Exchange students often arrive in the U.S. with interests, hobbies, and goals they are excited to continue pursuing during their exchange year. For host families, watching them follow their interests in the U.S. or uncover new passions can be one of the most rewarding parts … [Read more...]
Beyond the School Year: How Host Family & Exchange Student Relationships Last
One of the biggest benefits of hosting an exchange student is the lasting relationships host families and students build. Over a semester or school year, exchange students can begin to truly feel like family to parents and host siblings alike, making it … [Read more...]
How Hosting Strengthens Schools and Communities
When families decide to host an exchange student, they often focus on how the experience will affect their household. But that's only the beginning of the story. As exchange students become part of local sports teams, high schools, clubs, volunteer organizations, and … [Read more...]
Cultural Exchange Happens Around the Dinner Table
When people think about cultural exchange, they often picture passports, international travel, and trips to faraway places. But for families who host exchange students, meaningful cultural exchange happens right at home. Gathered around the dinner table, students and … [Read more...]
Why Host Siblings Can Become Family for Life
When families in the U.S. consider hosting a high school exchange student, they often focus on the role of the host parents. But in many homes, host siblings play an important role in shaping the exchange experience, too! While families do not need to have … [Read more...]
How Host Families Can Support Exchange Students Through Homesickness and Culture Shock
Coming to the U.S. on a high school exchange program is an exciting adventure and a dream come true for many exchange students, but it also can come with challenges. Leaving behind family, friends, familiar routines, and the culture you’ve grown up with can lead to … [Read more...]
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