

8:30am EST

School Social Work Monthly Meeting (February 2026) | Facilitated by Student Wellness and Advocacy | Student Wellness and Advocacy | Staff Development Center M1
Thursday February 19, 2026 8:30am - 12:30pm EST
Presenters: Tomeka Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Director of Student Wellness & Advocacy
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: Participants will collaborate and learn together using the National School Social Work Model as a guide. Each month, they will engage in data-informed practices, advocacy, and strategy-sharing to support student success and stay updated on district initiatives.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Social Work
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Social Workers
Thursday February 19, 2026 8:30am - 12:30pm EST
Staff Development Center M1
 
Friday, February 20
 

8:45am EST

Riverside PLC - ESY | Facilitated by Riverside High School | Riverside High School | Riverside High School Rm. 138
LIMITED
Friday February 20, 2026 8:45am - 9:15am EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Charlotte Whipp | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Riverside High School Rm. 138
Description: Attendees will learn how to enter ESY data for their students.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Friday February 20, 2026 8:45am - 9:15am EST
Riverside High School Rm. 138

9:00am EST

Child Abuse and Reporting | Facilitated by Club Boulevard Elementary | Club Boulevard Elementary | Club Boulevard Elementary RM308
Friday February 20, 2026 9:00am - 2:00pm EST
Presenters: Melissa Garcia | [email protected] | School Social Worker
Location: Club Boulevard Elementary RM308
Description: Child Abuse and Reporting - Law, Policy and Best Practices
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Social Work
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Social Workers, Principals, Specialists, Teachers
Friday February 20, 2026 9:00am - 2:00pm EST
Club Boulevard Elementary RM308
 
Tuesday, February 24
 

9:50am EST

Lakeview School: ACT Online Administration: Preparing Teachers for Successful Test Delivery” | Facilitated by Lakeview School | Lakeview School | Lakeview School A2A
LIMITED
Tuesday February 24, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: LaShonda Morrisey | [email protected] | Testing Coordinator
Location: Lakeview School A2A
Description: This training session prepares teachers to confidently use the online ACT testing platform to administer the ACT assessment. Participants will learn the procedures, tools, and responsibilities required for secure and efficient online test administration, ensuring students experience a smooth and standardized testing process.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Tuesday February 24, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Lakeview School A2A

1:00pm EST

DPS Psychologists PLC February | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children | Staff Development Center M-9
LIMITED
Tuesday February 24, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Laura Echols | [email protected] | Co-Lead Psychologist; Julie Anderson | [email protected] | Co-Lead Psychologist; Andrew Paschal | [email protected] | Co-Lead Psychologist
Location: Staff Development Center M-9
Description: Departmental and district updates and training.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional, Data Analysis, Standards Aligned Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Psychologists
Tuesday February 24, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Staff Development Center M-9

1:30pm EST

Student Safety Assessment and Crisis Support Refresher For School Psychologists | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Exceptional Children | Staff Development Center M9
LIMITED
Tuesday February 24, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Tomeka Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Director of SWA
Location: Staff Development Center M9
Description: Student Safety Assessment and Crisis Support Refresher For School Psychologists
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Health and Safety, Safety, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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: Psychologists
Tuesday February 24, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Staff Development Center M9

3:30pm EST

Data Driven Progress Reports | Facilitated by Carrington Middle School | Carrington Middle School | Carrington Middle School
LIMITED
Tuesday February 24, 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Karen Jones | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Carrington Middle School
Description: Developing quality progress reports for students with disabilities.
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content, *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Tuesday February 24, 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm EST
Carrington Middle School
 
Wednesday, February 25
 

1:30pm EST

Itinerant/Group Teachers Team Meeting | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education | Bacon Street 163
LIMITED
Wednesday February 25, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Bacon Street 163
Description: Preschool staff members serving students in the community and small group environment gather to share ideas and resources.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Wednesday February 25, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Bacon Street 163

2:45pm EST

Little River Elementary: Supervising Instructional Assistants for Teachers | Facilitated by Human Resources | Little River Elementary School | Little River Elementary School
LIMITED
Wednesday February 25, 2026 2:45pm - 3:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Terry Phillips | [email protected] | Director
Location: Little River Elementary School
Description: Perhaps now more than ever paraeducators are playing critical roles in helping certified and licensed school staff serve an increasingly diverse student population. In order for paraeducators to be effective, teachers and principals need to have a clear understanding of the role and how to effectively direct and oversee these highly dedicated people. In this course we'll define the key roles and responsibilities of supervising teachers, discuss the need for teacher and paraeducator teamwork and highlight best practices related to the management and supervision of paraeducators performing commonly assigned tasks.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, *None (Non-Instructional), Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, Leadership
Targeted Roles: Assistant Principals, Principals, Teachers
Wednesday February 25, 2026 2:45pm - 3:30pm EST
Little River Elementary School

3:00pm EST

Supporting Students with Autism | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Open District-Wide | Merrick-Moore Elementary School TBD
LIMITED
Wednesday February 25, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Monique Bonner | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location: Merrick-Moore Elementary School TBD
Description: 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.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistants, Teachers
Wednesday February 25, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Merrick-Moore Elementary School TBD

3:00pm EST

Early Education Support Team (EEST) PLC | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education | Bacon Street 165
LIMITED
Wednesday February 25, 2026 3:00pm - 4:15pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Laura Echols | [email protected] | School Pyschologist
Location: Bacon Street 165
Description: Early Education Support Team (EEST) will review and use data to improve educational outcomes for preschoolers.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Speech Language Pathologists, Teachers
Wednesday February 25, 2026 3:00pm - 4:15pm EST
Bacon Street 165

6:30pm EST

Community ED Before and Afterschool Staff - Behavior Techniques for Busy Kids | Facilitated by Community Education | Community Education | Pearsontown Elementary School Cafeteria
FILLING
Wednesday February 25, 2026 6:30pm - 8:00pm EST
Limited Capacity filling up
Presenters: Sonia Hodges | [email protected] | Afterschool Site Manager
Location: Pearsontown Elementary School Cafeteria
Description: In this workshop staff will learn behavior techniques on how to work with busy students in their programs.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Communication Skills, Curriculum and Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Group Leaders, Managers
Wednesday February 25, 2026 6:30pm - 8:00pm EST
Pearsontown Elementary School Cafeteria
 
Thursday, February 26
 

10:00am EST

Leadership Essentials: Restorative Leadership & Accountability | Facilitated by Human Resources | Building Services | Hamlin Road 110
LIMITED
Thursday February 26, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Terry Phillips | [email protected] | Director
Location: Hamlin Road 110
Description: Teach leaders how to address issues early, fairly, and restoratively. Give leaders the tools to set clear expectations without micromanaging.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional), Leadership
Targeted Roles: Assistant Directors, Coordinators, Directors, Managers, Project Managers, Custodians, Mechanics
Thursday February 26, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm EST
Hamlin Road 110
 
Tuesday, March 3
 

8:00am EST

CogAT Advantage: Using the Scores for Classroom Growth. | Facilitated by Advanced Academics-AIG | Open District-Wide |
Tuesday March 3, 2026 8:00am - 10:00am EST
Presenters: Laura Parrott | [email protected] | Director
Location:
Description: Attendees will examine how CogAT scores can be used to guide instruction, aid with MTSS, and provide needed differentiation.
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content, *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Advanced Academics-AIG, Student Wellness and Advocacy
Targeted Instructional Grades: 3rd Grade, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Specialists, Teachers
Tuesday March 3, 2026 8:00am - 10:00am EST
Online

8:00am EST

2025 Summer SPLASH | Capturing Kids Heart - 2 day training: ONLY OPEN TO CKH Schools | Facilitated by Student Support Services | C.C. Spaulding Elementary; Lakewood Elementary School; Burton Elementary School; Eastway Elementary School; Lowe's Grove Middl
LIMITED
Tuesday March 3, 2026 8:00am - 4:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Amy Miller | [email protected] | Director; Sonya West | [email protected] | specialist; Dante Poole | [email protected] | Capturing Kids Hearts Trainer
Location: Lowe's Grove Middle School TBD
Description: This is the 2 day session on Capturing Kids Hearts for untrained staff members at the following schools: Lowes Grove, Eastway, Burton, Lakewood Elem, Murray-Massenburg, Oak Grove, and CC Spaulding. If you are not on staff at these schools, your registration will be removed.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 7th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: Coordinators, Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Assistant Coordinators, Assistant Principals, Facilitators, Instructional Assistants, Principals, School Counselors, Specialists, Teachers
Tuesday March 3, 2026 8:00am - 4:00pm EST
Lowe's Grove Middle School TBD

8:30am EST

FBA & BIP Tier III Behavior Interventions | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Lowe's Grove Middle School TBD
LIMITED
Tuesday March 3, 2026 8:30am - 12:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Kendra Suggs-Shealey | [email protected] | Coordinator
Location: Lowe's Grove Middle School TBD
Description: This learning offering will provide information regarding conducting a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) and developing a Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP).
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Tuesday March 3, 2026 8:30am - 12:00pm EST
Lowe's Grove Middle School TBD

8:30am EST

One day Restorative Practices overview for Educators | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M7
LIMITED
Tuesday March 3, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Amy Miller | [email protected] | Director; Laverne Mattocks-Perry | [email protected] | Senior Executive Director
Location: Staff Development Center M7
Description: This session will cover the basics of Restorative Practices for all educators. The session will introduce the framework, how to use affective statements, how to conduct tier 1 circles and how to effectively use restorative conversations to repair harm.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Tuesday March 3, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm EST
Staff Development Center M7

8:30am EST

SWA "Big Rocks" Comprehensive Programming Check Ins | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Student Support Services | Bacon Street Mr. Royster's Office
Tuesday March 3, 2026 8:30am - 4:00pm EST
Presenters: Tomeka Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Director; Laverne Mattocks-Perry | [email protected] | Sr. Exec. Director
Location: Bacon Street Mr. Royster's Office
Description: Individual team meetings with school-level student support services teams to review the yearly Student Wellness and Advocacy annual Big Rocks to check implementation progress with in the priority areas.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Safety, School Counselors, School Social Work, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Team Building, Equity, Infinite Campus, Standards Aligned Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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: Social Workers, School Counselors
Tuesday March 3, 2026 8:30am - 4:00pm EST
Bacon Street Mr. Royster's Office

9:00am EST

Counseling with Purpose: Course Selection, Credit Recovery, and Senior Success (School Counselors only) | Facilitated by Jordan High School | Jordan High School | Jordan High School JHS Student Services Suite
LIMITED
Tuesday March 3, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Briana Howard | [email protected] | Lead School Counselor
Location: Jordan High School JHS Student Services Suite
Description: School counselors will examine best practices to support the scheduling process.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): PowerSchool-Infinite Campus, School Counselors
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: School Counselors
Tuesday March 3, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am EST
Jordan High School JHS Student Services Suite

9:30am EST

Extended Content Standards Worksheet Training for Specialized Programs Pre-K Teachers | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Whitted School; Exceptional Children | Other... Durham County Main Library (300 N Roxboro St), Conference Room 3214
Presenters: April Cheek | [email protected] | Presenter; Hannah Hribar | [email protected] | Presenter
Location: Other... Durham County Main Library (300 N Roxboro St), Conference Room 3214
Description: Required TWD Session: Training for EC Pre-K teachers on filling out the EXT-1 worksheet for TTK students.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Teachers

