Anne/Ankara Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 We've just confirmed that we're moving to Turkey! This is a very exciting opportunity for us, and we're all thrilled at the new adventure ahead. My dh will take a position at a prestigious English language research university in Ankara, Bilkent University, which has outstanding deparments in classical music, nanotechnology, archeology, art history, Turkish literature, engineering, international relations, just to name a few. It is a beautiful new campus located just outside the capital, http://www.bilkent.edu.tr/ Our kids will attend the international high school on campus, which offers an IB diploma program (three languages, heavy on math and science, just terrific curriculum). We spent some time there in May and we're very impressed with the students and the faculty-- it is really special! And I will help out there two days a week in their English classes. So, lots of changes for us! Now I'll have to change my name from Anne/PA to Anne/Bilkent or something! But I'm sure I'll continue to hang out here for all the ongoing information and advice that I receive here. And I can say that our WTM education, from K-8th grade, really prepared my kids to face this new challenging step in their educational program. They're very excited, and so am I! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarah CB Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 How exciting! That sounds like an amazing opportunity for you all. I hope you do hang around here and post about your experiences. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenny in Atl Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 Very cool. What an amazing experience you all will have. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmgconner Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 How very, very cool! Congratulations! And yes, keep us posted on your move and new home! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brigitte Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 Wow! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momofkhm Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 Congratulations to dh. Big fun for all! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Alfred Academy Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 What an incredible adventure!!! Big changes are ahead for you and your family, but it sounds incredible! Are you keeping a blog? Would love to "see" what life will be like for you there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammyla Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 Congratulations. What a wonderful opportunity. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
homeschoolmomof6 Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 Congratulations to you and your family. I've spent 11 of the last 19 years overseas and loved every minute of it. Your all going to have a blast!! Blessings, Amanda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doran Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 What a huge, wonderful change. I can't even imagine it! Excited for you and your kids. We'll be counting on hearing about your experiences here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
percytruffle Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 Anne, that is phenomenally exciting! You must keep coming here to share your experiences with us! Blessings to you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura Corin Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 What fun! Best wishes with the move. Laura Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcconnellboys Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 Wow! Just WOW! How exciting! Good luck to you in your move! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TammyinTN Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 This sounds like an awesome opportunity! Congratulations!:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catalinakel Posted July 11, 2008 Share Posted July 11, 2008 Very cool. We are going to be working at a charter school this next year whose founders are from Turkey. It is modeled after a sister school also started by Turkish folk, and each summer that school takes a field trip to Turkey, so we're hoping maybe to get a trip to there in the not too distant future. Your lives will be changed, I am sure. Turkey seems so historical in a very big way. Please do keep us all updated on this grand adventure. maybe start a blog? If I was able to do it, anyone can! ;) Thanks for sharing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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