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Benoit (16)

FRANCE

Languages: French, English, Chinese, Latin
Siblings: Two younger brothers
Mother: Attorney
Father: Airline Pilot
FR022MM Y

Interests

History, geopolitics, reading (fantasy, history books), fencing, hiking, swimming, chess, babysitting, likes dogs and cats

Letter to my Host Family

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.

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Supasin (15)

THAILAND

Languages: Thai, English
Siblings: One younger brother, one older sister
Mother: Business Owner
Father: Business Owner
TH001MM Y

Interests

Football, tennis, badminton, walking, running, hiking, exploring caves, swimming, loves animals

Letter to my Host Family

Phupha is from a small, quiet province in Thailand. He is a kind, thoughtful, and slightly shy person at first, but once he feels comfortable, his warm personality and gentle sense of humor shine through. Phupha enjoys spending time with family, especially cooking and jogging with his mom, and values kindness, politeness, and respect in everyday life. He loves animals, outdoor activities like hiking and biking, and is passionate about sports—especially soccer, as a big Liverpool fan. Curious and open-minded, Phupha is excited to experience American culture, try new foods and traditions, and share stories from Thailand. He hopes to be a helpful, positive, and friendly member of his host family while creating meaningful memories together.

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Emmy (17)

FRANCE

Languages: French, English, Spanish
Siblings: One older sister
Mother: Sales Assistant
Father: Development Officer
FR020MM Y

Interests

Sports, handball, reading, fashion, baking, loves animals, has a cat

Letter to my Host Family

From northwestern France, Emmy is pleasant and poised and looking forward to creating incredible memories with her host family. Not one to fall into routine, Emmy enjoys the special moments that are often experienced during new adventures. Her family is very important to her, and she enjoys celebrating festive events like birthdays and Christmas with laughter and a meal. A passionate person, Emmy enjoys sports like handball, cheering on her favorite teams, baking, exploring new places, and animals! When it's finally time to relax, Emmy sits down with a good book or a movie, and of course, listens to her favorite music every day! Emmy is looking forward to becoming a true member of her American host family with a strong bond lasting well beyond her exchange year.

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Liza (18)

FRANCE

Languages: French, English, German
Siblings: One older brother
Mother: Quality Manager
Father: Principal
FR014MM Y

Interests

Track and field, coaching children, swimming, basketball, volleyball, loves animals

Letter to my Host Family

Liza from France is always up for an adventure! She loves to stay active because sports make her feel happy and full of energy. She is a member of a track and field team after school and also swims and plays basketball and volleyball. She loves track so much she started coaching younger athletes! This opportunity also gives her a chance to inspire and encourage kids, which is a field that she hopes to work in one day. Her family inspires her through their dedication, hard work and sense of responsibility. Liza is looking forward to challenging herself to adapt to the American lifestyle, living with an American family and sharing is special moments and memories! Whether it's enjoying music, sports, animals or anything else, Liza will bring her positive spirit to the day's adventures.

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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 Family

Augustin 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.

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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 Family

Faustine 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!

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Leanne (17)

FRANCE

Languages: French, English
Siblings: One older sister, one younger brother
Mother: Administrative Agent
Father: Truck Driver
FR012MM Y

Interests

Dancing, singing, cooking, baking, working in activity center with children, loves animals, has a dog

Letter to my Host Family

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!

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Anaelle (16)

FRANCE

Languages: French, English, Spanish
Siblings: One older brother
Mother: Manager
Father: Sales Representative
FR006MM Y

Interests

Reading, baking, hiking, sailing, scuba diving, skiing, swimming, zip-lining, has a cat

Letter to my Host Family

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."

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Torfun (16)

THAILAND

Languages: Thai, English, Korean
Siblings: None
Mother: Business Owner
Father: Business Owner
TH003MM Y

Interests

Math club, reading, editing videos, golf, badminton, beach, loves animals

Letter to my Host Family

Katie is easygoing, warm, and known for her bright smile—especially in awkward moments. Katie loves animals (especially dogs and cats), warm weather, and spending time at the beach, where she’s happiest relaxing in the sun with ice cream in hand. While she’s adventurous and open-minded, she’ll admit she has one big fear: spiders! In her free time, Katie enjoys watching movies, shopping at the mall, exploring new places, and hanging out with friends. She is always eager to try new activities and looks forward to participating in family traditions, school events, and anything new her host family enjoys doing together. Family and friendships are very important to Katie. She values the strong support system she has at home, especially her parents, who have taught her independence, patience, and resilience. Through her exchange experience, Katie hopes to grow more independent, adapt to a new culture, and gain meaningful life experiences. She is deeply grateful to host families who open their homes and hearts and is excited to learn about American culture, daily life, and family traditions while becoming a part of her host family.

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Noah (17)

FRANCE

Languages: French, English, Spanish
Siblings: One older sister
Mother: Nurse
Father: Pharmacist
FR025MM Y

Interests

Basketball, skiing, hiking, drawing, cars, likes animals

Letter to my Host Family

Noah who is a 6'3 basketball player, cannot wait to meet his new host family. His dream is to discover a different country with a different culture and a different way of life. He would like to improve his English and experience some American holiday traditions. Noah would like to study engineering in the field of computer science. His friends describe him as a calm, gentle, young man that likes to smile and laugh a lot. He would love to have a family with animals. Noah enjoys skiing and hiking, but of course his favorite sport is basketball. ln addition to his motivation, he is a sociable person, and loves meeting new people and making new friends.

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