Dear future host family.

Hello, my name is Daniela and I'm 14 years old. I was born on April 9, 2010 and in the EEUU, I will do my sophomore year (10th grade).

I live in a small city in the north of Spain, which is known for being very cold, called Burgos.

First of all I'd like to thank you for hosting an exchange student and hope that you'll consider me to become part of your family for a while.

My family consists of my mother, my father, and my little sister. Luckily, we all get along really well, and there are no family issues. We spend a lot of time together. They believe, just like I do, that going on this exchange program will help me mature, learn new things, and enjoy the experience. But at the same time, they’re scared, which is totally normal. I also get along great with all my friends, and I truly appreciate each one of them.

My family and I have decided to start this program so I can go to the United States for a period of time. I’ve been waiting a long time for this opportunity, and I’m very grateful to my parents for giving it to me. I want to do this for many reasons: to mature as a person and become more independent, to learn and achieve a great level of English, to enjoy myself, meet new people, and because I’m sure it’s going to be an unforgettable experience.

I consider myself to be a very polite person. I don’t like when people are disrespected, and I’m empathetic. I’m also very clean, and a bit careful. If you ask someone about me, they’d say I’m kind, generous, and outgoing. I also love meeting new people, so I’m quite talkative. And on top of all that, I can easily adapt to any situation or environment I find myself in.

What I love most in this world is dancing; it’s my passion. I’ve been dancing ballet and Spanish dance since I was very young. Another thing I’m passionate about is traveling. I love it because it allows me to discover new places. I enjoy listening to all kinds of music, watching movies and series. Shopping is something I adore as well, and I have a good sense of fashion. I like trying new things and playing sports. I have a great time spending moments with the people I love and hanging out with my friends. I also love going to concerts, swimming pools, and amusement parks, even though it’s not always possible.

I hope I could give you a little insight of my life, and I'm already very excited and happy to finally get to know you!

Thank you for reading this letter.

Yours sincerely, Daniela.

Dear Host Family,

Hi! I would like to introduce myself. My name is Kanokkwan and you call my name is "Noey." I was born in Chaingmai, Thailand. At present, I'm studying in grade 11 at Dara Academy School in Chaingmai. My friends at school are very nice and kind. When there are classroom activities, everyone always helps each other. My family includes my mother and my grandmother. My mother works as a nurse at the same school besides where I study. My mother is a kind person and always supports me in everything. She is the one who has taken care of me since I was a child and my grandmother is the person who cooks delicious food.

I'm kind, friendly and cheerful, with a good a sense of humor. My hobbies are exercising and listening to music, but I like to exercise more. I'm interested in becoming an exchange student and learn how to spend daily life in different countries and communicate with people in other countries, and try new activities there.

My mother is quite worried about me being away from my family for such a long time, but what I wanted to do is to become an exchange student. She saw my determination to make this happen and supported me to achieve my dream. I have a closed friend who has always been there for me. Whether I'm happy or sad we are always together and never leave each other behind.

My strengths are I have a good intention to learn to new things, optimistic. determine and adaptable.

Thank you for reading my letter, and I'm excited to meet you all soon!

Sincerely yours,

Noey

Dear Host Family,

Hi! First of all, I would like to say that I’m very happy and grateful to have a host family like you. Thank you for giving me this opportunity.

Becoming an exchange student is one of the best opportunities in my life. I want to improve myself, explore new places, and gain valuable experiences.

Let me introduce myself. My name is Sirintorn Theerabanditkul, but you can call me Kate. I am 15 years old and was born and raised in Chiang Rai, Thailand. I am currently studying at Municipal School 6 Chiang Rai.

There are four members in my family—my dad, mom, younger brother, and me. My dad works as an engineer, and my mom is a housewife. I have a very close bond with my family, and they always support me in everything I do.

At school, I have four good friends and two best friends. When I am with them, I feel happy and supported. We always laugh, help each other, and create great memories together.

I love playing sports and am an athlete representing my province in track and field. Sports are my passion, and I always enjoy challenging myself to improve.

The reason I want to be an exchange student is to gain new experiences, develop my confidence, and create better opportunities for my future. I’m excited to meet you all and experience life in a new culture.

Last but not least, thank you so much for accepting me into your family. I truly appreciate this opportunity and can’t wait to meet you!

