Coming to live in a new country with a new family can feel both scary and exciting for high school exchange students. Often, what defines a successful exchange year depends on whether the student learns to feel at home in the U.S. with their host family. … [Read more...]
You Don’t Need an Extraordinary Life to Be an Extraordinary Host Family
Some people think that hosting a high school exchange student requires an exciting life filled with constant entertainment, elaborate vacations, and a picture-perfect lifestyle. The truth is that exchange students come to the U.S. to experience everyday American life; … [Read more...]
AYA Gives Back: More Than 2,000 Hours of Community Impact
This spring, our exchange students, Local Coordinators (LCs), and host families came together for the AYA Gives Back Community Service Challenge, proving that small acts of service can lead to extraordinary results. With an original goal of 500 volunteer … [Read more...]
Why Hosting Matters Now More Than Ever
In a world that can feel increasingly divided and unpredictable, it’s easy to wonder what difference one person or one family can really make. But some of the most meaningful changes begin right in your community. Hosting a high school exchange student is one of those … [Read more...]
Student of the Month: Estefania from Germany Hosted in Florida
While every AYA student is committed to cultural exchange and intercultural learning, some truly go above and beyond—creating a lasting impact on their host family and community that deserves a special shoutout. Estefania from Germany is an exceptional example of this commitment … [Read more...]
Student Spotlight: Niklas from Austria Hosted in Georgia
The impact of an exchange year is profound. For Niklas, an exchange student from Austria spending his year in Georgia, his journey has been filled with new experiences, meaningful connections, and moments that have pushed him to grow. Between settling in with his host family and … [Read more...]
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