Meet Our Exchange Students

This page provides a convenient way for potential host families to review actual student profiles of incoming students and contact their local NWSE Area Coordinator or the NWSE main office to discuss their preferences. The list may include NWSE students who are already in the process of being placed in a host family. Click here to learn more about hosting.

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Matches Found: 8
  • Adela from CzechRepublic
    • ID: 6053
    • Gender: F
    • Age: 16
    • Grade: 11
    • Academic Year 2026

    Adela is a 17-year-old girl from the Czech Republic with a creative spirit and an active lifestyle. She spends much of her free time drawing and painting, finding inspiration in the visual arts. Whether she is sketching in her notebook or working on a painting, art has always been one of her favorite ways to express herself.  Read more...

    Alongside her artistic interests, Adela is very active in sports. Volleyball is especially important to her, and she participates in a volleyball club where she trains regularly. She also enjoys going to the gym and hiking. In addition, she takes part in the Duke of Edinburgh's Award (DoFE), where she volunteers in a retirement home and a kindergarten.

    In her free time, Adela also enjoys playing chess, cooking, watching movies, reading, and spending time with videos. During her exchange in the United States, she hopes to continue exploring volleyball, volunteering opportunities, and joining an art club if possible.

    Adela describes herself as independent, friendly, creative, adventurous, and polite. She is open to new experiences and excited about discovering a different culture while sharing her own.

    Her native language is Czech, and she has been studying English for eight years. She has also studied German for three years and Spanish for one year. At school, her favorite subjects are geography, history, biology, language studies, art, physical education, and the basics of social sciences. In the future, Adela would like to become an international aid worker so she can help people who need support around the world.

    Adela lives with her mother. Her father works as a heavy truck driver, and her mother is a recruitment assistant. She has two dogs and a parakeet. She is comfortable living in a home with pets. She has no allergies and no dietary restrictions.

    Hobbies/Activities:

    drawingpaintingvolleyballvolunteering

    Allergies: none

  • Axel from Spain
    • ID: 6009
    • Gender: M
    • Age: 15
    • Grade: 10
    • Academic Year 2026

    Axel is a student from Spain who enjoys playing paddle tennis and music; he plays both the electric and acoustic guitar. As his family owns an equestrian center in the town he lives in, he is able to ride horses. During the summer, he plays tennis and rides his bicycle; in winter, he enjoys skiing and snowboarding. Axel likes to meet his friends, and on quiet nights he plays board games with his family. He describes himself as a friendly, studious, creative and responsible person; his teachers emphasize that he is an attentive and respectful student with a positive attitude, who listens carefully and is valued by both his peers and teachers.  Read more...

    Axel’s native languages are Catalan and Spanish, and he has studied English for ten years. His favorite subjects in school are Mathematics and Science, and he would like to work in the field of music in the future. During his exchange, he hopes to play in a band.

    Axel lives with his parents, who are both teachers (his father a primary school teacher, his mother a secondary school teacher), and an older brother as well as a younger sister. Axel is comfortable living with pets and does not have any dietary restrictions. He will be 15 at the beginning of his program.

    Hobbies/Activities:

    guitarhorse ridingpaddle tennisskiingsnowboarding

    Allergies: none

  • Berta from Spain
    • ID: 6011
    • Gender: F
    • Age: 16
    • Grade: 11
    • Academic Year 2026

    Berta is a student from Spain who enjoys going to the gym, practicing piano, reading, and playing chess. She loves to participate in theatrical productions and enjoys playing music as well as listening to it. Berta describes herself as friendly, cheerful, outgoing, and persistent, and she handles challenges calmly. Her teachers note that she is hardworking, responsible, intellectually and artistically curious, an excellent communicator, as well as a well-liked team player.  Read more...

    Berta's native language is Spanish, and she has been studying English for 10 years, and French for 4 years. Her favorite school subjects are Languages. She would like to pursue a Degree in Teaching in the future. During her year in the US, she wants to improve her English, explore new activities such as cheerleading and new sports, and become more independent and open-minded.

    Berta lives in Spain with both of her parents. Her mother, Rocío, is a teacher, and her father, David, works as a plumber. She has one younger brother, Bosco, who is eight. She has no pets at home, no allergies, and no dietary restrictions. Berta will be 16 years old when she begins the program.

    Hobbies/Activities:

    chessdrama/theatermeeting friendspianoworking out

    Allergies: none

  • Danylo from Ukraine
    • ID: 6022
    • Gender: M
    • Age: 16
    • Grade: 11
    • Academic Year 2026

    Danylo is a 16-year-old boy from Ukraine. He is an active teenager with a strong interest in sports and physical activities. His primary sport is Thai boxing, and he also enjoys computer games and riding scooters/bicycles. In addition, Danylo participates in a wide range of activities, including ice skating, snowboarding, skiing, and swimming. As well as, table tennis, volleyball, and scuba diving. Beyond sports, he is interested in programming, cooking, movies, internet media, and video content. He has actively participated in a drama club for four years. During his exchange in the United States, Danylo hopes to explore volunteering opportunities and outdoor and recreational activities. He describes himself as friendly, extroverted, humorous, responsible, and polite.  Read more...

    Ukrainian is Danylo’s native language. He has been studying English for 10 years, Russian for 5 years, and German for 5 years. His favorite school subjects are English, Biology, Geography, and Math. Looking ahead, Danylo plans to pursue a career in economics, with interests in business and financial management. He hopes to also explore IT-related fields in the future.

    Danylo lives with his mother and father and has two sisters, aged 11 and 3. His mother works as an advocate, and his father is the CEO and director of a construction company. The family has a dog, and Danylo is comfortable living in a home with pets, as he has no pet allergies. However, he does have a dietary restriction and needs to limit his sugar intake.

