D5TOGETHER

Registration will open in mid-late July. Schedules are subject to change.

You will be able to validate your attendance (Check-In to sessions) using your personal schedule.

10:00am EDT

Awareness: Sex Trafficking 101

Friday July 31, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Established in 2012 in Greenville County, Switch is a grassroots, non-profit organization fighting sex trafficking in Upstate communities by shining a light on exploitation and offering restoration to survivors. Switch provides five areas of outreach: Awareness, Prevention, Demand, Intervention, and Restoration. Since Switch's inception, 400 individuals have received assistance through intervention and restoration services. Greenville and Spartanburg counties rank in the top 5 counties in South Carolina for sex trafficking and exploitation. This issue cannot be ignored.

Speakers

Theresa Perry

Switch

Friday July 31, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT
3317

General Information

Session Focus Trauma Informed Practices
Grade Level High (9-12), Middle (6-8)
Subject CTE, English Language Arts, Fine Arts, Mathematics, Modern Language, Multilingual Learners, Performing Arts, Physical Education, Science, Social Studies, Special Education, STEM
Role Directors, Instructional Coaches, Instructional Technology Coaches, Interventionists, Mental Health Therapists, Nurses, Parent Educators, School Administrators, School Counselors, School Psychologists, Teachers, Teachers Assistants, Support Staff

10:00am EDT

Bookkeeper Training - Part 1

Friday July 31, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Annual update and review of procedures for bookkeepers.

Speakers

Kacey Austin

Procurement Officer, District Office

Penny Dininny

Chief Financial Officer, District Office

Kelly Newman

Director of Finance, District Office

Friday July 31, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT
2212

General Information

Session Focus Operations & Support Staff
Role Bookkeepers

10:00am EDT

Clean Data Starts at the Front Desk: PowerSchool Enrollment & SIS Best Practices

Friday July 31, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

This session is designed for PowerSchool secretaries and front office staff focused on maintaining accurate student data. Participants will learn how to review parent-entered information in PowerSchool Enrollment, verify uploaded documents such as proof of residency, and identify common errors before data is imported into PowerSchool SIS. We will also explore how to use Level Data to check for and correct data issues, and wrap up with practical PowerSchool tips and tricks to improve efficiency and keep your data clean.

Speakers

Sarah Cleveland

PowerSchool Administrator, District Office

Friday July 31, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT
1323

General Information, PowerSchool

Session Focus Other
Grade Level Early Elementary (Pre-K - 2), Elementary (3 -5), High (9-12), Middle (6-8)
Role PowerSchool Secretaries

10:00am EDT

Getting Started the D5 Way

Friday July 31, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Attend this session to learn more about what makes Spartanburg Five unique. We'll explore how we do things in D5, the values and expectations that guide our work, and what professionalism looks like for educators in 2026. You'll leave with a better understanding of our culture, how to build strong relationships, and how to represent yourself and our district professionally.

Speakers

Ashley Williams

Coordinator of Induction and Mentoring, District Office

Friday July 31, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT
3352

General Information

Session Focus Other
Grade Level Early Elementary (Pre-K - 2), Elementary (3 -5), High (9-12), Middle (6-8)
Subject CTE, English Language Arts, Fine Arts, Mathematics, Modern Language, Multilingual Learners, Performing Arts, Physical Education, Science, Social Studies, Special Education, STEM
Role School Administrators, Teachers, Induction Teachers

10:00am EDT

My Teaching Certificate Expires This Year. What Do I Do?

Friday July 31, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

In this session, we will review the requirements and procedures for renewing a South Carolina Teaching Certificate. Other topics to be addressed are the formative evaluation process and how the EAA affects teacher licensure and renewals.

Speakers

Matt Wofford

Coordinator of Training and Teacher Quality, District Office

Friday July 31, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT
1301

General Information

Session Focus Other
Grade Level Early Elementary (Pre-K - 2), Elementary (3 -5), High (9-12), Middle (6-8)
Subject CTE, English Language Arts, Fine Arts, Mathematics, Modern Language, Specialized Instruction & Support, Social Studies, Special Education, Science, Performing Arts, PCD, Multilingual Learners
Role Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Math Coaches, ML Teachers, School Administrators, Teachers

11:00am EDT

Bookkeeper Training - Part 2

Friday July 31, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Annual update and review of procedures for bookkeepers.

Speakers

Kacey Austin

Procurement Officer, District Office

Penny Dininny

Chief Financial Officer, District Office

Kelly Newman

Director of Finance, District Office

Friday July 31, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am EDT
2212

General Information

Session Focus Operations & Support Staff
Role Bookkeepers

11:00am EDT

Getting Started the D5 Way

Friday July 31, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Attend this session to learn more about what makes Spartanburg Five unique. We'll explore how we do things in D5, the values and expectations that guide our work, and what professionalism looks like for educators in 2026. You'll leave with a better understanding of our culture, how to build strong relationships, and how to represent yourself and our district professionally.

