FRENCH IMMERSION PROGRAM
CONVERSATION 10
This course is required for Grade 9 Immersion students. Students will have the opportunity to practice their oral skills in a variety of creative ways in order to feel more comfortable with the language. This first semester course will be followed with Français Langue 9 in second semester.
FRANÇAIS LANGUE 9
The French language arts curriculum focuses on Communication, Culture and Society. Students will develop their skills in reading, writing, listening, speaking, and critical thinking while developing increasingly sophisticated grammar and vocabulary.
MATHÉMATIQUES 9
This program reviews and extends concepts in integers, rationals, algebra, geometry and measurement. Major new topics include polynomial operations, equations, factoring, analytical and deductive geometry and data analysis. The emphasis in geometry will be on the development of logical reasoning. The main focus in data analysis will be on probability and simulations. Students will be given the opportunity to solve both “routine” and “non-routine” problems in all content strands.
SCIENCES HUMAINES 9
The primary focus in Sciences Humaines 9 is on the growth of nations and democracy in Europe and North America in the 18th century along with the Industrial Revolution and its impact on global development. The course also covers North America’s geography and First Peoples as well as the role they played in the establishment of the fur trade and early settlement in New France.
FRANÇAIS LANGUE 10
The French language arts curriculum focuses on Communication, Culture and Society. Students will develop their skills in reading, writing, listening, speaking, and critical thinking while developing increasingly sophisticated grammar and vocabulary.
SCIENCES HUMAINES 10
This course’s focus is three-folded: first, it outlines and analyzes the first steps towards the building of our nation including social and political unrest; second, it explores the dynamics of the relationship between French-Canadians and English-Canadians during the 19th century and the years preceding World War I; and third, this course offers a view on the beginnings of the development of the West during the 19th century through to 1914 and Canada’s economic activities and accomplishments. This includes the relationships between Canada and the Pacific region.
FRANÇAIS LANGUE 11
The French language arts curriculum focuses on Communication, Culture and Society. Students will develop their skills in reading, writing, listening, speaking, and critical thinking while developing increasingly sophisticated grammar and vocabulary.
SCIENCES HUMAINES 11
Sciences Humaines 11 includes three vast areas of study: contemporary Canada’s government and justice systems; contemporary Canada and global issues (demographics, environment, poverty, immigration, etc.); the history of modern and contemporary Canada – 1914-2010 (World War I, the Great Depression, World War II, the Cold War and subsequent international conflicts). The course is dedicated to a better understanding of our Canadian identity and how Canada interacts with the world. Students are required to sit the BC Provincial exam for Sciences Humaines 11.
FRANÇAIS LANGUE 12
The French language arts curriculum focuses on Communication, Culture and Society. Students will develop their skills in reading, writing, listening, speaking, and critical thinking while developing increasingly sophisticated grammar and vocabulary. Students are encouraged to take the International DELF exam (Diplôme d’étude de la langue française) and are required to sit the BC Provincial Exam in Français Langue Seconde – Immersion 12.
Grade 10-12 French Electives – students must also choose at least one of the following courses:
COMMUNICATIONS 10
This course has been developed to give students an opportunity to improve their French oral and writing skills and gain confidence in using the French language through their participation in a variety of communicative activities. Students will take part in discussions about various literary works where they learn to express their ideas and opinions. Finally, students will write, produce and present a French play to their school and to members of the Francophone community. The approach supports student skill development and encourages meaningful methods of demonstrating communication in French.
ETUDES DES ALIMENTS 11
This course is taught in French. With a quick review of the basics, it’s time for some real taste treats. Sticky cinnamon buns and fresh pies and pastry will test your will power. Meal planning and nutrition will provide the background to creating full course meals to tempt your palate. Bon appétit! Only one of Foods Studies 11 or Étude des Aliments 11 may be taken for credit.
PEER TUTORING 11 (Immersion)
This course is available to French Immersion students who have an aptitude for working with others, and top achievement in Français Langue, Mathématiques or Sciences Humaines. Students enrolled in this program must be responsible, possess good communication skills, patience, and appreciate diversity. A sense of humour would be an asset! Peer tutors may have opportunities for one to one tutoring and/or in-class tutoring. This program requires a time commitment outside of regularly scheduled classes and is strongly recommended for those students interested in a teaching career. A signature from a French Immersion teacher in an academic area is required.
CONVERSATION 12
This course has been developed to give students an opportunity to extend the language concepts and skills they have developed so far and prepare them for post-secondary language study. The course will also encourage senior students to synthesize the French language skills they have mastered to date and apply these skills in an intense oral milieu. Students will: gain a better understanding of the art of elocution; master the format and practice of formal debate; grasp the nuances of radio and TV programs; develop the ability to assume the role of toast master/mistress; conduct interviews; perceive the impact of body language and performance skills on oral communications; participate effectively in panel discussions; and, demonstrate facility in participating in sophisticated conversation which is the oral exchange of sentiments, observations, opinions, or ideas.
