Are YOU an AYA Host Family?

Wonder if being a host family is for you? Check out AYA's Host Family video!

Contact me today to host a student for the 2013-2014 school year! 

-Jackie

Why Choose AYA?

The Academic Year in America (AYA) Program of the American Institute of Foreign Study (AIFS) Foundation provides an exciting opportunity to engage in cultural exchange.  AYA broadens international horizons by bringing foreign students to the United States to live with American families and attend high school. Although there are other high school exchange organizations, I would like you to know why we believe families should choose AYA.

Why Choose AYA?

• Your choice of student

Unlike some organizations, AYA allows YOU the opportunity to choose a carefully screened student who will best fit your family.

• Lifelong friendships

Build a bridge with another culture and start a lifelong friendship with the student and his/her family. Meet new people in your community: your Local Coordinator, teachers and other Host Families.

• Local representation

AYA maintains a national network of well-trained Local Coordinators (that's ME, Jackie!!), one of whom will be close by to work with you and your student throughout the semester or year.

• National 24/7 support system

Our Host Families, Students and Local Coordinators are backed by professional staff in our Stamford, Connecticut national office. AYA offers a 24-hour hotline and the expertise of our 30 years in intercultural educational exchange.

• Fully insured

AYA provides full medical insurance for every student.

All of this informatin PLUS more can be found on the AYA home page. http://www.academicyear.org/

 

Please contact me to learn more about hosting with Academic Year in America! 

A message from Secretary Clinton

Check out this video from Secretary Clinton encouraging Americans to host international exchange students.

If you are interested in hosting or know someone that might be interested, please contact me!