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...
If you’ve ever thought about hosting an exchange student but hesitated because your family doesn’t look like the picture-perfect...
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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Does your schedule ever leave you feeling like you're running around like a chicken with your head cut off? Like your house is ...
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Every year, ICES students arrive in the U.S. with a suitcase full of dreams—and leave with a second family in their hearts. In...
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If you're wondering whether it's still safe to host a high school exchange student in today's political climate, you're not...
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When high school exchange students picture their year in the U.S., they often dream of trick-or-treating, Thanksgiving feasts,...
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So, you've decided to host a foreign exchange student—exciting! Now comes one of the most fun decisions: What country should your...
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One of the most exciting parts of hosting a high school exchange student is the chance to see the world through a new lens—right...
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As a single mom of 4, my friends thought I was crazy for adding another child into the mix. Was I? Would bringing another mouth...
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