Did you know… Academic Year in America (AYA) host families come from a mix of backgrounds, ages, sizes, and states? If you’re wondering if hosting is right for you, perhaps this list of myths will ease some of your hesitancies. Here are some myths about hosting – that we’ve … [Read more...]
Host Family Stories
5 Questions Host Families Frequently Ask – and Answers
It’s that time of year again… Academic Year in America (AYA) students are starting to arrive in the USA for their exchange year! With host family applications still rolling in, we know that our potential applicants probably have a lot of questions in mind. We’ve put together a … [Read more...]
To Germany and Back: How Hosting an Exchange Student Led to the Trip of a Lifetime
When you host an exchange student, your family will grow across the globe. Robb, an Academic Year in America (AYA) host dad from Ohio, knows this firsthand. A host father of 8 (going on 9) students, Robb’s family has expanded immensely since he started hosting. A few years … [Read more...]
4 Things That Will Happen to You if You Host an Exchange Student
Interested in hosting an exchange student, but not sure what the effects will be on you and/or your family? Here are four things you can plan on happening if you host an international exchange student with Academic Year in America (AYA). 1. You’ll Learn About a Different … [Read more...]
The Votes are In: AYA’s 2018 Host Family of the Year Is…
Each year, Academic Year in America (AYA) exchange students and Local Coordinators across the USA nominate excellent host families for the honor of Host Family of the Year. We’re always inspired by all of our host families, but especially by our Host Family of the Year nominees. … [Read more...]
From Local Coordinator to International Mother: An AYA Host Mom’s Reflection
A mother of four kids under age 10, Melissa, a Local Coordinator from North Carolina, was initially nervous about hosting a high school exchange student with Academic Year in America (AYA). Before long though, her German exchange student, Sanna, became family. While saying … [Read more...]
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