Meet Our Students

Meet Leanne from France who loves to sing and dance, and she is part of a kpop dance association back home. She loves cooking or baking and cannot wait to make something for her new host family. She loves animals and enjoys going to the zoo and seeing the lions. Leanne did a year of horseback riding as well. She enjoys long walks and being outdoors. Her friends would describe her as empathetic, mature, organized, sensitive and an honest person that loves to dream. She cannot wait to meet you!

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.

Faustine is a friendly, curious, and enthusiastic young lady from France who has always loved the American spirit. Her dream has always been to spend a year in an American high school, to experience the culture, practice her English, and share everyday life with a host family. Fuastine has enjoyed swimming since she was very little and also did synchronized swimming. She loves trying new sports and activities and would like to try golf. She also has a love for music; she played the piano for a few years and would like to learn guitar. Faustine is very curious about everything from news to sports, traveling, and family. Her hopes are to share a little bit of her French culture with your family and learn about your family's traditions.

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Louise is a French student from the Pyrenees, where she grew up surrounded by nature in a warm, close-knit family. Curious, calm, and determined, she enjoys learning, setting goals, and contributing to a positive and caring environment. As the eldest of three children, she is responsible, patient, and used to sharing and helping others. Louise loves creative activities such as drawing and hairstyling, especially braiding, as well as spending time with animals. She enjoys skiing, swimming, and hands-on crafts. Interested in science, she is considering future studies in medicine, dentistry, or pharmacy. Open-minded and adaptable, she is eager to grow, discover new cultures, and gain confidence through new experiences.

Franziska, or Franzi, is a friendly and open-minded student from eastern Germany who loves both the energy of the city and the calm of the countryside. She has a deep passion for music, having played the transverse flute for nine years, and she enjoys how it connects people. Swimming is another major part of her life—she has trained for years and now coaches young children, something she finds both fun and meaningful. Outside of her main hobbies, Franzi enjoys being active outdoors, skiing in winter, and doing creative activities like baking. She hopes to come to America to experience everyday life in a U.S. family, celebrate American traditions like Halloween and Thanksgiving, explore new foods and activities, improve her English, and grow more independent while building lasting connections.

Elsa 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.

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.

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!