Ten Days Left to Apply for the 2011 Commencement Challenge

Your Daily Snapshot for Tuesday, March 1,  2011   Ten Days Left to Apply for the 2011 Commencement Challenge The application deadline for the 2011 Commencement Challenge is March 11, 2011 - just ten days away!  The Commencement Challenge is a chance for public high schools across the country to tell President Obama how their school is preparing students for college and career. President Obama will deliver the commencement address at the winning school this spring. Learn more and apply today. Photo of the Day Vice President Joe Biden, seen through a window in the Butlers’ Pantry, addresses a bipartisan group of governors in the State Dining Room of the White House, Feb. 28, 2011. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza) In Case You Missed It Here are some of the top stories from the White House blog. Marking the 8th Anniversary of the Department of Homeland Security In 2003, the Department of Homeland Security came into existence. Secretary Janet Napolitano observes the anniversary of that occasion, and discusses the continuing mission of DHS. President Obama to America's Governors: "The Flexibility That You Need to Find Your Own Innovative Ways Forward" The President and Vice President address America's Governors, touching on topics ranging from the health care law to rebuilding America's infrastructure. First Lady Michelle Obama & Dr. Jill Biden to America's Governors: Support Our Military Families First Lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden address the National Governors' Association and talk about their initiative to support America's military families. Today's Schedule All times are Eastern Standard Time (EST). 10:45 AM: The President receives the Presidential Daily Briefing 11:15 AM: The President meets with senior advisors 12:30 PM: Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney 4:30 PM: The President and the Vice President meet with Secretary of Defense Gates  Indicates events that will be live streamed on White House.com/Live. Get Updates Sign Up for the Daily Snapshot  Stay Connected     Facebook Twitter YouTube Flickr iTunes         This email was sent to e0nstar1.blog@gmail.com Manage Subscriptions for e0nstar1.blog@gmail.com Sign Up for Updates from the White House Unsubscribe e0nstar1.blog@gmail.com | Privacy Policy Please do not reply to this email. Contact the White House The White House • 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW • Washington, DC 20500 • 202-456-1111