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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.
Venue: W.G. Pearson Elementary School Media Center clear filter
Wednesday, August 20
 

8:30am EDT

DOK & More | Facilitated by W.G. Pearson Elementary School | W.G. Pearson Elementary School | W.G. Pearson Elementary School Media Center
LIMITED
Wednesday August 20, 2025 8:30am - 11:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Kendell Dorsey | [email protected] | Principal; Christy Hall | [email protected] | Asst Principal; Latissa Hampton | [email protected] | Principal Intern
Location: W.G. Pearson Elementary School Media Center
Description: We will analyze how to recognize and utilize DOK.
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, ELA
Topic(s): Increased Rigor, Standards Aligned Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Wednesday August 20, 2025 8:30am - 11:00am EDT
W.G. Pearson Elementary School Media Center
 
Wednesday, September 17
 

2:45pm EDT

Climate/Culture: Restorative Practices | Facilitated by W.G. Pearson Elementary School | W.G. Pearson Elementary School | W.G. Pearson Elementary School Media Center
LIMITED
Wednesday September 17, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Kendell Dorsey | [email protected] | Principal; Lanette Fain | [email protected] | Coach
Location: W.G. Pearson Elementary School Media Center
Description: Analyze behavior data to determine best steps for success and a healthy school climate Identify successful ways to minimize behaviors Understand the principles and structures of restorative practices to improve implementation Discuss how to have impactful parent conferences
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Culturally Responsive Practices, Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday September 17, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm EDT
W.G. Pearson Elementary School Media Center
 
Wednesday, December 10
 

1:00pm EST

W G Pearson Early Release Day | Explicit Teaching and More | Facilitated by W.G. Pearson Elementary School | W.G. Pearson Elementary School | W.G. Pearson Elementary School Media Center
Wednesday December 10, 2025 1:00pm - 3:15pm EST
Presenters: Kendell Dorsey | [email protected] | Principal; Christy Hall | [email protected] | Assistant Principal; Latissa Hampton | [email protected] | Principal Intern
Location: W.G. Pearson Elementary School Media Center
Description: Clarify utilization of curricular resources Utilize explicit teaching to meet the needs of all students
Subject Area(s): Mathematics, ELA
Topic(s): DPS Adopted Resources
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific), Teachers
Wednesday December 10, 2025 1:00pm - 3:15pm EST
W.G. Pearson Elementary School Media Center
 
Wednesday, February 4
 

1:00pm EST

W G Pearson Early Release Day | DOK and more | Facilitated by W.G. Pearson Elementary School | W.G. Pearson Elementary School | W.G. Pearson Elementary School Media Center
LIMITED
Wednesday February 4, 2026 1:00pm - 3:15pm EST
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Kendell Dorsey | [email protected] | Principal; Christy Hall | [email protected] | AP; Latissa Hampton | [email protected] | Principal Intern; Lanette Fain | [email protected] | Coach
Location: W.G. Pearson Elementary School Media Center
Description: We will look at strategies to strengthen DOK through questioning and response.
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content
Topic(s): Increased Rigor, Social Emotional
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Wednesday February 4, 2026 1:00pm - 3:15pm EST
W.G. Pearson Elementary School Media Center
 
Wednesday, April 29
 

1:00pm EDT

WG Pearson Early Release Day | EVAAS and Wellness | Facilitated by W.G. Pearson Elementary School | W.G. Pearson Elementary School | W.G. Pearson Elementary School Media Center
Wednesday April 29, 2026 1:00pm - 3:15pm EDT
Presenters: Kendell Dorsey | [email protected] | Principal; Christy Hall | [email protected] | Assistant Principal
Location: W.G. Pearson Elementary School Media Center
Description: Staff will complete EVAAS roster verification and then participate in some collaborative wellness activities,
Subject Area(s): *None (Non-Instructional)
Topic(s): Operations, Social Emotional, Team Building
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Instructional Assistants, Teachers
Wednesday April 29, 2026 1:00pm - 3:15pm EDT
W.G. Pearson Elementary School Media Center
 
Monday, July 13
 

10:30am EDT

We Think, We Learn, We Grow | Facilitated by W.G. Pearson Elementary School | W.G. Pearson Elementary School | W.G. Pearson Elementary School Media Center
LIMITED
Monday July 13, 2026 10:30am - 12:15pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Kendell Dorsey | [email protected] | Principal; Christy Hall | [email protected] | Assistant Principal; Lanette Fain | [email protected] | Coach
Location: W.G. Pearson Elementary School Media Center
Description: Welcome back staff meeting - discussion goals and vision for the 2026-27 school year
Subject Area(s): Strategy-Based for any content
Topic(s): MTSS
Targeted Instructional Grades: Pre-K, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: All Roles (Non-Specific)
Monday July 13, 2026 10:30am - 12:15pm EDT
W.G. Pearson Elementary School Media Center
 
Tuesday, July 14
 

1:45pm EDT

KO26-Teaching the UFLI Way: Strategies for Effective Implementation | Facilitated by Curriculum and Instruction | Open District-Wide | W.G. Pearson Elementary School Media Center
LIMITED
Tuesday July 14, 2026 1:45pm - 3:15pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Amanda Hoffman | [email protected] | ELS
Location: W.G. Pearson Elementary School Media Center
Description: Teachers will gain a deep understanding of each UFLI step, how to teach it, and how each step positively impacts foundational reading skills.
Subject Area(s): ELA
Topic(s): DPS Adopted Resources, Standards Aligned Instruction
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade
Targeted Roles: Instructional Coaches, Instructional Assistants, Teachers
Tuesday July 14, 2026 1:45pm - 3:15pm EDT
W.G. Pearson Elementary School Media Center
 
Friday, July 17
 

8:30am EDT

HMH Structured Literacy Intro | Facilitated by Curriculum and Instruction | Open District-Wide | W.G. Pearson Elementary School Media Center
LIMITED
Friday July 17, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Amanda Hoffman | [email protected] | ELS
Location: W.G. Pearson Elementary School Media Center
Description: Teachers and/or Instructional Assistants will learn the structure and organization of HMH Structured Literacy and learn how to teach each element to provide Core Phonics Instruction using district approved HQIM.
Subject Area(s): ELA
Topic(s): Curriculum and Instruction, Standards Aligned Instruction, Student-Centered Learning
Targeted Instructional Grades: 1st Grade, Kindergarten, 2nd Grade
Targeted Roles: Instructional Assistants, Teachers
Friday July 17, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am EDT
W.G. Pearson Elementary School Media Center
 


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