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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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Venue: Hillside High School Room 109 clear filter
Wednesday, August 6
 

8:30am EDT

2025 Summer SPLASH | Boosting Reading Comprehension in ALL Contents | Facilitated by Brogden Middle School | Open District-Wide | Hillside High School Room 109
Wednesday August 6, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Presenters: India C. Williams | indiac_williams@dpsnc.net | Teaching and Learning Coach
Location: Hillside High School Room 109
Description: We will explore the Science of Reading to learn how decoding X language comprehension = reading comprehension. This session is tailored to all core and elective contents.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE, ELA , Healthful Living
Topic(s): Curriculum and Instruction, Explicit Teaching, Reading, Writing, Thinking, Speaking, Listening, Differentiation/Scaffolding
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Teachers
Wednesday August 6, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Hillside High School Room 109
 
Thursday, August 7
 

8:30am EDT

2025 Summer SPLASH | Managing the Moment: Taking Action to Interrupt Bullying | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Hillside High School Room 109
Thursday August 7, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Presenters: Kourtney Royster | kourtney_royster@dpsnc.net | WHOLE Schools Well-Being Specialist; Cherice Artis | cherice_artis@dpsnc.net | K-12 School Counseling Coordinator
Location: Hillside High School Room 109
Description: This presentation will explore the critical role educators play in preventing bullying and fostering a safe, inclusive school environment. Participants will gain practical strategies to recognize, respond to, and reduce bullying behaviors. Emphasis will be placed on building strong relationships, promoting empathy, and creating a positive classroom culture where all students feel supported and respected.
Subject Area(s): None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Communication Skills, Health and Safety, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Culturally Responsive Practices
Targeted Instructional Grades: None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Assistant Principals, Principals, School Counselors, Mentors, Social Workers, Teachers
Thursday August 7, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Hillside High School Room 109

1:00pm EDT

2025 Summer SPLASH | Managing the Moment: Taking Action to Interrupt Bullying | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Hillside High School Room 109
Thursday August 7, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Presenters: Kourtney Royster | kourtney_royster@dpsnc.net | WHOLE Schools Well-Being Specialist; Cherice Artis | cherice_artis@dpsnc.net | K-12 School Counseling Coordinator
Location: Hillside High School Room 109
Description: This presentation will explore the critical role educators play in preventing bullying and fostering a safe, inclusive school environment. Participants will gain practical strategies to recognize, respond to, and reduce bullying behaviors. Emphasis will be placed on building strong relationships, promoting empathy, and creating a positive classroom culture where all students feel supported and respected.
Subject Area(s): None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Communication Skills, Health and Safety, Social Emotional, Student Wellness and Advocacy, Culturally Responsive Practices
Targeted Instructional Grades: None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Assistant Principals, Principals, School Counselors, Mentors, Social Workers, Teachers
Thursday August 7, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Hillside High School Room 109
 


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