1:00pm EST

Panorama- Creating Intervention Plans and Student Groups | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/iduhz
FILLING
Tuesday March 3, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Limited Capacity filling up
Presenters: Dr. Christina Richardson | [email protected] | Specialist; Amy Miller | [email protected] | Director; Dr. Laverne Mattocks-Perry | [email protected] | Senior Executive Director
Location: https://t.ly/iduhz
Description: This session will help users understand the steps to create static groups, smart groups, group intervention plans and individual intervention plans in Panorama
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Tuesday March 3, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Online
  *None (Non-Instructional), MTSS

1:00pm EST

NCEES Pieces | Facilitated by Beginning Teachers Program | Open District-Wide | Riverside High School 233
LIMITED
Tuesday March 3, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Elizabeth Agoranos | [email protected] | BT Mentor
Location: Riverside High School 233
Description: NCEES Overview - The What, Why, and How Applying NCEES Standards Scenarios Video Practice The Post-Conference An Administrator’s Lens Artifacts and Evidence Your Digital Portfolio
Subject Area(s): Arts, Digital Learning Standards, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Strategy-Based for any content, CTE, ELA , Healthful Living, Occupational Course of Study, Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.), *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership, Assessment for Learning, Communication Skills, Effective Feedback Strategies, Standards Aligned Instruction, Student-Centered Learning
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: Teachers
Tuesday March 3, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Riverside High School 233
  Arts, 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 |   Digital Learning Standards, 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 |   Global Languages, 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 |   Mathematics, 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 |   Science, 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 |   Social Studies, 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 |   Strategy-Based for any content, 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 |   CTE, 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 |   ELA , 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 |   Healthful Living, 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 |   Occupational Course of Study, 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 |   Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.), 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 |   *None (Non-Instructional), 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
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Wednesday, March 4
 

8:00am EST

2025 Summer SPLASH | Capturing Kids Heart - 2 day training: ONLY OPEN TO CKH Schools | Facilitated by Student Support Services | C.C. Spaulding Elementary; Lakewood Elementary School; Burton Elementary School; Eastway Elementary School; Lowe's Grove Middl
LIMITED
Wednesday March 4, 2026 8:00am - 4:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Amy Miller | [email protected] | Director; Sonya West | [email protected] | specialist; Dante Poole | [email protected] | Capturing Kids Hearts Trainer
Location: Lowe's Grove Middle School TBD
Description: This is the 2 day session on Capturing Kids Hearts for untrained staff members at the following schools: Lowes Grove, Eastway, Burton, Lakewood Elem, Murray-Massenburg, Oak Grove, and CC Spaulding. If you are not on staff at these schools, your registration will be removed.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 7th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: Coordinators, Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Assistant Coordinators, Assistant Principals, Facilitators, Instructional Assistants, Principals, School Counselors, Specialists, Teachers
Wednesday March 4, 2026 8:00am - 4:00pm EST
Lowe's Grove Middle School TBD

10:00am EST

Back-Up Data Manager Training | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Classified | Hamlin Road 1817 Hamlin Rd Durham, NC 27704 (Hamlin Rd Conference Room)
LIMITED
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Shanita Graves | [email protected] | District Analyst
Location: Hamlin Road 1817 Hamlin Rd Durham, NC 27704 (Hamlin Rd Conference Room)
Description: This session is designed to train backup data managers on the functions within Infinite Campus, ensuring they are prepared to effectively step in during the absence of the primary data managers.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Infinite Campus
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Data Managers
Wednesday March 4, 2026 10:00am - 12:30pm EST
Hamlin Road 1817 Hamlin Rd Durham, NC 27704 (Hamlin Rd Conference Room)

2:40pm EST

Forest View: Character Strong SEL Learning Lab 7 | Facilitated by Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School Media Center
Wednesday March 4, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Presenters: Colleen Robinson | [email protected] | Instructional Coach; Mary Alice Sprinkle | [email protected] | Instructional Coach; Laura Weatherly | [email protected] | School Counselor
Location: Forest View Elementary School Media Center
Description: Ongoing Character Strong professional development series focused on practical SEL strategies that build empathy, connection, and belonging. This choice session is designed for staff who want to strengthen relationships and bring simple, impactful SEL practices into their work.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: School Counselors, Specialists, Teachers
Wednesday March 4, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Forest View Elementary School Media Center

3:00pm EST

Early Education Support Team (EEST) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education | Bacon Street 165
LIMITED
Wednesday March 4, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Bacon Street 165
Description: Early Education Support Team (EEST) provides training and support to preschool staff members serving students in the community.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Speech Language Pathologists, Teachers
Wednesday March 4, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Bacon Street 165
 
Thursday, March 5
 

8:30am EST

March School Counselor Monthly Meeting | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M1
LIMITED
Thursday March 5, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Cherice Artis | [email protected] | K-12 School Counseling Coordinator; Tomeka Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Director of Student Wellness and Advocacy
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: This professional development session equips school counselors with practical strategies to strengthen school climate and student support systems. Participants will explore the use of restorative circles to build community, apply a communication framework to enhance relationships within the school setting, review important Career and Technical Education updates for informed student advisement, and increase awareness of appropriate responses to non suicidal self injury.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Counselors
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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: School Counselors
Thursday March 5, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm EST
Staff Development Center M1

9:30am EST

Specialized Services Leadership Team | Facilitated by Specialized Services | Specialized Services | Staff Development Center M-8
LIMITED
Thursday March 5, 2026 9:30am - 12:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Deborah Pitman | [email protected] | Assistant Superintendent
Location: Staff Development Center M-8
Description: Professional development for members of the Specialized Services Leadership team will be provided to support leadership development across programs, curricula, and instruction.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Digital Teaching and Learning, Operations, Team Building, Communication Skills, Data Analysis
Targeted Instructional Grades: Leadership
Targeted Roles: Directors, Executive Assistants, Administrative Assistants, Specialists
Thursday March 5, 2026 9:30am - 12:00pm EST
Staff Development Center M-8

10:00am EST

Conflict of Interest & Ethics Training for Staff | Facilitated by Human Resources | Building Services; Classified; Community Education; Federal Programs and Community Engagment; Nurses; Office of Student Assignment; Principal Supervisors; Specialized Serv
LIMITED
Thursday March 5, 2026 10:00am - 12:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Cierra Ojijo | [email protected] | Senior Executive Director; Terry Phillips | [email protected] | Director
Location: Staff Development Center M-9
Description: Durham Public Schools is providing required in-person Conflict of Interest & Ethics Training in alignment with NC General Statute 115C-335.15, the amended Article 33 of Chapter 115C, and DPS Board Policy 7730.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Budgeting, Purchasing
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional), Leadership
Targeted Roles: Budget Analysts, Clerks, Coordinators, Directors, Executive Assistants, Managers, Office Assistants, Project Managers, School Treasurers, Treasurers, Administrative Assistants, Assistant Principals, Bookkeepers, Principals
Thursday March 5, 2026 10:00am - 12:30pm EST
Staff Development Center M-9
 
Friday, March 6
 

8:30am EST

School Social Work Monthly Meeting (March 2026) | Facilitated by Student Wellness and Advocacy | Student Support Services; Student Wellness and Advocacy | Staff Development Center M1
Friday March 6, 2026 8:30am - 4:30pm EST
Presenters: Tomeka-Ward Satterfield | [email protected] | Director of Student Wellness
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: Participants will collaborate and learn together using the National School Social Work Model as a guide. Each month, they will engage in data-informed practices, advocacy, and strategy-sharing to support student success and stay updated on district initiatives.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Social Work
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Social Workers
Friday March 6, 2026 8:30am - 4:30pm EST
Staff Development Center M1

10:00am EST

Conflict of Interest & Ethics Training for Staff | Facilitated by Human Resources | Building Services; Classified; Community Education; Federal Programs and Community Engagment; Nurses; Office of Student Assignment; Principal Supervisors; Specialized Serv
LIMITED
Friday March 6, 2026 10:00am - 12:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Cierra Ojijo | [email protected] | Senior Executive Director; Terry Phillips | [email protected] | Director
Location: Hamlin Road 110
Description: Durham Public Schools is providing required in-person Conflict of Interest & Ethics Training in alignment with NC General Statute 115C-335.15, the amended Article 33 of Chapter 115C, and DPS Board Policy 7730.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Budgeting, Purchasing
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional), Leadership
Targeted Roles: Budget Analysts, Clerks, Coordinators, Directors, Executive Assistants, Managers, Office Assistants, Project Managers, School Treasurers, Treasurers, Administrative Assistants, Assistant Principals, Bookkeepers, Principals
Friday March 6, 2026 10:00am - 12:30pm EST
Hamlin Road 110

12:30pm EST

IOA Staff Lunch & Learn March | Facilitated by Ignite! Online Academy | Ignite! Online Academy | https://t.ly/BRZ7-
LIMITED
Friday March 6, 2026 12:30pm - 1:15pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Crystal Medlin | [email protected] | Principal; Karmen Newton | [email protected] | Assistant Principal; Tiffany Byrd | [email protected] | Teaching & Learning Coach; Shannon Watson | [email protected] | MTSS Facilitator & Testing Coordinator
Location: https://t.ly/BRZ7-
Description: This Lunch & Learn session will provide Ignite Online Academy staff with updates on school improvement priorities, student data trends, and instructional expectations as we move through the second half of the school year. Staff will review mid-year academic data, attendance outcomes, and subgroup progress connected to the school’s improvement goals. The session will highlight expectations for assessment practices using MasteryConnect, consistent data tracking for PLC collaboration, and strategies to strengthen student engagement in the virtual classroom. Participants will also engage in a brief implicit bias mini-session and a data reflection activity using EVAAS protocols to examine patterns, ask questions, and consider instructional implications. The goal of this session is to strengthen alignment across teams, improve the use of instructional data, and support teachers in making informed decisions that elevate student learning and engagement.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Curriculum and Instruction, Data Analysis
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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, Leadership
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Friday March 6, 2026 12:30pm - 1:15pm EST
Online
 
Monday, March 9
 

10:00am EDT

Community ED Before and Afterschool Staff - What is STEAM | Facilitated by Community Education | Community Education | Staff Development Center M8
FILLING
Monday March 9, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity filling up
Presenters: Bridget James | [email protected] | Afterschool Site Manager; Roxie Moore | [email protected] | Afterschool Site Manager
Location: Staff Development Center M8
Description: This workshop will help staff understand what S.T.E.A.M is and how we can connect it to centers in afterschool. It will inspire personal, intellectual, and creative growth in children by means of hands-on engineering projects and promote resourcefulness, troubleshooting, and a practical understanding of physics.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Building Learning System Capacity, Communication Skills, Curriculum and Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Group Leaders, Managers
Monday March 9, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M8

4:00pm EDT

RHMS EC Department Meeting 03/09/2026 | Facilitated by Rogers-Herr Middle School | Exceptional Children; Rogers-Herr Middle School | Rogers-Herr Middle School 220
Monday March 9, 2026 4:00pm - 4:45pm EDT
Presenters: Courtney Dauphinais | [email protected] | EC Team Lead
Location: Rogers-Herr Middle School 220
Description: The Rogers-Herr EC Department will hold their bi-weekly department meeting.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistant Principals, Principals, Teachers
Monday March 9, 2026 4:00pm - 4:45pm EDT
Rogers-Herr Middle School 220
 
