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Tymur D.
·
Ukraine
, Age
17
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Computers or Technology
💻
Computers or Technology
  
Animals/Pets
🐶
Animals/Pets
  
Boxing or Kickboxing
🥊
Boxing or Kickboxing
  
Letter from
Tymur
:
Hello, my future host family! My name is Timur, and I am from Ukraine! I hope I will have the opportunity to study and live with your family for a whole year. I am really looking forward to this chance to live with you and learn more about your culture, lifestyle, and traditions. I am very grateful that you are opening your home to me, and I hope we will have a wonderful year together. A little about me: I am from Ukraine, but for the 2024-2025 academic year, I am living and studying at
Noé V.
·
France
, Age
17
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Volleyball
🏐
Volleyball
  
Fitness/Gym/Weightlifting
🏋️
Fitness/Gym/Weightlifting
  
Rock Climbing/Canyoning
🧗
Rock Climbing/Canyoning
  
Letter from
Noé
:
Dear Host Family, I already want to thank you for reading my letter. I am very happy to write it because it is the start of an adventure that I am very excited to start with you. To talk about me, my name is Noé. I live in a village in the south of France with my parents, my little brother and our cat. My parents help in my project and show me support. I am curious, sociable and motivated to try new things. I have a lot of friends and I see them as a second family. If I am not already busy, I
Moulaye G.
·
Senegal
, Age
16
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Basketball
🏀
Basketball
  
Family Activities
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
Family Activities
  
Watching TV/Sports
🏟️
Watching TV/Sports
  
Letter from
Moulaye
:
Dear family, my name is Moulaye and I live in Saint-Louis of Senegal. A have 15 years old but almost 16 years old.My father's name is Mamadou and he is a teacher.My mother is Nafissatou and he is a housewife.In the house,sometimes I make tea for the family.I discuss often with them ,So I go to the market to buy some products for the women.My principal interests are basketball and discussing with the family.I don't have any friends but the ones I have are like a brothers.We are alwars in the same
Vishnu J.
·
India
, Age
16
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Sports
⚽️
Sports
  
Artwork/Drawing/Painting
🎨
Artwork/Drawing/Painting
  
Hiking/Trekking
Hiking/Trekking
  
Letter from
Vishnu
:
hello fam, this is vishnu from the Kashmir of south india (Munnar). hope you are doing fine and i am really doing well. i am thrilled and excited to write to my host family and join you soon. i am in a family of four consisting my father , mother and a naughty younger sister, where my father is a field officer and mom is a home maker , my sister is doing in class 8th std. although we have our own responsibilities we never fail so spend time with eachother and be there for us. i also hope t
Abraham W.
·
Nigeria
, Age
17
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Basketball
🏀
Basketball
  
Soccer
⚽️
Soccer
  
Watching TV/Sports
🏟️
Watching TV/Sports
  
Letter from
Abraham
:
Dear American Family, My name is Abraham,I'm from a family of seven I have four siblings, I have two brothers and two sister's I'm the fifth born,I and my family enjoy gisting and cooking together My responsibilities at home are ( washing the dishes the house, sweeping and arranging the house hole) I enjoyed doing the house choice because Is a pleasure to help my parents out. I have five friends we enjoy hanging out playing basketball and soccer some times. My city is peaceful and has a
Paul M.
·
Germany
, Age
16
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Basketball
🏀
Basketball
  
Soccer
⚽️
Soccer
  
Fitness/Gym/Weightlifting
🏋️
Fitness/Gym/Weightlifting
  
Letter from
Paul
:
Dear Host Family, I am Paul and I am very excited to have the opportunity to stay with you and become part of your family during my time on the program. I wanted to take a moment to introduce myself and share a little about my interests, hobbies, and what I’m looking forward to. One of my biggest passions is sports, and I especially enjoy playing soccer and basketball. I love the teamwork and energy involved in both sports, and I’m always looking for ways to stay active and improve my skil
CARLOS MATEUS S.
·
Brazil
, Age
15
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Watching TV/Sports
🏟️
Watching TV/Sports
  
Letter from
CARLOS MATEUS
:
Hello, my name is Carlos, but everyone calls me CM. It will be a great honor to be part of your family for those six months. Many of my friends define me as pretty sociable, funny, an extrovert and smart. I am responsible and usually take care of myself when my parents are not around. I love watching any sports, but not that good at playing them. I can adapt easily to the environment around. I love calm places, kids and pets. I am very organized and helpful at any situations. I really hope we ca
Rubin D.
·
Albania
, Age
16
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Running or Jogging
🏃
Running or Jogging
  
Reading or Listening to Audiobooks
📚
Reading or Listening to Audiobooks
  
Writing/Journaling
✍️
Writing/Journaling
  
Letter from
Rubin
:
Dear American Family, My name is Rubin, I am 16 years old, and I live in a family consisting of 5 people: me, my sister, my parents, and my grandmother. I like spending time with my family doing various activities such as: playing card games, watching movies together, or having conversations about different topics with them. Apart from entertaining activities, I also have responsibilities at home since I am the oldest child. These include: keeping the house clean, preparing food for me an
Gabriel L.
·
Brazil
, Age
16
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Soccer
⚽️
Soccer
  
Sports
⚽️
Sports
  
Artwork/Drawing/Painting
🎨
Artwork/Drawing/Painting
  
Letter from
Gabriel
:
Dear Host Family, My name is Gabriel and I am very excited about the opportunity to live this exchange experience in the United States. I want to learn about a new culture, improve my English and grow as a person. I spent my entire childhood listening to stories from my father, my aunt and even my grandmother about the experience of being an Exchange student. They all also went on exchange to the USA when they were around 16 or 17 years old. It has become a tradition in the family to go on
Jannik R.
·
Germany
, Age
16
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Fishing
🎣
Fishing
  
Sports
⚽️
Sports
  
Video or Online Games
🎮
Video or Online Games
  
Letter from
Jannik
:
Dear Host Family, I hope you are all doing well! I am incredibly excited about the chance to become part of your family and experience everyday life in your country. Thank you so much for opening your home and giving me the opportunity to take part in this adventure. Let me tell you a bit more about myself. I would describe myself as a friendly, open-minded, and curious person. I enjoy spending time with others, whether it’s with my family, friends, or new people I meet. At home, I like h
Christin G.
·
Germany
, Age
15
,
Female
Top 3 Interests:
Handball
🤾
Handball
  
Sports
⚽️
Sports
  
Music - Listening to or creating
🎶
Music - Listening to or creating
  
Letter from
Christin
:
Dear Host Family, I’m Christin, and I grew up in a family with an older sister and a bigger brother. My sister Linda is 1.5 years older than me, and my brother Jonas is almost 5 years older. Until I was 10, we always lived above my grandmother’s house. Then, my parents separated, and we moved into an apartment below some friends of ours. After a year, we moved in with my grandmother from my mom again because our friends were renovating the apartment for themselves. During that time, my mother
Louis F.
·
France
, Age
15
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Photography
📸
Photography
  
Cooking/Baking
🧑‍🍳
Cooking/Baking
  
Fashion/Beauty
💋
Fashion/Beauty
  
Letter from
Louis
:
Dear Host Family, My name is Louis and actually I am in 9* grade. I am a student passionate about discovering new cultures, new places and new peoples. Living with you would help me to learn and discover the depth about your culture and understand your lifestyle and becoming bilingual, while sharing mine. I am sure this experience will have a huge impact on my levels in English. Ever since I was little I have always been curious about the world and all cultures so I read many books and seen m
Apolline B.
·
France
, Age
16
,
Female
Top 3 Interests:
Dance
💃
Dance
  
