Meet Our Students
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Celia (14)
SPAIN
| Languages: | Spanish, English, French |
| Siblings: | One younger brother |
| Mother: | Administration |
| Father: | Accountant |
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Interests
Basketball, theater, skiing, bowling, going to the beach, reading, playing violin, loves animals, has dogs
Letter to my Host FamilyCelia is a 14-year-old 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.


Benoit (16)
FRANCE
| Languages: | French, English, Chinese, Latin |
| Siblings: | Two younger brothers |
| Mother: | Attorney |
| Father: | Airline Pilot |
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Interests
History, geopolitics, reading (fantasy, history books), fencing, hiking, swimming, chess, babysitting, likes dogs and cats
Letter to my Host FamilyBenoit 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.


Oscar (16)
FRANCE
| Languages: | French, English, Spanish |
| Siblings: | One older sister |
| Mother: | Consultant |
| Father: | Manager |
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Interests
Handball, skiing, biking, ping pong, badminton, basketball, gardening, cards and board games, Legos, playing piano, likes animals
Letter to my Host FamilyMeet Oscar from France who is ready for an adventure! He plays handball on a team twice a week and has been playing the piano for 8 years. He has many interests as you can see. He loves all kinds of pets like cats, dogs, rabbits, etc. Oscar is dedicated to his studies, and his favorite subjects are math and science. In the future, he would like to become an architect and create enormous and incredible buildings. He is very active and loves to go to the countryside and help his grandparents with the gardening. He enjoys the outdoors and in the winter season he likes to go skiing with his family. Oscar hopes to improve his English and build lifelong memories with his new host family.


Alexandre (17)
FRANCE
| Languages: | French, English, Spanish |
| Siblings: | Two older brothers, one older sister |
| Mother: | Lawyer |
| Father: | Computer Scientist |
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Interests
Tennis, soccer, basketball, table tennis, padel, caving, hiking, skiing, climbing, diving, rafting, cycling, running, cooking, baking, reading, loves animals, learned guitar when younger
Letter to my Host FamilyAlexandre has two older brothers and one older sister, whom he enjoys playing board games, tennis, cooking, talking and laughing with. He is a smiley and optimistic person, very sociable and enjoys spending time with all kinds of people. His favorite subjects are history and math, because he likes to learn and understand how things work. During his free time, he likes reading, especially manga and adventure novels, spending time outdoors, doing sports, cooking, especially baking cakes and desserts. Alexandre loves animals, he used to have a dog and a cat. He dreams of becoming a fighter pilot in the Air Force. He gets along very well with young children and enjoys playing or helping them, so it would be amazing if there are kids in the family.


Frantz (16)
FRANCE
| Languages: | French, English, Italian, Spanish |
| Siblings: | Five sisters, one brother |
| Mother: | Flight Attendant |
| Father: | IT Project Manager |
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Interests
Horseback riding, climbing, rugby, wakeboarding, being outdoors/nature, swimming, running, cooking, reading, theater/drama, biology, church
Letter to my Host FamilyFrantz is the 5th child in a family of 7 kids; he is currently studying hotel management and catering. He goes to a specialized school so he can focus on his future career but is still not sure exactly what field he wants to settle in. Frantz works in a restaurant serving customers and is learning the business behind hotel management. He loves horseback riding; horses are a very big part of his life. He also enjoys nature, climbing, swimming, rugby, and water activities. Frantz often takes care of his younger siblings, which has taught him to be patient, organized and responsible. He is excited to share his culture with you and hopes to create a lasting bond with his future American Family.


Anais (17)
FRANCE
| Languages: | French, English, Spanish |
| Siblings: | One older sister |
| Mother: | Secretary |
| Father: | Town Hall Agent |
| FR001MM Y |
Interests
Dancing, singing, cooking, reading, manual activities, theatre, writing letters
Letter to my Host FamilyAnais is from a small town in France. She is very close with her family, and the best time of day is when they eat together around the table and talk about their day. Anais is very open-minded and curious. She loves meeting people and discovering new things. She has a love for languages, which is her favorite subject in school. She learns French, English, and Spanish. Anais hopes to improve her English during this exchange and become fluent in English. She likes musical comedies and movies of all kinds. Anais would love to discover American high school, the yellow school bus, the mascot, prom, and even go to a football or basketball game and see the cheerleaders. She is a young lady who has many ambitions and goals and even if she fails, she will never give up. Anais will do her very best to adapt and become a helpful member of your family.


Mukhammedali (16)
KAZAKHSTAN
| Languages: | Kazakh, English, Russian, Turkish |
| Siblings: | Two sisters, one brother |
| Mother: | Employee |
| Father: | Employee |
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Interests
Volleyball, basketball, robotics, volunteering, financial literacy
Letter to my Host FamilyMukhammedali is excited to experience life in the United States and become part of a new family. He comes from a close-knit family of six, where spending time together, helping one another, and sharing meals are an important part of daily life. Responsible and dependable, Mukhammedali is used to taking care of his own space, helping with household tasks, and supporting his younger sister. In his free time, he enjoys robotics, sports, and after-school clubs, as well as listening to music, reading, and watching movies. He is curious about technology and languages, especially English, and hopes to work in a field that allows him to communicate with people from different cultures. Through the FLEX program, Mukhammedali looks forward to learning about American culture, growing more independent, and sharing his own traditions while building meaningful friendships and memories.


Melina (15)
FRANCE
| Languages: | French, English, Spanish |
| Siblings: | One older sister |
| Mother: | Manager |
| Father: | Distiller |
| FR004MM Y |
Interests
Cooking, climbing, hiking, running, karting, loves animals, has a cat
Letter to my Host FamilyMelina 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.


Chiara (16)
ITALY
| Languages: | Italian, English |
| Siblings: | One younger sister |
| Mother: | Secretary |
| Father: | Manager |
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Interests
Playing guitar and piano, singing, dancing, rhythmic gymnastics, acrobatics, running, hiking, youth group at church, reading, writing, sewing, crocheting, swimming, snorkeling, skiing
Letter to my Host FamilyChiara 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.


Aurora (17)
ITALY
| Languages: | Italian, English, French, German |
| Siblings: | One younger sister |
| Mother: | Office Worker |
| Father: | Engineer |
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Interests
Dancing, going for walks, girl scouts, drawing, painting, baking, catechist and having time with children, amateur theater company
Letter to my Host FamilyAurora is from northern Italy and attends a linguistic high school. She is described as sweet, kind, calm, sensitive, and responsible. She has a close and supportive family, including her parents and her younger sister, who is also her best friend. Dance is a very important part of her life: she practices classical and modern dance and sees it as a way to express herself and relax. She is also deeply involved in scouts, volunteering, church activities, and amateur theater. Aurora enjoys cooking, walking in nature, drawing, and painting, and she dreams of working in the fashion world or becoming a tour guide. She wants to become an exchange student in the USA to improve her English, overcome her shyness, grow personally, and experience a new culture while sharing Italian traditions.