Tuesday, March 10
 

9:00am EDT

MTSS Facilitators Monthly PD - March | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Student Support Services | Staff Development Center M1 for All
Tuesday March 10, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Presenters: Felicia Sledge | [email protected] | MTSS Specialist; Amy Miller | [email protected] | IABS Director
Location: Staff Development Center M1 for All
Description: MTSS-Fs will gather with the IABS Department for professional development and implementation support.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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: Facilitators
Tuesday March 10, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M1 for All

3:30pm EDT

Lakeview School: Faculty Meeting | Facilitated by Lakeview School | Lakeview School | Lakeview School Cafetorium
LIMITED
Tuesday March 10, 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Ms. Evangela Richardson | [email protected] | MS Assistant Principal; Dr. Theresa McGowan | [email protected] | Principal; Mr. Michael Irving | [email protected] | HS Assistant Principal
Location: Lakeview School Cafetorium
Description: This faculty meeting will provide staff with updates and collaborative discussion around key areas impacting student success and school climate. Topics will include analysis of PBIS behavioral and attendance trends, planning and awareness for SEL Week, updates on academic benchmark data, and important health guidance related to measles prevention and response. Staff will review current data, reflect on trends affecting students, and discuss strategies to strengthen classroom practices, student engagement, and school-wide supports. The goal is to ensure staff are informed, aligned, and equipped with actionable steps to support both the academic and social-emotional well-being of all students.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Strategy-Based for any content, CTE, ELA , Healthful Living, *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Health and Safety, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, *None (Non-Instructional), 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade, Leadership
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Tuesday March 10, 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Lakeview School Cafetorium

6:30pm EDT

Community ED Before and Afterschool Staff - Can You Tell Me What to Do? | Facilitated by Community Education | Community Education | Hillandale Elementary School Cafeteria
FULL
Tuesday March 10, 2026 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity full
Presenters: Rasheeda Jones | [email protected] | Afterschool Site Manager; Ashley Jones | [email protected] | Afterschool Site Assistant Manager
Location: Hillandale Elementary School Cafeteria
Description: This workshop will allow staff to ask the question: Is it really about what we teach them or is it what they teach us? Staff will role reverse (Group Lead to act as Manager) to allow them to determine what their perspective of the program and the outcome expectations.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Coaching and Mentoring, Communication Skills, Curriculum and Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Group Leaders, Managers
Tuesday March 10, 2026 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
Hillandale Elementary School Cafeteria
 
Wednesday, March 11
 

8:30am EDT

SPARCS Learning Lesson 3 | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Student Support Services | Other...
Wednesday March 11, 2026 8:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Presenters: Gloria Sanchez | [email protected] | SEL & Mental Health Coordinator
Location: Other...
Description: SPARCS Training
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): DPS Adopted Resources
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Social Workers, School Counselors
Wednesday March 11, 2026 8:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Other...

1:30pm EDT

Itinerant/Group Teachers Team Meeting | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education | Bacon Street 163
LIMITED
Wednesday March 11, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Bacon Street 163
Description: Preschool staff members serving students in the community and small group environment gather to share ideas and resources.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Wednesday March 11, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Bacon Street 163

3:45pm EDT

Supporting Students with Autism | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Open District-Wide | Githens Middle School TBD
LIMITED
Wednesday March 11, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Monique Bonner | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location: Githens Middle School TBD
Description: 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.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistants, Teachers
Wednesday March 11, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm EDT
Githens Middle School TBD
 
Thursday, March 12
 

8:30am EDT

Required LEA Representative Training Option E | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | School Leadership | Staff Development Center M-1
LIMITED
Thursday March 12, 2026 8:30am - 4:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Kristin Bell | [email protected] | Presenter; Kenneth Hill | [email protected] | Presenter; Wendy Vavrousek | [email protected] | Presenter; Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Presenter; April Washington | [email protected] | Presenter
Location: Staff Development Center M-1
Description: Topics for this day long training include: 1. The Long and Winding Road: State of EC in DPS/Review of Pitfalls and Common Mistakes 2. How to Be an Effective LEA Representative 3. Seclusion & Restraint Policy Updates & Training 4. Child Find: The Intersection of MTSS, 504 and EC 5. Documentation Essentials: Progress Monitoring (A Review of the Courts’ View: What’s Helpful, What Isn’t—and How to Help Teachers Monitor the IEP
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional), Leadership
Targeted Roles: Assistant Superintendents, Directors, Superintendents, Assistant Principals, Facilitators, Principals
Thursday March 12, 2026 8:30am - 4:30pm EDT
Staff Development Center M-1

9:00am EDT

Community ED Before and Afterschool Staff - SACERS U | Facilitated by Community Education | Community Education | Staff Development Center M8
LIMITED
Thursday March 12, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: William Palmer | [email protected] | Elementary Specialist
Location: Staff Development Center M8
Description: This training discusses concepts of developmentally appropriate practices supported by the School Age Care Environment Rating Scale – Updated (SACERS-U). It is intended for school age program staff that are interested in learning more about utilizing developmentally appropriate practices in the school age setting. This training will help you understand the basics about how the SACERS-U is used and gain knowledge of developmentally appropriate concepts that support a high-quality environment.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Curriculum and Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Group Leaders, Managers
Thursday March 12, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M8

6:30pm EDT

Community ED Before and Afterschool Staff - Play with Purpose: Using Games to Build Social Emotional Skills | Facilitated by Community Education | Community Education | Staff Development Center M9
LIMITED
Thursday March 12, 2026 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dominique Taylor | [email protected] | Afterschool Site Manager
Location: Staff Development Center M9
Description: In this workshop staff will learn that board games are a fun and helpful way for children to learn and grow. They do more than just entertain. Board games boost cognitive skills, enhance social skills and promote emotional growth in children.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessment for Learning, Communication Skills, Curriculum and Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Group Leaders, Managers
Thursday March 12, 2026 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M9
 
Friday, March 13
 

10:00am EDT

Leadership Essentials: Coaching, Motivation & Managing Performance Early | Facilitated by Human Resources | Building Services; Classified | Hamlin Road 110
LIMITED
Friday March 13, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Terry Phillilps | [email protected] | Director
Location: Hamlin Road 110
Description: Help new supervisors learn to develop others, not just evaluate them. Prevent surprises, build transparency, and support struggling employees.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional), Leadership
Targeted Roles: Assistant Directors, Coordinators, Directors, Managers
Friday March 13, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Hamlin Road 110
 
Tuesday, March 17
 

8:30am EDT

March 2026 ECF/Leads Monthly Meeting | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children | Staff Development Center M1
LIMITED
Tuesday March 17, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Hannah Hribar | [email protected] | Presenter; Elaina Bradley | [email protected] | Presenter; Ajalyn Baker | [email protected] | Presenter; Sharon Richardson | [email protected] | Presenter; Dr. Kristin Bell | [email protected] | Presenter; Ken Hill | [email protected] | Presenter; Wendy Vavrousek | [email protected] | Presenter; Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Presenter; April Cheek | [email protected] | Presenter
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: Monthly meeting for EC Facilitators and EC Leads
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Leadership
Targeted Roles: Leads, Facilitators
Tuesday March 17, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Staff Development Center M1
 
Wednesday, March 18
 

2:30pm EDT

Trauma Informed Schools 101 | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Hillandale Elementary School | Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center
LIMITED
Wednesday March 18, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Gloria Sanchez | [email protected] | SEL & Mental Health Coordinator
Location: Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center
Description: Trauma-informed school training will teach staff the knowledge, skills, and mindset to create a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment for all students, particularly those who may have experienced trauma. This involves understanding the impact of trauma on learning and behavior, recognizing trauma symptoms, and implementing evidence-based practices to promote healing and resilience.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Communication Skills
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistants, Instructional Coaches, Office Assistants, Receptionists, Social Workers, Speech Language Pathologists, Bus Drivers, Custodians, Data Managers, Instructional Assistants, Interpreters, Itinerant Teachers, Nurses, Physical Therapists, Principals, School Counselors, Secretaries, Substitute Teachers, Teachers
Wednesday March 18, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center

2:40pm EDT

Forest View: Safety and EC Training | Facilitated by Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School Media
LIMITED
Wednesday March 18, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Colleen Robinson | [email protected] | Instructional Coach; James Boyce | [email protected] | Prinicpal; Monica Dodson | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Forest View Elementary School Media
Description: This session will build staff understanding of attendance as an instructional priority rather than a compliance task. Participants will examine school-based attendance patterns, clarify expectations for accurate attendance procedures, and identify actionable strategies to improve student attendance, particularly for students approaching chronic absenteeism. The session will connect attendance practices to student achievement and engagement.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS, School Social Work, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Equity
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistants, Assistant Principals, Instructional Assistants, Teachers
Wednesday March 18, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EDT
Forest View Elementary School Media

3:00pm EDT

Early Education Support Team (EEST) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education | Bacon Street 165
LIMITED
Wednesday March 18, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Bacon Street 165
Description: Early Education Support Team (EEST) provides training and support to preschool staff members serving students in the community.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Speech Language Pathologists, Teachers
Wednesday March 18, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Bacon Street 165

3:00pm EDT

Supporting Students with Autism | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Open District-Wide | Murray-Massenburg Elementary School TBD
LIMITED
Wednesday March 18, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Monique Bonner | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location: Murray-Massenburg Elementary School TBD
Description: 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.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistants, Teachers
Wednesday March 18, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Murray-Massenburg Elementary School TBD
 
Friday, March 20
 

8:45am EDT

Riverside PLC - Indicator 13 Part 1 | Facilitated by Riverside High School | Exceptional Children | Riverside High School Rm. 138
LIMITED
Friday March 20, 2026 8:45am - 9:15am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Charlotte Whipp | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Riverside High School Rm. 138
Description: Transition Plan training
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Friday March 20, 2026 8:45am - 9:15am EDT
Riverside High School Rm. 138
 
Monday, March 23
 

3:00pm EDT

Creekside: DPS legal updates | Facilitated by Creekside Elementary | Creekside Elementary | Creekside Elementary media center
LIMITED
Monday March 23, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Victoria Creamer | [email protected] | principal
Location: Creekside Elementary media center
Description: Participants will review legal updates from Tharrington Smith regarding misdemeanor child abuse.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Safety
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Monday March 23, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Creekside Elementary Media Center
 
Tuesday, March 24
 

8:30am EDT

Trauma Informed Schools 101 | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Ignite! Online Academy |
LIMITED
Tuesday March 24, 2026 8:30am - 10:30am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Gloria Sanchez | [email protected] | SEL & Mental Health Coordinator
Location:
Description: Trauma-informed school training will teach staff the knowledge, skills, and mindset to create a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment for all students, particularly those who may have experienced trauma. This involves understanding the impact of trauma on learning and behavior, recognizing trauma symptoms, and implementing evidence-based practices to promote healing and resilience.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Communication Skills
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistants, Instructional Coaches, Office Assistants, Receptionists, Social Workers, Speech Language Pathologists, Bus Drivers, Custodians, Data Managers, Instructional Assistants, Interpreters, Itinerant Teachers, Nurses, Physical Therapists, Principals, School Counselors, Secretaries, Substitute Teachers, Teachers
Tuesday March 24, 2026 8:30am - 10:30am EDT
Online

