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Host a Foreign Exchange Student!

Welcome a student from Germany, China, Brazil, Italy, Spain, South Korea, Kenya, Mozambique or another country into your home.

  • Your choice of student.  AYA allows you the opportunity to choose a carefully screened student who will best fit your family.
  • Learn about another culture, its customs and language by hosting an international student for 5 or 10 months.

  • Build a relationship with an AYA international student who will become like a son or daughter to you.

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  • Lifelong friendships.  Build a bridge with another culture and start a lifelong friendship with the student and his/her family.

  • Promote international understanding. AYA students 15 – 18 years old attend high school and have their own medical insurance and spending money.

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  • Host Families can claim a charitable tax deduction for hosting students.

  • Families are asked to provide meals, a place to sleep and study, and a loving home environment for their student.  Hosting an international student is an amazing experience!

    Contact Carlisa for more details!

    Carlisa Branch              314-736-0848

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