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From: Fwu, Melissa E. EOP/WHO <Melissa.E.Fwu@who.eop.gov>
Date: Tue, Aug 8, 2017 at 10:44 AM
Subject: White House Internship - Application Deadline Sept. 8
To: "Fwu, Melissa E. EOP/WHO" <Melissa.E.Fwu@who.eop.gov>


Dear Friends,

 

I'm very excited to let you know that the White House Internship Program application is available now for its Spring 2018 class, which runs from January 10 – April 27, 2018. The application deadline is 11:59 pm ET on Friday, September 8, 2017. Please feel free to share with your networks!

 

Students can apply here.

 

For further information, please see the press release below. Questions can be directed to the White House Internship Office at intern_application@who.eop.gov.

 

Best,

Melissa Fwu

Office of Public Liaison

The White House

 

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THE WHITE HOUSE

Office of the Press Secretary

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

August 4, 2017

 

Spring 2018 White House Internship Program

 

The Spring 2018 White House Internship Program application is now open.

 

The application portal will remain open until 11:59PM EDT on September 8, 2017.  Any applications received after the deadline will not be considered. 

 

The Spring 2018 White House Internship Program term runs from January 10, 2018 to April 27, 2018.  All applicants must be at least 18 years of age by the program start date, and must be able to commit to the full internship term to be eligible.  Additionally, applicants must be U.S. citizens and meet at least one of the following criteria to apply:

 

- Are currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at a college, community college, or university (two-to-four year institution).

 

- Have graduated from an undergraduate or graduate degree program at a college, community college, or university (two-to-four year institution) no more than two years before the internship program start date.

 

- Are a veteran of the United States Armed Forces who possesses a high school diploma or its equivalent and has served on active duty—for any length of time—in the two years preceding the internship program start date.

 

The White House Internship Program is highly competitive.  Applicants are selected based on their demonstrated commitment to public service, leadership in their community, and commitment to the Trump Administration.  Questions about the White House Internship Program application can be directed to intern_application@who.eop.gov. More information, including details about placement in the White House Internship Program and answers to frequently asked questions, can be found on the White House website.

 

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From: Chris Grisafe for School Board <chrisgrisafeforschoolboard@gmail.com>
Date: Mon, Aug 7, 2017 at 7:11 PM
Subject: Volunteer Opportunities!


Friends, 

The Meet & Greet scheduled for this Saturday, August 12th, has been cancelled. Stay tuned for more information as we plan to host many more. If you would like to invite your friends, family, and neighbors to meet Chris and talk about the important issues our school board faces, please let us know. 

We need your help!

School Events:

Join us in spreading the word about this crucial special election by volunteering to hand out information at the various Pyramid Fairs throughout the County.
  • Tuesday, August 8th at Lee High School, 6540 Franconia Rd, Springfield, VA 22150, from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm
  • Thursday, August 10th at Stuart High School, 3301 Peace Valley Ln, Falls Church, VA 22044, from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
  • Saturday, August 12th at South Lakes High School, 3301 Peace Valley Ln, Falls Church, VA 22044, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
  • Thursday, August 17th at Mount Vernon High School, 8515 Old Mt Vernon Rd, Alexandria, VA 22309 from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm
The school year is almost upon us! Help us spread the message at Back To School Night's across the County starting on Wednesday, August 23rd. Contact us for more information. 

Staffing the Polls:

Voting is open every weekday during business hours until Saturday, August 26that the Fairfax County Government Center. Join us as we pass out information to voters about the great things Chris will do on the School Board!

Before we know it, it will be Election Day! Sign up today to spread our positive message to voters at your precinct. Every regular polling place will be open from6:00 am to 7:00 pm

Reaching Out to Voters:

Everyday, we need your help to spread the word about this crucial election. Join our team of dedicated volunteers to canvass voters door-to-door or over the phone in your neighborhood!
 
Sign up to TODAY to help Chris get elected by contacting us at 571-645-5880 or at ChrisGrisafeForSchoolBoard@gmail.com



(8/8/2017 @ping) 


"中午到Government Center 去投票,看到门口一个老头给共和党站台."



(8/8/2017 @ping) 

"我们两个都投了,很简单,到Government Center, 填一张表,说明为什么提前投就可以了 我们是477和478。"




CHRIS GRISAFE

Fairfax County School Board At-Large

Special Election Tuesday, August 29th!


The Fairfax County School Board must stay focused on its primary mission –

to provide a high-quality education that prepares all students for higher education,

the modern workforce, and becoming successful, responsible citizens!

 

Chris Grisafe will focus on protecting excellence in our classrooms!

