Fall 2026 Professional Development Week

Fall 2026 Professional Development Week (Aug. 31-Sept.3)
Mission Driven: The Insider Track
Navigate with purpose. Grow with confidence. Lead with impact.
Get on the inside track to workplace success! Join colleagues for Professional Development Week as we explore the policies, procedures, best practices, and professional skills that drive excellence at Community College of Philadelphia. Through engaging sessions and practical learning opportunities, you'll gain the knowledge, confidence, and tools to strengthen your impact, support student success, and help advance the College's mission and strategic priorities.
Monday (In Person)9 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
Tuesday (Virtual)9 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
Wednesday (Hybrid)9 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
Thursday (In Person)9 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
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9 a.m. to 11 a.m. (light refreshments will be served from 8:30 a.m. to 9 a.m.)
Opening Session-9 a.m.
*ASL services will be provided.
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9 a.m. to 12 p.m. 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
Assessment Awards Ceremony
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9 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Deans & Divison Meetings 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
New Employee Luncheon 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.
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8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Academic & Student Success Meeting 10:15 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Power Sessions
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11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Leaders Lunch (Invitation Only)
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11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
New FT Faculty Luncheon w/ Union Members |
12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
PD Week Closing Luncheon ft. Student Success Panel
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12 p.m. to 1 p.m. 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
New Faculty Orientation 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Power Sessions
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1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Power Sessions |
1 p.m. to 2 p.m. 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Team Building Activities
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Academic and Student Success Divisional Meetings |
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Dean/Associate Provost |
Meeting Date/Time |
| Shah | |
| Webber | |
| Rege | |
| Dupree | Sept. 2, 9AM-10:15AM |
| Robinson | Sept. 2, 1PM-3PM |
| Jacobson | |
| Sanders | |
| Rooney | |
Mission
The mission of Community College of Philadelphia's professional development efforts is to improve and sustain excellence in teaching and learning, and the professional growth of all employees through collegial, planned learning opportunities that support the strategic goals of the College.
Call for Proposals
Any questions or concerns, please contact a member of the PD Committee.
Professional Development Week
Professional Development week is held twice yearly at the College, in the Fall and Spring.
Faculty Resources
Educational Resources specifically for full-time faculty and adjunct faculty.
Professional Development Resources
Professional Development resources for all College employees, including administrators and staff.Upcoming Professional Development Sessions
August 31, 2026
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Opening Session
Event Location:8:30 AM to 11:00 AM -
Taste of Philly Power Break
Event Location:11:00 AM to 11:30 AM -
Student Success Panel Discussion
Event Location:11:30 AM to 12:30 PM -
New Faculty Orientation
Event Location:12:00 PM to 4:00 PM -
Active Shooter Training
Event Location: S2-0312:00 PM to 2:00 PM -
Power Sessions
Event Location:12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
September 1, 2026
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Assessment Tuesday
Event Location: Virtual9:00 AM to 1:00 PM -
New FT Faculty Luncheon w/ Union Members
Event Location:11:30 AM to 2:00 PM -
New FT Faculty Luncheon w/ Union
Event Location:12:00 PM to 1:00 PM -
Power Sessions
Event Location:1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
September 2, 2026
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Deans & Division Meetings
Event Location:9:00 AM to 10:30 AM -
Departmental Meetings
Event Location:10:30 AM to 12:00 PM -
New Employee Luncheon
Event Location: P2-0312:00 PM to 1:30 PM -
Program & Unit Meetings
Event Location:12:00 PM to 1:00 PM -
General Membership Union Meeting
Event Location:1:00 PM to 2:00 PM -
FT Faculty Union Meeting
Event Location:2:00 PM to 3:00 PM -
PT/VL Union Meeting
Event Location:3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
September 3, 2026
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Academic & Student Success Meeting
Event Location:8:30 AM to 10:00 AM -
Power Sessions
Event Location:10:15 AM to 12:00 PM -
PD Week Closing Luncheon
Event Location:12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
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