Diana pictured (front left) with her host family as they prepare to ride. AYA students enjoy the opportunity to see the real America. Sometimes their experiences can seem like a movie, but they are also important to show that the U.S. is too massive and varied to conform … [Read more...]
Razan’s Exchange Year: Life in Two States
Razan, a YES student from Kuwait, was fortunate to live in two states for a whirlwind of adventure during her time in the U.S. First, she was a student living in Texas. Next, she moved with her host family to New York. Razan enjoyed her experiences so much, and lucky for us, she … [Read more...]
Exchange Students Take Action for Prom Safety
Getting dressed up for prom and sharing this special event with classmates should be nothing but a time of joy. Sadly, teenage drinking and texting while driving continues to cast a shadow on what should be a grand celebration. This is an unfortunate reality of life across … [Read more...]
Explore the World with AYA Students
Hosting Academic Year in America (AYA) students is a fantastic way for families, schools and communities to learn about exotic locations outside of America. AYA students are bright, curious and eager to share and explore during their time here. They are wonderful … [Read more...]
It’s Prom Season!
Prom is a fun event for AYA students, schools, host families and Local Coordinators across the country. We hope you will enjoy these happy images submitted by Kelly, an LC from Kansas and Terri, and LC from New York. We wish everyone a safe and enjoyable prom season … [Read more...]
Exchange Student Connects with Community by Sharing Talents
A couple of years back, Mark, one of our host parents from Pennsylvania shared a remarkable story about Levi, an exchange student from Norway. Even now, thinking back to this story, we are inspired. It reminds us how students from other countries can connect so profoundly with … [Read more...]
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