Her native language is Spanish, and she has been studying English for 12 years, along with 2 years of French. Ainhoa's favorite school subjects are English, Drama, and Physical Education, and she would would love to play volleyball during her year in the U.S.

Ainhoa lives with her parents, an older brother, and a younger sister. Ainhoa's mother is a Tax advisor and her father works as a chief financial officer. Ainhoa has no pets, is comfortable with living in a home with pets, and has no allergies or dietary restrictions.

Alvaro’s native language is Spanish, he has been studying English for nine years and French for three. His favorite subjects in school are Mathematics and physical education, and he would like to become an architect in the future. During his exchange, Alvaro would like to play soccer and maybe explore a new sport. He is looking forward to gaining new cultural experiences.

Alvaro lives with his parents; his mother is a marketing professional in Spain , and his father works in security, both in Spain and in the Dominican Republic. Alvaro has no siblings, but a big extended family. Alvaro has no allergies and no dietary restrictions, and he is open to living in a pet-friendly environment. He would really thrive in a family with children.

Anna-Marie’s native language is Czech, and she has been studying English for seven years. She has also been studying Spanish for two years, Japanese for one year, and German for one year. Her favorite subject in school is math. She is unsure of her career aspirations at the moment, but plans to continue her studies at the university level.

Anna-Marie lives with her mother, father, and older brother. Both her parents are entrepreneurs and own businesses. Anna-Marie has a border collie at home, and can live in a home with pets, to which she has no allergies. She also has no dietary restrictions.

Antonin's native language is French, and he has been studying English for 10 years. He has also been studying German for 5 years, and Latin for 1. His favorite school subjects are physics and chemistry, and he would like to work in an international environment in the future.

Antonin lives with his mother and younger sister. His mother is a financial controller. Although Antonin does not have any pets, he can live in a home with them. He has no allergies to pets, or dietary restrictions. He has a mild allergy to dust mites.

Arabella describes herself as being an open-minded, creative, helpful, and respectful person. Her teachers and friends describe her as being an outgoing, positive, versatile, and focused student.

Arabella's native language is German. She has been studying English for 8 years, French for 5 years, and Slovak for 16 years. Her favorite school subjects are French, history, and geography. She would like to study psychology and become a criminal psychologist in the future.

Arabella lives with her mother, father, and younger brother. Her mother is a freelance artist and her father is a purchasing manager. Arabella has no pets, can live in a home with pets, and has no allergies to pets. She has no dietary restrictions.

Aurora describes herself as being an independent, open-minded, caring, and ambitious person who tends to be private initially, but once warmed up, very cheerful and funny. Her family and friends describe her as a positive, reliable, emphatic, and curious student who is eager to learn, cooperative in team-work, and listening with an open mind.

Aurora's native language is Italian. She has been studying English for 11 years, Chinese for 3 years, and German for 3 years. Her favorite school subjects are economics and law, human sciences, and Chinese. She would like to study law, international economics, or management in the future.

Aurora lives with her mother and father. She also has an older sister. Her father is a worker for a local company, and her mother is a caregiver in a nursing home. Aurora has no pets, cannot live in a home with pets, and she has no allergies to pets. She has no dietary restrictions.

Benjamin's native language is German. He has been studying English for 5 years and Latin for 4 years. His favorite school subjects are math and sports. After graduation, he plans to study biology at the university and to become a scientist in the future.

Benjamin lives with his mother and younger sister. His mother is a business economist and his father is an engineer. Benjamin has two cats, can live in a home with pets, and has no allergies to pets. He has no dietary restrictions.

Blanca’s native languages are Catalan and Spanish, and she has been studying English for 9 years, along with 3 years of French. Blanca's favorite school subject are Math and chemistry, and she would like to study pharmacy in the future. She is very athletic and would like to explore activities like ice skating or skiing during her exchange in the US.

Although her parents are divorced, Blanca lives with both of them, as well as her 11 year old twin siblings. Blanca’s father works as a management technician, while her mother is a nurse. Blanca has no pets, but she would like to live in a home with pets. She has no allergies or dietary restrictions.

Daniel’s native language is Spanish; he has been learning English for 8 years of English and French for 2 years. His favorite subject in school is Mathematics, and he has not decided yet what he would like to do after his graduation. During his exchange in the US, Daniel hopes be able to play soccer; he is also keen to try out other sports, like American Football, baseball and/or basketball.

