Greetings NEPA PATS Members!
The BoD continues to work very hard to promote the Athletic Training Profession across the state. Checkout some of the Highlights BELOW...
PA HOUSE BILL 200 - CONCUSSION LEGISLATION
As you may know Concussion legislation has been making its way through the PA House and Senate and it was recently re-introduced by Representative Briggs. While it is not perfect, for the first time PATS has been able to work closely with the legislators who are crafting the bill. It is important to remember that we are not the primary sponsors of the bill but thanks to the efforts of our governmental affairs committee and our lobbyist the Winter Group - Athletic Trainers are appropriately positioned within this legislation.
1) Associated Press Article - Link
2) Briggs House Bill 200 - Link
COUNTY DELEGATES NEEDED!
PATS recognized a need to encourage more AT professional to stay engaged with us and improve our reach when getting the word out to our members and local legislators regarding issues that affect athletic training profession. Therefore we are seeking interested members to serve as COUNTY DELEGATES. The basic duties are to help share information among other ATCs that work in that county and when needed serve as a liaison to legislators from your particular area. I believe this is a great - non-labor/travel intensive way to stay involved with PATS. Terms are run in conjunction with the regional reps so that a close working relationship can eb maintained, they can also be extended to help ease the transition of new Regional Reps. ***PLEASE LET ME KNOW ASAP IF YOUR ARE INTERESTED AND WHAT COUNTY YOU WOULD LIKE TO SERVE!!!
1) County Delegate Job Description - Link
ELECTION SEASON - NOMINATIONS ARE OPEN FOR PATS NE REP
Its that time of year that PATS seeks nominations for the Board of Directors. While its flown by my first term serving you is up. I am considering running again, but with a two-year old toddler and a full time ATC mom & wife. Time is precious in the Dietrich Household. If you've ever thought about how you'd like to see our profession grow in PA over the next decade -- now is the time. Share your ideas, the board is full of great ATCs from all backgrounds and settings and we rely on new thoughts an opinions. It is a great and humbling experience that I believe every ATC should experience. If you are in the Secondary school setting how could you pass up an opportunity to share your concerns and the concerns of the ATCs in your region. PLEASE CONSIDER RUNNING for PATS Become a Nominee for PATS NE Representative. - Email Michael Ludwikowski, ATC
REGIONAL ATHLETIC TRAINING APPRECIATION NIGHTS
We are looking for 2-3 locations and event organizers to host a meet-n-greet or Athletic Trainer Appreciation Nights; These gatherings serve two purposes 1) social night where family, friends, athletes and coaches can gather and enjoy good food/spirits in a setting outside of the Athletic Training room and 2) raise money to support PATS-PAC legislative efforts in Harrisburg. The PATS-PAC is still in the process of setting up but that shouldn't stop us from getting together and having a good time. IF YOU KNOW A GREAT RESTAURANT or are willing to organize and host an event like this please email/call me and we will get it up and running. - Email
NEW SHORT TERM ATC POSITIONS - UNDER PATS MEMBERS ONLY WEB
You've asked for it, we made it happen. Do you have camps or shot-term/per diem opportunities for ATCs. If you are a PATS member you can post job opportunities and look for events in your area the need coverage. Click Here to learn more.
PATS SLOGAN CONTEST
In the next few weeks we will be asking our members to choose PATS new slogan. The PR committee has done an excellent job at coming up with possible slogans and we are in the process of narrowing that list to 3-5 options. From there we will be asking you to vote on the one you think is best. More information will be out shortly!! >>>> VOTE NOW <<<<< online voting ends Friday, February 18th 2011
The BoD continues to work very hard to promote the Athletic Training Profession across the state. Checkout some of the Highlights BELOW...
PA HOUSE BILL 200 - CONCUSSION LEGISLATION
As you may know Concussion legislation has been making its way through the PA House and Senate and it was recently re-introduced by Representative Briggs. While it is not perfect, for the first time PATS has been able to work closely with the legislators who are crafting the bill. It is important to remember that we are not the primary sponsors of the bill but thanks to the efforts of our governmental affairs committee and our lobbyist the Winter Group - Athletic Trainers are appropriately positioned within this legislation.
