Meet Our Students
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Wen Hsin (16)
TAIWAN
| Languages: | Mandarin Chinese, English, Korean |
| Siblings: | One younger brother |
| Mother: | Human Resources |
| Father: | Human Resources |
| TP004WW Y |
Interests
Chinese Music Society, playing Chinese flute, singing, swimming, badminton, volleyball
Letter to my Host FamilyCindy is a warm, thoughtful, and family-oriented student from Taiwan who would bring genuine connection and positivity into any host home. Raised in a close-knit family that values communication and time together, she naturally seeks meaningful relationships and looks forward to becoming an active part of her host family’s daily life—whether that’s sharing meals, helping around the house, or participating in family traditions. Cindy is well-rounded and driven, with a strong passion for music as a longtime member of her school’s Chinese orchestra, where she plays the bamboo flute. Music is not only her talent but also her way of expressing herself and connecting with others. In addition, Cindy is an accomplished swimmer with years of training and competition experience, showing both discipline and commitment. She has grown into a confident, outgoing, and resilient young woman who embraces challenges as opportunities for growth. Her dream of becoming a diplomat reflects her curiosity about the world and her desire to build cross-cultural understanding. Cindy is eager to fully immerse herself in American culture, improve her English, and contribute positively to her school and community.


Tatana (16)
CZECH REPUBLIC
| Languages: | Czech, English, German, French |
| Siblings: | Two younger sisters, one younger brother |
| Mother: | University Relations Department Officer |
| Father: | Head of Sales |
| CZ002MM Y |
Interests
Politics, history, debate, dancing, drums, electric guitar, ecology, volunteering, reading, writing, psychology and law
Letter to my Host FamilyTatana loves to dance and listen to music with her family. She describes herself as funny and friendly. Her favorite subjects in school are History, English, Czech, German and Biology. She is a street dancer and plays drums and electric guitar. Tatana enjoys reading and hopes to write her own book one day. She does a lot of volunteering; she is currently planning a big charity event to raise money for her local hospice. She enjoys traveling and spending time with her family. Tatana is working at a restaurant right now to help become more financially independent. In the future, she would like to study law and become a politician that will somehow change the world.


Jade (16)
FRANCE
| Languages: | French, English, Spanish |
| Siblings: | None |
| Mother: | Wealth Management Advisor |
| Father: | Sales Representative |
| FR034MM Y |
Interests
Cooking, baking, playing piano, badminton, skiing, dancing, taking care of my dog, summer camps
Letter to my Host FamilyJade is so excited to become a high school exchange student. Some of her favorite activities are playing piano, running, listening to music, watching movies, fashion and learning about new cultures. Curious to discover a new school system that is so different from her French school, she is looking forward to becoming fully immersed in her new classes and friendships and join cheerleading. Jade is excited to join a host family to learn more about a typical American family and to practice her English enough to become fluent. She is an only child, so she is very excited about the possibility of having a sibling or siblings in her host family! Calm, open-minded and respectful, Jade is looking forward to challenging herself in her new environment.


Chen Shi (18)
TAIWAN
| Languages: | Mandarin Chinese, English |
| Siblings: | One older brother |
| Mother: | Housewife |
| Father: | Teacher |
| TW004WW Y |
Interests
Programming, Watching Anime, Playing Video Games, Biking, Badminton, Hiking
Letter to my Host FamilyHi! You can call me Jimmy. I am very excited to share my Taiwanese culture with you, especially one of my favorite street foods, Large Intestine Noodle! It may sound a little unusual, but it is loved by many people in Taiwan. My favorite festival is the Lunar New Year, because it is the longest holiday of the year. My family and I spend lots of time together and visit relatives, which are always very meaningful moments to me. In terms of sports, my favorite activities are hiking and biking. I like them because they are easy to start and enjoyable. I usually do these activities with my friends, and we have a lot of fun together. I also enjoy playing table tennis and badminton. Recently, I have started watching soccer games and my favorite player is Lionel Messi. My hobbies include programming, watching Japanese anime, playing video games, and riding bikes. I am currently a member of the Computer Software Development Club, where I can learn from others who share similar interests. Joining the exchange student program is a great opportunity to share and exchange cultures with people from different countries. Going to the United States and living in an English-speaking environment will help me improve greatly. I hope to experience life as a local student, enjoy traditional dishes, make new friends, and join a school club. I want to sincerely thank you for considering me and for opening your home to a student from another country.


Faustine (18)
FRANCE
| Languages: | French, English, Spanish |
| Siblings: | One older sister |
| Mother: | Teacher |
| Father: | Head Chef |
| FR014WW Y |
Interests
Horse riding, Alpine skiing, Drawing, Reading, Cinema, Music, Cooking
Letter to my Host FamilyFirst of all, I would like to thank you for your welcome this school year, which will allow me to live this incredible experience. I live in the South of France in a small mountain village with my family. We have a dog, Oslo, who is my best friend. If I were to tell you about myself, I would tell you that I love animals, drawing, and the mountains! I also love horses, I have been riding for over 10 years. What I enjoy most is spending time with the horses and concentrating on my technique without thinking about anything else. I have been drawing since I was a little girl and I even took classes in Fine Arts. I would like to go to an interior design school in the future, and help people feel good in their homes. My dream is to try out for the high school cheerleading team. This doesn't exist in French school and is something I have always wanted to do. I can't wait to meet you and to spend this year with you!


