Meet Our Students

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!

Emie is from a small French beach town and loves to meet new people and explore new cultures. She loves running, swimming, drawing, and enjoying time with family. Emie is the oldest sibling and has one younger brother. She also likes dogs and especially cats. Emie speaks English and French and wants to become more bilingual by living with an American family. She is a sunny, happy person that loves to help others and is excited about experiencing the American dream.

Sacha is a friendly and energetic student from France who is excited about the opportunity to become part of an American family. He describes himself as sociable and open-minded, someone who loves meeting new people and having great conversations. Sacha enjoys spending time with friends, whether it’s going on car rides while singing their favorite songs or staying active together. Sports are a big part of his life, especially Muay Thai boxing, which helps him stay balanced and focused. He is also creative and enjoys drawing, fashion, music, and movies—especially imaginative films like Coraline. At home, Sacha shares a close bond with his older sister and loves caring for his energetic dog Oscar and two cats. “I’m excited to discover your culture, share mine, and create memories together as part of your 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!

Camille is a kind, thoughtful student from France who naturally fits into family life. She enjoys helping in the kitchen, joining everyday routines, and being part of the small moments that make a home feel connected. She’s great with younger kids, happy to walk the dog, and eager to pitch in wherever she’s needed. She values conversation, gratitude, and shared traditions, and she’s excited to learn from her host family while also bringing her own culture and perspective. She doesn’t want to be a guest—she wants to belong, contribute, and grow alongside the people who welcome her. Her warmth, curiosity, and steady presence make her the kind of student who quietly strengthens a household in meaningful ways. A student like her won’t be available for long—don’t miss the chance to welcome her.

Sergiu is a positive, ambitious 15‑year‑old from Moldova who brings energy, discipline, and a deep love for family life. For over 12 years he has practiced Moldovan national dance, proudly representing his country at events across Europe. He stays active through gym workouts, volleyball, table tennis, and hiking with friends. At home, Sergiu is responsible and dependable—he mows the lawn, waters the garden, feeds the family dogs, keeps his room tidy, and helps with dishes as part of his family’s teamwork‑focused routine. He volunteers regularly at American Corner Ungheni and enjoys contributing to his community. With a strong interest in leadership and entrepreneurship, Sergiu hopes to learn from his host family’s traditions, enjoy meaningful conversations, and become part of their daily life. He dreams of building lifelong friendships and growing into a confident, independent young leader. Host him, and you’ll gain a motivated, joyful teen who will make your home feel fuller in the best way.

Meet Candela “Cande” from Spain! She describes herself as a as a caring, responsible, organized, funny and well-educated teenager. She comes from a close knit immediate and extended family. Her hobbies include padel (a sport similar to pickle ball) volleyball, skiing, dancing, reading, playing boardgames and watching movies. Cande recently started attending an international school where she is surrounded by classmates from all different cultures. She stated that she “fell in love with” the US when she visited with her family in order to pick her sister up from camp. She looks forward to learning about our culture, our educational system and participating in new activities through her school and host family. Cande writes, “I think I can bring a positive and caring attitude to your family….I would be very grateful to share my culture and traditions as well as learn from yours.”

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.

Anna is excited about the opportunity to spend a school year in the United States and become part of an American family. She is eager to experience everyday life, traditions, and holidays while attending an American high school. She looks forward to school spirit, football games, dances, and joining clubs or activities where she can meet new friends and improve her English. In her free time, she enjoys cheerleading, which allows her to stay active and spend time with friends. She also loves baking and often makes treats for her family and friends. Music is an important part of her life and she enjoys listening to it while baking, crafting, or relaxing at home. She values spending time with loved ones, especially her sister, and enjoys simple activities like going to the movies, shopping, or taking walks together. She also loves animals and will miss her sweet dog, Crumble.

To learn more about me, please see my Dear Host Family Letter!