Durham Public Schools PL

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

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

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

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