Durham Public Schools PL

Presenters: Evangela Richardson | [email protected] | Assistant Principal; Shavalia Ingram | [email protected] | Mental Health Specialist
Location: Lakeview School Gym
Description: The following faculty meeting will focus on PBIS and Family Engagement at Lakeview School. We will also discuss a mental health overview and how to conduct safety assessments as they relate to Lakeview.
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content
Topic(s): MTSS, 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)

Presenters: Tammi Siler-Hayes | [email protected] | Restorative Practice Coordinator; Shavalia Ingram | [email protected] | Mental Health Specialist; Wanda Ceres | [email protected] | High School Counselor
Location: Lakeview School Gym
Description: “Reset, Refocus, Reignite: Staff Wellness Day” is a rejuvenating professional development experience designed to support educators’ mental, emotional, and physical well-being. This session recognizes that healthy, grounded, and energized staff are essential to creating safe, supportive, and productive learning environments for students. Participants will engage in interactive wellness stations, mindfulness practices, and reflective activities centered on stress management, work-life balance, emotional regulation, and strategies for maintaining a positive mindset when working in high-needs or high-stress school settings.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Team Building, Communication Skills
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)

Presenters: Mr. Carl | [email protected] | Line Dancing Instrctor
Location: Lakeview School Gym
Description: Wellness Wednesday: Line Dancing for Lakeview Staff is an interactive and energizing professional development session designed to promote staff wellness, stress reduction, and community building through movement. Participants will engage in guided line dancing activities that support physical health, mental well-being, and positive staff morale. This session emphasizes the importance of self-care and wellness as essential components of sustaining effective teaching and leadership practices. No prior dance experience is required—just a willingness to move, have fun, and connect with colleagues.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Social Emotional, Team Building
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)