Meet Our Students
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Arstanbek (16)
KYRGYZSTAN
| Languages: | Kazakh, Russian, English, Turkish |
| Siblings: | one younger brother |
| Mother: | Tourism |
| Father: | Entrepreneur |
| CI004HM Y |
Interests
table tennis, board games, chess, and swimming
Letter to my Host FamilyMeet Arstenbek from Kyrgyzstan. He is a serious student with a fun side! He is excited to learn about American culture and wants to try baseball and American football. He enjoys hobbies like chess, Monopoly, and table tennis. He is a recipient of the prestigious FLEX scholarship for students that have demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities. He spends weekdays at a boarding school where he is engaged in several interesting projects called GreenLand, Bilimbot, Olimpfund and Olimplearn. He describes the boarding school as an opportunity that he is extremely grateful to be a part of where he is learning cleanliness and respect for elders along with academic subjects. On weekends he is home with his family which includes his mother, father and ten-year-old brother. Helping out at home when he is there is very important to Arstanbek, he cleans, cooks and grocery shops for his family. He is also very passionate about his culture; he plays a traditional instrument called the Chopo-Chor. He also acknowledges what an amazing act of kindness hosting a student is and will truly appreciate this opportunity to its fullest.


Raphael (17)
FRANCE
| Languages: | French, English, Spanish |
| Siblings: | One younger sister |
| Mother: | Bakery Manager |
| Father: | Optician |
| FR035MM S |
Interests
Karting, motorsports, wakeboarding, bodyboarding, skimboarding, surfing, snowboarding, sim racing, walking my dog
Letter to my Host FamilyRaphael is a friendly and motivated high school student from southwest France, who is excited to experience life in the United States. He comes from a close-knit family and enjoys spending time with relatives, friends, and his dog. Active and adventurous, Raphael is passionate about sports, especially competitive karting, snowboarding, and water sports—which have taught him discipline, perseverance, and teamwork. At school, he studies a wide range of subjects and is especially motivated to improve his English through full immersion. Organized, responsible, and independent, he helps at home and values being an active part of family life. Raphael describes himself as open-minded, respectful, and adaptable, with a positive attitude toward new challenges. He looks forward to sharing French culture, participating in American traditions, and building meaningful connections with his host family while growing personally and academically during his exchange year.


Saba (16)
GEORGIA
| Languages: | Georgian, English, Russian |
| Siblings: | Three brothers |
| Mother: | Employee |
| Father: | Employee |
| CI015MM Y |
Interests
Soccer, volleyball, playing checkers, evening walks, social entrepreneurship, English Access program
Letter to my Host FamilySaba is a friendly and responsible student who values respect, family, and meaningful connections. He comes from a close-knit family and enjoys helping at home, staying organized, and supporting others. Saba is passionate about sports, especially volleyball and soccer, and was part of his school team that won a local championship. Saba is also academically motivated and interested in pursuing engineering or computer science in the future. Sociable and supportive, he enjoys spending time with friends and meeting new people. During his exchange, Saba is excited to improve his English, experience daily life with his host family, and share his culture while building lasting memories.


Jean (15)
FRANCE
| Languages: | French, English, Spanish |
| Siblings: | Two brothers, one sister |
| Mother: | Teacher |
| Father: | Consulting |
| FR033MM Y |
Interests
Tennis, triathlons, swimming, cycling, running, scouting, has a dog
Letter to my Host FamilyJean lives with his parents, two brothers, sister and dog. He was born in the Caribbean and lived there for the first seven years of his life. He is a practicing Catholic and goes to church every Sunday. In his free time, Jean likes to play tennis, running, swimming, and cycling. He has been involved in scouting for several years. His friends and family often say that he brings energy and joy to the people around him.


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 FamilyAishabibi 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.


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.


Oscar (16)
FRANCE
| Languages: | French, English, Spanish |
| Siblings: | One older sister |
| Mother: | Consultant |
| Father: | Manager |
| FR013MW 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.


Elenor (15)
FRANCE
| Languages: | French, English, Spanish |
| Siblings: | One older sister |
| Mother: | Pharmacist |
| Father: | Professor |
| FR023MM Y |
Interests
Classical dancing, reading, playing chess, loves animals
Letter to my Host FamilyMy name is Elenor, and I live in a small village in western France near the sea. I share a warm home with my parents and my sister, whom I often help as she lives with a genetic condition. My days are filled with dance, a passion I’ve had since I was six, and which I now practice several hours a day, competing at regional and national levels. I also love reading—whether romance or fantasy—and spending time with my friends and family, whether hiking with my mother or watching classic films with my father. Thanks to my travels, including a memorable trip to the United States, I’ve discovered how much I appreciate the spontaneity and kindness of American culture. I would love to spend a year in the U.S. to experience everyday American life, join in school traditions like riding the yellow bus or discovering cheerleading, and share my own French culture in return. I hope to live with a family who will welcome this cultural exchange and allow us to learn from one another.


Makana (16)
JAPAN
| Languages: | Japanese, English |
| Siblings: | |
| Mother: | Housewife |
| Father: | Accommodation Business Owner |
| JA006WW Y |
Interests
English debate club, surfing, environmental issues, marine pollution, beach cleanups, used to play piano
Letter to my Host FamilyI really like the sea and surfing. Through my surf experiences, I became interested in environmental issues, especially marine pollution. Then, I began beach cleanups three times a week when I was in junior high school. I see myself as a proactive and responsible person. I like doing exercise and having fun playing sports, but I'm honestly not any good at ball games. I would like to learn about American culture and traditions, as well as the environmental consciousness of American people. With my family and friends, we enjoy going to the beach or hiking on weekends. At the moment, I am practicing cooking easy Japanese dishes for you! I will try my best to improve my English and communication skills. In the future, I hope to be a person who can thrive internationally.


Julien (18)
FRANCE
| Languages: | French, German, English |
| Siblings: | One older sister, One younger sister |
| Mother: | Commissioner Of Justice |
| Father: | Real Estate Agent |
| FR006WW Y |
Interests
Computer science, Swimming, Bowling, Discovering new places, Has cats, Going to the cinema, Working out
Letter to my Host FamilyJulien is an active student from France who is currently studying management and law at his high school. Alongside his studies, Julien enjoys working out, swimming, bowling, and more. Recently, he has started to make his own music! He enjoys making beats that people can dance to. Julien and his family have one cat, Neko, which means cat in Japanese. Julien decided to spend a year in the USA because he wants to become more independent and improve his English, while also wanting to discover something completely different. While he knows it won't always be easy, he is ready for the challenge. He is excited to live something unique, meet new people, and create memories that will stay with him for life.

