French

In Burnaby, all Grade 8 students are expected to take French in acknowledgement of Canada’s other official language. In fact, French is an official language of 27 different nations on four continents. French remains one of the most popular foreign languages of study, with 280 million speakers world-wide. Its long association with the English language makes French the foreign language of study most likely to improve your English vocabulary and writing skills, since almost 30% of English words are of French origin. Students of French in Byrne Creek who want to achieve more can take on the challenge of Honours by joining students of the next grade above them. Independent and motivated learners wishing to excel can also write the AP French Language and Culture exam.

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