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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
 
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 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

ESL Teacher Kickoff | Facilitated by English as a Second Language | English as a Second Language | Githens Middle School Media Center
LIMITED
Wednesday August 20, 2025 8:00am - 3:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Sashi Rayasam | [email protected] | Director, English Learner Services; Katie McClure | [email protected] | EL Facilitator, Elementary; Wendi Love | [email protected] | EL Facilitator, Secondary; Marty Ramirez | [email protected] | EL Compliance Specialist
Location: Githens Middle School Media Center
Description: ESL teachers from DPS will review ACCESS data, work with Depth of Knowledge in ESL instruction, and learn how to work with Infinite Campus for accommodations.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, ELA
Topic(s): English Learner Services, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Wednesday August 20, 2025 8:00am - 3:00pm EDT
Githens Middle School Media Center

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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9:00am EDT

JD Clement Faculty PLC and Professional Learning | Facilitated by J.D. Clement Early College High School | J.D. Clement Early College High School | J.D. Clement Early College High School Room 204
LIMITED
Wednesday August 20, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Lori Bruce | [email protected] | Principal; Jamel Anderson-Ruff | [email protected] | Assistant Principal
Location: J.D. Clement Early College High School Room 204
Description: JD Clement faculty will come together to examine data and policy that impact teacher and student success as a faculty PLC. In addition, this time will also allow for Professional Learning to support continuous professional growth and improvement that support student success.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE, ELA
Topic(s): Data Analysis, DPS Adopted Resources
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday August 20, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
J.D. Clement Early College High School Room 204

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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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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1:00pm EDT

District Priority PLCs (2025-2026) | Facilitated by Curriculum and Instruction | Open District-Wide | Other... Various Locations
Wednesday August 20, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Presenters: Linda Tugurian | [email protected] | ED C&I Elementary; Gabrielle Hall | [email protected] | ED C&I Middle; Crystal Taylor-Simon | [email protected] | ED C&I High; Liz Moffitt | [email protected] | Director of Math & Science; Cicily McCrimmon | [email protected] | Director of Humanities; Stephanie Brock | [email protected] | K-5 Math Specialist; Amanda Bowers | [email protected] | K-5 Science Specialist; Beth Hoffman | [email protected] | NCDPI Early Literacy Specialist; Alyssia Dais | [email protected] | K-5 Literacy Specialist; Julie Scott | [email protected] | K-5 Literacy Specialist; Charlene Martin-Klein | [email protected] | K-12 Social Studies Specialist; Alina Castillo | [email protected] | 6-12 Math Specialist; Kenya Lawrence | [email protected] | 6-12 Math Specialist; Beth Spataro | [email protected] | 6-12 ELA Specialist; Heidi Perez | [email protected] | 6-12 ELA Specialist; Emma Refvem | [email protected] | 6-12 Science Specialist
Location: Other... Various Locations
Description: These sessions will be facilitated by C&I for Kinder & 3rd ELA, 4th Math, 5th Science, 6th Grade Social Studies, 6th Grade Math, 8th Grade ELA, 8th Grade Science, English I/English II, NC Math 1, Biology, and World History.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, ELA
Topic(s): Curriculum and Instruction, DPS Adopted Resources, Standards Aligned Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 9th Grade, Kindergarten, 4th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade
Targeted Roles: Coaches, Teachers
Wednesday August 20, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Other... Various Locations
 
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

1:00pm EDT

DSA - Vertical Alignment - CER Session 1 (SEP 6 and SEP 7) | Facilitated by Durham School of the Arts | Durham School of the Arts | Durham School of the Arts S205
LIMITED
Friday August 22, 2025 1:00pm - 2:15pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Whitney Linton | [email protected] | Teaching and Learning Coach
Location: Durham School of the Arts S205
Description: Inquiry Cycle approach to observe the current approaches to CER at each grade band and the
Subject Area(s): Science
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
Friday August 22, 2025 1:00pm - 2:15pm EDT
Durham School of the Arts S205
 
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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10:00am EDT

ACT Prep Implementation Training: Edmentum Courseware & Flex Assignments | Facilitated by Curriculum and Instruction | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/NNWV0
LIMITED
Monday September 15, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Ron Wahlen | [email protected] | Director of Digital Teaching and Learning
Location: https://t.ly/NNWV0
Description: This session will provide step-by-step guidance on implementing the ACT Prep program using Edmentum’s Courseware and Flex Assignments. Participants will learn how to access ACT courses, create sections, build and manage Flex Classes, assign content, and monitor student progress. The training is open to all high schools.
Subject Area(s): Digital Learning Standards, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, ELA
Topic(s): Digital Teaching and Learning, Curriculum and Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistant Directors, Assistant Superintendents, Coordinators, Directors, Instructional Coaches, Leads, Managers, Assistant Coordinators, Assistant Principals, Facilitators, Instructional Assistants, Principals, Specialists, Substitute Teachers, Teachers
Monday September 15, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Online

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
 
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

10:15am EDT

DPS ESL Conference Fall 2025: Kick it Up a Notch: Elevating Student Questions with HOTS | Facilitated by English as a Second Language | English as a Second Language | Jordan High School TBD
LIMITED
Monday September 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Heidi Miles | [email protected] | AIG Facilitator; Denise Baynham | [email protected] | AIG Facilitator
Location: Jordan High School TBD
Description: All students can ask and respond to higher level questions, so how can you kick those questions up to cognitively engage students? In this session, participants will learn questioning strategies to tap into student’s creative and critical thinking.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies
Topic(s): English Learner Services, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Monday September 22, 2025 10:15am - 11:45am EDT
Jordan High School TBD
 
