No allergies

No special diet

My name is Adonis. I am an open and friendly person who enjoys spending time with others, but sometimes I also like to have my own quiet time. I love sports and being outside. I could stay outdoors all day without getting bored. I also play video games sometimes, but not very often.I want to go on exchange because I am excited to experience American culture and see what life is like on the other side of the world. I look forward to meeting new people, trying new things, and going to an American high school. I hope to learn a lot, become more independent, and share my own culture with my host family

Region Southeast, Welcome Camp (NYC)

My principal hoobies are reading books and playing basketball and others interests I have are watching movies and sport matches.

No allergies

No special diet

I am a shy person at first, but once I have confidence, I really enjoy making plans and going to places with those people, my hoobies are reading and playing basketball, but I enjoy more playing basketball because I have been playing since I was little. I like to watch movies and matches of any sport, specially soccer, with my family. I'm looking forward of this exchange is to live a new experience, make friends, improve my english, know another culture...

No

Sports such as golf, football, tennis and skiing. I like to read especially books of intrigue and adventures. Play games and watch movies with my friends and family. I also like to play with my dog Kros (German shepherd)

No allergies

No special diet

I'm a 14-year-old boy (15 when you meet me), cheerful and fun, with a sense of humor, and very sociable. I'm polite and empathetic. I'm responsible and organized but I also like to have fun with my family and friends. I like spending time with my family and love it when we all get together—grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, and so on.I really enjoy skiing trips with my family and playing golf on weekend with my siblings, parents, and grandparents. I also enjoy being with my friends, playing sports, riding a bike, playing PlayStation or just having a coke and talking with them.

Region Northeast, Activity Request: Golf, Welcome Camp (NYC)

In my free time, I enjoy reading, spending time with my friends, and doing sports. I used to do gymnastics for several years, and now I play volleyball and tennis. I also love music, painting, and fashion, as I’ve always been interested in art and creativity.

Mild dust and cat allergies, no daily treatment. Lives with two cats without issue. Possible sensitivity to horses (best to avoid close exposure).

No special diet

I'm a friendly, open-minded and calm person. I like discovering new ways of life and meeting people from other countries. At first, I can be a bit shy, but I enjoy talking with others and trying to fit in. I adapt quite easily and I enjoy the little things. I think I’m also a thoughtful and reasonable person. I try to understand others and stay respectful in new situations. I’m a creative person too. I love drawing, decorating and imagining spaces, I hope to become an interior architect in the future. I also enjoy reading, listening to music and doing some sports. I play volleyball and tennis. I did gymnastics for many years, and even if I stopped now, I still enjoy moving and staying active. What I look forward to is living something simple and real, sharing daily life with a host family, learning new things, and making good memories. I also want to share who I am, where I come from, and hopefully create real connections that stay even after the experience is over.

Early School Start Date

One of the things I love most is playing volleyball. In addition to playing it, I also like watching games on television. Another of my hobbies is watching football matches with my dad and sister. I really love going to the stadium, but I also like watching matches from home. In my free time, I sometimes like to go for long walks. I love listening to music, mainly Italian rap and trap, but I also like listening to English rap or trap music or reggaeton. I really like going to concerts, in fact this year I went to more than 6 concerts!! and that's exactly why I define music as a hobby. I also really like travelling and watching crime TV series.

I am allergic to cat hair, mites, grasses, olive and hazelnut flowers, and strawberries

No special diet

My name is Anita and I'm 16 years old. I describe myself as humble, kind, and altruistic. I really enjoy helping others; I'm also sensitive and friendly. I also identify as quite determined. I always strive to achieve my goals. I really like playing volleyball and sometimes I like to go for a walk. I love listening to music and going to concerts. I really like hanging out with my friends and going to the stadium. I hope this semester in the United States will help me better understand the American culture.

No

tennis, hiking, swimming, theatre, reading (especially thriller)

No allergies

I am a pescetarian, which means I do not eat meat, but fish

I am a very honest and open-minded person who very much enjoys learning about new cultures. I like spending time with my family, especially my grandma. I really like to step out of my comfort zone, and I am open for new things. Last year I started playing tennis, which I love, and I want to continue it when I’m in the USA. I also go to the gym twice a week, which I also really like. In my exchange year I am excited to experience everyday life in another country, and I hope to get to know myself better and also to make new friends. I know that’s probably what everybody says but I really mean it! Last but not least I am looking forward to improving my language skills and becoming more independent.

Single Room Request, State request: CO - Colorado, Dietary request - Vegetarian/Vegan, State request: OR - Oregon, Welcome Camp (NYC)

I play handball since i am three years old and I Love it. I tarin three times a week and on weekends i have matches! I like to go out with my friends and have fun. I like dancing, skiing, climbing and biking. In my freetime i make a lot odt sports.

No allergies

No special diet

I'm very ambitious, if I want to achieve something, I'll keep trying until I succeed. I'm also a very open-minded person who's always laughing. I love seeing new places and meeting new people. I'm really looking forward to my year abroad because I'll get to meet new people and get to know the American language and culture better.

No

READING BOOKS, LISTENING TO MUSIC, BE WITH MY FAMILY AND FRIENDS, GO SHOPPING AND WATCH SERIES AND MOVIES

No allergies

No special diet

I would describe myself as a very cheerful,a little shy, calm, fun and hardworking girl. I live in a happy and loving family, I have one brother and a kitten (my favorite). I love reading, watching series and movies, going shopping, animals, visiting places, taking photos, eating and listening to music. During the exchange, I hope to improve my English a lot and learn about different cultures. Besides that, I also hope to try a lot of things such as making friends, or playing new sports. But above all, I wish I can have an unforgettable experience with my host family.

No

Horse-riding, a passion I've been nurturing for five years, I have my very own horse and taking care of her gives me great satisfaction. We have a very deep bond, based on trust, patience, and each other's respect. I am also a huge fan of music and everything music related, I'm with my headphones on as much as I can. There's no single genre I like in particular, cause honestly I listen to pretty much everything: pop, rock, rap, indie , or chiller tunes. I also love spending time with my friends, going shopping and reading - I'm in love with literature and how it's possible to explain life through books and poems.

No allergies

No special diet

I'm a curious and fun person, sociable, and empathetic. My biggest passions are horseback riding - I compete in horseshow jumping - and listening to music. I love traveling, cooking, and shopping with friends. During the exchange I'd love to try new things and get to know myself better. Getting to know a new culture, perfecting another language, and discovering new ways of thinking sounds extremely appealing to me. I'm eager to know American culture in all its aspects: your daily life, your customs, your festivities such as Thanksgiving and the 4th of July, the values you give to community and sharing.

State request: NC - North Carolina

I enjoy playing basketball, programming, and spending time with my friends. I like learning new things, especially about technology and coding. Playing basketball helps me stay active, and I love teamwork and friendly competition.

No allergies

No special diet

I would describe myself as curious, friendly, and responsible. I really enjoy learning new things, especially about technology, and I also love playing basketball. My hobbies include playing video games, watching science and tech videos, and sometimes playing sports. I’m very interested in astronomy and engineering. What I’m looking forward to the most about going on exchange is experiencing a new culture, improving my English, and meeting new people. I think it will be an amazing opportunity to learn and grow.

Region Northeast

I have many hobbies, also my favorite hobbies are playing my sport, voleyball, watching movies and series, writing poems, singing and composing my own music, playing board games with my family and finally playing with young children and pets.

No allergies

No special diet

I consider myself introvert, but I get confident quickly. I am educated, funny and good listener, I will help in all I can. I love playing volleyball and listening music. What excites me the most about going to exchange is learn english and watch a football match with friends.

Region Southeast, Single Room Request

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

I enjoy listening to music, drawing and cooking. These activities help me relax an express my creativity in different ways.

No allergies

No special diet

I believe I am an extroverted person who really enjoys trying new things and is open to all kinds of experiences. I’m daring and always put effort into everything I do. I love helping people and seeing them happy, and I consider myself capable of doing anything to make the people I care about smile. I love listening to music, playing board games, drawing, telling stories, watching movies—especially horror films—and I absolutely love traveling, the sea, and exploring new countries, places, and experiences. When I go on exchange, I want to fully learn the language, immerse myself in the culture, and explore the state I'll be placed in.

State request: NC - North Carolina

I really like basketball and spending time outdoors with my friends. In general, I really enjoy sports and nature. I love going to the beach and doing snow sports. I am very sociable and make friends easily.

