Meet Our Students

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!

My favorite subject in school is history, I love how different people acted and thought hundreds of years ago. I also love seeing different inventions people have made, and how we have progressed to where we are today with our phones and the internet. I also love music, I love to play the drums! I have recently started to learn how to play the bass guitar and how to sing. I also have a love for sport. I have been playing handball now for around eight years. When the weather is good enough, I love to use my longboard to get almost everywhere. Another hobby of mine is drawing and baking. When a family birthday party is coming, I often make the cake. I get that from my dad; it's one of his hobbies too! Coming to America has been my dream since I was a kid and saw the school culture in movies. In my school, we get mostly European history and the main events from America, but I would love to learn more about the details and how the culture came. I love making jokes, having fun, and being my own kind of weird self! Thank you again for considering me to be a part of your family and my life. I'm extremely excited to go to America and start a new chapter of my life!

Daphne is an exchange student from Taiwan who brings curiosity, creativity, and enthusiasm to every opportunity. Raised in a family that deeply values education, she has developed a strong appreciation for learning, cultural exchange, and personal growth. Inspired by her father’s artistic perspective, Daphne finds joy in noticing life’s small details and sharing meaningful moments with others. Music plays an important role in her life. She has participated in choir and a cappella groups, studied piano, and is currently learning guitar. Daphne enjoys connecting with others through conversation, books, and shared interests. She is eager to experience the American education system, explore subjects such as business, writing, and drama, and immerse herself in new traditions while proudly sharing Taiwanese culture — especially the joy and celebration of Lunar New Year. Energetic and ambitious, Daphne looks forward to growing academically and personally while building lasting connections during her exchange year.

Meet Maïwenn from France with Italian roots who comes from a close, lively family. Growing up in a rural area, she has learned the value of connection, adaptability, and shared moments—whether cooking together, celebrating holidays, or simply spending time with loved ones. At home, she’s especially devoted to her cat, Raven, who she lovingly cares for and considers a true member of the family. Maïwenn is excited to experience everyday American life: attending school, joining in family routines, celebrating holidays like Halloween and Thanksgiving, and discovering what makes life in the U.S. unique. She hopes to become fluent in English, build meaningful friendships, and form a strong bond with her host family. Curious, cheerful, and thoughtful, Maïwenn is eager to fully immerse herself, share her culture, and return home enriched by the relationships and experiences she gains.

Meet Lilou, from France who lives with her parents, two brothers, and her beloved dog and cat. She has a deep affection for all kinds of animals. Describing herself as energetic, enthusiastic, social, sensitive, and curious, Lilou is thrilled about her upcoming exchange program in the United States. While she enjoys various sports, volleyball is her favorite, and she is an active member of her volleyball club. She appreciates the teamwork and trust that volleyball fosters, saying, “Volleyball has taught me to encourage others, handle pressure, and persevere even when things don’t go perfectly.” In addition to sports, Lilou interests include cinema, creating day vlogs, fashion, playing board games, visiting zoos, ice skating, and camping. She loves embracing new experiences, and bonfires with s'mores would be a great experience for her. Having already participated in a French film, her aspiration is to become an actress and engage in film productions. Lilou is excited to share her culture with you and is eager to assist in the kitchen. “I believe that I can bring a lot of energy, positivity, and joy to your family.”

Diego is a warm, outgoing student who naturally brings people together with his calm confidence, sense of humor, and genuine kindness. He thrives on building meaningful connections and comes from a close-knit family where support, respect, and laughter are part of everyday life. One of Diego’s greatest passions is golf, a sport that has shaped his patience, focus, and determination as he continually works to improve. He also enjoys staying active and challenging himself, especially in mathematics, where his problem-solving skills shine. Diego is excited to fully embrace life with a host family sharing traditions, joining in daily routines, and creating lasting memories while growing in independence and confidence. Diego says, “I am ready to adapt, learn, and contribute in a positive way to your home.”

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.

Meet Julia who brings a unique perspective to the program as a German student from a Polish background.  In school she speaks German, at home she speaks Polish.  She is proud of her Polish heritage, and her family celebrates many Polish traditions.  She would love to cook traditional Polish foods with her future host family including pierogies and chicken soup. Julia describes a very close-knit family life in which she enjoys shopping with her mom and helping with the housework. She is also very close with her dad and her older brother as well, even though he is now an adult living on his own. She is also a proud dog sister who loves and cares for her furry family member, Daisy.   Her goals for herself in this program revolve around becoming part of her host family, joining their life and being part of their everyday activities. She also talks about wanting to use this experience to grow as a person, “I believe this experience will help me grow as a person, understand myself better and become more independent and braver.” She loves experiencing other cultures and would one day like to work in tourism or for an international company.  Julia’s hobbies include swimming, she loves the water, going to the gym, cooking, watching movies and spending time with friends in nature.

Meet Lina, a semester student from Germany. Lina is close with her mother, father, adult sister and younger sister.  Family is very important to Lina. She has monthly dates with her mom when they make time to do things together such as laser tag or hiking. Lina also loves her dog Buddy, whom she is responsible for taking care of.  She describes herself as an independent, open-minded person who likes challenging herself and stepping outside of her comfort zone.  She considers herself a perfectionist when it comes to her grades and personal goals. She spends her free time with a large friend group; however, she has a best friend who is very important to her. She loves cooking. She enjoys watching movies and her favorite genres are romance and horror.   Lina plays tennis and does yoga. She plays the piano and going to concerts. Lina writes, “Thank you very much for considering hosting me and for opening your home to an exchange student. I would be very grateful to become part of your family and share this special experience together.” 

Meet Chi Yu, known as Daniel, a Taiwanese scholarship recipient! He is one of 5 kids including a twin brother! He also has a pond with Koi fish and goldfish at his home. He is an initially shy boy, but opens up and is very polite and empathetic. He loves Japanese and American foods and can’t wait for all the food places in the states. He loves building things and loves working with Legos. Daniel is also a huge fan of the NBA. His favorite team is the Warriors and favorite player, Steph Curry. Apply to host Daniel and have a blast watching NBA games and eating together!