January filers VSC lottery, who gets the jackpot next?

[Herolmounia 0]

Hello everyone

Just got back from visiting England, had a wonderful time! It was hard to have to leave as i'm sure you all know that feeling. I was hoping to receive some notice prior to, or while I was away but no such luck

Current Status: Response to request for evidence received, and case processing has resumed. ( April 10th )

June 10th will be 60 days ... what should I do, just wait on them or is it possible to call and inquire about it?

PS who else is a Jan 08 filer at VSC and still waiting?

Thanks,

Lynda

I was hoping you've been approved already.....

there is still Herolmounia who are also waiting for the NOA2. They have tried calling but was discouraged by the not so friendly person that Mounia's fiance talked to.... but you or you fiance can try calling, who know you will end up calling a nice person who could give you positive response.

I wish and pray that you and Herolmounia will get that long overdue NOA2 soonest. Stay strong and keep the faith burning.

thanks Gaye for ur sincere support i hope u will get the visa very soon don't worry, if u have to then call the embassy! but i am sure u will get it

lynda and keith, me and Herol we r really try the worst waiting ever!!!

but Thank God we are praying and hoping we ll have it very soon inshallah.

there is also "kimiko and carl" and "obim"

and "nicole" who just got the approval 05/17

Edited June 1, 2008 by Herolmounia

[psiprez 3]

Hello everyone

Just got back from visiting England, had a wonderful time! It was hard to have to leave as i'm sure you all know that feeling. I was hoping to receive some notice prior to, or while I was away but no such luck

Current Status: Response to request for evidence received, and case processing has resumed. ( April 10th )

June 10th will be 60 days ... what should I do, just wait on them or is it possible to call and inquire about it?

PS who else is a Jan 08 filer at VSC and still waiting?

Thanks,

Lynda

I was hoping you've been approved already.....

there is still Herolmounia who are also waiting for the NOA2. They have tried calling but was discouraged by the not so friendly person that Mounia's fiance talked to.... but you or you fiance can try calling, who know you will end up calling a nice person who could give you positive response.

I wish and pray that you and Herolmounia will get that long overdue NOA2 soonest. Stay strong and keep the faith burning.

You haven't called yet? Don't wait until June 10th, call now.

If you don't remember, it worked for us. I only waited 30 days to call, but the person I spoke to couldn't have been nicer. I simply explained that we had returned the RFE a while ago and were wondering what was going on with our case. She suspiciously said that 'just yesterday' it was re-assigned to our adjudicator and sent to their desk. Two days later we were approved.

I really do believe that RFE cases just get lost in the shuffle, and that they are well aware of that.

If you don't get results the first time, or the person is rude, just call back. And call again each week until you do get approved. After waiting 60 days, calling once a week is in no way excessive. Afterall, the RFE letter TELLS you to call!

Don't worry, the approval will come through. Soon.

[greeneyedgirlfl 0]

Just wanted to wish everyone a happy Sunday!!! Last week of school for me (then next week is summer school), so I have to do a mountain of planning this weekend!

Dawn, you are just the perfect person to ask.

Classes in Johnston county, NC would start August 25 but I am seriously considering going to the US first week of september when ticket prices become considerably cheaper. My question is: Do you think it is ok for the kids to miss out the first 3-4 weeks of school? Do you think they would still be able to cope up with lessons? (My daughter is 10, would be 11 next november, while my son is 8, would be 9 by september.) Do you think it would be ok for the kids to attend school 3rd or 4th week of september then be absent on Oct. 3 or would it be better for them to start school till after october 3 when everything has finally been settled, including the wedding.

I have talked to the kids and they said they are ok with going there on september, though they would actually rather stay here till next year or even till after they finish grade school (which is sooo out of the question ). Classes here starts next week and the kids would still be going to thier old school here June-July so they will be occupied while waiting and also be able to spend more time with their friends in school.

Any inputs you could share would be greatly appreciated.

I teach high school (ages 15-18), so my experience is slightly different than at the elementary level. I consulted a colleague who has more elementary expertise. At the high school level, most students already have set skills (math and reading), and the majority of classes are content, not skills based. At the elementary level, though, instruction is centered around learning skills such as reading and math. As a result, missing time at school puts children at a disadvantage.

My friend told me that missing the first couple of weeks should not be a problem, but anything beyond that could make them fall behind. Our nation is standardized-test crazy (scores are EVERYTHING), so schools start earlier and earlier with skills preparation for the tests. Based on their ages, your daughter should be entering 5th grade, and your son should be entering 3rd grade. If English is not their first or primary language, they may be given a test to measure their English proficiency. Depending on the scores, they may be placed in a class for limited English (in FL we call it English for Speakers of Other Languages-ESOL).

If you go on the state Department of Education (DOE) site for North Carolina, they can give you more information about testing and entering your children in school.

I hope this helps a little...

