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Faustine (15)

FRANCE

Languages: French, English, Spanish
Siblings: One older sister
Mother: Aeronautical Cable Installer
Father: Sales Director
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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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Giovanni (18)

ITALY

Languages: Italian, English, Spanish
Siblings: One older sister
Mother: Psychotherapist
Father: Financial Advisor
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Interests

Tennis, soccer, basketball, loves animals, has two cats

Letter to my Host Family

Giovanni is a friendly and social student from Italy who enjoys meeting new people and connecting with others. He makes friends easily and is known for his positive attitude and easygoing personality. Giovanni loves engaging in conversations and values meaningful relationships with those around him. Sports play a big role in his life, especially basketball, which is the sport he practices the most. He also enjoys tennis and soccer. Giovanni loves basketball because it is a team sport—it has taught him how to work with others, respect rules, and support his teammates. Being active helps him stay positive and feel his best, and he hopes to continue playing sports while in the United States. He also values spending time with friends and appreciating the simple joys of everyday life. Giovanni loves animals and dreams of pursuing a career in law in the future. He is excited about new experiences, personal growth, and becoming part of a welcoming host family.

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Giulia (16)

ITALY

Languages: Italian, English
Siblings: One older brother
Mother: Administrative Employee
Father: Navy Officer
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Interests

Volleyball, skiing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, playing piano, Formula 1

Letter to my Host Family

My name is Giulia, and I hope to be your future Italian exchange student! I live in northeast Italy with my parents and older brother. I love discovering new cultures and recently spent two weeks in the UK with a host family, which made me even more excited to spend a full year abroad. I chose the U.S. because I admire the culture, traditions like Halloween and Thanksgiving, and the school system with its many activities. In my free time, I enjoy volleyball, skiing in the Dolomites, and summer water sports like windsurfing. My biggest passion is music—I’ve played piano since I was seven and especially love Chopin, even though I usually listen to Italian rap. I also enjoy movies, shopping with friends, and sharing traditions with my family, like cheering for Ferrari races or watching basketball with my dad. I’d love to share a piece of my culture with you, especially by cooking Italian dishes like carbonara. I would describe myself as curious, enthusiastic, and ready for new experiences, and I can’t wait to create memories together!

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Aurora (17)

ITALY

Languages: Italian, English, French, German
Siblings: One younger sister
Mother: Office Worker
Father: Engineer
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Interests

Dancing, going for walks, girl scouts, drawing, painting, baking, catechist and having time with children, amateur theater company

Letter to my Host Family

Aurora is from northern Italy and attends a linguistic high school. She is described as sweet, kind, calm, sensitive, and responsible. She has a close and supportive family, including her parents and her younger sister, who is also her best friend. Dance is a very important part of her life: she practices classical and modern dance and sees it as a way to express herself and relax. She is also deeply involved in scouts, volunteering, church activities, and amateur theater. Aurora enjoys cooking, walking in nature, drawing, and painting, and she dreams of working in the fashion world or becoming a tour guide. She wants to become an exchange student in the USA to improve her English, overcome her shyness, grow personally, and experience a new culture while sharing Italian traditions.

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Nina (17)

FRANCE

Languages: French, English, Spanish
Siblings: One older sister
Mother: Math Teacher
Father: Site Manager
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Interests

Scrapbooking, dancing, Pilates, board games, decorating, cannot live with dogs

Letter to my Host Family

Meet Nina from France! She has practiced modern dance for the past 10 years, and this allowed her to meet new people and participate in competitions. This taught her to manage stress and gain confidence, but she has not been able to do it much lately and it would be great if she was able to participate in a dance program in the US. Nina also enjoys school, her subjects like business management, economics and human resources will help her with her future endeavors. She hopes to join some clubs at school to focus on leadership as well. Her friends would describe her as fun, outgoing, meticulous, and loves to laugh. Nina likes to meet with friends for coffee, celebrate birthdays, go to concerts and watch football games. She wants to continue to discover new things during her exchange year and cannot wait to meet her new host family.

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Ginevra (17)

ITALY

Languages: Italian, English, French, Spanish, Chinese
Siblings: One younger brother
Mother: Nurse
Father: Business Owner
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Interests

Dance academy, playing piano, drawing, architecture, volunteering, CrossFit, loves animals, has a dog

Letter to my Host Family

Ginny, short for Ginevra, is a creative and passionate student from Italy who is both thoughtful and energetic. While she may seem shy at first, she quickly becomes social and enthusiastic once she feels comfortable. She studies architecture at an artistic high school and loves expressing herself through art, sketching, and design. Dance is her greatest passion, especially hip hop and contemporary styles, and she also enjoys staying active through sports like gymnastics and CrossFit. Ginny loves music, from modern genres to playing the piano, is a dedicated volunteer in emergency medical services, and is a huge animal lover. Curious, kind, and eager to grow, she is excited to share experiences, creativity, and meaningful connections during her exchange year.

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Oscar (16)

FRANCE

Languages: French, English, Spanish
Siblings: One older sister
Mother: Consultant
Father: Manager
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Interests

Handball, skiing, biking, ping pong, badminton, basketball, gardening, cards and board games, Legos, playing piano, likes animals

Letter to my Host Family

Meet 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.

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Iriya (15)

THAILAND

Languages: Thai, English
Siblings: None
Mother: Business Owner
Father: Business Owner
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Interests

Basketball, playing electric guitar, football (soccer), Japanese & American anime

Letter to my Host Family

Ethan is a kind-hearted and thoughtful boy from Thailand. Known by his friends as the “gentle giant,” he’s admired for his caring nature and quiet strength. He comes from a close-knit, supportive family and cherishes time spent with them, especially enjoying spicy Thai dishes made by his grandma. Ethan is passionate about basketball and plays as a main team member at school, where he also shines in academics, particularly in English and Business Studies. He’s musically talented, playing guitar in his school band, and enjoys anime, gaming, and exploring different cultures. Ethan is excited to join a host family, share his Thai heritage, and build meaningful connections through this exchange experience.

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Chiara (16)

ITALY

Languages: Italian, English
Siblings: One younger sister
Mother: Secretary
Father: Manager
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Interests

Playing guitar and piano, singing, dancing, rhythmic gymnastics, acrobatics, running, hiking, youth group at church, reading, writing, sewing, crocheting, swimming, snorkeling, skiing

Letter to my Host Family

Chiara is an energetic, creative, and curious girl who comes from a close-knit family in the Italian countryside. She plays piano and guitar, loves sports like aerial dance and hiking, and is passionate about music, fashion, and writing. At school, Chiara is known for being kind, mature, and helpful, and she’s active in her church youth group and summer camps. Chiara enjoys baking, thrillers, concerts, and crafting with friends. Whether skiing, swimming, or exploring new places, she embraces adventure and connection. Chiara is excited to join a host family and take the first step toward her dream of discovering the world.

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Marco (15)

SPAIN

Languages: Spanish, Italian, English, German
Siblings: None
Mother: Insurance Employee
Father: Roadside Assistant Worker
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Interests

CrossFit, Muay Thai, fishing, surfing, spending time outdoors, playing guitar and piano, loves animals, has a dog

Letter to my Host Family

Marco is from Spain and was born in Italy, where his multicultural background has shaped who he is today. He is known as a thoughtful and empathetic person who genuinely cares about understanding what others are going through. Marco feels emotions deeply and is mindful of how his words and actions may affect those around him. Sports and music are his greatest passions. He plays the guitar and also enjoys learning piano. Family means everything to Marco—he is an only child and, while he sometimes wished for siblings, he is especially excited about joining a host family with kids and becoming part of a lively household.

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