Meet Our Students
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Pin Yan (18)
TAIWAN
| Languages: | Mandarin Chinese, English |
| Siblings: | None |
| Mother: | Engineer |
| Father: | Engineer |
| TP003WW Y |
Interests
Model United Nation club, singing, handicrafts, photography, cooking, can play the flute, loves animals
Letter to my Host FamilyAnna is an outgoing, adventurous, and open-minded exchange student from Taiwan who is excited to experience life in the United States. She enjoys meeting new people, learning about different cultures, and building meaningful connections wherever she goes. Her curiosity and confidence have led her to form friendships with travelers from around the world and embrace opportunities outside her comfort zone. As an only child, Anna comes from a close-knit and supportive family that has encouraged her independence and personal growth. She values spending quality time with her parents, whether sharing meals, cooking together, or talking about their day. Anna especially loves animals, hands-on activities, and creative projects such as woodworking, miniatures, and crafts. At school, Anna participates in Model United Nations, where she has developed strong communication, leadership, and public speaking skills while gaining a broader international perspective. Her interest in humanities and political science has grown through these experiences. She is also determined and resilient, shown through challenges like completing a demanding exchange program application on a tight deadline and participating in difficult hiking and cycling events despite physical challenges. Anna is enthusiastic about sharing Taiwanese culture and cooking with her host family while learning about American traditions and everyday life. With her cheerful personality, adventurous spirit, and genuine interest in connecting with others, she is excited to become a positive and engaged member of her future host family.


Elsa (18)
FRANCE
| Languages: | French, English, Italian |
| Siblings: | One older brother |
| Mother: | Nurse |
| Father: | Computer Scientist |
| FR016MM Y |
Interests
Volleyball, drawing, reading, cooking, scrapbooking, has a cat, prefers not to live with dogs
Letter to my Host FamilyElsa is a creative and thoughtful student who is both calm and warm once she feels comfortable. She has a strong passion for drawing, especially cartoons, and enjoys expressing herself through art. An active and motivated person, she has played volleyball for four years and values teamwork and personal improvement. Elsa prefers cozy moments such as movie nights, reading, and spending quality time with family and friends over loud social events. Curious about the world, she is eager to discover new cultures and is particularly fascinated by American traditions and holidays. Kind, open-minded, and enthusiastic about learning, Elsa looks forward to meaningful cultural exchange and new experiences.


Jean (15)
FRANCE
| Languages: | French, English, Spanish |
| Siblings: | Two brothers, one sister |
| Mother: | Teacher |
| Father: | Consulting |
| FR033MM Y |
Interests
Tennis, triathlons, swimming, cycling, running, scouting, has a dog
Letter to my Host FamilyJean lives with his parents, two brothers, sister and dog. He was born in the Caribbean and lived there for the first seven years of his life. He is a practicing Catholic and goes to church every Sunday. In his free time, Jean likes to play tennis, running, swimming, and cycling. He has been involved in scouting for several years. His friends and family often say that he brings energy and joy to the people around him.


Augustin (17)
FRANCE
| Languages: | French, English, Spanish |
| Siblings: | One older brother, two older sisters |
| Mother: | School Nurse |
| Father: | Quality Director |
| FR019MM Y |
Interests
Football, tennis, rugby, sports in general, going for walks, running, history, cooking, likes animals, was a scout
Letter to my Host FamilyAugustin is a cheerful and sociable student from France who loves discovering new cultures and connecting with people. Deeply shaped by his lively family and his years in scouting, he values kindness, teamwork, and helping others. A passionate athlete, he has spent many years playing soccer, tennis, and rugby, and hopes to continue playing soccer during his exchange year. He also enjoys simple moments — from playing board games with his siblings to sharing laughs with friends at boarding school. Curious, reliable, and full of positive energy, Augustin is excited to join a host family, learn from their way of life, share a bit of French culture, and create meaningful memories together.


Julien (18)
FRANCE
| Languages: | French, German, English |
| Siblings: | One older sister, One younger sister |
| Mother: | Commissioner Of Justice |
| Father: | Real Estate Agent |
| FR006WW Y |
Interests
Computer science, Swimming, Bowling, Discovering new places, Has cats, Going to the cinema, Working out
Letter to my Host FamilyJulien is an active student from France who is currently studying management and law at his high school. Alongside his studies, Julien enjoys working out, swimming, bowling, and more. Recently, he has started to make his own music! He enjoys making beats that people can dance to. Julien and his family have one cat, Neko, which means cat in Japanese. Julien decided to spend a year in the USA because he wants to become more independent and improve his English, while also wanting to discover something completely different. While he knows it won't always be easy, he is ready for the challenge. He is excited to live something unique, meet new people, and create memories that will stay with him for life.


