04/03/2023
Foreign Exchange Students?
Hi, everyone. We had someone reach out to us about the possibility of hosting foreign exchange students for next year. Evidently, many of these students are interested in theatre! If you think this is something you and your family might be interested in, please see the message below:
"Hello Theater Club!
My name is Valeria, and I am with International Cultural Exchange Services. My team and I are working hard to find amazing host families for some amazing exchange students. We currently have 29 students with a passion for theater, from all around the world. These students are looking for a host family, for their 2023-24 school year. Students range in age, grade level and have many different interests. These students would not only bring culture into their host families home, but also share their culture with your club and school, while learning all there is to know about American culture.
Here are some quick facts about hosting…
Meals, and a safe place for your student to live, grow, be cared for and loved.
Host families must be at least 25, complete an application online, and pass a criminal background check.
Families with small children, families with no children, and single parents are all encouraged to apply!
**You do not need to have teenagers in your home to host an exchange student**
Students typically arrive just before school starts, and depart shortly after the end of the school year.
There are also semester students that are only here for half the school year. They can arrive in August or January.
Yes! As your local coordinator, I am available 24/7. I will be here when the students arrive at the MSP airport. I will do monthly check-ins with the student, school and families. I want to make sure that you find the right student to fit in with your family, help you get to know each other and have the best experience possible.
Students come with a great attitude and are ready to settle in with their host family! They also come with their own spending money for things such as clothes, toiletries, cell phone, extracurricular activities, and travel if the family decides to take a trip.
Thank you so much for your time - I look forward to hearing from you or any of your Theater Club families."
Valeria Lindberg
651-245-4877
[email protected]
Icesusa.org