Reading or Listening to Audiobooks
📚
Reading or Listening to Audiobooks
  
Writing/Journaling
✍️
Writing/Journaling
  
Letter from
Apolline
:
Dear host family, First I would like to thank you for your hospitality. My name is Apolline, I am from France. I live with both my parents, my big sister and my little brother. We all get along very well and we like to spend time together by watching movies, playing board games or just by sitting together and talk while we eat. We often visit our family during holidays, but we also like to stay at home and relax. We live in the countryside, so we have a big house with a beautiful garden, w
Svetlana K.
·
Russian Federation
, Age
15
,
Female
Top 3 Interests:
Camping/RV'ing
🚐
Camping/RV'ing
  
Museums/Art Exhibits
🖼️
Museums/Art Exhibits
  
Travel/Road Trips
🚐
Travel/Road Trips
  
Letter from
Svetlana
:
Dear Host Family, I appreciate your interest in me. I'm Lana, and I'd like to tell you a little about myself. To begin with, I believe I'm a pretty quiet and calm kid. I almost never get into trouble because of my personality, and that's something I'm proud of. I really enjoy spending time with my family—whether it's watching films, playing games, or just walking, I love it all. Sometimes I may seem silent, but it means I feel comfortable and safe. As for chores, I am always happy to help
STAN C.
·
France
, Age
16
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Volleyball
🏐
Volleyball
  
Scouting
🎒
Scouting
  
Cooking/Baking
🧑‍🍳
Cooking/Baking
  
Letter from
STAN
:
Dear Hallie, Danny, Matan, and Orly, I am so happy to write to you and to have the chance to live with you for a year! It means a lot to me, especially knowing the special bond between Hallie and my mom. I can't wait to meet you all and become part of your family. I am 16 years old and currently in my second year of high school in France. I am really excited about this exchange because I want to improve my English, discover American culture, and experience daily life in your family
Leni Marie M.
·
Germany
, Age
16
,
Female
Top 3 Interests:
Horseback Riding/Racing
🐴
Horseback Riding/Racing
  
Tennis/Soft Tennis
🎾
Tennis/Soft Tennis
  
Travel/Road Trips
🚐
Travel/Road Trips
  
Letter from
Leni Marie
:
Dear host family, My name is Leni and I am very excited to meet you. First of all I want to thank you very much for giving me the chance to live in the USA for 5 months and that I can be a part of your family. I'm already very excited, but I think we'll have a great time together. I live with my mom, my step dad and also with my little sausage dog in a little city in Germany. We life here in a house with a garden. I love to spend time with my family and we love to travel. My school is
Emilia S.
·
Germany
, Age
16
,
Female
Top 3 Interests:
Athletics/Track & Field
🏃
Athletics/Track & Field
  
Fitness/Gym/Weightlifting
🏋️
Fitness/Gym/Weightlifting
  
Travel/Road Trips
🚐
Travel/Road Trips
  
Letter from
Emilia
:
Dear future host family, Can you imagine opening your home to a girl from Germany who's already fallen in love with New York and can't wait to discover more of the American way of life? That girl is me - Emilia! My name is Emilia, I'm 16 years old and I live in Germany. I'm incredibly excited about the opportunity to become part of an American family - not just as a visitor, but as someone who truly joins in everyday life, traditions, and moments. I'm a very active person and love doing spor
Emilio B.
·
Chile
, Age
15
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Soccer
⚽️
Soccer
  
Sports
⚽️
Sports
  
Go-karting
🏎️
Go-karting
  
Letter from
Emilio
:
Dear host family: Thank you for being willing to welcome and accept me to live with you. I am a boy who lives in Chile and I am in the first year of high school. I would like to do different things like learning about American culture and learning to speak English fluently. I like to read fantasy books. I am a sociable, funny, kind and respectful person. I like sports but especially soccer and tennis. I only speak Spanish and I would like to speak English fluently. I can play the guitar
Amaralyss 'Amy' M.
·
Suriname
, Age
15
,
Female
Top 3 Interests:
Artwork/Drawing/Painting
🎨
Artwork/Drawing/Painting
  
Cooking/Baking
🧑‍🍳
Cooking/Baking
  
Movies/Cinema
🎥
Movies/Cinema
  
Letter from
Amaralyss 'Amy'
:
Dear American Family, My name is Amaralyss, but you can call me Ammy/ Amy/ Amara, because my name is hard to read or spell out loud. My hobby's are drawing, baking, eating, watching movies, night drives and listening to music. I am in a family of 5, we have two dogs and a bird. I have a dad, mom, older sister and a little brother. My dad is 43 years old. My mom is 42 years old. My sister is 18 years old and my brother is 11 years old. My family and I love to eat together, go out, have night d
Aljood A.
·
Saudi Arabia
, Age
15
,
Female
Top 3 Interests:
Debating
🧑‍⚖️
Debating
  
Astronomy/Space
🪐
Astronomy/Space
  
Cooking/Baking
🧑‍🍳
Cooking/Baking
  
Letter from
Aljood
:
Dear American Family, I am Aljood and I am eager to introduce myself and my interests to potentially have the opportunity to be an exchange student at the YES program. My family consists of me, my parents, and my brother. We cherish our quality time together, spending our time engaging in activities such as baking, and since we have a farm, we often visit and pick up fruits and vegetables in their season. We also had two cats a while back and we used to play with them and enjoy our times toge
Tsubasa N.
·
Japan
, Age
15
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Animals/Pets
🐶
Animals/Pets
  
Astronomy/Space
🪐
Astronomy/Space
  
Music - Listening to or creating
🎶
Music - Listening to or creating
  
Letter from
Tsubasa
:
Dear host family, How are you doing these days? I am Tsubasa living in Japan. I am excited and can't wait to go to your place. We are a family of four. My parents, my elder sister, a dog and I are living together. My family is really close and often go out together. We sometimes go to watch the Japanese professional basketball games. We also like to visit historical places and hot springs in Japan. I have many friends at school and have a good time with them. I can get along well with
Aitana R.
·
Chile
, Age
15
,
Female
Top 3 Interests:
Dance
💃
Dance
  
Fishing
🎣
Fishing
  
Artwork/Drawing/Painting
🎨
Artwork/Drawing/Painting
  
Letter from
Aitana
:
Dear host family My name is Aitana, I live with my mother Nidia, my little brother Joaquin and my grandmother Gloria, my parents are separated so I don't live with my father, but he still visits us almost every week. Despite everything, we are still a very close family in which we are always in contact or sharing moments together. At first, I will probably be quiet or shy about my English, but once I gain confidence it will change a bit and I will be more relaxed. I consider myself a quiet
Zoha K.
·
Pakistan
, Age
15
,
Female
Top 3 Interests:
Entrepreneurship
📈
Entrepreneurship
  
Nature/Outdoors
🌲
Nature/Outdoors
  
School clubs/organizations
🙋
School clubs/organizations
  
Letter from
Zoha
:
Dear American Family, With excitement more than ever, I would like to introduce myself as Zoha . Well! Hi I come from the rural and northern area of Pakistan where family gathering and dry fruits are valued a lot. My family has six members including; my mom, my dad, my sisters, my brother and me. It is very rare that I get to enjoy with my family as I live in a hostel but whenever I do it is fun. From water fights in summer to making hot chocolate in the winter then making the most out of my
Alejandro M.
·
Spain
, Age
15
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Soccer
⚽️
Soccer
  
