Durham Public Schools PL

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.

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

Tuesday June 17, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am EDT

Riverside High School Room 234

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

*None (Non-Instructional), Culturally Responsive Practices, Communication Skills

SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/JfvnP
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1:00pm EDT

2025 Summer SPLASH | Trauma Informed Schools | Facilitated by Student Wellness and Advocacy | Open District-Wide | Riverside High School Room A219

Wednesday June 18, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT

Riverside High School Room A219

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

*None (Non-Instructional), Communication Skills, Social Emotional, Culturally Responsive Practices

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9:00am EDT

Navigating Change using the Crucial Conversation Model for School Improvement | Facilitated by Curriculum and Instruction | Open District-Wide |

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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1:00pm EDT

Equity 101 (Amplified): Transforming School & Classroom Culture Through Equitable Learning Environments | Facilitated by Equity | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M9

Thursday July 10, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT

Staff Development Center M9

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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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

Monday July 14, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am EDT

Other... OLD Northern; 117 Tim Wilkinson Road

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

*None (Non-Instructional), Leadership, Team Building, Communication Skills, Human Resources

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9:00am EDT

Trauma Informed Practices | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Bacon Street 54

Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT

Bacon Street 54

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

*None (Non-Instructional), Leadership, Communication Skills

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1:00pm EDT

Interpretation and Translation Services | Facilitated by Classified | Open District-Wide | Hillside High School Room 205

Thursday August 7, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT

Hillside High School Room 205

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

*None (Non-Instructional), Customer Service, Communication Skills

SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/GZ9Ip
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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

*None (Non-Instructional), Increased Rigor, Leadership, Social Emotional, Team Building, Assessment for Learning, Beginning Teachers, Communication Skills, Data Analysis, Effective Feedback Strategies, Equity

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9:00am EDT

Credit Recovery Facilitation | Facilitated by Ignite! Online Academy | Ignite! Online Academy | https://t.ly/fQP60

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

*None (Non-Instructional), Digital Teaching and Learning, Communication Skills, Standards Aligned Instruction

ONLINE MEETING URL https://t.ly/fQP60
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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

*None (Non-Instructional), Customer Service, Communication Skills

ONLINE MEETING URL https://t.ly/xd1rP
SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/Co2IJ
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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

Monday August 18, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT

C.C. Spaulding Elementary Auditorium

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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9:00am EDT

Trauma Informed Practices for Assistant Principals (and new principals) | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Bacon Street 54

Tuesday August 19, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT

Bacon Street 54

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

*None (Non-Instructional), Leadership, Communication Skills

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8:30am EDT

Trauma Informed Schools 101 | Facilitated by Student Wellness and Advocacy | Hillandale Elementary School | Hillandale Elementary School Media Center

Friday August 22, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am EDT

Hillandale Elementary School Media Center

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

*None (Non-Instructional), Culturally Responsive Practices, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Communication Skills

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10:30am EDT

Discipline: Restorative Practices Mindset Shift | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide |

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

*None (Non-Instructional), Culturally Responsive Practices, Leadership, MTSS, Communication Skills, Equity

SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/7dMJf
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12:30pm EDT

District Magnet Coordinators Meeting | Facilitated by Magnet Programs | Career Technical Education; Magnet Programs | Staff Development Center

Monday September 15, 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm EDT

Staff Development Center

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

*None (Non-Instructional), Leadership, Communication Skills

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2:15pm EDT

Trauma Informed Schools 101 | Facilitated by Student Wellness and Advocacy | Hillandale Elementary School | Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center

Wednesday September 17, 2025 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT

Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center

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

*None (Non-Instructional), Culturally Responsive Practices, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Communication Skills

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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

Friday September 19, 2025 10:00am - 11:30am EDT

Staff Development Center M1

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

*None (Non-Instructional), Customer Service, Health and Safety, Safety, Team Building, Communication Skills, Equity, Security

SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/nPzy5
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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

Brogden Middle School Media Center

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

*None (Non-Instructional), Assessments-Data-Accountability, Digital Teaching and Learning, Communication Skills

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12:30pm EDT

District Magnet Coordinators Meeting | Facilitated by Magnet Programs | Career Technical Education; Magnet Programs | Staff Development Center M7