Faustine (15)
FRANCE
| Languages: | French, English, Spanish |
| Siblings: | One older sister |
| Mother: | Aeronautical Cable Installer |
| Father: | Sales Director |
| FR007MM Y |
Interests
Dancing, baking, padel, soccer, reading, drawing, Sudoku, diamond painting, making bracelets, walking, hiking
Letter to my Host FamilyFaustine is a girl that loves adventure and trying new things. Her family has a camper that they travel in on vacations to see new places. She has a good perspective of being flexible when on these adventures! Faustine enjoys going to camps so she can try new sports and other activities. Always learning and trying something different, she doesn't miss an opportunity to tackle a new task. When she has free time, Faustine loves reading, especially romance novels, and listening to music like rap, pop or K-pop. Whatever the day brings, she finds a way to fill it with adventure! Faustine is so excited to join your family this school year!


Neo (17)
GERMANY
| Languages: | German, English, French |
| Siblings: | One older brother |
| Mother: | Teacher |
| Father: | Project Manager |
| GE017WM Y |
Interests
Basketball, hiking, playing guitar, has a cat
Letter to my Host FamilyNeo is excited to experience life in the United States. He describes himself as open-minded, calm, and helpful, and values being respectful, reliable, and supportive in family life. Close with his parents, brother, and family cat, Neo appreciates strong relationships and enjoys spending time with the people around him. In his free time, Neo enjoys playing the guitar, listening to music, and spending time outdoors. He recently started playing basketball and enjoys trying new activities and learning through new experiences. Friends are an important part of his life, and he loves spending time together after school, whether walking around the city or simply relaxing and talking. Neo is eager to improve his English by fully immersing himself in American culture and everyday life. He is especially looking forward to experiencing American high school, making new friends, and becoming part of a host family’s routines and traditions. Neo hopes to share his own German culture as well, including food, traditions, and stories about life in Germany. He is excited for the opportunity to grow more independent, confident, and open-minded during his exchange year.


Ferdinand (15)
GERMANY
| Languages: | German, English, French |
| Siblings: | One older brother |
| Mother: | Medical Assistant |
| Father: | Doctor |
| GE014WM S |
Interests
Martial arts club, gym, jogging, boxing, conditioning, playing guitar, skiing, going to church, has three cats
Letter to my Host FamilyFerdi is a friendly, active, and outgoing 15-year-old who is excited to experience life in the United States as an exchange student. He enjoys spending time with family and friends, whether that’s skiing, watching movies, playing football, or exploring the city together. Ferdi is passionate about staying active and trains regularly in boxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, calisthenics, and fitness. He is also a dedicated guitarist who has played for eight years and has performed in competitions and concerts. At school, Ferdi especially enjoys History and Religious Education because he likes learning about different perspectives and cultures. He describes himself as open-minded, funny, responsible, and curious, and he adapts quickly to new situations. Ferdi looks forward to improving his English, experiencing American culture, trying new foods, and creating unforgettable memories with his future host family.


Soleane (17)
FRANCE
| Languages: | French, English, Chinese, Latin, Spanish, Greek |
| Siblings: | Two older brothers, Two older sisters |
| Mother: | Architect Collaborator |
| Father: | Production Operator |
| FR016WW Y |
Interests
Synchronized swimming, Crafts, Reading, Thai boxing, Gymnastics, Cheerleading
Letter to my Host FamilyI'm a calm person and often described as funny. I enjoy the simple things in life, and observing the world around me. Sport is a big part of my life. I've done so many different ones, tennis, boxing, dance, synchronized swimming, and basketball! Right now, I do synchronized swimming, which I love because it mixes music, movement, and teamwork. I'd love to try American sports I've never experienced before, like cheerleading or lacrosse because they look exciting and full of energy! I'm really curious to discover life in the US and I want to experience all the new things that make life there unique. I love getting out of my comfort zone! In my free time, I enjoy reading (especially fantasy books) and thinking deeply about life and the world. At home, I live with my mom and we have two cats, some chickens, and I used to have a rabbit when I was younger. At school, my favorite subjects are math, physics, and economics. What makes me the most excited about this exchange year is the idea of facing new things, learning how to adapt, and growing from it. I believe that kindness, honesty, and time can create real connections.


Oscar (16)
FRANCE
| Languages: | French, English, Spanish |
| Siblings: | One older sister |
| Mother: | Consultant |
| Father: | Manager |
| FR013MW Y |
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.

