Local high school students interested in becoming exchange students are being sought by the nonprofit ASSE International Student Exchange Program.

Exchange students live with a caring host family while attending high school and learning about the language and culture of their chosen host country. Countries included may be European countries, Canada, Mexico, China, Japan, Thailand, Vietnam, Australia, New Zealand or South Africa.

Students interested in becoming an exchange student abroad for either an academic year, semester or summer program can call (800) 733-2773, or visit http://www.asse.com.