No allergies

No special diet

I am a cheerful, polite, friendly, empathetic person who is committed to my work. I consider myself someone who finds it easy to relate to others and to function in different environments. I really enjoy playing basketball, as it allows me to work as part of a team and to maintain discipline and perseverance. I also greatly value the time I spend with my friends, as it helps me to maintain a balance between my responsibilities and my personal life. Regarding the exchange program, I am very excited about the opportunity to travel to another country. I am motivated by the possibility of meeting new people, discovering different cultures, and broadening my worldview. I believe that this experience will not only enrich my personal development, but also allow me to acquire skills and experiences that will be fundamental to my academic and professional future.

No

I read a lot, mostly romance,and I absolutely love music. Sadly I can't really play any instruments but I always have music in my headphones. I listen to every music genres but my favorite is kpop ( korean music ).I love watching the music videos and learn the dances in my room. I often go to concerts, my two biggest upcoming concerts are Stray kids ( kpop group) and Lady Gaga ( I love her ). I also like travelling. Thanks to my parents I can travel around the world and discover beautiful places ( and learn new languages ). And I often write poems, it's my favorite way to deal with emotions and play with words. These poems often talks about love, friendship and life.

Lactose intolerant

No special diet

I would say I'm quite a reserved person, and i'm also honest. I usually laugh a lot when I'm around Friends, and I always feel loyal to them. This is not to praise myself but I would say I can give good advice and be there for the ones I care about. I love reading and listening to music, mostly doing both at the same time. I can read anything, but my heart belongs to romance books. I always have music in my mind or headphones, and I listen to a lot of kpop ( korean music ). It's been few years since I became a fan of this genre and I usually go to their concerts ( when they come in Europe). But I also listen to many pop artists, my favorite is Lady Gaga. I love travelling too, it's always nice to discover new places and learn more about the culture. The first goal, while doing this exchange is to improve my english, or rather perfect it. I also think this could be a great expérience to open myself more to people and go over the shyness. It is also a dream i've had for few years.

No

My favorite sport is by far Basketball but I love sports in general I love to play the piano and sing. I used to play the violin. I enjoy being with my friends, to go shopping, to watch movies or to sing and dance. I like a lot to read books, listen to the music, and of course I love to travel and visit new places.

No allergies

No special diet

I think of myself as an energetic, passionate and empathic person. My parents would say that I'm unorganised, but I think I have my personal kind of organisation. I have many interests in sports and arts. The most important to me is Basketball that love to play and watch. I love to play the piano; it helps me to relax. I also like to draw. I enjoy traveling a lot to discover new places and meet people. I need some time alone but I love being with my family and friends doing activities or just hanging out. I have goals that I want to achieve and one of them is to work as a lawyer in the US. My first step will be to discover what is it to be a teenager and a student in your country. That's why I'm very excited to live this experience and I hope to mingle both in your family and the highschool to make there my second home.

No

I like sports, I practice voleyball in the school team, I play tenis and I ride horses. Last year I did athletics at my local club and I really enjoyed it, but with volleyball matches I haven't been able to continue this year. I have a good group of friends from school and we spend a lot of time together at someone's house.I also like to cook and above all I like to prepare gluten-free cakes and cookies, since I am celiac. Also I like spending time with my family, going shopping and traveling with them. And I like going to a summer camp every year.

No allergies

Celiac disease: intolerance to wheat,barley, rye and oats

I’m a friendly and respectful person who enjoys meeting new people and learning about other cultures. My hobbies include doing sports, listening to music, watching movies, and spending time with friends. I’m excited to improve my English and experience life with a new family. I’m very grateful for this opportunity and ready to learn and grow.

Region Northeast, Dietary request - Gluten-free

I like practice and watch sports

No allergies

No special diet

I'm a cheerful, friendly, and fun-loving guy, as well as responsible, hardworking, and committed. I enjoy playing sports, especially roller hockey and soccer; I also like cycling, going to the gym, and skiing. I like writing poetry and stories. But above all, I love hanging out with my friends and spending time with my family. With this exchange program, I hope to have a great experience, meet new people, and improve my language skills.

State request: CO - Colorado

Snowboarding, badminton, drawing, horseback riding, cooking & baking, meeting friends, travelling

No allergies

vegetarian

I am a fifteen year old teenager and go to a school called "Inntal-Gymnasium" in Raubling, Bavaria. I live in a small town called Brannenburg that is very close to the border to Austria, right next to the alps. My hobbies are playing badminton with my best friend Nora, taking my dog for a walk, snowboarding, meeting my friends, shopping, drawing and baking. I am a very funny person and love being around my family. I love to discover different countries and cultures. It is not hard for me to meet new people and connect to them. My friends are a quite important part of my life. I keep studying to be a good student at school. I am looking forward to being a part of my new host familiy, meeting new people, learning about the American way of life, getting to know what school is like in the US and making friends for life.

State request: TX - Texas, State request: CO - Colorado, Welcome Camp (NYC)

As sports, I play volleyball twice a week and tennis once a week, and love both. I do also really like painting, ceramic and arts in general. I actually go to art classes every week. When I am bored, something that entertains me and love is cooking. I do really like going to the beach, shopping, doing some fun activity and spending time with my friends and family.

I am allergic to walnuts, pistachio and cashew.

No special diet

I would describe myself as a joyful person. I believe to be a good friend, like to be generous, and I care for the others. I love to learn new things, like team sports: I play voleyball and tennis. I also like arts and crafts, cooking, reading, shopping... During this experience I'm looking forward to be open to new things, learn about a new culture, meeting new people, and have an amazing time. I intend to be part of an american family , not just to receive, but to share my personality and have a great year all together.

Region Warm Weather States

My Hobby is horseriding, snowboarding, Meeting Friends, watching Movies

No allergies

No special diet

I would describe myself as a friendly, caring, and responsible person. In my free time, I enjoy horse riding and spending time with my dog. I also like spending time with my friends and family, as they are very important to me. I am really looking forward to living with a host family, improving my English, and experiencing everyday life in a new country. I am excited to learn about new traditions and cultures.

State request: TX - Texas, State request: GA - Georgia, State request: IL - Illinois

I enjoy doing sports especially playing volleyball with my team, go windsurfing with my family during the summer and spring vacation, gymnastics and skiing in winter. Aditionally I like drawing and taking photos. In my gymnastics club I love training younger children and teaching them new skills. I really love pets, in particular dogs. I enjoy travelling and discovering new places.

No allergies

No special diet

I am a 15-year-old girl living in Bavaria near Munich. I would describe myself as a friendly, open-minded and reliable person. I am quite determined and passionate about the things I love. I also see myself as self-reliant and adventurous. Sports play a huge role in my life. I love doing sports especially playing volleyball in my team twice to three times a week and sometimes compete in matches on weekends. I am really looking forward to experiencing the American high school spirit and trying different sports after school. I really hope to continue playing volleyball during my exchange year. In the summer I love windsurfing with my family and in the winter, I enjoy alpine skiing. After school I also love spending time with my friends. We enjoy cooking, baking, ice skating or watching volleyball games together. When I have some quiet time, I like to be creative, especially through drawing. I value my family life very much. My family consists of my mom, dad, sister and twin brother. We often play board games or do outdoor activities together like skiing or windsurfing. I am really looking forward to becoming a part of my host family and spend time with them in a similar way. It is very important to me to experience the American culture. Likewise, I would love to share some of the German culture and traditions with them, as I believe that learning from each other is what makes an exchange year so special.

Region West

I really love playing basketball, and I play on my school team. I also enjoy playing football with my friends. I like riding my bike and practicing padel, canoeing, golf, surfing, horse riding, American football, and many other sports. I really love sports! I also like watching sports, visiting new countries, traveling, and discovering new cultures. I enjoy spending time with my friends and doing many fun things with them.

No allergies

No special diet

My name is Emile, and I would describe myself as a friendly and curious person who likes to get along well with others. I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, and I also like taking the initiative to organize plans, like going out or doing something fun together. I like planning things and also enjoying simple moments, like just talking or hanging out. I play sports like basketball and soccer, and I love listening to music. I am responsible, and I try to help others when I can.