Skiing Downhill or Snowboarding
Skiing Downhill or Snowboarding
  
Tennis/Soft Tennis
🎾
Tennis/Soft Tennis
  
Letter from
Alejandro
:
Hi, my name is Alejandro and I am 14 years old, I will be 15 in July. I am very excited to have the opportunity to study in the US. I consider myself a calm, shy and familiar person and I am also responsible. I really want to live this experience, and I would like to know more about the United Sates, the history, culture and the way you live. Thanks for hosting me, I will be more than happy and will do my best to adapt to your family and your traditions. I enjoy being with friends and
Aurèle V.
·
France
, Age
15
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Athletics/Track & Field
🏃
Athletics/Track & Field
  
Kayaking or Canoeing
🛶
Kayaking or Canoeing
  
Nature/Outdoors
🌲
Nature/Outdoors
  
Letter from
Aurèle
:
Dear host family, My name is Aurèle and I live in a small village of 280 inhabitants surrounded by large forests that allow me to have regular contact with nature. My parents, Fanny and Guillaume, are married. I have an older sister and an older brother who is 18. Every morning, I take the bus at 7am with my brother to go to school. I start my classes at 8am in the morning and usually finish by 4pm in the afternoon. Then I have handball practice twice a week, and then a game on the weekend
Hatice Nur D.
·
Turkey
, Age
16
,
Female
Top 3 Interests:
Debating
🧑‍⚖️
Debating
  
Astronomy/Space
🪐
Astronomy/Space
  
Formula One Racing
🏎️
Formula One Racing
  
Letter from
Hatice Nur
:
Dear American Family, Heyy there! My name is Hatice Nur. I'm 16 years old and currently a senior in high school. I'm a part of a family of 4, I live with both my parents and my older brother who's a university student. I'd say that we are a tight-knit family, I'm especially close with my brother even though we're 8 years apart. I try and spend time with my family, for example, we have our designated movie or game nights. But as weird as it might sound my family and I spend most of the time du
Camilla S.
·
Italy
, Age
16
,
Female
Top 3 Interests:
Running or Jogging
🏃
Running or Jogging
  
Cooking/Baking
🧑‍🍳
Cooking/Baking
  
Reading or Listening to Audiobooks
📚
Reading or Listening to Audiobooks
  
Letter from
Camilla
:
dear family, I am C. I live in a small town in northern Italy. I am a shy girl but when I’m in a friendly environment I become very sociable and I like to listen and talk. I like spending time with people, chatting and having fun with them. I have many friends both at school and in the village. They say I am a sensitive person because I try to help others as much as I can. I'm also quite quiet but very curious. I like to know new things and especially new places. I am very fascinated to be ab
Luka G.
·
Belgium
, Age
17
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Computers or Technology
💻
Computers or Technology
  
Soccer
⚽️
Soccer
  
Board Games/Cards/Dice Games/Chess
🎲
Board Games/Cards/Dice Games/Chess
  
Letter from
Luka
:
Dear host family, My name is Luka. I would like to do a school exchange after this year to discover a different culture, strengthen my English knowledge and meet new people. I chose the USA because I have always been fascinated by this country, I really would love to live there, learn about the culture and the traditions. I am helpful, polite, respectful and sociable. At home, I help a lot with the household chores: I set and clear the table, do the dishwasher, wash the dishes, vacuum an
Joana P.
·
Spain
, Age
15
,
Female
Top 3 Interests:
Swimming
🏊
Swimming
  
Sailing/Boating
⛵️
Sailing/Boating
  
Singing - Choir or Karaoke
🎤
Singing - Choir or Karaoke
  
Letter from
Joana
:
Dear Host Family, My name is Joana from Spain and I am a teenager. I woudl like to study in USA because it would be an amazing new experience. I think I would learn about a different culture,while improving my English. I would like to join some team sports as I am a very active persona and this would help me to meet new friends. I think it's important to open my mind because I live on a small place. My live is about my family and my friends. I have quite and active live. I love all sports
Maria A.
·
Ecuador
, Age
17
,
Female
Top 3 Interests:
Volleyball
🏐
Volleyball
  
Family Activities
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
Family Activities
  
Table Tennis/Ping Pong
🏓
Table Tennis/Ping Pong
  
Letter from
Maria
:
Hello host family, I am very excited to meet you. Since I was 8 years old, it has always been my dream and I have waited a long time for this day to be able to share with a culture, a new school, new friends. I know that it will be a little difficult at first to separate from my family. and friends but I know it's going to be a wonderful year I'm going to put my best attitude and I'm sure that you too are going to have many anectodes together host family, I consider myself someone very kind, hap
Francisca C.
·
Chile
, Age
16
,
Female
Top 3 Interests:
Amusement Parks or Water Parks
🎡
Amusement Parks or Water Parks
  
Fashion/Beauty
💋
Fashion/Beauty
  
Gymnastics/Tumbling/Vaulting
🤸
Gymnastics/Tumbling/Vaulting
  
Letter from
Francisca
:
Dear Host family Hi I'm Francisca! I'm from Chile, Im still in high school and I really like travelling and meeting new cultures, Including American culture thats why I want to learn about it and experience it. I like doing sports like artistics gymnastics, wacthing movies and series, and going out with my friends to places like the beach or the mall. Im organized and responsible about my studies because they really matter to me and my future. I also enjoy going out with my family, some
Leandro F.
·
Brazil
, Age
16
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Soccer
⚽️
Soccer
  
Fitness/Gym/Weightlifting
🏋️
Fitness/Gym/Weightlifting
  
Water Skiing or Wakeboarding
🏄
Water Skiing or Wakeboarding
  
Letter from
Leandro
:
Dear Host Family, My name is Leandro, and I’m very excited about the opportunity to spend a year with your family in the United States. Thank you so much for welcoming me into your home! I’m from Brazil, and I enjoy staying active and trying new things. I love playing soccer and spending time on the water with activities like wake surfing and wakeboarding. My faith is also very important to me, and I enjoy going to church and participating in community gatherings. On weekends, I like hangi
Agueda S.
·
Spain
, Age
15
,
Female
Top 3 Interests:
Animals/Pets
🐶
Animals/Pets
  
Horseback Riding/Racing
🐴
Horseback Riding/Racing
  
Music - Listening to or creating
🎶
Music - Listening to or creating
  
Letter from
Agueda
:
Hi, My name is Agueda and I am from the Basque country in the north of Spain. First of all, I want to thank you for giving me the opportunity of going to America. I am really looking forward to living an experience in a new country with another culture and also to share mine with you. Now I am going to talk about myself. My favorite sport is riding horses because I really like animals. Working with them is very exciting. I take classes on Wednesdays and Saturdays. And sometimes I do junior
Miguel R.
·
Brazil
, Age
17
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Sports
⚽️
Sports
  
Travel/Road Trips
🚐
Travel/Road Trips
  
Watching TV/Sports
🏟️
Watching TV/Sports
  
Letter from
Miguel
:
Hello my future host family, I'm looking forward to meeting you, I consider myself to be an outgoing person, I love sports and having fun with my friends and family. One of the things I enjoy most is traveling, getting to know the culture and food of other countries, especially food, as I love to eat and cook. I have a great relationship with my family. Other things I like to do are to play video games and watch sports. Finally, I consider myself to be an easy-going person, who likes to have f
Marceau W.
·
France
, Age
16
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Family Activities
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
Family Activities
  
Scouting
🎒
Scouting
  
Bike-Riding/Mountain biking or BMX
🚴
Bike-Riding/Mountain biking or BMX
  
Letter from
Marceau
:
Dear future host family, Thanks you so much for being willing to participate in the exchange program and considering me to potentially live together with your family for some time. I’m a French boy. I generally like to try new things, and I really would like to explore a new country and new culture such as the USA. I love listening to music, I am very sociable and also like very much sports. I also love cinema and movies, as well as watching Formula One competition. When practicing sports, I
Dario G.
·
Spain
, Age
15
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Family Activities
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
Family Activities
  
