French First Language
French First Language
Who? A child whose parent learned French as their first language and still understands it, whose parent received primary-school instruction in French in Canada, whose brother or sister has received or is receiving primary- or secondary-school instruction in French in Canada (as described in section 23 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms), whose parent with Francophone roots wants to introduce their child to the French language and Francophone identity and culture, and/or whose parent wants their child to retain their French-language skills and Francophone identity and culture.
Who? A child whose parent learned French as their first language and still understands it, whose parent received primary-school instruction in French in Canada, whose brother or sister has received or is receiving primary- or secondary-school instruction in French in Canada (as described in section 23 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms), whose parent with Francophone roots wants to introduce their child to the French language and Francophone identity and culture, and/or whose parent wants their child to retain their French-language skills and Francophone identity and culture.
What? Education is offered in French from Kindergarten through Grade 12, except for the English Language Arts course which is offered in English. The language of communication between home, school and the school board is French. Assistance is provided to help parents who do not speak French support their child's learning and school experience.
What? Education is offered in French from Kindergarten through Grade 12, except for the English Language Arts course which is offered in English. The language of communication between home, school and the school board is French. Assistance is provided to help parents who do not speak French support their child's learning and school experience.
How? As an extension of family and community life, the school environment, programming, and extra-curricular activities provides a solid and dynamic basis for sustaining use of the French language and participation in Francophone culture. If your child speaks little or no French, a variety of programs and strategies will be used to help them learn French and include them in activities taking place in French.
How? As an extension of family and community life, the school environment, programming, and extra-curricular activities provides a solid and dynamic basis for sustaining use of the French language and participation in Francophone culture. If your child speaks little or no French, a variety of programs and strategies will be used to help them learn French and include them in activities taking place in French.
When? Entry is typically K or Grade 1, but eligible students may enter at any level.
When? Entry is typically K or Grade 1, but eligible students may enter at any level.
Why? Be highly proficient in French as a first language and develop a positive attitude towards the language, be part of Francophone culture and identify with the Francophone community, be proficient in English, be able to pursue post-secondary studies and work in French, English, or both languages and be able to appreciate other languages, cultures and communities in Canada and around the world.
Why? Be highly proficient in French as a first language and develop a positive attitude towards the language, be part of Francophone culture and identify with the Francophone community, be proficient in English, be able to pursue post-secondary studies and work in French, English, or both languages and be able to appreciate other languages, cultures and communities in Canada and around the world.
https://www.alberta.ca/french-language-education-in-alberta.aspx