Durham Public Schools PL

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.

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

9:00am EDT

Building SEL Foundations for Safer Schools | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center

Tuesday July 8, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT

Staff Development Center

Presenters: Dr. Gradesa Lockhart | [email protected] | Director STOP Grant
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: This session equips educators with a clear understanding of Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and its connection to Restorative Practices. Participants will define SEL, explore the five core competencies in practice, and learn how to use SEL to identify and respond to student needs. The session includes pre/post assessments and practical strategies that support school safety and student well-being.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)

Tuesday July 8, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Staff Development Center

*None (Non-Instructional), MTSS

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9:00am EDT

Integrating Restorative Practices, SEL, and Trauma-Informed Leadership | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center

Thursday July 31, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT

Staff Development Center

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Dr. Gradesa Lockhart | [email protected] | Director STOP Violence Grant
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: This session will deepen school leaders’ understanding of stress and trauma, their impact on student well-being, and their prevalence in K–12 settings. Participants will explore how trauma affects brain development, sensory processing, and behavior, and will examine the long-term physical and mental health impacts. Participants will understand the role of restorative practices in responding to trauma and rebuilding relationships in school communities. Pre- and post-assessments will measure growth, with a focus on applying trauma-informed strategies to support safer, more responsive school environments.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)

Thursday July 31, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Staff Development Center

*None (Non-Instructional), MTSS

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2:00pm EDT

CISS: Initial Goal Setting | Facilitated by School Leadership | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center

Monday August 4, 2025 2:00pm - 5:00pm EDT

Staff Development Center

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Chanel Sidbury | [email protected] | Facilitator; Ashley Stephens | [email protected] | Facilitator
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: A work session with school leadership teams and central services staff to reflect on prior year data, set goals, and priorities for the year. This ensures there is clear alignment between district and school goals.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 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: Assistant Principals, Principals

Monday August 4, 2025 2:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center

*None (Non-Instructional), Leadership

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12:00pm EDT

CISS: Initial Goal Setting | Facilitated by School Leadership | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center

Tuesday August 5, 2025 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT

Staff Development Center

Limited Capacity filling up

Presenters: Chanel Sidbury | [email protected] | Facilitator; Ashley Stephens | [email protected] | Facilitator
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: A work session with school leadership teams and central services staff to reflect on prior year data, set goals, and priorities for the year. This ensures there is clear alignment between district and school goals.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 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: Assistant Principals, Principals

Tuesday August 5, 2025 12:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center

*None (Non-Instructional), Leadership

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8:30am EDT

CISS: Initial Goal Setting | Facilitated by School Leadership | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center

Monday August 18, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am EDT

Staff Development Center

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Chanel Sidbury | [email protected] | Facilitator; Ashley Stephens | [email protected] | Facilitator
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: A work session with school leadership teams and central services staff to reflect on prior year data, set goals, and priorities for the year. This ensures there is clear alignment between district and school goals.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 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: Assistant Principals, Principals

Monday August 18, 2025 8:30am - 11:30am EDT
Staff Development Center

*None (Non-Instructional), Leadership

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2:00pm EDT

CISS: Initial Goal Setting | Facilitated by School Leadership | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center

Wednesday August 20, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT

Staff Development Center

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Chanel Sidbury | [email protected] | Facilitator; Ashley Stephens | [email protected] | Facilitator
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: A work session with school leadership teams and central services staff to reflect on prior year data, set goals, and priorities for the year. This ensures there is clear alignment between district and school goals.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 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: Assistant Principals, Principals

Wednesday August 20, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center

*None (Non-Instructional), Leadership

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1:00pm EDT

SLP PD #3 | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children | Staff Development Center

Monday September 8, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT

Staff Development Center

Presenters: Rachel Ogonowski | [email protected] | Assistant Lead SLP; Carey Eaton | [email protected] | Lead SLP
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: TBD
Subject Area(s): Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 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: Speech Language Pathologists

Monday September 8, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center

Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.), Pre-K, 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

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12:30pm EDT

District Magnet Coordinators Meeting | Facilitated by Magnet Programs | Career Technical Education; Magnet Programs | Staff Development Center

