After months of disagreement, a committee of administrators and teachers has decided to install an alternate synthetic turf on Jackman Field. This specific type of turf poses no safety concern, according to Christopher Jones, Lab Schools associate director for finance and operations.

Mr. Jones said an alternative synthetic turf means that the recycled crumb rubber used in regular turf fields is replaced with the excess trim from athletic shoes. This type of infill comes straight from the factory, so there is no safety concern that comes along with it.

There had been debate earlier throughout the school over what kind of infill to use because some research suggests crumb rubber may be unhealthy.

Sophomore Eli Hinerfeld, one of the strongest opponents to the crumb rubber turf field, said he is satisfied with the decision.

“This decision is important to the health of Lab students and they should be proud of their choice,” Eli said.

The plan is to install the turf over the summer in time for the fall soccer season