During his exchange in the United States, Arthur hopes to explore new interests if possible, particularly in the performing arts. He would love the opportunity to try activities such as drama, singing, or learning a musical instrument. Arthur describes himself as independent, friendly, open-minded, humorous, and creative.

Arthur’s native language is Portuguese. He has been studying English for nine years and has also been studying Spanish for the past five years. At school, his favorite subject is History. Looking toward the future, Arthur plans to study law and hopes to become a tax lawyer.

Arthur lives with his mother and father in Brazil. He has one brother who is 20 years old and no sisters. His mother works as a Human Resources Consultant, and his father is an Administrator. Arthur does not currently have any pets, though he can live in a home with pets. However, he is allergic to cats. He does not have any dietary restrictions.

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.

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.

Dafne describes herself as being introverted, open-minded, friendly, and kind. Her teachers and friends describe her as demonstrating a natural curiosity towards languages and cultures, being willing and eager to learn, adjusting positively to new environments, and having remarkable interpersonal skills.

Dafne's native language is Italian. She has been studying English for 11 years and Spanish for 3 years. Her favorite school subjects are the human sciences, English, and math. She would like to pursue a career as an actress or a psychologist in the future.

Dafne lives with her mother. Her mother is a self-employed worker, and her father is an employee. Dafne has two cats, can live in a home with pets, and has no allergies to pets. She has no dietary restrictions.

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.

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.

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.

Nana’s native language is Japanese, and she has been studying English for four years. Her favorite school subjects are P.E., English, and home economics. In the future, Nana hopes to become a flight attendant so she can travel the world.

Nana lives with her mother and father and has one younger sister. She loves animals and has pet fish at home in Japan. Nana would love to live in a home with pets and has no pet allergies or dietary restrictions.

Sandra’s native language is Spanish, and she has been studying English and French for eleven years, and has basic knowledge of Korean (she took it for one year in school). Her favorite subjects in school are history, French, and English. After finishing school, Sandra would like to study English philology and continue improving her language skills. During her time in the United States, Sandra would like to join a volleyball team.

Sandra lives with her mother, who works as a civil engineer, and her older brother. Her parents are divorced, and she also spends time with her father, who works as a truck driver. Sandra has no food or animal allergies, but she is afraid of large dogs and birds. She is comfortable living with clean pets and has experience with animals (a cat and a rabbit) at home. Sandra will be 15 years old when she begins her exchange program.

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.