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Duane C. Slocum added a discussion to the group Northwest
Need One More Host Family
With the final semester underway at area high schools, the search is on for one additional Host Family (HF) for an exchange student. Duane Slocum, from Aspect Foundation, is the Pikes Peak regional Coordinator, responsible for finding at least five host familes for the coming school year. "I have located four families and only need one more to complete my group of five. Each year, I limit the size of my group, which makes it easier to help and monitor the progress of students from around the…See More
A discussion started by Duane C. Slocum was featuredLooking for 1 More Host Family
January is the time of year for families to seriously consider hosting an exchange student from any of 27 different countries around the world. Duane Slocum is the International Coordinator for Aspect Foundation in the Pikes Peak region."Each year I have five Host Families (HF's) in my group. For the coming school year, I already have four families and looking for that last one. My current group includes three girls from Norway and onr girl from France," stated Slocum.Host families come in…See More
Duane C. Slocum added a discussion to the group Briargate
Looking for 1 More Host Family
January is the time of year for families to seriously consider hosting an exchange student from any of 27 different countries around the world. Duane Slocum is the International Coordinator for Aspect Foundation in the Pikes Peak region."Each year I have five Host Families (HF's) in my group. For the coming school year, I already have four families and looking for that last one. My current group includes three girls from Norway and onr girl from France," stated Slocum.Host families come in…See More
Duane C. Slocum added a discussion to the group BriargateExchange Student Seek Host Families for 2013-14 School.Year
January is not only the start of a new calendar year with resolutions to lose weight; its a time for potential host families to consider a new adventure in their lives. The Aspect Foundation and their Coordinators in the Pikes Peak Region are looking for host families willing to accept a high school student from one of 27 different countries around the world.Duane Slocum is the Coordinator group leader, which includes Sarah Nigh, who lives in the Skyway area, Susan Adam, who lives within the…See More
Duane C. Slocum added a discussion to the group Powers
Last Chance to Host an Exchange student
There are only two weeks left before the deadline to become a Host Family for an exchange student. Aspect Foundation is looking for at least one more family who would enjoy this adventure. Tobie Price is the new International Coordinator for the Pikes Peak region and lives in the Stetson Hills area. Price has approval from the Falcon School District and from any of the District 11 high schools to place a student for this coming school year. "I have available a super young lady from Germany…See More
Duane C. Slocum added a discussion to the group Manitou Springs-Ute Pass
Last Chance to Host an Exchange student
There are only two weeks left before the deadline to become a Host Family an an Exchange Student. Sarah Nigh is the International Coordinator for the Pikes Peak region and is looking for at least one more host family who would enjoy this adventure. Nigh lives in the Cheyenne Mountain area. Nigh has approval from Cheyenne Mtn. High, Manitour Springs High and any of the District 11 high schools to place an exchange students. "I have avaialbe a super young lady from Germany, who enjoys all…See More
Duane C. Slocum joined Colorado Springs's groupManitou Springs-Ute Pass
Have you got stories about events, issues and/or experiences in Manitou Springs or up the Ute Pass? This is the place for you to write - and read - about your community!
Duane C. Slocum added a discussion to the group Central
Last Chance to Host an Exchange student
There are only two weeks left before the dealine to become a Host Family for an exchange student. Sarah Nigh, the new International Coordinator, is looking for at least one more family, who would enjoy this adventure.. Some school districts close their enrollment process by June 15th.Nigh has approval from the Cheyenne Mtn High, Manitou Springs High and any District 11 high school to place an exchange student. "I have available a super young lady from Germany, who enjoys all kinds of sports…See More
Duane C. Slocum added a discussion to the group NorthwestExchange Student Needs a Host Family
April becomes the deadline for deciding to host an exchange student for the coming school year. Most school districts require the process to be completed by June 1st of the new school year. There are many things to be done with paperwork, home evaluation, background checks and approval by the high school.Duane Slocum, long time resident of Colo. Springs, is the International Coordinator within the Pikes Peak region. He is looking for one more special family to host a student for the coming…See More
Duane C. Slocum joined Colorado Springs's groupNorthwest
Have you got stories about events, issues and/or experiences in the northwest area of the Springs? This is the place for you to write - and read - about your community!
Duane C. Slocum added a discussion to the group BriargateExchange Student Needs a Host Family
April is the last opportunity for a family to select an exchange student for the coming school year. Duane Slocum, long time Colo. Springs resident, is the International Coordinator for the Pikes Peak region. Slocum is looking for an additional host family, who is willing to add a girl from Columbia or Japan or a boy from France or Spain to their family. "I have four host families in my group now -- two girls from Norway, a girl from Russia and a boy from Denmark. Five host families is an…See More
Duane C. Slocum added a discussion to the group CentralNow is the Time to Host an Exchange Student
With spring break over, April is the ideal time to consider hosting an exchange student from around the world. Dist. 11, Dist. 20 and Dist. 49 all welcome exchange students. Duane Slocum is the International Coordinator within the Pikes Peak region. He is looking for at least one more host family to supplement his current group, which consists of two girls from Norwary, a girl from Russia and a boy from Denmark. Slocum commented, "Five is an ideal number of host families for my group. A…See More
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Duane Slocum with his oldest daughter, Terri
This is one of my favorite dance pics of all times. It was taken at our 50th wedding anniversary party celebrating this wonderful time in our lives. Terri and her husband had flown to Colo. Springs from Olney, Md. to join with her siblings,…
Duane C. Slocum added a discussion to the group PowersExchange Students Add Culture and Spice to Family's Life
Spring Break is over within the Pikes Peak region. April is the last month when a family can begin the process to have an Exchange Student be a part of their family for the coming school year. Both Dist 20, Dist. 11 and Dist 49 welcome exchange student into their schools.Duane Slocum is the International Coordinator for the Pikes Peak region. He is currently looking for one more family for his group. Slocum commented, "Five Host Families are an ideal number for me and being part of my…See More
Duane C. Slocum added a discussion to the group BriargateSpice Up Life by Hosting an Exchange Student Next School Year!
Spring Break is over within the Pikes Peak region. The month of April is the last opportunity to host an exchange student for the coming school year. Dist 20 and Dist 49 both welcome exchange students which come from interesting places like Russia, Columbia, S.A. or Hong Kong.Duane Slocum is the International Coordinator for the Pikes Peak region. He is looking for one more host family to join his current Host Family (HF) group; whicn now consists of two girls from Norway, a girl from…See More
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Weekly Photo Contest
Last week's theme was "Birds.." We got a lot of incredible entries.David Bieda submitted this photo of an American Goldfinch outside his kitchen window. He wins four tickets to Stargazers Theatre. This week’s photo theme is “Gardens.” Send us your photos to win tickets to Stargazers Theatre.
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