Host an International High School Exchange Student (Fort Worth, TX)

About the role

SHARE! High School Exchange Program is seeking caring individuals and families to host international exchange students for a semester or a full school year. Hosted students are 14–18 years old, come from a variety of countries (including France, Germany, Spain, Italy, Poland, Japan, South Korea, China, Brazil, Mexico, and many others), and will live with you, attend the local high school, and become a true member of your family while sharing their own culture and traditions.

Who can host

• Two‑parent families (with or without children)
• Single parents
• Single adults
• Retired couples
• Empty nesters

Requirements

• A caring heart and willingness to welcome a student into your family
• A stable home environment
• Ability to provide a safe, supportive living space for the duration of the exchange

Benefits

• Students speak English
• Comprehensive medical insurance provided for the student
• Spending money for personal expenses is included
• Students are carefully screened and selected before arriving in the United States

Contact

To learn more or view available student profiles, contact SHARE! at 800‑941‑3738 or visit sharesouthwest.org/contact.