Tips for parents

Dear parent,
Welcome to STS and congratulations on making the fantastic decision to send your teen on a life-changing high school exchange program with STS! This journey is all about embracing a new culture, improving language skills, building lifelong friendships, and creating memories they’ll cherish forever.

At STS, we work closely with our placement partners to ensure that our programs meet the highest standards of quality. As a parent, you play a key role in helping your teen prepare for this exciting adventure. Discussing cultural differences, managing expectations, and providing support will help them transition smoothly. The below step-by-step guide offers useful tips to prepare you and your teen for this journey.

Thank you for trusting STS with your teen’s exchange journey.
We’re here to support you and your family every step of the way!