Terri and Ed in Moscow with Guzel and her sister The following article was contributed by Terri, a Local Coordinator from New York reflecting with great pride on the accomplishments of a beloved host daughter — and her family's joy in sharing life's 'little moments' through … [Read more...]
High School Exchange Students Show School Spirit
The Academic Year in America high school student exchange program helps international students learn what it's like to be a 'typical' American teenager. Academics and responsibilities are certainly part of that equation, but extracurricular activities and socializing with peers … [Read more...]
Best of #WeAreAYA: August Edition
We are so lucky to have an incredible community of students, host families, and Local Coordinators who love to share exchange year experiences on social media! Each month we plan to showcase some of our favorite Insta photos posted using the official Academic Year in … [Read more...]
Reflections on a Five-Year Adventure with AYA
Sharing each other's culture and living as family can lead to some pretty great experiences and cherished memories. It is not surprising, but always wonderful to hear when host families and AYA exchange students form lasting bonds. The following contribution is from host mom … [Read more...]
Exchange Student Suggests Extracurriculars for Fun & Friendship
Natalie pictured practicing for an upcoming softball game. Natalie, an exchange student from Germany placed with a host family in Michigan, enjoyed participating in extracurricular activities during her time in the U.S. She recommends joining a club to other high school … [Read more...]
German Exchange Student Enjoys Country Life
AYA high school exchange gives international youth the chance to study abroad in locations across the country. The United States is a large and varied nation with vast contrasts from state to state and region to region. Our students may enjoy a placement in a bustling city or the … [Read more...]
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