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How to help your exchange student get around
CIEE High School USA participants are not allowed to drive. As such, host families are expected to help their international student arrange transportation. But don’t worry – this does not... keep reading
#CIEEHostFamilyAdvice: Preparing for Arrival
We might have over 70 years of experience in international exchange, but our host families are the real exports! Every month, we ask our community to share with us their... keep reading
End-of-Year Advice From Experienced Host Families
Life changing experiences deserve a little acknowledgment and processing--and an exchange year is a life changing experience for everyone involved! As this year wraps up, set aside some time to... keep reading
How To Beat the Winter Blues As A Host Family
Got the winter blues? This is the time of year that host families often feel burnt out and ready for the school year to come to an end. It is... keep reading
Cultural Adjustment: Understanding What Your Student Feels
In past installments of the host family newsletter, we have provided tips and advice to help you manage cultural adjustment issues during the holidays; now, we would like to tackle... keep reading
Keeping Your Student Active and Engaged During the Holidays
The holiday break can be a challenging time for exchange students. Being away from school and their newfound American friends leaves much time to be filled. If this time is... keep reading