Haas Cultural Exchange

03/06/2026

🌎 Host Families Needed for 2026–2027 Exchange Students! 🇺🇸

We are looking for three amazing host families in our area for the upcoming 2026–2027 school year through CIEE High School USA. Hosting an exchange student is an incredible way to bring the world into your home and create a lifelong connection.
Here are the students currently looking for a host family:
🇩🇪 Julian – Germany
Julian is interested in the real estate industry and has already completed internships with a real estate developer and an electrical company. He’s eager to learn about property development and construction while experiencing American life.
🇪🇸 Sara – Spain
Sara hopes to become an architect one day. She loves drawing, math, and learning about architecture. She has already spent time working in an office to learn programs she will use in university.
🇩🇪 Thomas – Germany
Thomas enjoys handball, hiking, rock climbing, and playing the saxophone. He’s also very involved in his church and Christian summer camps, where he is training to become a group leader.
Host Family Responsibilities Include:
✔️ Providing 3 meals per day
✔️ A bedroom (can be shared)
✔️ Transportation to/from school (bus or carpool is fine)
✔️ Welcoming them as part of your family ❤️
Hosting is a rewarding cultural experience for your whole family and gives a student the opportunity of a lifetime.
If you or someone you know might be interested in hosting, please reach out!
📞 Cody Haas: 832-374-4850
📞 Raigan Haas: 832-374-4164
You can also learn more at www.ciee.org/host
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02/20/2026

Curious about what it’s really like to host a foreign exchange student? We hear you! From costs and everyday life, we’ve got the answers to the most common questions families ask.

Swipe through our graphics to see how hosting works — and how simple (and rewarding!) it can be.

Hosting isn’t about perfection — it’s about opening your home, your heart, and your family to a new experience. 💛

Have a question that wasn’t answered? Drop it in the comments or send us a message, we’d love to help!

02/17/2026

We are now Local Coordinators with CIEE!

That means we get to connect amazing international high school students with local families who are willing to open their homes and hearts for a life-changing cultural experience.

Hosting an exchange student isn't just about providing a place to stay- it's about:
Building lifelong friendships
Bringing the world into your home
Creating unforgettable memories for your family

We'll be supporting both students and host families every step of the way, and we are so excited to serve our community in this role.

If you've ever thought about hosting - or just want to learn more- send us a message! we would love to talk with you.

-Raigan and Cody Haas