SEM SH20 Student Application Distribution and Arrival Info
As we shift gears toward SH20 placements, we wish to make hosting volunteers and placement teams aware that the first SH20 students will be distributed for placement today (Oct 7).
Author: Steve Thrush
AFS in the Media
AFS has been highlighted in the media in the past few weeks – check out these great stories!
Meet Xianqi from China and Natan from Bolivia!
Welcome or refer a family to host Xianqi from China or Natan from Bolivia!
Drumbeat: Share our Chinese Exchange Student Email Template!
Currently, we have five Chinese Exchange Students waiting for host families in the U.S.! Share this email template to encourage families to welcome a Chinese Exchange Student into their home this fall.
Exciting Details About Our New Website!
We are thrilled to announce the upcoming launch of our new website and application portal! This launch is scheduled for the week of October 7.
Register NOW for the October Support Webinar!
In October, the Monthly Support Webinar will focus on supporting Italian students. The webinar is scheduled for October 10 at 8pm ET- 7pm CT- 6pm MT- 5pm PT.
Volunteer Spotlight: Lindsay Norman from the Georgia Area Team
AFS-USA is also pleased to spotlight Lindsay Norman of the Georgia team this month. Lindsay has been a volunteer since 2014. Lindsay has been an integral part of helping to develop the Savannah chapter in the Georgia team. Congratulations Lindsay!
Volunteer Spotlight: Linda Mellis from the Greater Chicago Area Team
This month AFS-USA is also pleased to spotlight Linda Mellis of the Greater Chicago team. Linda has been a volunteer since 2000. Linda was an AFS student to the Netherlands and carries her love for exchange into everything she does for the Chicago team. Congratulations Linda!
Updated Volunteer Registration Interviewer Online Training
The online Volunteer Registration Interviewer training has been redeveloped and updated with new and improved information.
All Remaining Host Students Now Nationally Available!
There are approximately 30 more students who are eagerly waiting to begin their AFS program in the U.S. All of them are now available to go anywhere in the country and you can read about them on the MyAFS Placements Widget under All Available.