Durham Public Schools PL

Presenters: Amy Jenkins | [email protected] | TLC
Location: The School for Creative Studies Cybrary
Description: This session will focus on “quality over quantity” instructional planning using an explicit teaching approach. Teachers will learn a simple, repeatable lesson structure (objective/success criteria, modeling, guided practice, checks for understanding, independent practice, and aligned exit tickets) that can be applied across all content areas in grades 6–12. Participants will leave with a streamlined lesson plan for an upcoming class and practical strategies for prioritizing essential skills while reducing unnecessary workload and student confusion.
Subject Area(s): Arts, Global Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, CTE, ELA , Healthful Living
Topic(s): Increased Rigor, Standards Aligned Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers

Presenters: Amy Jenkins | [email protected] | TLC
Location: The School for Creative Studies Cybrary
Description: This session focuses on strengthening instructional structures during test prep by addressing the challenges of engagement, differentiation, and student accountability. Building from teacher-identified needs, participants will explore how a streamlined station rotation model can support more targeted instruction and active learning. Teachers will use dedicated planning time to design upcoming test prep lessons using clear, manageable structures that keep all students engaged. Emphasis will be placed on practical implementation, cross-content support, and creating consistent experiences for students throughout the school day. Participants will leave with a ready-to-use plan and a clear approach for the weeks ahead.
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content
Topic(s): Curriculum and Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 11th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade, 10th Grade, 12th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers