Shannon joined Aspect in 2015 and has made an incredible difference as a Team Manager, International Coordinator, and host mom. Shannon and her family have welcomed students into their home with kindness and care, creating memories they’ll cherish forever while offering steady guidance and support. Here’s what some of her students had to say about … Continue reading
Jodi joined Aspect in 2004 as a coordinator. Since then, she’s helped over 600 students find caring host families and create lasting memories. Now a Team Manager, Jodi is like family to many students! We asked a few to share what she means to them and here’s what they said. Mama Jodi, Looking back on … Continue reading
Following Adele’s recent spotlight on our blog, we invited some of her former students to reflect on what she meant to them during their exchange year. Below are a few messages that show how much Adele made them feel welcomed, cared for, and part of something truly special! “Ten years ago, Adele was the first … Continue reading
Meet Adele, one of our incredible Community Managers in Utah who brings warmth, heart, and years of experience to the Aspect team. With a background in fostering, adopting, and working with teens in her church, Adele has always had a passion for supporting young people. Since joining Aspect, she has built unforgettable connections with her … Continue reading
Meet Kristine, one of our amazing coordinators from Washington who’s been making a difference since 2016! Having placed more than 170 students with loving host families, Kristine is passionate about helping students feel supported and seen. In this spotlight, Kristine shares some of her favorite memories as a coordinator along with helpful tips for keeping … Continue reading
Mid-Stay Orientations are an exciting part of the exchange year, bringing students together for bonding, reflection, and new adventures. These orientations are just one of the many ways our coordinators support Aspect students throughout the school year. For example, students from Washington, Colorado, and Nebraska had the opportunity to make lasting memories—whether by taking part … Continue reading
Today, we’re highlighting one of our fantastic coordinators, Megan from Michigan! Megan’s adventure with Aspect began in 2005, and since then, she has been bringing cultures together in every way! Over the years, she has placed over 100 students, but for her, the most meaningful moments come from the little things – game nights, campfires, … Continue reading
Today, we’re shining the spotlight on Laura, one of our wonderful International Coordinators from Nevada! Laura joined the Aspect team in 2023 and recently celebrated a huge milestone – placing her very first student for the 2024-25 school year. Laura shares the advice that’s helped her succeed, what motivates her to keep going, and the … Continue reading
Meet Shannon, a passionate host mom and Aspect Manager who’s been making a difference for over 10 years! Since welcoming her first student in 2015, Shannon has hosted 6 students and supervised over 70, always going above and beyond to support students, host families, and coordinators across multiple states. We’re so lucky to have her … Continue reading
For our International Coordinator Spotlight, we’d like you to meet Heather from Utah! For more than 20 years, Heather has matched over 400 exchange students with host families and knows exactly how to make the perfect pairing. This year, she’s supervising 33 students while teaching part-time and raising a family! As a former exchange student … Continue reading