Host an International High School Exchange Student (Paducah, KY)
SHARE! High School Exchange Program · Paducah, KY · 1 mo ago
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About the Program
ERDT/SHARE! is a global non‑profit educational foundation that has been providing international student exchange services to host families and international teens since 1974. The SHARE! High School Exchange Program invites caring individuals and families to open their homes to a high‑school exchange student for a semester or a full school year.
Student Profile
- Age: 14–18 years old
- Countries of origin include France, Germany, Spain, Italy, Poland, Japan, South Korea, China, Brazil, Mexico, and many others
- Speaks English
- Has comprehensive medical insurance
- Receives spending money for personal expenses
- Carefully screened and selected before arriving in the United States
Who Can Host
There is no “perfect” host family. The program welcomes a variety of household types, including:
- Two‑parent families (with or without children)
- Single parents
- Single adults
- Retired couples
- Empty nesters
If you have a caring heart, a stable home, and a willingness to welcome a student into your family, you may be the perfect host.
How to Get Involved
To learn more or view available student profiles, contact SHARE! today:
- Phone: 800‑941‑3738
- Website: sharesouthwest.org/contact