Monday September 15, 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm EDT

Staff Development Center

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Kelly Bush | [email protected] | Presenter; Rita Rathbone | [email protected] | Presenter; Kengie Bass | [email protected] | Presenter
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: Monthly PD for those tasked with marketing, recruitment, and lottery work
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Leadership, Communication Skills
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional), Leadership
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)

Monday September 15, 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Staff Development Center

*None (Non-Instructional), Leadership, Communication Skills

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1:00pm EDT

Career Counseling for School Counselors | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center

Monday September 15, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT

Staff Development Center

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Darian Harris | [email protected] | CTE Director; Rosalind Garmon | [email protected] | CTE Equity Specialist; Cherice Artis | [email protected] | K-12 School Counselor Coordinator; Tomeka Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Student Wellness and Advocacy Director
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: This workshop explores the vital role school counselors play in supporting students’ career development and readiness. Participants will learn strategies for integrating career counseling into individual, small-group, and classroom settings, and will examine ways to collaborate effectively with the Career and Technical Education department. The session will also provide practical guidance for helping students complete meaningful Career Development Plans, ensuring they set achievable goals and take actionable steps toward their postsecondary aspirations. Through discussion and hands-on activities, counselors will leave equipped to enhance career guidance and support every student in planning for future success.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Counselors
Targeted Instructional Grades: 5th Grade, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: School Counselors

Monday September 15, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center

*None (Non-Instructional), School Counselors

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8:30am EDT

SIOP Round 1, Day 1/3 | Facilitated by English as a Second Language | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center

Monday September 29, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT

Staff Development Center

Limited Capacity filling up

Presenters: Sashi Rayasam | [email protected] | Director- English Learner Services; Wendi Love | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Secondary; Katie McClure | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Elementary
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: Participants will learn instructional strategies to teach English Learners in their classroom environment. Strategies can be used in any grade level and content area. PLEASE NOTE: SIOP training is spread over three days, with time between each training to apply strategies learned. Please sign up for all three days of the SIOP round to receive CEUs and credit for attending. For full credit, you should also sign up for SIOP Round 1, Day 1/3 and SIOP Round 1, Day 2/3.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, English Learner Services, Increased Rigor, Assessment for Learning, Equity, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, Standards Aligned Instruction, Student-Centered Learning
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: Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Mentors, Teachers

Monday September 29, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Staff Development Center

8:00am EDT

Elementary Literacy Curriculum Map Revision Phase 2 | Facilitated by Curriculum and Instruction | Curriculum and Instruction | Staff Development Center

Wednesday October 8, 2025 8:00am - 3:00pm EDT

Staff Development Center

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Alyssia Dais | [email protected] | Specialist; Julie Scott | [email protected] | Specialist; Amanda Hoffman | [email protected] | Specialist
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: Coaches and teachers from across the district will gather together to work on curriculum specific teams to revise Q3 and Q4 ELA Curriculum Maps for the 2025/2026 school year.
Subject Area(s): ELA
Topic(s): Curriculum and Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Instructional Coaches

Wednesday October 8, 2025 8:00am - 3:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center

ELA, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade

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8:30am EDT

SIOP Round 1, Day 2/3 | Facilitated by English as a Second Language | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center

Monday October 13, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT

Staff Development Center

Limited Capacity filling up

Presenters: Sashi Rayasam | [email protected] | Director- English Learner Services; Wendi Love | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Secondary; Katie McClure | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Elementary
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: Participants will learn instructional strategies to teach English Learners in their classroom environment. Strategies can be used in any grade level and content area. PLEASE NOTE: SIOP training is spread over three days, with time between each training to apply strategies learned. Please sign up for all three days of the SIOP round to receive CEUs and credit for attending. You should sign up for "SIOP Round 1, Day 1/3" and "SIOP Round 1, Day 3/3."
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, English Learner Services, Increased Rigor, Assessment for Learning, Equity, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, Standards Aligned Instruction, Student-Centered Learning
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: Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Mentors, Teachers

Monday October 13, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Staff Development Center

1:00pm EDT

SLP PD #4 | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children | Staff Development Center