9:00am EDT

Mandatory Reporting and Misdemeanor Child Abuse Required Training | Facilitated by J.D. Clement Early College High School | J.D. Clement Early College High School | J.D. Clement Early College High School
Tuesday March 24, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Presenters: Lori Bruce | [email protected] | Principal
Location: J.D. Clement Early College High School
Description: This presentation, “Misdemeanor Child Abuse 411,” provides teachers and staff a comprehensive overview of their mandatory reporting obligations under N.C.G.S. § 14-318.6 and DPS Board Policy 7312/4240 Misdemeanor Child Abuse. It explains the legal definition of misdemeanor child abuse, clarifies when the reporting threshold is triggered (including the “knows or reasonably should have known” standard), and outlines who must report, what information must be shared, and the consequences of failing to report. The presentation also includes practical case studies and “anatomy of a blunder” scenarios to help administrators apply the statute to real-world school situations, emphasizing the principle that when in doubt, reporting to law enforcement is required to promote student safety and legal compliance.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Safety
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Tuesday March 24, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
J.D. Clement Early College High School

10:00am EDT

Leadership Essentials: Leading Teams, Culture & Operational Decision-Making | Facilitated by Human Resources | Building Services; Classified | Hamlin Road 110
LIMITED
Tuesday March 24, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Terry Phillips | [email protected] | Director
Location: Hamlin Road 110
Description: Today we’re focusing on how leaders shape team culture while managing the realities of daily operations.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional), Leadership
Targeted Roles: Managers
Tuesday March 24, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Hamlin Road 110

1:00pm EDT

Mandatory Reporting and Misdemeanor Child Abuse Required Training-Classified Staff | Facilitated by J.D. Clement Early College High School | J.D. Clement Early College High School | J.D. Clement Early College High School Conference Room
Tuesday March 24, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Presenters: Lori Bruce | [email protected] | Principal
Location: J.D. Clement Early College High School Conference Room
Description: This presentation, “Misdemeanor Child Abuse 411,” provides teachers and staff a comprehensive overview of their mandatory reporting obligations under N.C.G.S. § 14-318.6 and DPS Board Policy 7312/4240 Misdemeanor Child Abuse. It explains the legal definition of misdemeanor child abuse, clarifies when the reporting threshold is triggered (including the “knows or reasonably should have known” standard), and outlines who must report, what information must be shared, and the consequences of failing to report. The presentation also includes practical case studies and “anatomy of a blunder” scenarios to help administrators apply the statute to real-world school situations, emphasizing the principle that when in doubt, reporting to law enforcement is required to promote student safety and legal compliance.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Safety
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Tuesday March 24, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
J.D. Clement Early College High School Conference Room

3:30pm EDT

Carrington Middle EC PLC | Facilitated by Carrington Middle School | Carrington Middle School | Carrington Middle School
LIMITED
Tuesday March 24, 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Karen Jones | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Carrington Middle School
Description: Assessment Data to Guide IEP Development
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: Translators
Tuesday March 24, 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Carrington Middle School
 
Wednesday, March 25
 

1:30pm EDT

Itinerant/Group Teachers Team Meeting | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education | Bacon Street 163
LIMITED
Wednesday March 25, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Bacon Street 163
Description: Preschool staff members serving students in the community and small group environment gather to share ideas and resources.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Wednesday March 25, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Bacon Street 163

3:00pm EDT

Early Education Support Team (EEST) PLC | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education | Bacon Street 165
LIMITED
Wednesday March 25, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Laura Echols | [email protected] | School Pyschologist
Location: Bacon Street 165
Description: Early Education Support Team (EEST) will review and use data to improve educational outcomes for preschoolers.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Speech Language Pathologists, Teachers
Wednesday March 25, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Bacon Street 165
 
Tuesday, April 7
 

9:00am EDT

OPTION 1: Benchmark Refresher Training: EOY-Yearlong Courses-YR & Traditional Calendars | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/11PBV
LIMITED
Tuesday April 7, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability; Latelle Williams | [email protected] | Testing & Accountability Specialist
Location: https://t.ly/11PBV
Description: To provide a refresher session for any school-based Testing Coordinators (TC) on the administration of the EOY Local Benchmark Assessments through Mastery Connect. This is an optional training and is not required for benchmark TCs that have received previous training. It is required for any school-based TCs that were not trained during the first semester.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators, Benchmark Test Coordinators
Tuesday April 7, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Online

9:00am EDT

MTSS Facilitators Monthly PD - April | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Student Support Services | Staff Development Center M1 for All
Tuesday April 7, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Presenters: Felicia Sledge | [email protected] | MTSS Specialist; Amy Miller | [email protected] | IABS Director
Location: Staff Development Center M1 for All
Description: MTSS-Fs will gather with the IABS Department for professional development and implementation support.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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: Facilitators
Tuesday April 7, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M1 for All
 
Wednesday, April 8
 

10:00am EDT

Back-Up Data Manager Training | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Classified | Hamlin Road 1817 Hamlin Rd Durham, NC 27704 (Hamlin Rd Conference Room)
LIMITED
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Shanita Graves | [email protected] | District Analyst
Location: Hamlin Road 1817 Hamlin Rd Durham, NC 27704 (Hamlin Rd Conference Room)
Description: This session is designed to train backup data managers on the functions within Infinite Campus, ensuring they are prepared to effectively step in during the absence of the primary data managers.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Infinite Campus
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Data Managers
Wednesday April 8, 2026 10:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Hamlin Road 1817 Hamlin Rd Durham, NC 27704 (Hamlin Rd Conference Room)

1:30pm EDT

Itinerant/Group Teachers Team Meeting | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education | Bacon Street 163
LIMITED
Wednesday April 8, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Bacon Street 163
Description: Preschool staff members serving students in the community and small group environment gather to share ideas and resources.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Wednesday April 8, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Bacon Street 163

2:40pm EDT

Forest View: Character Strong SEL Learning Lab 8 | Facilitated by Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School Media Center
Wednesday April 8, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EDT
Presenters: Colleen Robinson | [email protected] | Instructional Coach; Mary Alice Sprinkle | [email protected] | Instructional Coach; Laura Weatherly | [email protected] | School Counselor
Location: Forest View Elementary School Media Center
Description: Ongoing Character Strong professional development series focused on practical SEL strategies that build empathy, connection, and belonging. This choice session is designed for staff who want to strengthen relationships and bring simple, impactful SEL practices into their work.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: School Counselors, Specialists, Teachers
Wednesday April 8, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EDT
Forest View Elementary School Media Center

3:00pm EDT

Early Education Support Team (EEST) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education | Bacon Street 165
LIMITED
Wednesday April 8, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Bacon Street 165
Description: Early Education Support Team (EEST) provides training and support to preschool staff members serving students in the community.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Speech Language Pathologists, Teachers
Wednesday April 8, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Bacon Street 165
 
Thursday, April 9
 

3:00pm EDT

School-Based Student Mentoring Groups Coordinator Meeting (April 2026() | Facilitated by Equity | Equity |
LIMITED
Thursday April 9, 2026 3:00pm - 4:01pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Iwinosa Idahor | [email protected] | Equity Affairs
Location:
Description: Monthly meeting geared towards providing coordinators with updates, resources and learning opportunities for optimal programming and improving student outcomes.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Coaching and Mentoring, Culturally Responsive Practices, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Team Building, Equity, Student-Centered Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Thursday April 9, 2026 3:00pm - 4:01pm EDT
Online

6:30pm EDT

Community ED Before and Afterschool Staff - Yoga and Emotional Control with Students | Facilitated by Community Education | Community Education | Holt Elementary School Cafeteria
LIMITED
Thursday April 9, 2026 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Tavaris Adams | [email protected] | Afterschool Site Manager
Location: Holt Elementary School Cafeteria
Description: In this workshop staff will learn Yoga techniques and poses taught by a social worker. This will help the students control their emotional needs and help with calm down strategies.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Curriculum and Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Group Leaders, Managers
Thursday April 9, 2026 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
Holt Elementary School Cafeteria
 
Friday, April 10
 

8:45am EDT

Riverside PLC - Indicator 13 Part 2 | Facilitated by Riverside High School | Exceptional Children | Riverside High School Rm. 138
LIMITED
Friday April 10, 2026 8:45am - 9:15am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Charlotte Whipp | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Riverside High School Rm. 138
Description: This PLC will provide additional explanations and tips that are needed to develop an IEP with a successful transition plan.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Friday April 10, 2026 8:45am - 9:15am EDT
Riverside High School Rm. 138

6:30pm EDT

Community ED Before and Afterschool Staff - Three Things Every Afterschool Needs | Facilitated by Community Education | Community Education | Forest View Elementary School Cafeteria
FILLING
Friday April 10, 2026 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity filling up
Presenters: Claudia Green | [email protected] | Afterschool Site Manager
Location: Forest View Elementary School Cafeteria
Description: In this workshop staff will learn three important skills to bring to any afterschool program.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Building Learning System Capacity
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Group Leaders, Managers
Friday April 10, 2026 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
Forest View Elementary School Cafeteria
 
Monday, April 13
 

9:00am EDT

OPTION 2: Benchmark Refresher Training: EOY-Yearlong Courses-YR & Traditional Calendars | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/jyhAY
LIMITED
Monday April 13, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability; Latelle Williams | [email protected] | Testing & Accountability Specialist
Location: https://t.ly/jyhAY
Description: To provide a refresher session for any school-based Testing Coordinators (TC) on the administration of the EOY Local Benchmark Assessments through Mastery Connect. This is an optional training and is not required for benchmark TCs that have received previous training. It is required for any school-based TCs that were not trained during the first semester.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators, Benchmark Test Coordinators
Monday April 13, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Online
 
Tuesday, April 14
 

8:30am EDT

April School Counselor Monthly Meeting | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M1
LIMITED
Tuesday April 14, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Cherice Artis | [email protected] | K-12 School Counseling Coordinator
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: This session will provide school counselors with key district updates, relevant resources, and strategies to strengthen their comprehensive school counseling programs. Participants will explore topics including CTE updates, community partnerships, supports for military-connected and foster youth, and effective ways to support teachers with classroom management. The meeting will also offer opportunities for connection, collaboration, and advocacy to enhance student outcomes.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Counselors
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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: School Counselors
Tuesday April 14, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Staff Development Center M1

10:00am EDT

Community ED Before and Afterschool Staff - Great Leadership | Facilitated by Community Education | Community Education | Staff Development Center M9
LIMITED
Tuesday April 14, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Bonnie Daye | [email protected] | Afterschool Site Manager
Location: Staff Development Center M9
Description: In this workshop staff will learn the 12 essential traits of leadership and how to lead your employees as a manager.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership, Communication Skills
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Group Leaders, Managers
Tuesday April 14, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Staff Development Center M9
 
Wednesday, April 15
 

3:00pm EDT

Early Education Support Team (EEST) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education | Bacon Street 165
LIMITED
Wednesday April 15, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Bacon Street 165
Description: Early Education Support Team (EEST) provides training and support to preschool staff members serving students in the community.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Speech Language Pathologists, Teachers
Wednesday April 15, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Bacon Street 165
 
