At what point can my daughter move to a different level ?
The placement of students is reviewed at the end of the school year . Acceleration is possible through the “ Challenge ” process within a language . The decision to accelerate may also involve discussion with students and their parents / guardians . Any course changes in the fall must be made by the deadline outlined in the section titled “ Schedule : Course Selection to Finalizing a Timetable ”.
At what point can my daughter move to a different language ?
Students must choose their language pathway for grade 9 and remain in this chosen language . Students can write a challenge exam in the spring of Grade 8 to be placed in the appropriate level for the language they ’ ve chosen . Please note , students may choose an additional language . Please see next FAQ .
Can my daughter take a second foreign language course ?
Yes . Students can enter a dual language pathway in Grade 9 if they would like to take a second foreign language . Please note , entry into this pathway must be approved by the Director of Teaching and Learning . Students pursuing the dual language pathway must remain in both languages until grade 10 ( two consecutive years in the dual language pathway ). Please consult Post Secondary Counsellors for specific post secondary recommendations and requirements around language .
Does the school recommend Summer Programs / Trips in second languages ?
The department receives numerous brochures outlining summer programs in French , Mandarin and Spanish and will provide information upon request . All enrichment programs ( credit and non-credit options ) are listed under “ Enrichment Programs ” in Naviance , our post-secondary planning portal for Grades 10 to 12 families .
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