I have a lot of hobbies I usually play soccer with my friends and my team every sean since i have memory. I really like it because after training, my friends and I often have dinner together. I also play games with my friends, when Im sad or i need to relax,I ask to my friends if they want to play.For me is the best way to relax after a hard time of study or a bad moment

No allergies

No special diet

I´m a boy with the average heigh, brown hair and blue eyes. I consider myself a sporty guy, sometimes i like to play de guitar for fun or hang out with my friends or play videogames with them. I consider myself as a friendly, responsible person.I'm also adaptable and independent. I like to stay hard towards my goals, be positive, and continue improving myself everyday.

No

Sports: Golf, padel, ski

No allergies

No special diet

I describe myself as a cheerful, kind, polite, and outgoing person. I’m fun, social, and I enjoy connecting with others. I love competing with my golf team, playing padel with my friends and spending time outdoors (ski, water activities, soccer games). I think going on an exchange is a huge opportunity for me, getting to know a new environment and culture is something I have always been looking forward to, new friends, new challenges, new ways, the American way..

Activity Request: Golf, State request: The Carolinas

Basketball is a big part of my life. I play on a team and also love playing street basketball with friends. I really enjoy being active and spending time outdoors. I’m a very social person who loves meeting new people and learning from different cultures. Music is also important to me, and I like sharing good moments and positive energy with others.

No allergies

No special diet

I would describe myself as a positive, sociable, and motivated person. I enjoy being active and spending time with people, especially through sports and teamwork. Basketball is a big part of my life, I play on a team and also enjoy street basketball with friends, which has taught me discipline, commitment, and how to relate with others. I’m very open-minded and enjoy meeting people from different backgrounds and cultures. I adapt quickly to new environments and always try to make the people around me feel comfortable and included. I’m also interested in music and like sharing good moments and positive energy. What I’m most looking forward to about going on exchange is experiencing American culture, improving my English, and becoming more independent. I’m excited to be part of a host family, make new friends, and live a year full of learning, sports, and new experiences.

State request: VA - Virginia

Gym/fitness Swimming Spending time with friends/meeting up Travelling and exploring new places Going outside Sports Going shopping Gaming

Cats and dust but I have not important symptoms.

No special diet

My name is Artin, and I am an open-minded and social person who enjoys meeting new people and learning about different cultures. In my free time, I love staying active and enjoying a healthy lifestyle. I like going to the gym, swimming, playing games, going for walks, skateboarding, and spending time with my family and friends. I also love hanging out in the city and always enjoy learning new things. I would describe myself as friendly, funny, curious, and confident. As someone who loves being energetic and trying new experiences. The thing I am looking forward to the most is becoming part of an American family. I am excited to make new friends, improve my English, and experience everyday life in the United States. My goal is to truly immerse myself in American culture and create memories that will last a lifetime. Thank you so much for welcoming me into your home!

No

soccer, playing video games, listening music,

No allergies

No special diet

I would describe myself as an open-minded, friendly, and easy-going person. I enjoy meeting new people and trying new things, and I adapt quickly to different situations. I am also responsible and respectful, especially when it comes to other people’s homes and rules. My friends say that I am positive, helpful, and someone who brings good energy to a group. In my free time, I love playing football, listening to music, watching movies and series on Netflix, and traveling whenever I get the chance. I am also curious about the world and enjoy learning about different cultures, places, and lifestyles. Sports and music help me relax, while traveling keeps me motivated and excited to explore more. What I am looking forward to the most about going on exchange is experiencing daily life in another country and becoming part of a new family and community. I want to improve my English, discover a new culture from the inside, and make friendships that will last long after the exchange is over. I am excited about trying new foods, learning new traditions, and seeing what school life is like abroad. Overall, I hope this exchange will help me grow, become more independent, and create unforgettable memories.

No

I like sport like, judo, skiing, diving, I like cinema very much we're with my friends, I love animals, cats and dogs, I like the Oceans and Sea, love sea world.

No allergies

No special diet

Im a 15-year-old who loves cinema, music, and video games. Weekends are all about my friends—we love getting together to share our hobbies, whether we're going to the mall for the arcade and some food (pizza and burritos are our favorites!) or heading out for a bike ride. I also enjoy traveling and talking about movies. A fun fact about me is that I’m fascinated by ants; I’ve spent years studying them and have three colonies at home. My mom will be in charge of the 'ant-sitting' while I'm away in the States

Activity Request: Skiing

house dust mite allergy

No special diet

My name is Carl Treber and I am 16 years old and grew up in a small town near Wiesbaden. Since early childhood, I have enjoyed being physically active. I like doing sports such as skiing, swimming, and especially playing soccer. Football is my favorite sport, and I am a motivated and good player. I have been playing football for many years, and it has taught me a lot about teamwork and responsibility. Together with my team, we won several championships. When we won the championship in the under-13 team, I was the team captain. This experience made me more confident and helped me develop leadership skills. Sports are an important part of my life because they keep me active and disciplined. I am an open-minded and motivated person who enjoys meeting new people and taking on new challenges. I am very excited about the chance to spend a year in the USA, live with a host family, attend an American high school, and learn more about a different culture. I believe this experience will help me grow as a person and improve my English skills.