Thursday, April 16
 

8:30am EDT

School Social Work Monthly Meeting (April 2026) | Facilitated by Student Wellness and Advocacy | Student Wellness and Advocacy | Staff Development Center M1
Thursday April 16, 2026 8:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Presenters: Tomeka Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Director of Student Wellness & Advocacy
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: Participants will collaborate and learn together using the National School Social Work Model as a guide. Each month, they will engage in data-informed practices, advocacy, and strategy-sharing to support student success and stay updated on district initiatives.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Social Work
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Social Workers
Thursday April 16, 2026 8:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Staff Development Center M1
 
Tuesday, April 21
 

8:30am EDT

April 2026 ECF/Leads Monthly Meeting | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children | Staff Development Center M1
LIMITED
Tuesday April 21, 2026 8:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Hannah Hribar | [email protected] | Presenter; Elaina Bradley | [email protected] | Presenter; Ajalyn Baker | [email protected] | Presenter; Sharon Richardson | [email protected] | Presenter; Dr. Kristin Bell | [email protected] | Presenter; Ken Hill | [email protected] | Presenter; Wendy Vavrousek | [email protected] | Presenter; Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Presenter; April Cheek | [email protected] | Presenter
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: Monthly meeting for EC Facilitators and EC Leads
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Leadership
Targeted Roles: Leads, Facilitators
Tuesday April 21, 2026 8:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M1

9:00am EDT

Spring Testing: End-of-Course (EOC) & CDM Training: High School w/ 9-12 only | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Hamlin Road 110
FILLING
Tuesday April 21, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity filling up
Presenters: Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability; Latelle Williams | [email protected] | Testing & Accountability Specialist
Location: Hamlin Road 110
Description: To provide training for school-based Testing Coordinators (TC) on the administration of the End-of-Course (EOC) assessment and the Credit by Demonstrated Mastery (CDM) process.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, *None (Non-Instructional), 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators
Tuesday April 21, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Hamlin Road 110

1:00pm EDT

Spring Testing: Accountability Training: High School w/ 9-12 only | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Hamlin Road 110
FILLING
Tuesday April 21, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity filling up
Presenters: Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability; Latelle Williams | [email protected] | Testing & Accountability Specialist
Location: Hamlin Road 110
Description: To provide training for school-based Testing Coordinators (TC) on the accountability model and the impact of state testing for high schools.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, *None (Non-Instructional), 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators
Tuesday April 21, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Hamlin Road 110

2:30pm EDT

Spring Testing: NCEXTEND 1- Select High Schools 9-12 only | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Hamlin Road 110
LIMITED
Tuesday April 21, 2026 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability; Latelle Williams | [email protected] | Testing & Accountability Specialist
Location: Hamlin Road 110
Description: To provide training for school-based Testing Coordinators (TC) on the administration of the NCEXTEND 1 assessment.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional), 10th Grade
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators
Tuesday April 21, 2026 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Hamlin Road 110

4:00pm EDT

RHMS EC Department Meeting 04/21/2026 | Facilitated by Rogers-Herr Middle School | Exceptional Children; Rogers-Herr Middle School | Rogers-Herr Middle School 220
Tuesday April 21, 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Presenters: Courtney Dauphinais | [email protected] | EC Team Lead
Location: Rogers-Herr Middle School 220
Description: The Rogers-Herr EC Department will hold their bi-weekly department meeting.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistant Principals, Principals, Teachers
Tuesday April 21, 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Rogers-Herr Middle School 220
 
Wednesday, April 22
 

1:30pm EDT

Itinerant/Group Teachers Team Meeting | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education | Bacon Street 163
LIMITED
Wednesday April 22, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Bacon Street 163
Description: Preschool staff members serving students in the community and small group environment gather to share ideas and resources.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Wednesday April 22, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Bacon Street 163
 
Thursday, April 23
 

9:00am EDT

Spring Testing: EOG Training: Elem, K-12, Middle & 6-12 | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M1
FILLING
Thursday April 23, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity filling up
Presenters: Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability; Latelle Williams | [email protected] | Testing & Accountability Specialist
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: To provide training for school-based Testing Coordinators (TC) on the administration of required state assessments including those for Credit by Demonstrated Mastery (CDM).
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators
Thursday April 23, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M1

1:00pm EDT

Spring Testing: EOC (Middle & Multilevel) or RtA- Elem, K-12, Middle & 6-12 | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M1
FULL
Thursday April 23, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity full
Presenters: Dr. Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability; Latelle Williams | [email protected] | Testing & Accountability Specialist
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: This session will provide training for school-based Testing Coordinators on the administration of required state assessments.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators
Thursday April 23, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Staff Development Center M1

2:30pm EDT

Spring Testing: NCEXTEND1- Select Elem, K-12, Middle & 6-12 | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M1
LIMITED
Thursday April 23, 2026 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Michelle Tuck Thomas | [email protected] | Director of Assessments & Accountability; Latelle Williams | [email protected] | Testing & Accountability Specialist
Location: Staff Development Center M1
Description: This session is to train school-based Testing Coordinators (TC) on the administration of the NCEXTEND 1 assessment.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Back-up Test Coordinators, Test Coordinators
Thursday April 23, 2026 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M1
 
Friday, April 24
 

1:00pm EDT

DPS Psychologist PLC April 24, 1-3 | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children | Staff Development Center M9
LIMITED
Friday April 24, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Laura Echols | [email protected] | Co-lead psychologist; Andrew Paschal | [email protected] | Co-lead psychologist
Location: Staff Development Center M9
Description: Departmental updates, teaming strategies, intervention development, eligibility review, data analysis.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability, Culturally Responsive Practices, Data Analysis
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: Psychologists
Friday April 24, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M9

3:00pm EDT

Early Education Support Team (EEST) PLC | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education | Bacon Street 165
LIMITED
Friday April 24, 2026 3:00pm - 4:15pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Laura Echols | [email protected] | School Pyschologist
Location: Bacon Street 165
Description: Early Education Support Team (EEST) will review and use data to improve educational outcomes for preschoolers.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Speech Language Pathologists, Teachers
Friday April 24, 2026 3:00pm - 4:15pm EDT
Bacon Street 165
 
Wednesday, April 29
 

1:00am EDT

R.N. Harris - EOG Testing Meeting | Facilitated by R.N. Harris Elementary School | R.N. Harris Elementary School | R. N. Harris Elementary School
Wednesday April 29, 2026 1:00am - 3:00pm EDT
Presenters: Chakela Boney | [email protected] | Testing Coordinator; Shaniqua D Hood | [email protected] | Back Up Testing Coordinator
Location: R. N. Harris Elementary School
Description: This session will review End‑of‑Grade (EOG) testing expectations, including procedures, timelines, roles, and testing protocols for all staff.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessment for Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday April 29, 2026 1:00am - 3:00pm EDT
R. N. Harris Elementary School

1:00pm EDT

Analyze, Reflect, Act: Strengthening SEL & Behavior Practices | Facilitated by Bethesda Elementary School | Bethesda Elementary School | Bethesda Elementary School
LIMITED
Wednesday April 29, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Portia Lee | [email protected] | Assistant Principal; Emory Wyckoff | [email protected] | Principal; Catherine Hensley | [email protected] | Teaching & Learning Coach
Location: Bethesda Elementary School
Description: This session will guide staff through a reflective review of current SEL implementation data and recent behavior trends. Through analysis of real incidents and scenarios, we will identify patterns, celebrate strengths, and determine areas for growth. Staff will collaborate to develop practical, action steps to strengthen SEL practices and improve student outcomes for the remainder of the school year.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, Safety, Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday April 29, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Bethesda Elementary School

1:00pm EDT

C.C. Spaulding Building Our Best Year Yet: A Planning Session Focused on Culture, Climate, and Continuous Improvement | Facilitated by C.C. Spaulding Elementary | C.C. Spaulding Elementary | C.C. Spaulding Elementary Media Center
Wednesday April 29, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Presenters: Vanessa Alford | [email protected] | Principal; Alycia Crews | [email protected] | Instructional Coach; Bianca Hunt | [email protected] | Instructional Coach; Irma Suffern | [email protected] | Principal Intern
Location: C.C. Spaulding Elementary Media Center
Description: Get ready to reflect, plan ahead and build momentum for our "best year yet"! In this session, teams will create actionable plans to strengthen areas that affect our culture, climate and lead to continuous improvement.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Team Building, Building Learning System Capacity
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, Leadership
Targeted Roles: Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Assistant Principals, Instructional Assistants, Principals, Teachers
Wednesday April 29, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
C.C. Spaulding Elementary Media Center

1:00pm EDT

WG Pearson Early Release Day | EVAAS and Wellness | Facilitated by W.G. Pearson Elementary School | W.G. Pearson Elementary School | W.G. Pearson Elementary School Media Center
Wednesday April 29, 2026 1:00pm - 3:15pm EDT
Presenters: Kendell Dorsey | [email protected] | Principal; Christy Hall | [email protected] | Assistant Principal
Location: W.G. Pearson Elementary School Media Center
Description: Staff will complete EVAAS roster verification and then participate in some collaborative wellness activities,
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Operations, Social Emotional, Team Building
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Instructional Assistants, Teachers
Wednesday April 29, 2026 1:00pm - 3:15pm EDT
W.G. Pearson Elementary School Media Center

1:00pm EDT

Ignite! Online Academy Operational Compliance & Data Verification | Facilitated by Ignite! Online Academy | Ignite! Online Academy |
Wednesday April 29, 2026 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Presenters: Crystal Medlin | [email protected] | Principal
Location:
Description: Staff will engage in required compliance and data verification tasks. Teachers will complete all assigned SafeSchools training modules, ensuring up-to-date understanding of district policies, student safety procedures, and legal requirements. Additionally, teachers will complete EVAAS roster verification to ensure accurate student-teacher data, directly impacting growth data and reporting.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Operations, Safety
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday April 29, 2026 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Online

1:30pm EDT

Lakeview School: Wellness Wednesday: Line Dancing | Facilitated by Lakeview School | Lakeview School | Lakeview School Cafetorium
LIMITED
Wednesday April 29, 2026 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: James Carr | [email protected] | Dance Instructor
Location: Lakeview School Cafetorium
Description: Wellness Wednesday: Line Dancing is a fun, energizing professional development session designed to promote staff wellness through movement, music, and community. Participants will learn beginner-friendly line dances in a supportive, low-pressure environment while exploring how physical activity can reduce stress, boost morale, and build connections among colleagues.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional, Team Building
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday April 29, 2026 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Lakeview School Cafetorium

2:30pm EDT

Creating an Equitable School Climate and Culture that Cultivates Relevance, Relationships, and Rigor (Part 2) | Facilitated by City of Medicine Academy | City of Medicine Academy | City of Medicine Academy CyBrary
LIMITED
Wednesday April 29, 2026 2:30pm - 4:15pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Keaundra J Robinson | [email protected] | Equity Leadership and Strategy Coord.; Dr. Iwinosa Idahor | [email protected] | Office of Equity Affairs
Location: City of Medicine Academy CyBrary
Description: Reflect on our personal and professional identities. Explore Multiple perspectives to create a more inclusive school environment for students, families, and employees that fosters a sense of belonging at CMA. Engage in honest conversations to cultivate an equitable school culture and climate.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Equity
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday April 29, 2026 2:30pm - 4:15pm EDT
City of Medicine Academy Cybrary

