Presidential Math and Science Teachers Award Release

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Published June 7, 2010 at 12:00 p.m.

WASHINGTON, DC -- President Obama today named 103 mathematics and science teachers as recipients of the prestigious Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching.  The educators will receive their awards in Washington, D.C. later this year ... The Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching is awarded annually to the best pre-college-level science and mathematics teachers from across the country. The winners are selected by a panel of

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Chefs Move to Raise a Healthier Generation of Kids

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Published June 4, 2010 at 3:37 p.m.
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First Lady Michelle Obama addresses hundreds of chefs from around the country during a “Let’s Move!” event on the South Lawn of the White House, June 4, 2010 ... The First Lady called on chefs to get involved by adopting a school and working with teachers, parents, school nutritionists and administrators to help educate kids about food and nutrition ... What an amazing day! Today, hundreds of chefs from over 37 states gathered on the South Lawn of the White House in support of the "Chefs

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First Lady Michelle Obama Launches "Chefs Move to Schools" Program

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Published May 13, 2010 at 12:31 p.m.

THE WHITE HOUSE – As communities and organizations get behind the First Lady’s Let’s Move! campaign to solve the childhood obesity epidemic within a generation, one group that could have a tremendous impact on the health and well being of children is the Nation’s chefs. As part of her effort to turn policies into practical solutions for America’s families, Mrs. Obama is calling on chefs to get involved by adopting a school and working with teachers, parents, school nutritionists and

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"The Future That Our Military Families Deserve"

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Published May 12, 2010 at 5:23 p.m.
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Earlier today, First Lady Michelle Obama spoke at a summit hosted by the National Military Family Association and called it the country's "moral obligation" to recognize the state of military families today. She commended families for their resilience and dedication to service and called for the “vision of a nation that truly supports our military families.” ... The First Lady discussed hardships that military spouses endure, including struggling to access benefits and assistance and mental

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First Lady Michelle Obama Announces Presidential Directive on Military Families

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Published May 12, 2010 at 11:51 a.m.

WASHINGTON, DC – First Lady Michelle Obama today announced that President Obama has directed the National Security Staff to lead a new 90-day review to develop a coordinated Federal government-wide approach to supporting and engaging military families.  Building on work and expertise by the Departments of Defense, Homeland Security, and Veterans Affairs, the review will involve nearly twenty federal agencies as well as the White House Domestic Policy and National Economic Councils and the

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Remarks by The First Lady and Dr. Biden to the Women's Leadership Forum Issues Conference

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Published May 7, 2010 at 3:08 p.m.

Washington Hilton ... Washington, D.C ... 1:05 P.M. EDT ... DR. BIDEN:  Thank you.  (Applause.)  Thank you very much.  Thank you, Denise, for that warm introduction.  And thank you to the Women’s Leadership Forum conference hosts and organizers who have worked so hard to make this event possible.  It’s great to be with you here today.  ... It’s been an incredible journey since the last time Michelle and I were with you in Chicago.  (Applause.)  I remember being so inspired by the

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Remarks by the President at Cinco de Mayo Reception

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Published May 5, 2010 at 5:53 p.m.

5:58 P.M. EDT ...      THE PRESIDENT:  Viva!  Good evening, everyone.  Buenas noches.  Michelle and I are so honored to welcome you to the White House. And you all brought outstanding weather, so we thank you for that.  (Laughter.)  Thank you.  I know that a lot of you would rather be watching tonight’s game —- the Spurs against “Los Suns” from Phoenix.  (Applause.)  ... Tonight is another one of our great events here at the White House celebrating Latino culture in America,

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Adding a Little Color

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Published April 30, 2010 at 1:15 p.m.
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Two volunteers watch as First Lady Michelle Obama paints a butterfly on a wall mural at the Marie Reed Community Learning Center in Washington, DC, ... Yesterday the First Lady added some color to the walls of Marie Reed Community Learning Center during a Congressional Service Event, where the congressional spouses had painted murals on the walls of the school. The First Lady expressed her belief that the project would “add a little brightness to a community that is growing and developing

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Presidential Proclamation--National Physical Fitness and Sports Month

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Published April 29, 2010 at 3:05 p.m.

A PROCLAMATION ... The 2010 Winter Olympics inspired people around the globe as they watched elite athletes push their bodies to the limit.  Olympic competition showcases the vibrancy that physical activity can add to a person's life.  Exercise strengthens both body and mind, and maintaining good health can help prevent injury and disease.  Americans of every age, background, and ability can weave activity into their daily habits to improve their mental and physical wellbeing.  This month,

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Remembering Dr. Dorothy I. Height

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Published April 29, 2010 at 1:51 p.m.
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President Barack Obama delivers the eulogy at Dr. Dorothy Height’s funeral at Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., ... Dr. Dorothy I. Height was grace personified.  She displayed a quiet strength.  She vigorously defended the Constitution and fought for equal rights, women’s rights, and human rights for citizens of our country and for people the world over ... Today we said our final goodbyes to this extraordinary woman, and the President of the United States paid tribute to

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