A Global Mobility Service
Special Events/Seminars
Choosing the Best Child-Care
Maximize your Child's Happiness!
Date: Thursday, November 5, 2009
Time:
12:00-1:30pm
Venue:
The World Bank
Further Information: email Global Mobility at globalmobility@worldbank.org
Edna Ranck, Project Director for the Washington Child Development Council, will join us to moderate a panel discussion with fellow staff members and spouses on topics to consider when examining childcare options. Only you will know the best fit for your child and circumstance, but there is true value in hearing about firsthand experiences with day care centers, family day care, preschool and/or nanny.
Edna also serves as the outgoing president of OMEP-USA, the US affiliate of the World Organization for Early Childhood Education, and she has over 27 years experience in childcare related issues on an international scale.
College Fair
University/College Expo 2010
Date: April 1, 2010
Time:
3:00pm-6:00pm
Venue:
The World Bank, Main Complex Atrium, 1818 H Street, NW
Finding the right fit of College/University for your child is always a challenge. The Expo will feature universities and colleges from the United States, Canada, Australia and Europe. Plan ahead! Take this opportunity to meet with admissions officers from undergraduate colleges and universities.
NOTE: This event is sponsored for the children of the World Bank Group & IDB staff.
Education Expo
K-12
Date: TBA
Time:
11:30am-2:00pm
Venue:
The World Bank
Registration: Not Required
Further Information: email Global Mobility at globalmobility@worldbank.org
*This event is sponsored for the children of World Bank Group & IDB staff.
Finding the right school for your child is like buying him/her a pair of shoes. As you look for suitable shoes, you bear in mind the fact that your child will have to wear them for long periods of time, find them comfortable to walk in, and be able to run in them whenever necessary. Your child’s requirements in terms of shoes and school could be very different from those of another child, even a sibling. We have organized Education Expo 2008 with this in mind, because our aim is to focus on the importance of “Best Fit” education and to provide information that will encourage participants to reflect further on this issue. Thus, we have:
- Invited a wide range of schools to be represented so that you can receive informational materials and talk to the representatives to help you decide whether a particular school is suitable for your child. The Expo includes preschools, independent schools and the School Districts of Montgomery County, Fairfax and Arlington.
- Arranged a discussion on finding the “Best Fit” education for your child. This will be led by Georgia Irvin and Pam Tedeschi of Georgia Irvin & Associates, both of whom come with extensive knowledge and experience of both independent and public schools in the Metro DC area. We look forward to a thought provoking discussion on this subject of finding “Best Fit”.
We look forward to seeing you there.
IB/AP Panel
Date: TBA
Time:
12:00pm -2:00pm
Venue:
The World Bank
Registration: Not Required
Further Information: email globalmobility@worldbank.org
Come learn about International Baccalaureate and Advanced Placement programs in DC area high schools. A panel of school representatives will be discussing the advantages and requirements of these programs for U.S. and international students.
Navigating the Public School System
An Introduction for International Parents
Date: TBA
Time:
12:00-2:00pm
Venue:
The World Bank
Further Information: email globalmobility@worldbank.org
- What is a magnet school?
- What is the difference between the IB and AP programs?
- How can I get involved in my child’s school
Speaker Dr. Jay Bass, who has over 30 years of experience in public schools in metro DC and is currently the Director of Counseling at Wootton High in Montgomery County, MD, will present on “Navigating the Public School System.” This lunchtime seminar is an introduction to the U.S. Public School System for international parents. Dr. Bass will present an overview of the various types of academic programs offered by local public schools and how to apply to each. He will also lead an interactive discussion on “The role of parents as advocates for their child’s education” and “How parents can get involved and participate in their school’s PTA and other programs.” The session will conclude with questions and answers.
Overview of Nanny Taxes
Date: January 28, 2010
Time:
12:00-1:30pm
Venue:
World Bank
Further Information: email globalmobility@worldbank.org
Nanny Tax Specialist, Kathleen Webb will discuss your tax responsibilities as an employer of a nanny or domestic helper who is a U.S. citizen, green card or G-5 visa holder. Information on finding help to prepare your nanny taxes and where to get IRS and state tax forms will be provided.
Summer Camp Fair
Date: February 3, 2010
Time:
12:00am - 3:00pm
Venue:
The World Bank
Further Information: email Global Mobility at globalmobility@worldbank.org
Parents! Are you looking for summer activities for your schoolage and teenage children?
Summer camps and programs fill up quickly, so sign up early to ensure a place. Twenty-five local day camps will be exhibiting with representatives available to talk with parents of prospective campers. Programs include day camps, specialty camps, and overnight (residential) camps for kids and teenagers.
Special advisors on overnight camps and teen travel programs will be available. Come and find a match for your child’s needs and interests!
Getting My Parent's Affairs in Order
What Caregivers Need to Know
Date: TBA
Time:
12:00-1:30pm
Venue:
The World Bank J building, 701 18th Street, NW, Room J1-050
Further Information: email Global Mobility at globalmobility@worldbank.org
If you are currently or anticipate becoming involved in the care of parents or older relatives, you may find yourself in a strange new land of responsibility and uncertainty. To be able to navigate this terrain, caregivers need to know about which legal and financial affairs need to be in place.
An eldercare attorney and a geriatric case manager will join Daniel Wilson, eldercare consultant to IONA Senior Services, in a conversation of what and why specific financial and legal documents are essential in the provision of quality long-term care to older adults. This panel will address not only specific documents, such as durable power of attorney and living wills, but will also consider ways to talk to your older relatives about them. There will be ample opportunity for questions and answers.
Housing Market Trends in the DC Area
Date: TBA
Time:
12:00-2:00pm
Venue:
The World Bank
Registration: Required
Further Information: email Global Mobility at globalmobility@worldbank.org
A Freddie Mac representative will cover mortgage market basic trends that affect the housing market in the DC area. Lawrence Yun from the National Association of Realtors will speak to more specific housing market information for DC, Northern VA, and suburban MD including house prices, house values and specific neighborhood information.
The Million Dollar Question
To Rent or To Buy?
Date: TBA
Time:
12:00-2:00pm
Venue:
The World Bank, J Building, 701 18th Street, NW, Room J1-050
Registration: Not Required
Further Information: email Global Mobility at globalmobility@worldbank.org
Purchasing a house is possibly one of the most expensive purchases you will make. When is it a good time to buy? Given that many are here on fixed term contracts of 2 - 4 years, would it be wiser to rent? Come to a panel discussion resourced by Coldwell Banker and Associates on the current property market in the Metro DC.
There will be time to for questions and answers with the panel.