FOREIGN
SERVICE YOUTH FOUNDATION (FSYF)
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2008 PARENT
SURVEY
Current needs &
interests of Foreign Service Youth
Ages of children:
From the following list of current and potential activities
and services, please rank in importance the programs/services that you find of
most interest (1 being highest). Most FSYF events take place in the Washington,
DC area. Foreign Service families are invited to attend these events, even
if only here for a short time. Some programs may be available at post.
ACTIVITIES
AND SERVICES FOR YOUTH
Educational programs about transition, moving, making friends, culture shock, etc.
Mentor program (college process, employment/career)
Sponsorship Program - connecting Foreign Service youth
Team building activities
FSYF Newsletter
FSYF
Web Site
Special group events (i.e. White House Tour, Capitol Hill Visit, or special
events)
Youth social activities (skating, movies, holiday parties, etc.)
Foreign Service Youth Club
Community
service opportunities for FS youth - sharing their knowledge and experiences College
Prep Materials
ACTIVITIES
AND SERVICES FOR FAMILIES
Information
packet for families coming to DC
Special group events (i.e. White House Tour, Capitol Hill Visit, or special
events)
Family activities and outings
Advocating for foreign language recognition and credit in local schools
Parenting in the FS discussion groups
Neighborhood Network - Who’s in my neighborhood?
Foreign Service family picnic
FSYF Newsletter
FSYF
Website
FS
Parent On-Line Groups
Comments/Other Suggestions
How do you prefer to receive information from the Foreign Service Youth
Foundation?
E-Mail
E-Mail Newsletters reference the FSYF Web Site
Physical Mail
Is it important to you that your child(ren) be connected to other Foreign Service kids?
Yes
No
Somewhat
How can the FSYF help you overseas?
What could help you most with this mobile lifestyle?
Which FSYF programs/services/activities have you liked?
Which FSYF programs/services/activities have you NOT liked?
If your family does not participate in FSYF programs/activities, why not?
What activities does your family enjoy together?
What activities do you enjoy with their peers?
How else can we be of help to you?
Please encourage your child(ren) to complete the
YOUTH survey. Younger children may need a parent’s help. Their perspective is
important to us too!
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Foundation and its programs.
Thank you for filling out the Youth Survey! IMPORTANT - If you want to
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