No

Light cat allergy

No special diet

I would describe myself as a really friendly, honest, caring , funny and open minded person. Although I can be a little shy at first I love meeting new people. I find it exciting to connect with others, build new friendships and learn something new every time. My family and friends are a huge part of who I am and my biggest support and inspiration. In my free time I love meeting up with my friends. We love to cook and bake, go to the movies, play board games, do crafting stuff or just be together and talk. I also love being together with my sister and cousins although they all are younger than me, I always enjoy being around them. My family is really big so I’m never truly bored. I am also a really active person and love doing sports such as tennis, volleyball, Pilates, skiing and going to the gym. I am not the kind of person who needs a lot of time alone, however I really enjoy reading and listening to music when I get some. As long as I remember, going to the United States has been my biggest wish and dream and I’m mostly looking forward to experiencing the typical high school experience, learning a new culture and improving my English skills.

Region Southeast, Welcome Camp (NYC)

Basketball, boxing, dancing, hockey, sports in general... Reading, painting, watching movies/series, playing board games, going out with friends, cooking, and hiking.

No allergies

No special diet

I’m a creative girl with a lot of imagination. I’m sociable, I like to meet new people. I’m kind and generous, butI’m also a little nervous. I ‘m very sporty, I play basketball, practice regional dance, ‘ve done boxing and also hockey and I love to skate. I love to read, whatch Tv, hang out with my friends and play table games with friends and family. I’m looking forward to see what I’m capable lf, I mean, I want to prove myself that I cando everything don anything I propose to myself, even if it is hard.

No

Sports, listening music , Ski , travelling , hanging out with my friends , spend time with my family , cooking , fashion and make up

No allergies

No special diet

I'm a girl who loves to laugh and have fun. I'm generous and I like to share things with people. I'm not shy and I talk a lot. I really enjoy spending time with my family and loved ones, sports, fashion, and animals.

No

I really like to do sports. I have played many different sports for many years. I started playing soccer when I was five years old. I also enjoy playing tennis, golf, basketball, floorball and going to the gym. I like to spend time outdoors, in the summer I hang out with my friends and go to my family´s summer house and do fishing, boating and swimming. I often take long walks with my brother and my lovely dog in the woods nearby my home. I enjoy cooking and spending time with my family. As a family we all love travelling and we have been traveling to many different countries in Europe and to USA. I really like to get to know new people and their culture and how they live. I am looking forward to start my exchange year, get to know my new host family, friends and to improve my English skills.

No allergies

No special diet

Hi, my name is Filip and will be soon turning 17 years. I am social, friendly, positive and sporty young man who is really looking forward to this new experience to explore your country this year. I am flexible, trust worthy and open-minded person who gets along easily with people. I enjoy playing and watching different sports and I am looking forward to play and watch your local sports while my exchange year. I am really eager to get to know my host family and friends and to improve my english. I like spending time with the family and friends and do cooking and learn new recipes with you. I often take my dog to long walks in the forest.

State request: VA - Virginia, State request: TN - Tennessee, State request: NC - North Carolina

No allergies

No special diet

I think I am a very sociable person that adapts smoothly to new situations. I am also an active boy and I love all kind of sports but my number one hobbie is riding my BMX (type of bicycle). I'm really looking forward to knowing more about the US culture from inside. I'm also excited about studying in a high school. And above all, making new friends.

No

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

What I like the most in my free time is doing sports. My favorite is playing football. I’m in a team in Boadilla, at the EFMO Football School. Every day I play with my friends in the school yard, and three times a week I go to train with my team. On the weekend, we have a match, and I play as a central midfielder. I’m also a big fan of Atlético de Madrid. I asked my mom to make me a club member because I love going to the stadium to watch games. I go with my dad or my grandpa when we get invited. When Atlético plays on TV, my grandpa always comes over and we watch it together—me, my dad, and my grandpa. I also really like tennis. I take lessons with my sister and I love beating her. I play with my dad on weekends too. In winter, the best thing ever is skiing. I love skiing in the snow, racing with my friends and my parents. We usually go at least once a year, and I always sign up for the school ski trip. I like it a lot because they put me in the highest level and we go down all the slopes. Hanging out with my friends is also awesome. We ride bikes or scooters around Boadilla and Majadahonda, just talking and laughing a lot. Being with them is the best. And of course, video games! I play football games. I like beating them, leveling up, and playing together.

No allergies

No special diet

I am a very cheerful person, I’m always happy, and I love being with my family—my parents, my sister, my grandparents, my uncles, aunts, and cousins. I love sports, especially football. I play every day with my friends and at the club I belong to. I really enjoy traveling, just like my mother. Every year we take a family trip together, and it’s always so much fun to try the food of the countries I visit! I’m always with my friends, playing and having fun. I would love to go to the United States to learn about the culture, language, make new friends, and live life there.

Early Placement Request, Welcome Camp (NYC)

No allergies

No special diet

I think I'm a kind and self-confident person. In my freetime, I love to dance, hang Out with friends and cook or bake with my family. During my year abroad, I am most looking forward to getting to know a whole new culture, making new friends, and finding a second Family in the USA.

Region Southeast

Read skiing Roller-Skating Voleyball Discober knew places Have fun with my friends Ice-skating Dance

polen

No special diet

I am a very cheerfull and sociable person, although I am also sensitive. In my free time I enjoy watching movies or series, reading, listening to music or talking to my friends. I am also a responsible and empathetic. What I am looking forward to achieve is to make new friends, experience daily life in other country, becoming part of a new family and create new memories.

Single Room Request, Region Northeast

No allergies

No special diet

I consider myself very responsible and respectful. I'm an easy going and cheerful person, I like to laugh and make jokes. At home, I am used to help when is needed, and I always try to do my best. I am a very active, I like to do all types of activities in and out home. People that know me say I am funny without even trying. I like to spend time with my family, we use to go out for lunch/dinner once a week. What I like the most is to travel with them and seeing new places I only saw in films. Also I like to go out with my friends. I enjoy a lot playing basketball, I train 3 times a week and play matches once a week. What I look forward with this exchange is to know new people, make new friends, learning the local culture, and improve my independency by living abroad without my family.

No

My name is Jaime and I like many hobbies. I really like doing sports like football, golf, or horse riding. Skiing is one of my favourite sports but I can only ski in winter. I also like cooking very much and my speciality is cheesecake with Lotus flavour. I enjoy spending time with my family doing sports, going to the cinema or travelling. I also like making plans with my friends on Fridays afternoon. We meet to have snacks, go for walks or play padel or football.I love listening to music. One of my favourite singers is Ed Sheeran and I was lucky to go to his concert with my parents, which I really loved. I like animals a lot, my favourite animal is dogs but at home they don’t let me have one and I would love to have one.

No allergies

No special diet

My name is Jaime, I am 14 years old. I want to tell you a little bit about me. I am a funny and very active boy. I like to play a lot and I am always full of energy. I love to be with my family and friends because they are very important to me. I am very friendly and kind. I care a lot about other people and I always try to help them if they have problems. I defend my friends when they need me because I think it is very important to be fair and to do what is right. I am also smart. I like to have good conversations and I enjoy school, especially science subjects. My favorite are physics and math because I like to understand how things work. I like sports a lot and I am always ready to play any game. I usually play football, golf, and I ride horses. When it is snow season, I go skiing, usually two times, one with my family and another trip with my school. Sometimes, I also play tennis, padel, or basketball. I like reading funny books, but I read more some times of the year and less at other times. Music is very important for me too. I have played the violin since I was little, and now I am trying to learn piano with online apps. Cooking is fun, and I especially like to make cheesecake. I usually take it when we go to eat at someone’s house as a dessert. I love family trips to new places. I enjoy doing plans outside with my family or friends, going to the cinema, or watching nice shows in the theater. I also like going to music concerts and watch football matches. My favorite team is Barça! We don’t have pets at home because my parents don’t allow it, but I love animals and I really want to have a dog one day. Next year, I want to study in the USA because I really want to know the culture better and live like people there. I am excited to meet and live with the host family because I think it will be a great chance to make new friends and learn how they live every day. I want to share my culture with them too and have fun together. I believe this experience will help me grow and understand the world better. That’s a little about me. I hope you like to know me!

Early Placement Request

My favorite hobbies are playing sports, alone or with my friends. I practice athletics, at club de atletismo Pozuelo. I also like spending time with them. I like traveling and exploring new places. In my free time, I also like playing board games with my family. In short, I like to do many things when I have time.

