Meet Our Students

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Anna (16)

female, ITALY

Languages: Italian, German, English
Siblings: One older brother and one younger sister
Mother: Worker
Father: Worker
Religion: Not Involved
IM012HH Y

Interests

Baking/cooking, gymnastic, and plays piano

Letter to my Host Family

Anna lives in Italy with her older brother and younger sister. She did gymnastics for years, but due to the stress on her body, she now helps coach young girls in gym and began snowboarding with her dad and siblings. She also loves to run. She is interested in trying out new sports in America, perhaps cheerleading, but also likes music and the arts. Anna likes the outdoors, but likes to spend time inside also, usually in the kitchen. Baking and making traditional Italian dishes are her passion. She loves to cook and bake and would love to help her new family learn new recipes also. She has responsibilities in her home in Italy and expects to have similar ones in her new home. Anna is excited to be part of a family and learn more about the American culture. She is excited about riding a school bus, decorating her locker and experiencing high school in America.

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Aishabibi (17)

female, KAZAKHSTAN

Languages: Kazakh, Russian, English
Siblings: 2 older brothers
Mother: employee
Father: employee
Religion: Muslim - Inactive
CI003HH Y

Interests

volleyball, football, boxing, and learning languages.

Letter to my Host Family

Aishabibi is a kind‑hearted, thoughtful 16‑year‑old from Kazakhstan who instantly makes people feel comfortable. She grew up in a close, loving family and brings that same warmth into everything she does. She helps with cooking, cleaning, and keeping the home running smoothly, and she especially loves baking with her mom. Active and energetic, she enjoys football, volleyball, and boxing—sports she’s been around since childhood thanks to her grandfather, a former coach. She’s deeply curious about the world, passionate about languages and international relations, and eager to learn from a new culture. She uses Salbutamol only rarely for mild asthma. A family who welcomes her will gain a grateful, hardworking daughter who will leave a lasting mark on their hearts.

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Katharina (15)

female, GERMANY

Languages: German, English, French
Siblings: One older sister and one older brother
Mother: Teacher
Father: Lawyer
Religion: Catholic
GE004HH S

Interests

Horse riding, gymnastics, tennis, baking, & piano

Letter to my Host Family

Katharina, is a 15-year-old who is from northern Germany. She enjoys the outdoors and exercise, so she rides her bike to school every day. Besides her studies, she is a school first aider and conflict mediator. After school she likes to meet up with friends and go to tennis lessons and horse riding once a week. Her sister spent a year in the USA, and it is a dream of hers to do the same. Katharina would like to get involved in Clubs and also learn a new sport like volleyball, basketball, or even dance. She can't wait to make new friends and meet her host family so she can learn more about our culture and celebrate our holidays!

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Emie (18)

female, FRANCE

Languages: French, English, Spanish
Siblings: younger brother
Mother: Manager
Father: Project Manager
Religion: Not Involved
FR001HH Y

Interests

running, swimming, scrap booking, shopping

Letter to my Host Family

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.

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Samuel (15)

male, SPAIN

Languages: Spanish, English, Italian
Siblings: One older brother
Mother: Daycare director
Father: Industrial designer
Religion: Not Involved
SN012HH Y

Interests

Cooking, chess, hiking, drawing, and painting.

Letter to my Host Family

Samuel is a curious, caring student from Spain who is excited to experience everyday life with a host family in the United States. Family is a big part of who he is, and he enjoys spending quality time together—especially cooking and watching movies. Samuel loves being in the kitchen and would be thrilled to share homemade Spanish dishes as a way of sharing his culture. Growing up around young children, thanks to his mother’s work in childcare, has made him patient, responsible, and comfortable helping with kids. He is also an animal lover and helps care for his family’s pet turtle. Adaptable, respectful, and open-minded, Samuel values communication and teamwork at home. He looks forward to improving his English, discovering American culture, and creating meaningful connections and memories with his host family abroad together.

