Students at Tahoma High School will get an extra lesson in geography this year when they welcome Lotta, an international exchange student from Finland.

Lotta will arrive in Maple Valley on Aug. 26 to live with the Clark family and experience the American way of life for an academic year. Lotta is sponsored by Aspect Foundation, a nonprofit organization that strives to bridge cultures through international youth exchange.

Aspect Foundation is always seeking more families who want the unforgettable experience of hosting an international student like Lotta. Exchange students are aged 15 to 18, speak English, and have their own spending money and insurance. Volunteer host families provide room, board, and a loving home environment for a semester or academic year.

For more information about hosting an Aspect Foundation international exchange student, call Janet Tricamo at 206-335-2270, the Aspect Foundation national office at 1-800-US-YOUTH or visit http://www.aspectfoundation.org.