Hosting a high school exchange student is the best. But...it can also get awkward. Don’t worry. Awkward moments are normal in the...
I’ve been a coordinator for exchange students for over 20 years, and let me tell you—if I had a nickel for every amazing host...
For the last few months, you've probably felt mounting excitement about your upcoming exchange year in the United States. But now...
If you’ve ever thought about hosting an exchange student but hesitated because your family doesn’t look like the picture-perfect...
Hosting a high school exchange student is an adventure. But how can you prepare to share your American culture in a way that...
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In a world that often feels overwhelmed by global challenges, it's easy to feel powerless. What can you do to really make a...
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If you’ve ever considered hosting a high school exchange student, you’ve probably asked yourself: Can we afford it?It’s a valid...
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What if the most patriotic thing you could do this Fourth of July wasn’t waving a flag—but opening your front door?
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When people think of high school exchange programs, the spotlight often shines on the students and host families—and rightfully...
When you host an exchange student, they become a part of your family. All those little moments over the past year where you...
Saying goodbye to an exchange student usually happens in a flurry of activity: end of school, beginning of summer, planning...
Before starting my exchange year, I thought I had a pretty good idea of what to expect. I had heard countless stories from former...
