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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.

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Tuesday, August 20
 

9:00am EDT

Quarter 1 Planning | Facilitated by Durham School of the Arts | Durham School of the Arts | Durham School of the Arts
Tuesday August 20, 2024 9:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Presenters: Christine Fierro | [email protected] | TLC
Location: Durham School of the Arts
Description: Teachers will meet with PLCs (or as the solo crafters of their course experience) to analyze where their students are with respect to Essential Outcomes (EO) for Quarter One. Based on student progress and need, teachers will develop various EO-aligned learning opportunities for Q1.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE, Healthful Living
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability, MTSS, Assessment for Learning, Curriculum and Instruction, Data Analysis
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Instructional Assistants, Teachers
Tuesday August 20, 2024 9:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Durham School of the Arts
 
Friday, October 25
 

12:00pm EDT

Quarter 2 Planning | Facilitated by Durham School of the Arts | Durham School of the Arts | Durham School of the Arts
Friday October 25, 2024 12:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Presenters: Christine Fierro | [email protected] | TLC
Location: Durham School of the Arts
Description: Teachers will meet with PLCs (or as the solo crafters of their course experience) to analyze where their students are with respect to Essential Outcomes (EO) for Quarter Two. Based on student progress and need, teachers will develop various EO-aligned learning opportunities for Q 2.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE, Healthful Living
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability, MTSS, Assessment for Learning, Curriculum and Instruction, Data Analysis
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Instructional Assistants, Teachers
Friday October 25, 2024 12:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Durham School of the Arts
 
Wednesday, February 19
 

3:30pm EST

Staff Meeting Development | Facilitated by Durham School of the Arts | Durham School of the Arts | Durham School of the Arts
Wednesday February 19, 2025 3:30pm - 5:30pm EST
Presenters: Christine Fierro | [email protected] | TLC; Jackie Tobias | [email protected] | principal
Location: Durham School of the Arts
Description: Throughout the year, parts of Staff Meetings were dedicated to professional development.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE, ELA , Healthful Living
Topic(s): Curriculum and Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday February 19, 2025 3:30pm - 5:30pm EST
Durham School of the Arts
 
Friday, May 9
 

1:00pm EDT

End of Year Planning | Facilitated by Durham School of the Arts | Durham School of the Arts | Durham School of the Arts
Friday May 9, 2025 1:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Presenters: Christine Fierro | [email protected] | TLC
Location: Durham School of the Arts
Description: Teachers will meet with PLCs (or as the solo crafters of their course experience) to analyze where their students are with respect to Essential Outcomes (EO) for Quarter Four. Based on student progress and need, teachers will develop various EO-aligned learning opportunities for May. Teachers will also be trained for testing.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE, ELA , Healthful Living
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability, MTSS, Assessment for Learning, Curriculum and Instruction, Data Analysis
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Instructional Assistants, Teachers
Friday May 9, 2025 1:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Durham School of the Arts
 
Friday, May 30
 

4:30pm EDT

AL Academy: May; Session 7 | Facilitated by Beginning Teachers Program | | https://t.ly/kIyB8
Friday May 30, 2025 4:30pm - 5:45pm EDT
Presenters: [email protected]
Location: https://t.ly/kIyB8
Description: Teachers with an Alternative License (Permit to Teach, Emergency License, Residency License, or CTE) are required to receive additional hours of professional learning and licensure support. These sessions will help teachers navigate the licensure process and meet their requirements successfully.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE, ELA
Topic(s): Beginning Teachers
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:
Friday May 30, 2025 4:30pm - 5:45pm EDT
Online
 
Thursday, June 12
 

4:45pm EDT

Orchestra PLC: Yearly Wrap Up Planning and PD | Facilitated by Arts Education | | Jordan High School
LIMITED
Thursday June 12, 2025 4:45pm - 5:45pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: [email protected]
Location: Jordan High School
Description: Teachers will meet to discuss what worked and what didn't
Subject Area(s): Arts
Topic(s): Arts
Targeted Instructional Grades: 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade,6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade,9th Grade, 10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles:
Thursday June 12, 2025 4:45pm - 5:45pm EDT
Jordan High School
 
Friday, June 13
 

8:00am EDT

Arts Ed: Lead Art Teacher | Facilitated by Arts Education | Arts Education | Fuller Building 310
LIMITED
Friday June 13, 2025 8:00am - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Les Turner | [email protected] | Director of Arts
Location: Fuller Building 310
Description: Lead Art Teacher Retreat for 2025-26 school year planning.
Subject Area(s): Arts
Topic(s): Coaching and Mentoring, Digital Teaching and Learning, Increased Rigor, Operations, Team Building, Beginning Teachers, Communication Skills, Equity, Standards Aligned Instruction, Student-Centered Learning
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: Leads
Friday June 13, 2025 8:00am - 4:00pm EDT
Fuller Building 310
 
Tuesday, June 17
 

8:30am EDT

2025 Summer SPLASH | Using Choice Boards to Build Student Engagement | Facilitated by Riverside High School | Open District-Wide | Riverside High School Room A214
LIMITED
Tuesday June 17, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Kelly Newsome | [email protected] | Teaching and Learning Coach
Location: Riverside High School Room A214
Description: for high school teachers to learn how to use choice boards in their classrooms as a way to foster student engagement and improve overall achievement.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE, Healthful Living
Topic(s): Increased Rigor, Curriculum and Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Tuesday June 17, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Riverside High School Room A214

1:00pm EDT

2025 Summer SPLASH | Teacher Support-Are we utilizing all of our resources? | Facilitated by Northern High School | Open District-Wide | Riverside High School Room A219
LIMITED
Tuesday June 17, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Temperance Tobe | [email protected] | CIMC; Lucretia Smith | [email protected] | CIMC; Jennifer Watson | [email protected] | CIMC
Location: Riverside High School Room A219
Description: Supporting beginner teachers through creative lesson planning, and utilizing technology and resources.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Digital Learning Standards, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE
Topic(s): Coaching and Mentoring, Digital Teaching and Learning, Information Technology, Building Learning System Capacity, Communication Skills, Curriculum and Instruction, Effective Feedback Strategies
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Directors, Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Mentors, Assistant Coordinators, Assistant Principals, Teachers
Tuesday June 17, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Riverside High School Room A219

1:00pm EDT

2025 Summer SPLASH | What Every General Education Teacher Needs to Know about Exceptional Children | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Open District-Wide | Riverside High School Room C233
LIMITED
Tuesday June 17, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Hannah Hribar | [email protected] | Lead EC Facilitator; Ajalyn Baker | [email protected] | Lead EC Facilitator; Wendy Vavrousek | [email protected] | EC Director
Location: Riverside High School Room C233
Description: This session will help general education teachers enhance their knowledge regarding exceptional children policies and practices, effectively collaborate with EC colleagues, and prepare for and engage in your students' IEP meetings.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, ELA
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
Tuesday June 17, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Riverside High School Room C233
 
