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Student Spotlight: Emilia from Poland Hosted in Tennessee

April 25, 2025 AYA Leave a Comment

AYA exchange student Emilia from Poland in Washington

We are so excited to shine a spotlight on one of our outstanding exchange students who has truly embodied the spirit of learning, growth, and cultural exchange. Meet exchange student Emilia, who is originally from Poland. Emilia has truly embraced new experiences, fostered … [Read more...]

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Student of the Month: Emilia from Poland, Hosted in Tennessee

February 26, 2025 AYA Leave a Comment

AYA Exchange Student from Poland

Exchange student Emilia from Poland during her exchange year in Tennessee We are thrilled to shine a spotlight on one of our outstanding exchange students who has truly embodied the spirit of learning, growth, and cultural exchange. Meet Emilia, our esteemed Student of the … [Read more...]

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AYA Staff Member Observes Ramadan in Solidarity with Muslim Exchange Students

June 3, 2024 AYA 1 Comment

Ashleigh Caws with KL-YES Program students

Ashleigh Caws, AYA Director of Operations & Special Programs, with YES Program Students Each year, many high school exchange students across the United States observe the Muslim holiday of Ramadan. To gain a greater appreciation and understanding of what an AYA exchange … [Read more...]

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Student of the Month: Iga from Poland, Hosted in Georgia

March 18, 2024 AYA Leave a Comment

AYA/FLEX Program student from Poland gives class presentation in Georgia

Exchange student Iga from Poland gives a presentation to a class of elementary school students in Georgia Iga from Poland, AYA Student of the Month for March 2024 We are thrilled to shine a spotlight on one of our outstanding exchange students who has truly embodied the … [Read more...]

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Meet the 2022-23 Host Family of the Year

June 22, 2023 AYA Leave a Comment

AYA Host Family of the Year 2022-23

Our favorite annual tradition is here – announcing Host Family of the Year! Each and every year, AYA students and Local Coordinators across the United States submit meaningful, heartwarming nomination letters about their beloved host families. As always, we were moved by the … [Read more...]

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Meet the AYA 2019-20 Host Family of the Year!

May 27, 2020 AYA Leave a Comment

At the end of each school year, Academic Year in America (AYA) international high school exchange students and their Local Coordinators across the United States take the time to nominate host families for the honor of AYA Host Family of the Year. In … [Read more...]

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