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What is a Local Coordinator?

March 8, 2023 AYA Leave a Comment

AYA Local Coordinator with Exchange Students

https://youtu.be/v_aiKQmZ0bA Since 1981, Academic Year in America (AYA) has placed over 30,000 exchange students with volunteer host families throughout the United States. Behind every success story is a dedicated Local Coordinator, also known as an LC. Let’s take a closer … [Read more...]

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AYA Alumni Letters: Jana from Germany

July 26, 2017 AYA Leave a Comment

Jana, an exchange student from Germany, celebrates her birthday in the USA

Several of last year's AYA students took some time to write letters to the upcoming class of high school exchange students, which we will continue to share throughout the summer months. They wrote about their reflections, advice and best wishes to help next year's group get the … [Read more...]

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AYA Students Visit Niagara Falls

June 20, 2017 AYA Leave a Comment

AYA Students Visit Niagara Falls

Visiting state and National Parks is a great way for everyone, exchange students and Americans alike, to explore the enormous beauty and diversity of the United States. New York's Niagara Falls State Park—America's oldest state park—is a phenomenal destination for visitors to … [Read more...]

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LC Spotlight: What makes a great Local Coordinator?

May 19, 2017 AYA Leave a Comment

Melissa Jackson is a great Local Coordinator

Kudos to Melissa J. in North Carolina. She came on board as a Local Coordinator with AYA last year and has risen far and beyond any challenge we have given her. She is a strong advocate for cultural exchange — kind, organized and passionate about helping her students and host … [Read more...]

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Get Students Talking: Conversation Starters and Strategies

March 13, 2017 AYA Leave a Comment

Get Students Talking: Conversation Starters and Strategies | Academic Year in America (AYA)

How many of you can relate to this scenario? You: Hi! How was your day at school? Student: Fine. You: Did you do anything new? Student: Yeah. You: Like what? Student: I don't know…stuff (tuning out of conversation and in to electronic device). Sound familiar? … [Read more...]

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To AYA Local Coordinators, With Love: Part 1

February 14, 2017 AYA Leave a Comment

To AYA Local Coordinators, With Love | Academic Year in America (AYA)

All across the country, AYA exchange students get a lot of support from Local Coordinators. These folks work hard to help students and host families make meaningful connections and enjoy their participation in international high school exchange. In honor of Valentine's Day, … [Read more...]

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AYA is sponsored by the American Institute For Foreign Study (AIFS) Foundation, a not-for-profit organization founded in 1967. Its mission is to promote worldwide understanding through cultural exchange. Learn more >

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