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Your exchange student’s arrival date is approaching, and you’re excited and maybe even a little nervous about integrating a new...


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We polled our host families to find out what they love most about hosting, and their responses were overflowing with enthusiasm!...


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It's more fascinating to host an exchange student if you know where your student is coming from, culturally speaking. This also...


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In an increasingly interconnected world, the opportunity to explore different cultures is more accessible than ever. Whether...


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I was a previous ICES host mom, so when ICES asked for coordinators to help place exchange students with host families, I didn’t...


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Hosting an exchange student is more than just providing room and board; it's a journey of mutual enrichment, understanding, and...


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Discover the heartwarming reasons why host families and exchange students love sharing the holiday season, creating a tapestry of...


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It's the most wonderful time of the year! Christmas is a time for joy, love, and sharing special moments with those we care...


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In the exciting world of hosting exchange students, there's more to the experience than just sharing your home and meals. It's an...


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Hosting an exchange student can be an incredibly rewarding experience for your family. It provides an opportunity to learn about...


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By ICES On September 1, 2023

How To Be an Awesome Host Family

Hosting an exchange student is not just a mind-blowing and eye-opening experience, but also a chance to level up and grow...


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By Kari Owens On August 29, 2023

Who Can Be a Host Family?

As we near the end of August, you may notice an abundance of posts and ads seeking host families for exchange students. Sound...


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