Rally Day Thoughts

For those of you who did attend Rally Day, I am interested to hear your thoughts. How can this event be improved or tailored more for the student? What did you like/dislike? Please post comments.

Brett Neilson

PTWA student rep.

Rally Day Recap

Thank you to everyone who was able to attend Rally Day. For anyone who was unable to, we met with legislators from each of our voting districts and thanked them for their support and hard work the previous year. We also asked for their support with House Bill 2907 which gives the PT board (and other medical boards) more authority and control of their own budget, staffing, and disciplinary action. It was a great networking opportunity and a great chance to see the legislation process first hand. I expect those of you who were unable to attend this year to be there next year!

Brett Neilson

PTWA student representative

Students role at Rally Day

Rally Day is a good opportunity to learn and groom skills to approach legislators. Some people have no issues talking, but many get shy. The reality is legislators want to hear from constituents, so each student should sign up, so they get to see the people representing them. (Even if they did not vote for them, the end result is they represent them! But we don't talk about that, as it is water under the bridge) -PTs, PTAs, Students all go at the appointed time. There will be at least one person so you don't have to do it alone. -the representatives want to hear from all faces of PT: educators, practitioners, students, so every face is vital to make a presence! -each person will get a role they are comfortable with...talking to silent activities, depending on each strength. -there is a briefing, so we can all send a similar message, along with a packet prepared by PTWA. -there are additional walking tours and other governmental learning opportunities, depending on who and what is in session (we will be told in the briefing in the AM) -also just to get to know the activities, faces, roles, and approach PTWA is supporting through its members. As the whole organization of PTWA is only as strong as its members...so give it a try!