Durham Public Schools PL

Presenters: Susan Taylor | [email protected] | Principal
Location: Jordan High School Auditorium
Description: Welcome (back) to Jordan session! Reset. Refocus. Reignite. the Jordan way!
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Assessments-Data-Accountability, Culturally Responsive Practices, Increased Rigor, Standards Aligned Instruction, Student-Centered Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)

Presenters: Sarah Huckbody | [email protected] | Assistant Principal
Location: Jordan High School Auditorium
Description: Required annual Safety and Security Training
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Operations, Safety, Security
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)

Presenters: Tomeka L. Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Director; Laverne Mattocks-Perry | [email protected] | Sr Exec Director
Location: Jordan High School Auditorium
Description: Review of the video required by Session Law 2023-128/HB 142 and discussion about expectations of student support services staff during the school-wide implementation.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Counselors, School Social Work, Student Wellness and Advocacy
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Social Workers, School Counselors

Presenters: Dr. Cherice Artis | [email protected] | K-12 School Counseling Coordinator; Tomeka Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Student Wellness and Advocacy Director; Gloria Sanchez | [email protected] | SEL Coordinator; Kafi Hill | [email protected] | Lead Social Worker; Ebony Ross | [email protected] | McKinney Vento Liaison
Location: Jordan High School Auditorium
Description: By the end of this session, participants will understand how to make legally, ethically, and professionally sound decisions in their daily work. They will strengthen their ability to manage risk through clear documentation, role clarity, and collaborative consultation.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Counselors, School Social Work
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: Social Workers, School Counselors

Presenters: Susan Stewart Taylor | [email protected] | Principal; Aiyanna Williams | [email protected] | Assistant Principal; Keaundra Robinson | [email protected] | Equity Leadership and Strategy Coordinator; Sara Huckbody | [email protected] | Assistant Principal of Instruction; Zachary Meredith | [email protected] | Interdepartmental Literacy Team Lead; Dr. Susan Mahlburg | [email protected] | Interdepartmental Literacy Team Member; Lisa Rubenstein | [email protected] | Interdepartmental Literacy Team Member; Emmalea Eaves | [email protected] | Interdepartmental Literacy Team Member
Location: Jordan High School Auditorium
Description: Join us as we launch the 2026-27 school year by reconnecting with the purpose of choosing Jordan High School and our commitment to supporting the whole child and whole teacher so that all students graduate on time and with options. Through our theme of Align, Act, Achieve, faculty and staff will explore our instructional priorities, engage with the Interdepartmental Literacy Team to learn about the Jordan High School Literacy Framework, and strengthen a shared understanding of the instructional practices that will drive student achievement this year. This session is required for all Jordan faculty and staff.
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content
Topic(s): Curriculum and Instruction, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Instructional Coaches, Instructional Assistants, Teachers

Presenters: Carmen Ramos | [email protected] | School Counselor; Jennifer Painter | [email protected] | ESL Department Leader; Briana Howard | [email protected] | Lead School Counselor; Christopher Norwood | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Jordan High School Auditorium
Description: This session will review teachers' roles and responsibilities in implementing 504 Plans, IEPs, and English Learner (EL) Plans. Participants will learn where to access student plans, understand expectations for implementing accommodations and participating in required meetings, and receive important Student Services updates for the 2026-27 school year. All certified staff are required to attend one of the two sessions.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): English Learner Services, Social Emotional, Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Teachers

Presenters: Briana Howard | [email protected] | Lead School Counselor; Carmen Ramos | [email protected] | School Counselor; Jennifer Painter | [email protected] | ESL Department Leader; Christopher Norwood | [email protected] | EC Facilitator
Location: Jordan High School Auditorium
Description: This session will review teachers' roles and responsibilities in implementing 504 Plans, IEPs, and English Learner (EL) Plans. Participants will learn where to access student plans, understand expectations for implementing accommodations and participating in required meetings, and receive important Student Services updates for the 2026-27 school year. All certified staff are required to attend one of the two sessions.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): English Learner Services, Social Emotional, Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: Teachers