Meet Our Students

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Maelis (17)

female, ITALY

Languages: Italian, French, English, Spanish
Siblings: One older brother
Mother: Executive Assistant
Father: Carabinieri Officer
Religion: Not Involved
IM020WW Y

Interests

Playing volleyball, Writing, Cooking, Hiking

Letter to my Host Family

more to come later!

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Amy (17)

female, NETHERLANDS

Languages: Dutch, French, German, English
Siblings: one younger sister
Mother: Human Resource Manager
Father: Carpenter
Religion: Not Involved
NL004HH Y

Interests

Volleyball, Board Games, Traveling TS

Letter to my Host Family

Amy, from the Netherlands has a close relationship with her family. She describes herself as “a funny, outgoing, and social person who loves connecting with others and trying new things”. One of her greatest passions is playing volleyball; she thrives on being part of a team. In addition to volleyball, Amy enjoys various activities, including spending time with friends, shopping, ziplining, playing board games and reading. She is eager to stay active and hopes to join the volleyball team and try something new, such as cheerleading or another sport at her American high school. Traveling is another of Amy's loves; she has had the chance to explore many different countries; “I love learning how people live in other countries, what they eat, how they celebrate, and what daily life looks like for them. It’s fascinating to see how different yet similar people can be around the world.” Amy is excited to share Dutch traditions with others, cook typical dishes, and celebrate holidays as they do back home. She is particularly looking forward to experiencing Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas with her American 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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Ilyan (15)

male, FRANCE

Languages: French, English, Spanish
Siblings: one older brother
Mother: School Assistant
Father: Butcher
Religion: Not Involved
FR029HH Y

Interests

Video games, reading, some sports

Letter to my Host Family

More info. to follow.

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Angelina (17)

female, FRANCE

Languages: French, English, Basque, Spanish
Siblings: None
Mother: Merchant
Father: Merchant
Religion: Not Involved
FR017HH Y

Interests

Geopolitics, fashion, dancing, and cooking.

Letter to my Host Family

Angelina is a warm, enthusiastic girl from the Southwest of France who would be a wonderful addition to any host family. She’s positive, open‑minded, and genuinely loves connecting with people. As an only child, she’s both independent and very appreciative of family life. She’s respectful, responsible, and adapts easily to new routines. She loves animals, enjoys an active lifestyle, and is excited to share French cooking—tarts, gratin dauphinois, Basque talo, and more. Her experience in Model United Nations shows her curiosity about the world and her maturity. She dreams of becoming a lawyer and sees this exchange year as an essential step toward her future. Angelina can’t wait to experience American school life, join activities (cheerleading is her dream), and celebrate traditions like Thanksgiving and Christmas. Hosting her means welcoming a joyful, motivated young woman who will truly become part of your family.

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Iori (18)

female, JAPAN

Languages: Japanese, English
Siblings: Two younger brothers and one younger sister
Mother: Employee
Father: Employee
Religion: Not Involved
JA004HH Y

Interests

Tennis, Baking/Cooking, baseball, and walking.

Letter to my Host Family

Meet Lori, from central Japan. She is so excited to visit the United States as this will be her very first time abroad! She loves playing soft tennis, making sweets, cooking Japanese food like shogayaki (ginger pork), talking about music with friends, and going for relaxing walks. During her stay, she can’t wait to experience everyday American life and share Japanese culture (and treats!) with her host family. One day, she hopes to become a Japanese teacher. She is truly looking forward to meeting you!

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Camilla (17)

female, FRANCE

Languages: French, Italian, English, Spanish
Siblings: One older sister and one younger sister
Mother: Photographer
Father: Program Director
Religion: Not Involved
FR003HH Y

Interests

Fitness/Gym, Boxing, Dance, Theatre, and Cooking

Letter to my Host Family

Camilla is a bright and adventurous French‑Italian student who can’t wait to spend a year in the U.S. She’s excited to discover new cultures, experience everyday American life, and build lasting connections with her host family. Camilla is outgoing and curious—she loves spending time with friends, going to concerts and festivals, cooking, and exploring fashion. Family is very important to her, and she’s especially close to her two sisters. At home, she enjoys caring for her Golden Retriever and turtle, though she does need a cat‑free home due to allergies. Camilla is determined, sociable, and full of energy. Hosting her means welcoming a student who is eager to learn, share her own traditions, and become part of your family’s daily life.

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Soheyl (18)

male, FRANCE

Languages: French, English, Spanish
Siblings: one younger brother
Mother: School Assistant
Father: Butcher
Religion: Muslim - Inactive
FR028HH Y

Interests

Basketball, Bowling, Padel, Aviation, Animals TS

Letter to my Host Family

Soheyl (Adam) lives with his mother and brother in the southwestern part of France. Adam loves animals, especially dogs. He enjoys activities like karting, board games, video games and basketball. He is interested in learning American football and baseball. His future goal is to work in aviation, inspired by his childhood dream of being an airline pilot. He has already taken theoretical courses related to aviation. He also has a passion for architecture and design, using software like Photoshop and Illustrator for technical art projects. Adam describes himself as calm, reserved and respectful. He is excited to explore the diverse culture of the United States, particularly its holidays and traditions. Adam views this exchange as a chance for cultural sharing and personal growth, aiming to return to France with broader perspectives and lasting memories. “I am fully ready to commit myself to this exchange program in order to gain the most from it and return to France with a broader view of the world and unforgettable memories”

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Luana Maria (18)

female, ITALY

Languages: Italian, Spanish, English
Siblings: One older sister and one younger sister
Mother: Caretaker
Father:
Religion: Not Involved
IM017HH Y

Interests

Volleyball, Gym, Cooking TS

Letter to my Host Family

Meet Luana who is from an Italian city bursting with history and postcard-perfect scenes. Italian born and Peruvian at heart, she shares her lively home with her mom, stepdad, two sisters, her rabbit, and a hamster named Taco. Luana describes herself as active, cheerful, curious and positive, a bit shy at first, then she becomes very sociable. She is a very responsible and reliable person. Luana loves hanging out with friends but also treasures her quiet moments. She enjoys going to the gym and having a healthy lifestyle. She has played volleyball for 2 years, she enjoys being part of a team. Her downtime she enjoys being with friends, music with happy vibes, and quality family time. She enjoys cooking especially desserts and lasagna is her favorite, and she also looks forward to making Peruvian dishes. At school, Law is her favorite subject. She keeps her room tidy “because I like living in an organized space and I work hard to do this every day”. She's got it all figured out—or at least seems like she does!

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Ciao Shin (18)

female, TAIWAN

Languages: Taiwanese, English
Siblings: One older sister
Mother: Kindergarten Teacher
Father: Banker
Religion: Not Involved
TP006WW Y

Interests

Sports, Soccer, Traveling, Watching car racing, Watching sports games

Letter to my Host Family

Josie is a bright and determined student from Taiwan who comes from a close-knit family and cherishes time spent traveling and celebrating traditions like Chinese New Year. She is passionate about soccer, having played since kindergarten and competing in tournaments both in Taiwan and abroad. She also enjoys playing the drums and trying new experiences. Curious, kind, and resilient, Josie is excited to experience American culture, improve her English, and become part of a host family’s daily life. She looks forward to joining school activities, especially soccer, and sharing her Taiwanese culture through food and traditions. Josie says, “I’m ready to try new things, challenge myself, and embrace this once-in-a-lifetime experience.”

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