2:30pm EDT

Part 3🦉WISE PATHS TO SUCCESS: Preparing Owls to Soar on Purpose: https://t.ly/dEnWP (QR Code) | Facilitated by Durham School of Technology | Durham School of Technology | Durham School of Technology DST Learning Lab
LIMITED
Wednesday April 29, 2026 2:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Lucretia Smith | [email protected] | CIMC/CDC; Lamont Dixon | [email protected] | Principal; Syreeta Mason-Foster | [email protected] | Assistant Principal
Location: Durham School of Technology DST Learning Lab
Description: This professional learning experience equips all DST Owls—teachers, staff, and leaders—with the tools, clarity, and systems needed to ensure a successful testing season, a consistent and supportive learning environment, and strong community partnerships for all scholars. Through targeted sessions aligned with DPS Strategic Priorities, staff will strengthen assessment readiness, improve classroom culture, and expand support for military-connected students. Together, we will lead with wisdom, strengthen our practice, and prepare our scholars to soar.
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content, *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children, MTSS, Team Building, Beginning Teachers, Professional Learning System and Processes
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday April 29, 2026 2:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Durham School of Technology DST Learning Lab

3:15pm EDT

Classified Support Staff - Reviewing Roles and Responsibilities | Facilitated by Jordan High School | Jordan High School | Jordan High School Main Office Conference Room
LIMITED
Wednesday April 29, 2026 3:15pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Susan Stewart Taylor | [email protected] | Principal
Location: Jordan High School Main Office Conference Room
Description: Classified support staff (receptionists, bookkeeper, data manager, and records specialists) will review roles and responsibilities.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Customer Service, Team Building, Communication Skills
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Receptionists, School Treasurers, Bookkeepers, Data Managers
Wednesday April 29, 2026 3:15pm - 4:00pm EDT
Jordan High School Main Office Conference Room

3:15pm EDT

Student-Focused Master Scheduling | Facilitated by Jordan High School | Jordan High School | Jordan High School Room 105
LIMITED
Wednesday April 29, 2026 3:15pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Sara Huckbody | [email protected] | Assistant Principal of Instruction
Location: Jordan High School Room 105
Description: Under the guidance of the assistant principal of instruction, the Leadership Team will review scheduling process in Infinite Campus.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Infinite Campus
Targeted Instructional Grades: Leadership
Targeted Roles: Leads
Wednesday April 29, 2026 3:15pm - 4:00pm EDT
Jordan High School Room 105
 
Monday, May 4
 

4:45pm EDT

LGMS EOG Training | Facilitated by Lowe's Grove Middle School | Lowe's Grove Middle School | Lowe's Grove Middle School Media Center
LIMITED
Monday May 4, 2026 4:45pm - 6:15pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Jennifer Jaynes | [email protected] | Facilitator
Location: Lowe's Grove Middle School Media Center
Description: This required session will prepare staff to administer EOG assessments securely and consistently. Participants will review testing procedures, test security expectations, staff responsibilities, accommodations, materials, and common testing scenarios to support a smooth administration and accurate student data.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Monday May 4, 2026 4:45pm - 6:15pm EDT
Lowe's Grove Middle School Media Center
 
Tuesday, May 5
 

9:00am EDT

MTSS Facilitators Monthly PD - May | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Student Support Services | Staff Development Center M1 for All
Tuesday May 5, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Presenters: Felicia Sledge | [email protected] | MTSS Specialist; Amy Miller | [email protected] | IABS Director
Location: Staff Development Center M1 for All
Description: MTSS-Fs will gather with the IABS Department for professional development and implementation support.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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: Facilitators
Tuesday May 5, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center M1 for All

4:00pm EDT

RHMS EC Department Meeting 05/05/2026 | Facilitated by Rogers-Herr Middle School | Exceptional Children; Rogers-Herr Middle School | Rogers-Herr Middle School 220
Tuesday May 5, 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Presenters: Charlotte Whipp | [email protected] | ECF
Location: Rogers-Herr Middle School 220
Description: The Rogers-Herr EC Department will hold their bi-weekly department meeting.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistant Principals, Principals, Teachers
Tuesday May 5, 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Rogers-Herr Middle School 220
 
Wednesday, May 6
 

1:30pm EDT

Itinerant/Group Teachers Team Meeting | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education | Bacon Street 163
LIMITED
Wednesday May 6, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Bacon Street 163
Description: Preschool staff members serving students in the community and small group environment gather to share ideas and resources.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Wednesday May 6, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Bacon Street 163

2:40pm EDT

Forest View: Character Strong SEL Learning Lab 9 | Facilitated by Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School | Forest View Elementary School Media Center
Wednesday May 6, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EDT
Presenters: Colleen Robinson | [email protected] | Instructional Coach; Mary Alice Sprinkle | [email protected] | Instructional Coach; Laura Weatherly | [email protected] | School Counselor
Location: Forest View Elementary School Media Center
Description: Ongoing Character Strong professional development series focused on practical SEL strategies that build empathy, connection, and belonging. This choice session is designed for staff who want to strengthen relationships and bring simple, impactful SEL practices into their work.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: School Counselors, Specialists, Teachers
Wednesday May 6, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EDT
Forest View Elementary School Media Center

3:00pm EDT

Early Education Support Team (EEST) PLC | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education | Bacon Street 165
LIMITED
Wednesday May 6, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Laura Echols | [email protected] | School Pyschologist
Location: Bacon Street 165
Description: Early Education Support Team (EEST) will review and use data to improve educational outcomes for preschoolers.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Speech Language Pathologists, Teachers
Wednesday May 6, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Bacon Street 165

3:00pm EDT

Early Education Support Team (EEST) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education | Bacon Street 165
LIMITED
Wednesday May 6, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Bacon Street 165
Description: Early Education Support Team (EEST) provides training and support to preschool staff members serving students in the community.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Speech Language Pathologists, Teachers
Wednesday May 6, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Bacon Street 165
 
Monday, May 11
 

3:00pm EDT

OGE-EOG Staff Training | Facilitated by Oak Grove Elementary School | Oak Grove Elementary School | Oak Grove Elementary School Media Center
Monday May 11, 2026 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Presenters: Tonya Enoch | [email protected] | Teaching & Learning Coach
Location: Oak Grove Elementary School Media Center
Description: This professional development session prepares staff for the successful administration of End-of-Grade (EOG) assessments by ensuring a clear understanding of testing expectations, procedures, and responsibilities. Participants will review state testing policies, including standardized administration protocols, test security, accommodations, and ethical practices. The session will also provide guidance on preparing students for testing, managing the testing environment, and addressing potential challenges during administration. By the end of the training, staff will be equipped to implement testing procedures with fidelity, maintain compliance with all regulations, and create a calm, supportive testing experience that promotes student success.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, *None (Non-Instructional), Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Instructional Coaches, Social Workers, Back-up Test Coordinators, Assistant Principals, Instructional Assistants, Principals, Teachers, Test Coordinators
Monday May 11, 2026 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Oak Grove Elementary School Media Center
 
Wednesday, May 20
 

1:30pm EDT

Itinerant/Group Teachers Team Meeting | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education | Bacon Street 163
LIMITED
Wednesday May 20, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Bacon Street 163
Description: Preschool staff members serving students in the community and small group environment gather to share ideas and resources.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Wednesday May 20, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Bacon Street 163
 
Wednesday, June 3
 

1:30pm EDT

Itinerant/Group Teachers Team Meeting | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Early Education | Bacon Street 163
LIMITED
Wednesday June 3, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Beatrice Springs | [email protected] | EC Coordinator; April Washington | [email protected] | Director; Melissa Anders | [email protected] | EC Facilitator; Renee Harris | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Bacon Street 163
Description: Preschool staff members serving students in the community and small group environment gather to share ideas and resources.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Wednesday June 3, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Bacon Street 163
 
Thursday, June 11
 

12:00am EDT

Registered Behavior Technician Course | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Thursday June 11, 2026 12:00am - 11:59am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: 40 hours course in applied behavior analysis. Upon completion of this course, you will not be an RBT unless you complete other requirements, however you will have the content knowledge to apply to your role. CEUs for participants who completed the quiz are input at the end of each semester.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Thursday June 11, 2026 12:00am - 11:59am EDT
Online

7:00am EDT

Registered Behavior Technician Course | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Thursday June 11, 2026 7:00am - 11:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: 40 hours course in applied behavior analysis. Upon completion of this course, you will not be an RBT unless you complete other requirements, however you will have the content knowledge to apply to your role. CEUs for participants who completed the quiz are input at the end of each semester.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Thursday June 11, 2026 7:00am - 11:00pm EDT
Online
 
Friday, June 12
 

9:00am EDT

One day Restorative Practices for Educators | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Bacon Street 54
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Amy Miller | [email protected] | Director; Laverne Mattocks-Perry | [email protected] | Senior Executive Director
Location: Bacon Street 54
Description: This session is open to any educator wishing to learn more or refresh their knowledge about the Restorative Practices Framework. Topics covered will be Circles, affective statements, restorative questions and fair process.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Friday June 12, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm EDT
Bacon Street 54

12:00pm EDT

IRIS: RTI (Part 1): An Overview | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This module outlines the differences between the IQ-achievement discrepancy model and the Response-to-Intervention (RTI) approach. It also offers a brief overview of each tier in the RTI model and explains its benefits.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Online

12:00pm EDT

IRIS: Secondary Transition: Helping Students with Disabilities Plan for Postsecondary Settings | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: Participants will understand the importance of secondary transition planning, recognize the unique challenges faced by students with disabilities, promote student self-determination, and identify the key components of effective transition planning.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Online

12:00pm EDT

IRIS: SOS: Helping Students Become Independent Learners | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: Participants will understand self-regulation techniques, recognize when and where to use them, and be able to describe and implement the four major types of self-regulation strategies.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Online

12:00pm EDT

IRIS: SRSD: Using Learning Strategies to Enhance Student Learning | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: Participants will be able to define strategies, explain strategy instruction and its benefits, describe the steps for implementing strategy instruction, and understand how self-regulation enhances strategy use.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Online

12:00pm EDT

IRIS: Family Engagement: Collaborating with Families of Students with Disabilities | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This module addresses the importance of engaging the families of students with disabilities in their child’s education. It highlights some of the key factors that affect these families and outlines some practical ways to build relationships and create opportunities for involvement.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Online

12:00pm EDT

IRIS: Functional Behavioral Assessment (Elementary): Identifying the Reasons for Student Behavior | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This module explores the importance of discovering the reasons that students engage in challenging behavior and outlines steps for conducting a functional behavioral assessment.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Online

12:00pm EDT

IRIS: Functional Behavioral Assessment (Secondary): Identifying the Reasons for Student Behavior | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This module explores the importance of discovering the reasons that students engage in challenging behavior and outlines steps for conducting a functional behavioral assessment.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Online

12:00pm EDT

IRIS: IEPs: How Administrators Can Support the Development and Implementation of High-Quality IEPs | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: Specifically designed with school administrators in mind, this module offers guidance on how to support and facilitate the development and implementation of high-quality IEPs, including the monitoring of student progress.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Online

