Durham Public Schools PL: Full Schedule

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.

If you are looking for on-demand PL, click here to view the DPS Asynchronous PL Course Catalog.

8:00am EDT

SSES EC PLC | Facilitated by Southern School of Energy and Sustainability | Exceptional Children; Southern School of Energy and Sustainability | Southern School of Energy and Sustainability Media Center

Tuesday September 16, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT

Southern School of Energy and Sustainability Media Center

Presenters: Dr. Latoia Valentine | [email protected] | Asst. Principal
Location: Southern School of Energy and Sustainability Media Center
Description: Exceptional Children PLC Meeting
Subject Area(s): Occupational Course of Study, Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Instructional Assistants, Teachers

Tuesday September 16, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Southern School of Energy and Sustainability Media Center

Occupational Course of Study, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade | Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.), 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade

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8:00am EDT

SSES September Faculty Professional Learning | Facilitated by Southern School of Energy and Sustainability | Southern School of Energy and Sustainability | Southern School of Energy and Sustainability Media Center

Tuesday September 30, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT

Southern School of Energy and Sustainability Media Center

Presenters: Heidi Perez | [email protected] | District Literacy Specialist
Location: Southern School of Energy and Sustainability Media Center
Description: This session, led by district C & I, will focus on deepening understanding of explicit teaching.
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content
Topic(s): Increased Rigor, Standards Aligned Instruction, Student-Centered Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)

Tuesday September 30, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Southern School of Energy and Sustainability Media Center

Strategy-Based for any content, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade

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2:45pm EDT

SSES October Early Release PD | Facilitated by Southern School of Energy and Sustainability | Southern School of Energy and Sustainability | Southern School of Energy and Sustainability Media Center

Wednesday October 8, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT

Southern School of Energy and Sustainability Media Center

Presenters: Raelysha Butler James | [email protected] | Instructional Coach
Location: Southern School of Energy and Sustainability Media Center
Description: During this session we will continue our exploration of Webb's DOK and questioning, and increase our understanding of how we can best apply this in our instruction.
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content
Topic(s): Curriculum and Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers

Wednesday October 8, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
Southern School of Energy and Sustainability Media Center

Strategy-Based for any content, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade

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8:00am EDT

October Faculty Meeting PD | Facilitated by Southern School of Energy and Sustainability | Southern School of Energy and Sustainability | Southern School of Energy and Sustainability Media Center

Tuesday October 28, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT

Southern School of Energy and Sustainability Media Center

Presenters: Wendi Love | [email protected] | Secondary ESL Facilitator
Location: Southern School of Energy and Sustainability Media Center
Description: Ongoing training on best practices to support ML learners
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content
Topic(s): English Learner Services
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers

Tuesday October 28, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Southern School of Energy and Sustainability Media Center

Strategy-Based for any content, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade

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2:30pm EST

SSES December ERD PD: Using Panorama to Support Student Intervention | Facilitated by Southern School of Energy and Sustainability | Southern School of Energy and Sustainability | Southern School of Energy and Sustainability Media Center

Wednesday December 10, 2025 2:30pm - 3:15pm EST

Southern School of Energy and Sustainability Media Center

Presenters: Philip Boayue | [email protected] | Assistant Principal; Rebekah Rutherford | [email protected] | Testing Coordinator
Location: Southern School of Energy and Sustainability Media Center
Description: This session will provide a review of using the data in Panorama, and will also revisit setting up and monitoring intervention plans using Panorama.
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)

Wednesday December 10, 2025 2:30pm - 3:15pm EST
Southern School of Energy and Sustainability Media Center

Strategy-Based for any content, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade

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2:30pm EST

SSES February 4th Professional Learning | Facilitated by Southern School of Energy and Sustainability | Southern School of Energy and Sustainability | Southern School of Energy and Sustainability Media Center

LIMITED

Wednesday February 4, 2026 2:30pm - 4:30pm EST

Southern School of Energy and Sustainability Media Center

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Philip Boayue | [email protected] | MTSS Coorninator; Brandon Hodges | [email protected] | Principal
Location: Southern School of Energy and Sustainability Media Center
Description: During this session staff will review using Panorama and utilizing data to support student learning. In addition, we will provide the required ICE training.
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)

Wednesday February 4, 2026 2:30pm - 4:30pm EST
Southern School of Energy and Sustainability Media Center

Strategy-Based for any content, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade

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8:00am EST

SSES February Professional Learning | Facilitated by Southern School of Energy and Sustainability | Southern School of Energy and Sustainability | Southern School of Energy and Sustainability Media Center

LIMITED

Tuesday February 24, 2026 8:00am - 9:00am EST

Southern School of Energy and Sustainability Media Center

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Raelysha Butler James | [email protected] | Instructional Coach
Location: Southern School of Energy and Sustainability Media Center
Description: During this session staff will practice unpacking standards and lesson planning utilizing the district Standards Examination for DOK and Explicit Teaching tool.
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content
Topic(s): Curriculum and Instruction, Standards Aligned Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific), Teachers

Tuesday February 24, 2026 8:00am - 9:00am EST
Southern School of Energy and Sustainability Media Center

Strategy-Based for any content, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade

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2:30pm EDT

SSES April 29 Staff Professional Learning | Facilitated by Southern School of Energy and Sustainability | Southern School of Energy and Sustainability | Southern School of Energy and Sustainability Media Center

LIMITED

Wednesday April 29, 2026 2:30pm - 4:30pm EDT

Southern School of Energy and Sustainability Media Center

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Melissa Watson | [email protected] | Director of Student Alternatives and Supports
Location: Southern School of Energy and Sustainability Media Center
Description: The required Section 504 training is designed to ensure all staff understand their legal responsibilities, maintain compliance with federal requirements, and effectively implement accommodations with fidelity. The session will build staff capacity to recognize the purpose and scope of Section 504, apply plans consistently in daily practice, and leverage accommodations to remove barriers and support positive outcomes for scholars.
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)

Wednesday April 29, 2026 2:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Southern School of Energy and Sustainability Media Center

Strategy-Based for any content, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade

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