Meet Our Students

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Timothe (18)

male, FRANCE

Languages: French, English, Spanish
Siblings: None
Mother: Store Manager
Father: Business Manager
Religion: Not Involved
FR023HH Y

Interests

Judo, running, gym, swimming, drawing/art and cooking TS

Letter to my Host Family

Tim describes himself as inquisitive, respectful, and vibrant young individual, always eager to explore new horizons and wholeheartedly engages in every endeavor he undertakes. Tim loves sports, particularly gym workouts/ weight training, running, and swimming. Additionally, he was a member of a JunoMichi sports club, a variant of judo, for 8 years. His artistic side: he loves drawing/art, creative projects and enjoys cooking. Family is very important to Tim. He also has a love for nature and relishes spending time outdoors. During a school internship last year, he had the incredible opportunity to spend a month in Mozambique. “Living away from my usual environment taught me to take initiative, manage my daily life, and adapt to new situations.” He is genuinely excited about discovering the American school system. “My goal is to cultivate genuine bonds with you, sharing laughter, stories, and unforgettable moments while fully integrating into your family.”

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Marcell (17)

male, HUNGARY

Languages: Hungarian, English
Siblings: Twin brother
Mother: Employee
Father: Employee
Religion: Not Involved
CI016HH Y

Interests

Piano, computer science, political science, and various school clubs such as finance and entrepreneurship.

Letter to my Host Family

Marcell is a thoughtful and motivated student who enjoys learning and trying new things. He has a strong interest in computer science, politics, and business, and stays involved at school through clubs like business, chemistry, and advanced math. In his free time, he enjoys playing the piano and spending time with friends. Marcell is organized, helpful, and naturally curious, often stepping in to assist teachers with technical tasks. He enjoys being social but also appreciates a calm, comfortable home environment. As Marcell shares, “Going to the U.S. has always been a dream of mine—I want to experience what American high school life is really like.” He is looking forward to becoming part of a host family, building meaningful connections, and growing through this experience. Marcell would feel most comfortable in a pet-free home.

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Maiwenn (14)

female, FRANCE

Languages: French, German, English
Siblings: Two older brothers and one younger brother
Mother: Product Designer
Father: Marketing Manager
Religion: Not Involved
FR022HH Y

Interests

Volleyball, figure skating, dancing, drawing, and reading.

Letter to my Host Family

Meet Maïwenn from France with Italian roots who comes from a close, lively family. Growing up in a rural area, she has learned the value of connection, adaptability, and shared moments—whether cooking together, celebrating holidays, or simply spending time with loved ones. At home, she’s especially devoted to her cat, Raven, who she lovingly cares for and considers a true member of the family. Maïwenn is excited to experience everyday American life: attending school, joining in family routines, celebrating holidays like Halloween and Thanksgiving, and discovering what makes life in the U.S. unique. She hopes to become fluent in English, build meaningful friendships, and form a strong bond with her host family. Curious, cheerful, and thoughtful, Maïwenn is eager to fully immerse herself, share her culture, and return home enriched by the relationships and experiences she gains.

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Fanny (18)

female, FRANCE

Languages: French, English, Spanish
Siblings: One older brother
Mother: Housewife
Father: Software developer
Religion: Catholic
FR007HH Y

Interests

Dance team, gym, running, and baking

Letter to my Host Family

Meet Fanny from France!  Fanny is extremely enthusiastic about the opportunity to spend an exchange year in the U.S. It is one of her “biggest dreams” and she has been focused on making it happen since she was young. Spending an exchange year in the U.S. is what has motivated her to study English. Fanny explains that she is extremely grateful for her friends and family and values those relationships highly. Her friends describe her as someone who is very kind, thoughtful, funny, emotional and reliable.  One of her other dreams- going to an American football game and rooting for her team!    She also loves all animals especially her cats Bambou and Ficelle with whom she shares a deep connection.  Fanny loves to do crafts and dance (she is currently on a dance team). She also enjoys the self-discipline she gets from pushing herself at the gym and often clears her head by going for a run. She also enjoys all genres of music.  Baking is also one of Fanny’s hobbies, her specialty is cinnamon rolls because she loves the smell. Fanny is overflowing with energy and excitement; she is more than ready to make the most of her exchange year here in the US. 

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Chotipat (15)

male, THAILAND

Languages: Thai, English
Siblings: one younger brother
Mother: Business Owner
Father: Business Owner
Religion: Buddism
TH002HH Y

Interests

basketball, guitar, collecting shoes

Letter to my Host Family

Cooper is a thoughtful, respectful, and open-minded student from Thailand who is excited about the opportunity to live with a host family in the United States. Growing up in a Thai-international school environment has helped him become adaptable, communicative, and comfortable with people from many different backgrounds, and his previous experience living abroad with a host family in Brisbane, Australia, gave him even more confidence, independence, and ease in adjusting to new environments. His main goal as an exchange student is to improve his English, experience American school and family life, and continue growing through cultural exchange. Sports are a major part of his life, especially basketball, which is one of his greatest passions. He is a member of his school basketball team, was selected as a GBAC All Star, and has also trained in New York, where he was inspired by American basketball culture and coaching. In addition to basketball, he has experience in ice hockey, skiing, badminton, and golf, showing that he enjoys staying active and trying new things. Outside of sports, he enjoys music, is learning to play the guitar, likes watching movies, and occasionally plays video games. Easygoing and not a picky eater, Cooper would bring a positive attitude, a strong sense of responsibility, and genuine excitement to a host family while creating meaningful memories through the exchange experience.

