Students
“This program was one of the most wonderful experiences of my life. A real confidence-builder for me! In my family stay I made friends for life!”
French Student, WI
"Thank you so much for making me do a family stay--it would not have been my own choice--I wouldn't have done it and I would have missed out on so much!"
French Student, WI
“My family stay was the best part: food, talking about issues, going to school and seeing the sights!”
German Student, MO
“The whole experience was entirely beneficial - you learn a lot about the foreign culture and yourself!”
German Student, WI
"I loved everything about my family stay. The friendships I made were great. Everyone I met was friendly. This part of the trip was one of the greatest experiences of my life."
German Student, MN
"My favorite part of the trip was the family stay. It was when I learned the most Spanish. Also, I made friends that I never thought I would get the chance to meet."
Spanish Student, WI
“This trip was one of the greatest experiences of my life. It was well planned, and I feel like I got a good cross-section of both tourist attractions and typical Spanish life.”
Spanish Student, IA
“I loved ‘becoming a member’ of a Spanish family. My family was so wonderful and loving. I learned to be more accepting and open to new people and foods.”
Spanish Student, WV
Teachers
"I would never travel with any other educational program than ISE. It is the best around, most reasonable for students in cost and the homestay is always a plus."
German Teacher, OR
"I am reaping great dividends from our trip to Mexico this summer. My students are MUCH more confident and willing to try for comprehension. I'd say that's a great success!"
Spanish Teacher, WI
"I always feel reassured when I travel with ISE that there is a team of professionals to help me whenever I encounter a problem."
World Language Curriculum Specialist, NE
"ISE is top-notch with a caring and personal staff! No question went unanswered. I know that ISE and its language commitment are the right choice for me as a teacher and for my students as language learners."
Spanish Teacher, WI
"Keep up the good work, ISE! Your attentiveness and prompt response to any queries, issues and situations is impeccable!"
French teacher, IL
"Thank you once again for helping provide this opportunity for my students. They were truly awed and appreicative and I'm always sorry that you don't get to see those moments first-hand yourselves."
Spanish teacher, IA
"I don't expect miracles. I saw personal growth, which is truly my biggest goal. Eyes were opened and many life lessons were learned on this trip. I was thrilled at the improvement in their comprehension skills and I know that they experienced the culture in a positive way."
French teacher, MN