Edited June 1, 2008 by greeneyedgirlfl

[Alex & Rachel 78]

It sucks that Vermont is so slow at replying to RFEs! I hope that you and Herolmounia receive your NoA2s as soon as possible, Lynda! Good luck with calling them - I hope you're put in contact with a sympathetic person.

Sally - it's good that you're able to get it free on the NHS, but argh at NHS waiting times! I'll keep my fingers crossed for you getting an appointment soon...

[Sal and Jay 2]

It sucks that Vermont is so slow at replying to RFEs! I hope that you and Herolmounia receive your NoA2s as soon as possible, Lynda! Good luck with calling them - I hope you're put in contact with a sympathetic person.

Sally - it's good that you're able to get it free on the NHS, but argh at NHS waiting times! I'll keep my fingers crossed for you getting an appointment soon...

Well originally the nhs said i had to pay for it because i had a private medical, but my doctor fought the case and said shes entitled to free care while she is a british citizen and explained that the private medical indicated a further check was needed, and he then said we now need to do this on the nhs, and four phone calls later they agreed, I have a most wonderful doctor here, He then told me not to worry, hopefully it will be clear but if its not we will take the problem from there. I just dont want to battle with Knightsbridge doctors and if its clear i will expect them to release my medical papers to the embassy so my visa can be sent to me. we shall have to see.

[dbears 1]

I teach high school (ages 15-18), so my experience is slightly different than at the elementary level. I consulted a colleague who has more elementary expertise. At the high school level, most students already have set skills (math and reading), and the majority of classes are content, not skills based. At the elementary level, though, instruction is centered around learning skills such as reading and math. As a result, missing time at school puts children at a disadvantage.

My friend told me that missing the first couple of weeks should not be a problem, but anything beyond that could make them fall behind. Our nation is standardized-test crazy (scores are EVERYTHING), so schools start earlier and earlier with skills preparation for the tests. Based on their ages, your daughter should be entering 5th grade, and your son should be entering 3rd grade. If English is not their first or primary language, they may be given a test to measure their English proficiency. Depending on the scores, they may be placed in a class for limited English (in FL we call it English for Speakers of Other Languages-ESOL).

If you go on the state Department of Education (DOE) site for North Carolina, they can give you more information about testing and entering your children in school.

I hope this helps a little...

Thank you very much Dawn. This has indeed helped. I'm checking DOE-MC now.

[dbears 1]

Crossing fingers, toes and all things that can be crossed for you Sally.. I hope and pray that you will be able to share good news re: medical this week.

Lynda, Karen is right, you shouldn't wait for June 10, try calling this Monday.

Mounia, I hope you could also convince Herol to call again, who knows this time you guys will get lucky and be able to speak to a nicer fellow.

I hope and pray that this week will bring good news to everybody. (F) (F)

[KitEEgirl 0]

Can everyone believe it's June already? I'm turning 25 this week AND I'm getting married a week from Saturday.

[imtay 0]

Hey everyone, we just wanted to share our good news. We had our interview today in Amsterdam and were approved!!!! We are sitting at a local Irish pub toasting our success! Soooooo happy!! Good luck to those waiting!

[Sal and Jay 2]

Hey everyone, we just wanted to share our good news. We had our interview today in Amsterdam and were approved!!!! We are sitting at a local Irish pub toasting our success! Soooooo happy!! Good luck to those waiting!

Congrats

[KimandRuss 0]

Congratulations imtay!

Thinking of you Sally!

Happy Bday and good luck next saturday Nicole.

Gaye.. hope you hear something soon!

I'm psyched it's June and hope this is our month!!!

[Alex & Rachel 78]

Congratulations!

KitEEgirl - I know! Where on earth did May go? And a pre-emptive happy birthday! I'm 25 this summer, too.

Sal - aw, that was so good of your doctor! I have a real fear of doctors (in spite of, or perhaps because , my brother and aunt are doctors) so I enjoy hearing about doctors who are lovely and helpful. Good luck dealing with Knightsbridge.

[Herolmounia 0]

Hey everyone, we just wanted to share our good news. We had our interview today in Amsterdam and were approved!!!! We are sitting at a local Irish pub toasting our success! Soooooo happy!! Good luck to those waiting!

Congratulations imtay

Lynda, Karen is right, you shouldn't wait for June 10, try calling this Monday.

Mounia, I hope you could also convince Herol to call again, who knows this time you guys will get lucky and be able to speak to a nicer fellow.

I hope and pray that this week will bring good news to everybody.

my baby Herol just called the lawyer, didnt find him hopefuly he will call back later today, and he also called USCIS he talked to a man who told him "u should call june 8th and do not expect a decision it might be only a response for the RFE "( is it good or they need something else)

Edited June 2, 2008 by Herolmounia

[SusieLuvsPaul 0]

june 6th is approaching! worried and excited at the same time!

[Herolmounia 0]

june 6th is approaching! worried and excited at the same time!

Good luck with the interview my prayers with u