Washington DC...Here I come!!!

In July 2007 I applied for a teacher training program called the INTERNATIONAL LEADERSHIP in EDUCATION PROGRAM (ILEP). I thought the selection was going to be very tight, but ...it was also beyond my imangination that I finally admitted to join the program just by one telephone interview. Horray........

This program is initiated by the Dept of State USA administered by the International Research and Exchanges Board (IREX). It offers a great opportunity for teachers from Asia to upgrade their knowledge on curriculum development, teaching methodologies, the use of internet for teaching, and also internship in some high schools in the US. What a dream come true!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I was scheduled to leave for the USA on January 7th 2008. The first place to visit is Washington DC for the opening seminar (I just can't wait to see the snow...snow...snow and snow!!!!!)Then I will fly to Cleveland, Ohio in Kent State University exactly. There I have to attend some classes as visiting students.

What makes me excited is that this program is TOTALLY FREE of CHARGE. I DON'T HAVE TO PAY A SINGLE PENNY. That's why I hope my opportunity here can be used as a triggering point for all teachers (not only English teachers but also Math and science)

So guys whoever read this info, and you want to go to US just like me, better prepare yourself from now!! It was frightening at first whether or now you are accepted, but convince yourself about the power of dream!!

So that's it, I share more on my "journey" later on my next post!!


See ya and wish me luck!