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Board approves athletic-training contract after discussion over rising costs

5760724 · September 12, 2025
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Cullman County Schools approved a contract to continue athletic trainer services with Encore; the district expects to pay about $20,000 per trainer on campus and discussed concerns about rising vendor costs and contract duration.

The Cullman County Schools Board of Education voted Sept. 11 to approve a request-for-proposal award for athletic-training services following board discussion about rising vendor costs and limited competition for bids.

Dr. Barnett recommended approval of the contract; the agenda summary and subsequent remarks said the district has used Encore (Encore Rehabilitation) for several years. District staff told the board that Encore informed the district…

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