Monday, September 29
 

8:00am EDT

English as a Second Language Teachers' 2025 Fall Conference | Facilitated by English as a Second Language | English as a Second Language | TBD
LIMITED
Monday September 29, 2025 8:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Sashi Rayasam | [email protected] | Director of English Learner Services
Location: TBD
Description: ESL teachers will engage in professional learning in a variety of sessions, including Language Justice, linguistics, Seal of Biliteracy, RAZ-Plus features, high-order questioning and language proficiency, and more.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, ELA
Topic(s): English Learner Services
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 29, 2025 8:00am - 12:00pm EDT
TBD

8:30am EDT

SIOP Round 1, Day 1/3 | Facilitated by English as a Second Language | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center
FILLING
Monday September 29, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity filling up
Presenters: Sashi Rayasam | [email protected] | Director- English Learner Services; Wendi Love | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Secondary; Katie McClure | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Elementary
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: Participants will learn instructional strategies to teach English Learners in their classroom environment. Strategies can be used in any grade level and content area. PLEASE NOTE: SIOP training is spread over three days, with time between each training to apply strategies learned. Please sign up for all three days of the SIOP round to receive CEUs and credit for attending. For full credit, you should also sign up for SIOP Round 1, Day 1/3 and SIOP Round 1, Day 2/3.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, English Learner Services, Increased Rigor, Assessment for Learning, Equity, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, 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: Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Mentors, Teachers
Monday September 29, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Staff Development Center
 
Saturday, October 4
 

9:00am EDT

ESL Add-on Certification Day 1 | Facilitated by English as a Second Language | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M-8
LIMITED
Saturday October 4, 2025 9:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Sashi Rayasam | [email protected] | Director of K-12 English Learner Services
Location: Staff Development Center M-8
Description: This is 1 of 5 Saturday sessions DAY 1 is focused on Second Language Acquisition. Participants will explore the Stages of Language Acquisition, understand North Carolina's Language proficiency levels, understand the distinction between Social vs. Academic Language. Participants will walk in the shoes of ELs and experience ELs feelings in the school or classroom.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Strategy-Based for any content, CTE, ELA
Topic(s): English Learner Services, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, 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: Mentors, Facilitators, Teachers
Saturday October 4, 2025 9:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Staff Development Center M-8
 
Tuesday, October 7
 

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
 
Wednesday, October 8
 

2:30pm EDT

Data and Book Study Introduction | Facilitated by J.D. Clement Early College High School | J.D. Clement Early College High School | J.D. Clement Early College High School 208
LIMITED
Wednesday October 8, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Lori Bruce | [email protected] | Principal; Jamel Anderson-Ruff | [email protected] | Assistant Principal
Location: J.D. Clement Early College High School 208
Description: Participants will engage in data analysis in their content area or a content area closely aligned to their content. Based upon trends in the data, participants will create goals, strategies to support student proficiency and growth. The Book study will be introduced to support continued professional learning that supports student outcomes and cross-curricular connections and support.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Strategy-Based for any content, ELA
Topic(s): Data Analysis
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Wednesday October 8, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
J.D. Clement Early College High School 208

2:30pm EDT

Jordan Science Rigor PD | Facilitated by Jordan High School | Jordan High School | Jordan High School 302
LIMITED
Wednesday October 8, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Justin Finger | [email protected] | Teacher
Location: Jordan High School 302
Description: Jordan Science Department will discuss increasing rigor through collaboration and differentiation.
Subject Area(s): Science
Topic(s): Increased Rigor
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Wednesday October 8, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Jordan High School 302

2:30pm EDT

MTSS/Panorama Data Analysis | Facilitated by City of Medicine Academy | City of Medicine Academy | City of Medicine Academy Cybrary, 305, 207, 309,
Wednesday October 8, 2025 2:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Presenters: Sabrina Vereen | [email protected] | Interventionist; Alex Hurdle | [email protected] | Intern/Principal
Location: City of Medicine Academy Cybrary, 305, 207, 309,
Description: All EOC Teachers will have Priority PLCs with C&I support. Study: All non-EOC Teachers will study MOY Benchmark data with Grade Level Teams. Act: All non-EOC Teachers will meet with Grade Level Teams to review and update progress monitoring data in Panorama for all Tier 2 and 3 students in MTSS and prepare for the upcoming end of Quarter 1 At-Risk Meetings.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE, ELA
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability, MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday October 8, 2025 2:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
City of Medicine Academy Cybrary, 305, 207, 309,

3:00pm EDT

9-12 PLC (AU/IDE/MU) | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Wednesday October 8, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Monique Bonner | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Krista Saunders | [email protected] | EC Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: The PLC will focus on ULS Implementation through collaboration and instructional strategy discussion. Participants will also have input on future PLC topics for the 25-26 school year. Discussion of Meeting Topics and Sites for Upcoming PLC Meetings
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, ELA
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Instructional Assistants, Teachers
Wednesday October 8, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Online
 
