Labo Summer Outbound Program: 4 Weeks

July 11th - August 9th, 2007, Application Deadline & $100 non refundable deposit due to the State 4-H Office by February 26th (Forms Below).

The cost of the trip is $3275. which includes airfare, all transportation, medical insurance, meals and housing.

A $100 non-refundable deposit is due with the application on February 26th.

70% of the remaining fees are due April 15th.

The remaining 30% is due May 15th.

Please review the cancellation and refund policy.

In the past additional fees have been added as the price of airfare increases. You will be responsible for any additional fees imposed by the airlines.

4-H’ers can gain a credit of $1000 by hosting a year long Labo student and $100 by hosting a summer long student. The maximum credit that can be used at one time is $1000.

Application Packet - Due to the State 4-H Office by February 26th.

Note: The application packet consists of the two documents posted below. The same form is used for both the 4 week and 7 week programs.

Summer Outbound Application Packet

Summer Outbound Medical Forms

Please Submit by February 26th:
1. An electronic copy of both completed forms by way of email
2. A signed, printed copy of the documents.
(*Be sure to keep a copy for your records)
3. A check for $100 payable to Worldwise Exchange Services

Note: Applicant packet does not include Interview Form. The interview form will be filled out by the Georgia 4-H staff member who conducts the interview. Please do not wait until the last minute to complete forms. Contact me if you are interested so that we can schedule an interview.

Link to Labo Website with additional information: http://www.labo-exchange.com/japansummer.htm

The University of Georgia takes knowledge of foreign languages and foreign countries into consideration when evaluating applicants.

Labo Nihongo Program: 7 Weeks

June 14th - August 9th, 2007, Application Deadline & $100 non refundable deposit due to the State 4-H Office by February 26th.

The cost of this trip is $4095. This program offers three weeks of intensive Japanese language instructions, followed by a four week stay with a host family.

A $100 non-refundable deposit is due with the application on February 26th.

70% of the remaining fees are due April 15th.

The remaining 30% is due May 15th.

Please review the cancellation and refund policy.

In the past additional fees have been added as the price of airfare increases. You will be responsible for any additional fees imposed by the airlines.

Labo Summer Outbound Students Had A Great Time In Japan

There is no better way to learn about life in a foreign country than by living with a host family. This year six Georgia 4-H'ers enjoyed a side of Japan that few tourists ever see.

While in Japan, last year's students ate new foods, went to camp and learned how to properly sort your trash at a Japanese fast food restaurant. The six students represented Georgia well and came back with lots of photos and unforgettable experiences.

Since 1972, thousands of teenagers have spent a month living as an exchange student in Japan, and they all returned home with a greater understanding of themselves and their place in our increasingly global society.

Spending a month in Japan is truly a life changing experience. Participants live with a Labo family and experience a world tourists never see. They share everyday life and activities and meet relatives and friends from the community.

The program runs from mid-July to mid-August and is open to 4-H’ers between the ages of 12 to 18.

This is a truly amazing opportunity for students who are serious about learning the Japanese language. Link to Labo Website with additional information:
http://www.labo-exchange.com/nihongo.html