French as a Second Language - The Extended French Program
The purpose of this program is to develop Grades 7 and 8 students' skills in oral communication, reading, and writing in French. It implements the Ontario provincial curriculum and provides a stimulating experience as well as marketable second language skills.
Extended French accepts all students with Core French background who are interested in learning en français. There are no entrance criteria. However, indicators of success include a positive attitude toward the French language and culture, and a desire to learn most of the Ontario Provincial Curriculum in French.
In addition to the academic challenge, Extended French sites offer a wide range of educational opportunities, such as: student government, local excursions, trips to French-speaking regions, drama, visual arts, music, sports teams, outdoor education, subject fairs/competitions (e.g., Science, Mathematics), Queen's S.E.E.D.S. Enrichment Program, and partnerships with area secondary schools.
Upon completion of the required credits in Extended French, students will receive an additional Limestone District certificate. The French Language skills developed in reading, writing, and oral communication give graduates an edge in today's competitive job market.
Credits required for the Limestone District Certificates of French Study:
- Core: 4 Core French credits
- Extended: 7 Extended credits (4 in French Language Studies)
- Immersion: 10 Immersion credits (4 in French Immersion Language Studies)
Transportation to the closest site offering Extended French Programs may be arranged by contacting the Manager of Tri-Board Student Transportation at 613-354-1981 or 1-866-569-6638.
Extended French is available at the following schools:
• Students continue in the Grade 9 Extended Program at Sydenham Secondary School.
• Students continue in the Grade 9 Extended Program at Frontenac Secondary School.
• Students continue in the Grade 9 Extended Program at Kingston Collegiate and Vocational Institute
For more information please contact:
at the Limestone District School Board Office
Phone: 613-544-6920 ext 201
or contact the individual Extended French Program schools
The following are excerpts from the Ontario Modern Language Teachers Association brochure, Languages For Life - What are the benefits of learning a second language?
....Research confirms that knowledge of a second language strengthens first-language skills and that the ability to speak two or more languages generally enhances problem-solving and reasoning skills, the capacity for creative thinking, and the ability to respect and understand other cultures. Second language learning strengthens students' ability to communicate and participate effectively in the workplace and the global community. It also increases their ability to understand themselves and other people, and helps them to appreciate the power of words and the many different uses of language.
Enhanced Career Choices
As the job market undergoes significant change, employers will increasingly look for candidates who not only have a second language, but who have the generic job skills that the study of language develops.
The study of languages can provide the following career benefits:
• a valuable edge . . . in the private and public sectors, including trade and industry, science and technology, travel and tourism, banking, public relations, arts and media, government and politics, law, education and research, and social services.
"In summary, the ability to read and understand French is unquestionably a distinct advantage in any organization with a pan-Canadian scope, whether it is in business, government, education or in any other field. And if you can speak and write in French as well, so much the better, in the interests of fairness, equality and mutual understanding among both language groups in our officially bilingual country."
Peter G. White, Hollinger Inc.
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