Saturday, October 11
 

9:00am EDT

ESL Add-on Certification Day 2 | Facilitated by English as a Second Language | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M-8
LIMITED
Saturday October 11, 2025 9:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Sashi Rayasam | [email protected] | Director of K-12 English Learner Services; Katelin McClure | [email protected] | Elementary EL Facilitator
Location: Staff Development Center M-8
Description: This is 2 of 5 Saturday sessions DAY 2 is focused on Designed for participants to explore a variety of ESL methodologies This session will help participants become familiar with common methods and strategies used to teach ELLs content in the mainstream classroom. They will then generate ideas about how you can incorporate some of the observed techniques in their own classes. There will be video exemplars followed by a discussion.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Strategy-Based for any content, CTE
Topic(s): English Learner Services, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, 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: Mentors, Facilitators, Teachers
Saturday October 11, 2025 9:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Staff Development Center M-8
 
Monday, October 13
 

8:30am EDT

SIOP Round 1, Day 2/3 | Facilitated by English as a Second Language | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center
FILLING
Monday October 13, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity filling up
Presenters: Sashi Rayasam | [email protected] | Director- English Learner Services; Wendi Love | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Secondary; Katie McClure | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Elementary
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: Participants will learn instructional strategies to teach English Learners in their classroom environment. Strategies can be used in any grade level and content area. PLEASE NOTE: SIOP training is spread over three days, with time between each training to apply strategies learned. Please sign up for all three days of the SIOP round to receive CEUs and credit for attending. You should sign up for "SIOP Round 1, Day 1/3" and "SIOP Round 1, Day 3/3."
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, English Learner Services, Increased Rigor, Assessment for Learning, Equity, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, 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: Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Mentors, Teachers
Monday October 13, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Staff Development Center
 
Wednesday, October 15
 

3:00pm EDT

Unique Learning System: Data Collection & Analysis | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children |
LIMITED
Wednesday October 15, 2025 3:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Director; Lori Platko | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Kelly Roberts | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist; Monique Bonner | [email protected] | Adapted Curriculum Specialist
Location:
Description: Participants will learn how to take data using the Unique Learning System (ULS) curriculum for students on the Extended Content Standards.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, ELA
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Wednesday October 15, 2025 3:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Online
 
Saturday, October 18
 

9:00am EDT

ESL Add-on Certification Day 3 | Facilitated by English as a Second Language | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M-8
LIMITED
Saturday October 18, 2025 9:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Sashi Rayasam | [email protected] | Director of K-12 English Learner Services; Katelin McClure | [email protected] | Elementary EL Facilitator
Location: Staff Development Center M-8
Description: This is 3 of 5 Saturday sessions DAY 3: Linguistics Part 1: Designed to train teachers in analyzing pronunciation of English and native language interference. This will prepare teachers for the 30 minutes listening section of the Praxis. Participants will become familiar with phonology, morphology, syntax and semantics of English and explore accents, pronunciations and sentence patterns from a different culture that might filter into English. Participants will work on analysis of speech patterns of non-native speakers.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Strategy-Based for any content, CTE
Topic(s): English Learner Services, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, 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: Mentors, Facilitators, Teachers
Saturday October 18, 2025 9:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Staff Development Center M-8
 
Friday, October 24
 

8:30am EDT

SIOP Round 1, Day 3/3 | Facilitated by English as a Second Language | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center
FULL
Friday October 24, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity full
Presenters: Sashi Rayasam | [email protected] | Director- English Learner Services; Wendi Love | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Secondary; Katie McClure | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Elementary
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: Participants will learn instructional strategies to teach English Learners in their classroom environment. Strategies can be used in any grade level and content area. PLEASE NOTE: SIOP training is spread over three days, with time between each training to apply strategies learned. Please sign up for all three days of the SIOP round to receive CEUs and credit for attending. You should sign up for "SIOP Round 1, Day 1/3" and "SIOP, Round 1, Day 2/3."
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, English Learner Services, Increased Rigor, Assessment for Learning, Equity, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, 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: Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Mentors, Teachers
Friday October 24, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Staff Development Center
 
Saturday, October 25
 

9:00am EDT

ESL Add-on Certification Day 4 | Facilitated by English as a Second Language | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M-8
LIMITED
Saturday October 25, 2025 9:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Sashi Rayasam | [email protected] | Director of K-12 English Learner Services; Katelin McClure | [email protected] | Elementary EL Facilitator
Location: Staff Development Center M-8
Description: This is 4 of 5 Saturday sessions DAY 4: Linguistics Part 2: Designed to train teachers in analyzing pronunciation of English and native language interference. This will prepare teachers for the 30 minutes listening section of the Praxis. Participants will become familiar with phonology, morphology, syntax and semantics of English and explore accents, pronunciations and sentence patterns from a different culture that might filter into English. Participants will work on analysis of speech patterns of non-native speakers.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Strategy-Based for any content, CTE
Topic(s): English Learner Services, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, 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: Mentors, Facilitators, Teachers
Saturday October 25, 2025 9:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Staff Development Center M-8
 