Scouting
🎒
Scouting
  
Rugby
🏉
Rugby
  
Letter from
Dario
:
Dear Host Family First of all, I would like to thank you your intention to participate in this study program in USA and accept me into your family like another member. Since I am 11 years old my parents suggested me to go to the USA, so I really wanted to live the experience. I have traveled to a lot of countries whit my family, but i have never been to a English speaking country. I am a responsible, calm and friendly guy with a lot of curiosity to meet new people and customs.
Elena V.
·
Spain
, Age
15
,
Female
Top 3 Interests:
Animals/Pets
🐶
Animals/Pets
  
Artwork/Drawing/Painting
🎨
Artwork/Drawing/Painting
  
Cooking/Baking
🧑‍🍳
Cooking/Baking
  
Letter from
Elena
:
Dear host family, My name is Elena, I'm writing this letter because I really want to do this program in the US next year. My brother did it 2 years ago, and I also want live this experience. I live with my parents and brother in Spain. We all have a good relationship and we like doing things together, like watching movies or TV series, playing boardgames, going skiing, cooking or baking cookies and muffins or traveling. I also enjoy hanging out with my friends. We usually go shopping,
Cecilie A.
·
Denmark
, Age
16
,
Female
Top 3 Interests:
Cooking/Baking
🧑‍🍳
Cooking/Baking
  
Reading or Listening to Audiobooks
📚
Reading or Listening to Audiobooks
  
Travel/Road Trips
🚐
Travel/Road Trips
  
Letter from
Cecilie
:
Dear future host family… My name is Cecilie, I'm a girl from Denmark and I am very happy and excited for having the opportunity to spend a whole year on exchange in America with you guys. I want to go on exchange because I'm sure that it would be an amazing experience, and I want to improve my language skills. I also think that this would be a great opportunity to be more outgoing and social. I want to step out of my comfort zone, and be more independent. The reason why I chose to d
Mia V.
·
Mexico
, Age
15
,
Female
Top 3 Interests:
Soccer
⚽️
Soccer
  
Fashion/Beauty
💋
Fashion/Beauty
  
Fitness/Gym/Weightlifting
🏋️
Fitness/Gym/Weightlifting
  
Letter from
Mia
:
Dear Host Family, Hello everyone! My name is Mía, and I’m really excited to write to you! I come from a warm and loving family, and I am the youngest child. I have an older brother named Rodrigo who is 23, and a sister named María who is 21. Both of them have studied in different places, and now it’s my turn to have a new adventure. At first, I can be a little shy, but once I get to know people, I think I’m fun and friendly. I love making new friends! I’m really passionate about sports, es
Marlene G.
·
Germany
, Age
16
,
Female
Top 3 Interests:
Family Activities
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
Family Activities
  
Fashion/Beauty
💋
Fashion/Beauty
  
Horseback Riding/Racing
🐴
Horseback Riding/Racing
  
Letter from
Marlene
:
Dear host family, thank you so much for attempting this program and for accepting me to live with your family. I am a German girl, and I am currently in grade nine. My friends would probably describe me as a kind, compassionate, honest, loyal and open-minded person. With my parents I have travelled a lot and I always love to explore new countries and cultures. I also want to get to know the American culture better and I want to experience the American high school, because I have seen it in
Christian C.
·
Mexico
, Age
15
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Soccer
⚽️
Soccer
  
Football
🏈
Football
  
Athletics/Track & Field
🏃
Athletics/Track & Field
  
Letter from
Christian
:
Hello family: My name is Christian.I am glad that you will be able to welcome me into your home for the next school year. I'm happy and excited but also nervous. I'm a quiet kid who likes sports, and I like to play american football and soccer. I like video games, and watch movies. I have many friends, I'm a little quiet, but I like to make friends. My favorite food is tacos, meat and tabbouleh. I'm clean and tidy. I live with my parents and my 9-year-old sister. I have a Doberman, it
Johanna K.
·
Germany
, Age
16
,
Female
Top 3 Interests:
Dance
💃
Dance
  
Music - Listening to or creating
🎶
Music - Listening to or creating
  
Tennis/Soft Tennis
🎾
Tennis/Soft Tennis
  
Letter from
Johanna
:
Dear host family, My name is Johanna, and right now I'm attending grade 10 in Germany. In this essay you'll get to know me a little bit better, and maybe we're a match and we'll meet soon.  I also want to thank you in advance for taking your time and considering my application.  My wish to spend an highschool year in the USA developed early on. My mother did it when she was my age. My brother spent a year in Maine three years ago and my family and I have already visited the USA toge
Milany Z.
·
Germany
, Age
16
,
Female
Top 3 Interests:
Acting/Theater
🎭
Acting/Theater
  
Music - Listening to or creating
🎶
Music - Listening to or creating
  
Singing - Choir or Karaoke
🎤
Singing - Choir or Karaoke
  
Letter from
Milany
:
Dear Future Host Family, My name is Milany, and I’m from Germany. I go to a bilingual school where I study in both German and English, and I’m so excited (and honestly a little nervous in the best way!) to be part of your family and experience daily life in the U.S. Let me tell you a bit more about myself: I’d say I’m a mix of energetic and thoughtful. I love being around people and having fun, but I also really value meaningful conversations and moments where I can just take in new experi
Marilou J.
·
France
, Age
16
,
Female
Top 3 Interests:
Handball
🤾
Handball
  
Board Games/Cards/Dice Games/Chess
🎲
Board Games/Cards/Dice Games/Chess
  
Cooking/Baking
🧑‍🍳
Cooking/Baking
  
Letter from
Marilou
:
Dear host family, My name is Marilou, I am 15 years old and I come from France. I will try to introduce myself, but first of all, I must tell you that I am very excited about spending 10 months in your home, discovering another culture, another school, a new family and new friends . (a little worried, but very enthusiastic!) I live with my parents and my older brother. We have a very close relationship and enjoy spending time together, whether it's family meals or weekend outings. My p
Juan T.
·
Ecuador
, Age
16
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Martial Arts
🥋
Martial Arts
  
Soccer
⚽️
Soccer
  
Tennis/Soft Tennis
🎾
Tennis/Soft Tennis
  
Letter from
Juan
:
Dear Host Family, I hope you are well, my name is Martin and I'm applying to do a High School Exchange, I am very excited about who is going to be my next parents. I want to share with you some things about me and to check if I am a good volunteer for you. I am a very sociable person, who likes to make new friends and meet new people. I like singing, actually, when I am taking a shower, I always sing at the shower and i like to hear music all the time, i like al kind of music like: electr
Nicole G.
·
Ecuador
, Age
16
,
Female
Top 3 Interests:
Debating
🧑‍⚖️
Debating
  
Volleyball
🏐
Volleyball
  
Reading or Listening to Audiobooks
📚
Reading or Listening to Audiobooks
  
Letter from
Nicole
:
Dear host family, I hope you are doing very well. My name is Nicole, and I am very excited about the opportunity to be part of your family and experience life in a new country. I love meeting new people, learning about different cultures and exploring new places, so this exchange program is a dream come true for me. At home, I enjoy spending time with my family and pets. I also like to read, watch movies, and try new foods. I am responsible and independent, but I also love being part of a
Gianluca B.
·
Germany
, Age
16
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Fashion/Beauty
💋
Fashion/Beauty
  
