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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Imagine this: You’re sitting at the dinner table, sharing stories and laughter with a teenager from another country who has...
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When it comes to holiday cheer, nothing says “I’m here for the fun” quite like an ugly Christmas sweater. You know the...
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As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, fall offers the perfect backdrop for creating warm memories in the kitchen with...
What’s one of the biggest challenges for exchange students? Making friends in a brand-new environment. As a host family, you have...
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Hosting a high school exchange student is an exciting, rewarding experience, filled with new adventures and challenges. Your...
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