The White House Hosts Its First-Ever Student Film Festival

A few months ago, the White House challenged students to create short films answering a simple question: Why is technology so important in the classroom, and how will it change the educational experience for kids in the future? The response was overwhelming -- and last Friday, the 16 official selections were screened at the first-ever White House Student Film Festival.

Learn more about the festival, and check out our official selections.

Weekly Address: Investing in Technology and Infrastructure to Create Jobs

In this week's address, President Obama discusses his actions to launch new manufacturing hubs and expand a competition to fund transformative infrastructure projects. Both are policies aimed at expanding economic opportunity for all by creating jobs and ensuring the long-term strength of the American economy.

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Being Biden Vol. 13: It's All About Possibilities

In this edition of Being Biden, Vice President Joe Biden talks about meeting with Jonathan Stoklosa -- a powerlifter who's competed in the Special Olympics and, in the words of the Vice President, "an incredible young man."

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West Wing Week

Last week, the President announced two new manufacturing hubs and his "My Brother's Keeper" initiative, toured a new light rail system in St. Paul, Minnesota, and spoke on the importance of supporting American infrastructure jobs. The First Lady celebrated the fourth anniversary of her Let's Move! initiative with both Will Ferrell and Amy Poehler, while the Vice President kicked off the inaugural episode of "Late Night with Seth Meyers."

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All times are Eastern Time (ET)

10:00 AM: The President and Vice President receive the Presidential Daily Briefing

12:30 PM: The President and Vice President meet for lunch

1:45 PM: The President holds a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Netanyahu; the Vice President also attends