Fitness/Gym/Weightlifting
🏋️
Fitness/Gym/Weightlifting
  
Movies/Cinema
🎥
Movies/Cinema
  
Letter from
Gianluca
:
Dear host family, I’m really happy to introduce myself to you. First of all, I would like to thank you so much for giving me the opportunity to be part of your family and for welcoming me into your home. I’m a friendly and open person who likes to learn about different cultures and meet new people. I enjoy working out, watching movies and spending time with my friends. I also love listening to music, especially R&B. I am very interested in fashion, and I really care about dressing well. I’m a g
Artem P.
·
Ukraine
, Age
15
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Computers or Technology
💻
Computers or Technology
  
Animals/Pets
🐶
Animals/Pets
  
Fitness/Gym/Weightlifting
🏋️
Fitness/Gym/Weightlifting
  
Letter from
Artem
:
Dear Future Host Family, I hope this letter finds you well! My name is Artem, and I’m so excited about the opportunity to become part of your family during the exchange program. I’d like to share a bit about myself so you can get to know me better and decide if I’ll be a good match for your family. I live with my parents in a big house with a pool, which is one of our favorite places to spend time together, especially during the summer. Family is very important to me, and we have a traditi
LUCAS D.
·
Brazil
, Age
17
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Martial Arts
🥋
Martial Arts
  
Soccer
⚽️
Soccer
  
Fitness/Gym/Weightlifting
🏋️
Fitness/Gym/Weightlifting
  
Letter from
LUCAS
:
Dear Host Family, Thank you so much for being willing to participate in the exchange program and accepting me to live with your family. I am a 16 year old Brazilian boy and I want to have the experience of living and studying abroad. I want to learn about American life and culture. I love playing and watching soccer. I am very dedicated, hard-working, and creative. I love traveling and going to the beach, I like to go out with my friends, to go to the cinema, to play videogames, to go to th
LUIZA A.
·
Brazil
, Age
17
,
Female
Top 3 Interests:
Astronomy/Space
🪐
Astronomy/Space
  
Ice Skating/Figure skating
⛸️
Ice Skating/Figure skating
  
Learning languages or cultures
🌐
Learning languages or cultures
  
Letter from
LUIZA
:
Hi, I'm a shy girl at first, but when I feel comfortable, I talk a lot and don't stop anymore. I love dogs, I have two, Tereza and Matilde, and I love playing with them. I love watching Brazilian football. My team is Cruzeiro and I go to the games with my brother. Sometimes I watch American football, but only the Super Bowl. My dream job would be in international relations. At the American school, I really wanted to be able to participate in activities that don't exist in mine, here in Bra
Mia-Sophie B.
·
Germany
, Age
16
,
Female
Top 3 Interests:
Handball
🤾
Handball
  
Sports
⚽️
Sports
  
History/Visiting Historical Sites
🏛️
History/Visiting Historical Sites
  
Letter from
Mia-Sophie
:
Dear future host family, First of all, I would like to thank you for giving me the incredible opportunity to make my dream of an exchange year possible, that means a lot to me! I also hope that you are well, and before we will be able to get to know each other, I will tell you something about myself, my hobbies, my family and something about school, then something about my interests and about my character. My name is Mia-Sophie, but everyone calls me Mia, so you can also call me Mia a
Ronny L.
·
Italy
, Age
17
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Athletics/Track & Field
🏃
Athletics/Track & Field
  
Legos
Legos
  
Travel/Road Trips
🚐
Travel/Road Trips
  
Letter from
Ronny
:
Dear family, I'm R. and I'm an Italian boy. I live in a small town in Northern Italy, not very far from the town where my school is. I’m a very curious person, I love to learn new things and when I’m interested in a topic I always try to dive deeper into it, for example by watching youtube videos about it. I’m very active and I like to always have something to do in my free time and on weekends. I’m interested in many different things, like sports, languages, history, video games, music, cine
Davi F.
·
Brazil
, Age
17
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Entrepreneurship
📈
Entrepreneurship
  
Fitness/Gym/Weightlifting
🏋️
Fitness/Gym/Weightlifting
  
Video or Online Games
🎮
Video or Online Games
  
Letter from
Davi
:
Dear Host Family thank you for spendig your time to read my letter. My name is Davi and I am from Brazil. I love to live here for being a place with very receptive people with great parks, and many cultural events, always taste to leave here with my friends for shoppings, cinemas, theaters, parks and shows. I am currently living with my mom and my dad, who are very careful and responsible people. My parents are very friendly and understanding, but they are strict when the subject is educa
Lada S.
·
Moldova, Republic of
, Age
18
,
Female
Top 3 Interests:
Fashion/Beauty
💋
Fashion/Beauty
  
History/Visiting Historical Sites
🏛️
History/Visiting Historical Sites
  
Travel/Road Trips
🚐
Travel/Road Trips
  
Letter from
Lada
:
Dear Host family, My name is Lada, and I am so excited about the opportunity to be part of your family while I study in the United States. Thank you for opening your home to me and I look forward to getting to know you and sharing my experience and cultures. I come from a beautiful city in Russia, known for its rich history and stunning architecture. In my free time, I enjoy sports especially volleyball and basketball. I love cooking and am excited to share some traditional Russian recipe
Justus F.
·
Germany
, Age
15
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Martial Arts
🥋
Martial Arts
  
Family Activities
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
Family Activities
  
Fitness/Gym/Weightlifting
🏋️
Fitness/Gym/Weightlifting
  
Letter from
Justus
:
Dear Host Family, first of all I would like to thank you for being willing to participate in the exchange program and for making my dream come true. My name is Justus and I would really like to become a part of your family. My own family consist of 5 people, my dad Sebastian, my mom Claudia, my older sister Hannah and my younger sister Emma. As you can see I’m used to living with siblings and enjoy having them but also wouldn’t mind being an only child for a while. Because both of my par
Biel H.
·
Spain
, Age
18
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Basketball
🏀
Basketball
  
Soccer
⚽️
Soccer
  
Table Tennis/Ping Pong
🏓
Table Tennis/Ping Pong
  
Letter from
Biel
:
Dear Host Family, Hi! My name is Biel, and I’m really happy to join this exchange program. I want to thank you for welcoming me into your home, it means a lot to me! I’m from Spain and I’m 17 years old. I’m an active and friendly person who loves sports, especially soccer. I’ve played it since I was a child , and it’s a big part of my life. In my free time, I like being with friends and family, traveling, and meeting new people. I enjoy learning about other cultures, which is why I’m so
Nazar Y.
·
Ukraine
, Age
15
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Computers or Technology
💻
Computers or Technology
  
Boxing or Kickboxing
🥊
Boxing or Kickboxing
  
Video or Online Games
🎮
Video or Online Games
  
Letter from
Nazar
:
Dear Host Family, I am very excited about the opportunity to become a part of your family. I want to tell you more about myself so that you can get to know me better. My name Nazar I am 15 years old and live with my family. My family consists of my mom, dad, my older sister and my little brother. We are very close, and I enjoy spending time with them. I often play with my little brother. He is so cute and funny. In my free time, I have many hobbies. I love boxing and have been training
Diana Nausika Y.
·
Spain
, Age
15
,
Female
Top 3 Interests:
Volleyball
🏐
Volleyball
  
Animals/Pets
🐶
Animals/Pets
  
Writing/Journaling
✍️
Writing/Journaling
  
Letter from
Diana Nausika
:
Dear host family, I am grateful for your willingness to participate in the exchange program and for welcoming me into your home. I am a Spanish girl who is studing high school. I love trying new things and I am eager to explore the world, including the United States. I want to learn about American culture that I have only seen on TV and I find it fascinating. Although I am sure I will improve my english a lot, being part of your daily life and experience a new culture is my main interes
Ela K.
·
Turkey
, Age
16
,
Female
Top 3 Interests:
Volleyball
🏐
Volleyball
  