Yours sincerely,

Sirintra Theerabanditkul

Dear Host Family,

I hope this letter finds you well.

At first, I would like to thank you for taking the time to read my letter and know more about me.

I'm Alonso, a 14-year-old boy living in a family of 6, which include two brothers, a sister and my parents. My oldest brother is called Marco, he is 19 years old, and he is studying medicine. Samuel, he is 15 years old and currently studying as Exchange Student in Michigan, USA, , and my little sister Brianda, she is 12 years old and is the youngest in our family.

My parents names are Ivan and Sara, they both work as radar Air Traffic Controllers.

Me and my siblings were born in Mallorca, and we moved to Madrid a few years ago. Every summer and winter we meet up with Mallorcan friends and try to see each others as much as we can.

I've always been very energetic, happy and talkative. That's why my family calls me " Sunshine". I have lots of friends in Mallorca and Madrid, I love hanging out with them in the weekends or in my free time and vacations.

One of my favourite things to do is play basketball, l've been practicing since I was 5 years old when my dad introduced me to this wonderful sport. I normally train 3 times every week with my main team and sometimes I also play for a team of a higher age category.

Besides basketball, there are lots of things I enjoy doing. Practicing other sports like skiing, soccer, swimming, padel..., hanging out with my friends, playing videogames, going for walks and playing with my dog Taco, he is a sausage dog and likes to play a lot.

English is always present in my life, my parents sometimes talk to me in English so I can practice, I communicate with people from another countries through videogames in English, and every time I watch a series or a movie, I watch it in English. It has become a part of my life because I can express myself with total ease without having trouble speaking it fluently.

In school my favourite lessons are Physics, English and Physical education. I really enjoy studying for Physics and acquiring more knowledge about the world and how it works.

I also like Biology and all that has to do with nature, as I love animals.

Looking ahead , my goals for the next year are simple: get better English, meet many people and learn about the American style of living as well as to get to practice sports not easily available in Spain such as American Football or baseball. I´m excited to learn about your customs and traditions and be able to share and compare Spanish customs with you. I am even learning to cook some Spanish dishes .

I wrapping this up, I want to express my gratitude to my future host family for offering this incredible opportunity, I know you'll make me feel at home and I'm really impatient to know you.

Sincerely,

Alonso

Hello Host Family,

My name is Maria Stehle, I am 16 years old, and I come from Germany. One of my biggest dreams is to spend a year at a High School in the USA.

What fascinates me most about the USA is not only the language and culture but also the feeling of endless possibilities. I don’t just want to observe—I want to take part in life. Whether it’s joining a school sports team or volunteering in the community, I want to be actively involved. I look forward to living with a host family, learning about new traditions, and sharing your daily life. If possible, I would love to live with a host sibling around my age.

I know this year will not always be easy. There will be days when I feel like a stranger, when I miss my family, or when I doubt myself. But that is exactly what motivates me—to grow, find solutions, and discover new strengths.

My Family

My family consists of my mother, father, and brother. My mother is a strong, social person. My father is smart and always finds solutions. My brother is funny and supportive. We are a close family that encourages each other in everyday life and important decisions.

For my parents, letting me go for a year is a mix of pride, excitement, and a little worry. They know this is a great opportunity for me to grow, but it will be different not having me at home every day. Still, they trust I will manage, and that we will stay in touch.

My Best Friend

My best friend, Anna, is someone I can always count on. She challenges me, gives honest advice, and encourages me when I doubt myself. We don’t have to pretend to be someone else—whether we talk for hours or sit in silence, it always feels right. It will be hard to be apart for a year, but I know our friendship is strong enough to handle the distance.

My Strengths

Three of my biggest strengths are optimism, determination, and creativity. I try to see the best in every situation. My positive attitude gives me the energy to keep going and motivate others. When I set a goal, I work hard to achieve it. Challenges don’t make me give up; they inspire me. My creativity helps me adapt quickly and connect with new people.

My School

I attend a local Christian school that values strong relationships. Every morning, teachers give a devotion, and we pray together.

Actually I am in the 10th grade counting all school years together. In Germany there are 4 years of elementary school and 6 to 8  years of secondary school.

I hope this year will be an adventure that shapes me for life. I want to return with new ideas, perspectives, and skills that will help me in my studies, career, and understanding of different cultures.

I am really looking forward to this experience and to meeting you soon!

Best wishes,

Maria