12:00pm EDT

IRIS: Progress Monitoring: Mathematics | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This resource introduces users to progress monitoring in mathematics, a type of formative assessment in which student learning is evaluated to provide useful feedback about performance to both learners and teachers.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Online

12:00pm EDT

IRIS: Progress Monitoring: Reading | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This module introduces users to progress monitoring in reading, a type of formative assessment in which student learning is evaluated to provide useful feedback about performance to both learners and teachers.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Online

12:00pm EDT

IRIS: Related Services: Common Supports for Students with Disabilities | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This module offers a description of related services and an overview of the benefits they provide to students with disabilities in the general education classroom. It highlights five commonly used related services (Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology Services, Social Work Services, and Psychological Services) and briefly highlights many of the other related services as identified through IDEA ’04.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Online

12:00pm EDT

IRIS: RTI (Part 2): Assessment | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This module explores in detail the assessment procedures integral to RTI. It also outlines how to use progress monitoring data to determine whether a student is meeting the established performance criteria or if more intensive intervention is needed.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Online

12:00pm EDT

IRIS: Secondary Reading Instruction (Part 1) Teaching Vocabulary and Comprehension in the Content Areas | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This module describes how teachers can incorporate vocabulary and reading comprehension skills instruction into content-area lessons and overviews a variety of effective practices—including the use of graphic organizers—to help students better understand what they read
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Online

12:00pm EDT

IRIS: Secondary Transition: Interagency Collaboration | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This module defines and discusses the purpose of interagency collaboration and addresses the importance of partnering with agencies to improve outcomes for students with disabilities who are transitioning from high school.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Online

12:00pm EDT

IRIS: Secondary Transition: Student-Centered Transition Planning | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This module will help users to better understand the benefits of student-centered transition planning, identify ways to involve students in collecting assessment information and developing goals, and be able to prepare students to actively participate in their own IEP meetings
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Online

12:00pm EDT

IRIS: Students with Significant Cognitive Disabilities: Supports in the General Education Classroom | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This module describes the benefits of including students with significant cognitive disabilities in general education classrooms.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Online

12:00pm EDT

IRIS: Teaching English Learners: Effective Instructional Practices | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: Participants will be able to define English language learners, understand language proficiency levels, apply effective instructional strategies, and recognize assessment implications for these students.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Online

12:00pm EDT

IRIS: The Pre-Referral Process: Procedures for Supporting Students with Academic and Behavioral Concerns | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This module highlights the benefits of the pre-referral process—a preventative approach that can eliminate inappropriate referrals to special education—and outlines the six stages most commonly involved in its implementation .
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Online

12:00pm EDT

IRIS: Understanding Special Student Populations: Educational Impact and Strategies for Success | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: Participants will be able to describe the diversity of students in today’s classrooms, explain how differences affect learning, and identify strategies to support the success of all student populations.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Online

12:00pm EDT

AFIRM: Introduction to Autism | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This module contains information about the characteristics of autism, including social communication, repetitive behaviors, thinking and learning, and how to support learners.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Online

12:00pm EDT

IRIS: High Quality Mathematics Instruction: What Teachers Should Know | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This module describes the components of high-quality mathematics instruction: a standards-based curriculum and evidence-based strategies. It also highlights several effective practices teachers can use to teach mathematics.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Online

12:00pm EDT

IRIS: MTSS/RTI: Mathematics | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This module describes the MTSS, or RTI, framework as applied to mathematics. It includes discussions of how MTSS and RTI are related, as well as a description of instruction, assessment, and data-based decision making at each level of intensity: Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Online

12:00pm EDT

IRIS: Secondary Reading Instruction (Part 2): Deepening Middle School Content-Area Learning with Vocabulary and Comprehension Strategies | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This module examines some of the reasons that adolescents struggle with content-area text and overviews effective strategies teachers can use to improve the vocabulary and comprehension skills of students with a wide range of abilities and across a variety of subjects
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Online

12:00pm EDT

IRIS: Universal Design for Learning: Designing Learning Experiences that Engage and Challenge All Students | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: Participants will understand the importance of addressing learner variability and facilitating learner agency, recognize that instructional barriers—not students—create challenges, and be able to apply the iterative principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to instruction.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Online

12:00pm EDT

IRIS: Universal Design for Learning: Designing Learning Experiences that Engage and Challenge All Students | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: Participants will understand the importance of addressing learner variability and facilitating learner agency, recognize that instructional barriers—not students—create challenges, and be able to apply the iterative principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to instruction.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Online

12:00pm EDT

AFIRM: Differential Reinforcement (DR) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: A systematic process that increases desirable behavior or the absence of an undesirable behavior by providing positive consequences for demonstration/non-demonstration of such behavior. These consequences may be provided when the learner is: a) engaging in a specific desired behavior other than the undesirable behavior (DRA), b) engaging in a behavior that is physically impossible to do while exhibiting the undesirable behavior (DRI), or c) not engaging in the undesirable behavior (DRO).
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

12:00pm EDT

AFIRM: Discrete Trial Training (DTT) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: Instructional approach with massed or repeated trials with each trial consisting of the teacher's instruction/presentation, the child's response, a carefully planned consequence, and a pause prior to presenting the next instruction.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

12:00pm EDT

AFIRM: Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: A type of Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC) where learners are initially taught to give a picture of a desired item to a communicative partner in exchange for the desired item. PECS consists of six phases which are: (1) “how” to communicate, (2) distance and persistence, (3) picture discrimination, (4) sentence structure, (5) responsive requesting, and (6) commenting.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

12:00pm EDT

AFIRM: Pivotal Response Training (PRT) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: A type of Naturalistic Intervention (NI) where pivotal learning variables (i .e ., motivation, responding to multiple cues, self-management, and self-initiations) guide intervention practices that are implemented in settings that build on learner interests and initiative.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

12:00pm EDT

AFIRM: Prompting (PP) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: Verbal, gestural, or physical assistance given to learners to support them in acquiring or engaging in a targeted behavior or skill.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

12:00pm EDT

AFIRM: Prompting: Introduction & Practice | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: Verbal, gestural, or physical assistance given to learners to support them in acquiring or engaging in a targeted behavior or skill.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

12:00pm EDT

AFIRM: Reinforcement (R) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: The application of a consequence following a learner's use of a response or skills that increases the likelihood that the learner will use the response/skills in the future.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

12:00pm EDT

IRIS: Differentiated Instruction: Maximizing the Learning of All Students | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This module discusses the importance of differentiating three aspects of instruction: content, process (instructional methods), and product (assessment). It also explores the student traits—readiness level, interest, and learning profile—that influence learning
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

12:00pm EDT

IRIS: IEPs: Developing High Quality Individualized Education Programs | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This module details the process of developing high-quality individualized education programs (IEPs) for students with disabilities. The module discusses the requirements for IEPs as outlined in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) with implications of the Supreme Court’s ruling in Endrew F. v. Douglas County School District *.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

12:00pm EDT

IRIS: RTI (Part 4): Putting It All Together | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This module synthesizes the information in RTI (Parts 1, 2, and 3) to provide teachers and other school personnel with a more comprehensive illustration of how to successfully implement RTI
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

12:00pm EDT

IRIS: Autism (Part 2): Evidence-Based Practices | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This module, second in a two-part series, highlights strategies that have been shown to be effective in teaching appropriate behaviors and skills and decreasing inappropriate behaviors with children and youth with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). It next explores several strategies that are particularly effective with young children, elementary and middle school students, and high school students.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 12:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

Classroom Design: Designing Spaces to Meet the Needs of Students with Disabilities | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Open District-Wide |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Monique Bonner | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This training focuses on how intentional classroom and school space design can support access, engagement, and independence for students with disabilities. Participants will learn practical strategies for organizing environments, addressing sensory and physical needs, and using visual and environmental supports to promote inclusion, safety, and meaningful learning across settings.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

IRIS: Behavioral Principles: The Basics of Understanding Student Behavior | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This module examines the ABC (antecedent-behavior-consequence) model, which illustrates how environmental factors can influence behaviors before and after they occur. This module also explores other foundational concepts involved in understanding, addressing, and changing behavior.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

IRIS: Early Childhood Environments: Designing Effective Classroom | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This module offers information on how to set up effective inclusive early childhood classroom environments for young children. It also provides details about the interrelated physical, social, and temporal components of those environment, as well as adaptations to help teachers meet the needs of children with disabilities.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

IRIS: Executive Functions (Part 1): Understanding Why Some Students Struggle | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This module explores executive functions and explains why many students struggle with cognitive processes related to learning. It then examines why it’s critical for teachers to explicitly teach these students when, where, and how to use effective study strategies to help them succeed academically.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

School Suspensions are an Adult Behavior | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Monique Bonner | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: There is an epidemic of school suspensions in the U.S. and the downstream consequences are severe. Adults suspend students, and while that may sound obvious, Rosemarie Allen realized that the problem might be the solution. When dealing with the difficult behaviors of children, what if we turned our focus inward?
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

Teaching Toilet Training | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Monique Bonner | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: Participants will Identify the difference between changing and toilet training , learn the best practices for toilet training, and develop a toilet training plan.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

IRIS: Early Childhood Behavior Management: Developing and Teaching Rules | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This module includes information on how to create developmentally appropriate behavior rules for early childhood classrooms so that they link to a given school’s behavior expectations. The importance of communication with families about rules and expected behaviors is also stressed .
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

IRIS: English Learners with Disabilities: Supporting Young Children in the Classroom | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This module offers an overview of young children who are English learners. Further, it highlights the importance of maintaining children’s home language at the same time they are learning a new or second language, discusses considerations for screening and assessing these children, and identifies strategies for supporting them in inclusive preschool classrooms.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

The Kids We Lose Documentary | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This film, which has aired on public television in numerous states, exposes the futility and brutality of how our most vulnerable kids are still being treated, makes a clear connection between that treatment and the school-to-prison pipeline, and offers a glimpse of a future without detentions, suspensions, expulsions, restraints, seclusions, and corporal punishment.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

AFIRM: Antecedent-Based Interventions (ABI) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: Arrangement of events or circumstances that precede an activity or demand in order to increase the occurrence of a behavior or lead to the reduction of the interfering behaviors.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

AFIRM: Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: Interventions using and/or teaching the use of a system of communication that is not verbal/vocal which can be aided (e.g., device, communication book) or unaided (e.g., sign language)
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

AFIRM: Ayres Sensory Integration (ASI) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: Interventions that target a person's ability to integrate sensory information (visual, auditory, tactile, proprioceptive, and vestibular) from their body and environment in order to respond using organized and adaptive behavior.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

AFIRM: Behavioral Momentum Intervention (BMI) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: The organization of behavior expectations in a sequence in which low probability, or more difficult, responses are embedded in a series of high probability, or less effortful, responses to increase persistence and the occurrence of the low probability responses.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

AFIRM: Cognitive Behavioral/Instructional Strategies (CBIS) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: Instruction on management or control of cognitive processes that lead to changes in behavioral, social, or academic behavior.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

AFIRM: Direct Instruction (DI) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: A systematic approach to teaching using a sequenced instructional package with scripted protocols or lessons. It emphasizes teacher and student dialogue through choral and independent student responses and employs systematic and explicit error corrections to promote mastery and generalization.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