Single Room Request, Region Northeast

Reading, listening to music, skating, swimming, traveling, cooking, dancing

No allergies

No special diet

I think I am a respectful and kind person becouse I always try to smile everyone in the street even if i do not know him, if i saw someone coming behind my i wait him before closing the door, i always say hello to the bus driver, and i think that those little details are things that you think anyone notices, but maybe the bus driver was having a bad day and yo have said him to hava a good day and that may change her day. I am emphatic becouse i always try to think how does people feels and if i notice that someone is bad i would always talk with him and i would try to help him solving his problems even if i have other problems to solve. I alway try to be optimistic and i think that when someone have problems i am more optimistic than whem i have problems. I am honest, i always say the truth even if someone doesnt want to hear it. I am creative, i always have solutions and ideas for everething, but some times i didnt say them. And of course i always try to we happy and i have my days like everyone but i try to not think in the bad things.

Region Northeast

sport, martial arts

birch pollen, grass pollen

a sports, healthy diet, no fast foods

My name is Franek. I am a determined person who does not give up. When I set a goal, no matter what happens, I will try my hardest to achieve it. My hobbies include martial arts, swimming, and listening to music. I am also a social person. I love spending time with people, and that is one of my greatest needs. What I want most from this exchange is to learn about the culture, the people, make new friends, and gain valuable life lessons.

No

Sports (soccer, running, and weight training), and reading about politics and economics.

No allergies

No special diet

My name is Gabriel, I'm 17 years old, and I'm from Brazil. I'm studious and very dedicated in everything I do. I really enjoy sports, especially soccer and Jiu-Jitsu. I'm very outgoing. I love learning new things and I'm good at it. I play instruments, guitar and keyboard. I like to read and write and work out at the gym. I always like to challenge myself, so I sign up for tests, competitions, and races. Another hobby of mine is listening to music and watching videos, podcasts, movies, and series. I see this exchange program as the opportunity of a lifetime; I'm having the chance to learn new things and meet people. Through studying and the opportunities I will create, I see my life moving towards success, as if the exchange program were the first step.

No

I really enjoy soccer, whether it’s playing, training, or watching it on TV, especially Real Madrid CF. I also love running and, in general, any kind of sport or outdoor activity. Spending time with my family is very important to me, so I really enjoy playing board games and watching movies together. I also like reading, traveling, and making plans together, such as going on excursions or discovering new places. Recently, I’ve also started learning how to cook because I would love to prepare some Spanish recipes for my American family. I chose Virginia because the climate is more similar to the one we have at home. Sports are one of my biggest passions, especially outdoor sports, and I would love to play soccer in the USA. However, whether that is possible or not, I’m also very excited about the opportunity to try a new sport. I would really like to learn tennis or basketball, although I’d be happy to try any other sport as well. Since sports are such an important part of life there, that is something that really motivates me.

No allergies

No special diet

I would describe myself as a responsible, friendly, and empathetic person. I am honest, cheerful, and sensitive, and I prefer to avoid arguments. I am usually calm, but also hardworking and committed when I have to achieve something. I really enjoy sports and living a healthy lifestyle. I also love meeting new people, making friends from different cultures, and learning from their experiences. What I am most looking forward to about going on exchange is the chance to become part of an American family, to improve my English, and to share my culture while learning about yours. I am excited to make new friends, try new things, and live this unique experience

State request: VA - Virginia

No allergies

No special diet

At first, I am a bit shy, but once I feel some confidence, I am very extrovert. I love being I surrounded by my family and many Friends and playing sports and videogames with them. I like all sports, specially waterpolo, which I play as part of the regional league in Madrid. Also like basket, soccer, american footbal and I really love watching series, films and playing videogames. I love pets but unfortunately my parents don´t allow me to have one. This is a great opportunity for me to learn english and to experience other cultures. I´m looking forward meeting great people and exchange my culture with them. I would like to experience different sports competitions as part of a club there in the US (mainly waterpolo).

