Meet Our Students

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.

Elisa dreams of becoming a flight attendant because she loves to travel, especially by airplane. This northern Italian girl is an only child who connects with her mom through shopping, and with her dad by playing video games. She loves that they are so supportive of her dream of an exchange year! Elisa has 2 cats and a turtle that she cares for at home. She has many activities that she enjoys but reading and listening to music are two of her favorites! She enjoys going to book fairs and concerts when she can. Elisa is excited to share her knowledge of Italian cooking and baking with her host family. One of her favorite dishes to make is Tiramisu! She is looking forward to taking different classes, improving her English, and trying a new way of life with her host family!

For more information, check out her Dear Host Family Letter!

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!

Originally from Colombia, Isabella now lives in Spain with her parents and their two dogs. She’s affectionate, kind, and adaptable—someone who starts out quiet but quickly opens up. Isabella loves spending time with family, baking desserts, watching movies, and playing games. She’s especially fond of little kids and enjoys caring for them. Isabella is active and adventurous, with experience in swimming, wakeboarding, and paddleboarding, and hopes to try cheerleading or rhythmic gymnastics during her exchange. Passionate about culture, Isabella is excited to share Colombian and Spanish traditions and dreams of studying international business one day. She’s deeply grateful for the chance to connect, learn, and grow with her future host family.

Bianca is an active girl from Northwest Italy. She has a close relationship with her family and views her older brothers as mentors. They came to the U.S.A. on an exchange year and have encouraged her to connect with an American family and community like they did! She's excited to share her talent of cooking Italian pasta, especially recipes her grandma taught her. Because family is important to her, some of her favorite activities are playing cards, going on walks or bike rides, or watching sports and movies with her family! Bianca is active in many ways. She is a sporty girl, enjoying rock climbing, volleyball, and swimming. She would love to try soccer in America! Scouting and her faith are important to her and she enjoys her fellow scout members, their activities, and the opportunity to lead summer activities for younger kids. Bianca is excited for the unforgettable experience of joining an American family, going to an American school, and learning American culture!

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.

For more information, check out his Dear Host Family Letter!