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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, June 17
 

8:30am EDT

2025 Summer SPLASH | Jump Start for Secondary ELA/English | Facilitated by Curriculum and Instruction | Open District-Wide | Riverside High School Room C234
Tuesday June 17, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Riverside High School Room C234
Presenters: Heidi Perez | heidi_perez@dpsnc.net | Literacy Specialist
Location: Riverside High School Room C234
Description: Grades 6-12 ELA/English teachers can join this session to get a head start on planning and prepping for the first few weeks of the school year. Plot out important dates, explore reading routine pathways, and comparative reading text sets as you collaborate with peers.
Subject Area(s): Occupational Course of Study
Topic(s): Curriculum and Instruction, DPS Adopted Resources, Effective Feedback Strategies, Increased Rigor, Reading, Writing, Thinking, Speaking, Listening, Culturally Responsive Practices, Differentiation/Scaffolding, Student-Centered Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistant Principals, Directors, Principals, Assistant Superintendents, Coordinators, Instructional Coaches, Teachers
Tuesday June 17, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Riverside High School Room C234
  Curriculum and Instruction, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade, Assistant Principals, Directors, Principals, Assistant Superintendents, Coordinators, Instructional Coaches, Teachers |   DPS Adopted Resources, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade, Assistant Principals, Directors, Principals, Assistant Superintendents, Coordinators, Instructional Coaches, Teachers |   Effective Feedback Strategies, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade, Assistant Principals, Directors, Principals, Assistant Superintendents, Coordinators, Instructional Coaches, Teachers |   Increased Rigor, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade, Assistant Principals, Directors, Principals, Assistant Superintendents, Coordinators, Instructional Coaches, Teachers |   Reading, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade, Assistant Principals, Directors, Principals, Assistant Superintendents, Coordinators, Instructional Coaches, Teachers |   Writing, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade, Assistant Principals, Directors, Principals, Assistant Superintendents, Coordinators, Instructional Coaches, Teachers |   Thinking, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade, Assistant Principals, Directors, Principals, Assistant Superintendents, Coordinators, Instructional Coaches, Teachers |   Speaking, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade, Assistant Principals, Directors, Principals, Assistant Superintendents, Coordinators, Instructional Coaches, Teachers |   Listening, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade, Assistant Principals, Directors, Principals, Assistant Superintendents, Coordinators, Instructional Coaches, Teachers |   Culturally Responsive Practices, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade, Assistant Principals, Directors, Principals, Assistant Superintendents, Coordinators, Instructional Coaches, Teachers |   Differentiation/Scaffolding, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade, Assistant Principals, Directors, Principals, Assistant Superintendents, Coordinators, Instructional Coaches, Teachers |   Student-Centered Learning, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade, Assistant Principals, Directors, Principals, Assistant Superintendents, Coordinators, Instructional Coaches, Teachers
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1:00pm EDT

2025 Summer SPLASH | Future in Focus: Empowering Educators to Spark Curiosity in Life Sciences | Facilitated by Career Technical Education | Open District-Wide | Riverside High School Room C232
Tuesday June 17, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Riverside High School Room C232
Presenters: Jameya Jones | Jameya_jones@dpsnc.net | Lead Workforce Development Coordinator
Location: Riverside High School Room C232
Description: In this hands-on professional development session, educators will explore innovative ways to engage high school students in the dynamic world of life sciences. Through interactive lab activities and real-world applications, participants will gain practical strategies to bring biotechnology to life in the classroom. The session will also highlight emerging opportunities for students in the biotech industry, including certification programs and career pathways that can begin in high school. Join us to discover how to inspire the next generation of scientists and problem-solvers by connecting life science education to meaningful futures. This PD will have guest from the NC Biotech Center and local life science companies.
Subject Area(s): CTE
Topic(s): Building Learning System Capacity, Curriculum and Instruction, Standards Aligned Instruction, Student-Centered Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistant Coordinators, Assistant Principals, Principals, School Counselors, Specialists, Assistant Superintendents, Coordinators, Facilitators, Instructional Coaches, Teachers
Tuesday June 17, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Riverside High School Room C232
  Building Learning System Capacity, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade, Assistant Coordinators, Assistant Principals, Principals, School Counselors, Specialists, Assistant Superintendents, Coordinators, Facilitators, Instructional Coaches, Teachers |   Curriculum and Instruction, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade, Assistant Coordinators, Assistant Principals, Principals, School Counselors, Specialists, Assistant Superintendents, Coordinators, Facilitators, Instructional Coaches, Teachers |   Standards Aligned Instruction, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade, Assistant Coordinators, Assistant Principals, Principals, School Counselors, Specialists, Assistant Superintendents, Coordinators, Facilitators, Instructional Coaches, Teachers |   Student-Centered Learning, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade, Assistant Coordinators, Assistant Principals, Principals, School Counselors, Specialists, Assistant Superintendents, Coordinators, Facilitators, Instructional Coaches, Teachers
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Wednesday, June 18
 

8:30am EDT

2025 Summer SPLASH | Unlocking AI in Education: An Introduction to Leveraging Artificial Intelligence for Better Instruction | Facilitated by Forest View Elementary School | Open District-Wide | Riverside High School Room C232
Wednesday June 18, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Riverside High School Room C232
Presenters: Colleen Robinson | colleen_robinson@dpsnc.net | Instructional Coach
Location: Riverside High School Room C232
Description: Target Audience: K-5 Educators (AI beginner) interested in leveraging AI to enhance classroom instruction and data analysis. K-5 instructional leaders looking to enhance data driven practices. In today’s rapidly evolving educational landscape, artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming an essential tool for enhancing instruction, streamlining tasks, and personalizing learning experiences. Join us for a professional development session where we will explore the power of AI in the classroom and how educators can leverage it to make data-driven decisions, differentiate instruction, and engage students in innovative ways. What to Expect: Understanding AI in Education: A brief overview of AI and its applications in the classroom. Streamlining Administrative Tasks: Discover how AI can assist with grading, generating lesson plans, and providing real-time feedback on student work. Personalizing Learning: Learn how AI tools can adapt content to meet diverse learner needs and provide individualized practice. Data-Driven Instruction: Analyzing student performance data efficiently to identify strengths and areas for growth. Enhancing Student Engagement: Creating interactive and adaptive content, including AI-powered simulations and problem-solving exercises. Hands-On Exploration: Try out AI tools tailored for education and discuss practical applications with peers. By the end of this session, you’ll walk away with practical strategies and resources to seamlessly integrate AI into your teaching practice, making data analysis more efficient and instruction more impactful.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, ELA
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability, Curriculum and Instruction, Digital Teaching and Learning, Data Analysis, Differentiation/Scaffolding, Standards Aligned Instruction, Student-Centered Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Assistant Principals, Principals, Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Teachers
Wednesday June 18, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Riverside High School Room C232
  Assessments-Data-Accountability, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, Assistant Principals, Principals, Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Teachers |   Curriculum and Instruction, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, Assistant Principals, Principals, Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Teachers |   Digital Teaching and Learning, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, Assistant Principals, Principals, Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Teachers |   Data Analysis, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, Assistant Principals, Principals, Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Teachers |   Differentiation/Scaffolding, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, Assistant Principals, Principals, Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Teachers |   Standards Aligned Instruction, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, Assistant Principals, Principals, Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Teachers |   Student-Centered Learning, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, Assistant Principals, Principals, Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Teachers
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