Special Request - Compliance approval required

play or watch football videogames Listen to music

No allergies

No special diet

Hi, I'm Ignacio and I'm going to tell you a little about myself. I'm a cheerful person (although it doesn't always seem that way), I'm kind and funny. Some of my hobbies are playing/watching soccer, watching TV series, and listening to a lot of music. Some of my favorite genres are Spanish rap and Spanish pop. My goal for this trip (besides learning English) is to have a good time, meet new people, experience a new country, and learn about a new culture.

Region Northeast

I love to play sports, but the ones I practice are: waterpolo and climbing.But also I like others sports. Also I like to read, play videogames and hang out with my friends.

No allergies

No special diet

I would describe myself as friendly and happy. I like to play the guitar, play waterpolo and practice climbing. Also I love reading and spending time with my friends. I would like to go on an exchange because I want to know about other cultures, meet new people and improve my english

No

I enjoy playing football, tennis and video games. I am currently studying in the science field, and I'm very interested in new development in tecnology.

Allergic to cat hair, but no problems.

No special diet

I enjoy playing and watching soccer and other sports. I also like playing video games and staying active. I love cooking, although I’m still learning and not very good at it yet, I have already learned how to make Valencian paella. In my free time, I enjoy watching TV series and films. I also like traveling and know new places and cultures. I am a hardworking person, and I like helping others whenever they need it. I always try to do my best, and I consider myself very responsible person. For this exchange program, I am looking forward to meeting new people, enjoying the opportunity to live for a year in the USA, visiting new places, learning about new cultures and improving my English.

No

playing American Football

Beans, Fish, Nuts, lentis

without Beans, Fish, Nuts, Lentis

I’m a helpful and funny person. My biggest hobby is football because I love being part of a team and enjoying the great team spirit. I’m excited to spend time with my host family, and I also want to keep training and improving my football skills. I’d love to learn about your hobbies and do some activities together.

Activity Request: American Football, Dietary request - Special diet (other)

I am 14 years old and I am from Spain. I enjoy playing tennis and dancing, and I also like painting scenery when I feel creative. I love spending time with my friends, and just hanging out with them makes me happy. I like watching TV shows and movies, listening to music, and sometimes reading. I am also getting ready to go to the United States next year for a year abroad, which I am very excited about

No allergies

No special diet

I am very kind and friendly although sometimes a bit grumpy (early mornings) with my closer relatives. I like to help people and in school I worry about everyone I like being with my friends and also with my family but above all I love dancing. I hope to be lucky with the family that chooses me and hope to be loved as any other member of their family as I will be almost a year without seeing mine.

Region Northeast, Early Placement Request

Soccer, Swimming, Wakeboarding, Table Tennis, Reading

Sensitization to cat hair, but well controlled and treated.

No special diet

I'm pretty energetic and social by nature—I like staying busy and being around people rather than sitting still. I take responsibility seriously too; right now I'm on the board of a small student-run cooperative at my school. My main hobby is sports, especially table tennis and competitive swimming. I've also picked up a few certifications along the way, including as a soccer referee and a lifeguard. Outside of training, I'm always up for trying something new, and I spend as much time outdoors as I can. What I'm most looking forward to on exchange is simply living somewhere completely different—getting used to a new family's everyday rhythm, making friends from scratch, and seeing how much daily life can differ from what I know in Germany.

No

Soccer, Basketball, surfing, skiing, meeting my friends

No allergies

No special diet

I am a really funny, friendly, sports ethusiastic Person, who loves to meet his friends and play soccer with them or just hang out. I also enjoy playing video games at home with friends online. I'm taking part in the exchange because I want to experience the american lifestyle and one year at the highschool. I also want to improve my english skills and I hope to meet many new friends.

State request: CO - Colorado, Activity Request: Soccer, State request: The Carolinas, State request: OR - Oregon

- I am very athletic and I play soccer - I like music and I play the piano - I like to spend time with my family and friends - I like to try new things - I love animals - I like to eat and try new dishes - I enjoy reading

No allergies

No special diet

My name is Leonardo Monteverde, I am 15 years old and I live in Germany. I am an open-minded and friendly person who enjoys meeting new people and trying new things. Sports are a very big part of my life, especially soccer. I also love music, play the piano, and enjoy spending time with my family and friends. I am interested in languages and speak German and Italian as native languages. I am also learning English, Spanish, and Latin. I would describe myself as helpful, responsible, and easy to get along with. I adapt quickly to new situations and enjoy learning about different cultures. I am excited to spend a year in the USA, become part of a host family, meet new people, and create unforgettable memories.

