One of the greatest experiences of my life So this is Christmas And what have you done Another year over And a new one just begun… (John Lennon) Christmas is over, however for me it was very special and symbolic just like the timeless song by John Lennon. Not only it meant the break of the previous and … Read More
Exchange student adapts to American culture in Senatobia
– Southern Comfort – Exchange student adapts to American culture in Senatobia Tate Talk, Mississippi, January 23, 2018 by Brett Brown / Reporter Damian Jimenez has only lived in Senatobia for six months. In that short time, he has adapted to the many variances that southern culture has to offer while attending Senatobia High School as an exchange student. … Read More
“The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page”
“The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page” What better way to connect with other exchange students in your area and learn more about America than taking a field trip? Right before Christmas break, a group of 21 ICES exchange students living in Alabama had the opportunity to visit Nashville, Tennessee. They … Read More
“You can call it an ADVENTURE!”
“You can call it an ADVENTURE!” After I decided to do this program, it would mean that I would leave my parents and sister, by air across the world, for 12 hours and live in another country with people I had never met, and use another language for ten months—— Just by myself! Could you imagine this crazy idea … Read More
I wish I could stop the time
I wish I could stop the time I can’t believe that it is a half way over. I wish I could stop the time. It is terrifying and exciting at the same time that there are only 5 more months. I’m gonna enjoy all of it. So far it has been the hardest, the most challenging and the best … Read More
Brazilian exchange student hopes to develop independence
Brazilian exchange student hopes to develop independence The Eclipse, Kearlsley, Michigan, January 8, 2018 by Jenna Robinson / Managing Editor Brazilian foreign exchange student Carlos Macedo arrived in the United States in August, seeking an exciting insight into the American way of life. “I came to America because I wanted to have different experiences from the ones I am used … Read More
Double the Fun!
Double the Fun! My husband, son, and I are hosting Martin from Argentina and Nadine from Brazil. Both Martin and Nadine are just here for 5 months. They both leave in a few weeks and we will miss them terribly. It has been quite an experience having three teenagers in our home at once. We are so pleased that … Read More
Being with other exchange students from all over the world made this experience unforgettable
Being with other exchange students from all over the world made this experience unforgettable I’ve enjoyed San Francisco so much! The trip was amazing and I had a lot of fun. This experience gave me the opportunity to get to know people from other countries, sharing our cultures and traditions. The trip was well organized and I loved visiting … Read More
The San Francisco trip was one of the greatest experiences of my life!
The San Francisco trip was one of the greatest experiences of my life! I got to explore San Francisco for the first time and it was amazing! I even got to try things that I would never have imagined I would be doing in the near future. For example, when we went to Six Flags I went on some … Read More
‘Tis the Season!
‘Tis the Season! This holiday season has been even more special thanks to our Danish Exchange Student Morten and his family! They sent us a package in November that contained their Danish Holiday Tradition – celebration of Christmas Month – opening a gift every day of December leading up to Christmas. I had to decorate an additional tree in … Read More