We are saddened to hear of the extreme devastation in Japan, and our hearts go out to all affected. We know you have heard news reports about warnings along the California coastline, and we want to assure you that our groups are in no danger. We are continuing to monitor the situation closely. Please do not worry! Our highest priority, as always, is to keep your children safe. Read More

Students from abroad and our host students have additional opportunities to study abroad with ECI over the summer. If you’re interested in improving your English in California outside of a group setting, we have our Total Immersion program. Host students still have time to apply to our summer programs in France, Spain, or Costa Rica. Read More

Kirsten Flynn welcomes Klasse 7A from Austria to California. She has hosted twice in the past for students from France and Spain, and is looking forward to being a part of an ECI trip once again. She shares some background about her family, how you can add to the blog with comments, and explains what you can expect to find in her future updates. Read More

Jennifer Devine, local program leader for the ECI Froneberg HSI 7B & 7C group, welcomes the Austrian students who will be studying abroad in the Palo Alto, California area. She looks forward to showing the students all the fun opportunities the Bay Area has to offer. Learn more about upcoming blog entries you can expect. Read More