Michelle Obama addresses national conference of parent teacher association(PTA) Let's Move! campaign

First Lady Michelle Obama addresses the National Legislative Conference of the Parent Teacher Association today at 12:30 – 2:15 p.m. EST. Her Lets Move! campaign to end childhood obesity in one generation will be the main topic. 

Following the First Lady's keynote address, leading experts will discuss CCSSI. The Common Core State Standards Initiative (CCSSI) is an effort designed to improve educational outcomes for students by developing a set of common, voluntary, internationally-benchmarked academic standards in mathematics and English language arts. Currently, every state has its own academic standards, which has resulted in a varying expectations and academic rigor for students based on geography. Moreover, research has found that many states’ standards and assessments are not aligned to college and workplace demands. In an increasingly competitive global marketplace, we must ensure that all American children have access to an excellent education that prepares them for college, career, and citizenship.

With more than five million members in 24,000 local units, the National Parent Teacher Association (PTA) is proud to claim being the oldest and largest volunteer child advocacy association in the United States. The PTA has long sought to improve child nutrition and wellness and prides itself on having been instrumental in the formation of federal policy in this area since its inception in 1897. Mrs. Obama will deliver remarks at 12:30 PM to the conference held at the Double Tree Hotel in Arlington. Media details will be available on Monday.