Meet Our Students

For more information, check out my Dear Host Family Letter!

I’m an active, positive, and family oriented person who enjoys sports, baking, and creative hobbies. I love skiing in winter, scuba diving when traveling, and staying energized at the gym. Styling is another passion of mine—I enjoy doing my makeup, experimenting with hairstyles, and dressing fashionably. In my free time, I like meeting friends, reading, and sharing my creativity. Friends describe me as kind, reliable, and open to new people. I look forward to my exchange year as a chance to grow more independent, improve my English, join new activities, and share my culture through language and food with my host family.

My name is Giulia, and I hope to be your future Italian exchange student! I live in northeast Italy with my parents and older brother. I love discovering new cultures and recently spent two weeks in the UK with a host family, which made me even more excited to spend a full year abroad. I chose the U.S. because I admire the culture, traditions like Halloween and Thanksgiving, and the school system with its many activities. In my free time, I enjoy volleyball, skiing in the Dolomites, and summer water sports like windsurfing. My biggest passion is music—I’ve played piano since I was seven and especially love Chopin, even though I usually listen to Italian rap. I also enjoy movies, shopping with friends, and sharing traditions with my family, like cheering for Ferrari races or watching basketball with my dad. I’d love to share a piece of my culture with you, especially by cooking Italian dishes like carbonara. I would describe myself as curious, enthusiastic, and ready for new experiences, and I can’t wait to create memories together!

Elli is a warm, talkative, and humorous girl from Germany who loves spending time with her family, friends, and her Dalmatian, Dante. She is open-minded, honest, and always eager to try new things—even if they seem challenging at first. Elli enjoys traveling and has already visited 13 countries, which sparked her curiosity about American culture. She is passionate about school subjects like chemistry, biology, and geography, and plays tennis to relax and have fun. In her free time, Elli loves reading romance and fantasy novels, taking photos of sunsets, and sharing laughs with friends. She looks forward to improving her English, experiencing American traditions like Thanksgiving and Halloween, and building lifelong friendships during her exchange year.

Rebecca is a warm, curious, and spirited student who’s eager to embrace new experiences and build meaningful connections during her exchange year. With a deep love for science—especially chemistry—she dreams of helping others through research and discovery. She’s a longtime volleyball player, a passionate cook, and a creative soul who enjoys music, hairstyling, and spending time outdoors. Rebecca thrives in social settings, easily makes friends, and brings a joyful, can-do attitude to everything she does. Her gratitude, humor, and openness make her a delightful addition to any host family.

Ethan is a kind-hearted and thoughtful boy from Thailand. Known by his friends as the “gentle giant,” he’s admired for his caring nature and quiet strength. He comes from a close-knit, supportive family and cherishes time spent with them, especially enjoying spicy Thai dishes made by his grandma. Ethan is passionate about basketball and plays as a main team member at school, where he also shines in academics, particularly in English and Business Studies. He’s musically talented, playing guitar in his school band, and enjoys anime, gaming, and exploring different cultures. Ethan is excited to join a host family, share his Thai heritage, and build meaningful connections through this exchange experience.

Melina is a cheerful and adventurous girl from a small village in the south of France, where she enjoys a close-knit community and a lively family life. She loves outdoor activities like climbing, hiking, and canyoning—interests she shares with her dad—and also enjoys dancing, cooking delicious treats like crepes and cookies, and spending cozy afternoons with her beloved cat. Melina is excited to come to America because she has always dreamed of discovering new cultures, improving her English, and becoming more independent. She hopes to build meaningful connections, share her French traditions, and experience life in a whole new way during her exchange year.

Clementine lives with her parents, big sister, and cat. According to her family, she is spontaneous, empathetic and has a good heart. Clementine is smiling most of the time and is a very sociable, kind and sensitive person. During her free time, she enjoys reading, music, board games, and shopping with her friends. She is fond of animals, horses, dogs, cats, and rabbits. Clementine has taken horseback riding and dance classes. She has also studied at a hospitality and catering school, where she learned how to cook many things and really enjoyed the experience. If you have children, she would be very happy to have a host sister or brother, either younger than her or around her age, to spend time with. "This is a unique opportunity that only happens once in a lifetime, and I can’t miss it, as it will give me the chance to create unforgettable memories with my host family and at school."

Mathilde is a funny, outgoing, and family-oriented girl! She loves to be silly and make jokes so her friends and family can smile and laugh. She has a close relationship with her family and even calls her brother a best friend! Mathilde loves to play soccer at her soccer club and would love to join a team at her American high school. One of the best parts about her soccer club is that her whole family finds a way to participate! She's looking forward to sharing experiences with her host family and new friends at school. Help make Mathilde's dream come true!