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Board approves temporary athletic-trainer coverage amid hiring gap
Summary
Trustees approved using two in-house staff (Ryan Carson and Betsy) to cover concussion protocol and athletic-trainer duties on a prorated basis until a permanent trainer can be hired; the arrangement focuses on concussion protocols and does not replace medical care decisions.
The Siren School District board approved a temporary plan to have staff members Ryan Carson and Betsy provide athletic-trainer support and carry out concussion-protocol duties while the district continues to seek a permanent trainer.
Trustees were told the arrangement is intended primarily to ensure concussion protocols and related paperwork are handled at season start; families retain the ability to seek outside medical care for injuries. The board discussed prorated pay if a permanent trainer were hired midseason and confirmed the interim staff would be compensated for the additional duties.
A motion to approve the temporary coverage passed. Board members emphasized that this staffing solution is a stopgap to allow seasons to begin with concussion protocols in place.
Next steps: the district will continue recruitment for a permanent athletic trainer and administratively finalize the prorated compensation agreement for the interim staff.
