AYA students are blessed to have Local Coordinators who genuinely care about their well-being and want to make sure they have a fun, rewarding experience in the United States. They are role models for their students and exemplify what it means to be accepting, giving and an … [Read more...]
AYA Local Coordinator Appreciation Week: Meet Marilu from Texas!
Up next for LC Appreciation Week is Maria from Texas, just outside of Dallas! "Marilu," as her students call her, is an important part of their experience in the U.S. We hope you'll enjoy reading the kind words they have to say about her and how much of an impact she's made … [Read more...]
AYA Local Coordinator Appreciation Week: Meet Cindy from Missouri!
Local Coordinator Appreciation Week is underway! Say hello to Cindy J., an Academic Year in America LC from the Kansas City area! We hope you'll enjoy the heartfelt words one of her students had to say about her and why she feels Cindy is an asset to her time in the … [Read more...]
AYA Local Coordinator Appreciation Week: Meet Regenia from Ohio!
It's Local Coordinator (LC) Appreciation Week! We are so thankful for each and every LC who gives their all to Academic Year in America and our students. Over the next two weeks, we'll be highlighting some of these amazing, generous and compassionate individuals from the … [Read more...]
Exchange Student Reflection: Roman from Germany’s Experience
Roman, a high school exchange student from Germany, provides the following detailed story about his experiences to let people know the value of international exchange from his firsthand perspective. An Exchange Year in the USA is a Worthwhile Experience Thanks, Roman, for … [Read more...]
The Gay Family: Our Host Family of the Month
Congratulations to the Gay family of Rice Lake, WI!! Their German exchange student says she laughs with them all the time and she feels incredibly cared for and supported with the family. They enjoy doing activities together like baking and playing games and spending time as a … [Read more...]