Meet Our Students

Introducing Emma, (17) from France, who is bursting with excitement for her upcoming year in America—an opportunity she has eagerly waited for many years. Emma lives in France with her parents, younger brother, and their beloved cat, Nala. She describes herself as a “cheerful and open-minded person who delights in both the small everyday joys and the thrill of new adventures”. She sees herself as “funny, kind, honest, and sensitive.” Emma loves to travel. She is a huge fan of Star Wars, and a memorable moment was when her parents reenacted the iconic scene between Anakin and Padmé in Italy, creating unforgettable memories. In addition to her adventurous spirit, Emma enjoys baking treats like cookies, cakes, and desserts. She has a creative side, engaging in various handcraft activities, and she is passionate about music and playing the piano. In terms of sports, she enjoys snow skiing and basketball. She is eagerly anticipating her time in American schools, looking forward to joining clubs, sports teams, and other activities.

Asia is a bright and friendly student from Italy with a big heart and an even bigger enthusiasm for new experiences. She shares a special bond with her older brother, who has always been her greatest cheerleader. Asia loves spending time at the gym with her mom, sketching in her free moments, and curling up with a good romantic book or TV series. Music is a daily companion for her, offering a moment of calm and reflection. She has a passion for cooking—especially desserts for her brother—and enjoys preparing traditional Italian favorites like carbonara. Asia has always dreamed of experiencing life in the U.S. She’s excited to share her culture, embrace new traditions, and become part of an American family’s daily life.

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.

She’s a dynamic 16-year-old (17 when she arrives) from Italy with a passion for athletics, art, and cultural discovery. A competitive hammer and discus thrower for over a decade, she’s also a dedicated art student who loves painting, drawing, and exploring new techniques. Her hobbies include cooking, caring for animals, watching films and TV series, and learning about music and languages from around the world. She dreams of studying in an American high school to challenge herself, grow independently, and connect deeply with a new culture. Host her—and help her turn curiosity into connection, and talent into transformation.

Meet Lalitpat, but you can call her Hoya. Her nickname, Hoya, comes from a tree with heart-shaped leaves that reminds her family of love and happiness. Friends describe her as kind, funny, and easy to talk to. She enjoys dancing, playing guitar, listening to music, doing makeup, and helping around the house by watering plants and washing dishes. Hoya practices English every day with her online teacher and is excited to use what she’s learned while living with her host family. A big fan of Blackpink, one of her happiest memories was attending their World Tour concert. Hoya wants to become an exchange student to learn more about herself through new experiences, become more independent and responsible, and grow as a person. She looks forward to sharing Thai culture, learning about American life, and creating wonderful memories with her host family.

Originally from Colombia, Isabella now lives in Spain with her parents and their two dogs. She’s affectionate, kind, and adaptable—someone who starts out quiet but quickly opens up. Isabella loves spending time with family, baking desserts, watching movies, and playing games. She’s especially fond of little kids and enjoys caring for them. Isabella is active and adventurous, with experience in swimming, wakeboarding, and paddleboarding, and hopes to try cheerleading or rhythmic gymnastics during her exchange. Passionate about culture, Isabella is excited to share Colombian and Spanish traditions and dreams of studying international business one day. She’s deeply grateful for the chance to connect, learn, and grow with her future host family.

Meet Kimberly from France! Kimberly is a cheerful, sociable 16‑year‑old who brings sunshine and energy wherever she goes. Dance is her greatest passion—she’s performed in competitions and even on national TV—and she hopes to join a school dance team or discover new styles during her exchange year. She loves cooking (especially Ivorian dishes from her mom’s culture), spending time at the beach, shopping, caring for children, and learning new things. Kimberly is eager to experience American traditions such as Halloween, Thanksgiving, and school spirit events, while sharing her own French and Ivorian culture. She hopes to gain independence, improve her English, and discover daily life in a new country. Don’t miss the chance to welcome Kimberly—she’s ready to bring joy, laughter, and unforgettable memories into your home!

Adelaide (16) – France Adelaide lives with her father, mother, and younger brother, and their family bond is very strong, playing a “huge part” in her life. She describes herself as joyful, funny, and smart, though she can be a bit reserved when tired, responsible and somewhat competitive, Adelaide has a wide range of interests including: Tennis, Running, Dancing, Music, Singing, Pilates and going to the gym. Currently, she attends a boarding school with approximately 700 students. During her stay in the United States, she hopes to join a choir and the dance team. In her free time, she enjoys reading detective novels and watching detective and medical series. She has explored India and aspires to find a future career that allows her to uncover new places and have unique experiences. “So, to start these dreams, I want to start with the United States, because it’s iconic and full of diversity”.

Martina (Marti) is a sunny, animal-loving student from Italy who’s passionate about understanding people and their behavior. She studies human sciences, rides horses competitively, and enjoys skiing, gymnastics, and cooking homemade pizza with her Dad. When she was 10, she spoke with a girl who had just returned from an exchange year in the U.S.—and from that moment, it became her dream to do the same. Now, she’s excited to finally make it happen! Marti looks forward to learning about American culture, making new friends, and growing through this experience. She hopes to be part of a warm, welcoming family and can’t wait to share laughter, traditions, and everyday life together. If you're looking for a joyful, curious, and caring student to share your home and heart with—Marti is ready to become part of your family.

Meet Marly from Germany! She is always ready and prepared for her next adventure in life. Marly loves to find humor in situations and honesty is important to her. She is athletic and currently rides horses. She has been riding since she was very young. She used to own a horse and knows how to take care of them. When she is not riding horses, she plays tennis or at the gym working out. Marly just like her mom, loves kids. She babysits in her free time, hangs out with friends, and she loves going to her local soccer games. Marly has a family of 3 besides herself. Her mom, dad and older sister love to travel to other countries and learn new cultures. Both her mother and sister were exchange students in the USA. She has heard such good stories and even has met the host families of both her mom and her sister. Let’s help Marly continue the family tradition and follow her dreams.