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Friedrich (16)

male, GERMANY

Languages: German, English, French
Siblings: Twin brother, younger brother, and younger sister
Mother: Tax Consultant
Father: School Principal
Religion: Not Involved
GE005HH Y

Interests

handball, karate, gardening, and photography.

Letter to my Host Family

Friedrich lives with his parents and three siblings as he describes his family as close, supportive and spending a lot of time together.  At school, Friedrich describes himself as a serious student, his favorite subjects include Art, English and German.  He has also participated in several school plays.  For hobbies he enjoys playing handball, photography and gardening. His friends describe him as calm, trustworthy and easy to get along with. Additionally, he describes himself as tidy and organized.  He is excited about attending High School in America, his mother was an exchange student in the 11th grade and had a lot of fun.  He looks forward to experiencing different teaching methods, school spirit and pep rallies, and he would love to try baseball.

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Doniyor (16)

male, UZBEKISTAN

Languages: Uzbek, English, Russian
Siblings: One older sister and one younger sister
Mother: employee
Father: employee
Religion: Muslim
CI009HH Y

Interests

soccer, table tennis, chess, volleyball, swimming, math, and videography.

Letter to my Host Family

Doniyor is a high school student from Uzbekistan who comes from a close and supportive family. He enjoys helping at home, spending time with his sisters, and relaxing with family movie nights or evening walks. He has a wide range of interests, especially math, law, economics, and diplomacy, and hopes to study pre-law or international relations in the future. Doniyor loves staying active through sports like soccer, tennis, volleyball, swimming, and chess — and he even played on a professional youth soccer team. When he’s not studying or playing sports, Doniyor enjoys filming and editing videos, exploring his city, traveling, and hanging out with friends. He also has a fun and creative hobby: inventing meals using only eggs and potatoes (six so far!), which has earned him jokes about opening a “potato-only restaurant.” He describes himself as positive, curious, and friendly, and he enjoys making people laugh and feel comfortable. Doniyor is excited to experience American culture, improve his English, and build meaningful connections during his exchange year.

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Zilola (17)

female, UZBEKISTAN

Languages: Uzbek, English, Russian
Siblings: One younger sister
Mother: Employee
Father: Unknown
Religion: Muslim
CI011HH Y

Interests

water polo, karate, taekwondo, swimming, dancing, cooking, and videography.

Letter to my Host Family

Zilola is a creative fun-loving 16-year-old that lives in a large city in Uzbekistan. She has a large extended family of cousins, and her grandmother is next door, so they spend a lot of time together over meals. Zilola loves to cook and wants to share this love with her American family. Zilola is part of an American English support class and helps others with the language. She is excited to practice her English in the U.S. and wants to learn the culture, while sharing hers. Zilola has tried many sports (water polo, karate, taekwondo, swimming, and dancing) and wants to stay healthy and fit during her exchange program, by trying new things. She considers herself an orderly and neat student, so she will always keep her room clean and loves to help around the house, when possible.

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Lois (17)

male, FRANCE

Languages: French, English, Spanish
Siblings: one younger brother, one younger sister
Mother: Physiotherapist
Father: Physiotherapist
Religion: Not Involved
FR015HH Y

Interests

racewalking team and other sports

Letter to my Host Family

Loïs is an energetic and motivated student with a strong passion for athletics, especially race walking and running, which he practices regularly. He loves the atmosphere of training and competitions and enjoys pushing himself to improve. Formula 1 is another important interest, and he often watches races with his family and friends. Sports are a big part of his daily life and something he shares with his younger brother and sister. Loïs comes from a close and supportive family and enjoys spending time together, whether traveling, cooking, or playing games. Curious and open-minded, he is excited to become an exchange student in the USA to discover a new culture, try American sports, and improve his English. These experiences are important to him as he works toward his future goal of becoming a pilot.

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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 17‑year‑old 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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