National Athletic Trainers' Association
District One
Notes from Stoney
February 10, 2008
To: District One Membership
From: Jeff Stone
District One DirectorRe: Notes from Stoney- February, 2008
Hi Folks- There’s a lot happening at the State, District and National levels---please be aware of the following items, stay apprised on all websites and share info with your colleagues…all of us (certified athletic trainers and athletic training students alike) need to “cherish the past” and “embrace the future” and remain committed to our professional ideals and standards…our profession is only as strong as our members and the commitment we make every day…stay informed…and now, the list…
1. Get Well Wishes and Condolences
2. NATA Action- APTA
3. NATA Athletic Training Student and Young Professionals Committee
4. District One Executive Council Changes & Thanks
5. District One By-law changes
6. EATA By-law changes-
President-Elect Election
7. NATA By-law changes-
On-line Election in Spring
8. News from the EATA Meeting- 2008
9. Hit the Hill- 2008
10. US Lacrosse Facemask/Chin Guard issues
11. NATA Leadership Development Program
12. US Figure Skating- Brian FitzGerald
13. NATA- St. Louis 2008
14. Upcoming State Meetings & CATA Meeting
15. BOC- (P-Z) for 2008
16. Jack Cramer Scholarship for High School Students
17. College & University Athletic Trainers Award Nominations
18. 2008 NATA Multimedia Contest
19. Personal Financial Planning
20. ATOM March Social
1. Get Well Wishes and Condolences
I want to extend the get well wishes of the District to the following members who have had health issues since the first of the year, and are on the road to recovery:
Jim Bucciarelli- Middlesex Rehab- Watertown, MA
Frank Mastrangelo- Dexter School- Brookline, MA
Rob Burke- Milford High School- Milford, MA
Margie King- Plymouth State University- Plymouth, NHThe thoughts and prayers of the District are extended to the following members who have lost loved ones:
Jennifer Sturtevant- Malden High School/Lawrence Memorial Rehab- Medford, MA
Jen lost her mom, Christine Sturtevant to ovarian cancer in December, 2007, and wanted to honor her by making people aware of this severe type of cancerCarrie Graham- U. of Connecticut
Carrie lost her uncle, Dr. Eugene Terry, to throat cancer and Alzheimer’s in January, 2008.2. NATA Action- APTA
By now you’ve probably read about the lawsuit filed by NATA against the APTA and Orthopaedic Section of the APTA relating to APTA’s monopoly of the manual therapy market and other anti-competitive actions over the course of many years.
As athletic trainers, we must stand up and defend our right to practice. This action was taken by the NATA Board of Directors after careful consideration. We believe this lawsuit is necessary to protect the ability of certified athletic trainers to practice consistent with our competencies, scope of practice and licensure.
While we hope it will not occur, if there is workplace retaliation against ATs who work for physical therapists in PT clinics, outpatient and other rehab clinics, hospital clinics and other settings, we do ask you to immediately report any negative workplace circumstances to the NATA. This would include, for example, harassment, job demotion, termination, reduction of job responsibilities or reduced hours. You can report it to the “Fair Practice Hotline” by calling 800-TRY-NATA and ask for the Fair Practice Hotline. Or send an email to info@nata.org and put FAIR PRACTICE in the subject line.
We recognize that this lawsuit might place our dual-credentialed members in an awkward position. We also recognize that in many cases, there is no conflict between practitioners and colleagues in every day work settings because each knows and values what the other brings to the table. The conflict is primarily between the associations, their leadership and staffs.
NATA remains willing to meet with the APTA to discuss a resolution to these issues. NATA attempted to resolve these issues prior to filing the lawsuit, but the APTA was unwilling to seriously address the serious issues NATA raised.
Thank you for your support. I will provide additional information as it is made public.
3. NATA Athletic Training Student and Young Professionals CommitteesI have appointed Lauren Ziaks, a student at Northeastern University in Boston, MA as the District One representative to the newly-former Athletic Training Student Committee, and Matt Whalen, Assistant Athletic Trainer at Babson College in Wellesley, MA as the District One Representative of the newly-formed Young Professionals Committee. These appointments are pending the vote of the NATA Board of Directors. Congratulations Lauren and Matt!
4. District One Executive Council Changes & Thanks
I want to thank Gail Connolly for her tenure as District Treasurer. She has been the steward of her finances, and guided our investments well. She has handled her duties with diligence and finesse. Thanks for seven great years!
Congratulations to Paul Ullucci, as he assumes his duties as District Treasurer. He brings experience to the position, and he also the District One Rep for NATAPAC.
At the EATA District Meeting, we recognized several State Presidents whose terms have expired. Special thanks to Paul Roberti (Rhode Island); Diane Sartanowicz (Massachusetts); Neil Duval and Peter Thurber (New Hampshire); Matt St. Thomas (Connecticut) for their service to the District Executive Council.
We welcome the following new State Presidents to the Executive Council: Alan Segee (Rhode Island); Sue Guyer (Massachusetts); Tate Erickson (New Hampshire) and Tim Speicher (Connecticut).