Strong academic rigor for our students

Fair class sizes

Respecting parents

Supporting teachers

Honoring accountability of our taxpayer dollars

PLEASE VOTE FOR CHRIS GRISAFE


HOW DO I VOTE?

You can vote one of the following three ways:


  ABSENTEE IN-PERSON!

You can vote TODAY for Chris Grisafe if you can’t get to the polls on Election Day.

Bring your I.D. and come vote “Absentee In-Person” at:

Fairfax County Government Center

12000 Government Center Pkwy, Suite 323, Fairfax, VA 22035

Mon, Tue, Wed & Fri: 8 am - 4:30 pm; Thu, 8 am - 7 pm

Saturday, August 26th: 9 am - 5 pm (last day to vote Absentee In-Person)


❷   ABSENTEE BY MAIL!

Request an Absentee ballot by Tuesday, August 22nd at 5 pm to vote by mail.

Go to https://vote.elections.virginia.gov/VoterInformation

Complete your personal information, click ‘I want to apply for absentee voting’ and follow instructions to receive an Absentee ballot in the mail.

Once your ballot arrives, please complete and return via mail to the Elections Office at P.O. Box 10161, Fairfax, VA 22038 (allowing up to 9 days) OR drop your ballot off in person at the Fairfax County Government Center.


  ON ELECTION DAY!

Election Day is Tuesday, August 29th

Vote for Chris Grisafe at your regular polling location from 6 am - 7 pm.

Find your polling location at: https://vote.elections.virginia.gov/VoterInformation/PollingPlaceLookup


Please ask your friends, colleagues, church members and family to vote for Chris Grisafe!

Website: www.ChrisGrisafeForSchoolBoard.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/votechrisgrisafe













(7/21/2017 @EC) "Great meeting last night. Got some signs back. Let me know if you'd like one. Otherwise I will put them out to the streets."




Chris Grisafe for School Board Update!

Posted on July 17, 2017

Early voting has started! We need your vote to save the seat! You can vote early in person at the Government Center on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, & Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm; Thursday 8:00 am to 7:00 pm and on Saturday August 26th 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, located at:

12000 Government Center Pkwy., Fairfax, VA 22035

To Vote Absentee by Mail

Request an absentee ballot here: Once recieved, complete your ballot and place in mail no later than Friday, August 25th to reach the elections board by election day, August 29th!

Voting on Election Day, August 29, 2017

Your regular polling location will be open from 6:00 am to 7:00 pm. If you are unsure where to vote on election day click here! 

For more information on Chris Grisafe click here!

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Special Election to Be Held August 29 to Fill Vacant School Board Seat





Meet and Greet Chris Grisafe 
6/24/2017

Chris Grisafe: 
"
I am running for Fairfax County School Board at-Large because I want to protect the excellence in our schools. "


Chris Grisafe: "
FCPS must continue to provide a high-quality education that prepares all students for the modern workforce, higher education, and the pursuit of responsible citizenship. We must empower and educate our students for success and meaningful lives."

Chris Grisafe: 
Excellence in our school system directly impacts the success of our community and I know from personal experience the impact that quality schools can have in the lives of children."


Chris Grisafe: "
I now seek to serve and give back to create for students more opportunities like those I've been fortunate enough to encounter along the way!"

​I would be honored to have your support and your vote.
- Chris



For More Information, Contact: Chris Grisafe Campaign

 



Fairfax Democrats Endorse Karen Keys-Gamarra for School Board At-Large

A special election will be held on August 29th, 2017 for an At-Large (countywide) Member of the Fairfax County School Board to fill a vacancy.

The members of the Fairfax County Democratic Committee voted on June 23rd to endorse Karen Keys-Gamarra for School Board At-Large.  We thank all the candidates and members who participated in the process.  Keys-Gamarra will enjoy our full support going into the August 29 special election.

Source: http://www.fairfaxdemocrats.org/2017/06/01/endorsement-of-at-large-school-board-member-for-2017-special-election/





Posted on June 22, 2017

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Steve Buckingham
703-766-4467
executivedirector@fairfaxgop.org

MEDIA ADVISORY

Fairfax County Republican Committee Endorsement of Chris Grisafe for School Board At-Large

Last night at FCRC’s monthly meeting, the Committee voted unanimously to endorse Chris Grisafe for the vacant Fairfax County School Board At-Large seat, previously held by Jeanette Hough. Both Jeanette and sitting School Board Member Elizabeth Schultz spoke highly of Chris. Chris expressed his sincere gratitude and spoke about how eager he was to get to work to improve the lives of every child and parent in the county through a better school system.

After the endorsement, FCRC Chairman Matt Ames said, “I’ve known Chris for many years, and he will be an outstanding School Board member.  He will bring the same kind of respectful, courteous, and effective questioning of the status quo that Jeanette Hough exemplified.  Chris knows from his own life experience the value of a strong education, and he is determined to make sure that the Fairfax County Public Schools continue to live up to their reputation.”