Ole (16)
GERMANY
| Languages: | German, English, Latin |
| Siblings: | None |
| Mother: | Bookseller |
| Father: | Business |
| GE010WW Y |
Interests
Organizing events, badminton, strength training, cooking
Letter to my Host FamilyOle describes himself as open-minded, curious and likes to experience different environments and traditions. He enjoys watching TV series or playing video games with his friends; however, Ole also spends much of his time organizing school and city events by working on the technical side. At school, he is interested in natural sciences and math and tries to socialize and connect with different people. As an exchange student, Ole wants to grow personally, become more confident and connect with people from different backgrounds. By integrating into a new environment, this will enable him to learn more about a different culture and experience another lifestyle.


Sofia (15)
SPAIN
| Languages: | Spanish, English |
| Siblings: | One older brother |
| Mother: | Receptionist |
| Father: | Businessman |
| SN014MM Y |
Interests
Soccer, skating, surfing, hairdressing, volunteering for the Red Cross Youth, has two cats
Letter to my Host FamilySofia loves sports, especially soccer. She describes herself as friendly, positive, and outgoing. She enjoys meeting new people and building good relationships. She is polite, respectful, and considerate of others, and believes that communication and empathy are essential for living together and creating a comfortable family environment. Sofía has been a member of Red Cross Youth for several years. She regularly helps with clothing and food collection campaigns. She truly enjoys volunteering and feels very committed to helping others. In her free time, Sofia enjoys staying active, spending time with friends and family, and trying new activities. At school, she is part of a class committee that supports classmates who are struggling academically or finding it difficult to stay motivated. She is open to participating in family plans, whether it is sports, trips, celebrations, or simple moments at home.


Juliette (18)
FRANCE
| Languages: | French, English |
| Siblings: | One older brother |
| Mother: | Real Estate Agent |
| Father: | Pilot |
| FR022WW Y |
Interests
Reading, Playing Piano, Drawing, Cooking (pastries), Hiking, Museums, Cinema, Theatre, Surfing, Going to the gym, Skiing, Gymnastics
Letter to my Host FamilyI love spending time with my family, and we love discovering new places together! We also spend a lot of time with my grandparents, whether its going shopping or having lunch together. I have total trust in my grand-mother, and she is real confidant with good advice. I love sports, such as weight lifting, surfing, running, skiing, and hiking! I like nature and being surrounded by green trees and the ocean. I love animals, I have a cat named Cookie who is really sweet. I probably get the desire to study abroad from my mom. She was an Aupair in the US when she was my age. She often speaks about her experience and becoming her host family's 'French daughter'. I am very excited to learn the American culture, and to an experience holidays like Halloween! I would also love to share my French traditions with my host family, to learn and transmit our culture and knowledge, like cooking. Above all, this is a human experience. The experience of a lifetime--I want to create a link for life with my host family, and maybe that one day they will meet my future children. I am looking forward to meeting you!


Roman (16)
GERMANY
| Languages: | German, English, French |
| Siblings: | One older sister |
| Mother: | Business Administration |
| Father: | Physicist |
| GM002MM Y |
Interests
Soccer, skiing, table tennis, chess, cooking
Letter to my Host FamilyRoman is a well-balanced boy from Germany. He is looking forward to coming to the United States, joining a host family, and becoming involved at school. Improving his language skills and making meaningful connections are his top priorities. His own family has taught him about respect, quality time, and responsibility, all of which he hopes to find and share with an American host family. Some of his favorite activities are soccer, chess, skiing, and cooking. Roman appreciates balance in life like being physically active and also having calm, relaxing activities. He hopes to truly engage with his host family because he wants to experience real family life to understand the daily routines, traditions, and values of an American family.


Torfun (16)
THAILAND
| Languages: | Thai, English, Korean |
| Siblings: | None |
| Mother: | Business Owner |
| Father: | Business Owner |
| TH003MM Y |
Interests
Math club, reading, editing videos, golf, badminton, beach, loves animals
Letter to my Host FamilyKatie is easygoing, warm, and known for her bright smile—especially in awkward moments. Katie loves animals (especially dogs and cats), warm weather, and spending time at the beach, where she’s happiest relaxing in the sun with ice cream in hand. While she’s adventurous and open-minded, she’ll admit she has one big fear: spiders! In her free time, Katie enjoys watching movies, shopping at the mall, exploring new places, and hanging out with friends. She is always eager to try new activities and looks forward to participating in family traditions, school events, and anything new her host family enjoys doing together. Family and friendships are very important to Katie. She values the strong support system she has at home, especially her parents, who have taught her independence, patience, and resilience. Through her exchange experience, Katie hopes to grow more independent, adapt to a new culture, and gain meaningful life experiences. She is deeply grateful to host families who open their homes and hearts and is excited to learn about American culture, daily life, and family traditions while becoming a part of her host family.