Wednesday, June 18
 

8:30am EDT

2025 Summer SPLASH | The Right to Read: The Black Literacy Project | Facilitated by Equity and Professional Learning | Open District-Wide | Riverside High School Room C231
LIMITED
Wednesday June 18, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Iwinosa Idahor | [email protected] | Equity Affairs; Keaundra Robinson | [email protected] | Equity Affairs; Shaneka Bynum | [email protected] | Community Partner; Dr. Brittani Clark | [email protected] | Community Partner; Malenia Swinton | [email protected] | Community Partner
Location: Riverside High School Room C231
Description: Literacy is the key to understanding the world around us through meaningful engagement with ideas in all forms. This session will focus on mobilizing and empowering teachers to educate and serve students--especially the most vulnerable among us--around reading as a liberatory practice that can connect and transform.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE
Topic(s): Equity, Culture and Climate, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Culturally Responsive Practices, Student-Centered Learning
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: Instructional Assistants, Instructional Coaches, Teachers
Wednesday June 18, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Riverside High School Room C231
 
Tuesday, July 15
 

2:45pm EDT

Year Round Art Teacher Kick Off | Facilitated by Arts Education | Arts Education | Jordan High School
Tuesday July 15, 2025 2:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Presenters: Les Turner | [email protected] | Director of Arts Ed; Kiyoshi Carter | [email protected] | Art Specialist
Location: Jordan High School
Description: Beginning of the year details for Year Round Arts Educators.
Subject Area(s): Arts
Topic(s): Budgeting, Coaching and Mentoring, Increased Rigor, Team Building, Equity, Professional Learning System and Processes
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: Teachers
Tuesday July 15, 2025 2:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Jordan High School
 
Tuesday, July 29
 

1:00pm EDT

LEADERSHIP SUMMER LEARNING SERIES-Reset the Narrative: Principal & Media Coordinator Literacy Leadership | Facilitated by Curriculum and Instruction | Open District-Wide | TBD
LIMITED
Tuesday July 29, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Heidi Perez | [email protected] | Literacy Specialist; Kimberly Fawks-Gugino | [email protected] | Media Coordinator & District Lead; Kathleen Hill Graves | [email protected] | Media Coordinator & District Lead; Sally Winstead | [email protected] | Media Coordinator & District Lead; Christie Masinick | [email protected] | Media Coordinator & District Lead
Location: TBD
Description: This session offers an exploration of the NC School Executive Evaluation Rubric and the Media Coordinator Evaluation rubrics to reveal places where they overlap to foster shared literacy leadership in schools. Principals and media leads will discuss how media center resources and coordinator supports can energize increased professional collaboration, meaningful student reading engagement, and deep literacy culture at your school.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Digital Learning Standards, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE, Healthful Living, Occupational Course of Study
Topic(s): Effective Feedback Strategies, Media Coordinators, Professional Learning System and Processes
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 July 29, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
TBD
  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 |   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 |   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
 
Thursday, July 31
 

1:00pm EDT

LEADERSHIP SUMMER LEARNING SERIES-Curriculum Aligned Digital Resources for Daily Reading & Writing | Facilitated by Curriculum and Instruction | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/PoL-d
LIMITED
Thursday July 31, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Heidi Perez | [email protected] | Literacy Specialist; Kimberly Fawks-Gugino | [email protected] | Media Coordinator & District Lead; Kathleen Hill Graves | [email protected] | Media Coordinator & District Lead; Sally Winstead | [email protected] | Media Coordinator & District Lead; Christie Masinick | [email protected] | Media Coordinator & District Lead
Location: https://t.ly/PoL-d
Description: Join this session to dive in and explore digital resources available to engage and empower all students to find their way as reader and writers. Join the meeting now
Subject Area(s): Arts, Digital Learning Standards, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE, Healthful Living, Occupational Course of Study
Topic(s): Effective Feedback Strategies, Media Coordinators, Professional Learning System and Processes
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 31, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online
  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 |   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 |   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
 
Tuesday, August 5
 

9:00am EDT

Specialty HS Kickoff RESET | Facilitated by Professional Learning | Open District-Wide | City of Medicine Academy Cafetorium
Tuesday August 5, 2025 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Presenters: Chanel Sidbury | [email protected] | Assistant Superintendent; Dr. King | [email protected] | Deputy Superintendent
Location: City of Medicine Academy Cafetorium
Description: During this session, DPS Leadership will explain their vision and expectations for 2025-2026 school year, as well as provide an overview session on Explicit Teaching
Subject Area(s): Arts, Digital Learning Standards, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE, Healthful Living, Occupational Course of Study, Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.)
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: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Tuesday August 5, 2025 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
City of Medicine Academy Cafetorium
  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 |   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 |   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
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10:30am EDT

Specialty HS Kickoff REFOCUS | Facilitated by Professional Learning | Open District-Wide | City of Medicine Academy Various Breakout rooms
Tuesday August 5, 2025 10:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Presenters: Varied by Content Area | [email protected] | Director
Location: City of Medicine Academy Various Breakout rooms
Description: During this session, DPS Department and Content leaders will provide an overview session on Depth of Knowledge and how it pertains to specific content standards, then give any curriculum updates.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Digital Learning Standards, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE, Healthful Living, Occupational Course of Study, Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.)
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: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Tuesday August 5, 2025 10:30am - 12:30pm EDT
City of Medicine Academy Various Breakout rooms
  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 |   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 |   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
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1:00pm EDT

Honors Course Implementation | Facilitated by Advanced Academics-AIG | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/kfudx
Tuesday August 5, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Presenters: Laura Parrott | [email protected] | Director, Advanced Academics
Location: https://t.ly/kfudx
Description: High school administration will gain an understanding of the NCDPI Honors Level Course Guide, the required professional development for all Honors Teachers, and how to appropriately evaluate honors level courses.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Digital Learning Standards, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE, ELA
Topic(s): Advanced Academics-AIG, Increased Rigor, Curriculum and Instruction, Equity
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Instructional Coaches, Assistant Principals, Principals
Tuesday August 5, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online

2:00pm EDT

Specialty High School Kickoff School-based PLCs | Facilitated by Professional Learning | Open District-Wide | TBD
Tuesday August 5, 2025 2:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Presenters: Varied by School | [email protected] | Director
Location: TBD
Description: During this session, Teachers and Staff will experience an overview the the new Apptegy Communication Tool, then participate in their school PLCs to examine data and focus on a single priority standard.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Digital Learning Standards, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE, Healthful Living, Occupational Course of Study, Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.)
Topic(s): Assessment for Learning, 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: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Tuesday August 5, 2025 2:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
TBD
  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 |   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 |   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
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Thursday, August 7
 

