Alexa Posny Nominated for Assistant Secretary of OSERS

WASHINGTON, DC-- The Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services issued the following statement on Ms. Posny's intention to be nominated for Assistant Secretary of OSERS.

"Yesterday, the White House Press Office issued a press release announcing several more of President Obama’s choices to head key posts in his administration. One of the individuals is Alexa Posny to be OSERS Assistant Secretary. This is wonderful news for our office for a host of reasons, many of which are outlined in the brief information below describing Alexa’s experience and career accomplishments. However, the most important to note is that Alexa is returning to OSERS, but this time as Assistant Secretary. Alexa held the position of Director of Special Education Programs from April 17, 2006 to June 22, 2007. Her knowledge of our programs, our organizational structure and business practices will no doubt eliminate any concern regarding a learning curve. Her leadership skills, span of knowledge, gracious and warm personality will continue to increase the service capacity of OSERS and its employees to positively impact the lives of students and adults with disabilities (emphasis, blog moderator). Please note that the intention to nominate means that she has not been officially nominated and once the official nomination has occurred she must be confirmed by the Senate. Consequently, the exact timing for all of this is not known, but we will keep all of you informed."