Ice Skating/Figure skating
⛸️
Ice Skating/Figure skating
  
Singing - Choir or Karaoke
🎤
Singing - Choir or Karaoke
  
Letter from
Ela
:
Dear American Family, Hello, my name is Ela. I’m 16 years old, and I live with my mom, my older brother, and my younger sister. One of the things we do most as a family is watching TV shows or movies together. We never miss the newest releases. Also, during the spring and summer months, it’s a tradition in our family to go on picnics. Everyone joins, including my aunts and uncles. We have a barbecue and play games all together. In our family, responsibilities are fairly balanced. Since my
RICARDO O.
·
Spain
, Age
15
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Fishing
🎣
Fishing
  
Golf
⛳️
Golf
  
Boxing or Kickboxing
🥊
Boxing or Kickboxing
  
Letter from
RICARDO
:
Dear family, I would like to share with you a beautiful experience that I am looking forward to. I live in a city that is not very big, I can walk to school. On the weekends I go play golf, I have a handicap of 14 and I really like to compete with my friends. In winter I accompany my father to hunt deer and wild boar. Other times, I go fishing with my friends and I have a great time. As you can see, I am passionate about everything that is related to nature. I also like other spor
Annabelle P.
·
France
, Age
17
,
Female
Top 3 Interests:
Fashion/Beauty
💋
Fashion/Beauty
  
Reading or Listening to Audiobooks
📚
Reading or Listening to Audiobooks
  
Skiing Downhill or Snowboarding
Skiing Downhill or Snowboarding
  
Letter from
Annabelle
:
Hello, My name is Annabelle, and I have been dreaming of spending a year in the US for the past 3 years. I've always heard my parents speaking English together as my father is Dutch and he did not speak French when he moved to France. My family always told me that being fluent in English is very important, for the future work but also for traveling. I have been traveling since I am very young, and I love it; discovering new landscapes, meeting new people, and experiencing new cultures. Wh
Maria P.
·
Spain
, Age
15
,
Female
Top 3 Interests:
Family Activities
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
Family Activities
  
Cooking/Baking
🧑‍🍳
Cooking/Baking
  
Tennis/Soft Tennis
🎾
Tennis/Soft Tennis
  
Letter from
Maria
:
Dear host family: Thank you so much for acceptting me to live with you the whole year. I´m a spanish girl who just stared the 9th great. I want to discovered new things, new experience, and learned more things. I´m a happy personne, very organized, affectionate, autonomous, funny and studious. I love cooking, spending time with my family and my friends, playing cards, take walks and get dinner with my family. I love Windsurfing, I like sports like volleyball, tennis, swimming and ski
Hamad A.
·
Kuwait
, Age
16
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Entrepreneurship
📈
Entrepreneurship
  
Piloting/Flying Aircraft
🧑‍✈️
Piloting/Flying Aircraft
  
Videography/Film Making
🎥
Videography/Film Making
  
Letter from
Hamad
:
Dear American Family, My name is Hamad, and I am 16 years old. I have two brothers and a sister, and as the eldest, I take on a lot of responsibility for them, especially when my parents are not home. I believe this has helped me develop a strong sense of responsibility and care for others. Thank you for considering me as a part of your household; I am truly excited to join your family and experience life in the United States. Aviation has been my passion for as long as I can remember. The
Aldara S.
·
Spain
, Age
15
,
Female
Top 3 Interests:
Band or Orchestra
🎶
Band or Orchestra
  
Soccer
⚽️
Soccer
  
Playing Piano or Musical Instruments
🎶
Playing Piano or Musical Instruments
  
Letter from
Aldara
:
Dear Host Family, First of all, I want to thank you for the opportunity to be part of your family for a year in the USA. Before that, I’d like to introduce myself. My name is Aldara, and I live with my parents and my younger brother in a town in the northwest of Spain. A few years ago, my parents introduced me to the idea of spending an academic year in the USA. At first, I was a little nervous, but now I am really looking forward to it. I am currently in 10th grade. My friends describe me
Fathir A.
·
Indonesia
, Age
17
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Debating
🧑‍⚖️
Debating
  
Reading or Listening to Audiobooks
📚
Reading or Listening to Audiobooks
  
Writing/Journaling
✍️
Writing/Journaling
  
Letter from
Fathir
:
Dear Host Family, I am very happy to introduce myself to you. I am the oldest son of three siblings. My first younger brother is currently studying in high school, and my second sibling is a younger sister who is still in elementary school. Although I am a boarding school student and rarely have time at home, we are a very close family and enjoy spending time together. We usually spend our weekends cooking and going on vacations, both locally and out of town. In my free time, my family a
Fernanda T.
·
Chile
, Age
15
,
Female
Top 3 Interests:
Visiting Museums
🖼
Visiting Museums
  
Carnivals or Festivals
🎡
Carnivals or Festivals
  
Walks
🏃
Walks
  
Letter from
Fernanda
:
Hello, my name is Fernanda, when I feel safe I can´t stop talking and laughing with people. I love the beach and ride bycicle, unfortunelly where I live the nearest beach is an hour and a half away by car. I live in the country side with my parents and my siblings, Valentina is 19 years old, she is the oldest, she graduated from school last year, and this year she went to an intensive English course in San Diego California, next year she is going to University. Benjamin is 16 years old, he is
Ali K.
·
Turkey
, Age
16
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Acting/Theater
🎭
Acting/Theater
  
Artwork/Drawing/Painting
🎨
Artwork/Drawing/Painting
  
Playing Piano or Musical Instruments
🎶
Playing Piano or Musical Instruments
  
Letter from
Ali
:
Dear American Family, Hi! I'm Ali. I'm 15 years old. I'm from Turkiye. I live in a small city where we don't have much opportunities but im trying to find a way to change this by starting new projects with what i have in hand. I live in a small family with my two sisters, my mom and my dad. I love traveling with my family because we all love seeing different places. I also love playing board games with my family. At home i am responsible for keeping my room and shared areas clean and taking c
Jiwoo H.
·
Korea, Republic of
, Age
17
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Computers or Technology
💻
Computers or Technology
  
Board Games/Cards/Dice Games/Chess
🎲
Board Games/Cards/Dice Games/Chess
  
Video or Online Games
🎮
Video or Online Games
  
Letter from
Jiwoo
:
Dear host family, Hello, I am jiwoo. I am a student at korea . I was born and is living in a loving family . I am a bright and cheerful person and love to have lot's of conversations. I love playing video games and board game's that's why I want to make game's that anyone would like and enjoy and I also enjoy some sport's like soccer and badminton it makes my mind and body healthy. when I go to America and meet your family ,I want to have fun with all of you and I want to treat you as
Md Labib R.
·
Bangladesh
, Age
15
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Debating
🧑‍⚖️
Debating
  
Music - Listening to or creating
🎶
Music - Listening to or creating
  
Singing - Choir or Karaoke
🎤
Singing - Choir or Karaoke
  
Letter from
Md Labib
:
Dear American Family, At first take my love. I hope you all are well. I'm well too. I'm Md Labib. I'm from Bangladesh . I'm almost 16 years old and currently studying in grade 10. My family consists of four members. I'm one of two siblings.I enjoy eating with my family , discussing daily lives, preparing meals together. Sometimes we travel together and explore new places. I have many responsibilities at home like taking care of my health, keeping my own thing organized and helping with dai
Erwan A.
·
France
, Age
15
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Badminton
🏸
Badminton
  