Monday October 13, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT

Staff Development Center

Presenters: Rachel Ogonowski | [email protected] | Assistant Lead SLP; Carey Eaton | [email protected] | Lead SLP
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: TBD
Subject Area(s): Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 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: Speech Language Pathologists

Monday October 13, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center

Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.), Pre-K, 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

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8:30am EDT

October School Counselor Professional Development | Facilitated by Student Support Services | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center

Tuesday October 14, 2025 8:30am - 4:00pm EDT

Staff Development Center

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Cherice Artis | [email protected] | K-12 School Counseling Coordinator; Tomeka Ward-Satterfield | [email protected] | Student Wellness and Advocacy Director; Kourtney Royster | [email protected] | Whole School Wellbeing Specialist
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: The October School Counselor Meeting is designed to strengthen our shared commitment to student safety, well-being, and future readiness. Through interactive sessions on trauma-informed practices, data-driven progress monitoring, advocacy, mental health supports, and college and career readiness, counselors will develop and apply strategies that enhance equitable services, promote positive student outcomes, and drive continuous improvement across schools.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): School Counselors
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: School Counselors

Tuesday October 14, 2025 8:30am - 4:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center

*None (Non-Instructional), School Counselors

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2:00pm EDT

Required LEA Representative Training Module 1 Option A | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | School Leadership | Staff Development Center

Wednesday October 15, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT

Staff Development Center

Presenters: Dr. Kristin Bell | [email protected] | Presenter; Kenneth Hill | [email protected] | Presenter; Wendy Vavrousek | [email protected] | Presenter; Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Presenter; April Washington | [email protected] | Presenter
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: October Module 1: The Long and Winding Road: Are We There Yet? The state of EC in DPS/review of pitfalls and common mistakes For each module (1-2), approved school-based staff who have been identifed as LEA representatives and approved by the EC department should attend 1 session per module. There are 2 training date options per module, notated as option A or B. Please note that for Module 3 there is only 1 training date.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional), Leadership
Targeted Roles: Assistant Superintendents, Superintendents, Assistant Principals, Facilitators, Principals

Wednesday October 15, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center

*None (Non-Instructional), Exceptional Children

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2:00pm EDT

New LEA Representative Training Module 1 Option B | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | School Leadership | Staff Development Center

Wednesday October 22, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT

Staff Development Center

Presenters: Dr. Kristin Bell | [email protected] | Presenter; Kenneth Hill | [email protected] | Presenter; Wendy Vavrousek | [email protected] | Presenter; Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Presenter; April Washington | [email protected] | Presenter
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: October Module 1: The Long and Winding Road: Are We There Yet? The state of EC in DPS/review of pitfalls and common mistakes For each module (1-2), approved school-based staff who have been identifed as LEA representatives and approved by the EC department should attend 1 session per module. There are 2 training options per module, notated as option A or B. Please note that for Module 3 there is only 1 training date.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional), Leadership
Targeted Roles: Assistant Superintendents, Directors, Superintendents, Assistant Principals, Facilitators, Principals

Wednesday October 22, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center

*None (Non-Instructional), Exceptional Children

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8:30am EDT

SIOP Round 1, Day 3/3 | Facilitated by English as a Second Language | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center

Friday October 24, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT

Staff Development Center

Limited Capacity full

Presenters: Sashi Rayasam | [email protected] | Director- English Learner Services; Wendi Love | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Secondary; Katie McClure | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Elementary
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: Participants will learn instructional strategies to teach English Learners in their classroom environment. Strategies can be used in any grade level and content area. PLEASE NOTE: SIOP training is spread over three days, with time between each training to apply strategies learned. Please sign up for all three days of the SIOP round to receive CEUs and credit for attending. You should sign up for "SIOP Round 1, Day 1/3" and "SIOP, Round 1, Day 2/3."
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, English Learner Services, Increased Rigor, Assessment for Learning, Equity, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, Standards Aligned Instruction, Student-Centered Learning
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: Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Mentors, Teachers

Friday October 24, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Staff Development Center

8:30am EDT

SIOP Round 2, Day 1/3 | Facilitated by English as a Second Language | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center

