We were contacted by our contracting organization today!  We are very excited that they have found us a reasonably priced, furnished apartment with a washing machine and TV--we will be in the lap of luxury!:)  Also, the apartment is within a 3 minute walk from the school so we will *not* have to go through all the hassle and expense of owning a car, unlike many of the others in my JET group.  Whew!

I will officially be the ALT at the Junior High School, which is a bit intimidating, but not as intimidating as high school.  It's great to know the age group I will be teaching so I can plan accordingly before I arrive.

Overall, we are so fortunate in our placement.  Not only will we not have to buy furniture or a car, but I have the luxury of remaining at only one school with one consistent group of students.  This is not the case for so many others in my position, and it is exactly what I had hoped to receive.  I am so grateful for everything we have been given!