Meet Our Students

Michele is excited to become part of a host family and build a close, open relationship based on sharing and communication. He comes from a loving family and has learned important values such as responsibility, respect, and commitment from his parents. Inspired by his siblings’ positive exchange experiences in the United States, he is eager to grow personally and step out of his comfort zone. Michele's greatest passion is basketball, which he sees not only as a sport, but as a life lesson in teamwork and perseverance. He also loves music, especially singing Italian songs, and enjoys spending time outdoors through walking, biking, and running. Michele describes himself as curious, friendly, and open-minded, with a strong desire to discover new cultures. Through this exchange experience, he hopes to improve his English, make meaningful friendships, and gain a new perspective on life. He wants to bring enthusiasm, respect, and positivity into his host family’s home, help with daily activities, and share Italian culture—especially by cooking pasta alla carbonara. His dream is to continue his studies, travel the world, and become more mature, confident, and independent thanks to this experience.

Anaelle is full of energy, curiosity, and warmth, with a deep love for cultural exchange and adventure. She is passionate about music, outdoor activities, and trying new things—from skiing and hiking to paddleboarding and zip-lining. Anaelle and her family are big fans of amusement parks. They live close to Disneyland Paris and go there quite often, but she also loves thrill rides in other parks nearby. Though she may be shy at first, she quickly becomes friendly, talkative, and eager to connect. Anaelle is academically driven, socially engaged, and excited to share her French culture while embracing everyday American life with enthusiasm and heart. "I'm really excited to meet you, explore new experiences, and enjoy every moment of this adventure. I’m thrilled to create lots of happy memories together."

Celia is a 14-year-old (turning 15 in Dec) exchange student from Spain currently in ninth grade at a multilingual school. She is a dedicated and high-achieving student with a strong interest in biology and hopes to study medicine in the future. Celia comes from a close and supportive family and has a deep love for animals. She is especially passionate about basketball and has played competitively for several years, participating in official tournaments and three-point competitions. She also enjoys trying new sports, reading, playing the violin, and theater. Having previously taken part in student exchange programs in Europe, Celia is excited to immerse herself in American culture, improve her English, and share her own traditions. She describes herself as calm, sociable, adaptable, and respectful, and looks forward to becoming an active member of her host family.

Lucia lives with her parents, sister and cat. With her mom, she enjoys walking outside and going to the gym three times a week and to do weights, stretching, and other exercises together. Her time with her dad is spent watching soccer, either on TV or at a stadium, and they also enjoy learning about new cultures, meeting new people and visiting lots of places together. Lucia loves shopping, doing make up, singing and dancing with her sister. She loves animals and has always wanted a pet of her own. Her cat is a recent addition to the family that she is over the moon about. Lucia's favorite animal is horses, she has been riding for eight years, including show jumping. She has also played volleyball in the past. She really enjoys sports and being active. In the future, Lucia hopes to be a psychologist.

Luce is in 10th grade and enjoys school, especially history and French. Friendly, funny, and open-minded, she has a strong sense of responsibility and values fairness and generosity. She is excited to discover life in the United States, improve her English, and experience American traditions like Halloween and Christmas. Luce has a strong sense of responsibility and values fairness and generosity. She also babysits and enjoys being involved in her community. She loves cinema and music, practices Thai boxing and wrestling, plays guitar, and enjoys museums, concerts, and spending time with friends and family. Curious and passionate about the world, she hopes to become a journalist or reporter in the future.

I live in northern Italy with my parents and my older brother. I attend a scientific high school because I enjoy subjects like mathematics. I like spending time with my family, doing activities such as playing board games, watching movies, biking, and skiing. I practice athletics and I am a middle-distance runner. I also enjoy swimming, cycling, walking, and ice skating. In my free time, I like being with friends, watching TV series (especially Suits), reading novels and magazines, and playing video games. I love cooking and eating, especially parmigiana, mushroom risotto, and chocolate desserts. I chose to spend a school year in the United States to improve my English and to experience a different culture and school system. I am excited to try new subjects and meet new people. I am interested in airplanes and would like to become an airline pilot in the future. I am very grateful to my host family for welcoming me into their home, and I hope we will spend a wonderful year together.

Ginny, short for Ginevra, is a creative and passionate student from Italy who is both thoughtful and energetic. While she may seem shy at first, she quickly becomes social and enthusiastic once she feels comfortable. She studies architecture at an artistic high school and loves expressing herself through art, sketching, and design. Dance is her greatest passion, especially hip hop and contemporary styles, and she also enjoys staying active through sports like gymnastics and CrossFit. Ginny loves music, from modern genres to playing the piano, is a dedicated volunteer in emergency medical services, and is a huge animal lover. Curious, kind, and eager to grow, she is excited to share experiences, creativity, and meaningful connections during her exchange year.

Chiara is an energetic, creative, and curious girl who comes from a close-knit family in the Italian countryside. She plays piano and guitar, loves sports like aerial dance and hiking, and is passionate about music, fashion, and writing. At school, Chiara is known for being kind, mature, and helpful, and she’s active in her church youth group and summer camps. Chiara enjoys baking, thrillers, concerts, and crafting with friends. Whether skiing, swimming, or exploring new places, she embraces adventure and connection. Chiara is excited to join a host family and take the first step toward her dream of discovering the world.

Benoit is a friendly and responsible student who loves learning, helping younger kids, and being part of a close-knit family. He enjoys reading fantasy and history, playing strategy and creative games, staying active through fencing and swimming, and spending time outdoors. Benoit is a dedicated student with strong interests in history, languages, and economics, and he’s comfortable around both cats and dogs. A recent trip to the U.S. sparked his excitement to return, discover American traditions, explore new places, and share some of his own French culture while becoming part of a welcoming host family.