EDUCATION SUPPLEMENT 80 DECEMBER 2024 | THE FOREIGN SERVICE JOURNAL scholarships and financial aid? What alternatives are there to a traditional four-year college experience? These crucial questions are answered on GCLO’s newly expanded College and Beyond webpage. The page contains information on qualifying for in-state tuition, college FAQs, and links to articles from experts within the Foreign Service community on the application process, colleges overseas, supporting your child’s emotional well-being while in college, and more. There are contests, awards, and scholarships available from the American Foreign Service Association (AFSA), Associates of the American Foreign Service Worldwide (AAFSW), and the Foreign Service Youth Foundation (FSYF). Evacuating Post During the School Year You may be faced with the sudden news that due to political or civil unrest, a natural disaster, or some other factor, post will have to evacuate. Leaving post during the school year adds additional challenges to an already stressful situation. An evacuation will typically last about three months. There is always a chance, however, that it could be longer—evacuations can last up to 180 days. You may have questions like, “What is the school’s plan during emergencies like this?” and “Where do I go for support to manage this process?” In the same way you should have a personal preparedness plan for your family, consider creating an educational “go plan” to meet your children’s specific needs. Here are some steps to take to ensure your child’s educational continuity In the same way you should have a personal preparedness plan for your family, consider creating an educational “go plan” to meet your children’s specific needs.
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