Our favorite annual tradition is here – announcing Host Family of the Year! Each and every year, AYA students and Local Coordinators across the United States submit meaningful, heartwarming nomination letters about their beloved host families. As always, we were moved by the … [Read more...]
What is a Local Coordinator?
https://youtu.be/v_aiKQmZ0bA Since 1981, Academic Year in America (AYA) has placed over 30,000 exchange students with volunteer host families throughout the United States. Behind every success story is a dedicated Local Coordinator, also known as an LC. Let’s take a closer … [Read more...]
German Exchange Student Shares Gratitude for Host Family in Oregon
The impact a host family can make on an international high school student is immense. German exchange student Laura's experience in Oregon was unparalleled thanks to the incredible family who welcomed her into their hearts and home. It was a spontaneous decision for them, … [Read more...]
Host Family FAQs: Who Can Host a High School Exchange Student?
https://youtu.be/S0dBgtvKqWo Have you ever wondered who is eligible to become a host family to high school exchange students? Just as there’s no “typical” American family, there is no standard host family. Academic Year in America (AYA) host families come in many sizes, from … [Read more...]
Why Host an Exchange Student: 5 Major Benefits
https://youtu.be/RgMnWxgaYjM Do you ever feel like you want to make a difference in the world, but you don’t know where to start? Hosting an international exchange student is one of the easiest ways to make an impact on a young person’s life – and on your family’s life and … [Read more...]
5 Things You Need to Host an Exchange Student
Families across the country will open their hearts and homes to international high school exchange students for this upcoming school year. But what does a host family need to provide? Here are 5 things that a host family needs to host an exchange student with AYA: 1. An … [Read more...]
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