Daniel lives with his parents; His father is a manager and his mother a nurse; he has an older brother as well. Daniel is comfortable living in a pet-friendly environment (he likes cats and dogs); he has no allergies or dietary restrictions.

Elona’s native language is Russian, and she has been studying English for five years. She has also been studying French for two years and Kyrgyz for one year. Her favorite subjects in school are math and English. In the future, Elona would like to go to medical school.

Elona lives with her mother, father, and younger sister. Her father is a realtor, and her mother is in management. Elona has no pets at home, but is open to living in a home with pets to which she has no allergies. Elona is also lactose intolerant, but otherwise has no dietary restrictions.

Felix describes himself as being friendly, open-minded, ambitious, as well as adaptable to new situations and interested in different cultures. His teachers and friends describe as being an eager learner with a positive personality, a good sense of humor, and a respectful manner towards others.

Felix's native language is German. He has been studying English for 5 years, French for 4 years, and Spanish for 2 years. His favorite school subjects are math and physics. He would like to pursue a career in scientist in the future.

Felix lives with his mother, father, and younger brother. His mother is a social worker, and his father is a music teacher. Felix has no pets, can live in a home with pets, and has no allergies to pets. He is a vegetarian and has no other dietary restrictions.

His native language is Spanish, and he has been studying English for 10 years.

Iker's favorite subjects in school include Math and sports. In the future, Iker would like to pursue a career in Finance, trading values, or marketing. During his exchange he would like to be part of the school’s soccer team.

Iker comes from a family of five, living with his mother, father, and two sisters (aged 18 and 8). His father works as an economist, and his mother is a math teacher. They share their home with two dogs and a cat, and Iker is comfortable living in a household with pets. He has no allergies or dietary restrictions.

Jette has been studying English for 7 years and French for 4 years. Her favorite subjects in school are P.E. and arts. Jette would like to pursue a career as a police officer in the future. During her exchange, Jette would love to join a swim team; she is also interested in exploring new activities like volleyball, cheerleading, or skiing.

Jette lives with her parents; her father is a mechanical engineer and her mother a teacher for disabled children. She has an older brother (24 years old) and an older sister (21 years old), who don’t live at home anymore. Jette has no allergies to pets and is comfortable living in a home with animals- next to horses she loves dogs. Additionally, she has no dietary restrictions.

Julia’s native language is Catalan, she speaks Spanish as well, and has been studying English for 11 years. Her favorite subjects in school are languages; and she wants to study at a university abroad in the future. During her exchange year, Julia would like to explore a drama and/or debate club or participate in a volleyball team.

Julia comes from a family of educators, with her mother and father being teachers. She has a younger sister, who is 9 years old. Despite having no pets, Julia is comfortable living in a home with them, she loves dogs. She has no allergies or dietary restrictions. Julia is looking forward to living in The US and meeting her host family.

Julia’s native language is Spanish; she has been studying English for 10 years and Catalan, for 14 years. Her favorite subjects in school are sports, arts, and music, and she aspires to pursue a future career related to design, drawing, or photography. Julia would like to explore playing basketball and/or volleyball during her exchange, and she would like to pick up playing the violin again (which she has done for 7 years in the past).

Julia lives with her parents and a 17-year-old brother. Her father is a chemical factory operator, while her mother is a physiotherapist. Julia has a dog and is comfortable living in a home with other pets, having no allergies or dietary restrictions. During her exchange in the US, she would be interested in attending sporting events and participating in traditional American holiday decorations.

Julia describes herself as being independent, friendly, social, and reliable. Her teachers and friends describe her as a curious and interested person who gets along easily with others, who is eager to improve her understanding about the world, and who developed skills in teamwork, discipline, and mindfulness through vaulting.

Julia's native language is German. She has been studying English for 8 years and French for 5 years. Her favorite school subjects are PE, biology, and English. She would like to pursue a career as a medical doctor in the future.

Julia lives with her mother, father, and twin brother. Her mother is a financial projects specialist and her father works in EVP partner management. Julia has no pets, loves to be around dogs and horses, and can live in a home with dogs and birds. She has allergies to cats and peanuts. She has no dietary restrictions besides the peanut allergy.