No

No allergies

No special diet

I am a very open-minded, polite, and well-mannered person. I would describe myself as cheerful, humorous, communicative, and outgoing. I enjoy meeting new people and I am always open to new experiences and challenges. I am also very sporty, helpful, adaptable, and curious. I have a strong personality, but at the same time I am very social and enjoy connecting with others. Being around people, making new friends, and supporting others are very important to me.

State request: IL - Illinois, State request: OR - Oregon, State request: WA - Washington (STATE not DC)

I enjoy playing basketball (I play for a club called "Le Rebond" in Ottignies) and going to the gym to stay active. In addition to sports, I like spending time with my family and friends.

No allergies

No special diet

My name is Louis, I am 17 years old, and I come from Belgium. I would describe myself as friendly, open-minded, and motivated. I enjoy meeting new people and trying new experiences. One of my biggest passions is basketball. I train four times a week with my club "Le Rebond", and I love being part of a team. I also go to the gym regularly to stay active. Besides sports, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, as they are very important to me. I also like learning new languages like English, Spanish, and Dutch. I am really excited about this exchange because I want to discover a new culture, improve my English, and experience daily life in another country. I look forward to meeting my host family, making new friends, and trying new things. I hope to bring my enthusiasm and curiosity to this adventure!

Early Placement Request, Early School Start Date

No allergies

No special diet

I am a person who is always ready to healp others and I have a big heart for the society. I like music and i play the piano since i was a little kid. I am an active soccer player and do a lots of sports. One thing I love doing is hanging out with friends. Sometimes I am pretty chill but most of the time I am very active. My Father is from germany and my Mother is from China so I can speak a little bit chinese, because of that I am very multycultural and open for new international experiences. I am curious about american culture and I am looking forward to improve my english and meet new people.

No

All kind of sports, specifically soccer, videogames, learning about other cultures, languages

seasonal allergy to pollen: grasses, olive trees, alternaria and arizonica

No special diet

I am 14 years old and a nice, inquisitive, easy-going guy. I love playing soccer and frequently enjoy playing video games in my free time. I view myself as open-minded. I am looking forward to going on an exchange to improve my English skills, explore another culture, and grow into a self-sufficient person. Meeting my host family and sharing my culture with them is something that I am looking forward to, as is creating great memories together.

No

I love attending concerts and playing guitar. I enjoy watching movies and I play video games. I play chess and table tenis from time to time.

hay fever

No special diet

I’m a calm teenager who keeps out of trouble. I play the guitar, play chess, and attend concerts. On exchange, I’m looking forward to improving my English skills, and the opportunity to live abroad for 10 months sounds very exciting.

No

Exercising, School activities, play with pets

No allergies

No special diet

I really enjoy drawing. Eventhough I am not good at it. Being an exchange student, I will be able to broaden my experience and knowledge.

No

I like playing football, going out with friends, spending time with my family, playing board games with my family and the videogames.

No allergies

No special diet

My name is Óscar, I Will turn fifteen years in June and I currently live in Granada (Spain). I consider myself a cheerful and very empathetic person who enjoys spending quality time with my family, whether playing board games or simply talking. I am very sociable and make friends easily. I think I adapt myself well to different situations and always try to be positive. I really like sports, especially soccer, which is the sport I practise. I am also very interested in basketball and tennis. I would like to try other sports like american football for example because here in Spain this is not commun. What I hope for the most from this experience is to meet other cultures, make new friends, learn the language, learn how to live on my own, but above all, step out of my comfort zone. I also hope to enjoy it as much as I imagine, since this experience is unique and does not happen twice. This opportunity I am having is once in a lifetime, and I want to make the most of it.

State request: The Carolinas

I like to play soccer and basketball. I'm also a soccer referee. I have a drivers license and drive a motorcycle. I like to meet up with friends and play videogames as well.

peanuts, house dust, horse and cat

peanut-free, (nut-free) (he pays attention to it himself when he knows where it is contained)

Hi I´m Paul. Personally, I would describe myself as a nice, funny and friendly person. I am on a very good relationship with my family and friends. I would say that I am trustworthy and good at communicate. My interests are different. I like to play sports, especially soccer and basketball. Nevertheless, I also like quieter days when I can just switch off with music. Another thing that I like to do in my freetime is to meet up with friend and experience some adventures. I am most looking forward to meeting new people, meeting new cultures and experiencing new adventures. I want to start a second life and I´m curious what´s coming my way.

Region Southeast, Single Room Request

My biggest passion is aviation and astronomy. This is connected with my interest in space flights, that's why I watch mostly NASA Channel in TV. I develope my abilities in piloting and I spend lots of time in Boeing 737-800 simulator. In school I like most of the STEM subjects, especialy physics. My other hobbys are: German language, history, playing chess and reading books.

