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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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Aishabibi (17)

KAZAKHSTAN

Languages: Kazakh, Russian, English
Siblings: 2 older brothers
Mother: employee
Father: employee
CI003HM Y

Interests

volleyball, football, boxing, and learning languages.

Letter to my Host Family

Aishabibi is a kind‑hearted, thoughtful student from Kazakhstan who instantly makes people feel comfortable. She grew up in a close, loving family and brings that same warmth into everything she does. She helps with cooking, cleaning, and keeping the home running smoothly, and she especially loves baking with her mom. Active and energetic, she enjoys football, volleyball, and boxing—sports she’s been around since childhood thanks to her grandfather, a former coach. She’s deeply curious about the world, passionate about languages and international relations, and eager to learn from a new culture. She uses Salbutamol only rarely for mild asthma. A family who welcomes her will gain a grateful, hardworking daughter who will leave a lasting mark on their hearts.

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Wahel (15)

FRANCE

Languages: French, English
Siblings: One younger sister, one older sister
Mother: Nurse
Father: Rack Installer
FR034WW Y

Interests

Cooking, running, swimming, badminton, English, Korean, history, family outings, walking his dog

Letter to my Host Family

Wahel is a curious, energetic, and open minded boy from France who dreams of discovering life in the United States. He loves sports like swimming, running, and badminton, enjoys learning languages such as English and Korean, and has a strong passion for history. At home, he spends his time cooking with his family, watching movies, going out with friends, and taking care of his lively dog, Sania. Motivated, ambitious, and eager to explore new cultures, Wahel hopes to improve his English, experience American traditions like Halloween, Christmas, and Thanksgiving, and share his own French culture in return. His biggest wish is to live with an American family, learn their way of life, and build unforgettable memories while studying in an American high school.

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Matteo (16)

GERMANY

Languages: German, English, Latin
Siblings: Two brothers
Mother: Vocational Retraining Coordinator
Father: CEO
GM003MM Y

Interests

Basketball, snowboarding, swimming, hiking, youth club, working on his moped, has two rabbits

Letter to my Host Family

Matteo lives with his parents and two brothers in a lively family where everyone spends a lot of time together. He enjoy snowboarding, fixing mechanical things, and especially working on his moped. He also likes spending time with friends and helping at home with chores. Matteo wants to become an exchange student in the USA to experience American school life, learn about a new culture, become more independent, and share German traditions with the host family.

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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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Larissa (18)

NETHERLANDS

Languages: Dutch, English, German, French
Siblings: None
Mother: Counselor
Father: Manager
NL006WW Y

Interests

Theater, acting, horseback riding, crafting, has three cats and two dogs

Letter to my Host Family

Larissa is excited to spend a year in America as an exchange student. She lives with her parents and several pets and values time with her family and friends. Larissa describes herself as shy at first but outgoing, caring, and social once she feels comfortable. She enjoys activities like horseback riding, theater, crafting, music, and spending time outdoors. She hopes her exchange year will help her become more independent, experience everyday life in America, build strong relationships with her host family and new friends, and share her Dutch culture while learning from new experiences.

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Luis (17)

SPAIN

Languages: Spanish, English
Siblings: Twin brother
Mother: Quality Manager / Civil Engineer
Father: Civil Servant / Civil Engineer
SN017MM Y

Interests

Boxing, gym, skiing, surfing, cooking, playing trumpet, studied music at a conservatory, has a dog

Letter to my Host Family

Luis is responsible, outgoing, and enthusiastic with a deep passion for learning, sports, and connecting with others. His interests range from boxing, skiing, and surfing, to music, cooking, and exploring personal growth. Inspired by his love for working with young children, he hopes to become a primary school teacher one day. Luis wants to come to America not only to improve his English, but also to experience a new culture, challenge himself in a different academic environment, and become part of a family with whom he can share traditions, build meaningful relationships, and grow personally. He sees this exchange as a chance to step outside of his comfort zone and discover more about the world and himself.

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Luce (15)

FRANCE

Languages: French, English, Spanish
Siblings: One older brother
Mother: Site Manager
Father: Nurse
FR028MM Y

Interests

Thai boxing, wrestling, camping, hiking, playing guitar, has a cat

Letter to my Host Family

Luce is in 10th grade and enjoys school, especially history and French. Friendly, funny, and open-minded, she has a strong sense of responsibility and values fairness and generosity. She is excited to discover life in the United States, improve her English, and experience American traditions like Halloween and Christmas. Luce has a strong sense of responsibility and values fairness and generosity. She also babysits and enjoys being involved in her community. She loves cinema and music, practices Thai boxing and wrestling, plays guitar, and enjoys museums, concerts, and spending time with friends and family. Curious and passionate about the world, she hopes to become a journalist or reporter in the future.

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Annabel (16)

ESTONIA

Languages: Estonian, English, Russian
Siblings: None
Mother: Development Manager
Father: Truck Driver
ET001MM Y

Interests

Singing, choir, reading, skiing, staying active, has two cats and a dog

Letter to my Host Family

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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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