SHP Exchange Program

AN EXCHANGE ENHANCES THE SACRED HEART EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE, BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS ACROSS THE INTERNATIONAL SACRED HEART COMMUNITY WHILE FOSTERING SELF-CONFIDENCE, INDEPENDENCE, AND GLOBAL AWARENESS IN A SECURE, SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT.

One of the unique advantages of attending a Sacred Heart school is that students are automatically part of a global network of over 150 schools. Qualifying sophomores and juniors students have the opportunity to spend 2-6 weeks at one of these schools, living with a host family and later hosting an international student in their home and at SHP. Students benefit from experiencing a Sacred Heart education from a different perspective, while being immersed in the local culture and language. Being a truly 1:1 reciprocal program, participating host families build a trusting relationship that crosses borders, rooted in their common desire for their children to expand their worldview and deepen their cultural awareness and empathy.

Amsterdam, Netherlands
Seville, Spain
Sydney, Australia
Brussels, Belgium
Hamburg, Germany
Bondi Beach, Australia
Rose Bay, Australia
Honfleur, France
Dublin, Ireland
Vienna, Austria

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What do SHP Exchange Families have to say?

List of 4 items.

Eye Opener

“SHP's student exchange program is an eye-opening experience for each student. It builds confidence, understanding of different cultures and modes of thought, enhancing the Sacred Heart experience of educating the whole child. It's a fabulous way to observe and participate in the Sacred Heart family around the world.”
Javier

"Our family made a lifelong friend in Javier...we learned the world is small and we have more in common than not. It was invigorating to welcome a curious, intellectual and humorous young man from Seville, Spain into our home. Our conversations were lively and it was a joy to share the Greater Bay Area with him."
Life Experience

"This is a life experience my son will never forget. It pushed him to step outside his comfort zone to learn, listen and empathize more than he has ever done with anyone in his life ever before!"
Lucia

“Lucía is an extraordinary girl who truly enriched our family this past month. Our daughter also had an incredible experience in Seville in June that she will never forget. I think she and Lucía will stay friends for the rest of their lives!”