The moment when I found out I can do everything I want Hello, My name is Sara and I am from Slovakia. I was placed in Carl Junction in Missouri. I started running 2 months ago. Before I came here to the USA I hated running, but the truth is I did it because I’ve never really tried to … Read More
I was interested about going to United States
I was interested about going to United States I will be an exchange student for 10 months. I was interested about going to United States to study and I ask my parents … and all happened. It’s a different way to live your life, its means a huge change that you have to do in the best way that … Read More
Everything is great here
Everything is great here Hello, My name is Sara and I am from Slovakia. I was placed in Carl Junction in Missouri. It is a city that has about 7,500 inhabitants. I only have my host mom Lesley, who chose me and she is great. She is very adventurous, and we do a lot together. We visited the city … Read More
My host family is the best
My host family is the best It is about 2 weeks since I have come to the USA, to Texas. I’m not gonna lie- beginnings are not easy. (And airplanes are not created for sleeping). When I got off the airplane in Houston, I was hit by a heat wave that I thought was the plane’s engine, but nah. … Read More
Yesterday was the first day of my exchange year
Yesterday was the first day of my exchange year Hi, My name is Lea and yesterday was the first day of my exchange year. I flew all the way from Bratislava, Slovakia to Idaho Falls and then travelled two more hours with my host family to Afton in Wyoming. That’s where I am right now! The next day I … Read More
The world opened its doors for me
The world opened its doors for me (Student letter to the ICES Regional Director) Dear Donna, I just want to say thank you. Thank you for everything you have done for me! It’s crazy but I am leaving Springfield in 4 days, even though it feels like I just landed on the airport and met you and my host … Read More
My American Experience
My American Experience I will remember these ten months spent in America for the rest of my life. It is an amazing experience to have, going to a foreign country without anyone that you already know. You are all alone in a sense, but it is exactly because of this that you can have an amazing experience. Getting to … Read More
My exchange was one of the greatest years of my life
My exchange was one of the greatest years of my life My exchange experience has been unforgettable, and as it’s coming to a close it has made me realize exactly just how lucky and privileged I am with this opportunity. In Tampa, Florida, where I have spent my exchange I have met so many amazing people who I will … Read More
High School Graduation Speech
High School Graduation Speech by Alia, exchange student from Spain Here I was during my first month here in Molalla. I was so excited to finally call my grandma who I hadn’t talked to in such a long time. As I nervously dialed her phone number I couldn’t help but wonder what she would say. And much to my … Read More
One of the best days of my life
One of the best days of my life I have recently experienced one of the best days of my life. My day started at 4.40am with my alarm ringing. I got myself into show clothes which consists of jeans, shirt and boots. At 5.30am our school truck was ready to go with 7 students and a teacher. We were … Read More