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Highland Rotary Seeking Students for International Exchange Program

The Highland Rotary Club is seeking Highland High School students aged 15-19 who are interested in the chance to participate in the Rotary International Youth Exchange (YEX) program. This long-standing, globally-recognized program provides students with the opportunity to live and study abroad, experience new cultures, and develop leadership skills in one of 100 countries across the world. 

YEX enables students to immerse themselves in a different culture, promoting peace, understanding, and international friendship. Participants attend school in a foreign country, live with host families, and engage in cultural exchange activities that foster global understanding and goodwill. Past participants have reported gaining independence, self-confidence, and new perspectives through real-world experiences provided by the program. They also have built lifelong friendships and connections with fellow exchange students, host families, and Rotarians around the world. Exchange countries sometimes vary from year to year, but generally include districts in Europe, Asia, and South America.
 
For more information, including details about how to apply, visit the Highland Rotary's website.
 
The application deadline is November 15.