4:30pm EDT

Year-Round BT Quarterly #1 | Facilitated by Beginning Teachers Program | Beginning Teachers Program | https://t.ly/mxBUb
Thursday August 7, 2025 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Presenters: Laura Soldevilla | [email protected] | District BT Mentor Lead; Rhonda Sinquefield | [email protected] | District BT Mentor; Paula Kershner | [email protected] | District BT Mentor; Steven Gupton | [email protected] | District BT Mentor Lead
Location: https://t.ly/mxBUb
Description: Overview of the BT Support Program and NCEES process
Subject Area(s): Arts, Digital Learning Standards, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE, ELA , Healthful Living, Occupational Course of Study
Topic(s): 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: Teachers
Thursday August 7, 2025 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Online
  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 |   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
 
Monday, August 18
 

8:30am EDT

Lakeview School: 2025 - 2026 Back to School Staff Retreat | Facilitated by Lakeview School | Lakeview School | Lakeview School Gymnasium
LIMITED
Monday August 18, 2025 8:30am - 11:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Theresa McGowan | [email protected] | Principal; Evangela Richardson | [email protected] | Assistant Principal; Michael Irving | [email protected] | Assistant Principal; Sheila Brockers-White | [email protected] | Instructional Facilitator
Location: Lakeview School Gymnasium
Description: Join us as we come together to Reset, Refocus, and Reignite for a successful school year. This retreat is designed to renew our energy, strengthen our purpose, and inspire collaboration as we prepare to create meaningful learning experiences for every student at Lakeview.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE, ELA , Healthful Living, Occupational Course of Study
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability, Customer Service, Digital Teaching and Learning, Increased Rigor, MTSS, PowerSchool-Infinite Campus, Team Building, Curriculum and Instruction, Standards Aligned Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Monday August 18, 2025 8:30am - 11:00am EDT
Lakeview School Gymnasium
 
Wednesday, August 20
 

8:00am EDT

Traditional Kickoff RESET | Facilitated by Professional Learning | Open District-Wide | Riverside High School Auditorium
Wednesday August 20, 2025 8:00am - 9:55pm EDT
Presenters: Chanel Sidbury | [email protected] | Assistant Superintendent; Dr. King | [email protected] | Deputy Superintendent; Dr. Lewis | [email protected] | Superintendent
Location: Riverside High School Auditorium
Description: During this session, DPS Leadership will explain their vision and expectations for 2025-2026 school year, as well as provide an overview session on Explicit Teaching
Subject Area(s): Arts, Digital Learning Standards, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE, Healthful Living, Occupational Course of Study, Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.)
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: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday August 20, 2025 8:00am - 9:55pm EDT
Riverside High School Auditorium
  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 |   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 |   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
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9:30am EDT

Traditional Kickoff REFOCUS | Facilitated by Professional Learning | Open District-Wide | Southern School of Energy and Sustainability Various Breakout rooms
Wednesday August 20, 2025 9:30am - 11:30am EDT
Presenters: Varied by Content Area | [email protected] | Director
Location: Southern School of Energy and Sustainability Various Breakout rooms
Description: During this session, DPS Department and Content leaders will provide an overview session on Depth of Knowledge and how it pertains to specific content standards, then give any curriculum updates.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Digital Learning Standards, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE, Healthful Living, Occupational Course of Study, Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.)
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: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday August 20, 2025 9:30am - 11:30am EDT
Southern School of Energy and Sustainability Various Breakout rooms
  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 |   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 |   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
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9:45am EDT

All Arts Kick Off | Facilitated by Arts Education | Arts Education | Durham School of the Arts Auditorium
LIMITED
Wednesday August 20, 2025 9:45am - 1:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Les Turner | [email protected] | Director of Arts; Kiyoshi Carter | [email protected] | Art Specialist
Location: Durham School of the Arts Auditorium
Description: "Our Students, Our Stories" the 2025 Arts Kick Off
Subject Area(s): Arts
Topic(s): Budgeting, Culturally Responsive Practices, Digital Teaching and Learning, Increased Rigor, Leadership, Operations, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Team Building, Beginning Teachers, Communication Skills, Curriculum and Instruction, Equity, 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: Teachers
Wednesday August 20, 2025 9:45am - 1:00pm EDT
Durham School of the Arts Auditorium

1:00pm EDT

August 20 District PLCs | Facilitated by Professional Learning | Open District-Wide | TBD
Wednesday August 20, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Presenters: Varied by School | [email protected] | Director
Location: TBD
Description: During this session, Teachers and Staff will experience an overview the the new Apptegy Communication Tool, then participate in their school PLCs to examine data and focus on a single priority standard.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Digital Learning Standards, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE, Healthful Living, Occupational Course of Study, Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.)
Topic(s): Assessment for Learning, 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: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday August 20, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
TBD
  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 |   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 |   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
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Thursday, August 21
 

1:00pm EDT

Lakeview School: Amplifying School Communication with Apptegy: Engaging Families, Students, and Community | Facilitated by Lakeview School | Family Engagement; Lakeview School | Lakeview School Cafetorium
LIMITED
Thursday August 21, 2025 1:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Evangela Richardson | [email protected] | Assistant Principal
Location: Lakeview School Cafetorium
Description: This professional development session equips staff with the knowledge and skills to effectively use Apptegy as a tool for communication, branding, and community engagement. Participants will explore how to create impactful posts, manage multiple communication channels, and strengthen the connection between school, families, and the broader community. Through guided demonstrations and interactive practice, educators will walk away with the confidence to showcase school successes, share important updates, and celebrate student learning in real time.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE, ELA , Healthful Living, Occupational Course of Study
Topic(s): Communication Skills, DPS Adopted Resources
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Thursday August 21, 2025 1:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Lakeview School Cafetorium

1:30pm EDT

Lakeview School: “Building Stronger Connections: Implementing Character Strong for Student Growth and Well-Being” | Facilitated by Lakeview School | Lakeview School | Lakeview School Cafetorium
LIMITED
Thursday August 21, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Evangela Richardson | [email protected] | Assistant Principal
Location: Lakeview School Cafetorium
Description: This professional development session introduces educators to Character Strong, a research-based social-emotional learning (SEL) and character development program designed to strengthen relationships, foster resilience, and improve overall school culture. Participants will explore the core components of Character Strong, experience practical strategies to embed SEL and character-building into daily instruction, and develop actionable plans to enhance student engagement, empathy, and success both inside and outside the classroom.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE, Healthful Living
Topic(s): MTSS, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Team Building
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Thursday August 21, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Lakeview School Cafetorium
 
Friday, August 22
 

8:30am EDT

Lakeview School: Mastering Infinite Campus: From Attendance to Gradebook Integration with Canvas | Facilitated by Lakeview School | Lakeview School | Lakeview School Cafetorium
LIMITED
Friday August 22, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Sheila Brockers-White | [email protected] | Instructional Coach; Hunter Morgan | [email protected] | Data Manager
Location: Lakeview School Cafetorium
Description: Mastering Infinite Campus: From Attendance to Gradebook Integration with Canvas, will provide teachers with hands-on training to navigate Infinite Campus with confidence. Participants will learn how to access the Teacher Center, take attendance, create assignments, add categories and weights, and effectively manage their Gradebook. The session will also cover gradebook setup options, calculation preferences, and how to connect Infinite Campus with Canvas for seamless grade syncing.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE, ELA , Healthful Living, Occupational Course of Study
Topic(s): Infinite Campus
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Friday August 22, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Lakeview School Cafetorium

