AFS Student Exchanges

AFS Student Exchanges

The Emerald Heights International School has pioneered transformative intercultural exchange programs in collaboration with partner schools and organizations across the globe. These initiatives serve as a gateway to enriching global experiences, opening doors to the diverse cultures of various nations. Through these programs, our students embark on journeys to countries that span continents, including the United States, Russia, Germany, France, Spain, Paraguay, Argentina, Brazil, South Africa, Colombo, Egypt, the United Kingdom, Azerbaijan, Trinidad and Tobago, Mexico, Indonesia, Japan, and Hungary. Simultaneously, we take pride in hosting students from these very nations, fostering a vibrant cross-cultural exchange that bridges geographical boundaries. The duration of these immersive exchange programs typically ranges from two weeks to a full academic year.

Notably, Emerald Heights has had the privilege of hosting students through the distinguished NSLI-Y program, a remarkable initiative under the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. The National Security Language Initiative for Youth (NSLI-Y) program stands as a testament to our commitment to educational excellence. This program extends merit-based scholarships to high school students, enabling their participation in summer and academic year immersion programs situated in locations where the eight NSLI-Y languages are spoken. These languages encompass Arabic, Indonesian, Chinese (Mandarin), Hindi, Korean, Persian (Tajiki), Russian, and Turkish.

The crux of NSLI-Y’s impact lies in its ability to immerse participants in the cultural tapestry of the host country. By providing both formal and informal language practice, the program offers a holistic learning experience that transcends classroom education. Beyond linguistic proficiency, NSLI-Y nurtures a lasting fascination for foreign languages and cultures, sparking a flame of curiosity that continues to burn bright throughout participants’ lives.

AFS Global STEM

In embracing these exchange opportunities and hosting endeavors, The Emerald Heights International School not only fosters a global perspective among its students but also contributes to a broader tapestry of international understanding and goodwill. Through these initiatives, we aspire to cultivate a generation of compassionate, culturally aware individuals prepared to navigate an increasingly interconnected world.

AFS, in collaboration with British Petroleum (BP), proudly presents the esteemed BP Global STEM Academies Program. This visionary initiative is meticulously crafted to empower students hailing from diverse corners of the globe, nurturing their expertise in knowledge domains crucial for our world’s future – sustainability, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). An integral facet of the program is the cultivation of intercultural learning among students, fostering a comprehensive skill set that transcends traditional boundaries.