No allergies

No special diet

I consider myself a positive, happy and curious person. I like learning new things and meeting people from different cultures. I am responsible and I always try to do my best in everything I do. My friends say I am friendly and creative, and I enjoy working in teams. I believe these qualities will help me adapt well and make the most of the exchange experience.I enjoy playing sports, traveling, and spending time with my family and friends. What I'm most excited about for my exchange program is having a new experience, trying out another culture, and meeting lots of new people.

No

One of my hobbies is dancing. I’ve been dancing since I was three years old, and this year I dance three times a week. I also love going to the cinema or watching films and series at home. I enjoy shopping and going to thrift stores. I like spending time with my friends, but I also enjoy staying at home and relaxing. I really love listening to music — my taste is very varied. I like taking photos and videos of almost everything to keep memories. I love my cat. Sometimes I like playing video games, or doing calm activities like coloring, building Lego, or making puzzles.

No allergies

No special diet

I’m generally a calm person, but sometimes I can be energetic. I’m friendly, fun and kind. I am an open-minded person. My hobbies are dance, watching movies and series, I love to go shopping, to go out with my friends. I love listening to music and to go to the cinema/restaurant. During my exchange year, I want to live an amazing experience, meet new people, see new places, and especially learn English. Since I was 12 years old, going to the United States has been one of my biggest dreams because I love this country — the way people are, their traditions, and their passion for celebrations,…

No

I’m really into basketball — I play in two local teams and train several times a week, between an hour and a half to three hours depending on the day. On weekends, I usually have between one and three matches. I used to play tennis too and was part of a local club, but now with basketball I don’t have that much time. Sometimes I also play paddle tennis just for fun. I like playing video games on my Xbox, especially with friends. I often hang out with my friends to have a snack or play some sports. In summer, we usually go to the pool together. Music is also a big part of my daily life. I always have something playing.

I have seasonal allergies to grass pollen and olive tree pollen.

No special diet

I think I'm a good person. I like to talk a lot, although I'm a little shy at first. I loved sports since I was little. I've played soccer, tennis, and basketball. Basketball is my favorite, and I play on a team in the town where I live. In sports and other activities, I'm quite competitive, even in the smallest things. I like spending time with my friends, going to the movies, playing video games, or just hanging out and laughing at silly stuff. I also like listening to music; my favorite is rock music. I´m looking forward to improve my English, my vocabulary and my fluency, I'm curious about how people live in other countries, and I’d love to see what life is like in an American family. I think it would be super interesting and fun.

No

dancing, piano, scouts, painting

No allergies

No special diet

I'm a 15 year old teenager going to a college-preparatory high school in switzerland with many interests and curiosity. I'm especially interested in arts, painting, drawing, learning new languages and social activities like scouting and dancing. I like to spend time with my friends and meet new people. I'm looking forward to imporve my english in an immersive way and experience to go to a school in a different country.

Activity / Class Request Spanish

I really love travelling, I’m passionate about discovering new countries, new cultures, new languages, new landscapes… I love music, I don’t play any instrument but I love listening to music, every type of music, every artists, I think it’s a great way to connect with people. I also love reading, I think it’s a great way to improve your imagination and your language skills as I also read in English. I really like pets, especially my 2 kitten, Winnie and Leya, 2 adorable British short hair. I love meeting new people even though I have a strong bond with my 2 best friends who I know since my first year at kids school. I love testing new activities, for exemple, I tried tennis this summer and really enjoyed it whereas I thought I wouldn’t like it. I love doing diy activities, such as pearl bracelets, fashion/souvenirs gluing in my dedicated notebook.

No allergies

No special diet

My name is Juliette, I am curious, I am interested in a lot of different things, I love learning new things, in a lot of different fields. I am joyful and kind but pretty shy at first. Once I know the person I am with I become pretty fun, I love joking about everything but I am serious when necessary. I am patient and I love my family, my friends, kids and animals. My hobbies are dancing, reading, listening to music, hiking, skiing and watching movies and series (especially romcoms and friends !!). I am really interesting in hand making stuffs, like bracelets and journaling, and I absolutely love travelling. On exchange what I am looking forward to, the most, is developing new relationships and friendships, with people who have a different mindset than in France.

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 practice track and field two times a week; I'm a sprinter and i do hurdles, relay, high jump and when I don't have the choice I do also long jump. I also like to play volleyball. I used to do gymnastics, so i'm quite supple. Other than sports, I like reading books, specifically new romance. I also like to crochet and watch romcom movies when I have time. Cooking and baking are also one of my favorite things to do, I learned basically all I know from my grandma.

No allergies

No special diet

I would describe myself as a very sarcastic person. I easily make fun of the people I love but never in a bad way. I have traveled quite a lot since I was a little girl and I always love to discover new cultures, foods, people and traditions. I'm usually a little shy at first but as soon as i become comfortable it completely goes away. I would say that I'm a summer girl, but honestly I enjoy every seasons, I'm just not a fan of windy and rainy weather. In my free time I usually just watch movies, read books, crochet or I bake for my family. I would also say that I'm a sporty girl because I've always done a lot of sport since I was little. I have done judo, swimming, dance, triathlon, sailing, gymnastics and I'm currently doing track and fields. During my exchange year I hope I'll discover as much as I can of the american culture, like the traditions, the sports, the food, etc. I also hope I'll make great friends there and that I'll get along well with my host family and that they will include me in their activities and stuff. It would be a huge plus if I can travel a little bit to see more of the USA but I know that it's not possible for everyone to do that and I'm completely ok with it. I have always dreamed about being a cheerleader one day so it would really be amazing if I could do it but again if not I would not be disapppointed.

Early School Start Date, Welcome Camp (NYC)

I like playing soccer and all kind of board sports, like snowboarding.I also like to hike in the mountains with my friends and family.

No allergies

No special diet

I am a very open minded person with a very relaxed personality, I love to meet different people and cultures. My main hobbies are Soccer, hang out with my friends and playing videos games. I am really looking forward to this new experience were I will be able to meet new people with a different culture and I can share mine.

No

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

I really like playing tennis since I was little. I play tennis once a week. I also play the guitar in my free time. I love cook with my mother . When I was little, I danced and I loved it! I have a dog and I love going for walks with him in my village. Sometimes I go karting with my father and my brother. I am the worst but I love it! I often go to the city with my friends. We go shopping or we go to the cinema. During my weekends I often work at my student job to be able to buy what I want! I made lots of friends over there.

No allergies

No special diet

I am a calm, social and independent person. I can be shy at first but it’s just time to adapt. I am very smiling! I really like to enjoy the present moment with people. Sport is very important for me. I really like going running or walking in the evening (I run very slowly! ) but I love it. I really like taking care of my dog, I often go for a walk in the village. I want to do this year of exchange to improve my English but especially to discover the culture!

Early School Start Date

I like sports, I play Volleyball and padel. I like music, go concerts, read books, cook (especially making cookies)

No allergies

No special diet

I would say I’m a fun and very energetic person. At first I can be a little shy, but once I feel comfortable I love making plans, going out, and being with people. I like traveling, shopping, trying new foods, and hanging out with my friends. I also love little kids. Even though I love going out, I also enjoy staying at home, watching a series, or just doing something chill with my family. I think I’m responsible and easy to get along with. In my free time I play volleyball and padel, and I like staying active. What I’m most excited about for my exchange year is seeing new places and having a totally new life for a year. I can’t wait to make new friends, create new connections, and see what their daily life is like. I just want to learn a lot, grow, and really enjoy this experience with my future host family.

State request: NC - North Carolina

Cheerleading and Gymnastiks

Hazelnuts - no special diet needed (she will just not eat nuts)

No special diet

I would describe myself as a friendly, open minded and sporty person. I love cheerleading and gymnastics, and I enjoy spending my free time with my friends and being active. I am really looking forward to getting to know another country, especially American culture and the American way of life. During my exchange, I hope to improve my English and also grow personally by trying new things and challenging myself. I would like to become part of a cheerleading team and get to know american cheerleading better.

Single Room Request, State request: VA - Virginia, Activity Request: Cheerleading, State request: NC - North Carolina

A few months ago I started to go to the Gym. I really like to exercise and do teamsports. Some years I attended a Showdance group but I stopped last sommer because there wasn't a group for my age anymore. I'm also very interested in participating in an acting class.

