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Exchange Students Honor U.S. Fallen Heroes for Wreaths Across America Day

December 28, 2016 AYA Leave a Comment

Exchange Students Participate in Wreaths Across America Day | Academic Year in America (AYA)

Louise H., a Local Coordinator in the Virginia/Maryland area, and Cindy A., a Local Coordinator from Ohio, recently organized a fantastic community service project for a large group of AYA students to attend in Washington D.C. On a cold Saturday in December, in addition to … [Read more...]

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Making History: 3 AYA Students Enjoy Championship Season

December 27, 2016 AYA Leave a Comment

Making History: 3 AYA Students Enjoy Championship Season | Academic Year in America

Good things come in threes! When the Rossville Bulldogs football team won a state championship a few weeks ago, they not only achieved a three-peat (three straight championships), but they did so with the help of three AYA students! Kelly, their Local Coordinator, wrote us about … [Read more...]

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