Board approves athletic trainer services at Huron and Skyline after staff explains cost increase

The board voted to approve staff's recommendation to continue contracted athletic trainer services at Huron and Skyline high schools. Staff explained the change between the first and second briefing: MedSport renegotiated athletic trainer compensation and the district added roughly 800 hours of trainer coverage across the two schools; staff said those two factors together explained the notable increase in the contract value (staff characterized the change in hours/cost as approximately a 60% increase in one portion of the services).

Trustees emphasized student safety and noted that the Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) requires trainer coverage; some trustees expressed concern about the cost but supported approval to ensure athlete safety. The motion to adopt the contract recommendation passed by roll call with six trustees voting yes and one trustee voting no.