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FRENCH 1-2
This course is an introduction to the French language and culture. Students learn vocabulary and basic language structures
through conversation and written expression.GRADE: 9-12LENGTH: YearCREDIT: 1FRENCH 1-2 H (BCHS)
This advanced level course emphasizes the language and culture utilizing techniques from the AP curriculum. Students will engage in rigorous academic activities involving conversation and written expression as preparation for the 3-4 and 5-6 Honors, as well as the AP French program in the 10th through 12th grades.
GRADE: 9-12LENGTH: YearCREDIT: 1FRENCH 3-4
This course expands and refines vocabulary, language structure, and knowledge of French cultures. Students should expect to communicate in conversation and written expression.
GRADE: 10-12LENGTH: YearCREDIT: 1PREREQUISITE: French 1-2 or Placement CriteriaFRENCH 3-4 H (BCHS)
This advanced level course emphasizes the language and culture utilizing techniques from the AP curriculum. Students will engage in rigorous academic activities involving conversation and written expression as preparation for the 5-6 Honors, as well as the AP French program in the 11th through 12th grades.
GRADE: 10-12LENGTH: YearCREDIT: 1PREREQUISITE: French 1-2 or Placement CriteriaFRENCH 5-6
This course reviews and builds upon all grammar taught in the first and second year. Literary works, creative writing and speaking
are stressed.GRADE: 11-12LENGTH: YearCREDIT: 1PREREQUISITE: French 3-4 or Placement CriteriaFRENCH 5-6 H
This course provides students with daily opportunities to develop all language skills (listening, speaking, writing, reading, and comprehension) in a rigorous, immersion-based learning environment. The students participate in a wide range of activities, all designed to cultivate deep learning and acquisition of French. All materials used are designed to provide a seamless transition to the AP French Language course the following year
GRADE: 11-12LENGTH: YearCREDIT: 1PREREQUISITE: French 3-4 H or Placement CriteriaFRENCH 7-8 H
Communication will be emphasized through compositions, oral presentations, and discussions of current topics, literature, history, and culture.
GRADE: 12LENGTH: YearCREDIT: 1PREREQUISITE: French 5-6 H or Placement CriteriaAP French Language AND CULTURE (BCHS, SDOHS)
Communication will be emphasized through compositions, oral presentations, and discussions of current topics, literature, history, and culture. This course builds on the literary works, writing and speaking emphasized in the Honors 5-6 course. Second semester will concentrate on preparing for the Advanced Placement exam. Enrolled students are expected to take the AP exam.
GRADE: 12LENGTH: YearCREDIT: 1PREREQUISITE: French 5-6 or Placement Criteria