 

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Source: http://fairfaxgop.org/





(Fairfax, VA) Special Election to Be Held August 29 to Fill Vacant School Board Seat

Fairfax County Circuit Court Chief Judge Bruce D. White has authorized a special election to fill the School Board seat left vacant by the resignation of Jeanette Hough, member-at-large, who resigned on May 31. The special election will be held on Tuesday, August 29, to fill the remainder of the term of office, which extends until January 1, 2020.





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About FCPS School Board Candidate Shaista Keating

From: https://patch.com/virginia/oakton/op-ed-fcps-has-a-credibility-problem

Op-Ed: FCPS Has a Credibility Problem

Michele Menapace, a parent advocate, questions some of the school board's budget decisions

By Nicole Trifone (Patch Staff) - Updated May 17, 2012 2:25 pm ET

...

"Is your credibility limit strained by learning about an FCPS contract awarded to a paid election campaign consultant?  In February, three days after posting the request for proposal, FCPS awarded a $35,000 contract to Arcasun, a newly-formed company owned and operated by Shaista Keating. (Ms. Keating was paid $10,000 to advise Jane Strauss’ election campaign last fall and also heads the group Fairfax Full Day Kindergarten. Fairfax FDK is an advocacy group that publicly supported school board candidates in favor of full-day kindergarten in all Fairfax County elementary schools.) Arcasun has no previous experience and its Fairfax County business license had not been issued when the contract was awarded. "

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Chris Grisafe Announces Run for

Fairfax County School Board At-Large Seat

 

Veteran & national security professional seeks to 

“protect excellence in FCPS”



FAIRFAX, VA, May 31, 2017 –


Chris Grisafe has announced he is running for the Fairfax County School Board at-Large position for the upcoming special election to be held this summer. The date of the special election, which has not yet been determined, will be set by the Chief Judge of the Circuit Court in accordance with Virginia law.

 

The seat is currently held by Jeanette Hough, who was elected in 2015, and will be vacated as of May 31, 2017. Hough has announced she must leave the School Board position governing Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) as a result of her husband's service. The family is being transferred overseas.

 

A national security professional and veteran, Grisafe said he's running because "I want to protect the excellence in Fairfax County Public Schools." With a special election taking place in the summer, Grisafe will focus on reaching out to voters during a time when most Fairfax County residents are not thinking about returning to the voting booth.

 

"FCPS must continue to provide a high quality education that prepares all students for the modern workforce, higher education, and the pursuit of responsible citizenship,” added Grisafe, who also serves as a volunteer advisor and mentor to college students.

 

Having tragically lost his mother early in life, "I cannot overstate the importance and influence of the many teachers and mentors who have been consequential guide posts in my life," said Grisafe. "I know personally how important it is to empower and educate our students so they can lead successful and meaningful lives."

 

Among the nation’s largest school systems, Fairfax County Public Schools has been ground zero for social and academic experimentation. "A local school board's emphasis must be on the students," Grisafe added regarding his desire to run.

 

Talking from personal experience, he said he was greatly influenced by dedicated teachers and mentors to succeed in community college, serve in the U.S. Coast Guard, graduate from Loyola Marymount University and earn an MBA from Virginia Tech.

 

“It is imperative that we keep FCPS focused on its primary mission – to provide a high-quality education,” said Grisafe.  The current School Board’s May 25th vote to balance the budget for the next fiscal year by increasing class size is just one example of why “Fairfax County needs an at-Large School Board Member who will insist on evidence-based data in its decisions to benefit all of our students.”

 

Prioritizing rigor in the curriculum, workforce and college readiness means “the School Board must focus on good metrics, eliminating redundancy and encouraging efficiency,” said Grisafe "to enable FCPS to allocate our precious resources where they are needed most - for our teachers and our students in the classroom.”

 

Parents and community members have often been frustrated with by the School Board’s focus on issues other than student academic achievement. Fairfax County voters overwhelmingly rejected a Meals Tax Referendum last November which was advertised ostensibly to add the tax, in part at least, for education needs.

 

"I will approach policy matters with an open mind and seek to understand issues with compassion," said Grisafe. "Still, the focus must always be on the merits those issues and the data to support good decision-making."

 

Once the date of the special election is set by the court, Fairfax County residents will elect the new at-Large School Board Member to serve the balance of Hough’s term, which ends in November 2019. All registered voters in Fairfax County are able to vote for an at-Large candidate.



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For More Information, Contact: Chris Grisafe Campaign

E-mail: ChrisGrisafeForSchoolBoard@gmail.com

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