No allergies

No special diet

I am a very open-minded person and love meeting new people. I would describe myself as very empathetic. I love to take care of kids. Something I need to work on is to stop putting unnecessary pressure on myself. In the past I had been going for about ten years to Ballet classes and four years of Show dance. Unfortunetly I couldn't continue wich that because there aren't classes for my age available. For that I started with the Gym wich I still really enjoy. I I also love to travel because I'm really interested in learning about new cultures. Living abroad has always been a big dream for me. I'm loôking forward the most to meet new people and get to know dayli life in America, because it will be completly diffrent.

Single Room Request, Region Warm Weather States, Welcome Camp (NYC)

I really like sports. I have done many different sports before. Now, I play football and volleyball in a club. I also go swimming, and I have already done table tennis, judo, and badminton. I love taking care of my animals and going for walks with them. I also like going out with my friends, doing activities, and organizing events. I am learning to play the piano, just a little bit for now. I also take part in several volunteer and solidarity projects. For example, I am part of a humanitarian project in Madagascar. We help children and organize activities with local associations. Helping others and discovering new environments are things that truly matter to me.

No allergies

No special diet

I would describe myself as a friendly, open-minded, and curious person. I enjoy meeting new people, discovering different cultures, and trying new things. My friends say that I am positive, adaptable, and easy to get along with. My hobbies and interests: I really enjoy sports and I love discovering new ones. What I’m looking forward to the most: I’m excited to live an unforgettable experience that will change my life. I can’t wait to discover a new culture, meet new people, and improve my English to reach a very good level.

No

My biggest hobbies are team sports, motorsports, and spending time with friends. I also enjoy listening to music. Field hockey, soccer, skiing, and basketball are a lot of fun for me because they keep me fit and allow me to have fun with others. I'm also a big fan of Formula 1 and FC Bayern Munich, and I like to meet up with friends to watch races or games, relax, chat and sometimes play Xbox together. I love going to sporting events at the stadium.

No allergies

No special diet

My friends describe me as friendly and funny. I'm very open to meeting new people and experiencing new things. I enjoy playing sports, especially soccer and field hockey, and sometimes basketball. I'm also interested in motorsports and video games. I'm really looking forward to my year in the USA. I want to experience high school life and see more of the country. I've already seen how beautiful and diverse it is and how friendly the people are during my vacation. I'm excited to experience this not just as a tourist, but as a student with an American family at high school.

Welcome Camp (NYC)

Basketball Soccer Play PS5

Mild dust mite allergy

No special diet

I'm a cheerful, social, active, and quite organized guy. I can also be a bit stubborn when I want to achieve something, but that helps me not to give up easily. I enjoy being around people, talking, making friends, and learning new things. My main hobby is basketball, which I practice with a lot of enthusiasm. I also love soccer, even though I don't play on a team, but I'm a hugh FC Barcelona fan and never miss a match. I like almost all kinds of music and change styles depending on the moment. I also enjoy some TV series, and my favorite is Game of Thrones. What excites me most about going to the United States is getting to know the culture, talking to new people, making friends, and experiencing something different. I want to make the most of this opportunity.

No

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

I love playing tennis. I play tennis 3 days a week and I have championhips on the weekends. I also love other sports, like skiing, I like fishing, but i only practice it during summer. I also like to play videogames on my PC. I do like to spend time friends or even with my parents. I enjoy watching sports like soccer and tennis.

No allergies

No special diet

I am a very open and sociable person and I enjoy interacting with both children my age and older people. Since I was little, I was taught that order is important in life, and I always participate in all the household and garden tasks. I am also organized with my own things. I love sports in general. I play tennis, soccer, ski, basketball, water sports, padel, etc. I listen to all kinds of music, but my favorite singers are ColdPlay and Taylor Swift. I am an open-minded person and I am very excited about going to the USA to step out of my comfort zone, experience meeting people from other countries, live with another family with different customs, and learn other languages.

Activity Request: Skiing

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 enjoy trying out new recipes. I also like reading, listening to music, going shopping (even if I don’t always buy anything), and spending time with friends. I like staying active and sometimes challenge myself with little fitness routines.

No allergies

No special diet

I would describe myself as a friendly and open-minded person with a bubbly personality. At the same time, I can also be calm and quiet, especially when I am listening or reflecting. I am very motivated when it comes to my goals, and once I decide to achieve something, I work hard and stay committed — whether that is for school or for my personal interests. One of my biggest hobbies is reading. Because my days are often busy, I recently started waking up earlier just to read in the morning before school, which my mum often laughs about. I also enjoy playing badminton. I played it a few years ago and recently joined a new club, and I really enjoy going to training and being active again. What I am most looking forward to about going on exchange is meeting new people, finding friends, and becoming part of a host family. I am excited to learn about a new culture and experience everyday life in a completely different environment.

Single Room Request, State request: VA - Virginia, Welcome Camp (NYC)

No allergies

No special diet

I am calm and very sociable. I like going out with my friends, but I also really enjoy the tranquility of being at home and engaging in one of my hobbies, which are playing video games, cooking, and watching movies. I am quite responsible, and my family always says that I am very empathetic. I am always willing to try new things. I am very excited to start my exchange year in the United States, and I am ready to adapt to any circumstance and make the most of the experience.

No

I practice voleyball, I´m in a team called CLUB VOLEYBOL GETAFE, too I love skiing.I practice it mostly of the winters and I like too mach the tecnology and the biology,chimestry and math too. I love the kids and I´m too sociable.

No allergies

No special diet

I'm kind, sincere, and I help others if they're not feeling well. I enjoy cooking and helping with housework and taking care of young children. I play volleyball at a club in Getafe, and I ski, but more as a hobby and only in winter. I also go to the gym with my brother and father, usually 4 or 5 days a week. What excites me most about the exchange year is learning about a new culture and improving my English.

No

Grasses; olive; aspergillus

No special diet

I'm a calm person who enjoys sports and physical activity. I also enjoy learning new languages, people, and other cultures. I really enjoy horse riding and winter sports like ice skating and skiing. I really enjoy watching soccer and Formula 1.

No

My main hobbies are playing golf, reading, hang out with friends, skiing and traveling. I am interested on sciences, especially physics and biology. I enjoy playing the piano and listening to music.

No allergies

No special diet

I’m a very energetic and cheerful person who loves to enjoy life to the fullest. I’m always on the move, curious, and open to new experiences. My personality is vibrant and positive, and I love connecting with people and making the most of every moment. In my free time, I enjoy playing golf, reading, painting, and playing the piano. These hobbies help me to relax, express myself creatively, and stay focused. Whether I’m out on the golf course or lost in a good book, I always find joy in learning and growing. I have a deep passion for activities that allow me to express myself and stay active. Golf is one of my favorite sports not just for the competitions and the trophies, but also for the calm and focus it brings me. I love spending time outdoors and more when I'm with my friends. Reading is another big part of my life. I enjoy diving into stories that transport me to different worlds, expand my perspective, and spark my imagination. Books help me relax and transport me to other worlds where I would like to be. They are dreams come true that I can achieve by turning a few pages. Playing the piano is my creative escape. I love how music can convey emotions that words sometimes can't. Sitting at the piano lets me relax.It is a hobby that is both relaxing and stimulating. Painting is my way of capturing moments, moods, and ideas visually. I enjoy experimenting with colors and styles, and I find it incredibly rewarding to see my thoughts take shape on canvas or just a piece of paper. It’s a hobby that keeps me curious and expressive. What excites me most about going on exchange is the opportunity to immerse myself in a new culture, meet people from different backgrounds, and challenge myself in unfamiliar environments. I’m looking forward to expanding my worldview, making lifelong memories, and sharing my own culture while learning from others.

Single Room Request, State request: VA - Virginia, Activity Request: Golf, Welcome Camp (NYC)

I like playing volleybol, dancing and cooking.

No allergies

No special diet

I consider myself a very cheerful, fun person. I love to laugh and be happy. I am very affectionate and family-oriented, and I would love to go on an exchange program, not only to learn English, but also to experience living a year away from my parents, with another family, trying to be independent, and above all because I want to see other places.

Region Southeast

One of the things that I like best is playing soccer. I like playing tennis aswell, watching horror and romantic movies, playing videogames and reading teenage romance books. I enjoy a lot spending time with animals like dogs or horses and I like hanging out with my friends. Another thing that I love to do is traveling with my family, my parents and sisters and also with my aunt, uncle and cousins. I enjoy surfing when I go to the beach with my cousins. I also love listening music of artists like The Weekend or Billie Eilish.

