Sometimes, it can be hard to convince parents that taking off on a long trip instead of heading straight to college, or a job, is a good idea. Especially if they are not travelers themselves. It can be hard for them to understand why you would want to trade a “sure thing,” like continuing your[…]
The fact that you’re supportive of your child’s desire to take a Gap Year and travel abroad, even though it’s something you never did, is commendable. The best parents are those who raise their kids to be their own people and support their dreams, even when they’re very different from our own and take them[…]
Deciding to world school with your family and kids is half the battle. Choosing the destination is the next hump, and we’re here to help you figure out where to call home during traveling edventure. Whether you want to be on the move and visiting a ton of places, or you want to sit-tight in[…]
My friend tells the story of going on a college visit to NYC with her, then, 17 year old daughter. The first night in the city her daughter and a friend announced that they wanted to take off on the subway to go to dinner and have an adventure. My friend’s instinct was to say,[…]
Worried about talking to your parents about a Gap Year? Do you think a Gap Year might be right for you but want to know how to talk about it with your parents? Are you a parent who wants to know how to talk about Gap Years with your teenager? Watch this show to find[…]
It’s likely that among your first concerns, when your young person brought up the idea of traveling for a year, was cost. I know it is always my first question when my teens have approached us with the dream of a summer hopping trains across Europe, or buses across America, or crossing the Mediterranean and[…]
Does your student want to take a gap year but you’re not sure where to start with the planning? If your child is thinking about taking a gap year but you are feeling a little overwhelmed at the idea of planning it, you’re not alone! It’s normal to struggle with the logistics of planning a[…]
It’s hard to let kids go, especially to do things that we have not done ourselves. If you took a gap year when you were young, then it’s likely that you able to see this adventure from your child’s perspective (maybe better than they are!) Even so, you have worries, it’s natural. If you haven’t[…]
If you are in high school, chances are you or someone you know is working with a college counselor to help them through the painstaking college application process. For students who need help deciding which schools to apply to or how to write a great essay or how to finance their college experience, this guidance[…]
We are pleased and excited to announce our next TAP grant recipient! This week we share with you a glimpse of who H??ng Uyên Bùi is in her own words. H??ng Uyên Bùi Dear Mom, I have never made you unsatisfied, at school, I always make my best effort to become the best student[…]