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Language Programs

grades 7 to 12

Embrace the World en Français (pdf)

French Immersion is the most predominant alternative language program within the Calgary Board of Education. French is used as the language of instruction over fifty percent of the instructional day, beginning in Kindergarten or Grade 1 and continuing to Grade 12.

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WHERE IS IT?

Residential District and Designated Schools 2011-2012 (PDF)

2011-2012 Maps

Middle/Jr High Map (PDF) | Sr. High Map (PDF)

Jr. High French Immersion Schools
Sr. High French Immersion Schools
Bishop Pinkham Dr. E. P. Scarlett
Bob Edwards Lester B. Pearson
Branton Western Canada
Elboya William Aberhart
Georges P. Vanier  
Harold Panabaker  

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HOW DOES IT WORK?

  • Entry point - Grade 7
    Previous French experience is not required and parents do not need to know the language
  • Subjects taught in French:
    • Grades 7, 8 and 9
      French Language Arts; Mathematics; Science; Social Studies
    • Grades 10, 11 and 12
      French Language Arts; Social Studies; Mathematics

BENEFITS OF LEARNING FRENCH

  • Expands the intellect
  • Teaches responsible citizenship
  • Develops enhanced feelings of self-esteem and pride in having acquired an additional language
  • Provides students with ready access to French-speaking role models, communication resources, abundant French media sources and activities in francophone communities
  • Helps students to better understand the history, development and politics of Canada
  • Strengthens English literacy skills
  • Encourages the joy of lifelong learning
  • Allows students to compete internationally
  • Provides students with more choices for advanced education and career options
  • Broadens students' cultural life through access to literature, art, music and theatre in another language

GENERAL INQUIRIES

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