Monday, October 27
 

8:30am EDT

SIOP Round 2, Day 1/3 | Facilitated by English as a Second Language | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center
LIMITED
Monday October 27, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Sashi Rayasam | [email protected] | Director- English Learner Services; Wendi Love | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Secondary; Katie McClure | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Elementary
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: Participants will learn instructional strategies to teach English Learners in their classroom environment. Strategies can be used in any grade level and content area. PLEASE NOTE: SIOP training is spread over three days, with time between each training to apply strategies learned. Please sign up for all three days of the SIOP round to receive CEUs and credit for attending. You should also sign up for "SIOP Round 2, Day 2/3" and "SIOP, Round 2, Day 3/3."
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, English Learner Services, Increased Rigor, Assessment for Learning, Equity, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, 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: Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Mentors, Teachers
Monday October 27, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Staff Development Center

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
 
Saturday, November 1
 

9:00am EDT

ESL Add-on Certification Day 5 | Facilitated by English as a Second Language | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M-8
LIMITED
Saturday November 1, 2025 9:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Sashi Rayasam | [email protected] | Director of K-12 English Learner Services; Katelin McClure | [email protected] | Elementary EL Facilitator
Location: Staff Development Center M-8
Description: This is 5 of 5 Saturday sessions Day 5:Designed to prepare for the Praxis, this session provides a historical perspective of the legal background behind programs for ELs There are many federal policies, laws, local guidelines, and historical court cases that have been the foundation of helping school systems develop programs to meet the needs of ELLs over the past couple of decades.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Strategy-Based for any content, CTE
Topic(s): English Learner Services, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, 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: Mentors, Facilitators, Teachers
Saturday November 1, 2025 9:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Staff Development Center M-8
 
Monday, November 3
 

3:30pm EST

DSA - Student Autonomy | Facilitated by Durham School of the Arts | Durham School of the Arts | Durham School of the Arts S202
LIMITED
Monday November 3, 2025 3:30pm - 4:15pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Camila Vinson | [email protected] | Teacher
Location: Durham School of the Arts S202
Description: Feedback about student autonomy with SEPS
Subject Area(s): Science
Topic(s): Curriculum and Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Monday November 3, 2025 3:30pm - 4:15pm EST
Durham School of the Arts S202
 
Tuesday, November 4
 

1:00pm EST

Introduction to Snorkl (option 1) | Facilitated by Curriculum and Instruction | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/lyl0M
LIMITED
Tuesday November 4, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Jon Laven | [email protected] | trainer
Location: https://t.ly/lyl0M
Description: Join us to learn about Snorkl, a classroom tool that helps students record and explain their thinking while receiving immediate, personalized AI feedback. With Snorkl, students can speak, write, and make their thinking visible—whether they’re solving a math problem, interpreting a reading passage, or reflecting on a science lab. The AI provides instant feedback aligned with the teacher’s goals. Snorkl works across all subjects and grade levels, from Kindergarten through High School. Durham Public Schools has premium access.
Subject Area(s): Digital Learning Standards, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Strategy-Based for any content, CTE
Topic(s): Digital Teaching and Learning, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade, Leadership
Targeted Roles: Directors, Instructional Coaches, Mentors, Assistant Principals, Principals, Specialists, Teachers
Tuesday November 4, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EST
Online

2:00pm EST

Introduction to Snorkl (option 2) | Facilitated by Curriculum and Instruction | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/xIzQB
LIMITED
Tuesday November 4, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Jon Laven | [email protected] | trainer
Location: https://t.ly/xIzQB
Description: Join us to learn about Snorkl, a classroom tool that helps students record and explain their thinking while receiving immediate, personalized AI feedback. With Snorkl, students can speak, write, and make their thinking visible—whether they’re solving a math problem, interpreting a reading passage, or reflecting on a science lab. The AI provides instant feedback aligned with the teacher’s goals. Snorkl works across all subjects and grade levels, from Kindergarten through High School. Durham Public Schools has premium access.
Subject Area(s): Digital Learning Standards, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Strategy-Based for any content, CTE
Topic(s): Digital Teaching and Learning, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade, Leadership
Targeted Roles: Directors, Instructional Coaches, Mentors, Assistant Principals, Principals, Specialists, Teachers
Tuesday November 4, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm EST
Online
 
Thursday, November 13
 

8:15am EST

SIOP Round 2, Day 2/3 | Facilitated by English as a Second Language | Open District-Wide | Other... Old Northern HS, Media Center, 117 Tom Wilkinson Road, Durham NC 27712
LIMITED
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Sashi Rayasam | [email protected] | Director- English Learner Services; Wendi Love | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Secondary; Katie McClure | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Elementary
Location: Other... Old Northern HS, Media Center, 117 Tom Wilkinson Road, Durham NC 27712
Description: Participants will learn instructional strategies to teach English Learners in their classroom environment. Strategies can be used in any grade level and content area. PLEASE NOTE: SIOP training is spread over three days, with time between each training to apply strategies learned. Please sign up for all three days of the SIOP round to receive CEUs and credit for attending. You should also sign up for "SIOP Round 2, Day 1/3" and "SIOP, Round 1, Day 3/3."
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, English Learner Services, Increased Rigor, Assessment for Learning, Equity, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, 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: Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Mentors, Teachers