Monday October 20, 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm EDT

Staff Development Center M7

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

*None (Non-Instructional), Leadership, Communication Skills

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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

Monday November 10, 2025 6:30pm - 8:31pm EST

Club Boulevard Elementary Cafeteria

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

*None (Non-Instructional), Communication Skills

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1:20pm EST

Lakeview School: Reset, Refocus, Reignite: Staff Wellness Day | Facilitated by Lakeview School | Lakeview School | Lakeview School Gym

Wednesday December 10, 2025 1:20pm - 1:50pm EST

Lakeview School Gym

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

*None (Non-Instructional), Team Building, Communication Skills

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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

Thursday December 11, 2025 10:00am - 11:30am EST

Staff Development Center M8

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

*None (Non-Instructional), Communication Skills, Curriculum and Instruction

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10:00am EST

Community ED Before and Afterschool Staff - Are We Leading In Excellence | Facilitated by Community Education | Community Education | Staff Development Center M9

Thursday January 15, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am EST

Staff Development Center M9

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

*None (Non-Instructional), Communication Skills, Curriculum and Instruction

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2:30pm EST

Trauma Informed Schools 101 | Facilitated by Student Wellness and Advocacy | Hillandale Elementary School | Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center

Wednesday January 21, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EST

Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center

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

*None (Non-Instructional), Culturally Responsive Practices, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Communication Skills

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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

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

*None (Non-Instructional), Culturally Responsive Practices, Customer Service, School Counselors, Communication Skills, Equity

ONLINE MEETING URL https://t.ly/ZyE5L
SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/Haqss
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6:30pm EST

Community ED Before and Afterschool Staff - Strategies for Handling Difficult Behavior | Facilitated by Community Education | Community Education | Glenn Elementary School Cafeteria

Tuesday February 17, 2026 6:30pm - 8:00pm EST

Glenn Elementary School Cafeteria

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

*None (Non-Instructional), Communication Skills, Curriculum and Instruction

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6:30pm EST

Community ED Before and Afterschool Staff - Behavior Techniques for Busy Kids | Facilitated by Community Education | Community Education | Pearsontown Elementary School Cafeteria

Wednesday February 25, 2026 6:30pm - 8:00pm EST

Pearsontown Elementary School Cafeteria

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

*None (Non-Instructional), Communication Skills, Curriculum and Instruction

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9:30am EST

Specialized Services Leadership Team | Facilitated by Specialized Services | Specialized Services | Staff Development Center M-8

Thursday March 5, 2026 9:30am - 12:00pm EST

Staff Development Center M-8

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

*None (Non-Instructional), Digital Teaching and Learning, Operations, Team Building, Communication Skills, Data Analysis

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10:00am EDT

Community ED Before and Afterschool Staff - What is STEAM | Facilitated by Community Education | Community Education | Staff Development Center M8

Monday March 9, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT

Staff Development Center M8

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

*None (Non-Instructional), Building Learning System Capacity, Communication Skills, Curriculum and Instruction

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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

Tuesday March 10, 2026 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT

Hillandale Elementary School Cafeteria

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

*None (Non-Instructional), Coaching and Mentoring, Communication Skills, Curriculum and Instruction

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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

Thursday March 12, 2026 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT

Staff Development Center M9

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

*None (Non-Instructional), Assessment for Learning, Communication Skills, Curriculum and Instruction

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2:30pm EDT

Trauma Informed Schools 101 | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Hillandale Elementary School | Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center

Wednesday March 18, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT

Club Boulevard Elementary Media Center

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

*None (Non-Instructional), Culturally Responsive Practices, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Communication Skills

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8:30am EDT

Trauma Informed Schools 101 | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Ignite! Online Academy |

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

*None (Non-Instructional), Culturally Responsive Practices, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Communication Skills

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10:00am EDT

Community ED Before and Afterschool Staff - Great Leadership | Facilitated by Community Education | Community Education | Staff Development Center M9

Tuesday April 14, 2026 10:00am - 11:30am EDT

Staff Development Center M9

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

*None (Non-Instructional), Leadership, Communication Skills

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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

