Meet Our Students
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Manuel (17)
ITALY
| Languages: | Italian, English, Portuguese, Spanish |
| Siblings: | One younger brother |
| Mother: | Homemaker |
| Father: | Factory Worker |
| IM015MM Y |
Interests
Practicing calisthenics, sports, walking, hiking, scooter rides, singing, playing guitar, learning new languages, cooking, reading, debating, drawing, photography
Letter to my Host FamilyManuel is a remarkably open-minded, curious, respectful, kind, and optimistic individual who is deeply fascinated by the American way of life. He is extremely active in calisthenics and would love to join an American sport like football. Family is of utmost importance to him, and spending quality time together is vital; he enjoys cooking and assists with household chores. Music is another passion, and singing is something Manuel truly enjoys. His aspiration is not just to be a guest in your home but to become a genuine part of your family and live his childhood dream which is the American dream.


Lucia (17)
ITALY
| Languages: | Italian, English, French |
| Siblings: | One older sister |
| Mother: | Technology Company |
| Father: | Technology Company |
| IM008MM S |
Interests
Playing piano, reading, volleyball, horse riding, walking in nature, has a cat, loves animals
Letter to my Host FamilyLucia lives with her parents, sister and cat. With her mom, she enjoys walking outside and going to the gym three times a week and to do weights, stretching, and other exercises together. Her time with her dad is spent watching soccer, either on TV or at a stadium, and they also enjoy learning about new cultures, meeting new people and visiting lots of places together. Lucia loves shopping, doing make up, singing and dancing with her sister. She loves animals and has always wanted a pet of her own. Her cat is a recent addition to the family that she is over the moon about. Lucia's favorite animal is horses, she has been riding for eight years, including show jumping. She has also played volleyball in the past. She really enjoys sports and being active. In the future, Lucia hopes to be a psychologist.


Frantz (16)
FRANCE
| Languages: | French, English, Italian, Spanish |
| Siblings: | Five sisters, one brother |
| Mother: | Flight Attendant |
| Father: | IT Project Manager |
| FR008MM Y |
Interests
Horseback riding, climbing, rugby, wakeboarding, being outdoors/nature, swimming, running, cooking, reading, theater/drama, biology, church
Letter to my Host FamilyFrantz is the 5th child in a family of 7 kids; he is currently studying hotel management and catering. He goes to a specialized school so he can focus on his future career but is still not sure exactly what field he wants to settle in. Frantz works in a restaurant serving customers and is learning the business behind hotel management. He loves horseback riding; horses are a very big part of his life. He also enjoys nature, climbing, swimming, rugby, and water activities. Frantz often takes care of his younger siblings, which has taught him to be patient, organized and responsible. He is excited to share his culture with you and hopes to create a lasting bond with his future American Family.


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 FamilyAugustin 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.


Faustine (17)
FRANCE
| Languages: | French, English, Spanish |
| Siblings: | One younger brother |
| Mother: | Notary |
| Father: | Notary |
| FR002MM Y |
Interests
Badminton, swimming, surfing, tennis, singing, dancing, cooking, reading novels, playing piano, learning how to play guitar, loves dogs, has three cats
Letter to my Host FamilyFaustine is a friendly, curious, and enthusiastic young lady from France who has always loved the American spirit. Her dream has always been to spend a year in an American high school, to experience the culture, practice her English, and share everyday life with a host family. Fuastine has enjoyed swimming since she was very little and also did synchronized swimming. She loves trying new sports and activities and would like to try golf. She also has a love for music; she played the piano for a few years and would like to learn guitar. Faustine is very curious about everything from news to sports, traveling, and family. Her hopes are to share a little bit of her French culture with your family and learn about your family's traditions.


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 FamilyFaustine 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!


Giulia (16)
ITALY
| Languages: | Italian, English |
| Siblings: | One older brother |
| Mother: | Administrative Employee |
| Father: | Navy Officer |
| IM003MM Y |
Interests
Volleyball, skiing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, playing piano, Formula 1
Letter to my Host FamilyMy 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!


Aurora (17)
ITALY
| Languages: | Italian, English, French, German |
| Siblings: | One younger sister |
| Mother: | Office Worker |
| Father: | Engineer |
| IM016MM Y |
Interests
Dancing, going for walks, girl scouts, drawing, painting, baking, catechist and having time with children, amateur theater company
Letter to my Host FamilyAurora 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.


Oscar (16)
FRANCE
| Languages: | French, English, Spanish |
| Siblings: | One older sister |
| Mother: | Consultant |
| Father: | Manager |
| FR013MM Y |
Interests
Handball, skiing, biking, ping pong, badminton, basketball, gardening, cards and board games, Legos, playing piano, likes animals
Letter to my Host FamilyMeet 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.


Alana (17)
FRANCE
| Languages: | French, English, German |
| Siblings: | Two older sisters, two younger brothers |
| Mother: | Employee |
| Father: | Deceased |
| FR021MM Y |
Interests
Reading, baking, writing, dancing, formula 1, science, loves animals, has two cats and a dog
Letter to my Host FamilyI am a caring, motivated, and family-oriented student who is very excited about the idea of living with a host family and discovering a new culture. Although I am shy at first, I quickly become cheerful, helpful, and affectionate once I feel comfortable. Growing up in a close-knit family and experiencing the loss of my father, taught me resilience, kindness, and gratitude, values that strongly shape who I am today. I love taking care of others—especially children—which inspired my dream of becoming a pediatrician. In my free time, I enjoy reading romance novels, baking cakes for my family, watching shows like Grey’s Anatomy, following Formula 1 with my younger brother, and doing creative activities. I am hardworking at school, especially passionate about science, and very curious about the American school system and traditions. Responsible and independent, I help with daily chores and love animals. Through this exchange year, I hope to grow, gain confidence, improve my English, and most importantly, build a meaningful and genuine bond with my host family while sharing cultures and creating unforgettable memories.

