Ohio – July 2024 – Since 1982, International Student Exchange (ISE) has connected U.S. high school exchange programs with exchange students globally. In the Miami Valley, it’s connecting cultures from around the world.
“Bringing kids from other countries here really, first of all, teaches our American students about other cultures, but it also inspires them to travel,” said host Elizabeth Williams. Williams has been hosting exchange students for the past five years. But, the idea of exchange students goes back much further.
She says serving as a host mom has been a wonderful experience. Williams not only teaches American culture but she learns from the students as well.
Read more of Elizabeth’s interview in The Miami Valley News’ article, “Exchange Programs Introduce New Cultures to Students, Host Parents Alike”.
We invite you to read more about hosting a foreign exchange student. If you have specific questions about hosting, check out our host family FAQ page. You can also read testimonials from our past and current host families. When you feel ready, complete our host family interest form and our area representative will get in touch with you.
You can also get involved by joining our team of Area Representatives! Help match host families and exchange students and bring the world closer together, while making a supplemental income.
