French

French Department

Welcome to Runnymede Collegiate's French Department.

Courses Offered

FSF1D1 - Core French, Grade 9, Academic

This course enables students to increase their knowledge of the French language, further develop their language skills, and deepen their understanding and appreciation of francophone culture around the world. Exploring a variety of themes, students will develop and apply critical thinking skills in discussion, in their analysis and interpretation of texts, and in their own writing.

FSF2D1 - Core French, Grade 10, Academic

This course enables students to increase their knowledge of the French language, further develop their language skills, and deepen their understanding and appreciation of francophone culture around the world. Exploring a variety of themes, students will develop and apply critical thinking skills in discussion, in their analysis and interpretation of texts, and in their own writing. Prerequisite: Core French, Grade 9, Academic or Applied
Recommended Preparation: Grade 9, Academic

FSF3U1 - Core French, Grade 11, University Preparation

This 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 or a play. Students will produce various written assignments, including a formal essay. The use of correct grammar and appropriate language conventions in both spoken and written French will be emphasized throughout the course.
Prerequisite: Core French, Grade 10, Academic

FSF4U1 - Core French, Grade 12, University Preparation

This course draws on a variety of themes to promote extensive development of French-language skills. Students will consolidate their oral skills as they discuss literature, culture and current issues. They will read a variety of texts and will write a formal essay. The use of correct grammar and appropriate language conventions in both spoken and written French will be emphasized throughout the course.
Prerequesite: Core French, Grade 11, University Preperation

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Special Events

Special events have included the Grade 11 trip to "Le Papillon" French restaurant in downtown Toronto. Students have had the opportunity to visit Europe with students from the Moderns Department.