AP French Language and Culture
Grading Policies and Assessment Information: 2026–2027 School Year
AP French uses a total points grading system. Students' grades are determined by the total number of points earned divided by the total number of possible points.
Assignments vary in point value based on their purpose, length, and level of difficulty. Larger assessments that require students to demonstrate proficiency in reading, listening, speaking, and writing will generally be worth more points than daily practice activities.
There are no weighted assignment categories. However, the overall course grade is weighted by quarter and semester assessments as follows:
Quarter 1: 20%
Quarter 2: 20%
Midterm Exam: 10%
Quarter 3: 20%
Quarter 4: 20%
Final Exam: 10%
Assessment Philosophy
AP French Language and Culture is a proficiency-based course designed to help students communicate effectively in French through authentic reading, listening, speaking, and writing experiences.
Students will be assessed through the three AP communication modes:
Understanding authentic spoken, written, and audiovisual French.
Examples:
Reading comprehension activities
Listening comprehension activities
Authentic articles, podcasts, videos, and cultural resources
Current events activities
Cultural research activities
Exchanging ideas and information with others in French.
Examples:
Conversations
Discussions
Interviews
Dialogues
Email replies
Collaborative activities
Journal reflections
Presenting information and expressing ideas in spoken and written French.
Examples:
Cultural comparisons
Presentations
Projects
Essays
Source-based writing
AP-style speaking and writing tasks
Formative Assessments
Formative assessments occur regularly throughout the course and are designed to provide practice and feedback as students develop their French proficiency.
Examples include:
Vocabulary activities
Grammar practice
Bell ringers
Exit tickets
Class activities
Homework assignments
Speaking practice
Reading and listening activities
Workbook or digital activities
Short writing assignments
Formative assignments are generally worth 3–5 points, depending on the complexity of the activity.
Summative Assessments
Summative assessments measure students' ability to apply French skills independently.
Examples include:
AP-style reading and listening assessments
Speaking assessments
Writing assessments
Cultural comparisons
Presentations
Projects
Unit assessments
Exams
Summative assessments are generally worth 20–60 points, depending on the assignment.
Late Work Policy
Students are expected to complete assignments on time.
Late formative assignments may be accepted within 1–2 days after the due date. Late submissions receive reduced credit.
Assignments worth 3 points:
On time: 3 points
Completed after corrections/checking on due date: 2 points
One day late: 1 point
Missing or more than one day late: 0 points
Assignments worth 5 points:
On time: 5 points
Completed after corrections/checking on due date: 4 points
One day late: 3 points
Two days late: 2 points
Three days late or incomplete: 1 point
Missing or more than three days late: 0 points
Late summative assessments may be accepted within one day after the due date with communication from the student.
Late summative assignments will receive a 10% deduction.
Missing Work and Absences
Students are responsible for completing missed assignments after an absence.
After returning from an excused absence:
Homework and classwork should be completed within 3 school days.
Tests, quizzes, and projects should be completed within a reasonable timeframe arranged with the teacher.
After an extended absence, students should meet with the teacher to create a plan for completing missing work.
A temporary grade of 0 may be entered for missing assignments. The grade will be updated once the assignment is completed.
Assessment Expectations
Students are expected to:
Prepare for assessments.
Use teacher feedback to improve.
Ask questions and seek help when needed.
Complete assignments with academic integrity.
Retake opportunities are not available for quizzes and tests. Additional extra credit assignments are not offered.
Academic Integrity
Students are expected to submit original work and properly acknowledge all sources.
Digital tools, including artificial intelligence tools, must be used responsibly and according to school expectations. Software may be used to support instruction, teach appropriate research and citation practices, and identify possible plagiarism or improper use of sources.
Instructional Materials
The instructional materials used in AP French represent a broad range of knowledge, viewpoints, experiences, and cultural perspectives. Materials are selected to support curricular goals, encourage critical analysis, and promote understanding of diverse Francophone communities.
Students may encounter literature, films, articles, videos, music, and other authentic resources representing a variety of cultural, historical, social, and artistic perspectives.
If a student or family has concerns regarding a specific instructional material, they should contact the teacher to discuss appropriate alternatives that meet the same course objectives.
Course policies may be adjusted during the school year to support student learning and align with AP French Language and Culture expectations.