The Modern Languages and English Language Learners Department is dedicated to fostering communication, cultural understanding, and global awareness. Through engaging instruction and personalized support, we help students develop language proficiency and confidence in diverse contexts. Our programs encourage curiosity, critical thinking, and creativity, empowering learners to connect with the world and succeed academically. Whether exploring a new language or strengthening English skills, students gain tools for lifelong learning and meaningful interaction.
French Language Learners
The French as a Second Language curriculum cultivates communicative competence through the strategic application of linguistic conventions within diverse sociolinguistic contexts, while promoting learner agency via active engagement and collaborative rehearsal to facilitate nuanced language use. The curriculum's contextual relevance, reinforced across learning environments, enhances student investment and outcomes. Ontario's French as a Second Language programs aim to enhance students' effective French use by developing language learning strategies and focusing on listening, speaking, reading, and writing through authentic contexts.
Spanish Language Learners
This dynamic and engaging course isn't just about learning a new language; it's your passport to building real-world skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Through lively, interactive activities focused on your interests and familiar topics, you'll gain the confidence to communicate and understand simple texts. But the adventure doesn't stop there! You'll also embark on a fascinating journey to appreciate the diverse cultures where this language thrives, broadening your horizons and fostering a sense of global citizenship. More than just vocabulary and grammar, this course equips you with invaluable lifelong language learning skills, opening doors to exciting future opportunities. Let's dive in and start connecting with the world in a whole new way!
Beginning Spanish
Unlock a new world! This course builds your listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through interactive activities focused on personal interests. You'll engage with simple texts and gain an appreciation for diverse cultures where the language is spoken, developing skills for lifelong language learning.
Intermediate Spanish
Unleash your voice! This course increases your confidence and competence in the language. You'll communicate spontaneously on academic and personal topics, sharpening your critical and creative thinking through diverse texts. Deepen your appreciation for global communities, explore the language's real-world impact, and master skills for lifelong learning.
English Language Learners
Our English Language Learner courses are designed for students who have a strong foundation in their first language and are ready to build proficiency in English. Whether you are transitioning from elementary school or have recently arrived in Ontario, these courses help you leverage your existing language skills to make rapid progress. Through a specialized program focused on reading, writing, and speaking, students gain the tools needed to communicate effectively and succeed academically.
Assistant Curriculum Leader of Modern Languages & English Language Learners:
Oshynne Lee Loy @ [email protected]