5:00pm EST

HS Department Chair Meeting | Facilitated by Curriculum and Instruction | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center M-1
Thursday November 13, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm EST
Presenters: Liz Moffitt | [email protected] | Director of Math & Science; Gabrielle Hall | [email protected] | Executive Director of C&I for Middle Schools; Heidi Perez | [email protected] | Secondary Literacy Specialist; Emma Refvem | [email protected] | Secondary Science Specialist; Kenya Lawrence | [email protected] | Secondary Math Specialist
Location: Staff Development Center M-1
Description: This is the quarterly meeting for high school department chairs.
Subject Area(s): Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies
Topic(s): Leadership, Curriculum and Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Leads, Teachers
Thursday November 13, 2025 5:00pm - 6:00pm EST
Staff Development Center M-1
 
Monday, November 17
 

8:30am EST

SIOP Round 2, Day 3/3 | Facilitated by English as a Second Language | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center
LIMITED
Monday November 17, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Sashi Rayasam | [email protected] | Director- English Learner Services; Wendi Love | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Secondary; Katie McClure | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Elementary
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: Participants will learn instructional strategies to teach English Learners in their classroom environment. Strategies can be used in any grade level and content area. PLEASE NOTE: SIOP training is spread over three days, with time between each training to apply strategies learned. Please sign up for all three days of the SIOP round to receive CEUs and credit for attending. You should also sign up for "SIOP Round 2, Day 1/3" and "SIOP, Round 1, Day 2/3."
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, English Learner Services, Increased Rigor, Assessment for Learning, Equity, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, 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: Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Mentors, Teachers
Monday November 17, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm EST
Staff Development Center
 
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
 
Thursday, November 20
 

9:00am EST

Data and Book Study Session 2 | Facilitated by J.D. Clement Early College High School | J.D. Clement Early College High School | J.D. Clement Early College High School Conference Room
LIMITED
Thursday November 20, 2025 9:00am - 10:30am EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Lori Bruce | [email protected] | Principal; Jamel Anderson-Ruff | [email protected] | Assistant Principal
Location: J.D. Clement Early College High School Conference Room
Description: Participants will engage in data analysis in their content area or a content area closely aligned to their content. Based upon trends in the data, participants will create goals, strategies to support student proficiency and growth. The Book study will be introduced to support continued professional learning that supports student outcomes and cross-curricular connections and support.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Strategy-Based for any content
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability, Culturally Responsive Practices, MTSS, Data Analysis
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Thursday November 20, 2025 9:00am - 10:30am EST
J.D. Clement Early College High School Conference Room
 
Wednesday, December 10
 

2:30pm EST

Jordan Science Lab PD | Facilitated by Jordan High School | Jordan High School | Jordan High School 302
LIMITED
Wednesday December 10, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Justin Finger | [email protected] | Teacher
Location: Jordan High School 302
Description: Jordan Science team will meet with their remaining lab schedule for each PLC. The team will work to increase rigor and inquiry in lab activities.
Subject Area(s): Science
Topic(s): Increased Rigor, Student-Centered Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Wednesday December 10, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm EST
Jordan High School 302

2:30pm EST

Santee Road Proposal | Facilitated by Outdoor Learning | Open District-Wide | Other... Durham County Administrative Building 2
LIMITED
Wednesday December 10, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Erin Carroll | [email protected] | Outdoor Learning Specialist; Christy Raulli | [email protected] | DCo Program Manager
Location: Other... Durham County Administrative Building 2
Description: DPS Educators will learn about the proposed Santee Road Nature preserve with Durham County staff and begin to think through how maps and ecological data may be incorporated into classes using this real life, place-based example.
Subject Area(s): Science, Strategy-Based for any content
Topic(s): Outdoor 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: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday December 10, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm EST
Other... Durham County Administrative Building 2

2:30pm EST

City of Medicine Academy_MTSS & Panorama | Facilitated by City of Medicine Academy | City of Medicine Academy | City of Medicine Academy Cybrary
Wednesday December 10, 2025 2:30pm - 4:30pm EST
Presenters: Sabrina Vereen | [email protected] | Teacher Interventionist; Alexandra Hurdle | [email protected] | Principal Intern
Location: City of Medicine Academy Cybrary
Description: City of Medicine Academy staff will take a deep dive into Panorama, DPS MTSS Standard Treatment Protocols, and writing Tier 2 intervention plans.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Strategy-Based for any content, CTE, ELA
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Wednesday December 10, 2025 2:30pm - 4:30pm EST
City of Medicine Academy Cybrary
 
Thursday, December 18
 

1:00pm EST

Content MTSS Meeting | Facilitated by J.D. Clement Early College High School | J.D. Clement Early College High School | J.D. Clement Early College High School Conference Room
LIMITED
Thursday December 18, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Jamel Anderson-Ruff | [email protected] | Assistant Principal
Location: J.D. Clement Early College High School Conference Room
Description: Participants will learn more about the MTSS process, engage in data analysis to support instruction and intervention in alignment with the MTSS process.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, ELA , Healthful Living
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Thursday December 18, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
J.D. Clement Early College High School Conference Room
 
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

3:20pm EST

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

8:30am EST

SIOP Round 3, Day 1/3 | Facilitated by English as a Second Language | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center
LIMITED
Tuesday January 20, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Sashi Rayasam | [email protected] | Director- English Learner Services; Wendi Love | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Secondary; Katie McClure | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Elementary
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: Participants will learn instructional strategies to teach English Learners in their classroom environment. Strategies can be used in any grade level and content area. PLEASE NOTE: SIOP training is spread over three days, with time between each training to apply strategies learned. Please sign up for all three days of the SIOP round to receive CEUs and credit for attending. You should also sign up for "SIOP Round 3, Day 2/3" and "SIOP, Round 3, Day 3/3."
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, English Learner Services, Increased Rigor, Assessment for Learning, Equity, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, 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: Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Mentors, Teachers
Tuesday January 20, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm EST
Staff Development Center