Computers or Technology
💻
Computers or Technology
  
Playing Piano or Musical Instruments
🎶
Playing Piano or Musical Instruments
  
Letter from
Erwan
:
Dear Host Family, Thank you for participating in the exchange program and accepting me to live with you and your family. I am a French boy who just finished middle school. I love travelling and have been travelling ever since I could. This will be my first experience travelling alone and for such a long time, I can't wait to discover America and its culture. I'm a very athletic person, I love doing all kinds of sports, especially badminton. I am excited most of the time, extroverted and f
Farhan A.
·
Pakistan
, Age
15
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Cricket
🏏
Cricket
  
Reading or Listening to Audiobooks
📚
Reading or Listening to Audiobooks
  
Video or Online Games
🎮
Video or Online Games
  
Letter from
Farhan
:
Dear American Family, It is pleasure for me to introduce myself. I am Farhan. I belong to a middle class family. My father is a government employee. My mother is a teacher. I have an elder brother and five sisters. I studied till my primary education in my home town then I started studying in a boarding institution. I love all of my siblings and family. We spend a good time together and enjoy a lot. At weekends and in our spare time, we play video games together. We also study together. I
Meza M.
·
Indonesia
, Age
16
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Family Activities
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
Family Activities
  
Studying/Learning new things
📚
Studying/Learning new things
  
Writing/Journaling
✍️
Writing/Journaling
  
Letter from
Meza
:
Hello, my future Host Family! I'm Meza, a 16-year-old student, and I'm thrilled to introduce myself to you! Right now, I live in a dormitory for high school, which has been a big change for me since I've always been close to my family. It's been an exciting experience too, living away from home has taught me to be more independent and responsible, skills I know will be useful during my stay with you. I come from a family who means the world to me. I'm the only son and the second grandchildren
Ghina A.
·
Indonesia
, Age
16
,
Female
Top 3 Interests:
Cooking/Baking
🧑‍🍳
Cooking/Baking
  
Museums/Art Exhibits
🖼️
Museums/Art Exhibits
  
Writing/Journaling
✍️
Writing/Journaling
  
Letter from
Ghina
:
Hello dear my future host family, I'm Ghina. I'd glad to tell you about my favorite activity with my family. Our family really love to eat, so whenever our birthday coming the only way to celebrate it is just go to a nice restaurant. Fun fact, we didn't really like sweet food like a birthday cake. In my house I live with my second older brother and my mother. My first brother was born in 1997 and already married. My father live separated away from us due his work, and my parents got divorced si
Fiza A.
·
Pakistan
, Age
15
,
Female
Top 3 Interests:
Sports
⚽️
Sports
  
History/Visiting Historical Sites
🏛️
History/Visiting Historical Sites
  
Reading or Listening to Audiobooks
📚
Reading or Listening to Audiobooks
  
Letter from
Fiza
:
Dear American Family, Hello! I am Fiza and it feels so good to write this letter to you, first let me introduce myself, I am Fiza currently studying in 9 class. I am a quick learner and a good speaker. I would call myself a kind hearted and honest person, as my teachers and peers have always acknowledged that. I have one sibling who is younger than me and mom and dad. The four of us live in a cozy home. My dad is a math's teacher and mom is housewife. I love them both very much. We always eat
Zulkifal K.
·
Pakistan
, Age
15
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Fishing
🎣
Fishing
  
Cricket
🏏
Cricket
  
Gardening/Houseplants
🪴
Gardening/Houseplants
  
Letter from
Zulkifal
:
Hello! I hope this letter finds you well! My name is Zulkifal, and i am a 10th-grade student from a village in Pakistan. My village is known for its people's hospitality and kindness, and I am exited to share a bit about myself. I live in a rural area with my family, which includes my father, a farmer, my mother, a house wife, and my brother and sister, who are also students. Growing up in a rural setting has taught me the importance of teamwork, especially with in my family. I often help
Fatima 'Izzy' M.
·
Bahrain
, Age
16
,
Female
Top 3 Interests:
Movies/Cinema
🎥
Movies/Cinema
  
Reading or Listening to Audiobooks
📚
Reading or Listening to Audiobooks
  
Singing - Choir or Karaoke
🎤
Singing - Choir or Karaoke
  
Letter from
Fatima 'Izzy'
:
Dear American Family, Hello, my name is Fatima, though my family members and friends call me Izzy, and I'd like if you did the same. I was born into a family with four older brothers and no sisters, my mother had a daughter before me but she sadly passed away before I was born which makes me a Replacement child (a term used to refer to a child conceived shortly after the parents have lost another child) being an only girl and being very young compared to my brothers led to my parents being ve
Muhammad 'Umar' S.
·
Pakistan
, Age
16
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Debating
🧑‍⚖️
Debating
  
Soccer
⚽️
Soccer
  
Board Games/Cards/Dice Games/Chess
🎲
Board Games/Cards/Dice Games/Chess
  
Letter from
Muhammad 'Umar'
:
Dear American Family, I hope you find this letter in the best health possible. I am currently studying in 10th grade at the age of 16. I have a family of 5. We enjoy sitting together, laughing, talking and sharing how our day went. We also like to experience new things and go out. I have a lot of responsibilities at home from doing chores to bringing groceries and helping my mother with other things such as cooking. My interest mainly lies in International Relations and environmental bette
Ahmet Emir Y.
·
Turkey
, Age
16
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Computers or Technology
💻
Computers or Technology
  
Sports
⚽️
Sports
  
Fitness/Gym/Weightlifting
🏋️
Fitness/Gym/Weightlifting
  
Letter from
Ahmet Emir
:
Hello Dear Host Family, My name is Ahmet Emir, and I'm 15 years old. I'm a student from Turkey. I study at 11th grade at highschool. I'm a blind person but I don't think being visually impaired restricts me to do anything. I like to develope my self at every point for being into life. I try to solve my problems my own as I can and I don't hesitate to ask for help when I need. I'm very excited for the chance to join your family! I love computers, and my goal is to become a softwar
Maryam M.
·
Pakistan
, Age
15
,
Female
Top 3 Interests:
Badminton
🏸
Badminton
  
Artwork/Drawing/Painting
🎨
Artwork/Drawing/Painting
  
Reading or Listening to Audiobooks
📚
Reading or Listening to Audiobooks
  
Letter from
Maryam
:
Dear American Family, Greetings!! Honorable host family. I am the one writing this letter to you. I am a 15 year old teenager studying in class 10th. I have family of five members including my parents, my brother and my aunt. Playing badminton, cricket, board games, indoor games are some of the activities I enjoy doing with my family. I help my mother in household chores and I help my brother in studies. Moreover, I enjoy reading magazines and newspaper in my free time. I also do calligraphy
Hussein 'Courtois' M.
·
Egypt
, Age
15
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Soccer
⚽️
Soccer
  
Community Service/Volunteering
🙋
Community Service/Volunteering
  
Cooking/Baking
🧑‍🍳
Cooking/Baking
  
Letter from
Hussein 'Courtois'
:
Dear host family, I am excited to write to you about my self and who I am. I am Hussein and my friends call me "Courtois" like the goalkeeper of Real Madrid because I am a good goalkeeper too, and I am an Egyptian student. I live beside the school, so it takes me about 10 minutes to arrive. My dad drives me and my brothers to the school. I have 2 younger brothers, and they are 11 years old and 7 years old, and we enjoy playing soccer and doing many activities together, and I have a kitten
Roman K.
·
Ukraine
, Age
16
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Leadership Opportunities
📈
Leadership Opportunities
  
