This was originally written September 30th and posted October 12th. After having gone to school for two weeks I’ve added updates to things that were misunderstood/have changed. My co-teacher was initially extremely friendly over the internet. I offered to do a lot more than my responsibility with classes (foolishly, already) but asked in return that … More A Visit to the School
Background Check We were able to get a state background check from Colorado. Some people need a federal one through the FBI but we’ve only lived in Colorado so we had it easier. We went to our local police station to get fingerprinted. We mailed the fingerprint card with a form (which we made a … More Our Experience Getting our Visa Documents (LA Consulate)
If you’re so excited to go that you can hardly stand it, here are some resources and ideas to get you even more excited – while helping to pass the time. Read Don Quixote – Miguel de Cervantes Fiction. Genre: Parody/Comedy/Romance Location: LaMancha One of the most read fiction books in the world. As well asa bookthat … More Get Hype- Reading and Resources
After applying and waiting and going through all the estados you’ve finally made it. You have your region assignment and you’ve received your Carta de Nombremiento. Now what do you do? Note: There are a few provinces/areas that will only send it via mail while others send it via email, and others that send it both … More How to: Handle Your Carta de Nombramiento
You should have your Profex account made and ready to go before application day. None of this applies to people renewing -those who are renewing check here. When is Application Day? The first week of January. Ideally you are ready the minute it opens- which should be 11:59 (so midnight on the day the website says it … More How To: Do Application Day Like a Pro
The Auxiliares de Conversación program is a first come, first served kinda program. You need to be ready to apply at the exact minute the applications open if you want a lower inscrita number (and thus a higher chance of getting where you want). If you are applying as a couple or as friends you will really want … More How to: Apply to the Auxiliares Program
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