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...]
What Are a Host Family’s Responsibilities?
Host families with AYA are fantastic people across the U.S. that welcome international high school students into their homes for a semester or academic year. To understand why host families are so important, keep in mind that their generosity supports cultural exchange and … [Read more...]
Happy Mother’s Day AYA Host Moms!
Host moms are heroes! As we prepare to celebrate Mother's Day, we at AYA are thinking about our wonderful host moms across the country. Thank you—and best wishes to all of you beautiful people—today and always! We hope you know how much you are appreciated. AYA host moms mean … [Read more...]
Why Hosting Matters: Let’s Bring the World Together
When you host a foreign exchange student with Academic Year in America (AYA), you welcome a young ambassador of another country to interact and exchange with your family, community and American youth. When AYA students return to their home countries, they bring valuable … [Read more...]
Host Family of the Month: The Whittaker Family from Ohio!
Prom dress shopping! Congratulations to the Whittaker family from Ohio for being our Host Family of the Month (April)! The Whittakers have been an amazing support for their Germany exchange daughter. They spend quality family time together laughing and hanging out. … [Read more...]
Student of the Month: From India to Indiana, Meet Kay!
Say hello to Kay! Congratulations to Kaustaubh Rangari, the AYA Student of the Month (April)! Kaustaubh, or "Kay" as he is known in the United States, has proven to be a wonderful addition to his community in Indiana. He is well-known at school because of his involvement in … [Read more...]
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