Wednesday April 29, 2026 3:15pm - 4:00pm EDT

Jordan High School Main Office Conference Room

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

*None (Non-Instructional), Customer Service, Team Building, Communication Skills

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11:30am EDT

May 18: District BT Mentor PL: Lead Simply to Have The Conversation | Facilitated by Beginning Teachers Program | Beginning Teachers | https://t.ly/cAjjY

Monday May 18, 2026 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Iwinosa Idahor | [email protected] | ED
Location: https://t.ly/cAjjY
Description: This session focuses on blending practical leadership habits + equity-centered dialogue, with mentor/role-specific application opportunities. Session outcomes include: Strengthening mentor leadership identity, building confidence facilitating equity-centered conversations, applying strategies directly to teacher mentoring and coaching, deepening awareness of bias, identity, and culturally inclusive practices.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Coaching and Mentoring, Culturally Responsive Practices, Team Building, Beginning Teachers, Communication Skills, Equity
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Mentors

Monday May 18, 2026 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Online

*None (Non-Instructional), Coaching and Mentoring, Culturally Responsive Practices, Team Building, Beginning Teachers, Communication Skills, Equity

ONLINE MEETING URL https://t.ly/cAjjY
SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/OwolD
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11:30am EDT

May 20: District BT Mentor PL: Lead Simply to Have The Conversation | Facilitated by Beginning Teachers Program | Beginning Teachers | https://t.ly/0ZBm1

Wednesday May 20, 2026 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Iwinosa Idahor | [email protected] | ED
Location: https://t.ly/0ZBm1
Description: This session focuses on blending practical leadership habits + equity-centered dialogue, with mentor/role-specific application opportunities. Session outcomes include: Strengthening mentor leadership identity, building confidence facilitating equity-centered conversations, applying strategies directly to teacher mentoring and coaching, deepening awareness of bias, identity, and culturally inclusive practices.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Coaching and Mentoring, Culturally Responsive Practices, Team Building, Beginning Teachers, Communication Skills, Equity
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Mentors

Wednesday May 20, 2026 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Online

*None (Non-Instructional), Coaching and Mentoring, Culturally Responsive Practices, Team Building, Beginning Teachers, Communication Skills, Equity

ONLINE MEETING URL https://t.ly/0ZBm1
SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/nr1zz
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11:30am EDT

May 27: District BT Mentor PL: Lead Simply to Have The Conversation | Facilitated by Beginning Teachers Program | Beginning Teachers | https://t.ly/cAjjY

Wednesday May 27, 2026 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Iwinosa Idahor | [email protected] | ED
Location: https://t.ly/cAjjY
Description: This session focuses on blending practical leadership habits + equity-centered dialogue, with mentor/role-specific application opportunities. Session outcomes include: Strengthening mentor leadership identity, building confidence facilitating equity-centered conversations, applying strategies directly to teacher mentoring and coaching, deepening awareness of bias, identity, and culturally inclusive practices.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Coaching and Mentoring, Culturally Responsive Practices, Team Building, Beginning Teachers, Communication Skills, Equity
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Mentors

Wednesday May 27, 2026 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Online

*None (Non-Instructional), Coaching and Mentoring, Culturally Responsive Practices, Team Building, Beginning Teachers, Communication Skills, Equity

ONLINE MEETING URL https://t.ly/cAjjY
SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/iqLUw
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11:30am EDT

June 3: District BT Mentor PL: Lead Simply to Have The Conversation | Facilitated by Beginning Teachers Program | Beginning Teachers | https://t.ly/cAjjY

Wednesday June 3, 2026 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Iwinosa Idahor | [email protected] | ED
Location: https://t.ly/cAjjY
Description: This session focuses on blending practical leadership habits + equity-centered dialogue, with mentor/role-specific application opportunities. Session outcomes include: Strengthening mentor leadership identity, building confidence facilitating equity-centered conversations, applying strategies directly to teacher mentoring and coaching, deepening awareness of bias, identity, and culturally inclusive practices.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Coaching and Mentoring, Culturally Responsive Practices, Team Building, Beginning Teachers, Communication Skills, Equity
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Mentors

Wednesday June 3, 2026 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Online

*None (Non-Instructional), Coaching and Mentoring, Culturally Responsive Practices, Team Building, Beginning Teachers, Communication Skills, Equity

ONLINE MEETING URL https://t.ly/cAjjY
SESSION MATERIALS https://t.ly/FOLUl
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