World Language Courses: French
Advantages of learning French
Using French enhances your travel abroad to Canada, the Caribbean, Europe, and Africa
French is one of the two official languages at the Olympic Games.
French is spoken in TWO of the G8 countries
France is the world’s major tourist destination.(60 million visit France annually)
Please see French course descriptions below:
| Course Name | Advanced Placement French |
| Course Number | 5540 |
| Grade/Meeting time |
11 Alternating days, full year 12 Alternating days, full year 11 Daily, semester 12 Daily, semester |
| Credit | 1 |
| Weight | 1.5 |
| Graduation Requirement | Elective |
| Prerequisite | Level IV minimum grade of C+ | Special Consideration | Students who enroll in this course may also be eligible to apply for the High School Seal of Biliteracy. AP teacher or guidance counselor can provide more information. |
| Description: Advanced Placement Language courses are designed to help the students “function in the language” rather than “learn language function”. AP promotes fluency and accuracy in language use, recognizing the importance of grammar but placing priority on all forms of communication with respect to six general themes: contemporary life, science & technology, global challenges, family & communities, personal & public identities and art & aesthetics. A diverse range of authentic materials are employed, enhanced by current technological accessibility.
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| Course Name | French I |
| Course Number | 5110 |
| Grade/Meeting time |
9 Daily, semester 10 Daily, semester 11 Daily, semester 12 Daily, semester |
| Credit | 1.0 |
| Weight | 1.0 |
| Graduation Requirement | Elective |
| Prerequisite | Proficient (3) reading and writing scores | Special Consideration | None |
| Description: Level I language classes are designed to establish familiarity with the language and the various countries and cultures where the target language is spoken. Practical language phrases and daily life scenarios are practiced. Basic communication will develop through oral and written practice with the use of authentic material.
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| Course Name | French II |
| Course Number | 5210 |
| Grade/Meeting time |
9 Daily, semester 10 Daily, semester 11 Daily, semester 12 Daily, semester |
| Credit | 1.0 |
| Weight | 1.0 |
| Graduation Requirement | Elective |
| Prerequisite | Level I minimum grade of C. | Special Consideration | None |
| Description: Level II continues to expand communicative skills through listening, speaking, reading and writing. Knowledge of culture is also extended. The opportunity to experiment with the language in simple conversations, dramatizations and other communicative forms of expression are employed.
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| Course Name | French III |
| Course Number | 5310 |
| Grade/Meeting time |
10 Daily, semester 11 Daily, semester 12 Daily, semester |
| Credit | 1.0 |
| Weight | 1.0 |
| Graduation Requirement | Elective |
| Prerequisite | Level II minimum grade of C. | Special Consideration | None |
| Description: Level III is conducted primarily in the target language. Emphasis is placed on the ability to use the language in original situations while refining accuracy. There is a strong focus on the formal structure of the language which includes syntax and grammar. Advanced techniques in communication are also introduced through the broad scope of contemporary culture.
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| Course Name | French IV (Honors) |
| Course Number | 5410 |
| Grade/Meeting time |
10 Daily, semester 11 Daily, semester 12 Daily, semester |
| Credit | 1.0 |
| Weight | 1.25 |
| Graduation Requirement | Elective |
| Prerequisite | Level III minimum grade of B. | Special Consideration | None |
| Description: Level IV is an honors course that is conducted in the target language. Use of language will be refined and expanded. Composition is stressed, as are conversation and discussion on topics concerning history, literature, art and music, and current events. This course is designed to prepare the student for further language study in either AP or university level language class. Depending on the college, the student may test out of the requirement based upon selected major.
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