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See What it's Like to Host a Student
Watch this video and hear from some of our host families and International students on what this experience is like. We are currently preparing for the arrival of 2nd Semester International students in mid-January. We're also looking to build up our pool of Welcome/Temporary Host Families, please contact Heatherly Allard if you are interested in hosting a student. Allard@rmhsvt.org, 802-862-6521x214
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Host an International Student!
Host an Exchange Student and help their dream of an American education come true!
Every year Rice welcomes about 30 international students from all over the world. They live with host families and attend high school full time. Many are student-athletes and play high level hockey, soccer, or football with the goal of continuing their sports careers in college. These students balance a demanding practice and game schedule with rigorous academics.
Hosting is easy and rewarding!- Learn about another culture and share our culture
- Build friendships that can last a lifetime
- Select a student based on nationality, age or gender that shares similar interests
- Host family stipends are available
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About Our Incoming Students
We are preparing for the arrival of our new students in August. Here are some of the students we are looking to match with families:
- David from Peru: David will be a senior and loves soccer and keeping active and making new friends.
- Mathias from Denmark: Mathias will be a senior and is looking forward to playing football competitively, skiing and training.
- Patricia from Spain: Patricia will be a Sophomore and enjoys soccer, lacrosse and spending time with her friends
- Johannes from Germany: Johannes will be a junior and likes all things outdoors, hiking, exploring and skiing. He will be at Rice for the first semester.
- Sara from Italy: Sara will be a senior and here for 3 months Aug-Nov. She is looking forward to her US experience and making friends.
And many more!
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What it Takes
Host families welcome students into their home and care for them as if they were part of the family. International students want to experience living in Vermont and participate in activities you probably already do: apple picking, hiking, celebrating Thanksgiving, skiing. Ultimately, they want to have a memorable high school experience and a safe, place to live and study.
Host families provide:- A bedroom
- Three meals/day
- Internet access
- Transportation to and from school and events
Host family stipends start at $600 per month and offset expenses like transportation and meals.
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Take the First Step
Our International Student program depends on the generosity of host families who welcome these students into their homes. If you or someone you know are willing to open your home AND heart to these exceptional students, complete the contact form here or contact Heatherly directly:
Heatherly Allard, Director of International Admissions
Allard@rmhsvt.org
+1 (802)862-6521x214
Download the Host Family Application
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