Monday October 27, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT

Staff Development Center

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Sashi Rayasam | [email protected] | Director- English Learner Services; Wendi Love | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Secondary; Katie McClure | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Elementary
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: Participants will learn instructional strategies to teach English Learners in their classroom environment. Strategies can be used in any grade level and content area. PLEASE NOTE: SIOP training is spread over three days, with time between each training to apply strategies learned. Please sign up for all three days of the SIOP round to receive CEUs and credit for attending. You should also sign up for "SIOP Round 2, Day 2/3" and "SIOP, Round 2, Day 3/3."
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, English Learner Services, Increased Rigor, Assessment for Learning, Equity, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, Standards Aligned Instruction, Student-Centered Learning
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: Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Mentors, Teachers

Monday October 27, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Staff Development Center

8:00am EST

Elementary ESL Teacher PLCs | Facilitated by English as a Second Language | English as a Second Language | Staff Development Center

Friday November 7, 2025 8:00am - 10:00am EST

Staff Development Center

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Katelin McClure | [email protected] | Elementary EL Instructional Facilitator; Wendi Love | [email protected] | Secondary EL Instructional Facilitator
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: PLCs are designed to provide state and district updates to set the stage for the focus of the session. This session agenda is on Writing resources for ESL teachers to support ACCESS, Elementary Report Card updates and exploring the use of Snorkl, a district resource to provide speaking and writing practice and feedback to teachers and students.
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content
Topic(s): English Learner Services
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers

Friday November 7, 2025 8:00am - 10:00am EST
Staff Development Center

Strategy-Based for any content, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade

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8:30am EST

SIOP Round 2, Day 3/3 | Facilitated by English as a Second Language | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center

Monday November 17, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm EST

Staff Development Center

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Sashi Rayasam | [email protected] | Director- English Learner Services; Wendi Love | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Secondary; Katie McClure | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Elementary
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: Participants will learn instructional strategies to teach English Learners in their classroom environment. Strategies can be used in any grade level and content area. PLEASE NOTE: SIOP training is spread over three days, with time between each training to apply strategies learned. Please sign up for all three days of the SIOP round to receive CEUs and credit for attending. You should also sign up for "SIOP Round 2, Day 1/3" and "SIOP, Round 1, Day 2/3."
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, English Learner Services, Increased Rigor, Assessment for Learning, Equity, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, Standards Aligned Instruction, Student-Centered Learning
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: Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Mentors, Teachers

Monday November 17, 2025 8:30am - 3:30pm EST
Staff Development Center

2:00pm EST

New LEA Representative Training Module 2 Option B | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center

Wednesday November 19, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST

Staff Development Center

Presenters: Dr. Kristin Bell | [email protected] | Presenter; Kenneth Hill | [email protected] | Presenter; Wendy Vavrousek | [email protected] | Presenter; Krista Saunders | [email protected] | Presenter; April Washington | [email protected] | Presenter
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: November Module 2 Child Find: The intersection of MTSS, 504, and EC When and when not to refer/test For each module (1-2), approved school-based staff who have been identifed as LEA representatives and approved by the EC department should attend 1 session per module. There are 2 training options per module, notated as option A or B. Please note that for Module 3 there is only 1 training date.
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: *None (Non-Instructional)
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)

Wednesday November 19, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Staff Development Center

*None (Non-Instructional), Exceptional Children

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1:00pm EST

SLP PD #6 | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children | Staff Development Center

Monday December 8, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST

Staff Development Center

Presenters: Rachel Ogonowski | [email protected] | Assistant Lead SLP; Carey Eaton | [email protected] | Lead SLP
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: TBD
Subject Area(s): Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 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: Speech Language Pathologists

Monday December 8, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Staff Development Center

Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.), Pre-K, 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

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1:00pm EST

SLP PD #7 | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children | Staff Development Center

Monday January 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST

Staff Development Center

Presenters: Rachel Ogonowski | [email protected] | Assistant Lead SLP; Carey Eaton | [email protected] | Lead SLP
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: TBD
Subject Area(s): Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 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: Speech Language Pathologists

Monday January 12, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Staff Development Center

Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.), Pre-K, 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

