Did you know… Academic Year in America (AYA) host families come from a mix of backgrounds, ages, sizes, and states? If you’re wondering if hosting is right for you, perhaps this list of myths will ease some of your hesitancies. Here are some myths about hosting – that we’ve busted underneath with the facts!
Myth: All host families are the same.
Fact: Just as there is no “typical” American family, there is no standard AYA host family. We love that our host families come from an array of different backgrounds and age groups. Retirees, single parents and young couples can all give an AYA international student a loving home.
How a German Teen and a Kansas Resident Became International Sisters
Jess from Germany describes impact of being an international sister
Hosting an exchange student can have a major impact on American children – in the best way. When your family hosts an exchange student with Academic Year in America (AYA), your children gain an international sister or brother whom they can rely on, learn from, and grow with. In the same way, exchange students form invaluable bonds with American sisters or brothers.
