German American Partnership Program - GAPP
GAPP is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that supports transatlantic student exchanges between the US & Germany. Department of State.
In Pursuit of Connection: 250 Exchange Stories
As the US turns 250, GAPP is collecting 250 exchange stories from our German-American community: students, alumni, teachers, and host families across both countries. Share the moments, connections, and memories that changed you. We can't wait to read it.
🇺🇸🇩🇪 Someone out there is still deciding whether to go on an international exchange. Help them say yes 🗣️🌎 ✨
📎 goethe.de/gapp250
✨ Every submission is automatically entered into a raffle to win one of 10 GAPP swag packages
📅 Submit your story before November 15th, 2026
05/18/2026
What do Amanda Beck, Jeffrey Dyer, Jason Herrman, and Melanie Mello have in common? They are all past recipients of the American Association of Teachers of German / Goethe-Institut Outstanding GAPP Coordinator Award, and now it’s your turn to nominate an outstanding educator!
This award recognizes German educators who go above and beyond to create meaningful exchange experiences for their students and school communities. Each year, one exceptional AATG member from an elementary, middle, or high school is honored for their dedication to organizing successful GAPP exchanges.
Eligible nominees are current GAPP coordinators with at least two successful exchanges to Germany and a demonstrated commitment to promoting their program within their school and local community.
📌 Self-nominations are welcome
📌 Deadline: May 31, 2026
Help us celebrate the educators building transatlantic connections and changing students’ lives through exchange. Happy nominating, and good luck to all coordinators! ✨
https://www.aatg.org/outstanding-gapp-coordinator-award
It’s me again, Alina! Spend a week at work with me as a GAPP intern in NYC! ✨
04/01/2026
German summer is calling! ☀️📣
Discover adventure, make new friends, and take your German skills to the next level at our summer camps for teens aged 12–17.
This year, we’re offering 7 exciting locations—including 3 brand-new destinations:
⭐ Ruhpolding in the beautiful Bavarian Alps
⭐ Karlsruhe for history, adventure, and sports
⭐ Freiburg – Germany’s sunniest city
Plus our popular locations: Obertauern, Stein an der Traun, Bremen, and Cologne.
✅ Duration: 2–3 weeks
✅ Levels: A1, A2, B1, B2
✅ Age: 12–17
💸 Enjoy an exclusive €150 discount! Email [email protected] to get your code
🔗 Summer camp information in bio 🚀
What a year it’s been here at GAPP! ✨
To all our students, families, and GAPP coordinators: thank you for making 2025 unforgettable. Your dedication, curiosity, and passion for exchange inspire us every day.
As we close out the year, we’re proud to celebrate the over 6,000 students and teachers who participated in GAPP’s in-person exchanges across 38 U.S. states and all 16 German Bundeländer. We’re equally excited about the hundreds more who joined our GAPP 101 virtual webinars, GAVE programs, and J-1 visa sessions - thank you for being part of our community!
We wish you happy holidays and a wonderful start to the new year!
Here’s to an exciting 2026 - bis zum nächsten Jahr liebe GAPPIES! 💙🌍
A big thank you to all the GAPP coordinators who entered our Giveaway raffle for your dedication, commitment, and hard work this year!🎊💙
Gappy🐦, Ajkuna, Lara and our colleagues Marc, Sarah, Mehrnosch and Lucy helped us pick 10 lucky winners from our over 100 entries!
Congratulations to:
1️⃣ Emily Stanley: Monarch High School, CO
2️⃣ Kerry La Bonte: Traverse City High School, MI
3️⃣ Robin Geisinger: Fishers High School, IN
4️⃣ Lindsey Schulz: Windsor High School, CO
5️⃣ Pierce Velderman: Zeeland East High School, MI
6️⃣ Francine Craig: Ashwaubenon High School, WI
7️⃣ Jae Cody: Apple Valley High School, MN
8️⃣ Andrew Graff: Cherry Hill High School, NJ
9️⃣ Elisabeth Lorenz: L.D. Bell High School, TX
🔟 Michael Garrison: Pennridge High School, PA
We are so grateful for everything you do to keep GAPP strong and impactful! Stay tuned, your packages are on the way! 📦✈️
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