5. District One By-law changes
The following by-law was voted favorably by the membership, but was not able to be enacted, because it did not have a two-thirds vote of the entire membership. At the District One meeting in Valley Forge, the membership present instructed the Executive Council to enact the by-law.
District One By-laws Article 10 section (a)These By-laws may be altered, amended, supplemented or repealed:
After changes submitted and approved by the Executive Council, are submitted to the members and approved by a two-thirds of the voting membership that are in attendance, at a District business meeting (provided that the proposed changes have appeared as a printed agenda item), or by a two-thirds of the returned ballots in a mail/electronic vote.6. EATA By-law changes-
President-Elect ElectionAt the EATA Business meeting in Valley Forge, a change was made in the EATA
by-laws, allowing elections for President-Elect to be by District when any District has won
two consecutive elections.What does this mean to District One? The upcoming election for EATA President-Elect
will consist of District One candidates only. This is a tremendous opportunity for anybody
looking to move up the leadership chain…
Elections will also be held for EATA Secretary (open to both District One and Two)…go to the EATA Website (www.goeata.org) to get nomination information.7. NATA By-law changes-
On-line Election in SpringFollowing a power point presentation at the District Executive Council and District Membership meetings showing the results of the Governance Task Force and the New NATA “Involve-Evolve” initiatives, it was the wishes of the Executive Council to bring the following NATA by-law changes to the entire District membership, instead of voting on these revisions at the District meeting…the by-laws to be changed are:
* To enlarge the presidential nominating committee to include all eligible
presidential candidates not seeking nomination. (This includes current and past board members going back four years from the time of nominations.) Those who have declared candidacy shall not serve on the nominations committee and shall not vote. Replacements for those individuals shall be selected from their respective District executive boards.
* To amend the NATA Bylaws to reflect the new term limits for district directors. Directors will serve one two-year, renewable once.
Note: Each district should update its Bylaws with the new limits.
* To change the NATA presidential term to a single three-year term.
Note: This will become effective after incoming President Albohm’s service.Out of 1650 certified athletic trainers in District One, and 155 were in attendance at Valley Forge, only 30 members attended the District meeting (2%)…Overall Athletic Training Students from District One out-numbered ATCs in Valley Forge (175-155)…
The District will post the power point on the web page on March 1st, as well as
Prospective by-law changes…on-line voting will take place in late May on the District One website, following State meetings, so results will be available at the June NATA Board of Directors Meeting…8. News from the EATA Meeting- 2008
Congratulations to the following members who received honors at the EATA meeting in Valley Forge:
EATA Scholarships:
Joseph Abraham Award, District 1 - Kristie Gagnon, Northeastern University EATA Carl Krein District I Scholarship - Rebekah Porter, University of New Hampshire Kerkor “Koko” Kassabian Award- James Lisowski, Springfield College
District One Charles Redmond Scholarship- Barbara Hemphill- Salem State College
ATOM Hall of Fame- Paul Grace and Brian FitzGerald
RIATA Hall of Fame- Dr. James Sullivan9. Hit the Hill- 2008
NATA members will again “Hit the Hill” and meet with legislators in Washington, DC on Monday, February 25th…certified athletic trainers and athletic training students are welcome to support our legislative initiatives…go to the NATA webpage for further information.
10. US Lacrosse Facemask/Chin Guard issues
Questions are being fielded by US Lacrosse concerning the removal of the facemask/chin guard from lacrosse helmets for some time. A document has been developed in cooperation with US Lacrosse and the lacrosse helmet manufacturers.
Acting on a request from US Lacrosse and Artie Poitras, CUATC Chair, we will post this document on the District One website (www.eatad1.org). The posting will take place after February 15th.
11. NATA Leadership Development Program
NATA has initiated a leadership development program to help members become leaders for the Association as well as in their careers and in society in general. Titled StarTRACK, the program will be aimed at young professionals or those just starting as a volunteer in the Association ‘world.’ Two appointees will be selected from each district. It is a rigorous program of self-study that will be tracked by NATA; two years will be allowed for completion. It is intended for emerging leaders- not previous office holders.
If you are interested in participating in this program, please send a cover letter, vitae and a statement of interest to District Director Jeff Stone by March 15th.
Questions concerning the curriculum and can contact Judy Pulice at NATA-Dallas- 972-532-8803.
12. US Figure Skating- Brian FitzGerald
WE STILL NEED CERTIFIED ATHLETIC TRAINERS!
PLEASE CONTACT DAN LUSSIER 617-355-3501 daniel.lussier@childrens.harvard.edu
2008 US Figure Skating Synchronized Team Skating ChampionshipsLyle J. Micheli, M.D., Medical Director, Ellen Geminiani, M.D. Assistant Medical Director, and Brian FitzGerald, BSN, ATC, Assistant Medical Director, are requesting your services to provide medical coverage for the 2008 US Figure Skating Synchronized Team Skating National Championships to be held at the Dunkin Donuts Center, Providence, RI, February, 19-23, 2008. Some team practices will also be held at the William Thayer Arena, Warwick, RI, February 19-23, 2008. Only Certified Athletic Trainers may volunteer.