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
 
Friday, January 30
 

8:30am EST

SIOP Round 3, Day 2/3 | Facilitated by English as a Second Language | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center
LIMITED
Friday January 30, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Sashi Rayasam | [email protected] | Director- English Learner Services; Wendi Love | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Secondary; Katie McClure | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Elementary
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: Participants will learn instructional strategies to teach English Learners in their classroom environment. Strategies can be used in any grade level and content area. PLEASE NOTE: SIOP training is spread over three days, with time between each training to apply strategies learned. Please sign up for all three days of the SIOP round to receive CEUs and credit for attending. You should also sign up for "SIOP Round 3, Day 1/3" and "SIOP, Round 3, Day 3/3."
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, English Learner Services, Increased Rigor, Assessment for Learning, Equity, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, 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: Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Mentors, Teachers
Friday January 30, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm EST
Staff Development Center
 
Wednesday, February 4
 

2:00pm EST

Data and Book Study Session 3 | Facilitated by J.D. Clement Early College High School | J.D. Clement Early College High School | J.D. Clement Early College High School 204
LIMITED
Wednesday February 4, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Dr. Lori Bruce | [email protected] | Principal; Jamel Anderson-Ruff | [email protected] | Assistant Principal
Location: J.D. Clement Early College High School 204
Description: Participants will engage in data analysis in their content area or a content area closely aligned to their content. Based upon trends in the data, participants will create goals, strategies to support student proficiency and growth. The Book study will be introduced to support continued professional learning that supports student outcomes and cross-curricular connections and support.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Strategy-Based for any content
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability, Culturally Responsive Practices, MTSS, Data Analysis
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Wednesday February 4, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST
J.D. Clement Early College High School 204

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

2:30pm EST

Jordan Science Lab PD | Facilitated by Jordan High School | Jordan High School | Jordan High School 302
FILLING
Wednesday February 4, 2026 2:30pm - 4:00pm EST
Limited Capacity filling up
Presenters: Justin Finger | [email protected] | Teacher
Location: Jordan High School 302
Description: Jordan Science team will meet with their remaining lab schedule for each PLC. The team will work to increase rigor and inquiry in lab activities.
Subject Area(s): Science
Topic(s): Increased Rigor, Student-Centered Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Wednesday February 4, 2026 2:30pm - 4:00pm EST
Jordan High School 302
 
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
 
Monday, February 16
 

8:30am EST

SIOP Round 3, Day 3/3 | Facilitated by English as a Second Language | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center
LIMITED
Monday February 16, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Sashi Rayasam | [email protected] | Director- English Learner Services; Wendi Love | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Secondary; Katie McClure | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Elementary
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: Participants will learn instructional strategies to teach English Learners in their classroom environment. Strategies can be used in any grade level and content area. PLEASE NOTE: SIOP training is spread over three days, with time between each training to apply strategies learned. Please sign up for all three days of the SIOP round to receive CEUs and credit for attending. You should also sign up for "SIOP Round 3, Day 1/3" and "SIOP, Round 3, Day 2/3."
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, English Learner Services, Increased Rigor, Assessment for Learning, Equity, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, 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: Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Mentors, Teachers
Monday February 16, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm EST
Staff Development Center

9:00am EST

RWD PL- DECHS | Facilitated by Durham Early College of Health Sciences | Durham Early College of Health Sciences | Durham Early College of Health Sciences Multi-Purpose Room
LIMITED
Monday February 16, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Joshua Brown | [email protected] | Principal
Location: Durham Early College of Health Sciences Multi-Purpose Room
Description: Durham Early College of Health Sciences is focusing on student EOC data, EVAAS and Panaroma data.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, ELA
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability, Data Analysis
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Monday February 16, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am EST
Durham Early College of Health Sciences Multi-Purpose Room

1:00pm EST

Explicit Teaching: Build the Field in Secondary Math/Science | Facilitated by Professional Learning | Open District-Wide | Other... Shepard IB Middle School Media Center
Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Presenters: Andres Fils-Aime | [email protected] | Instructional Coach; Raelysha Butler James | [email protected] | Instructional Coach
Location: Other... Shepard IB Middle School Media Center
Description: The purpose of this session is to support the use of the first stage of the explicit teaching model with secondary math/science as the context.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science
Topic(s): Curriculum and Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Instructional Coaches, Teachers
Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Other... Shepard IB Middle School Media Center

1:00pm EST

DOK - Pump Up your Questions in Secondary Science | Facilitated by Durham School of the Arts | Open District-Wide | Durham School of the Arts Library Media Center
LIMITED
Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Whitney Linton | [email protected] | Teaching and Learning Coach
Location: Durham School of the Arts Library Media Center
Description: To allow participants to know what Depth of Knowledge is and how it determines the cognitive demand of academic standards, curricular activities, and test items.
Subject Area(s): Science
Topic(s): Increased Rigor
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
Durham School of the Arts Library Media Center

