International Experience (iE) provides a platform for international high school students, their host families and their host communities to connect, relate and explore both the differences that define us as well as the similarities that unite us. We believe that learning about other cultures, languages and customs is the best way to dispel prejudice and embrace global citizenship.
Our presence in Chattanooga has grown from 4 host families in 2020 to nearly 30 in 2022! Families can host anywhere in Hamilton County as well as Bradley, Sequatchie, Polk, Loudon, Knox, and surrounding counties.
Sara is reachable by text, phone, or email and has a team of 5 Local coordinators ready to help you get started on your journey with your exchange student! Students arrive in August 2023, but students are being matched to host families now!
Silverdale Baptist Academy is a non-denominational private Christian school committed to developing spiritually and academically excellent young men and women for Christ. They serve students in grades pre-k through 12.
Equipping and engaging teens and young adults with life and leadership skills to help them be ready for tomorrow.
The UTC Children’s Center is an early childhood program operated by the School of Education, College of Health, Education and Professional Studies. The center serves children from six weeks of age through prekindergarten at two local sites: Brown Academy on the UTC campus and Battle Academy downtown. The Tennessee Department of Human Services licenses the center. The prekindergarten program is approved by the Tennessee Department of Education. Priority for enrollment is given to children of UTC faculty, staff and students.
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga has a wonderful fine arts program and center that is open to the public. You can view visual arts, hear music, or watch plays at the center.
The Goddard School of Chattanooga offers fun learning experiences! Each day, caring and attentive teachers provide your child with countless opportunities to grow academically, socially, emotionally and physically in a safe and loving environment.
Catoosa County Public Schools is a student-focused learning community, where excellence is expected from staff and students, every day, without exception. They serve students in grades pre-k through 12.
Signal Mountain Preschool is a full time, boutique preschool located at 1404 James Boulevard in the heart of the community of Signal Mountain. The program is designed for children ages 2-PreK and is multi-dimensional in educational approach, dynamic in teacher engagement, and inspired in its vision for unique early childhood experiences.
Founded in 1923, the Chattanooga Theatre Centre offers high-quality, live stage productions year round on two stages from their beautiful facility on the Tennessee River.
Located in Chattanooga, McCallie welcomes students from all around the country and around the world. This private school serves boys in grades 6 through 12.
The James A. Smith Planetarium is operated by the Walker County School System. While a majority of their programming is for school children, the Planetarium offers some occasional public programming.
Public planetarium programs are usually presented on the first Sunday afternoon of each month at 2:30 p.m. and on the last Tuesday evening of each month at 7:30 p.m. unless the date falls when schools are not in session or there is inclement weather. The planetarium operates from October 2nd through December 13th and from January 14th through May 14th.