Each year a group of students from Vigo, Spain come to the North Reading and Swampscott area for the month of July. They stay with host families to provide a meaningful and authentic international experience for both the visiting students and the families involved. There will be organized daytrips available to your own children to participate and spend leisure time with the exchange students. The students are between the ages of 13 and 19 and many families with younger children have participated and have had a very rewarding experience. Host families will provide room and board but a private bedroom is not needed. Students will have sufficient spending money. If you are interested in hosting, please contact high school teacher Amy St. Arnaud at amystarnaud@gmail.com.
BENEFITS OF HOSTING
Share Your American Pride:
When you host, you play a direct role in promoting the values of the United States. Living with your family is the best way for students from around the world to become immersed in American democracy, media and debate. When the young man or woman you host goes on to university and a career, the lessons they’ve learned in America will help to shape their decisions for a lifetime.
Learn More About the World
Hosting is an excellent way to learn about Spain without leaving home. Parents and children alike can learn become more familiar with Spanish culture, get personal insight into the world beyond their backyards, and even become excellent international cooks! Living with a student from Spain is an education in itself, and it doesn’t cost a thing. Have Fun Host families and exchange students laugh a lot. Whether laughing over the mispronunciation of words or sharing students’ excitement, host families have a tremendous amount of fun.