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8:30am EST

SIOP Round 3, Day 1/3 | Facilitated by English as a Second Language | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center

Tuesday January 20, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm EST

Staff Development Center

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Sashi Rayasam | [email protected] | Director- English Learner Services; Wendi Love | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Secondary; Katie McClure | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Elementary
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: Participants will learn instructional strategies to teach English Learners in their classroom environment. Strategies can be used in any grade level and content area. PLEASE NOTE: SIOP training is spread over three days, with time between each training to apply strategies learned. Please sign up for all three days of the SIOP round to receive CEUs and credit for attending. You should also sign up for "SIOP Round 3, Day 2/3" and "SIOP, Round 3, Day 3/3."
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, English Learner Services, Increased Rigor, Assessment for Learning, Equity, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, Standards Aligned Instruction, Student-Centered Learning
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: Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Mentors, Teachers

Tuesday January 20, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm EST
Staff Development Center

8:30am EST

SIOP Round 3, Day 2/3 | Facilitated by English as a Second Language | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center

Friday January 30, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm EST

Staff Development Center

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Sashi Rayasam | [email protected] | Director- English Learner Services; Wendi Love | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Secondary; Katie McClure | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Elementary
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: Participants will learn instructional strategies to teach English Learners in their classroom environment. Strategies can be used in any grade level and content area. PLEASE NOTE: SIOP training is spread over three days, with time between each training to apply strategies learned. Please sign up for all three days of the SIOP round to receive CEUs and credit for attending. You should also sign up for "SIOP Round 3, Day 1/3" and "SIOP, Round 3, Day 3/3."
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, English Learner Services, Increased Rigor, Assessment for Learning, Equity, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, Standards Aligned Instruction, Student-Centered Learning
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: Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Mentors, Teachers

Friday January 30, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm EST
Staff Development Center

3:00pm EST

SEPs: Practice makes Purpose | Facilitated by Curriculum and Instruction | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center

Thursday February 12, 2026 3:00pm - 4:30pm EST

Staff Development Center

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Amanda Bowers | [email protected] | K-5 Science Specialist; Alyssia Dais | [email protected] | K-5 ELA Specialist
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: This professional learning session, "Science & Engineering Practices (SEPs): Practice Makes Purpose," is designed to help us shift from simply "doing" science to purposeful, practice-based instruction using our district resources.
Subject Area(s): Science
Topic(s): Curriculum and Instruction, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, Standards Aligned Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)

Thursday February 12, 2026 3:00pm - 4:30pm EST
Staff Development Center

Science, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade

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8:30am EST

SIOP Round 3, Day 3/3 | Facilitated by English as a Second Language | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center

Monday February 16, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm EST

Staff Development Center

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Sashi Rayasam | [email protected] | Director- English Learner Services; Wendi Love | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Secondary; Katie McClure | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Elementary
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: Participants will learn instructional strategies to teach English Learners in their classroom environment. Strategies can be used in any grade level and content area. PLEASE NOTE: SIOP training is spread over three days, with time between each training to apply strategies learned. Please sign up for all three days of the SIOP round to receive CEUs and credit for attending. You should also sign up for "SIOP Round 3, Day 1/3" and "SIOP, Round 3, Day 2/3."
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, English Learner Services, Increased Rigor, Assessment for Learning, Equity, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, Standards Aligned Instruction, Student-Centered Learning
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: Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Mentors, Teachers

Monday February 16, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm EST
Staff Development Center

8:30am EST

Secondary AIG PL Day | Facilitated by Advanced Academics-AIG | Advanced Academics-AIG | Staff Development Center

Monday February 23, 2026 8:30am - 2:30pm EST

Staff Development Center

Presenters: Laura Parrott | [email protected] | Director
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: AIG Specialists, Grades 6 - 12, monthly Professional Learning Day
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content
Topic(s): Advanced Academics-AIG, Increased Rigor, Social Emotional, Equity
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Specialists

Monday February 23, 2026 8:30am - 2:30pm EST
Staff Development Center

Strategy-Based for any content, 7th Grade, 9th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade

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8:30am EST

SIOP Round 4, Day 1/3 | Facilitated by English as a Second Language | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center