No allergies

No special diet

I am a calm person who tries to find joy in daily situations as talking and listening to people. I love animals (I have lovly dog Łapa and we both like long walks). I also like cooking (for example carrot cake) and helping with other houseworks. My hobbys are: aviation, playing violin, gym and few others. I have an older brother with whom I often play chess and sports. All of those activities make me independent and fulfilled person.

State request: CO - Colorado

Playing sports, I like all of them in general and I usually practice them. I’ve played federated football (soccer) since I was very young, and it’s my favorite sport. I like socializing with people, getting to know all kinds of people and cultures. I like all kinds of music, although my favorite music genre is reggaeton. I also enjoy watching movies, and my favorite movie is Forrest Gump

To crustaceans, orange and pollen.

No special diet

I am a hardworking boy who really enjoys nature, playing sports, spending time with family and friends, and above all, laughing. I am an honest, kind, and sociable person who likes to know a little bit about everything and who takes an interest in the world around him. I also love traveling and everything that comes with it. I emphasize this because my father and I always say a phrase: “we like the taste of adventure,” which means that we like to live things to the fullest and give everything to achieve what we want or what we believe we deserve. During my year abroad, I hope to expand my knowledge and open my mind even more than it already is. I also hope, of course, to speak perfect English and create memories that I will carry with me for the rest of my life. I look forward to meeting wonderful people who can teach me all kinds of things.

No

I really enjoy spending time with my friends, reading and listening to music. Another important interest of mine is learning new things, especially languages and topics related to fashion and my future studies. I also practice exercise regularly, such as pilates, boxing and weight training, as I like to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle. I am interested in nutrition and I like to follow a healthy and clean diet. In my free time, I like activities related to beauty and self-care such as makeup, skincare, doing my hair and painting my nails. I am also interested in fashion and enjoy going shopping.

No allergies

No special diet

I consider myself a curious and reflective person who enjoys learning about many different topics. I like to take care of both my physical and mental well-being, and I try to leave a healthy lifestyle. At first, I can be shy, but once I feel comfortable with people, I become more open and enjoy spending time with those I trust. I value having time for myself, whether it is studying, reading, doing skincare or simply being alone to recharge. Even though my house is very busy, I always try to find moments of calm and personal space. My hobbies include reading, researching topics that interests me, exercising and doing creative activities such as crafts. I am an organized and responsible person who likes to plan ahead and keep things under control. I also enjoy learning about fashion, listening to music, and spending time with my friends. I especially like being with children and helping take care of them. What I look forward to most about going on exchange is living a new experience that will help me grow personally. I want to improve my English, specially, my pronunciation and fluency, and become more independent and confident. I am excited to discover a new culture, meet new people and learn how other lives, and interact in a different environment.

Region Southeast

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No allergies

No special diet

I am an outgoing person with interest in sports and gym. I like basketball, running/tracking. I look forward to gain more experiences abraod, improve my English, and share Thai cultures and awareness with my future host family.

No

No allergies

vegetarian

My name is Tom, I am 15 years old and I live in northern Germany. I currently attend 10th grade at a secondary school that prepares students for university. I would describe myself as a curious and open-minded person. I enjoy meeting new people and having conversations about different topics, but I am also someone who likes to reflect and think deeply. I am not shy, but I am also not overly loud. In my free time I’m playing soccer and the piano. I like meeting my friends and my girlfriend and I am very interested in science topics like physics, chemistry and computer science. I am looking forward to having new experiences, to making new friends and to trying new hobbies. Further I’m interested in learning more about US culture and other world viewings and becoming more mature and independent.

Dietary request - Vegetarian/Vegan

Millitary History Playing cards traveling survivial

No allergies

No special diet

Hi! I am an open-minded and freindly person who Is very curious about the world. I love learning new things and I enjoy having creative conversations with others about topics that interest me. I also like to stay up to date with what is happening in the world. I am an easy-going person and I am always happy to help with household chores. My great passion Is history, especially military studies i also love reading books by J.R.R Tolkien - I really admire the world he created. For me, participating in this program means a wealth of new experiences: discovering a new culture, meeting new people and learning about education system.

No

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No allergies

No special diet

I am a friendly, open minded person, I am really social, I love hanging out with my friends or different people I have just met. I like spending time on my hobbies such as walking in nature, listening to music, and playing table tennis. The things that I am looking the most forward to in the exchange is meeting people in different cultures and learning how to be in places that are not in my comfort zone. I am sure that the exchange experience will help me become more independent and far more confident against people that come from different countries.

No