Open Your Heart and Home: Become a Host Family for International Students
Dear Scecina Community,
Every year, Scecina welcomes students from around the world to join us on the Eastside of Indianapolis. These young people come to learn English, receive a world-class education, experience American culture, and gain many additional benefits.
What often stands out most in our international students’ memories is the relationship they form with their host families. These relationships often blossom into lifelong friendships!
We are seeking host families for this fall. What is asked of a host family? You need to provide a safe space in your home, a caring and supportive environment for a teenager, transportation to and from school, and meals. Additionally, each Scecina family who has a student at Scecina and hosts an international student receives a $1,000 discount off their own child’s tuition. Host families also receive a helpful monthly financial stipend.
We have three international students who need to be placed in a home for the 2024-25 school year:
- Beatriz Soriano from Presidente Prudente, Brazil, will be in 11th grade and is here for the first semester. Beatriz loves animals, which is not surprising as both her parents are veterinarians.
- Stefano Dalle Nogare from Rome loves to work out and stay fit. Stefano is joining us for three months (August through October).
- Viet Duc Hoang from Vietnam was with us last year and is returning to graduate. He is an excellent student and wants to attend Indiana University next year. He needs a new host family as his previous family had a change in circumstances that prevents them from hosting this year.
The benefits to the host family and the students last a lifetime. We have had international students at Scecina for the past 40 years, and many friendships that began this way are still strong today. Host families often attend weddings and other life events of their international students.
Please contact me if you are interested in hosting. I am available to discuss all aspects of hosting with you and your family. I look forward to hearing from you soon and thank you for considering my request.
Sincerely,
John Hegarty
Director of International Programs
317-258-5159
jhegarty@scecina.org
