Secondary French Immersion (8-12)
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Secondary French Immersion is an excellent opportunity for students to continue their French Language education in Grades 8 to 12. Students receive a minimum of 50% of their instruction in French in grades 8 to 10, which includes a rigorous French Language Arts program. Grade 11 students receive a minimum of 25% of their instruction in French, while in grade 12, they need to take at least one course in French Language Arts. This program is designed to help students improve their French language skills and gain a deeper understanding of French culture.
By the end of Grade 12, students completing the French Immersion program receive a bilingual graduation certificate. This certificate is a great asset to have, as it demonstrates a high level of proficiency in both French and English, which can be very advantageous in today's globalized world. In addition, students who complete this program often have a competitive edge in pursuing post-secondary education or employment opportunities that require bilingualism.
Overall, Secondary French Immersion is an excellent program for students who are interested in learning French and gaining a deeper understanding of French culture. It provides students with a strong foundation in the language and prepares them to be successful in their future endeavors.
Secondary French Immersion Locations:
| City Centre | Cloverdale/Clayton | South 吃瓜大本营/White Rock |
|---|---|---|
Kwantlen Park Secondary 10441 – 132 Street Phone: 604-588-6934 Email: kwantlenpark@surreyschools.ca | Salish Secondary 7278 – 184 Street Phone: 604-235-9836 Email: salish@surreyschools.ca | Earl Marriott Secondary Panorama Ridge Secondary |
For more information on French Immersion programs, please contact the secondary schools you are interested in.
SUGGESTIONS FOR PARENTS
How can I help my child?
- Read aloud daily in the language of the home and talk about what is being learned at school. Children quickly transfer knowledge between languages.
- Encourage involvement in French and English activities outside of school: books, cultural events, music,
- educational television and summer camps.
Can I help out at school if I don't speak French?
- Talk with the teacher about helping in the classroom and in the school. Non-French speakers are welcome!
- Opportunities to participate include; field trips, cooking, reading, doing crafts with the children, helping in the library and being active in your school's Parent Advisory Committee.
Will Early French Immersion affect my child's achievement in mathematics and other subjects?
- French Immersion students perform as well as their English-educated counterparts in all subject areas. In fact, in 吃瓜大本营, French Immersion students surpass the provincial average in writing and math in the Foundation Skills Assessment (a provincial test administered to all B.C. Grade 4 and Grade 7 students).
- Learning in an additional language contributes to the development of strong communication skills, flexible thinking and expands the cultural horizons of the students