10:00am EDT

Lakeview School: Maximizing Classroom Consistency with Educator’s Handbook | Facilitated by Lakeview School | Lakeview School | Lakeview School Cafetorium
LIMITED
Friday August 22, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Evangela Richardson | [email protected] | Assistant Principal; Michael Irving | [email protected] | Assistant Principal
Location: Lakeview School Cafetorium
Description: This professional development session equips educators with the knowledge and skills to effectively navigate and utilize Educator’s Handbook. Participants will explore how the platform supports consistent behavior documentation, promotes data-driven decision-making, and strengthens schoolwide systems for accountability and student support. Through hands-on practice, discussion, and reflection, educators will leave confident in using Educator’s Handbook as a tool to streamline communication, reinforce school expectations, and enhance student success.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE, Healthful Living, Occupational Course of Study
Topic(s): Digital Teaching and Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Friday August 22, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Lakeview School Cafetorium
 
Monday, September 15
 

9:35am EDT

RHS ONLY- IC Review | Facilitated by Riverside High School | Riverside High School | Riverside High School Makers Space
Monday September 15, 2025 9:35am - 4:00pm EDT
Presenters: Kelly Newsome | [email protected] | TLC
Location: Riverside High School Makers Space
Description: Review IC
Subject Area(s): Arts, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE, ELA , Healthful Living
Topic(s): Infinite Campus
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Monday September 15, 2025 9:35am - 4:00pm EDT
Riverside High School Makers Space
  Arts, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade |   Global Languages, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade |   Mathematics, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade |   Science, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade |   Social Studies, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade |   CTE, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade |   ELA , 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade |   Healthful Living, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
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12:00pm EDT

Ignite Online Academy Advanced Academics/AIG Intro for 2025-2026 | Facilitated by Ignite! Online Academy | Ignite! Online Academy |
Monday September 15, 2025 12:00pm - 12:30pm EDT
Presenters: Madison Ambrose | [email protected] | Grades 6-12 Advanced Academics/AIG Specialist
Location:
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): Arts, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE, ELA
Topic(s): Advanced Academics-AIG
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Instructional Coaches, Assistant Principals, Principals, Specialists, Teachers
Monday September 15, 2025 12:00pm - 12:30pm EDT
Online
 
Wednesday, September 17
 

4:30pm EDT

Art BT Session 1 | Facilitated by Arts Education | Arts Education; Beginning Teachers |
Wednesday September 17, 2025 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Presenters: Kiyoshi Carter | [email protected] | Arts Specialist
Location:
Description: Best Instructional Practices for Arts Educators.
Subject Area(s): Arts
Topic(s): Beginning Teachers
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: Teachers
Wednesday September 17, 2025 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Online
 
Thursday, September 18
 

7:00pm EDT

Orchestra PLC: NCMEA Orchestra Session | Facilitated by Arts Education | Arts Education |
Thursday September 18, 2025 7:00pm - 8:30pm EDT
Presenters: Carrie Andrews | [email protected] | Lead Teacher
Location:
Description: This is a zoom call where all orchestra teachers meet in the fall to talk through the events for the year outside of the district. This is super important to know what is going on in our state and when
Subject Area(s): Arts
Topic(s): Coaching and Mentoring, Increased Rigor, Team Building, Standards Aligned Instruction
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: Teachers
Thursday September 18, 2025 7:00pm - 8:30pm EDT
Online
 
Monday, September 22
 

9:00am EDT

2526 Quarter 1 Planning | Facilitated by Durham School of the Arts | Durham School of the Arts | Durham School of the Arts
Monday September 22, 2025 9:00am - 2:00pm EDT
Presenters: Christine Fierro | [email protected] | TLC; Whitney Linton | [email protected] | TLC
Location: Durham School of the Arts
Description: Teachers will meet with PLCs (or as the solo crafters of their course experience) to analyze where their students are with respect to Essential Outcomes (EO) for Quarter One. Based on student progress and need, teachers will develop various EO-aligned learning opportunities for Q1.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE, Healthful Living
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability, MTSS, Assessment for Learning, Curriculum and Instruction, Data Analysis
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Instructional Assistants, Teachers
Monday September 22, 2025 9:00am - 2:00pm EDT
Durham School of the Arts

10:00am EDT

HS Chorus PLC: All County Teacher Session | Facilitated by Arts Education | Arts Education | Riverside High School Chorus
Monday September 22, 2025 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Presenters: Lucas Cecil | [email protected] | Lead Teacher
Location: Riverside High School Chorus
Description: This session is for teachers to sight read through the All-County music, make musical decisions for the group, and divide up duties to come.
Subject Area(s): Arts
Topic(s): Coaching and Mentoring, Culturally Responsive Practices, Increased Rigor, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Team Building, Curriculum and Instruction, Standards Aligned Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Monday September 22, 2025 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Riverside High School Chorus

11:00am EDT

Band PLC: All County Planning, Standards update, Flute Technique | Facilitated by Arts Education | Arts Education | Durham School of the Arts Band
Monday September 22, 2025 11:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Presenters: Susan Townsend | [email protected] | Lead Teacher; Les Turner | [email protected] | Director
Location: Durham School of the Arts Band
Description: Teachers will be trained in best ways to prepare students for an audition. What skills are necessary for a successful audition? Teachers will be trained to be effective adjudicators for this event.
Subject Area(s): Arts
Topic(s): Coaching and Mentoring, Culturally Responsive Practices, Increased Rigor, Curriculum and Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 5th Grade, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 4th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Monday September 22, 2025 11:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Durham School of the Arts Band

11:00am EDT

Dance PLC: Stargaze | Facilitated by Arts Education | Arts Education |
Monday September 22, 2025 11:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Presenters: Kristin Duncan | [email protected] | Lead Teacher
Location:
Description: Stargaze 11/21 Information
Subject Area(s): Arts
Topic(s): Team Building
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: Teachers
Monday September 22, 2025 11:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Online

1:00pm EDT

Theatre Arts PLC: Stage Center and New Standard | Facilitated by Arts Education | Arts Education |
Monday September 22, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Presenters: Monique Taylor | [email protected] | Lead Art Teacher
Location:
Description: Planning and info about Stage Center (60 minutes) and time to finish organizing for Stage Center.
Subject Area(s): Arts
Topic(s): Coaching and Mentoring, Culturally Responsive Practices, Increased Rigor, Curriculum and 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: Teachers
Monday September 22, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Online
 
Tuesday, October 7
 

10:00am EDT

Theatre Arts PLC: Stage Center | Facilitated by Arts Education | Arts Education | Northern High School
Tuesday October 7, 2025 10:00am - 11:30pm EDT
Presenters: Les Turner | [email protected] | Director
Location: Northern High School
Description: Theatre Arts PLC
Subject Area(s): Arts
Topic(s): Budgeting, Coaching and Mentoring, Beginning Teachers
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: Teachers
Tuesday October 7, 2025 10:00am - 11:30pm EDT
Northern High School

