NSBA FRN 2/1 - 3/2009

I went to Washington DC last week to take part in the NSBA's Federal Relations Network. It was exciting to be in Washington so closely after the inauguration - there were still bleachers and banners along the parade route. People were still excited.

I flew in on Saturday - there was a little snow on the ground. Sunday and Monday brought warmer weather - about sixty degrees. These days we were in meetings pretty much all day. I did duck out on Monday to tour the Capitol, and went into the Senate Chambers to watch the debate on the Stimulus package.

On Tuesday we visited our legislators - Barbara Boxer and Dianne Feinstein had their aids meet with us, and we went over the effects of the budget on public education. Lynn Woolsey, herself, met with us after speaking at the luncheon about food in school. Because she was on welfare at one point the lunch program is very near and dear to her heart.

It's always a treat to visit that city, indulge in the beauty and be reminded of the incredible foresight of our forefathers.