Speakers

Ashley Williams

Coordinator of Induction and Mentoring, District Office

Friday July 31, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am EDT
3352

General Information

Session Focus Other
Grade Level Early Elementary (Pre-K - 2), Elementary (3 -5), High (9-12), Middle (6-8)
Subject CTE, English Language Arts, Fine Arts, Mathematics, Modern Language, Multilingual Learners, Performing Arts, Physical Education, Science, Social Studies, Special Education, STEM
Role School Administrators, Teachers, Induction Teachers

11:00am EDT

Reports and MORE

Friday July 31, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Get ready for the new school year with practical PowerSchool Admin tips, time-saving tricks, and hands-on reporting strategies using the PSCB DEV Reports. This session is designed for PowerSchool Admin users who want to explore efficient workflows, learn how to navigate and run PSCB DEV reports, and discover best practices for supporting schools and district operations throughout the year.

Speakers

Sarah Cleveland

PowerSchool Administrator, District Office

Friday July 31, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am EDT
1323

General Information, PowerSchool

Session Focus Operations & Support Staff
Grade Level Early Elementary (Pre-K - 2), Elementary (3 -5), High (9-12), Middle (6-8)
Role School Administrators

11:00am EDT

Setting the Stage for Success

Friday July 31, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am EDT

Fine Arts Center (2540)

Limited Capacity seats available

The Fine Arts Center is a shared space that supports learning, creativity, performance, and student growth across District 5. This session will help staff understand how to effectively use the facility by reviewing scheduling procedures, supervision expectations, technical support processes, and operational guidelines. Together, we can create a positive and professional experience for every student and program that uses the Fine Arts Center.

Speakers

Austin Sanders

Coordinator of Media and A/V Systems, District Office

Friday July 31, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am EDT
Fine Arts Center (2540)

General Information

Session Focus Other
Grade Level Early Elementary (Pre-K - 2), Elementary (3 -5), High (9-12), Middle (6-8)
Subject Fine Arts, Performing Arts
Role Teachers, School Administrators

12:00pm EDT

Awareness: Sex Trafficking 101

Friday July 31, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Established in 2012 in Greenville County, Switch is a grassroots, non-profit organization fighting sex trafficking in Upstate communities by shining a light on exploitation and offering restoration to survivors. Switch provides five areas of outreach: Awareness, Prevention, Demand, Intervention, and Restoration. Since Switch's inception, 400 individuals have received assistance through intervention and restoration services. Greenville and Spartanburg counties rank in the top 5 counties in South Carolina for sex trafficking and exploitation. This issue cannot be ignored.

Speakers

Theresa Perry

Switch

Friday July 31, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm EDT
3317

General Information

Session Focus Trauma Informed Practices
Grade Level High (9-12), Middle (6-8)
Subject CTE, English Language Arts, Fine Arts, Mathematics, Modern Language, Multilingual Learners, Performing Arts, Physical Education, Science, Social Studies, Special Education, STEM
Role Directors, Instructional Coaches, Instructional Technology Coaches, Interventionists, Mental Health Therapists, Nurses, Parent Educators, School Administrators, School Counselors, School Psychologists, Teachers, Teachers Assistants, Support Staff

1:00pm EDT

Awareness: Sex Trafficking 101

Friday July 31, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Established in 2012 in Greenville County, Switch is a grassroots, non-profit organization fighting sex trafficking in Upstate communities by shining a light on exploitation and offering restoration to survivors. Switch provides five areas of outreach: Awareness, Prevention, Demand, Intervention, and Restoration. Since Switch's inception, 400 individuals have received assistance through intervention and restoration services. Greenville and Spartanburg counties rank in the top 5 counties in South Carolina for sex trafficking and exploitation. This issue cannot be ignored.

Speakers

Theresa Perry

Switch

Friday July 31, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
3317

General Information

Session Focus Trauma Informed Practices
Grade Level High (9-12), Middle (6-8)
Subject CTE, English Language Arts, Fine Arts, Mathematics, Modern Language, Multilingual Learners, Performing Arts, Physical Education, Science, Social Studies, Special Education, STEM
Role Directors, Instructional Coaches, Instructional Technology Coaches, Interventionists, Mental Health Therapists, Nurses, Parent Educators, School Administrators, School Counselors, School Psychologists, Teachers, Teachers Assistants, Support Staff

1:00pm EDT

D5 Bullying Prevention: What Staff Need to Know

Friday July 31, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

This session provides a clear overview of District Five’s approach to bullying prevention, reporting, and response, helping staff develop a shared understanding of expectations across schools. Participants will gain clarity on what constitutes bullying versus peer conflict, what prevention is expected at the school level, and how reporting and documentation processes work in practice. Open to counselors, teachers, and administrators, this session is especially valuable for those new to the district or profession who need a strong foundation in how D5 supports safe and positive school environments.

