Meet Our Students

Meet Jeanne from France!! Jeanne loves small and big city vibes. Jeanne comes from a family with one other sibling; she is the youngest in her family. She has a great relationship with sibling; they ski a lot and spend time at the beach during Holidays. Jeanne loves animals and has one cat. Jeanne has a vision of working in the fashion industry and becoming bilingual in both her culture and the American culture. Her studies and future goals are important to her. Her love for Fashion has given her such in interest in history and the love of reading about fashion. She enjoys a good museum. Whether it is a day in the snowy mountains or on a warm beach, Jeanne is excited to discover and explore. A dream of Jeanne is to become a cheerleader in America and experience the life of just being an American teenager. The studies, the dance and the events. She wants to live it all. She loves Christmas and traditions, family time. Let’s help Jeanne embark on her adventure with the best host home!

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!

Meet Maria (16) a cheerful, curious, and outgoing student who loves connecting with people and embracing new adventures. She has been part of scouts since childhood, where she discovered her love for camping, hiking, and learning practical skills like building a fire safely. Her passion for animals shines through her dedication to horse riding—she finds peace in grooming and caring for horses and dreams of one day owning her own. Creative at heart, Maria enjoys drawing, a hobby inspired by her brother, and she often fills her free time with music from artists like Olivia Rodrigo and Sabrina Carpenter. She also has a Siberian cat named Jimmy and has cared for many pets over the years, reflecting her nurturing spirit. In the summer, she volunteers as a child entertainer, bringing joy and laughter to kids, which shows her patience and kindness. Maria studies languages at school, adding Spanish and German to her English, and hopes her exchange year will help her discover her future path—perhaps as a veterinarian, combining her love for animals with helping others. She is the youngest of three children, all living at home, and treasures the lively, supportive atmosphere of her family. She admires her mom’s dedication as a teacher and runner, her dad’s love for music and reading, and her siblings’ unique passions. Maria is ready to embrace new routines, share her talents, and bring warmth and energy into her host family’s home. Don’t miss the chance to welcome her—you’ll gain not just a student, but a lifelong friend and unforgettable memories!

Emma is a lover of the outside and nature. She lives in a small German town with her parents and older brother. She loves English, Art and Physics. Emma enjoys time with family and is a good listener. She tries to help people around her whenever she can. Emma likes to play handball and loves to paint and play the piano. She is excited about spending time with a new host family and to be able to experience Christmas and other holidays in the United States. She wants to be able to bake and cook with her new family and learn more about the American culture. Emma would love to join clubs or play sports if possible, but her main interest is learning about the American way of life.

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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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.

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.

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.

Meet Tihalina,16, from France, writes “I want to discover the world not through books or screens, but through smiles, meetings, and everyday gestures.”  She and her family have adopted goats who they refer to as the “Queens of the garden”.  Besides loving her four-legged family members, she enjoys a close-knit home life with her two brothers and dad. She describes herself as independent and enthusiastic.  She has a wide range of interests including music, reading, photography and scouting which she enjoys due the respect for nature and teamwork that it fosters.  She is also very involved in sports and physical activity such as tennis, basketball, ping pong, track, dance, and roller skating.  She is also very dedicated to the philosophy of cultural exchange. She is extremely focused on bringing unique cultural experiences to the table-literally- she loves to cook crepes, kouign-amman and her family’s special recipe from the Southwest of France,  canelés Bordelais.  Tihalina also wants to learn about and take part in such American traditions as Thanksgiving.  Please consider opening your home to a student who is full of appreciation of other cultures and wishes to learn all she can as well as share the uniqueness of her own with you.