1) Associated Press Article - Link
2) Briggs House Bill 200 - Link
COUNTY DELEGATES NEEDED!
PATS recognized a need to encourage more AT professional to stay engaged with us and improve our reach when getting the word out to our members and local legislators regarding issues that affect athletic training profession. Therefore we are seeking interested members to serve as COUNTY DELEGATES. The basic duties are to help share information among other ATCs that work in that county and when needed serve as a liaison to legislators from your particular area. I believe this is a great - non-labor/travel intensive way to stay involved with PATS. Terms are run in conjunction with the regional reps so that a close working relationship can eb maintained, they can also be extended to help ease the transition of new Regional Reps. ***PLEASE LET ME KNOW ASAP IF YOUR ARE INTERESTED AND WHAT COUNTY YOU WOULD LIKE TO SERVE!!!
1) County Delegate Job Description - Link
ELECTION SEASON - NOMINATIONS ARE OPEN FOR PATS NE REP
Its that time of year that PATS seeks nominations for the Board of Directors. While its flown by my first term serving you is up. I am considering running again, but with a two-year old toddler and a full time ATC mom & wife. Time is precious in the Dietrich Household. If you've ever thought about how you'd like to see our profession grow in PA over the next decade -- now is the time. Share your ideas, the board is full of great ATCs from all backgrounds and settings and we rely on new thoughts an opinions. It is a great and humbling experience that I believe every ATC should experience. If you are in the Secondary school setting how could you pass up an opportunity to share your concerns and the concerns of the ATCs in your region. PLEASE CONSIDER RUNNING for PATS Become a Nominee for PATS NE Representative. - Email Michael Ludwikowski, ATC
REGIONAL ATHLETIC TRAINING APPRECIATION NIGHTS
We are looking for 2-3 locations and event organizers to host a meet-n-greet or Athletic Trainer Appreciation Nights; These gatherings serve two purposes 1) social night where family, friends, athletes and coaches can gather and enjoy good food/spirits in a setting outside of the Athletic Training room and 2) raise money to support PATS-PAC legislative efforts in Harrisburg. The PATS-PAC is still in the process of setting up but that shouldn't stop us from getting together and having a good time. IF YOU KNOW A GREAT RESTAURANT or are willing to organize and host an event like this please email/call me and we will get it up and running. - Email
NEW SHORT TERM ATC POSITIONS - UNDER PATS MEMBERS ONLY WEB
You've asked for it, we made it happen. Do you have camps or shot-term/per diem opportunities for ATCs. If you are a PATS member you can post job opportunities and look for events in your area the need coverage. Click Here to learn more.
PATS SLOGAN CONTEST
In the next few weeks we will be asking our members to choose PATS new slogan. The PR committee has done an excellent job at coming up with possible slogans and we are in the process of narrowing that list to 3-5 options. From there we will be asking you to vote on the one you think is best. More information will be out shortly!! >>>> VOTE NOW <<<<< online voting ends Friday, February 18th 2011
PA License Plate Fundraiser!
Check it out. The PATS Public Relations Committee has developed a fundraiser to spread the word about certified athletic trainers across the commonwealth. The custom PATS branded license plate (sample pictured above), would replace your existing plate and display across the Keystone State that you are a certified athletic trainer. Would you be interested in purchasing a License Plate to help promote PATS. Projected costs are about $35 for the Plate and $35 for transfer fees. We need to sell 300 so please let me know if you/parents family or friends are interested!!
PHYSICIAN & ATC CONCUSSION SUMMIT @ ANNUAL MEETING
Our convention committee is in the process of organizing an annual concussion summit, designed to offer CMEs for physicians and CEUs for ATCs the hope is that both would be interested in attending the session. Please ask your team physician if they are interested in participating -- It will be held in conjunction with our PATS Annual Meeting in Lancaster! - Link
NEPA SCHOLARSHIP RUN - SUN, APRIL 10th 2011
The annual northeast PA scholarship Run will be held in East Stroudsburg this year and we are looking for gifts, sponsors and runners. If you are interested in volunteering, donating raffle merchandise or just participating in the run please email me and be on the lookout on the upcoming PATS facebook events page. -Save $5.00; Register Online! - Link
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