No allergies

No special diet

I see myself as a normal 14-15 year old girl. I am a little bit shy but I am a cheerful person. At first I am really shy, but when I get confident I am very funny. I enjoy spending time with my friends, and we always have a lot of fun together. When we go out we usually hang out around the town or go to the cinema. I love playing soccer, and I am with my best friends in one of the teams of my hometown. I have lot of fun playing soccer but I also like working as a part of a team. I also like playing tennis, and surfing when i go to the beach. Another thing that I like best is visiting other countries and different regions in my country.

Single Room Request

Pollen Allergy

No special diet

I am a very creativ, empathetic and talkactive person. I love to have conversations with people about art, fashion, feelings and thoughts. I love listening to any kind of music, because it hepls me relax and reflect my day. I love to express myself through fashion, make up, art of any kind. On of my most favourite thing to do is read. I love to learn new words and new stories through readind. I often describe myself as open, friendly and confident. Sometimes I am a bit caotic, but that is often a part of learning, creating and understanding. I love to learn new things. For example history of women and stories about famous fashion designers. On of my favourite activity to do is going into the cinema. I absolutely love movies. They are a big part pf my life. I am looking forward to meet new friends, to speak englisch, to get to know new traditions and to get out of my comfort zone.

State request: VA - Virginia, State request: TN - Tennessee, State request: NC - North Carolina, Welcome Camp (NYC)

I am very passionate about debate, I really like talking to people therefore I consider my self as a very outgoing and extrovertive person. I also love makeup and skincare, I spend a lot of time researching products and watching youtube makeup tutorials. Another thing I like since very little is the american culture. I have always dreamed about going to a american highschool and having a "dream live" as shown in movies. I enjoy a lot hanging out with my friends and making plans as going to the cinema, shoping or maybe just going on a walk with them.

No allergies

No special diet

I WOULD DESCRIBE MYSELF AS AN OUTGOING, EXTROVERTED, HAPPY, CREATIVE AND LOVING PERSON. I ENJOY TALKING A LOT, ALTHOUGH AT FIRST I CAN BE A LITTLE SHY. I CONSIDER MY SELF A VERY LOYAL AND GOOD FRIEND. SOME OF MY HOBBIES ARE DEBATE, SKINCARE AND SELFCARE, SHOPPING AND HANGING OUT WITH MY FRIENDS ALSO I AM VERY INTERESTED IN SCIENCE. WITH THIS EXPERIENCE I AM LOOKING TO ACHIVE A BETTER LEVEL OF ENGLISH, TALKING IN A MORE FLUENT WAY AND BECOMING MORE INDEPENDENT AND RESPONSABLE

Early Placement Request

No allergies

No special diet

Social, Sports especially Soccer, I want to explore the life in another country, I try to learn new healthy habits and use thus as a starting point, I want to see different parts of the country, take part in other sports, play soccer in a different country

Region Warm Weather States

-listening to music -baking -going to church -hanging out with friends -visit family -sports -eating out with friends -shopping

It is not really an allergy but I have a very sensitive skin( I have to be carefull with skincare products, shower gels,...).

I don't really eat meat ( except chicken and sometimes other exceptions) and most fish

Hello, I’m Maya! I’m 17 (almost 18) and I love being surrounded by family and friends. People often describe me as social, enthusiastic, and caring. In my free time, I enjoy baking, playing sports, traveling, and spending time outdoors in the sunshine. I also love going to church, sushi, fresh fruit—and sharing meals with others. I’m very excited to go on exchange in the U.S.! I have been working for two years to be able to pay for it. I can’t wait to experience American culture, improve my English, and build friendships. Most of all, I’m looking forward to becoming part of a new family, making memories together, and sharing my own adventures and traditions.

Early School Start Date

Playing basketball/sports, staying active, listening to music, playing the piano/bass guitar/singing, watching movies/TV shows, spending time with friends, traveling, painting/drawing, doing arts and crafts, cooking, fashion…

No allergies

No special diet

If you ask someone who sees me but doesn’t know me very well to describe me, they would probably say that I’m a sporty, energetic, responsible, and curious girl. If you ask someone who knows me a little better, they would probably also say that I’m talkative, creative, and self-demanding. If you ask me about myself, of course I would say that I’m all of those things. But I would also say that I’m a girl who experiences her emotions very intensely and who loves doing the things she is passionate about. I try so hard to do everything well that sometimes I even get frustrated with myself.I would also say that sometimes I enjoy being alone but dislike feeling lonely, although I have learned to handle it very well. I love being with people and getting to know them in different ways. And I would definitely say that I’m a girl who has learned that what other people think doesn’t matter as long as I am being myself. I have many hobbies and interests. One of my biggest passions is sports, especially basketball. Every time I play a sport, I feel a sense of freedom and I am completely focused on the present. I care about sports so much that sometimes it can be hard when things don’t go well, but sports have taught me to learn from my mistakes and focus on the next move. As I mentioned before, I'm also very creative. I enjoy activities such as drawing, painting, crafting, making my own jewelry, sewing clothes, and knitting small stuffed animals. Music is another one of my passions. I love everything about it. Music isn’t just sound, it’s a feeling. I enjoy both playing and listening to it. I am also interested in fashion, and I can spend hours in front of my closet choosing what to wear. Some of the things I am looking forward to are, of course, what many people mention: getting to know a new culture, improving my English, and stepping out of my comfort zone. But, what I am actually most excited about is feeling part of a family and sharing small moments together. I'm excited to learn not only about the culture, but also about how people actually live their daily lives, their routines, traditions, and small habits. I want to create real connections with people I have not met yet, but who are waiting for me and could become very important in my life. Being in a different environment, with new people and experiences, motivates me a lot.

Single Room Request, Early Placement Request, Welcome Camp (NYC)

No allergies

No special diet

In my self-assessment, I see myself as a determined individual with strong moral character. Family and religion are central to my life, guiding my actions and decisions. I am also a dedicated student, constantly seeking knowledge and deepening my understanding in my studies. My hobbies include playing basketball and listening to music, which both provide me great joy and relaxation. I am extremely excited about the upcoming exchange program as it presents a unique opportunity to immerse myself in a new culture. This experience will not only allow me to further develop my basketball skills but also help me make new friends. I am eager to learn from others, share my own experiences, and grow both personally and academically. This exchange is a step towards broadening my perspectives and enhancing my understanding of the world.

No

I've passionate about golf and competition since childhood. I also play basketball and genuinely enjoy staying active through sports.

No allergies

No special diet

I would describe myself as a kind and affectionate person who enjoys spending time with others. I am very active, and I really enjoy playing sports, especially because they help me stay healthy and meet new people. In my free time, I like trying new activities and challenging myself to improve. During my exchange, I am most looking forward to learning about the culture and understanding how daily life works in another country. I am excited for the chance to grow, make new friends, and experience something completely different from what I am used to.

Activity Request: Golf

soccer tennis table tennis meet friends

Moritz is sensitive to animal hair, but having a pet is still possible. We have a dog, and we used to have a cat. One pet would be totally fine for Moritz, but several pets could be a difficult. Moritz also has a sensitivity to grass and birch pollen.

No special diet

I´m an open and frindly boy, I like doing sports, playing soccer and sometimes just relaxing. I´m really looking forward to learning about culture in the USA, seeing the everyday life of my host family, meeting new poeple, and experiencing high school. I´m excitesd about different school system, new habits, and how things are done there.

No

Volleyball, tennis, singing, reading. I love pets

No allergies

No special diet

I`m open-minded, friendly, care about other people and sometimes even funny. I love animals, music and I am interested in all kinds of sports I play volleyball and tennis myself. I also go to church regularly and help there. An exchange year in America will let me get to know family life, culture, food and especially school life in America. I´m looking forward to it so much already!

Activity Request: Volleyball

- Playing the Piano - Singing - Dancing - Listen to music - Reading - Baking

No allergies

No special diet

If I had to describe myself in a few words, I would say I am kind, open-minded, reliable and supportive. I'm very sociable and I like being around people, but I also enjoy time for myself to listen to music, to sing or to draw a little bit and to regenerate. My hobbies are playing the piano, dancing and singing. At home I play the piano daily and I also sing very often. I am looking forward to meeting new people and getting to know the American culture and to speak English fluently.

Region North Central, Single Room Request, Region Northeast

Cat

No special diet

I’m a very open and outgoing person who enjoys meeting new people and talking to almost everyone. I like sharing ideas and learning from others, which helps me build good connections. I play handball and really enjoy spending time with my friends. I also love dancing and having fun with the people around me.

