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# Office of Overseas Schools

## 				Our Mission			

					The mission of the Office of Overseas Schools is to promote quality educational opportunities at the elementary and secondary level for dependents of American citizens carrying out the programs of the U.S. Government abroad. The office assists U.S. sponsored overseas schools in the operation and expansion of programs that embody the best educational practices employed in the United States and promotes a mutual understanding among peoples through education.				

Deputy Assistant Secretary

Keith Hanigan

					November 13, 2023				

#### 					College Board Webinar on College Admissions Recording				

					Watch Recordings Now					 U.S. Department of State and College Board Overseas Schools Project 2023 Admissions Leaders Roundtable Webinar 

					November 14, 2023				

#### 					Social Emotional and Child Protection Benchmarks Created				

					Read the Benchmarks					 Social Emotional and Child Protection Benchmarks Created 

					March 15, 2024				

#### 					New REO for Caribbean and Strategic Intitiatives				

					Learn More					 New Regional Education Officer (REO) for Caribbean and Strategic Initiatives 

					March 28, 2024				

#### 					Regional Associations and Assisted Schools Honored at UNESCO				

					Learn More					 Regional Associations and Assisted Schools Honored at UNESCO 

## 							Quick Links						

        -  											Fact Sheets										 
        -  											Bidding and Best Fit										 
        -  											Gifted and Talented										 
        -  											Child Protection and Mental Health										 
        -  											Special Needs Profiles 										 

### 											Fact Sheets											

The U.S. Department of State provides assistance to overseas schools through direct and indirect support programs designed to promote an American-style program. Each year assisted schools are asked to update short Fact Sheets to provide an overview of the school. You can peruse the Fact Sheets by country or by post. Each Fact Sheet includes: demographic breakdowns of faculty and students, curriculum, governance, and facility descriptions, and an overview of finances. 
													Explore Fact Sheets													Fact Sheets

### 											Bidding and Best Fit											

Using schools as a key priority when anticipating your next post assignment, there are several factors to consider. Does your child have special needs? Will they be entering high school? What type of curriculum is available? How will the child be able to transition to the next post? The Office of Overseas Schools can help parents think through these elements as they consider where their next assignment may be.
													Explore Bidding Resources													Bidding and Best Fit

### 											Gifted and Talented											

While formal Gifted and Talented programs are rare in international schools, there are many creative ways for parents to help their children who may need more challenging course work. The Office of Overseas Schools has resources for parents to find support for their children with exceptional learning needs. 
													Explore Gifted and Talented Resources													Gifted and Talented

### 											Child Protection and Mental Health											

The safety and security of young people in overseas schools is paramount. Through partnership with leading experts, the Office of Overseas Schools has developed resources on child protection, social emotional learning, and mental health.
													Browse Resources 													Child Protection and Mental Health

### 											Special Needs Profiles 											

Annually, the Office of Overseas Schools gathers information from assisted schools on their ability to serve children with exceptional learning needs. This data is compiled into a profile that can be used as a basis for your discussions with a Regional Education Officer on where may be the optimal match for your family's needs. 
													Explore Special Needs Profiles													Special Needs Profiles 

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