1:00pm EST

Pump Up your Questions in Secondary Science | Facilitated by Durham School of the Arts | Open District-Wide | Durham School of the Arts Library Media Center
LIMITED
Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Whitney Linton | [email protected] | Teaching and Learning Coach
Location: Durham School of the Arts Library Media Center
Description: To allow participants to know what Depth of Knowledge is and how it determines the cognitive demand of academic standards, curricular activities, and test items.
Subject Area(s): Science
Topic(s): Increased Rigor
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
Durham School of the Arts Library Media Center

1:00pm EST

DOK: Increasing Task Rigor in Secondary Science | Facilitated by Curriculum and Instruction | Open District-Wide | Lakeview School Cafetorium
Monday February 16, 2026 1:00pm - 3:30pm EST
Presenters: Sheila Brockers-White | [email protected] | Instuctional Coach
Location: Lakeview School Cafetorium
Description: This professional development session will support secondary science educators in understanding and applying Webb’s Depth of Knowledge (DOK) framework to increase task rigor and student cognitive engagement. Participants will analyze existing science tasks, lessons, and assessments, identify current DOK levels, and redesign activities to promote higher-order thinking aligned to standards and real-world scientific practices.
Subject Area(s): Science
Topic(s): Increased Rigor, Communication Skills
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 - 3:30pm EST
Lakeview School Cafetorium
 
Monday, March 2
 

8:30am EST

SIOP Round 4, Day 1/3 | Facilitated by English as a Second Language | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center
LIMITED
Monday March 2, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Sashi Rayasam | [email protected] | Director- English Learner Services; Wendi Love | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Secondary; Katie McClure | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Elementary
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: Participants will learn instructional strategies to teach English Learners in their classroom environment. Strategies can be used in any grade level and content area. PLEASE NOTE: SIOP training is spread over three days, with time between each training to apply strategies learned. Please sign up for all three days of the SIOP round to receive CEUs and credit for attending. You should also sign up for "SIOP Round 4, Day 2/3" and "SIOP Round 4, Day 3/3."
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, English Learner Services, Increased Rigor, Assessment for Learning, Equity, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, 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: Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Mentors, Teachers
Monday March 2, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm EST
Staff Development Center
 
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

9:30am EST

Climate Fresk Training | Facilitated by Curriculum and Instruction | Open District-Wide | Other... Museum of Life and Science
LIMITED
Tuesday March 3, 2026 9:30am - 12:30pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Emma Refvem | [email protected] | 6-12 Science Specialist
Location: Other... Museum of Life and Science
Description: Earth science teachers will learn about a program to use to teach students about the science of and solutions to climate change.
Subject Area(s): Science
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, Equity
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Tuesday March 3, 2026 9:30am - 12:30pm EST
Other... Museum of Life and Science

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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1:00pm EST

VIRTUAL Explicit Teaching: Joint Construction vs Supported Practice (all contents) | Facilitated by C.C. Spaulding Elementary | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/ewrkL
FILLING
Tuesday March 3, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Limited Capacity filling up
Presenters: Bianca Hunt | [email protected] | Instructional Coach; Chelsea Motley | [email protected] | Instructional Coach; Alycia Crews | [email protected] | Instructional Coach
Location: https://t.ly/ewrkL
Description: Teachers and staff will understand, plan for and dive deeper into best practices for implementing the joint construction and supported practice portions of the Explicit Teaching Model.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies
Topic(s): Curriculum and Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Interventionists, Instructional Assistants, Teachers
Tuesday March 3, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Online

1:00pm EST

Virtual Explicit Teaching: Model & Deconstruct (All Contents) | Facilitated by Y.E. Smith Elementary School | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/RSDQG
FILLING
Tuesday March 3, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Limited Capacity filling up
Presenters: Carlissia Dudley | [email protected] | K-2 Coach; Olga Todman | [email protected] | 3-5 Coach; Henrietta Scott | [email protected] | Teaching and Learning Coach
Location: https://t.ly/RSDQG
Description: In this session, participants will deepen their understanding of the Model & Deconstruct phase of Explicit Instruction. Teachers will learn how to effectively demonstrate new learning by thinking aloud, making cognitive processes visible, and breaking down complex skills into manageable steps.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, ELA
Topic(s): 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: Facilitators, Instructional Assistants, Teachers
Tuesday March 3, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Online

1:00pm EST

For ESL teachers only- WIDA Self-Paced Courses for 3/3/36 | Facilitated by English as a Second Language | English as a Second Language | https://t.ly/FRDkb
LIMITED
Tuesday March 3, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Sashi Rayasam | [email protected] | ESL director; Wendi Love | [email protected] | ESL facilitator- secondary; Katie McClure | [email protected] | ESL facilitator- elementary
Location: https://t.ly/FRDkb
Description: Participants will choose one session from WIDA's self-paced e-learning modules, including: Developing Language for Learning in Mathematics Engaging Multilingual Learners in Science: Making Sense of Phenomena Exploring the WIDA PreK-3 Essential Actions Making Language Visible in the Classroom: Explore the Key Language Uses Newcomers: Promoting Success through Strengthening Practice Reading Comprehension Across Content Areas with Multilingual Learners Reframing Education for Long-term English Learners Participants who do not yet have WIDA Secure Portal accounts will receive an email with credentials the day before the training and must activate their account.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Strategy-Based for any content, ELA
Topic(s): English Learner Services
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 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Online
 