Monday March 2, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm EST

Staff Development Center

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Sashi Rayasam | [email protected] | Director- English Learner Services; Wendi Love | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Secondary; Katie McClure | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Elementary
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: Participants will learn instructional strategies to teach English Learners in their classroom environment. Strategies can be used in any grade level and content area. PLEASE NOTE: SIOP training is spread over three days, with time between each training to apply strategies learned. Please sign up for all three days of the SIOP round to receive CEUs and credit for attending. You should also sign up for "SIOP Round 4, Day 2/3" and "SIOP Round 4, Day 3/3."
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, English Learner Services, Increased Rigor, Assessment for Learning, Equity, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, Standards Aligned Instruction, Student-Centered Learning
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: Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Mentors, Teachers

Monday March 2, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm EST
Staff Development Center

8:30am EDT

SIOP Round 4, Day 2/3 | Facilitated by English as a Second Language | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center

Monday March 9, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT

Staff Development Center

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Sashi Rayasam | [email protected] | Director- English Learner Services; Wendi Love | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Secondary; Katie McClure | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Elementary
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: Participants will learn instructional strategies to teach English Learners in their classroom environment. Strategies can be used in any grade level and content area. PLEASE NOTE: SIOP training is spread over three days, with time between each training to apply strategies learned. Please sign up for all three days of the SIOP round to receive CEUs and credit for attending. You should also sign up for "SIOP Round 4, Day 1/3" and "SIOP Round 4, Day 3/3."
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, English Learner Services, Increased Rigor, Assessment for Learning, Equity, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, Standards Aligned Instruction, Student-Centered Learning
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: Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Mentors, Teachers

Monday March 9, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Staff Development Center

1:00pm EDT

SLP PD #9 | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children | Staff Development Center

Monday March 9, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT

Staff Development Center

Presenters: Rachel Ogonowski | [email protected] | Assistant Lead SLP; Carey Eaton | [email protected] | Lead SLP
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: TBD
Subject Area(s): Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 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: Speech Language Pathologists

Monday March 9, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center

Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.), Pre-K, 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

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1:00pm EDT

SLP PD #10 | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children | Staff Development Center

Monday April 13, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT

Staff Development Center

Presenters: Rachel Ogonowski | [email protected] | Assistant Lead SLP; Carey Eaton | [email protected] | Lead SLP
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: TBD
Subject Area(s): Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 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: Speech Language Pathologists

Monday April 13, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center

Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.), Pre-K, 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

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8:30am EDT

SIOP Round 4, Day 3/3 | Facilitated by English as a Second Language | Open District-Wide | Staff Development Center

Monday April 20, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT

Staff Development Center

Limited Capacity seats available

Presenters: Sashi Rayasam | [email protected] | Director- English Learner Services; Wendi Love | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Secondary; Katie McClure | [email protected] | EL Instructional Facilitator- Elementary
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: Participants will learn instructional strategies to teach English Learners in their classroom environment. Strategies can be used in any grade level and content area. PLEASE NOTE: SIOP training is spread over three days, with time between each training to apply strategies learned. Please sign up for all three days of the SIOP round to receive CEUs and credit for attending. You should also sign up for "SIOP Round 4, Day 1/3" and "SIOP Round 4, Day 2/3."
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, English Learner Services, Increased Rigor, Assessment for Learning, Equity, Reading‚ Writing‚ Thinking‚ Speaking‚ Listening, Standards Aligned Instruction, Student-Centered Learning
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: Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Mentors, Teachers

Monday April 20, 2026 8:30am - 3:30pm EDT
Staff Development Center

1:00pm EDT

SLP PD #11 | Facilitated by Exceptional Children | Exceptional Children | Staff Development Center

Monday May 11, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT

Staff Development Center

Presenters: Rachel Ogonowski | [email protected] | Assistant Lead SLP; Carey Eaton | [email protected] | Lead SLP
Location: Staff Development Center
Description: TBD
Subject Area(s): Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.)
Topic(s): Exceptional Children
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 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: Speech Language Pathologists

Monday May 11, 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Staff Development Center

Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.), Pre-K, 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

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