“There are many things that I am looking forward to doing in the U.S. like going to an American high school and going to football games. Although, I do really miss my family and friends, obviously. Something really specific that I miss is my dog. Her name is Jully and she is turning 11 this year. I just don’t know what I would do without her because I used to do everything with her.” — Ana Sofia Ottani Pavao, class of 2023