Meet Our Students

For more information check out his host family letter!

For more information check out her host family letter!

Giorgia "Gio" lives in a small town near one of Italy’s most beautiful cities. She is enthusiastic, curious, and deeply motivated to experience life in the United States, a dream she has carried since childhood. Family is an important part of Gio’s life. Together they enjoy dinners, movie nights, bowling, shopping, and exploring new cities. Their dog, Isotta, is especially meaningful to her and keeps her company when she is home alone. Gio also loves animals, with a special fascination for cheetahs. At school, she is a serious and curious student who loves foreign languages. She dreams of a future that allows her to travel, learn about new cultures, and possibly live in the United States. Her passions include Formula 1—passed down from her grandfather, a former rally driver—fashion, music, and volunteering at her parish’s summer camp, where she helps organize activities for children. She also enjoys going to the gym and hopes to try cheerleading during her exchange year. She wants to share with you her knowledge about Italy, its food, its culture, its history, and also its fashion. She is looking forward to preparing her version of tiramisu for you, the most beloved dessert in Italy!

She has a close and loving relationship with her parents, and their support has shaped many of her interests. An avid basketball player, she also works as a referee for the Italian Basketball Federation. She enjoys trying many different sports—especially skiing in the winter—and stays active by going to the gym with her friends before sharing a good pizza afterward. Growing up with parents who once owned a restaurant, she discovered a passion for cooking and loves preparing a wide variety of dishes. She speaks Italian and English and is currently learning French. In her free time, she enjoys reading, especially books about science. At home, she’s surrounded by animals she adores, including a big dog and a cat. She is excited to experience American holidays and everyday life, knowing that learning new ways of living will help her reach her dream of becoming a teacher or working in healthcare—fields where understanding people is essential. Energetic and open-minded, she can’t wait to spend a memorable year with your family.

Loves animals, adventure, and staying active. Ever since she was a kid, sports have been a huge part of her life. She's tried just about everything—judo, climbing, basketball, dance, skiing, weightlifting, football, and jogging—and is always excited to learn something new. One of her biggest goals while she's in the United States is to play soccer and be part of a team. When she's not moving, she loves being creative. She enjoys listening to music and making things like school slideshows and documents, as well as drawing, painting, and editing photos and videos. Creating is one of her favorite ways to express herself. She's beyond excited to experience American high school life—especially traditions like homecoming and the famous American football games. She also can’t wait to celebrate U.S. holidays like Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. She's really looking forward to discovering new places, meeting new people, and making unforgettable memories.

Meet Giulia from Italy! She is excited to spend a year abroad in the US. She attends a Human Sciences High School, where she studies subjects like psychology and anthropology, which she loves. At home, she enjoys baking Italian desserts with her mother, discussing books with her family, and traveling with her father, who often takes them to museums and cultural sites. She shares a strong bond with her younger brother and they enjoy sharing music and watching TV series. Giulia describes herself as curious, enthusiastic, and ready for new challenges. She loves reading, listening to music, running, and spending time outdoors. Concerts, skiing in winter, and sailing in summer are among her favorite activities. She also has a passion for children and animals, especially cats, and has volunteered at her local parish organizing activities for kids. Her dream is to have an exchange year in America, inspired by TV series and exchange stories she has followed online. Grateful for the opportunity, she looks forward to sharing her culture and traditions with you and creating unforgettable memories together!

My name is Raphael, I live in a small town in a house with a garden. The region I live in is popular with tourists, known for its renowned vineyards, medieval towns, and Roman archaeological sites. I am currently in high school. My favorite subjects are economics, history, and English. I’m involved in school activities, serving on the school board to learn about its organization and management, and I am also part of the Student Council. I have a passion for reading, a few of my favorite books include Dune, Foundation, and The Lord of the Rings. I also love watching movies, especially adaptations of my favorite books, and enjoy films by Tarantino and Scorsese. I also enjoy listening to music, theatre, watching movies, and outside sports such as hiking, biking, or rock climbing. I have a love for the outdoors and learning academically. I know this will be one of the greatest adventures of my life! I am aware that it won’t be easy every day, but I am truly motivated to take up the challenge. I am sociable, curious, and determined. I also know how to cook a bit of French food! I would be very honored to become a member of your family for a year in the United States.

For more information check out his host family letter!

Meet lacrosse loving Stefan! He has been playing the sport for years and is currently playing an offensive position. He hopes he can play the sport in the U.S.! Stefan also enjoys going to his local climbing gym and working out with his brother and friends. He likes trying out new sports/activities and looks forward to trying then with his future host family and school. Although he no longer has his beloved dog from childhood, Stefan loves pets whether it be a dog, cat, bird, etc. He also can't wait to celebrate holidays in the U.S. like Thanksgiving and Christmas with his host family. Host Stefan today!

Meet Lea! She has had a passion for horses for over 10 years and loves horseback riding. She also participates in carriage driving. Carriage driving is an equestrian sport and leisure activity where a horse, a pair, or a team of horses are driven in a harness pulling a two- or four-wheeled carriage. Lea shares her horse passion with her sister, but she also loves playing with her pets! She has a cat named Ouiski and a dog named Neige (it means snow). On weekends, Lea spends her time staying active running or skiing with her family. She also enjoys cooking! Chocolate chip cookies and hot chocolate hold a special place in her heart. Lea can't wait to meet her future host family, learn about American culture, and share her culture!