Languages 10, 11, 12

Core French 10 | MFR--10

Prerequisite: French 9 or teacher’s assessment that a sufficient level of French 9 has been achieved. Students will continue in the C’est à Toi program, which uses the communicative/experiential approach encouraging students to interact in meaningful situations. At the French 10 level, there will be an emphasis on more advanced communication skills and written work. A rich cultural component is integrated throughout the program. Some possible themes include: holidays, Paris, France, daily life, sports and leisure and countries of Northern Africa. 

Secwepemctsin 10 | MSWP-10

This introductory Secwepemc language course is open to students in grades 9 -11 who have an interest in learning an Aboriginal language. This is an exciting opportunity for students to learn the Secwepemc language and to explore awareness and understanding of Aboriginal culture and cultural diversity. The course covers several topics of interest to students, including traditional foods, dwellings, hunting and fishing, plants and plant gathering, and family and community life.  

French 11 | MFR--011

Prerequisite: French 10 or teacher’s assessment that a sufficient level of French 10 has been achieved. 

This course will expand upon the concepts explored in French 8, 9, and 10. Students will be working in the C’est à Toi program. The course continues to expand on all four language skills integrated within the context of meaningful situations. Demonstrations of advanced grammatical structures and oral communication will be the major emphases of this course. Exposure to creative works and the study of French cultural customs, both in Canada and around the francophone world, will enhance students’ ability to communicate. Some possible themes include: The Francophone world, travel, famous French people and contemporary France. Note: French 11 is an elective course. Those students considering going to university need a second language to the Grade 11 level minimum.

French 12 | MFR--012

Prerequisite: French 11. 

This course is a further expansion of the four language skills developed in French 11. Students in French 12 are asked to challenge themselves to speak French as much as possible in the classroom. They will be expected to use a wide variety of useful vocabulary and idiomatic expressions in past, present and future tense, both in speech and writing. Students will also read and analyze relevant information from authentic documents and respond to them in both speech and writing. Some possible topics covered include: school life, the arts, the work world, travel, technology, French history and French Africa. At the completion of Core French 12, students should be able to communicate effectively and be prepared for post-secondary requirements. 

Secwepemctsin 11 | MISWP11

This introductory Secwepemc language course is open to students in grade 11 or 12 who have an interest in learning an Aboriginal language and have taken Secwepemc 9.  Students will build on their vocabulary, reading and conversational skills, as well as learning the basics of writing the Secwepemc language. Students will also continue to learn about Secwepemc culture, history and traditions. This course meets the language requirement for university entrance.

Secwepemctsin 12 | MISWP12

This Secwepemc language course is open to students in grade 11 or 12 who have an interest in learning an Aboriginal language and have taken Secwepemc 9 and Secwepemc 11.  Students will build on their vocabulary, reading and conversational skills, as well as learning the basics of writing the Secwepemc language. Students will also continue to learn about Secwepemc culture, history and traditions. This course meets the language requirement for university entrance.