Secondary School Committee

About:

The FWATA Secondary Schools Athletic Trainers Committee (SSATC) is dedicated to recognizing the concerns and responsibilities associated with the secondary school setting and to developing programs and activities to enhance the effectiveness of secondary schools athletic trainers.

2027

Secondary School Awards

  • Athletic Trainer of the Year

    This award recognizes deserving secondary school ATs across the country for their long term commitment and service to the athletic training profession.

    Open: November 2026

    Close: December 31, 2026

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  • Servants Heart Awards

    This award recognizes deserving secondary school ATs for their service to the athletic training profession, their schools, and their communities.

    Open: November 2026

    Close: December 31, 2026

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  • Safe Sport School Awards

    The NATA’s Safe Sports School Award Winter application:

    Open: December 1, 2026

    Close: December 31, 2026

    Review Guidelines

  • District 8 - Safe Sports School Award Grant

    Grants will be awarded to those who received 1st or 2nd team designation. Grants are not provided for Safe Sports School Award applications that have not been accepted.

    Open: January 1, 2027

    Close: February 15, 2027

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Secondary School Committee

Secondary School Committee Chair

Marissa Fukunaga, EdD, ATC

Email Marissa Fukunaga

Secondary School Committee Members

  • Clark County School District (Las Vegas, NV)

    mark.j.danza@gmail.com

  • McLane High School (Fresno, CA) - Central Valley Area
    Suzy.Ghattas@fresnounified.org

  • Carlsbad High School (San Diego, CA)


    bremillardtraining@gmail.com

  • Representatives from Northern/Mid California and Northern Nevada also sit on the FWATA Secondary School committee.

    Please reach out to the committee chair for direct contact information if needed.

National (NATA) Programs

  • Atlas Project

    The Athletic Training Locations and Services (ATLAS) Project is a joint initiative of the Korey Stringer Institute and the National Athletic Trainers’ Association designed to track access to AT services, improve communication between athletic trainers and produce research for the advancement of the profession of Athletic Training in the secondary school setting. The project has created a real-time database with visualizations that map the level and type of AT services in secondary schools. Help us out by setting a reminder to update every August 1st.

    ATLAS Project

  • Concussion Laws & Resources

  • InvestigATe

    This program was created to introduce high school students to athletic training and foster engagement with professionals as students begin their career discovery. Participating students will gain knowledge about athletic training and connection to athletic trainers and other sports medicine professionals.

    InvestigATe

  • Secondary School Mental Health Preparedness Microcredential

    This self-paced microcredential is designed to equip secondary school athletic trainers with essential knowledge and practical strategies to recognize, respond to and plan for mental health challenges among student-athletes. Through a combination of videos, research articles, discussions, and assessments, participants will gain a deeper understanding of athlete mental health and develop actionable skills to support holistic care. 10 CEUs, 6 courses. 

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NATA Resources

Secondary School Awards & Grants

  • FWATA - Safe Sport School Grant

    FWATA SSATC Safe Sport School Award Grant

    The Safe Sports School award recognizes secondary schools that take the crucial steps to keep their athletes free from injuries. Schools must fulfill specific athlete safety criteria to qualify for this elite distinction, including the creation of a comprehensive athletic health care system and the coordination of pre-participation physical examinations.

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  • NATA - Safe Sport School Award

    NATA SSATC Safe Sport School Award

    The Safe Sports School award recognizes secondary schools that take the crucial steps to keep their athletes free from injuries. Schools must fulfill specific athlete safety criteria to qualify for this elite distinction, including the creation of a comprehensive athletic health care system and the coordination of pre-participation physical examinations.

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  • NATA - Athletic Trainer of the Year Award

    NATA SSATC Athletic Trainer of the Year Award

    The NATA Secondary School Athletic Trainers' Committee has established the Secondary School Athletic Trainer of the Year Award to recognize deserving athletic trainers in secondary schools across the country. Specifically this award recognizes eleven district winners and one overall national winner. Applications accepted from November 1st through December 31st.

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  • NATA - Servant's Heart Award

    NATA SSATC Servant’s Heart Award

    The Servant’s Heart Award recognizes deserving secondary school ATs in each district for their service to the athletic training profession, their schools and their communities. Applications accepted from November 1st through December 31st.

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  • NATA - AT Advocate Award

    NATA SSATC Advocate Award

    The AT Advocate Award recognizes an individual, organization, corporation or company that has been a champion in securing athletic trainers in the secondary school setting and improving public awareness of the profession. To nominate an individual, business or organization, please email: secondaryschool@fwatad8.org during the month of March.

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Interested in joining the FWATA leadership team?

FWATA’s strength comes from the passion and dedication of its members. Whether you’re a student, early professional, or seasoned leader, there’s a place for you to contribute, grow, and make an impact amongst your peers. Serving on a committee is a great way to expand your network, develop professionally, and help shape the future of athletic training in our district.

Interested in joining a committee?

We welcome your involvement! Reach out to a committee chair of a committee you’re interested in getting involved with, or contact us to learn more about current opportunities.

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