Monday, March 9
 

8:30am EDT

SIOP Round 4, Day 2/3 | Facilitated by English as a Second Language | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center
LIMITED
Monday March 9, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Sashi Rayasam | [email protected] | Director- English Learner Services; Wendi Love | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Secondary; Katie McClure | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Elementary
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: Participants will learn instructional strategies to teach English Learners in their classroom environment. Strategies can be used in any grade level and content area. PLEASE NOTE: SIOP training is spread over three days, with time between each training to apply strategies learned. Please sign up for all three days of the SIOP round to receive CEUs and credit for attending. You should also sign up for "SIOP Round 4, Day 1/3" and "SIOP Round 4, Day 3/3."
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, English Learner Services, Increased Rigor, Assessment for Learning, Equity, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, 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: Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Mentors, Teachers
Monday March 9, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Staff Development Center
 
Tuesday, March 10
 

3:30pm EDT

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

9:00am EDT

Climate Fresk Facilitator Training | Facilitated by Curriculum and Instruction | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/qM0VB
Monday April 6, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Presenters: Emma Refvem | [email protected] | 6-12 Science Specialist
Location: https://t.ly/qM0VB
Description: Teachers trained in March now have the chance to be trained to facilitate their own sessions.
Subject Area(s): Science
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
Monday April 6, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Online
 
Tuesday, April 14
 

3:00pm EDT

SCHOOL ADMIN: Mastery Connect for School Administrators | Facilitated by Curriculum and Instruction | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/zyqg_
Tuesday April 14, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Presenters: Liz Moffitt | [email protected] | Director of K-12 Curriculum & Instruction
Location: https://t.ly/zyqg_
Description: In this session, school administrators will learn to navigate the MasteryConnect platform and answer key data questions using dashboards and reports in the system.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, ELA
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability, Leadership, Assessment for Learning, Curriculum and Instruction, Data Analysis
Targeted Instructional Grades: 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 4th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade, Leadership
Targeted Roles: Assistant Superintendents, Assistant Principals, Principals
Tuesday April 14, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Online
 
Thursday, April 16
 

8:00am EDT

SCHOOL ADMIN: Mastery Connect for School Administrators | Facilitated by Curriculum and Instruction | Open District-Wide | https://t.ly/62DRP
Thursday April 16, 2026 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Presenters: Liz Moffitt | [email protected] | Director of K-12 Curriculum & Instruction
Location: https://t.ly/62DRP
Description: In this session, school administrators will learn to navigate the MasteryConnect platform and answer key data questions using dashboards and reports in the system.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability, Leadership, Assessment for Learning, Curriculum and Instruction, Data Analysis
Targeted Instructional Grades: 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 4th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade, Leadership
Targeted Roles: Assistant Superintendents, Assistant Principals, Principals
Thursday April 16, 2026 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Online
 
Monday, April 20
 

8:30am EDT

SIOP Round 4, Day 3/3 | Facilitated by English as a Second Language | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center
LIMITED
Monday April 20, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Sashi Rayasam | [email protected] | Director- English Learner Services; Wendi Love | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Secondary; Katie McClure | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Elementary
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: Participants will learn instructional strategies to teach English Learners in their classroom environment. Strategies can be used in any grade level and content area. PLEASE NOTE: SIOP training is spread over three days, with time between each training to apply strategies learned. Please sign up for all three days of the SIOP round to receive CEUs and credit for attending. You should also sign up for "SIOP Round 4, Day 1/3" and "SIOP Round 4, Day 2/3."
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, English Learner Services, Increased Rigor, Assessment for Learning, Equity, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, 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: Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Mentors, Teachers
Monday April 20, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Staff Development Center
 
Wednesday, April 29
 

2:00pm EDT

EOY Benchmark Planning | Facilitated by Durham Early College of Health Sciences | Durham Early College of Health Sciences | Durham Early College of Health Sciences Multi Purpose Room
Wednesday April 29, 2026 2:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Presenters: Joshua Brown | [email protected] | Presenter
Location: Durham Early College of Health Sciences Multi Purpose Room
Description: Review the importance of End-of-Year (EOY) benchmarks ● Connection to student promotion, college readiness, and school performance goals ● Outcomes for today: ○ Analyze current student data ○ Identify priority standards ○ Develop a 2-week targeted intervention plan
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, ELA
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Wednesday April 29, 2026 2:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Durham Early College of Health Sciences Multi Purpose Room
  Mathematics, 9th Grade |   Science, 9th Grade |   Social Studies, 9th Grade |   ELA, 9th Grade
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2:05pm EDT

Lakeview School: Building and Improving Your Course Canvas Page | Facilitated by Lakeview School | Lakeview School | Lakeview School Cafetorium
LIMITED
Wednesday April 29, 2026 2:05pm - 3:05pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Sheila Brockers White | [email protected] | Instructional Facilitator
Location: Lakeview School Cafetorium
Description: Building and Improving Your Course Canvas Page is a hands-on professional development session focused on helping educators design clear, engaging, and student-friendly Canvas courses. Participants will explore best practices for organizing content, enhancing navigation, and creating a visually appealing and accessible learning environment that supports student success.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE, ELA , Healthful Living
Topic(s): Digital Teaching and Learning, Information Technology
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade, Leadership
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Wednesday April 29, 2026 2:05pm - 3:05pm EDT
Lakeview School Cafetorium
 


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