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We are a non-profit organization aimed at enhancing the local community through families and schools opening their doors to high school foreign exchange students!

07/04/2025

Happy birthday to America
We love you

10/15/2024

Myth Buster Mindset

Myth:
I can’t host an exchange student, I’m not rich.

BUSTED:
This is a myth!!! You don’t have to be “rich” to host an exchange student. The only requirement is to house them, feed them and love them like your own! Our students have their own medical insurance and money to cover all the things they need: school, clothes, extra curricular, shopping, phone bill, etc.

I will never forget the first time I met with a family about hosting they said “Well, we would have hosted a long time ago, I thought you had to be rich!”

Don’t let that stop you from hosting an exchange student! Let’s chat and let me tell you how easy it is to host and be a part of this amazing opportunity to host!!!

09/10/2024

Did you know that I can place exchange students most anywhere in the US! 🇺🇸 The 24-25 placement season has ended, but now is the time to start thinking about next year! Are you feeling FOMO? 😟 Do you wish you had said Yes, I can do that, even for just a short time? Well, your opportunity has arrived!! 🤩

We are already receiving student applications for the 25-26 school year, both for just a semester in January, or the full year starting next August. Be the first to choose the best fit for your home and community! Start now communicating with your new son or daughter overseas! 🔥 We can make that happen! No more Fear of Missing Out on one of the greatest experiences ever!

Will you open your ❤️ and home 🏠 for the school year or a short term semester? We have lots of students to choose from and I can help find one that would be a good fit for you. 🫶🏼

08/15/2024

To my friends, family and acquaintances in West Michigan and beyond! I need your help‼️ Can you please help me spread the word? We have exchange students from several different countries who still are looking for their host families for this fall! :O If you know of anyone in any of the school districts below that would possibly be a welcome family for 6 to 8 weeks, it would be amazing if you could help spread the word! Please send this out to your network, and anyone who shares and refers a family to me that hosts will receive a Referral Fee 💲 for your help! We have 38 students needing homes yet by the end of August for this year's school start! The schools listed below currently have an opening or more for a student(s). Perhaps, hosting two would be fun for empty nesters! My hubby and I do that! :)

West Michigan Open Schools:
Allegan High School
Byron Center High School - 1 spot
Byron Center Charter
Cedar Springs High School
East Kentwood High School
Fennville High School
Fruitport High School
Godwin Heights High School
Grand Haven High School
Grand River Prep
Hamilton High School
Hastings High School
Holland High School
Hopkins High School
Kenowa Hills High School
Kent City High School
Lowell High School
Martin High School
Muskegon High School
Northview High School
Oakridge High School
Orchard View High School
Otsego High School
Plainwell High School
Ravenna High School
Saugatuck High School
Spring Lake High School
Wayland Union High School
Wellspring Preparatory High School

07/22/2024

I don’t know who needs to hear this today but...
Your kids aren’t too young
You aren’t to old
You are fun enough
It’s ok if you don’t have kids at home
Empty nester
Single mom or dad
Everyone is busy
Whatever your reasons for putting off hosting an exchange student, the time is now. Don’t miss your opportunity to provide a loving family during one of the most crucial years in a kid's life. You are somebody’s perfect family!
Reach out to me to become a volunteer host family and start making these incredible memories for your family. If you can't commit to a whole school year or for one semester, ask me about being a welcome family. Reach out to me today!

07/17/2024

Ok all - show me by your emoji where you fall into today's National Tattoo Day! I am a 😢 but I'm not sad about it!

05/15/2024

Where in the World Wednesday!

21 Facts you did not know about Japan:

1. Japan consists of over 6,800 islands, with the four largest being Honshu, Hokkaido, Kyushu, and Shikoku.
2. The Japanese word "karaoke" comes from "kara" meaning "empty" and "oke" meaning "orchestra," essentially meaning "empty orchestra."
3. Japan has the highest life expectancy in the world, with an average lifespan of around 85 years.
4. The Japanese railway system is one of the most punctual in the world, with trains typically running on time to the second.
5. Japan is home to over 1,500 earthquakes each year due to its location on the Pacific Ring of Fire.
6. The Japanese art of flower arrangement, known as ikebana, focuses on harmony, balance, and simplicity.
7. Japan has more than 50,000 people who are over 100 years old, making it one of the world's leaders in centenarians.
8. The Japanese consume about 24 billion instant ramen packs each year.
9. Sumo wrestling is Japan's national sport and has a history spanning over 1,500 years.
10. Japan has over 6,000 islands that are uninhabited.
11. The Japanese city of Fukuoka has the world's first subway system to have been hit by a typhoon.
12. In Japan, tipping is considered rude and is not customary in restaurants or other service industries.
13. The Japanese archipelago stretches over 3,000 kilometers from north to south.
14. The world's oldest company still in operation, Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan, has been operating since 705 AD and is located in Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan.
15. Japan has the second-largest music market in the world, after the United States.
16. There's a Japanese island called Ōkunoshima, commonly known as "Rabbit Island," where hundreds of friendly rabbits roam freely.
17. Japan has more than 3,000 McDonald's restaurants, the second-highest number of McDonald's outlets in the world after the United States.
18. Japan has more than 200 volcanoes, 108 of which are considered active.
19. The world's shortest escalator, located in Kawasaki, Japan, has only five steps.
20. Japan has more than 6,000 islands inhabited by humans.
21. Japan has one of the lowest rates of obesity in the world, partially due to its traditional diet and emphasis on portion control.

04/23/2024

Are you still thinking about hosting an exchange student? Ever wondered what it was like or what to do with a new "family member" temporarily? Check out these books from Amazon! Time to get your "read on" and host one of our many students need homes for the upcoming school year!

📚 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀! 𝗗𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 "𝗔𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗿'𝘀 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗛𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀" and unlock the secrets to a rewarding hosting experience. Whether you're a seasoned host family or considering hosting for the first time, this comprehensive guide is your go-to resource for making the most of your hosting journey.
Discover practical tips, heartfelt stories, and invaluable insights from experienced hosts that will inspire and empower you every step of the way. From preparing your home to navigating cultural differences, this book has you covered.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to embark on a life-changing adventure and make a lasting impact on a student's life. Purchase your copy now and start your hosting journey today! 🌍🏠

02/21/2024

Looking to hire mature, responsible, self-motivated individuals to fill work-from-home positions with a U.S. State Department accredited non-profit organization that works with High School Foreign Exchange Students. Must be at least 25 years old, be able to pass a background check, have a valid driver's license, access to internet and be able to join Zoom calls. Set your own hours and you can work around a full-time job. Are you a stay-at-home parent, but would like to make your own money without putting your kids in daycare? Perfect for you! Work from your home while making a major difference around the world! Position also offers international travel opportunities.

01/14/2024

Happy second week of January! 🎉 We are starting the placement season for students that will be arriving in August for the 24/25 academic school year and we would like you to be a part of it! 💕 We have students ready and waiting to be assigned to their new host families for their upcoming school year. I have profiles and students from many different countries both male and female from 15 to 18 years old. Let me know who you would like to open your heart at home to for the upcoming year! ❤️

08/10/2023

Check out this young man from Poland! He is excited to be an exchange student, and we are looking for a great family willing to host him. Call, text or direct messaged me to let me know if you have interest in him. 616-293-7280

Address

Kentwood, MI
49508

Telephone

+16164552080

Website

http://centralmidwest.iseusa.org/

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