Stories: Host Families

February 23, 2020
Host Family Story: Lasting Impacts of Exchange

Alexis who has hosted six YES students so far shares how why hosting matters!

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February 19, 2020
A Sense of Belonging

Reetika from India reflects on the past six months of her exchange year.

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January 29, 2020
When Opportunity Knocks

Doga from Turkey is fulfilling her promise to say "Yes!" to new experiences.

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January 26, 2020
#HostForAmerica Spotlight Video: Hiba from Morocco

The newest #HostForAmerica spotlight video features Hiba from Morocco who attended Dallas Center-Grimes High School was placed with the McDonald family in Iowa.

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January 11, 2020
Thank You to My Host Family!

Mishal from Pakistan gives thanks to her amazing host family!

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