AFIRM: Exercise & Movement (EXM) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: Interventions that use physical exertion, specific motor skills/ techniques, or mindful movement to target a variety of skills and behaviors.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

AFIRM: Extinction (EXT) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: The removal of reinforcing consequences of a behavior that interferes with the learner's safety or learning in order to reduce the future occurrence of that behavior.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

AFIRM: Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: A systematic way of determining the underlying function or purpose of a behavior so that an effective intervention plan can be developed.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

AFIRM: Functional Communication Training (FCT) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: A set of practices that replace an interfering behavior that has a communication function with more appropriate and effective communication behaviors or skills.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

AFIRM: Music-Mediated Intervention (MMI) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: Intervention that incorporates songs, melodic intonation, and/or rhythm to support learning or performance of skills/behaviors. It includes music therapy, as well as other interventions that incorporate music to address target skills.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

AFIRM: Naturalistic Interventions (NI) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: A collection of techniques and strategies that are embedded in typical activities and/or routines in which the learner participates to naturally promote, support, and encourage target skills/behaviors.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

AFIRM: Parent-Implemented Intervention (PII) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: Parent delivery of an intervention to their child that promotes their social communication or other skills or decreases their behavior that interferes with their safety or learning.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

AFIRM: Peer-Based Instruction & Intervention (PBII) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: Intervention in which peers directly promote autistic children’s social interactions and/or other individual learning goals, or the teacher/ other adult organizes the social context (e.g., play groups, social network groups, recess) and when necessary provides support (e.g., prompts, reinforcement) to the autistic children and their peer to engage in social interactions.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

AFIRM: Reinforcement: Introduction & Practice | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: The application of a consequence following a learner's use of a response or skills that increases the likelihood that the learner will use the response/skills in the future.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

AFIRM: Response Interruption & Redirection (RIR) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: The introduction of a prompt, comment, or other distractors when an interfering behavior is occurring that is designed to divert the learner's attention away from the interfering behavior and results in its reduction.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

AFIRM: Scripting (SC) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: A type of Visual Support (VS) where a verbal and/or written description about a specific skill or situation that serves as a model for the learner. Scripts are usually practiced repeatedly before the skill is used in the actual situation.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

AFIRM: Self-Management (SM) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: Instruction focusing on learners discriminating between appropriate and inappropriate behaviors, accurately monitoring, and recording their own behaviors, and rewarding themselves for behaving appropriately.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

AFIRM: Social Skills Training (SST) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: Group or individual instruction designed to teach learners ways to participate in their interactions appropriately and successfully with others.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

AFIRM: Structured Play Groups (SPG) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: A type of Peer-Based Instruction & Intervention (PBII) where small group activities characterized by their occurrences in a defined area and with a defined activity, the specific selection of typically developing peers to be in the group, a clear delineation of theme and roles by adult leading, prompting, or scaffolding as needed to support students’ performance related to the goals of the activity.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

AFIRM: Supporting Peer Interactions: Introduction & Practice | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: Adults and peers provide support (e.g., prompts, reinforcement) to the children on the spectrum and their peer to engage in social interactions.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

AFIRM: Task Analysis (TA) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: A process in which an activity or behavior is divided into small, manageable steps in order to assess and teach the skill. Other practices, such as reinforcement, video modeling, or time delay, are often used to facilitate acquisition of the smaller steps.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

AFIRM: Technology-Aided Instruction & Intervention (TAII) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: Instruction or intervention in which technology is the central feature and the technology is specifically designed or employed to support the learning or performance of a behavior or skill for the learner.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

AFIRM: Time Delay (TD) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: A practice used to systematically fade the use of prompts during instructional activities by using a brief delay between the initial instruction and any additional instructions or prompts.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

AFIRM: Time Delay: Introduction & Practice | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: A practice used to systematically fade the use of prompts during instructional activities by using a brief delay between the initial instruction and any additional instructions or prompts.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

AFIRM: Video Modeling (VM) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: A video-recorded demonstration of the targeted behavior or skill shown to the learner to assist learning in or engaging in a desired behavior or skill.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

AFIRM: Visual Cues: Introduction & Practice | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: A type of visual display that supports the learner engaging in a desired behavior or skills independent of additional prompts.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

AFIRM: Visual Supports (VS) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: A visual display that supports the learner engaging in a desired behavior or skills independent of additional prompts.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

Exceptional Children PreK-12 Specialized Programs Handbook | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Monique Bonner | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: The Exceptional Children PreK–12 Specialized Programs Handbook serves as a comprehensive guide for educators, administrators, and support staff working with students with disabilities. It outlines program models, instructional practices, classroom and environmental considerations, related services, compliance requirements, and procedures to ensure high-quality, consistent supports across PreK–12 specialized settings.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

IRIS: Accommodations: Instructional & Testing Supports for Students with Disabilities | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This module overviews instructional and testing accommodations for students with disabilities, explains how accommodations differ from other kinds of instructional adaptations, defines the four categories of accommodations, and describes how to implement accommodations and evaluate their effectiveness for individual students.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

IRIS: Addressing Challenging Behaviors (Part 2, Elementary): Understanding the Acting-Out Cycle | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: The second in a two-part series, this module describes strategies that teachers in elementary classrooms can implement to prevent or address challenging behaviors.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

IRIS: Addressing Challenging Behaviors (Part 2, Secondary): Understanding the Acting-Out Cycle | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: The second in a two-part series, this module describes strategies that teachers in secondary classrooms can implement to prevent or address challenging behaviors.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

IRIS: Autism (Part 1): An Overview for Educators | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This module, the first in a two-part series, provides an overview of autism alongside information about school services and supports. It explores the difference between a medical diagnosis and an educational determination, outlines the role of the multidisciplinary team, and offers guidance on family engagement. Additionally, it reviews important considerations for both the learning environment and instructional practices for students with autism.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

IRIS: Behavioral Intervention Plans (Elementary): Developing a Plan to Address Student Behavior | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This module explores the steps for developing a behavioral intervention plan. It includes identifying appropriate behaviors to replace the interfering behavior, selecting and implementing interventions that address the function of the behavior, monitoring students’ responses to the interventions, and making adjustments based on the data.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

IRIS: Behavioral Intervention Plans (Secondary): Developing a Plan to Address Student Behavior | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This module explores the steps for developing a behavioral intervention plan. It includes identifying appropriate behaviors to replace the interfering behavior, selecting and implementing interventions that address the function of the behavior, monitoring students’ responses to the interventions, and making adjustments based on the data.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

IRIS: Bookshare: Providing Accessible Materials for Students with Print Disabilities | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This module presents an overview of Bookshare, which provides accessible educational materials to students with print disabilities. Topics include how these students can access Bookshare’s free, user-friendly materials and how teachers can use this information in their daily instructional planning
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

IRIS: Classroom Behavior Management (Part 1): Key Concepts & Foundational Practices | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This module overviews the effects of disruptive behaviors as well as important key concepts and foundational practices related to effective classroom behavior management, including cultural influences on behavior, the creation of positive climates and structured classrooms, and much more.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

IRIS: Classroom Behavior Management (Part 2, Elementary): Developing a Behavior Management Plan | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This module reviews the major components of a classroom behavior management plan (including a statement of purpose, rules, procedures, consequences, a crisis plan, and an action plan) and guides users through the steps of creating their own classroom behavior management plan.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

IRIS: Classroom Behavior Management (Part 2, Secondary): Developing a Behavior Management Plan | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This module reviews the major components of a classroom behavior management plan (including a statement of purpose, rules, procedures, consequences, a crisis plan, and an action plan) and guides users through the steps of creating their own classroom behavior management plan.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

IRIS: Addressing Challenging Behaviors (Part 1, Elementary): Understanding the Acting-Out Cycle | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: The first in a two-part series, this module discusses challenging behavior in terms of the phases of the acting-out cycle and offers strategies and tips for responding to students in each phase.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

IRIS: Addressing Challenging Behaviors (Part 1, Secondary): Understanding the Acting-Out Cycle | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This module describes strategies that teachers in secondary classrooms can implement to prevent or address challenging behaviors.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

IRIS: Executive Functions (Part 2) : Strategies to Improve Students' Academic Performance | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: This companion to the Executive Functions (Part 1) module reiterates the importance of teachers providing explicit instruction to students with executive function difficulties on the use of effective strategies. It then overviews a number of these strategies: graphic organizers, note-taking, mnemonics, organizing materials, time management, comprehension strategies, and self-regulation strategies.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Online

1:30pm EDT

How Childhood Trauma Affects Health Across a Lifetime | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Monique Bonner | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: Pediatrician Nadine Burke Harris explains that the repeated stress of abuse, neglect and parents struggling with mental health or substance abuse issues has real, tangible effects on the development of the brain. This unfolds across a lifetime, to the point where those who’ve experienced high levels of trauma are at triple the risk for heart disease and lung cancer.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Online

1:30pm EDT

Overview of EC | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Monique Bonner | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: Participants will understand how students qualify to receive special education (Exceptional Children’s) services, review the categories of disabilities, learn the components of an IEP, and review the purpose of FBAs and BIPs.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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: Assistants, Teachers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Online
 
Wednesday, June 17
 

8:30am EDT

Required LEA Representative Training Option F | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | School Leadership | Other... Old Northern HS Room V-1
LIMITED
Wednesday June 17, 2026 8:30am - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Kristin Bell | [email protected] | Presenter; Kenneth Hill | [email protected] | Presenter; Wendy Vavrousek | [email protected] | Presenter; Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Presenter; April Washington | [email protected] | Presenter
Location: Other... Old Northern HS Room V-1
Description: Topics for this day long training include: 1. The Long and Winding Road: State of EC in DPS/Review of Pitfalls and Common Mistakes 2. How to Be an Effective LEA Representative 3. Seclusion & Restraint Policy Updates & Training 4. Child Find: The Intersection of MTSS, 504 and EC 5. Documentation Essentials: Progress Monitoring (A Review of the Courts’ View: What’s Helpful, What Isn’t—and How to Help Teachers Monitor the IEP
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional), Leadership
Targeted Roles: Assistant Superintendents, Directors, Superintendents, Assistant Principals, Facilitators, Principals
Wednesday June 17, 2026 8:30am - 4:00pm EDT
Other... Old Northern HS Room V-1
 
Monday, June 22
 

1:00pm EDT

AFIRM: Social Narratives (SN) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Monday June 22, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: Interventions that describe social situations in order to highlight relevant features of a target behavior or skill and offer examples of appropriate responding.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
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: Assistants, Teachers
Monday June 22, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online
 
Tuesday, July 28
 

10:00am EDT

Data, Equity, Results: Building Achievement Gap Plans That Drive Impact | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/lH0KT
LIMITED
Tuesday July 28, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Cherice Artis | [email protected] | K-12 School Counseling Coordinator
Location: https://t.ly/lH0KT
Description: Participants will build practical skills to design and implement equity focused Achievement Gap Plans. By the end of the session, school counselors will be able to use data to create targeted plans and define measurable outcomes that demonstrate progress in closing achievement gaps.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Counselors
Targeted Instructional Grades: 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: School Counselors
Tuesday July 28, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Online
 


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