Sure, hosting an international exchange student is a commitment, but it may also be the most rewarding endeavor a teacher can ever take on. (And not just because every once in a while you might come home to find delicious authentic international cuisine waiting for you after a … [Read more...]
The Gift of an International Sibling
When hosting with AYA, you can select a student that you feel will best fit your family's lifestyle, personality and interests, and your kids have a special opportunity to share their American lifestyle with an international high school student. As your family shapes the … [Read more...]
Sharing Fun Times Together – Across the United States
Host families, AYA students and Local Coordinators often share such fun pictures and stories from their travels and activities together. It's great to see so many 'firsts' and people exploring America's vast natural beauty, landmarks, food, pastimes and so much more! For your … [Read more...]
What to Expect as an AYA Host Family
It's so exciting to meet and bond with a new foreign exchange student about to become a part of your household! You become surrogate parents and gain a "new" son or daughter when you participate in cultural exchange through hosting with AYA. Expectant host families have so … [Read more...]
Congrats to the AYA Host Family of the Year!
Each year, AYA students and Local Coordinators (LCs) nominate host families across the country for the honor of Host Family of the Year. It is always difficult to choose a winner from all of the nominations. We're reminded each year that AYA host families make such a huge impact … [Read more...]
YES Student Keeps an Open Mind
Here's a great example of how an open mind and willingness to explore life outside of your comfort zone can yield wonderful results to overcome culture shock and make real connections with people that seem so different on the surface. The following submission from Daniel, a YES … [Read more...]
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