Her teachers would add that she is an exceptional student, open-minded, caring and empathetic.

Lara’s native language is Spanish. Lara lived for four years with her family in the State of NY, where she attended elementary school. Lara has studied English for 12 years and French for 5; her favorite subjects in school are history and languages. Lara actively participates in a Modern Dance Club. During her stay in the U.S. Lara and would like to engage in various clubs and/or after-school activities, such as games and dances. Lara would like to study at university in the future.

Lara’s parents are separated; Lara lives with alternately with both of them. Her mother is a Senior Account Executive, and her father is an architect for an enterprise. Lara has one younger brother aged 12. She has no pets; but she is very fond of dogs, especially Labradors; she has no allergies, and no dietary restrictions. Lara would excel in a family with children.

Liliana's native language is German, and she has been studying English for 10 years. She has also been studying Latin for 3 years, as well as Spanish for a year. Her favorite school subjects are PE, mathematics, Spanish, and English. Her dream is to become a pilot in the future.

Liliana lives with her mother and father. She has an older brother and sister. Her mother is a clerk and her father is an accounting director. Liliana has no pets, but can live in a home with them. She has no allergies to pets. She is vegetarian, but has no other dietary restrictions.

Marlene describes herself as being a quietly extrovert, open-minded, and adventurous person who loves experiencing new cultures or meeting new people and who is very caring towards her family, friends, and others. Her teachers and friends describe her as being a cheerful, responsible, and warm-hearted person with excellent communication skills, a genuine interest in other people’s opinions, and a large circle of friends.

Marlene's native language is German. She has been studying English for 9 years and Spanish for 3 years. Her favorite school subjects are English, math, and biology. She would like to pursue a career in veterinary medicine in the future.

Marlene alternates living with one of her parents every two weeks. She has a younger brother and an older sister. Her mother is a veterinary and her father is a teacher. Marlene has two dogs and a horse, can live in a home with pets, and has no allergies to pets. She is a vegetarian and has no other dietary restrictions.

Mencia describes herself as being extroverted, diligent, creative, and organized; her teachers praise her as a responsible and polite student, who likes to help others and has outstanding communication skills.

Mencia has been studying English for 14 years and French for 10 years. Her favorite subjects in school are mathematics and English; she is an outstanding student across all subjects.

In the future, Mencia would like to attend university and pursue a master's degree. During her exchange in the United States she would like to explore cheerleading and sports.

Mencia lives with both of her parents, a 10-year-old brother, and 13-year-old sister. Her father works as a stock analyst, while her mother is a general manager. Mencia has a pet fish and is comfortable living in a home with other pets, as she has no allergies or dietary restrictions.

Paula’s native language is Spanish, and she has been studying English and Catalan for 12 years and German for 2 years. Paula's favorite subject in school is math, and she hopes to pursue a career in either law or architecture. During her exchange in the US, Paula would like to explore sports and volunteering opportunities.

Paula lives with her parents and her 18-year-old sister. Her mother works in a bank and her father works in informatics. Paula has no allergies or dietary restrictions and loves animals, she would like live in a home with pets. Paula is very excited to meet her Host Family and to spend the year with them.

Ruven describes himself as being a social, respectful, trustworthy, and open-minded person. His teachers and friends describe him as a reliable, emphatic, and mature student with a remarkable skill for navigating social dynamics, fostering a collaborative environment, connecting with people of diverse backgrounds, and helping others solve problems constructively.

Ruven's native language is German. He has been studying English for 6 years and Spanish for 4 years. His favorite school subjects are sports, math, and English. He plans to complete the German “Abitur” and study at the university in the future.

Ruven lives with his mother, father, and four younger sisters. His mother is a secretary and his father is a purchasing manager. Ruven has a cat, can live in a home with pets, and has no allergies to pets. He has no dietary restrictions.

Simona's native language is Czech, and she has been studying English for 10 years. She has also been studying German for 3 years. Her favorite school subject is English, and she would like to pursue a career in acting in the future.

Simona lives with her mother and father. She has one brother, aged 31, and no sisters. Her father is a technician, and her mother is a hair stylist. Simona has two cats and one bunny and can live in a home with pets. She has no allergies to pets and no dietary restrictions.