French is offered as a Modern Language choice starting in Grade 8. Students who begin at Level 1 in Grade 8 will have the option to achieve the French AP (Advanced Placement) level.
French 1
French 1 is a full year course that introduces students to the French language and culture. French 1 is a high school level course regardless of whether it is taught in Middle School or High School. Students learn how to communicate in the present tense and are introduced to the past tense. The major components of this course are reading, writing, speaking, listening, grammar and culture. Students may enter this course with no previous background in French or with a background that is not sufficient to constitute a high school level course in French. Duration: 2 Semesters; Required: See graduation requirements; Credit: 1.0; Prerequisite: none