Single Room Request, Activity Request: French

Soccer, Fishing, Music

Noah is allergic to shellfish and sometimes reacts to pollen and house dust.

No special diet

I am a social and self confident person who can handle changes. I love to play soccer or playing the drums. I play soccer since I am 6 years old. I also make music since I am a little kid but I am playing the drums only for 2 years. I hope I can gain much experiences and find new friends.

Activity Request: Soccer

handball Athletics Danzig class (typical dances) Trumpet Reading Books

No allergies

No special diet

I am Odin Freese 15 years old and go to the 10th grade at the gymnasium Nordenham. I have 4 siblings. I have a great understanding gift and am very athletic. Do handball and athletics and like to go running. I used to swim professionally. I love to play games and try new things. I'm looking forward to getting to know a different lifestyle. And I hope to learn something from it. I do a lot with the family and like to travel with the camper.

Single Room Request, Activity Request: French

One of my favourite hobbies is playing basketball, I enjoy playing it and wtching on tv. I also love watching soccer, that is one of my favourites sports. I do also ski in winter. I love listening to music, I listen it all day, and I like almost all kind of music. I like watching movies so much, I´ve seen a lot and it´s one of my favourite hobbies. I like tryng different types of meals, but one of my favourite food is sushi. I travel a lot with my family.

Cats

No special diet

I think I am a kind and sociable guy, I am always open to try new things. I love playing basketball, listening to music like hip hop and rap, but I like almost all kind of music, and I also like to watch movies. I want to go in this exchange because I am sure it is a great experience and also because there in USA the basketball is very important, and a lot of the singers and movies that I like are from USA.

No

Football, Padel, Music, Movies and travel.

Whole nuts and whole white beans cause urticaria. I can eat trace amounts.

No special diet

I have brown hair and green eyes. I am responsible, sociable, extroverted, friendly, confident, cheerful and respectful. My hobbies are: Soccer, padle tennis, DJing, watching sports, travelling and eating. My interests are: learning history from diferent countrys, doing sports and meeting new people. I am looking forward to learn a new culture, speaking an excelent english after the exchange and beeing this year the best of my life.

No

I like sports: soccer, kickboxing, skiing, swimming. I like pets, especially dogs. I enjoy meeting up with friends. I like going for walks or hikes.

No allergies

No special diet

My name is Paul and I live in Berlin with my family. I have an older sister, she is 18 years old, and we also have a dog who I love taking for walks. I have many friends and enjoy spending time with them. I attend an Evangelical High School in Berlin called “Graues Kloster”. Sports are a big part of my life. I go to the gym regularly and soccer is my biggest passion. I played soccer in a club for nine years on different positions, and most recently as a goalkeeper. Almost every weekend I had matches or tournaments, and I have even played against German academies and also academies from Liverpool and Manchester United. I also enjoy watching soccer. I would describe myself as open-minded, respectful, responsible, friendly and determined, especially when I am interested in something. I don’t give up easily. At home, I like to help and support my family and good communication and respect are important to me. Besides soccer, I am also interested in music, traveling and learning about other cultures. I am very curious about American high school life, school sports, clubs, making new friends and trying classes that we don’t have in Germany. I am excited to meet new people, improve my English, become more independent and experience everyday life in a new environment. I also want to contribute something. I would like to share my culture and German traditions and at the same time stay open to new perspectives. I am looking forward to becoming a real part of a host family, spending time together, creating memories and hopefully building strong relationships during my exchange year.

State request: VA - Virginia, State request: CO - Colorado, State request: NC - North Carolina, Welcome Camp (NYC)

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

I play soccer and volleyball in a club in my hometown. Since approximately 10 years I play the violin. Also im a leader of 17 kids in a youth organisation. When im at home i like to sew and create new things. I really like to go out with my friends, when i dont have to do anything for school.

No allergies

No special diet

I am a condfident person, i can stand up for myself, but despite it I would describe myself as a respectful and kind person. I would say I am an extroverted person, because I gain energy when I spend time with people. I am a caring friend and sister. I have a lot of different interests and hobbies. I love to meet new people, do new things and get out of my comfort zone. This is also one of my main reasons why I want to do an exchange year. I want to prove myself that I can get alonge alone, I want to make new friends and see new places. At home I play soccer and volleyball in a a club near my hometown. I love that, to see my friends while doing something for my body. Also I am a member of a jouth organisation in my hometown, together we have much fun. We meet up one time every week, sometimes there are special events and two times a year we have a camp.

Region Northeast, Welcome Camp (NYC)

I have a few hobbies that I really enjoy in my free time. My biggest passion is Garde dancing. It keeps me active and fit. What I like most about it is the strong bond in the group, we help each other and work as a team. I also enjoy reading, especially when I want to relax. Reading helps me escape into different worlds. Most of the time, I read novels, but I also like crime stories. To relax, I also like watching series or movies. I really enjoy shows that are exciting and have lots of plot twists. Besides that, I like doing things with my friends or family like visiting new places or just spending time together. These hobbies make me happy and help me stay balanced in everyday life.

Aquagene urticaria

No special diet

I would describe myself as a friendly, reliable, and helpful person. I enjoy working with others and I am very cooperative and caring In my free time, I enjoy dancing, especially Gardetanz, and playing theatre, and both allow me to gain confidence. I also like spending time with my friends and doing free time activities like board Games, go to the cinema, Go Shopping, Go for a walk, read a Book, trying Cafés and reataurants, … . What I am looking forward to the most about going on exchange is becoming Part of everyday American life. Living with a host family, discovering American culture, and meeting new people excites me the most.

Single Room Request

Theatre is my biggest passion since fifth grade, when my school made a little show for Christmas and I was one of the main characters. It was like love at first sight. and I hope that it'll become my job in the future. Then there is singing and dancing. I've been dancing since young age, and I've been attending lessons for over ten years. I'm also in love with reading, I prefer sci-fi, distopian and mystery novels.

No allergies

No special diet

I get very exited about new things and I smile and talk a lot, espacially because I'm really curious when I get to know something new. I love to talk about myself, my past, my hopes for the future. I love attending drama class, singing and dancing, and I want to become an actress when I grow up. I also love music, I couldn't live without it, and I like ice-skating for fun. Another thing about me is that I love chill time, I love hanging out with friends and with my family, but also staying home, watching a film with a cover on my knees. I like cooking and I'm looking forward to trying all food typical from America, and I'm so exited about trying anything there. Most of all I look forward to building strong relationships with my host family and new friends.

Region Northeast

No allergies

No special diet

I describe myself as a warm, fun and positive person. I love playing tennis, golf and basketball. Sometimes I play football and padel with my friends. Also I go skiing in winter with family and friends. I like going karting and play videogames like Fortnite and Clash Royale. I want to insist on golf because I know that in the USA there are many beautiful and awesome courses.

Region Northeast

American Football, Surfing, Snowboarding

No allergies

No special diet

My name is Richard, and I would describe myself as funny, creative, polite, and always ready to help others. I enjoy playing American football, spending time with friends, and playing video games. I have a good sense of humor and enjoy being creative, but I also take school seriously and work hard to achieve good grades. I live with my parents and my older brother, and family is very important to me. What excites me the most about going on exchange is experiencing a new school system, learning about a different culture, becoming part of a welcoming host family, and improving my English to be accent free.

Region Southeast, Single Room Request, Activity Request: American Football

-play basketball -play other sports -be with my friends -read

No allergies

No special diet

I am an active, funny and happy person. I am very curious,creative and loving. I am sociable, I like talking and knowing about others. I like spending time with my family and friends. My hobbies are playing basketball, reading and in general doing sports. I want to get to know new people and know about their culture.

No

I am curious person since I was little and I love learning and discovering new things. Sports are a big part of my life, especially football. I’ve been playing since I was five years old and have competed on several teams. It’s a passion I share with my three younger siblings, and we enjoy training and competing together. I also play padel (sort of tennis), which is very popular in Spain, and I’m part of a competitive team. Besides that, I like other sports such as table tennis, basketball, golf and running, which I enjoy more as hobbies. I grew up in a big family, and spending time together is very important to me. I love making plans with my friends and family and sharing experiences. I also enjoy watching sport games, movies—comedies are my favorite—and playing board games with my siblings, cousins, and parents. I’ve had the chance to spend two summers with a family in a rural area of Ireland, and those experiences were amazing. They helped me grow and become more independent, and I believe they prepared me to take on this exciting challenge of living and studying in the USA for a year. Thank you for considering my application. I’m looking forward to learning, making new friends, and experiencing a new culture.

