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Au Pair in America is the nation's first legal au pair program. Since 1986, we have provided the best child care opportunities to host families across the U.S. and au pairs from around the world.
Our cluster meeting this month included a very special celebration of Natalia Restrepo’s Au Pair in America Maryland Community Service Award . We had a picnic at a local park in the Kenwood neighborhood, devoured some cheesecake and planned to look at the cherry blossoms, but there were none! Unfortunately, the cold weather in March Read More
Celebrating Easter Easter is one of the most awaited Christian festivals. It is celebrated throughout the world by the followers of Christian community. It is considered to be very auspicious as it is believed that this was the day when Christ resurrected after crucifixion. This day is of immense religious as well as social significance Read More
Once a year, the two local public elementary schools host an International Night to celebrate the different cultures from the community. Many parents take on the challenge and host “country tables” where they serve small portions of food from their country. There are also children’s presentations performed by the after-school language programs. At the end Read More
Our Cluster meeting this month was an ice cream social at my house so that we could talk and get to know each other better. There were some fun toppings the girls brought like gummy worms and Nutella and all sorts of sprinkles. Of course, we also had whip cream, chocolate sauce and cherries! Thank Read More
We had spent a beautiful morning attending the Capitol Tour, but the best part of the visit for me was that I got to meet some of the Au Pairs from our cluster. Since I am a new Counselor, I have been anxious to meet the girls face-to-face and this was the perfect opportunity to Read More
“May your thoughts be as glad as shamrocks, May your heart be as light as song, May each day bring you bright, happy hours, That stay with you all the year long.” St. Patrick’s Day celebrates the Roman Catholic feast day of the patron saint of Ireland. St. Patrick died on March 17, 461. He was Read More
If you are planning to travel outside the US during your first year, your DS 2019 will need a travel signature. You will also need to check if you need visa to enter the country you intend to visit. Obtaining a tourist visa is solely the responsibility of the au pair. ~Three weeks before you Read More
Joseph G. Beddick, Manager, Safety Services of AAA Mid-Atlantic Foundation for Safety & Education gave an engaging presentation to the au pairs on safe driving. Joe had slides and videos highlighting the dangers of driving while distracted and discussed ways to avoid accidents in inclement weather. It was a wonderful presentation that will increase the safety Read More
All au pairs from DCA cluster were invited to Krystyna’s house for a party. The au pairs brought delicious food and we all sang carols in different languages. Read More
30 au pairs from Krystyna’s cluster went to the Warner Theatre to see the Nutcracker and they enjoyed it very much. Read More
