Paul (16) from GermanyJohannes (15) from GermanyJulius (16) from GermanyHannah (14) from Germany
Paul is a curious and thoughtful student from Germany who is preparing for a music-focused exchange stay in the Czech Republic. He plays the flute and is a member of his school orchestra, enjoying collaborative music-making. At school, he is most interested in science and computer studies because he likes to understand how things work. In his free time, he enjoys programming, reading, playing chess, and board and computer games. He is involved in several clubs, including theater, competitions, and first aid. From his exchange experience, he hopes to gain new friendships, cultural insights, and a deeper understanding of the Czech environment.
Languages: german, english, french
Planned arrival: late August 2025
Planned departure: late June / early July 2026
Program type: music exchange program
Johannes is a social and creative student with a passion for music and art. He has been playing the cello for 10 years, sings in the school choir, and enjoys exploring different music genres. His other interests include inline skating, sewing, and learning about new cultures and languages. His friends describe him as helpful and friendly, with a perfectionist streak. He spends time with his family over shared dinners and occasional church visits, while with friends, he enjoys music, walks, and tea gatherings. Through his exchange experience, he hopes to gain new experiences, become more independent, and deepen his understanding of Czech culture. He is open to trying new activities and looks forward to everything this journey has to offer.
Languages: german, english, french, czech
Planned arrival: late August 2025
Planned departure: late June / early July 2026
Program type: music exchange program
Julius is a passionate musician who plays the trumpet and piano and sings in a school choir. He loves music and mathematics and plans to study either music or language history. He describes himself as friendly, musically talented, and respectful. In his free time, he practices karate, enjoys baking, reading, and traveling. Coming from a musically inclined family, he often plays in a family band or goes on hiking trips. Julius is excited about experiencing new cultural adventures during his exchange year, which he believes will help him grow personally.
Languages: german, english, latin
Planned arrival: late August 2025
Planned departure: late June / early July 2026
Program type: music exchange program
Hannah is a creative and reliable student who loves music and has been playing the piano for two years. She enjoys discovering new music genres, from rock to classical, and spends her free time drawing, baking, and playing video games with friends. She also enjoys visiting museums,attending concerts, and cooking with her family. Her friends describe her as kind, empathetic, and always willing to help others. She looks forward to her exchange year, where she hopes to experience a new culture, make new friends, and improve her language skills. She is eager to try new activities, such as ice skating, and experience things she wouldn’t have had the chance to do otherwise.
Languages: german, english, french, czech
Planned arrival: late August 2025
Planned departure: late June / early July 2026
Program type: music exchange program
Students, who already found their host families
Hanna (17) from JapanLukas (15) from GermanyJulieta (16) from ChileOtgontamir (16) from MongoliaSandra (4) from Spain
Hanna describes herself as cheerful, honest, and friendly. She is very determined and a team player. She has been playing the piano and oboe for several years and also enjoys recreational swimming. She is passionate about physics, which she finds fascinating because of its connection to real life. During her exchange, she hopes to discover new activities and values that will broaden her horizons. She loves music, outdoor activities, and spending time with her dog, whom she often takes for walks.
Languages: japanese, english
Planned arrival: late August 2025
Planned departure: late June / early July 2026
Program type: classic exchange program
Lukas is passionate about economics and plans to study financial markets in the future. He enjoys cooking, baking, watching football, and photographing cars, which he often shares on social media. He plays the trombone and likes exploring different music genres, except classical. Lukas describes himself as extroverted, friendly, and reliable, though sometimes forgetful. He is used to doing household chores, such as taking care of younger siblings, cleaning, and laundry. During his exchange, he wants to explore Czech culture, connect with his family roots, and try new activities like mushroom picking.
Languages: german, english, czech
Planned arrival: late August 2025
Planned departure: late June / early July 2026
Program type: classic exchange program
Julieta is a dedicated and curious student, passionate about physics, language, and cinema. She is actively involved in community service through the Interact Club and enjoys reading as a member of the Lunar Reading Club. Julieta loves football, gaming, and outdoor activities, and she values meaningful connectionswith family and friends. She plans to study Political Science and pursue a diplomatic career after her exchange year in the Czech Republic.
Languages: spanish, english
Planned arrival: late August 2025
Planned departure: late June / early July 2026
Program type: classic exchange program
Otgontamir is a determined and friendly student from Mongolia with an interest in natural sciences, psychology, and ecology. She leads the eco club at school and is also a member of the psychology club. She enjoys basketball, swimming, and playing the piano. In her free time, she practices nail art and loves watching football and basketball. Her friends describe her as optimistic and always willing to help. Through her exchange program, she hopes to gain new experiences, improve her language skills, and learn more about Czech culture. She plans to study veterinary medicine at a university in the Czech Republic.
Languages: mongolian
Planned arrival: late August 2025
Planned departure: late June / early July 2026
Program type: classic exchange program
Sandra is calm, kind, and empathetic, with a strong interest in scientific subjects, history, and philosophy. She is also a young world traveler. In her free time, she plays the piano and electric guitar, rides horses, plays tennis, reads, and draws. Her friends describe her as emotionally strong, intelligent, and always willing to give advice or brighten someone's day. Sandra hopes to explore new activities during her exchange year, such as ice skating and dancing, and learn more about herself. She enjoys spending time with her family, watching movies, and playing games together.
Languages: spanish, english
Planned arrival: late August 2025
Planned departure: late June / Early July 2026
Program type: classic exchange program
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