Q1.

Where will the volunteers be living during teaching weeks?

A.

There will be various living areas provided by the schools. Some schools will provide student dorms, teacher dorms, or the principal dorm while some schools will let volunteers stay in a nearby hotel.

Q2.

Do the accommodations have air conditioning and washing machines?

A.

Although some of living spaces have equipped air conditioning, do not expect that you will stay at a space with air conditioning. Almost every school, if not all, have washing machines.

Q3.

Are mosquito bites a serious problem?

A.

You may use Citronella oil or mosquito repellant to prevent bites. However, because it is during the summer and the schools are in more remote areas, expect that there will be mosquitoes.

Q4.

Can volunteers send email during the teaching weeks?

A.

Most schools have wired Internet connections in the computer lab. You may bring your laptop but do not expect there to be wireless connection on campus.

Q5.

How much money should I bring for this trip?

A.

It will vary depending on individuals. Some volunteers in the past spent close to US$800 for haircuts, CDs, video games, movies, computer accessories, and food while others spent only US$100 for CDs and souvenirs. We believe that US$150~200 will be enough.

Q6.

Can parents visit volunteers during the teaching weeks?

A.

We do not recommend any visits from relatives because of the nature of the program. We want the volunteers to be able to concentrate on helping their students, and visits may disrupt their day and teaching plans.