3:30pm EDT

Lakeview School: Faculty Meeting: Explicit Teaching and DOK Layering | Facilitated by Lakeview School | Lakeview School | Lakeview School Cafetorium
LIMITED
Tuesday October 7, 2025 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Heidi Perez | [email protected] | Literacy Specialist
Location: Lakeview School Cafetorium
Description: In this PD on Explicit Teaching and DOK Layering, participants will learn how to design and deliver lessons that move students from surface understanding to deeper levels of thinking. Teachers will apply these skills by intentionally planning each phase of the Explicit Teaching Model and aligning tasks with increasing DOK levels to build rigor. Mastery will be evident through lesson artifacts, classroom application, reflective feedback, and evidence of improved student engagement and higher-order thinking.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE, ELA , Healthful Living
Topic(s): Increased Rigor, Curriculum and Instruction, Standards Aligned Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade, Leadership
Targeted Roles: Instructional Coaches, Assistant Coordinators, Principals, Teachers
Tuesday October 7, 2025 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Lakeview School Cafetorium
 
Monday, October 27
 

9:00am EDT

2526 Quarter 2 Planning | Facilitated by Durham School of the Arts | Durham School of the Arts | Durham School of the Arts
Monday October 27, 2025 9:00am - 2:00pm EDT
Presenters: Christine Fierro | [email protected] | TLC; Whitney Linton | [email protected] | TLC
Location: Durham School of the Arts
Description: Teachers will meet with PLCs (or as the solo crafters of their course experience) to analyze where their students are with respect to Essential Outcomes (EO) for Quarter Two. Based on student progress and need, teachers will develop various EO-aligned learning opportunities for Q2.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE, Healthful Living
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability, MTSS, Assessment for Learning, Curriculum and Instruction, Data Analysis
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Instructional Assistants, Teachers
Monday October 27, 2025 9:00am - 2:00pm EDT
Durham School of the Arts
 
Tuesday, October 28
 

4:20pm EDT

Beginning Teacher Meeting | Facilitated by Hillside High School | Beginning Teachers | Hillside High School 224
LIMITED
Tuesday October 28, 2025 4:20pm - 5:20pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Malika Becton | [email protected] | Instructional
Location: Hillside High School 224
Description: TWBATplan a lesson using the Learning Focused Template centered on a specific topic or standard, demonstrating intentional alignment of learning objectives, engagement strategies, and assessment methods to support student understanding and success.
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.)
Topic(s): Beginning Teachers
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Tuesday October 28, 2025 4:20pm - 5:20pm EDT
Hillside High School 224
 
Tuesday, November 4
 

12:30pm EST

Dance PLC: District Events | Facilitated by Arts Education | Arts Education | Murray-Massenburg Elementary School Dance
LIMITED
Tuesday November 4, 2025 12:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Kristin Duncan | [email protected] | Lead Teacher
Location: Murray-Massenburg Elementary School Dance
Description: Stargaze, ETS Rehearsals, Destination Dance
Subject Area(s): Arts
Topic(s): Student Wellness and Advocacy, Team Building, Building Learning System Capacity, 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: Teachers
Tuesday November 4, 2025 12:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Murray-Massenburg Elementary School Dance

1:00pm EST

Visual Arts 6-12 PLC: Photography & CONNECT | Facilitated by Arts Education | Arts Education | Durham School of the Arts 7
LIMITED
Tuesday November 4, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Val Martinez | [email protected] | Lead Teacher
Location: Durham School of the Arts 7
Description: "1:00-2:00p Duke Photographer 2:00-3:00p Continued implementation of the new standards: CONNECT."
Subject Area(s): Arts
Topic(s): Digital Teaching and Learning, Curriculum and Instruction, Standards Aligned Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Tuesday November 4, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Durham School of the Arts 7
 
Wednesday, November 19
 

4:20pm EST

Beginning Teacher Meeting | Facilitated by Hillside High School | Beginning Teachers | Hillside High School 224
LIMITED
Wednesday November 19, 2025 4:20pm - 5:20pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Malika Becton | [email protected] | Instructional
Location: Hillside High School 224
Description: TWBATplan a lesson using the Learning Focused Template centered on a specific topic or standard, demonstrating intentional alignment of learning objectives, engagement strategies, and assessment methods to support student understanding and success.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Digital Learning Standards, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Strategy-Based for any content, CTE, Healthful Living, Occupational Course of Study, Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.)
Topic(s): Beginning Teachers
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Wednesday November 19, 2025 4:20pm - 5:20pm EST
Hillside High School 224
 
Friday, November 21
 

9:30am EST

Diving Deeper- DOK, ExT, Student Engagement | Facilitated by The Durham Performance Learning Center | The Durham Performance Learning Center | The Durham Performance Learning Center 3112
Friday November 21, 2025 9:30am - 12:30pm EST
Presenters: JoAnn Molnar | [email protected] | Coach; Kesha Futrell | [email protected] | Principal
Location: The Durham Performance Learning Center 3112
Description: First half of session is a review and practice with DOK & ExT. Second half is a continuing examination of Student Engagement from last month's session.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE, ELA , Healthful Living, Occupational Course of Study
Topic(s): Curriculum and Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Friday November 21, 2025 9:30am - 12:30pm EST
The Durham Performance Learning Center 3112
 
Wednesday, December 10
 

2:00pm EST

Deconstructing Depth of Knowledge (DOK): A Method and Model for Deeper Teaching and Learning | Facilitated by The Durham Performance Learning Center | The Durham Performance Learning Center | The Durham Performance Learning Center 3112
Wednesday December 10, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Presenters: JoAnn Molnar | [email protected] | Coach; Kesha Futrell | [email protected] | Principal
Location: The Durham Performance Learning Center 3112
Description: EdWebinar / Erik Francis. Depth of Knowledge continues to be a focus and priority in education. However, if your understanding of Depth of Knowledge is cloudy, you’re not alone. In this webinar, you will learn how Depth of Knowledge clarifies what exactly students must learn and how deeply students must understand and use their learning. You will also learn how the DOK Levels can be used to plan and provide teaching and learning experiences that are standards-based, socially and emotionally supportive, and student responsive.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE, ELA , Occupational Course of Study
Topic(s): Curriculum and Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Wednesday December 10, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST
The Durham Performance Learning Center 3112
 
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

2:00pm EST

Orchestra PLC: Nov 4th Standards/Recruitment | Facilitated by Arts Education | Arts Education | Jordan High School
LIMITED
Tuesday January 6, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Carrie Andrews | [email protected] | Lead Teacher
Location: Jordan High School
Description: We will revisit the standards and do a check in of how everyone is doing, then we will share and discuss ideas of the best recruitment tactics.
Subject Area(s): Arts
Topic(s): Coaching and Mentoring, Beginning Teachers, Effective Feedback Strategies, Equity, Standards Aligned Instruction
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: Teachers
Tuesday January 6, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Jordan High School

