Editor:
    My name is Johannes Pleschberger, I am an AFS exchange student from Austria and I would like to wish my host mother, Beth Barton a very happy Mother’s Day. Since I arrived here in August, you have made me feel like one of the family. One of my favorite memories will be our trip to Philadelphia and New Jersey. I am so happy that your family has made me a part of your lives, and I will remember this year forever.
    AFS-USA works toward a more just and peaceful world by providing international and intercultural learning experiences to individuals, families, schools, and communities through a global volunteer partnership. With the help of a dedicated group of local volunteers, I have become a member of the Barton family, a student at Cape Elizabeth High School and part of Cape Elizabeth.
    If your family would be interested in welcoming an exchange student like me, please contact Betsy Nortrup, AFS Downeast Maine Hosting Coordinator at betsyafs@hotmail.com or get to know AFS in Maine by visiting our website at afsmaine.org.
Johannes Pleschberger
Austria/ Cape Elizabeth