    Hobbies/Activities:

    bicyclingboxingcomputervolunteering

    Allergies: I need to limit my sugar intake.

  • Hikari from Japan
    • ID: 6013
    • Gender: F
    • Age: 16
    • Grade: 11
    • Academic Year 2026

    Hikari is a spunky, cheerful, and outgoing 16-year-old girl from Japan. She was born in Canada and lived there until the age of three. Inspired by a trip to Toronto a few years ago, Hikari decided to focus on studying English in high school and is very excited study abroad in the United States!  Read more...

    Recently, Hikari participated in an English skit contest in her province in Japan with one of her classmates. She practiced diligently for her role and did a wonderful job keeping the audience engaged throughout the performance. Hikari enjoys celebrating holidays (especially Christmas) and loves watching movies or painting with her mother and sister. Throughout middle school, Hikari also practiced judo.

    Hikari’s native language is Japanese, and she has been studying English for three years. Her favorite school subjects include English, P.E., and music.

    Hikari lives in Japan with her mother and younger sister, and they share a close-knit bond. Her mother works as a sales representative. Hikari is happy to live in a home with pets and has no allergies or dietary restrictions.

    Hobbies/Activities:

    artbooksdancedrama/theaterpainting

    Allergies: none

  • Jonas from France
    • ID: 6007
    • Gender: M
    • Age: 16
    • Grade: 11
    • Academic Year 2026

    Jonas is a 15-year-old boy from France who will turn 16 in April. He is very athletic: He does indoor climbing and bouldering twice a week; swims in the pool as often as possible; plays ball sports with his friends and brothers; and generally loves outdoor sports. On holidays, he enjoys long cycling trips, hiking, canoeing, camping, as well as skiing and snowboarding. Jonas is interested in natural landscapes and tries to protect nature. At home, he reads books, builds models, listens to music, and watches movies. If possible, Jonas would like to explore environmental science, cinema, or theatre during his exchange in the US.  Read more...

    Jonas describes himself as being extroverted, humorous, adaptable, and curious. His teachers and friends describe him as being a thoughtful, well-balanced, motivated, and independent student.

    Jonas's native languages are French and German. He has been studying English for 5 years and Latin for 3 years. His favorite school subjects are science, history, and technology. He would like to pursue a career in a medical laboratory or as an instructor.

    Jonas lives with his mother and father. He has a younger and an older brother. His father is a finance manager in aeronautics, and his mother is a university teacher for history. Jonas has a fish and bees, can live in a home with pets, and has no allergies to pets. He has no dietary restrictions.

    Hobbies/Activities:

    bicyclingclimbingskiing

    Allergies: none

  • Mateo from Spain
    • ID: 6032
    • Gender: M
    • Age: 15
    • Grade: 10
    • Academic Year 2026

    Mateo is a student from Spain with a strong interest in sports and an active lifestyle. He enjoys playing soccer, going to the gym regularly, and spending time with friends. He plays soccer in a club; and he likes basketball and martial arts. He also likes swimming, reading, watching movies, and playing video games. In winter he likes to ski; but he enjoys spending time at the beach more than in the mountains. Mateo describes himself as a mature, friendly, polite, and responsible student. His teachers describe him as calm, adaptable, and well liked, noting that he performs best within a structured environment.  Read more...

    Mateo’s native language is Spanish, and he has been studying English for ten and French for two years. His favorite subjects in school are sports and mathematics. After finishing school, he plans to attend university. During his time in the United States, his main goal is to be actively involved in school athletics; he would like to explore football and skiing; and to participate fully in school life.

    Mateo’s parents are separated and he lives with his mother and her parents (his grandparents). He has two older siblings, a sister and a brother, who no longer live at home. His mother works as a businesswoman. Mateo has hay fever, but otherwise does not have any allergies to animals or food and is comfortable living in a home with pets (he loves dogs!). Mateo will be 15 years old when he starts the exchange program.

    Hobbies/Activities:

    meeting friendsmusicskiingsoccerswimmingworking out

    Allergies: none

  • Veronika from CzechRepublic
    • ID: 6052
    • Gender: F
    • Age: 16
    • Grade: 11
    • Academic Year 2026

    Veronika is a 16-year-old girl from the Czech Republic. She lives an active and curious life, always eager to try new things and challenge herself.  Read more...

    Sports play a big role in her world. She is passionate about running and is an active member of the Track & Field club. In addition to track, she enjoys gymnastics, hiking, jogging, snowboarding, and staying active in any way she can. Movement and being outdoors make her feel energized and happy.

    Beyond sports, Veronika has a creative and thoughtful side. She loves cooking and often spends time experimenting in the kitchen. Reading is another favorite pastime, giving her the chance to explore new ideas and stories. She also enjoys photography, going for walks, and practicing yoga. Whether she is capturing moments through a camera lens or relaxing with a book, she appreciates both activity and quiet reflection.

    During her exchange in the United States, Veronika hopes to explore even more opportunities. She would love to try cheerleading, travel and discover more of the country, and learn about American traditions and holidays. She is excited about experiencing everyday life in a new culture.

    Veronika describes herself as independent, friendly, humorous, organized, and adventurous. She is confident in adapting to new environments and enjoys meeting new people.

    Her native language is Czech. She has been studying English for 10 years and Spanish for 3 years, showing her dedication to learning and communication. At school, her favorite subjects are biology and physical education. Looking ahead, she is considering a future career as a company executive or a property agent.

    Veronika lives with her mother and father and has one brother who is 20 years old. Her mother works as a business manager, and her father is a company executive. At home, she shares her life with four cats. She has no allergies to pets and no dietary restrictions, and she is comfortable living in a home with animals.

    Hobbies/Activities:

    cheerleadingcookingreadingrunning

    Allergies: none