4:45pm EST

Secondary Art PLC: Dec 4th The Standards | Facilitated by Arts Education | Arts Education |
LIMITED
Tuesday January 6, 2026 4:45pm - 5:45pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Val Martinez | [email protected] | Lead Teacher
Location:
Description: A deeper dive into the new 2024 NC State Standards.
Subject Area(s): Arts
Topic(s): Standards Aligned Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Tuesday January 6, 2026 4:45pm - 5:45pm EST

4:45pm EST

Secondary Art PLC: Sept 25th Lesson Plans | Facilitated by Arts Education | Arts Education | Durham School of the Arts
LIMITED
Tuesday January 6, 2026 4:45pm - 5:45pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Val Martinez | [email protected] | Lead Teacher
Location: Durham School of the Arts
Description: Sharing/critiquing unit/lesson plans.
Subject Area(s): Arts
Topic(s): Coaching and Mentoring, Team Building, Standards Aligned Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Tuesday January 6, 2026 4:45pm - 5:45pm EST
Durham School of the Arts
 
Tuesday, January 20
 

9:00am EST

2526 Quarter 3 Planning | Facilitated by Durham School of the Arts | Durham School of the Arts | Durham School of the Arts
Tuesday January 20, 2026 9:00am - 2:00pm EST
Presenters: Christine Fierro | [email protected] | TLC; Whitney Linton | [email protected] | TLC
Location: Durham School of the Arts
Description: Teachers will meet with PLCs (or as the solo crafters of their course experience) to analyze where their students are with respect to Essential Outcomes (EO) for Quarter One. Based on student progress and need, teachers will develop various EO-aligned learning opportunities for Q3.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE, Healthful Living
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability, MTSS, Assessment for Learning, Curriculum and Instruction, Data Analysis
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Instructional Assistants, Teachers
Tuesday January 20, 2026 9:00am - 2:00pm EST
Durham School of the Arts
 
Wednesday, January 21
 

10:00am EST

Quarter 3 Planning | Facilitated by Durham School of the Arts | Durham School of the Arts | Durham School of the Arts
Wednesday January 21, 2026 10:00am - 2:00pm EST
Presenters: Christine Fierro | [email protected] | TLC
Location: Durham School of the Arts
Description: Teachers will meet with PLCs (or as the solo crafters of their course experience) to analyze where their students are with respect to Essential Outcomes (EO) for Quarter Three. Based on student progress and need, teachers will develop various EO-aligned learning opportunities for Q3.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE, Healthful Living
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability, MTSS, Assessment for Learning, Curriculum and Instruction, Data Analysis
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Instructional Assistants, Teachers
Wednesday January 21, 2026 10:00am - 2:00pm EST
Durham School of the Arts
 
Wednesday, February 4
 

2:00pm EST

Curriculum & Resource Review | Facilitated by The School for Creative Studies | The School for Creative Studies | The School for Creative Studies
Wednesday February 4, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Presenters: Roger Ganim | [email protected] | Admin; Tiffany Waters | [email protected] | Dept Chair; Erica Carnegie | [email protected] | Dept Chair; Rafael Nicolelis | [email protected] | Dept Chair; Anna Dulken | [email protected] | Dept Chair
Location: The School for Creative Studies
Description: Departments will engage in collaborative planning focused on strengthening instruction and supporting student skill development. Teams will review current curriculum materials to identify gaps, redundancies, and areas where students may need targeted skill support. Using this analysis, departments will curate shared resources in a common folder and align materials to priority standards and essential skills. In addition, teams will identify key skills where students are struggling and plan intentional intervention strategies (e.g., scaffolds, practice routines, small-group supports, or enrichment). Time will also be provided to plan for upcoming projects, labs, or performances, ensuring instructional plans include embedded opportunities for skill development and intervention.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Science, Social Studies, CTE, ELA , Healthful Living
Topic(s): Curriculum and Instruction, Equity
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Wednesday February 4, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST
The School for Creative Studies

2:20pm EST

Lakeview School: Using MasteryConnect to Track Student Learning | Facilitated by Lakeview School | Lakeview School | Lakeview School Cafetorium
LIMITED
Wednesday February 4, 2026 2:20pm - 3:20pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Sheila Brockers-White | [email protected] | Instructional Facilitator
Location: Lakeview School Cafetorium
Description: This professional development session will provide teachers with hands-on experience using MasteryConnect to monitor student progress and inform instructional decisions. Participants will create a subject-specific tracker and add a Common District Assessment (CDA) to the tracker. Teachers will learn how to organize standards-based data, analyze student performance, and use assessment results to guide instruction, intervention, and enrichment.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE, ELA , Healthful Living
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability, Curriculum and Instruction, Data Analysis
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade, Leadership
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Wednesday February 4, 2026 2:20pm - 3:20pm EST
Lakeview School Cafetorium
 
Thursday, February 5
 

4:20pm EST

Beginning Teacher Meeting | Facilitated by Hillside High School | Beginning Teachers | Hillside High School 224
LIMITED
Thursday February 5, 2026 4:20pm - 5:20pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Malika Becton | [email protected] | Instructional
Location: Hillside High School 224
Description: Educators will strengthen their ability to use student data to guide instruction by engaging in collaborative data discussions and creating data trackers to monitor student progress. Through reviewing performance trends, sharing insights, and using tracking tools intentionally, teachers will make informed instructional decisions and plan targeted supports that promote continuous student growth and succes
Subject Area(s): Arts, Digital Learning Standards, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Strategy-Based for any content, CTE, Healthful Living, Occupational Course of Study, Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.)
Topic(s): Beginning Teachers
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Thursday February 5, 2026 4:20pm - 5:20pm EST
Hillside High School 224

4:45pm EST

Secondary Art PLC: AP Scoring and Curriculum Maps | Facilitated by Arts Education | Open District-Wide | Durham School of the Arts 7
LIMITED
Thursday February 5, 2026 4:45pm - 5:45pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Val Martinez | [email protected] | Lead Teacher
Location: Durham School of the Arts 7
Description: AP Scoring Presentation & Curriculum Mapping.
Subject Area(s): Arts
Topic(s): Advanced Academics-AIG, Increased Rigor, Curriculum and Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Thursday February 5, 2026 4:45pm - 5:45pm EST
Durham School of the Arts 7
 
Monday, February 16
 

9:15am EST

SCS Intentional Planning Through Explicit Teaching | Facilitated by The School for Creative Studies | The School for Creative Studies | The School for Creative Studies Cybrary
Monday February 16, 2026 9:15am - 11:15am EST
Presenters: Amy Jenkins | [email protected] | TLC
Location: The School for Creative Studies Cybrary
Description: This session will focus on “quality over quantity” instructional planning using an explicit teaching approach. Teachers will learn a simple, repeatable lesson structure (objective/success criteria, modeling, guided practice, checks for understanding, independent practice, and aligned exit tickets) that can be applied across all content areas in grades 6–12. Participants will leave with a streamlined lesson plan for an upcoming class and practical strategies for prioritizing essential skills while reducing unnecessary workload and student confusion.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE, ELA , Healthful Living
Topic(s): Increased Rigor, Standards Aligned Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Monday February 16, 2026 9:15am - 11:15am EST
The School for Creative Studies Cybrary