Skiing Downhill or Snowboarding
Skiing Downhill or Snowboarding
  
Tennis/Soft Tennis
🎾
Tennis/Soft Tennis
  
Letter from
Roman
:
Dear Family, First of all, I would like to thank you for taking the time to learn about me and read this essay. My name is Roman, and I currently live in Kyiv, Ukraine. I am finishing 10th grade and plan to complete 11th grade in the United States. I consider myself an adventurous person who loves exploring new countries, learning about different cultures, discovering fascinating places, and tasting traditional foods. When it comes to my hobbies, I am passionate about tennis. I discover
Victor C.
·
France
, Age
16
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Handball
🤾
Handball
  
Bike-Riding/Mountain biking or BMX
🚴
Bike-Riding/Mountain biking or BMX
  
Skiing Downhill or Snowboarding
Skiing Downhill or Snowboarding
  
Letter from
Victor
:
Dear Host Family, My name is Victor, I am from France, and I live in a small mountain town in the Alps. Coming from a large family, I grew up in a blended family, which has helped me develop a great ability to adapt. I have three younger brothers, including one by marriage. I want to go to the United States for several reasons: first, to meet new people, become more independent, discover a new culture, and improve my English. Currently, I am in boarding school, which has already helped me
Manuel G.
·
Spain
, Age
15
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Computers or Technology
💻
Computers or Technology
  
Soccer
⚽️
Soccer
  
Tennis/Soft Tennis
🎾
Tennis/Soft Tennis
  
Letter from
Manuel
:
Dear host family, My name is Manuel, I'm 14 years old and I'm from Spain. I'm super excited for this experience and for meeting you. I've wanted to make an exchange program for a long time, and now that I have the opportunity to live in the United States for a while, I can't be happier. I'm a pretty calm, responsible and organized guy. I like to follow the rules and do things right, but I also know how to have fun. I love sports, especially soccer, which I have practiced since I was little
Sergio T.
·
Spain
, Age
15
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Soccer
⚽️
Soccer
  
Reading or Listening to Audiobooks
📚
Reading or Listening to Audiobooks
  
Video or Online Games
🎮
Video or Online Games
  
Letter from
Sergio
:
Dear host family, My name is Sergio. I live with my parents and my brother, whom I appreciate very much because he has taught me many things throughout my life. I get along very well with my entire family and we are very happy. My family is a little big because I have 11 uncles, 12 cousins ​​and 2 grandparents. We all get along very well and we are a very fun family and I have a great time with them. My school life is good since I have many friends at school and I get along quite well wit
Mani A.
·
France
, Age
15
,
Male
Top 3 Interests:
Computers or Technology
💻
Computers or Technology
  
Learning languages or cultures
🌐
Learning languages or cultures
  
Tennis/Soft Tennis
🎾
Tennis/Soft Tennis
  
Letter from
Mani
:
Dear host family, Thank you very much for agreeing to take part in the exchange program and for welcoming me into your family. I'm a young Frenchman who has just finished his year of seconde. I like to try new things and explore the world, including America. I want to discover American culture and share your life. I'm direct, creative and fun-loving. I like sports, like badminton, tennis, and I really enjoyed the time I tried baseball. I speak two languages, French and a minimum of
Levanna V.
·
France
, Age
15
,
Female
Top 3 Interests:
Amusement Parks or Water Parks
🎡
Amusement Parks or Water Parks
  
Cooking/Baking
🧑‍🍳
Cooking/Baking
  
Travel/Road Trips
🚐
Travel/Road Trips
  
Letter from
Levanna
:
Hello, Since I was little, I have wanted to travel and discover the world. That's why I am embarking on this experience. I am someone mature, responsible, kind and caring. I love helping others. I always try to find the positive in every situation and see the best in everyone. I radiate joy for life and I try to always be myself. Iam a very sunny person. I have two older sisters and a younger brother. My sisters no longer live with us, but I love spending time with them. I live with my two
OLAYA G.
·
Spain
, Age
15
,
Female
Top 3 Interests:
Board Games/Cards/Dice Games/Chess
🎲
Board Games/Cards/Dice Games/Chess
  
Cooking/Baking
🧑‍🍳
Cooking/Baking
  
Travel/Road Trips
🚐
Travel/Road Trips
  
Letter from
OLAYA
:
Dear American family, My name is Olaya. I am a 14 years old girl who lives in Madrid (Spain). I go to a public high school close to my home (it is 1 mile from my home). I like to go to school as I enjoy learning and spending time with my friends there. My mother is a teacher at Complutense University in Madrid, where she teaches Marketing Research and Neuromarketing. She cooks very well and she likes to try new recipes that she imagines so we eat a lot of wonderful meals everyday. I like to g
Amelia R.
·
Spain
, Age
15
,
Female
Top 3 Interests:
Politics
🧑‍⚖️
Politics
  
Cooking/Baking
🧑‍🍳
Cooking/Baking
  
Fashion/Beauty
💋
Fashion/Beauty
  
Letter from
Amelia
:
Dear family My name is Amelia, and I’m from Spain. There are three people in my family: my mother, her boyfriend, and me. I don’t have a father because my mom is a single mom, and I think it’s important for you to know that. Lately, we’ve been very happy together and have a lot of trust. I like playing padel, and I’m good at it, but when I’m there, I would like to try another sport. I’m not very sporty, but I think it’s always good to try new things. As for music, I like reggaeton, but I als
Noemy Andrea
Spain
· 17, Female
Top three interests: Cooking, Family Activities, Travel
Letter from Noemy Andrea: Dear Host Family, My name is Noemy, I’m from Italy and I am happy to be spending 10 months with... (continue reading)
Noemy Andrea
Spain
· 17, Female
Top three interests: Cooking, Family Activities, Travel
Letter from Noemy Andrea: Dear Host Family, My name is Noemy, I’m from Italy and I am happy to be spending 10 months with... (continue reading)
Noemy Andrea
Spain
· 17, Female
Top three interests: Cooking, Family Activities, Travel
Letter from Noemy Andrea: Dear Host Family, My name is Noemy, I’m from Italy and I am happy to be spending 10 months with... (continue reading)
Noemy Andrea
Spain
· 17, Female
Top three interests: Cooking, Family Activities, Travel
Letter from Noemy Andrea: Dear Host Family, My name is Noemy, I’m from Italy and I am happy to be spending 10 months with... (continue reading)
Noemy Andrea
Spain
· 17, Female
Top three interests: Cooking, Family Activities, Travel
Letter from Noemy Andrea: Dear Host Family, My name is Noemy, I’m from Italy and I am happy to be spending 10 months with... (continue reading)
Noemy Andrea
Spain
· 17, Female
Top three interests: Cooking, Family Activities, Travel
Letter from Noemy Andrea: Dear Host Family, My name is Noemy, I’m from Italy and I am happy to be spending 10 months with... (continue reading)
Noemy Andrea
Spain
· 17, Female
Top three interests: Cooking, Family Activities, Travel
Letter from Noemy Andrea: Dear Host Family, My name is Noemy, I’m from Italy and I am happy to be spending 10 months with... (continue reading)
Noemy Andrea
Spain
· 17, Female
Top three interests: Cooking, Family Activities, Travel
Letter from Noemy Andrea: Dear Host Family, My name is Noemy, I’m from Italy and I am happy to be spending 10 months with... (continue reading)
Noemy Andrea
Spain
· 17, Female
Top three interests: Cooking, Family Activities, Travel
Letter from Noemy Andrea: Dear Host Family, My name is Noemy, I’m from Italy and I am happy to be spending 10 months with... (continue reading)

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