Modern Languages

Modern Languages



Pathways For The Future
Business and Information Technology: Manager, Entrepreneur, Leader, Accountant, Financial Advisor, Banker and more…
Health and Sciences: Doctor, Nurse, Scientist, Researcher, Environmentalist, Dentist and more…
Arts: Musician, Dancer, Actor, Director, Writer and more…
Politics and Diplomacy: Politician, MP, Counsellor, Reporter, Journalist, Spokesperson and more
Education: Teacher, Principal, Vice Principal, EA and more…
Travel and Tourism, Hospitality: Hotel Manager, Travel Agent, Flight Attendant, Chef, Advertising Executive and more...


Did you know that French and Spanish combined: 
Spoken by more than 300 million people in more than 50 countries.
Better employment opportunities
Helps you understand other cultures
In a recent survey, 1261 companies reported 60 687 positions requiring a second language.
A second language
gives you an important key to understand how another culture operates.

Modern teachers at Mowat include:
Ms. Galvan-Nicles
Mr. MacDonell
Ms. Saravanamuthu
Ms. Porter


Need extra help?
For extra help, sign up with Peer Tutors in Guidance or see your French, Spanish or ESL teacher.

New Courses: FSF1P2 and FSF3U/4U

Description: Grade 9 Introductory
FSF1P2 = Grade 9 Introductory
This course emphasizes the concurrent development of oral communication, reading, and writing skills, using a broad-based theme such as the media. Students will enhance their ability to understand and speak French through conversations, discussions, and presentations. They will also read short stories, articles,

Description: Grade 11 & 12 semester
FSF3U/4U = Grade 11 & 12 semestered French
This course is similar to the semester math course (Functions and Calculus) whereby students will be completing 2 credits in the same year. The course draws on a variety of themes to promote extensive development of reading and writing skills and to reinforce oral communication skills. Students will gain a greater understanding of French-speaking cultures in Canada and around the world through their reading of a variety of materials, including a short novel. Students will consolidate their oral skills as they discuss literature, culture, and current issues. Prerequisite: Core French, Grade 10, Academic