French

French I deals with the basics of the language. Students learn vocabulary used in everyday conversation and grammar needed to conduct simple dialogues. Writing and listening skills in French are also stressed. Moreover, students are exposed to a culture and way of life that is, at times, very different from life in the United States. This study enables students to broaden their points of view and to become more tolerant of things and people different from themselves.

The instructor primarily uses story telling and body movement to develop listening, speaking, and writing skills. Students work individually, in pairs, and in small groups to practice oral and written language.

Available: CHS

Prerequisite: Passing grade in French I

A more in-depth study of the French language continues in French II for the student to become more proficient in comprehension. Students continue to further develop listening, speaking, and writing skills. A variety of classroom activities is used to reinforce these skills, and students work individually, in pairs, and in small groups. Frequent oral activities allow students an opportunity to develop their own individual speaking skills. The target language is used as much as possible with a combination of English to insure that all students understand the material being presented. During each class period a variety of activities is used to help students understand and master the material being studied. Student progress is monitored by homework checks, quizzes, partner and group presentations, and tests.

Available: CHS

Prerequisite: French II or teacher recommendation

Students in French III continue to hone speaking and listening skills. Classroom work continues to emphasize these skills with a wide variety of activities.

Much of the class is conducted in French. Speaking skills are emphasized much more than in French I and II. A novel is read in French to expand comprehension of the written language and to introduce French literature

Throughout the semester, students write in French to further develop their grammatical skills. All students are required to take a comprehensive exam at the end of the course.

Available: CHS

Prerequisite: French I, French II, and French III and teacher recommendation

Year 1 of IB French Standard Level is a year-long course that emphasizes advanced communication in all areas of the language through debates, discussions, essays, and authentic texts and situations. Emphasis is placed on internationalism, global issues, and cross-cultural connections. Immersion instruction and participation in French is required.

Students still continue to expand comprehension and refine listening and speaking skills. Class will be conducted primarily in French, and students will be required to speak in French as much as possible.

The text provides advanced grammar concepts and practice. Reading selections on numerous topics are provided. Also, students will read a novel in French that is structured for this level. In addition, whenever available, students will use audio-visuals that are in French or have French sub-titles. Students will also continue to work on their writing skills in French.

All students in IB French SL are required to sit for the IB French SL exam in May. Students will also be required to complete internal and external assessments for IB as well as locally required non-IB assessments

Available: CHS