Meet Our Students

Meet Julia from Germany!  She will be joining us for one semester. One of the first things that Julia mentions about herself is how much she loves the English language.  She says that she thinks the English language is beautiful, she loves the sound of it, she loves studying it and she surrounds herself with English language music and English language TV series.  Julia also states that she enjoys political science and history classes at school.  She plays the guitar and loves listening to music. She also draws. She enjoys getting out and walking with friends as well. She enjoys trying new things and recently started a new hobby- nail art!   She has a younger brother with whom she is very close, even if they sometimes fight over Roblox. She does not have a pet, but she had always wanted one.  Open your heart and your home to this enthusiastic and fun-loving student!

Arianna from Italy lives with her family, which includes her mom, dad, brother, and their beloved dog, Lola, an Australian Shepherd, she loves animals. Her little brother is her favorite person. She describes herself as a funny girl, who loves talking, making new friendships and new experiences. Arianna has a deep passion for cooking, particularly when it comes to baking cookies. Her other interests include theatre, bicycling, listening to pop music, traveling and exploring new places and watching movies (her favorite genre is horror). Ari loves children and has worked as an entertainer at a summer camp for the past two years. She has also tried various sports, including dance, swimming, basketball, tennis, and gymnastics, with tennis being her favorite, she played for six years. After high school, Arianna dreams of becoming an au pair in the United States. She chose to participate in an exchange program to share Italian culture with her American family and community by cooking traditional dishes. Additionally, she aims to become more independent and improve her English skills. Although she is uncertain about her future, Arianna knows she loves working with children and envisions a career as a teacher. That's all from Italy for now, looking forward to meeting you!

Meet Emma, she is a bright student from France. She is looking forward to living with her American family and going to an American school. She lives with her parents and two cats; her sister doesn’t live at home but does come home for the weekends. “I would describe myself as a curious, creative, and caring person. My friends often say that I am a good listener and that I try to see the positive side of situations”. One of the biggest parts of her life is dancing. She has been dancing since she was 3. She also helps as an assistant in groups of young dancers. Books also play an important role in my daily life along with music. Emma enjoys traveling and learning new languages. She is currently learning Korean and Russian. Her favorite subjects at school Cinema, History, French and Philosophy. In the future, she would like to work in criminal behavior analysis.

Marcos is a cheerful happy person that loves to make others laugh. He is from a small town in Spain and is the youngest with three siblings. All of Marco’s siblings were also exchange students to the United States. He is a mature and well-mannered young man that loves to be outside and has a black belt in martial arts. Marcos loves to cook and play the piano. He is now learning to play the trombone. Marcos likes helping others and sports such as golf and flag football. He balances his love of activity with his love of music and relaxes to recharge his batteries. He is excited about improving his English in America and living with a family that is engaged and has a close relationship. Marcos loves time with others and is looking for a loving family in the United States.

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.

Alberto is a student from a small town in northwest Italy who attends a scientific high school with a sports focus. His program combines academics with sports-related studies, including economics and law of sports, and five hours of physical activity each week. He enjoys his classes, has a good relationship with his classmates, and likes spending time with friends after school. Alberto hopes to study in the United States because he is curious about new cultures, experiences, and sports. He sees this opportunity as a way to grow personally, improve his English, and become more independent. Having already completed a one-month exchange in France, he feels prepared to live away from home and embrace new challenges. Family is very important to Alberto. He lives with his parents, two brothers, and his dog, Frisky, an 8-year-old golden retriever. He loves animals and enjoys walking his dog, visiting his grandparents, traveling, hiking, and cooking with his family. Sports play a major role in Alberto’s life. He learned to ski at age three and enjoys skiing with his family and friends. He has played soccer and basketball and continues to go to the gym regularly. While in the U.S., he hopes to play basketball or soccer again or try new sports. Alberto is excited to learn about American culture, share his daily life with a host family, and build meaningful relationships during his exchange year.

Tsukine (“Tsuki”) is a motivated and kind high school student from central Japan who is excited to experience life in the U.S. She is a dedicated member of her badminton team, known for her strong work ethic and determination to improve, and she also enjoys dancing and performing at school events. Tsuki hopes to join school activities like dance club to build friendships and strengthen her English skills. She comes from a close-knit family and values time spent together, often helping cook meals and even making sushi to share with her host family. Tsuki has previous homestay experience in Australia, which inspired her to pursue a longer exchange. She is eager to experience American school life, engage in classroom discussions, and share her Japanese culture and traditions. Tsuki would be a thoughtful, hardworking, and engaging addition to any host family.

Zuzia is a warm, outgoing student from Poland who loves cooking, baking, and spending time with family and friends. She enjoys staying active, reading, and exploring the outdoors, and is especially excited to get involved in school activities like cheerleading or track. Zuzia is eager to experience American life, share her culture (and homemade pierogi!), and become a true part of her host family.

I am a kind, sociable, open-minded, sporty, self-sufficient, caring, and curious person who cannot wait to meet you! My favorite subjects in school are sciences and languages--I would love to be an architect one day! During my free time, I like doing sports, especially tennis. I have practised it for the past 8 years in the club of my city. I have been lucky enough to attend many sporting events because I share this passion with my father, such as soccer, handball, basketball and tennis matches! I love the emotions provided by sport, like major national competitions and I would like to discover American sports culture in high school, new sports and support my school during competitions! I also enjoy creative hobbies like making handmade gifts for my friends and family. Once, with a group of friends, we all made a personalized board game. I love the pleasure of offering and creating. I love cooking and baking too. I would love to share these moments with you and help you discover French cooking and pastry! Thank you for giving me this extraordinary opportunity, I am deeply grateful!

Tomás is an energetic and curious student who is excited to experience life in the United States and become part of a welcoming host family. As Tomás shares, “I truly can’t wait to start this life-changing journey, share my daily life with you, and learn from a new culture.” He enjoys staying active and has a strong passion for soccer, especially cheering for his favorite team, FC Barcelona. Tomás hopes to join a school team or club and is also excited to try new American sports. He has a strong musical background, having studied piano and tuba for seven years. In his free time, he enjoys reading adventure novels, watching movies, spending time with friends, and being outdoors. Tomás is sociable, positive, tidy, and enjoys cooking and sharing meals with his family.