11:00am EST

Dance PLC: Evening to Shine | Facilitated by Arts Education | Arts Education | Riverside High School
LIMITED
Monday February 16, 2026 11:00am - 1:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Kristin Duncan | [email protected] | Lead Teacher
Location: Riverside High School
Description: ETS 2/24, Destination Dance, New Show
Subject Area(s): Arts
Topic(s): Digital Teaching and Learning, Increased Rigor, Curriculum and Instruction, 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: Teachers
Monday February 16, 2026 11:00am - 1:00pm EST
Riverside High School

1:00pm EST

Band PLC: Reflective Practice | Facilitated by Arts Education | Arts Education | Durham School of the Arts Band
LIMITED
Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Allen Amos | [email protected] | Lead Teacher
Location: Durham School of the Arts Band
Description: Teachers will share best practices for daily, weekly and yearly reflective practice. Inculding self pacing guides, listening tips and analyzing student recordings.
Subject Area(s): Arts
Topic(s): Curriculum and Instruction, Standards Aligned Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 5th Grade, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 2:30pm EST
Durham School of the Arts Band

1:00pm EST

All Arts PLC | Facilitated by Arts Education | Arts Education | https://t.ly/__QV4
LIMITED
Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Les Turner | [email protected] | Director of Arts
Location: https://t.ly/__QV4
Description: For ETS Teachers for PD Check In
Subject Area(s): Arts
Topic(s): Communication Skills, Curriculum and Instruction
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: Teachers
Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Online

1:00pm EST

Secondary Visual Arts PLC: Contemporary Art & RESPOND | Facilitated by Arts Education | Arts Education | Other... Nasher Museum
LIMITED
Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Val Martinez | [email protected] | Lead Teacher
Location: Other... Nasher Museum
Description: 1:00-2:00p Nasher Tour & Activity 2:00-3:00p Continued implementation of the new standards: RESPOND.
Subject Area(s): Arts
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, Standards Aligned Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Other... Nasher Museum

1:00pm EST

Theatre Arts PLC: Implementing New State Standards. | Facilitated by Arts Education | Arts Education | Durham School of the Arts Black Box
LIMITED
Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Emily Gilreath | [email protected] | Lead Teacher
Location: Durham School of the Arts Black Box
Description: Implementing New State Standards.
Subject Area(s): Arts
Topic(s): Increased Rigor, Team Building, Curriculum and Instruction, Infinite Campus
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: Teachers
Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Durham School of the Arts Black Box

2:00pm EST

High School Chorus PLC: Best Practices | Facilitated by Arts Education | Arts Education | Riverside High School Chorus Room
LIMITED
Monday February 16, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Lucas Cecil | [email protected] | Lead Teacher
Location: Riverside High School Chorus Room
Description: This will serve as a "mid"-year check-in meeting and we will go into some best practices for group sight reading and MPA preparations.
Subject Area(s): Arts
Topic(s): Standards Aligned Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Monday February 16, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Riverside High School Chorus Room

2:00pm EST

Orchestra PLC: Instrument Repair Tactics | Facilitated by Arts Education | Arts Education | Riverside High School Orchestra
LIMITED
Monday February 16, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Carrie Andrews | [email protected] | Lead Teacher
Location: Riverside High School Orchestra
Description: Instrument Repair Tactics with Peter Daalman, updates to All County Orchestra and Durham Orchestra Festival
Subject Area(s): Arts
Topic(s): Curriculum and Instruction, Standards Aligned Instruction
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: Teachers
Monday February 16, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Riverside High School Orchestra
 
Tuesday, March 3
 

9:00am EST

Jordan High School PLCs Analyzing and Responding to Data | Facilitated by Jordan High School | Jordan High School | Jordan High School Media Center
Tuesday March 3, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am EST
Presenters: Meghan Leet | [email protected] | Math Instructional Coach; Megan Frazier | [email protected] | Teaching and Learning Coach
Location: Jordan High School Media Center
Description: Jordan High School instructional coaches will facilitate PLCs as they analyze student data to identify a high-leverage standard for the fourth quarter based on instructional impact and student need. Each PLC will develop aligned SMART goals and collaboratively design lessons that incorporate components of Explicit Teaching and high levels of rigor.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Digital Learning Standards, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE, Healthful Living
Topic(s): Increased Rigor, Data Analysis, Standards Aligned Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Tuesday March 3, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am EST
Jordan High School Media Center

11:00am EST

Band PLC: Teaching Multi-Level Groups | Facilitated by Arts Education | Arts Education | Durham School of the Arts band
LIMITED
Tuesday March 3, 2026 11:00am - 1:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Susan Townsend | [email protected] | lead teacher
Location: Durham School of the Arts band
Description: Tips and Tricks for working with students at different levels in your ensemble.
Subject Area(s): Arts
Topic(s): Team Building, Standards Aligned Instruction
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: Teachers
Tuesday March 3, 2026 11:00am - 1:00pm EST
Durham School of the Arts Band

11:00am EST

Dance PLC: Destination Dance | Facilitated by Arts Education | Arts Education | Carrington Middle School Dance
LIMITED
Tuesday March 3, 2026 11:00am - 1:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Kristin Duncan | [email protected] | Lead Teacher
Location: Carrington Middle School Dance
Description: Destination Dance 3/6, New Show date and details.
Subject Area(s): Arts
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, Communication Skills, 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: Teachers
Tuesday March 3, 2026 11:00am - 1:00pm EST
Carrington Middle School Dance

1:00pm EST

Secondary Visual Arts PLC: Clay & PRESENT | Facilitated by Arts Education | Arts Education | Jordan High School art
LIMITED
Tuesday March 3, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Val Martinez | [email protected] | Lead Teacher
Location: Jordan High School art
Description: "1:00-2:00p Clay Making 2:00-3:00p Continued implementation of the new standards: PRESENT."
Subject Area(s): Arts
Topic(s): Curriculum and Instruction, Standards Aligned Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Tuesday March 3, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Jordan High School art

1:00pm EST

Theatre Arts PLC: Shadow puppetry specialist | Facilitated by Arts Education | Arts Education | Durham School of the Arts black box
LIMITED
Tuesday March 3, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Monique Taylor | [email protected] | lead teacher
Location: Durham School of the Arts black box
Description: Shadow puppetry specialist and Standards based grading
Subject Area(s): Arts
Topic(s): Student Wellness and Advocacy, Team Building, Standards Aligned Instruction
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: Teachers
Tuesday March 3, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Durham School of the Arts Black Box

