I live in New Mexico (USA). I had to put that because many people think New Mexico is the same as México. LOL
I know of Chinet.org, but know of any other organizations?
2007-03-11 13:09:19 · 8 answers · asked by ~∂Їβ~ 5 in Education & Reference ➔ Studying Abroad
I have been a Youth Exchange chairman for Rotary International in New Mexico for 3 years.. It is an exciting program and very well organized. The students come to New Mexico and get a full orientation so they know what to expect... this doesn't preclude that there won't be questions, but they have a great staff here at the district and local evels...
The students usually come with a Visa/Mastercard for their personal expenses... they are also required to have medical insurance...
As a host family you will need to submit an application to your local Rotary Club and pass a background check.
You don't mention which city you are located in, but Rotary is everywhere.. In this program the students usually stay in 3 different host family homes..
I have hosted 4 exchange students in my home.. it was a wonderful experience.. All of them were so different.. We loved learning about all of their different customs and we got the chance to introduce the students to our food, customs, holidays and so much more...
Here's a link to the New Mexico website.. it includes all of the Youth Exchange contacts... Also lots of information and answers for all of your questions...
http://rotary5520.org/Youth_Exchange/index.html
melissa@losalamos.com
I have also worked with another youth exchange program.. it was very disorganized...
Rotary gets my vote 100%...
2007-03-12 06:56:18 · answer #1 · answered by hotrodder39 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When I was in junior high, my parents hosted a foreign exchange student from Russia. A few years later while in high school we hosted a German exchange student as well. We went through the Rotary club. You might just check with your local Rotary Club to see if they have the same kind of program.
2007-03-11 20:18:52 · answer #2 · answered by Sharpie211 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I've hosted two children through World Experience. You can also do a search on Yahoo or Google and find the organization that best suits you and your family. Have fun!
2007-03-11 20:14:10 · answer #3 · answered by alleyshax 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I was an exchange student through Youth For Understanding. I've heard lots of good things about hosting in the US. Check them out; they usually do a good job matching you with students who will be okay with you.
2007-03-12 11:56:35 · answer #4 · answered by Brundige 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well, I'm in BC canada, and here the main one is through the local school district.
I was a host parent for 3 years. Very very trying times, but I loved it nontheless.
2007-03-11 20:13:45 · answer #5 · answered by girlsincamelot 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
well if you want to become a host-mom, you better try AFS(american field exchange) afs.org, or AISE (american intercultural student exchange) aise.org
you can also be a member or rotaract groups and can still host students.
it is very nice of you to thinking about becoming a host-mom since i was an exchange student once and i really love my host-mom!good experiences will be waiting for you!
2007-03-12 10:27:31 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Are you a teacher? You must be really good in Spanish since you spent a semester in Costa Rica. I am just wondering because if I became a teacher, I would love to be a flight leader or an escort for groups of students travelling to Spanish speaking countries, for example Spain. You may be interested in checking www.beautifulspain.com
2007-03-11 20:52:21 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
i use to be a host mum it was very rewarding, here are some web links for you.www.ayusa.org www.cci-exchange.com www.foreignexchangestudent.com/student_profiles.htm
2007-03-19 08:21:53 · answer #8 · answered by fushia 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