Speakers

Jeff Jenkins

Director of Federal/Gifted Programs and School Counselors, District Office

Friday July 31, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
2212

General Information

Session Focus Other
Grade Level Early Elementary (Pre-K - 2), Elementary (3 -5), High (9-12), Middle (6-8)
Role School Counselors

1:00pm EDT

Exploring the New Interface of Incident Management

Friday July 31, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Learn how to confidently use the redesigned Incident Management tools in PowerSchool. This course walks participants through the updated layout, incident completion process, and improved navigation features designed to save time and enhance user experience.

Speakers

Sarah Cleveland

PowerSchool Administrator, District Office

Friday July 31, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
1323

General Information

Session Focus Operations & Support Staff
Grade Level Early Elementary (Pre-K - 2), Elementary (3 -5)
Role PowerSchool Secretaries, School Administrators

1:00pm EDT

Timekeeping Management and Approvals

Friday July 31, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Administration of timekeeping including electronic timekeeping and paper timesheets.

Speakers

Kelly Newman

Director of Finance, District Office

Caroline Peeler

Payroll Coordinator, District Office

Tonya Bridwell

Payroll Clerk, District Office

Friday July 31, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
2216

General Information

Session Focus Operations & Support Staff
Role School Administrators, Absence Management Administrators

2:00pm EDT

Awareness: Sex Trafficking 101

Friday July 31, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Established in 2012 in Greenville County, Switch is a grassroots, non-profit organization fighting sex trafficking in Upstate communities by shining a light on exploitation and offering restoration to survivors. Switch provides five areas of outreach: Awareness, Prevention, Demand, Intervention, and Restoration. Since Switch's inception, 400 individuals have received assistance through intervention and restoration services. Greenville and Spartanburg counties rank in the top 5 counties in South Carolina for sex trafficking and exploitation. This issue cannot be ignored.

Speakers

Theresa Perry

Switch

Friday July 31, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT
3317

General Information

Session Focus Trauma Informed Practices
Grade Level High (9-12), Middle (6-8)
Subject CTE, English Language Arts, Fine Arts, Mathematics, Modern Language, Multilingual Learners, Performing Arts, Physical Education, Science, Social Studies, Special Education, STEM
Role Directors, Instructional Coaches, Instructional Technology Coaches, Interventionists, Mental Health Therapists, Nurses, Parent Educators, School Administrators, School Counselors, School Psychologists, Teachers, Teachers Assistants, Support Staff

2:00pm EDT

District Five Sick Leave Bank Board Meeting

Friday July 31, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

The July meeting of the District Five Sick Leave Bank Board.

Speakers

Robert Jackson

Director of Human Resources, District Office

Friday July 31, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT
1323

General Information

Session Focus Other

2:00pm EDT

FMLA and Sick Bank Leave for Managers

Friday July 31, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

FMLA and Sick Bank Leave for Managers will provide timely updates on the District's FMLA policy and procedures as well as cover the new Sick Bank policy and procedures.

Speakers

Kelly Newman

Director of Finance, District Office

Robert Jackson

Director of Human Resources, District Office

Friday July 31, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT
2216

General Information

Session Focus Operations & Support Staff
Role School Administrators, Directors, Operations Department Heads

2:00pm EDT

My Teaching Certificate Expires This Year. What Do I Do?

Friday July 31, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

In this session, we will review the requirements and procedures for renewing a South Carolina Teaching Certificate. Other topics to be addressed are the formative evaluation process and how the EAA affects teacher licensure and renewals.

Speakers

Matt Wofford

Coordinator of Training and Teacher Quality, District Office

Friday July 31, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT
1301

General Information

Session Focus Other
Grade Level Early Elementary (Pre-K - 2), Elementary (3 -5), High (9-12), Middle (6-8)
Subject CTE, English Language Arts, Fine Arts, Mathematics, Modern Language, Specialized Instruction & Support, Social Studies, Special Education, Science, Performing Arts, PCD, Multilingual Learners
Role Instructional Coaches, Interventionists, Math Coaches, ML Teachers, School Administrators, Teachers

2:00pm EDT

Student Transportation Information

Friday July 31, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

This presentation will provide an in-depth look at the various functions Traversa offers to all end users.

Speakers

Drew Sloan

Director of Transportation, District Office

Friday July 31, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT
1321

General Information

Session Focus Operations & Support Staff
Grade Level Early Elementary (Pre-K - 2), Elementary (3 -5), High (9-12), Middle (6-8)
Role School Administrators, Support Staff

2:00pm EDT

Teacher Forum Meeting

Friday July 31, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT

Limited Capacity seats available

This session is a business meeting for all current Teacher Forum members. This includes Teachers of the Year from the past 2 years and Executive Committee members. We will be discussing fundraisers that begin immediately and establishing our committees for the year.

Speakers

Lorie Goode

Art Teacher, River Ridge Elementary

Brandon Haskins

Special Education Teacher, D.R. Hill Middle

Friday July 31, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT
1309

General Information

Session Focus Other
Role Teacher Forum Members