Meet Our Students

Flex Scholarship recipient Ulugbek describes himself as an ambitious, open minded, and sociable person. Ulugbek spends his time volunteering at the American Corner where he gives presentations on various topics like chess and professional development. In his free time Ulugbek enjoys reading a variety of books, his favorite author is James Clear. Because of his fondness of reading Ulugbek helps organize the books in the library at American Corner. Ulugbek is very helpful at home by helping in the garden, keeping his room clean, and taking out the trash daily. Ulugbek is eager to spend a year in the U.S. to learn more about the American culture and share with your family about his country and traditions. He looks forward to seeing you soon!

Meet Camila, a responsible person who tries her best to improve every day. Sports are very important to Camila as she feels it is a way to stay healthy as well as clear her mind and focus on other things besides school. Camila enjoys spending time at her family farm and being around all the animals, her favorite is her horse, she likes to brush his hair as she finds it calming. Camila is very active in her church youth group, in December and around Easter Camila goes on Mission trips with her church. She really enjoys this and helping the community. Camila is excited about this opportunity to study abroad and share her culture and traditions. She is confident that together you will have a wonderful time together and create long lasting memories.

Isis is a passionate cinema buff from a small town in France who loves to talk and equally loves to listen. Super motivated, she loves reading, writing, and dance (though now it is more in her own bedroom than on a stage). As one who is thoughtful and empathetic, Isis loves planning parties and celebrations for her family and friends. She cannot wait to experience all the celebrations in America, especially her first ever Thanksgiving! With three older brothers, nieces and nephews, super close friends, and parents that she absolutely adores, she is grateful for the life she has. Her family and friends have given her the support she needs to leave her comfort zone and live out her dream of coming to America - and she can't wait to meet you!

Léa, a 17-year-old student from a charming village in France, radiates warmth and positivity. Growing up in a loving environment with her mother, grandparents, and three cherished cats, she has developed strong values and a cheerful personality. Currently in the STMG program, focused on economics, law, and communication, Léa is passionate about working with people and creating memorable experiences. She has lead groups of children during holidays—a role she thrives in with her natural leadership and enthusiasm. Léa loves skiing, the mountains, the beach, and traveling, finding joy in nature and adventure. Eager to immerse herself in American culture, she dreams of celebrating traditions like Thanksgiving while sharing her French heritage through cuisine and language. Léa’s social, spontaneous, and thoughtful nature promises a delightful cultural exchange filled with laughter, discovery, and unforgettable moments for her host family. You will not regret choosing her as your host student!

Klervie is a very sporty girl who spent a decade practicing artistic gymnastics and is currently doing football(soccer) and athletics. When she is not doing sports, she will be reading or playing board games with her family. She might be a little stubborn and persistent but she goes after her goals and does everything she can to accomplish them. Traveling and exploring are a big part of her life as well. She also loves cats, dogs, and children. Klervie is in love with the English language and would love to get very proficient at it and the idea of being in America, surrounded by Americans would make her dream come true.

“This trip is close to my heart because I've been dreaming of it for a very long time. It brings together my desire to discover new cultures, to discover other ways of life, the traditions of other families, and of another country.” Anais is a bright, talented student from France who loves to laugh. Competing nationally in ice skating, she is driven and motivated, hoping to one day be a doctor. Anais loves all kinds of sports including dancing, surfing, and tennis. She loves riding bikes, playing board games, and beach volleyball with her family. Coaching young ice skaters and seeing them grow has been a source of joy, as has reading and discovering new cultures. From a mixture of cultures herself, Anais has also been learning Spanish since she was a young child. Her friends and family are super close, including her older brother who she really looks up to. Anais is so excited to experience life as a high schooler in America!

Meet Betty from France where she lives with her parents. She is17 years-old and considers herself be to a cheerful, energetic, very sociable person, who loves exploring new cultures and meeting lots of new people. She is originally from Togo and visits extended family there once a year. Welcome Betty into your home and enjoy two cultures!!! She is an only child and is looking forward to experiencing host siblings. Betty enjoys spending time with her family, reading books, cooking with her mom, playing sports, dancing and other physical activities. Though she isn't able to play on a team at home, she hopes to participate on a school team while in America. Betty writes, "Whether it's discovering different traditions like Thanksgiving which I really want to know and many others or trying new foods like fast foods that I can see on social networks." Will she enjoy Thanksgiving with your family?

Sobir, a 16-year-old from Uzbekistan, believes his city is one of the most beautiful in the country. It's renowned for its traditional cuisine and the warm, welcoming nature of its residents. He stays active by engaging in various sports, including wrestling, swimming, and tennis. “Participating in sports has not only enhanced my physical strength but also allowed me to forge friendships and acquire valuable life skills,”. In addition, he enjoys playing chess and board games. Sobir took part in the English Language Olympiad, achieving first place at the city level and second place regionally. He shares a close bond with his family of five. His favorite pastimes include volunteer work and solving math problems. He views himself as a sociable individual who easily makes friends.

Rasul is a 16-year-old student currently in the 11th grade, living in a small suburban district with his family of five. As the eldest child, Rasul has significant responsibilities, including taking care of his younger brother, helping him with his studies, and managing household needs due to his father's demanding job as an emergency doctor. Despite his busy schedule, Rasul prioritizes his education and enjoys spending time with his siblings. Rasul's main interest lies in nature, where he loves walking along the coast, observing the sea, animals, especially his cats and fish, and taking care of plants in his garden. Although his schedule limits his time with friends, he cherishes moments spent cycling, walking, and playing football. Growing up in his city, Rasul appreciates the blend of beautiful modern architecture and historical buildings. He has ambitious plans for the future, having started school a year earlier than his classmates. Rasul aims to pursue a career in neuroscience, contributing to research on the brain, Alzheimer's, and autism. His dream is to become a young and enthusiastic Nobel Prize winner, inspiring youth to focus on their goals. Rasul is also working on a start-up to address water scarcity by extracting clean water from air conditioners, aiming to help his community and combat climate issues. Through the FLEX program, he hopes to learn more about US culture, traditions, history, and literature, exchange ideas with new friends, and experience life as a US student for a year.

Meet 16-year-old FLEX scholarship student Andjelina from Serbia who lives in a beautiful small town with her parents, younger sister, two cats, and a dog. In her home, she is responsible for keeping her room clean, but she also helps with other household chores. Andjelina has known most of her friends since childhood, and they enjoy spending time at a nearby playground and café. They also make their own board games with funny rules, have sleepovers, and water balloon fights in the summertime. Her favorite TV shows and movies are dramas and thrillers from the 90s or 2000’s and she enjoys starting her day with jogging and other aerobic exercise. She volunteers by tutoring children at an elementary school and babysitting her 2-year-old nephew. She attends an economic high school and plans to continue in that field at university. As an exchange student, she wants to take cooking classes, join a film club, and try cheerleading or sports, but most of all wants to learn more about American culture and traditions. “I adore children, and they make me the happiest, and they bring the best out of me.”