No allergies

No special diet

I consider myself a curious, cheerful, and sensitive person. I’m really passionate about sports, especially soccer. I enjoy spending time with my family and going to the movies—I love comedies—and I also like hanging out with my friends. I hope I can get to know and appreciate American culture, make great friends, and have an amazing experience with my host family. I’d also like them to learn about my culture, and I hope I can feel like part of their family—just like being at home.

No

My main hobbies are skiing, which I have been doing since I was four years old and am a member of a ski club, and basketball, which I have been playing for the same amount of time. Other hobbies include talking and going out with friends, watching movies, shopping, cooking...

No allergies

No special diet

I consider myself a funny, friendly and empathic person. I really like spending my time with my friend, doing sports, specially basketbal and skiing and also I love cooking. Some things that I'm looking on my exchange is to improve my english level, meetnew people and to be more responsible

Activity Request: Skiing

I enjoy sports, specially athletics. I would like to try new sports there. I also like reading, drawing and I love meeting friends and knowing new people.

No allergies

No special diet

I consider myself a social person, I love knowing new people and doing new friends. The thing I like about me is that I do a lot of jokes with friends and also I like to try to solve problems and that my friends come to me to have deep talks. I like any type of sports but not basketball. I like chemistry and physics. I love listening to music and sometimes I enjoy making cookies or guacamole. On my exchange I'm looking forward to make new friends, enjoy the experience and share cultures with my host family, try new sports and know the American way of life.

Single Room Request, Region Northeast

Swimming and diving, Enjoying free time with family and friends, Playing tennis, Doing crafts, Drawing, Shopping with friends, my mother and my sister,

At the moment, I don’t have any specific allergies. I am undergoing allergy tests to find out if there is anything that might cause a reaction. So far, nothing has shown up in the results. I can eat everything without any problem.

No special diet

I am a girl who is always smiling. People usually describe me as fun, sweet, funny, pleasant, and friendly. I see myself as enthusiastic when doing something and brave in certain situations. One of the things I like about myself is that I am almost always happy, and if I feel sad, I try not to stay that way. I know that sometimes it is necessary to be sad, but generally, I don’t like it. I have many hobbies: I like baking and cooking, I love meeting up and spending time with my friends, I usually swim, ski, and play tennis. I also enjoy painting, going shopping, and being with my dog. I like listening to music in English and watching series and movies on TV. I am very excited about going to the USA because it is a place very different from my country, and I want to meet new people and learn about their customs.

Early Placement Request, State request: MN - Minnesota

Watch series and chat with friends

No allergies

No special diet

From my perspective, I'm a generous person. I'm loving, empathetic, and friendly. When I do something wrong, I admit I was wrong. But like everyone else, I also have flaws. I'm capricious, sometimes a bit annoying, and quite shy. I really enjoy spending time with my family and friends. I like watching TV shows and movies, and I like cooking. I'd like to have the experience of going on an exchange year because I'd like to improve my English, grow as a person, and become more independent. As I've said before, I'm very shy, and with this experience, I'd like to be less shy. I'd also like to learn more about other cultures and traditions.

No

No allergies

No special diet

I'm always very shy at first, but later I'll be open. I am helpful and loving. I like to go horseback riding, babysit and draw. I am most looking forward to the time there and getting to know everything (culture, people...)

No

My hobbies are: Playing the flute, taking part in theater roles, reading, drawing, writing, playing basketball and I am interested in philosophy, politics and movies.

nickel allergy

No special diet

Dear host family, My name is Sophie :). I would describe myself as an outgoing and self-confident person. I love to laugh and I am very expressive. My flute is one of my favorite possessions, and I play it in our school's jazz and rock band. Pencil and paper are my constant companions, as I love to draw and write. Being on stage is one of my favorite things to do, so I really enjoy being part of our school's drama club. I am also very interested in reading; it always helps me when I need some time out from the real world, just like movies, which I love to watch. I play basketball as well, but more for fun. I just like to stay active and exercise. The same goes for hiking, which I love not only for the physical activity but especially for the nature you get to see—even though I am not a seasoned hiker. Additionally, I am interested in philosophy and history. I hope my exchange year will teach me not to be scared of new and unpredictable things, or of being away from school and perhaps missing out on something there. I hope to learn more about myself, where my boundaries are, and to discover parts of myself I never knew about. Yes, I am scared, and I can't even define exactly what I am afraid of. Maybe it's the fear of not being able to do well in school when I return to Germany, or maybe it's the fear that everything I have worked for here at home will be gone while I am in the USA. But I am ready to face all those fears during my exchange year, and that is exactly what I am looking forward to: I want to face my challenges and overcome them. I also look forward to get into a nice host family which i am sure i will so i will get to know a second family which is something beautifull.

Single Room Request

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

I am a student who likes to play sports,and I love playing soccer, I practice it 5 days a week. I also practice boxing one day a week. I like making plans with my family and friends, such as going to the cinema or playing games.

cats

No special diet

I am an affectionate person, a little sensitive, active, cheerful, responsible, and outgoing. I play soccer five days a week, box once a week, and go skiing with my family at least once a year. I like to go out with my family or friends from time to time to the mall or other places. Once in the United States, I would like to learn about the culture, such as school events and how houses are decorated for Halloween and Christmas. I also want to learn a lot of English to fulfill my dream of becoming a pilot, and I want to gain self-confidence to speak the language. What I would like most is to get along really well with my host family and feel very comfortable with them.

No

- field hockey (I´ve been playing field hockey for 10 years, first as a filed player now I am the goalie) - soccer (I love to watch) - Formula 1 ( i love to watch the races) - snowboarding and skiing (once a year with my family) - surfing (my father comes from an German island and we surf and kite) - I love animals, we have a cat. - I play the drums once a week in school but I´m not very good... - my favourite computer game i Minecraft.

No allergies

No special diet

Who am I? My name is Vin and I am almost 17 years old. I am a rather calm person but if something doesn’t feel right I am really passionate about it. This means that I am really loyal to the people close to me. I don’t like people lying or people hating on another, fairness is important to me. Maybe because I grew up with two siblings. I have an older sister I love and a younger brother who I sometimes love and sometimes we´re fighting…unfortunately. I like to laugh and hear funny stories. I really love animals, if our cat is looking for a place to sleep she always comes to me. I enjoy any kind of sports activity there is and I like to try them all out, except Ice Skating. I tried that and it didn't work out. I´ve been part of a fieldhockey team for nine years. I am the goali. I know that I probably can´t play fieldhockey jn the US but that’s ok with me. I want to try out other sports. A few months ago I had the opportunity for a try out in American football here in Berlin. My dad also played as a teenager, so I was happy to try and it´s so much fun. I am the wide receiver. As well as doing sports I also love to watch them, especially, soccer, Formula 1 and American football with my dad. I also enjoy music a lot. My dad used to be in a Ska Band and music is always around me. I like rock music, Pop music and many more genres. That’s how I picked up playing the drums, maybe I can joyn the school band. I also like to play boardgames and I have to admit I also like to play videogames with my friends, my favourite game is Formula 1 where I can drive a race car. Here in Germany I´m not allowed to drive a car yet, so I drive on the computer. I went on vacation without my parents before, with my school class as well as with friends in summer camps. I know how to get around in a different setting and how to travel alone. I´m really looking forward to spend a year in the US, learn the language from first hand, enjoy the American culture - there is a lot to see and experience and I´m very nervous but also very excited how it turns out to be.

Early Placement Request, State request: VA - Virginia, State request: CO - Colorado, State request: NC - North Carolina

Reiten, Ballett, Tennis,Leichtathletik,Hockey

Pollen, grasses, and hay, but it's not life-threatening. I just sneeze more often.

I am a vegetarian, but I have no problem if my host family eats meat.

Hi! My name is Yara-Sophie, I’m 14 years old and from Germany. I will turn 15 before my exchange year. I would describe myself as curious, confident, and helpful. In my free time I enjoy horse riding, ballet, reading, walking my dog, traveling, and shopping. I’m really looking forward to getting to know a new culture, improving my English, and becoming part of a host family.

Single Room Request, State request: GA - Georgia, Dietary request - Vegetarian/Vegan