For this week’s Thank You Thursday, we are sharing a fantastic letter written by Fitore from Kosovo, who is spending her 2023/24 school year in Texas, with the Youth Exchange and Study (YES) Program sponsored by the US Department of State! From the excitement of attending baseball games to the joy of witnessing her host parents cheer on … Continue reading
Category Archives: Thank You Thursdays
Aspect Foundation’s inbox is flooded with notes from students expressing their gratitude for the experience they have had on student exchange. Every Thursday, we post one of these notes, sharing the “warm fuzzies” with all of you!
Thank You Thursday – Mandy and Patricia
For this week’s Thank You Thursday, we continue to share the heartfelt thank you notes from our 2023/24 Aspect students as they convey their appreciation to their American host families for welcoming them to their homes and hearts. Mandy from the Netherlands expresses her gratitude for her unforgettable year, while Patricia from Moldova, who is … Continue reading
Thank You Thursday – Mirja, Jennifer, and Mariam
For today’s Thank You Thursday, we’re absolutely thrilled to share not just one, but three wonderful thank-you letters from our 2023/24 students – Mariam from Georgia who is part of the Future Leaders Exchange (FLEX) program sponsored by the Department of State as well as Mirja from Germany and Jennifer from Italy. Each student thanks their American … Continue reading
Thank You Thursday – Carla from Spain
To celebrate the first Thursday of the year, we want to share a special Thank You letter written by Carla from Spain, who expresses her gratitude to her host family, who greeted her with open arms and warm smiles. As Carla reflects on her experience, she is filled with appreciation for the kindness and support … Continue reading
Thank You Thursday – Giorgia from Italy
For this week’s Thank you Thursday, we’re excited to feature a thoughtful letter written by Giorgia from Italy! As she arrived in Texas for the 2023-24 school year, Giorgia initially felt a mixture of excitement and nervousness, unsure of what to expect in a new and unfamiliar environment. However, her worries quickly faded away as … Continue reading
Thank You Thursday – Saule from Lithuania
As we celebrate the spirit of gratitude during this special month, we wanted to share a wonderful letter written by Saule from Lithuania, who is spending her 2023-24 year with the Future Leaders Exchange (FLEX) program sponsored by the Department of State. Saule’s American adventure began when she arrived in Illinois and was welcomed with … Continue reading
Thank You Thursday – Lucia from Spain
There is no better time than the month of giving thanks to share our first thank you letter from one of our 2023-24 students! Lucia from Spain has always dreamt of becoming an exchange student in America, and thanks to her incredible American host family, dedicated International Coordinator, and supportive community, her lifelong dream has … Continue reading
Thank You Thursday – Annelle from Germany
Thank You Thursday is here! On this delightful day, we take pleasure in sharing heartwarming stories from our incredible students as they express their gratitude to their American host families, communities, and International Coordinators. Today, we are delighted to feature a beautiful letter written by Annelle from Germany, who spent her 2022/23 year in the … Continue reading
Thank You Thursday – Marion from France
As September ushers into a new chapter, we wanted to share a special thank you letter written by Marion from France, who spent her 2022/23 year in Utah. From embarking on family hikes to experiencing the excitement of prom, the year was packed with unforgettable moments! Her heartfelt letter not only captures her gratitude, but … Continue reading
Thank You Thursday – Orlane from France
For this week’s Thank You Thursday, we have the pleasure of hearing from Orlane from France, who spent her 2022/23 year in Salt Lake City, Utah! From exhilarating horseback rides to immersive hikes in Utah’s stunning national parks, she describes her time abroad as “the best experience of my life” – all thanks to the … Continue reading