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Tihalina (17)

female, FRANCE

Languages: French, English, Spanish
Siblings: One older brother, one younger sister, and one younger brother
Mother: Unknown
Father: Naturopathic Doctor
Religion: Catholic
FR006HH Y

Interests

Tennis, dance, basketball, and scouting.

Letter to my Host Family

Tihalina from France, writes “I want to discover the world not through books or screens, but through smiles, meetings, and everyday gestures.”  She and her family have adopted goats who they refer to as the “Queens of the garden”.  Besides loving her four-legged family members, she enjoys a close-knit home life with her two brothers and dad. She describes herself as independent and enthusiastic.  She has a wide range of interests including music, reading, photography and scouting which she enjoys due the respect for nature and teamwork that it fosters.  She is also very involved in sports and physical activity such as tennis, basketball, ping pong, track, dance, and roller skating.  She is also very dedicated to the philosophy of cultural exchange. She is extremely focused on bringing unique cultural experiences to the table-literally- she loves to cook crepes, kouign-amman and her family’s special recipe from the Southwest of France,  canelés Bordelais.  Tihalina also wants to learn about and take part in such American traditions as Thanksgiving.  Please consider opening your home to a student who is full of appreciation of other cultures and wishes to learn all she can as well as share the uniqueness of her own with you. 

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Hang En (17)

female, TAIWAN

Languages: Taiwanese, English, German
Siblings: older brother
Mother: Teacher
Father: Teacher
Religion: Not Involved
TP003HH Y

Interests

cooking, baking, watching movies, boxing, swimming

Letter to my Host Family

Hannah is a thoughtful, motivated student from Taiwan who brings a wonderful balance of responsibility, creativity, and warmth. As president of her Applied English Student Association, she’s already shown strong leadership and the ability to manage events and handle pressure with maturity. Outside of school, she stays active through boxing and handstand training and loves cooking everything from traditional Taiwanese dishes to pasta, steak, and curry. She’s also a big fan of musicals—both live and on screen—which she enjoys sharing and discussing with others. Hannah describes herself as 40% outgoing and 60% introverted: she loves exploring with her host family but also respects quiet time to recharge. She adores animals, enjoys trying new things, and is working hard to strengthen her English before arrival. Ready to step out of her comfort zone, she hopes to become a true part of a family’s daily life. Families looking for a capable, kind, and culturally curious student won’t want to miss the chance to host Hannah.

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Liz (17)

female, NETHERLANDS

Languages: Dutch, English, French, Latin, German, Greek
Siblings: One older brother
Mother: French Teacher
Father: Management Administrator
Religion: Not Involved
NL002WW Y

Interests

Track and Field, Skiing, Musicals, Tennis, Mountain biking, Swimming, Gym

Letter to my Host Family

One of the main reasons why I want to go on an exchange year, is because I hope to grow as a person by becoming more independent, open-minded, and confident! I also hope to meet new people and to make lifelong friends and endless memories. People describe me as a very active person. In my free time, I love playing sports, especially track and field. I participate the most in running events. Recently, my mother and I participated in a competition in Paris, where we ran 20km! Moving my body makes me feel focused and happy and I enjoy challenging myself to improve every time I train. I've always been fascinated by the American culture, traditions, and school life. I'm so excited to step out of my comfort zone and challenge myself to be in a new environment. I'm excited to be part of an American high school and to see what everyday life is like in a host family.

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Arthur (18)

male, FRANCE

Languages: French, English, German
Siblings: Two younger sisters
Mother: Nurse
Father: Landscaper
Religion: Not Involved
FR008HH Y

Interests

Swimming, cycling, and hiking

Letter to my Host Family

Meet Arthur who has a big desire to continue learning English and the American culture is very important to him. Arthur is a true thinker of the world. He seeks the experience of culture and being a part of the American Schools is exciting to him. He wants to immerse himself in American traditions and all our Holidays. If you celebrate holidays, he is a perfect fit for your family traditions. Arthur, being very open-minded, will embrace all of his time in America. Arthur is athletic and enjoys sport competitions. He has been swimming for a long time. He loves bike riding and hiking or just walking around to see different environments from fields to forest. He feels very connected with the mountains and the beauty of the mountains. His adventurous side takes him to the wild rides of roller coasters, he loves them! He has a great bond with his family and can talk to his mom about anything and enjoys watching and learning sports with his dad. Let’s make Arthur’s wish come true to come to America!

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Salome (17)

female, GEORGIA

Languages: Georgian, English, Russian, French
Siblings: One younger brother and
Mother: Employee
Father: Employee
Religion: Christian Orthodox
CI014HH Y

Interests

Skiing, Camping, Hiking, Graphic design, Music, Reading, F1, Crosswords, Sudoku, Arts and Crafts

Letter to my Host Family

Salome is a passionate, outgoing, and creative student who loves reading, music, and outdoor adventures like hiking, skiing, and camping. She enjoys arts and crafts, puzzles, and staying active as a camp counselor. Coming from a close-knit family, she values connection, community, and helping others, especially her younger siblings. She is social and enjoys spending time with friends through simple gatherings, outdoor activities, and cultural outings. Salome is interested in pursuing a future in public relations, combining her communication skills with a passion for global connection. She is excited to experience American culture, build lifelong friendships, and become a part of a new family.

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