Children's Hospital, Division of Sports Medicine is the Medical Sponsor for this event and our entire staff will be involved in coverage. We need to provide full coverage, (MD plus two ATC, PT, RN, EMT or combination of) at the Dunkin Donuts Center, which is the official practice and competition venue, but also need single coverage for each shift at the William Thayer Arena.
You can also go on line; www.synchronationals2008.org to find further information about this event.
13. NATA- St. Louis 2008
NATA's 2008 Annual Meeting and Clinical Symposia is June 17-21, 2008 in St. Louis, MO. Visit our Annual Meeting Web site ( http://www.nata.org/annualmeeting) for more information. The Housing Bureau is now up and running on-line and available on the NATA webpage.
14. Upcoming State Meetings & CATA Meeting
MATA (Maine)
Friday, March 8th Bangor, MaineNHATA (New Hampshire)
Sunday, April 6th Keene State CollegeCATA (Connecticut)
Tuesday, May 20th Central Conn. State.U.VAAT (Vermont)
Tuesday, May 20th U. of VermontATOM-RIATA (Massachusetts-Rhode Island)
Wednesday, May 21st Community College of Rhode IslandPlease go to your state’s web pages for more information!!!
42nd ANNUAL CATA CONFERENCE
Hosted by:
Canadian Athletic Therapists Association and the
Corporation des Thérapeutes du Sport du Québec
Montreal, QC May 21-24, 2008Call for Abstracts
DEADLINE FOR ABSTRACT SUBMISSION: FEBRUARY 16, 2008Information regarding the call for abstracts and the overall conference program for the Montreal CATA conference in May 2008 can be found at http://www.cata2008.com/
15. BOC- (P-Z) for 2008
The Board of Certifications reminds all certified athletic trainers that 2008 will the reporting period for those whose last names begin with P-Z. Certified athletic trainers can record their CEUs on-line by registering on the BOC website (www.bocatc.org) .
16. Jack Cramer Scholarship for High School Students
Jack Cramer Scholarship
There is a new scholarship for high school seniors who plan a career in athletic training in the secondary school setting. For information and an application form, please log on to http://www.nata.org/cramerscholarship/index.htm. For more information, contact SSATC staff Russell Lowe at russl@nata.org, or District One Rep Laura Darby-McNally at ldarby@middlesex.edu .17. College & University Athletic Trainers Award Nominations
CCUATC
The CUATC is now accepting nominations for its three national committee awards:College Certified Athletic Trainer of the Year
Assistant Certified Athletic Trainer Award
Above and Beyond AwardWinners for each award will be named in all of the following categories: Division I, Division II, Division III, NAIA and Junior/Community Colleges. Please log in to the Members Only section and visit http://www.nata.org/members1/committees/cuatc/award_criteria.cfm for criteria and to access the nomination form. Further questions can be addressed to District One Chair Artie Poitras at j_poitras@uml.edu .
18. 2008 NATA Multimedia Contest
Submissions postmarked by Friday, February 15, 2008
Guidelines/Parameters:
The purpose of the production must be educational in nature and designed to address specific content and/or psychomotor skills within the profession of athletic training. A commercial production is defined as a product that requires the target audience to pay a fee for using or accessing. A non-commercial production is defined as a product for which no fee is required for access or utilization. At least one author on the production team must be either an athletic training student or certified athletic trainer. Three winners will be selected in each of the submission categories (one winner in each author category) for a total of six winners. Additional information is available at: http://www.nata.org/2008multimediacontest.htm
Thank you,
Mary G. Barnum, EdD, ATC. LAT mbarnum@spfldcol.edu
EATA Rep for Educational Multimedia Committee of the Education Council
19. Personal Financial PlanningMaria Hutsick’s cousin, Chris Michniewicz, is a financial planner who knows the life and financial times of an athletic trainer. He will sit down with any athletic trainer and offer a cost free analysis of their current financial profile. His employer, Boston Partners Financial group LLC, offers full service financial planning including insurance, investment and retirement advice. You can contact Chris at 978-689-6959 or cmichniewicz@jhnetwork.com .
(District One receives no compensation for this message.)Congratulations to Maria for her years of service at Boston University athletics, and on her new position at Medfield (MA) High School!
20. ATOM March Social
ATOM will recognize and celebrate National Athletic Trainers’ Month on Saturday, March 29th with a March Madness Social at Collins Sports Medicine, 370 Paramount Drive, Randolph, from 4-8 pm. It is open to all ATCs, as well as athletic training students…any District One member is invited…food and drinks, giveaways, raffles and prizes…
RSVP by March 22nd to Diane Sartanowicz- dsartanowicz@comcast.net or 617-928-8870
Thanks!
Stoney
Jeff Stone
District One Director
jstone@suffolk.edu
617-573-8772