Preparing for Student Arrivals: A Guide for Host Families This School ...
As the new school year approaches, excitement is building—not just for students, but for host families too! Hosting an international student is a rewarding experience that brings cultural exchange, new perspectives, and lasting ... Read More
Explaining the Fourth of July to Your International Student: A Guide f...
As a host family, one of the most rewarding parts of your journey is introducing your international student to American culture and traditions. The Fourth of July, also known as Independence Day, is one of the most iconic holidays... Read More
From Host Home to Global Design Recognition: Jenny Phung’s Journey!
This past month, ARD Stephen Glaspie had the joy of catching up with Jenny Phung, a proud alumna of Montini Catholic High School’s Class of 2020. Jenny recently graduated from the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), and h... Read More
Celebrating Graduates: A Special Thank You to Our Host Families!
As another school year comes to a close, we find ourselves in one of the most meaningful moments of the international student journey—graduation. For many students, this marks not just the end of high school, but the beginning o... Read More
Hosting International Students This Summer? Celebrate with Their Cultu...
For many international students, summer is typically a time to return home, reconnect with family, and enjoy familiar cultural traditions. But when students stay in the U.S. over the summer, it can be a season full of mixed emotio... Read More
Celebrating the Dragon Boat Festival in Your Host Home!
Honoring Culture, Connection, and Tradition this May As host families, one of the greatest joys is learning about and participating in the cultural traditions of your international students. This May, consider celebrating the ... Read More