“I am so grateful for this opportunity …” On our yearly incentive trip with ICES in Belgium, I was very lucky to meet up with two of my very first students when I was a Local Coordinator for them. These two young lady’s showed us around for the day in Bruges. My husband (and local coordinator) Tim and I … Read More
Brazilian Vitoria Hahn loves discovering new things
Brazilian Vitoria Hahn loves discovering new things The Eclipse, Kearlsley, Michigan, November 30, 2016 by Haylie Brooks / Reporter ICES exchange student Vitoria Hahn expresses a love for discovering new things and seeing the world from different points of view. Hahn is from Porto Alegre, Brazil. There she lives with her father Oscar, mother Giovana, and younger brother Bernardo. … Read More
Little did I know how exciting and rewarding my life would become
Little did I know how exciting and rewarding my life would become ‘What a difference a year makes’ is perhaps a trite and over-used expression in America but oh so true in my life! Last year, some time late in February, I received what I thought was an unusual call from a very jolly man (George Barley) asking me … Read More
From the view of a Local Coordinator
From the view of a Local Coordinator I would first like to say I am not biased at ALL, however, I work with some of the most wonderful, caring and loving people in Teresa Kelly and Kim Shreve. I joined ICES under the supervision of Teresa Kelly, Field Manager in WV who so happens to be under Kim Shreve, … Read More
“One of the most rewarding things that our family has done”
“one of the most rewarding things that our family has done” When our family hosted our first student 13 years ago we had no idea of what kind of impact it would have on our lives. Over the years we have hosted 14 students now. Each student having their own amazing talents. Being able to have an impact on … Read More
We could not be happier about deciding to have a foreign exchange student
We could not be happier about deciding to have a foreign exchange student We were nervous about how well our two young boys would adapt to a new roommate, but they absolutely love it! My husband and I were also nervous about the change in schedules and how well we would be able to keep up. It’s a reality … Read More
In the cool waters of Oregon
ICES exchange student Tommaso from Italy has made himself a name in the cool waters of Oregon Local masters swimmers introduced Marshfield exchange student Tommaso Gabi of Italy to swimming on the Oregon Coast at Eel Lake during Labour Day weekend. The swimmers, who typically swim at Mingus Park Pool, have been swimming in the 68-degree lake while the … Read More
Hosting an exchange student has been an amazing experience…
Hosting an exchange student has been an amazing experience… … for my family, but it can be challenging at times. You think everyone teaches their children the same way you teach yours, but that is so not the case. At first we were all excited looking at children, reading their stories and trying to find the right one that … Read More
Congrats Math Geniuses!
Congrats Math Geniuses! 3 students from Richwood High School in Nicholas County were invited to attend the WV State Math Field Day competition at Fairmont State University April 30, 2016. Junho placed 5th and was named the most valuable team member and will attend the National Math Field Day competition in Pennsylvania in June. Shown from left to right: … Read More
ICES foreign exchange student joins Russellville Lady Cyclones basketball team, Arkansas
ICES foreign exchange student joins Russellville Lady Cyclones basketball team, Arkansas Ester is a senior from Valladolid, Spain. “The first friends I made here were on the basketball team,” she said. “My host family found out I like to play, so they said I should join, so I did.” “The gym is crazy,” she said. “I walk in here, and I’m … Read More