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My name is Leonard, I am 14 years old and live in Wiedenbrück together with my parents and two younger brothers. Erik and Tom are twins and 11 years old. We also have a calm, family-friendly dog, who is 16 years old already. We are a funny and adventurous family who love to play games or watch movies together.

English has always been very important to me and I use it every day. I even watch films and series in English, which helps me to better understand the spoken word.I also took part in two weeklong English camps where all activities were led by native speakers from places such as New York or Los AngelesI enjoy having conversations, learning new vocabulary and improving my pronunciation. The exchange would be a perfect opportunity to take the next step and to use my skills in everyday life.

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Taking responsibility has always been a part of me. Whether at school, in sports, or in my spare time, I enjoy being actively involved in different ways. These experiences have helped me to grow, support others and face new challenges with confidence.

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My Motivation

My main goal is to strengthen my English by using it naturally in everyday situations. I want to move beyond classroom learning and become more fluent and confident.I am also curious about how American schools work and how daily life for students there differs from ours in Germany. Experiencing another system will give me new perspectives on learning and working together.Another important aim for me is to develop personally. Living in a new culture will teach me independence, adaptability and openness - qualities that will help me in many areas of life.Building friendships with students in Sacramento is something I especially look forward to. I hope to learn from their traditions while also sharing my own background in a positive way.Looking ahead, I think about studying abroad. This exchange is a valuable step in preparing for that future and in gaining skills I could never learn at home.

Teaching and Representation

Since two years I have been giving private tutoring in English, Math and German to younger students. I enjoy helping them to improve step by step. At home, I also support my younger brothers with daily school tasks. Through these experiences I have learned patience, responsibility and how to encourage others.

I was class representative for two school years and even lower school representative for one year. In these roles I learned how to listen to others, represent their opinions and find fair solutions. Being part of student leadership showed me how important communication, responsibility and teamwork are in school life.

Sports

Playing Soccer

I have played soccer for many years, primarily as a center back. In this role, I have learned to stay focused, lead from the back and communicate clearly with my teammates. Soccer has also taught me the values of discipline, teamwork and consistency.

Coaching Youth

For more than one year I have been training a youth soccer team (ages 8 - 10) at SC Wiedenbrück. As a licensed youth coach, I take pride in sharing my knowledge of the game, fostering teamwork and supporting the players in their development.

Refereeing

I am a licensed soccer referee and regularly lead matches. This role requires a high level of fairness, quick and confident decision-making and the ability to remain calm under pressure.

Other Sports

Besides soccer, I also enjoy many other sports. I like running and I also go to the gym regularly to stay fit. In addition, I play American football for fun and follow the sport.

Jobs & Interests

In my free time, I enjoy taking on responsibility and developing new skills. For example, I deliver newspapers every week and have been teaching myself web design, which allows me to combine creativity with independent learning.I also like to stay active by playing sports, which helps me to keep fit and balanced. In addition, I enjoy cooking and baking, as it gives me the chance to be creative and try out new things. Of course, spending time with friends is also an important part of my free time.

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Thank you very much for taking time to read my application-website.
I would be very happy to be selected for the next round of the application.

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