1:00pm EST

Beginning Teacher Roundtable: What’s Working, What’s Not, What’s Next | Facilitated by Beginning Teachers Program | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/MfHL6
FULL
Tuesday March 3, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Limited Capacity full
Presenters: Steven Gupton | [email protected] | Mentor; Dana Clark | [email protected] | Mentor
Location: https://t.ly/MfHL6
Description: This facilitated roundtable creates space for teacher leaders to openly share experiences supporting beginning teachers in real time. Rather than a presentation, this session centers collective expertise. Participants bring challenges, successes, questions, and ideas to the table and learn directly from one another. Participants should come prepared to contribute, reflect, and leave with at least one idea they can try immediately in their own context.
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.)
Topic(s): 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: Teachers
Tuesday March 3, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Online
  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

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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2:00pm EST

Orchestra PLC: Looking at Next Year - Trips and Excitement to keep your students engaged | Facilitated by Arts Education | Arts Education | Riverside High School orchestra
LIMITED
Tuesday March 3, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: carrie andrews | [email protected] | lead teacher
Location: Riverside High School orchestra
Description: We will discuss planning ahead for next year and what to look at to keep your student engaged and thriving in orchestra
Subject Area(s): Arts
Topic(s): Student Wellness and Advocacy, Team Building, Standards Aligned Instruction
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: Teachers
Tuesday March 3, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Riverside High School Orchestra

3:00pm EST

HS Chorus PLC: (Re)Building the Young Tenor/Bass Voice | Facilitated by Arts Education | Arts Education | Durham School of the Arts chorus
LIMITED
Tuesday March 3, 2026 3:00pm - 5:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: lucas cecil | [email protected] | lead teacher
Location: Durham School of the Arts chorus
Description: (Re)Building the Young Tenor/Bass Voice
Subject Area(s): Arts
Topic(s): Student Wellness and Advocacy, Standards Aligned Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Tuesday March 3, 2026 3:00pm - 5:00pm EST
Durham School of the Arts Chorus
 
Monday, March 16
 

12:30pm EDT

Navigating Solara (AI Tool) with Panorama Student Success | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/10sQ7
LIMITED
Monday March 16, 2026 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Al Royster | [email protected] | Executive Director - R&A; Kristi Orange | [email protected] | Teach & Learning - Panorama
Location: https://t.ly/10sQ7
Description: Participants will be introduced to Solara, an AI tool within the Panorama platform that helps educators analyze trends across academics, attendance, behavior, and student survey data to identify student needs. The session will demonstrate how Solara can summarize student data, draft communications, and support instructional and intervention planning by allowing staff to upload specific students and class rosters. Participants will also explore Solara’s Tools Library, which integrates district resources. Solara operates within Panorama with district-controlled access and strong student data privacy protections.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Strategy-Based for any content, CTE, ELA , Healthful Living
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability, English Learner Services, Increased Rigor, Information Technology, MTSS, Assessment for Learning, 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: Instructional Coaches, Principals, Teachers
Monday March 16, 2026 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
Online
  Arts, 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 |   Global Languages, 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 |   Mathematics, 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 |   Science, 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 |   Social Studies, 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 |   Strategy-Based for any content, 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 |   CTE, 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 |   ELA , 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 |   Healthful Living, 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
 
Tuesday, March 17
 

9:00am EDT

Navigating Solara (AI Tool) with Panorama Student Success | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/10sQ7
LIMITED
Tuesday March 17, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Al Royster | [email protected] | Executive Director - R&A; Kristi Orange | [email protected] | Teach & Learning - Panorama
Location: https://t.ly/10sQ7
Description: Participants will be introduced to Solara, an AI tool within the Panorama platform that helps educators analyze trends across academics, attendance, behavior, and student survey data to identify student needs. The session will demonstrate how Solara can summarize student data, draft communications, and support instructional and intervention planning by allowing staff to upload specific students and class rosters. Participants will also explore Solara’s Tools Library, which integrates district resources. Solara operates within Panorama with district-controlled access and strong student data privacy protections.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Strategy-Based for any content, CTE, Healthful Living
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability, English Learner Services, Increased Rigor, Information Technology, MTSS, Assessment for Learning, 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: Instructional Coaches, Principals, Teachers
Tuesday March 17, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Online

3:00pm EDT

Navigating Solara (AI Tool) with Panorama Student Success | Facilitated by Research and Accountability | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/10sQ7
LIMITED
Tuesday March 17, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Al Royster | [email protected] | Executive Director - R&A; Kristi Orange | [email protected] | Teach & Learning - Panorama
Location: https://t.ly/10sQ7
Description: Participants will be introduced to Solara, an AI tool within the Panorama platform that helps educators analyze trends across academics, attendance, behavior, and student survey data to identify student needs. The session will demonstrate how Solara can summarize student data, draft communications, and support instructional and intervention planning by allowing staff to upload specific students and class rosters. Participants will also explore Solara’s Tools Library, which integrates district resources. Solara operates within Panorama with district-controlled access and strong student data privacy protections.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Strategy-Based for any content, CTE, Healthful Living
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability, English Learner Services, Increased Rigor, Information Technology, MTSS, Assessment for Learning, 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: Instructional Coaches, Principals, Teachers
Tuesday March 17, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Online
 
Wednesday, March 25
 

4:20pm EDT

Beginning Teacher Meeting | Facilitated by Hillside High School | Beginning Teachers | Hillside High School 224
LIMITED
Wednesday March 25, 2026 4:20pm - 5:20pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Malika Becton | [email protected] | Instructional
Location: Hillside High School 224
Description: Educators will strengthen their ability to use student data to guide instruction by engaging in collaborative data discussions and creating data trackers to monitor student progress. Through reviewing performance trends, sharing insights, and using tracking tools intentionally, teachers will make informed instructional decisions and plan targeted supports that promote continuous student growth and succes
Subject Area(s): Arts, Digital Learning Standards, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Strategy-Based for any content, CTE, Healthful Living, Occupational Course of Study, Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.)
Topic(s): Beginning Teachers
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Wednesday March 25, 2026 4:20pm - 5:20pm EDT
Hillside High School 224
 
Monday, April 6
 

3:00pm EDT

Dance PLC: Dance Showcase | Facilitated by Arts Education | Arts Education |
LIMITED
Monday April 6, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Lori Madl | [email protected] | Dance
Location:
Description: April 6 OTW TR, 3:00-4:00 for YR to attend. New Show Proposed Date: 4/30; location proposed: New Northern if available (Option 2: Thursday in May)
Subject Area(s): Arts
Topic(s): Coaching and Mentoring, Team Building, Beginning Teachers, 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: Teachers
Monday April 6, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Online
 
Thursday, April 23
 

4:30pm EDT

Visual Arts PLC: Photo Walk | Facilitated by Arts Education | Arts Education | Durham School of the Arts Downtown
LIMITED
Thursday April 23, 2026 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Val Martinez | [email protected] | Lead Teacher
Location: Durham School of the Arts Downtown
Description: Downtown photography practice with fellow art educators
Subject Area(s): Arts
Topic(s): Coaching and Mentoring, Team Building
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Thursday April 23, 2026 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Durham School of the Arts Downtown
 


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