CLASS HIGHLIGHTS

A detailed class curriculum/vocabulary list will be given to you once payment is received in full. Class instructions are all in French. Students are encouraged at times required to speak French in class.

Conversation: Phrases / expressions/short or long dialogue that will help students to communicate in French speaking countries.

Phonetics: Ages 4 and up will cover sounds of letters which will help and reinforce beginning reading.

Reading & Grammar: Ages 7 and up covers reading oral / comprehension and sentence structure / verb conjugation in the French grammar.

French children literature/poetry: Students in pre-intermediate & intermediate levels will be taught certain authors such as La Fontaine.

Writing / Spelling: Ages 7 and up covers French rules grammar to reinforce writing and spelling.

Geography: Exploring different French speaking countries for culture awareness.

Physical Fitness: Ages 2-6 to build their large motor skills

Vocabulary: Each month students will cover some fun vocabulary words and phrases related to the theme through games and hands-on activities.
fall...................................school / food / my home
winter...............................Shopping items/ food / special holidays
spring..............................Vacation activities / food
summer............................Fun summer related themes and activities

Worksheets: "La pratique" is a tool given to students to practice the language at home. A list of age appropriate learning sites will handed out to encourage at home practice.

Arts & Crafts: Allows students to show their creativity and talent for better understanding of the daily lesson.  Picture study on some famous French impressionists such as:  Monet, Renoir just to name a few. 

Theater / Plays (not required): From ages 4 and up students will be given the opportunity to show off their language skills through acting. The plays/skits are directed and written by experienced and well-spoken French students. There may be an additional small fee to cover costs and play expenses. Two plays will be performed this year, one in December and another in June.

Science & Math: Colors, time and numbers will be taught at the student's level and capacity.

Etiquette & Food: Instructing basic etiquette and food vocabulary which are imperative in the French culture. A healthy French snack is offered. This doesn't apply to middle school, high school and adult classes. (Please notify on registration form of any food allergies / restrictions. We are a peanut free school).

Music & Culture: Dance, learn and sing to various traditional French songs.

Field trip: Ages 4 and up if weather permitted we will be going to a nearby park/library. For selected students ages 12-17 will participate at A Vous La Parole French poetry recitation contest and will be going to Chez Daniel Bistro to practice ordering in French.  MIA (Minnesota Institute of Arts) K-12: to study some French impressionists.   Please check the permission section on registration form. Please refer to the curriculum or site calendar for dates and details.

French celebrations: To embrace culture and diversity we will have celebrations such as: Noël & le carnaval. This gives the children the opportunity to show their talents in French through singing and acting. Please refer to the site calendar for these dates. Dates are subject to change.

Preschool graduation/distribution of certificates: An event to honor the students’ hard work and dedication. Please refer to the site calendar for dates.

CLASS SCHEDULE & TUITION PER SESSION FALL - SPRING

The application must be filed out and a $75 non-refundable processing fee must be mailed to the office to secure a space for the student (this doesn’t apply to the adult evening class). Classes are non-refundable due to inclement weather, cancelled by parent /student, no show by student. By filling out the school registration form you have agreed to abide with these terms. Please ask about our late pick-up policy.

Maternelle: limit capacity of 6 students
Thursdays 1:00 - 3:30 pm
Fall Session: 1 Day - $390 / 2 Days - $650
Winter Session: 1 Day - $360 / 2 Days - $600
Spring Session: 1 Day - $280 / 2 Days - $460

Friday Afternoon Time 12:45 - 2:00 pm (13 weeks)
Fall Session: $178
Winter Session: $178
Spring Session: $135

Moyenne/grande section limit of 8 students (pre K-K) ages 4 to 6 years
*French Language Skill Required
Monday - Wednesday 8:00 - 10:30 am
Fall Session: 2 Days - $650 / 3 Days - $780
Winter Session: 2 Days - $600 / 3 Days - $720
Spring Session: 2 Days - $460 / 3 Days - $550

Primaire/Elémentaire: limit capacity 10-12 students
Grande section - CM1 (K-4th) Beginning French Level
Thursday & Friday 3:00 - 4:15 pm
Fall Session: 1 Day - $178 / 2 Days - $310
Winter Session: 1 Day - $164 / 2 Days - $286
Spring Session: 1 Day - $135 / 2 Days - $253
Student are able to make-up class based on availability and space.

Grande Section - Cinquième (K - 5th grade) Beginning French level 1-4
Saturday 11:00 am - 12:15 pm
Fall Session: $178
Winter Session: $164
Spring Session: $135
Student are able to make-up class based on availability and space.

Secondaire/Collège: limit capacity 10-12 students 
CM2-4eme (3rd – 8th) Beginning French level 1-3
Mondays & Thursdays 4:30 - 6:00 pm
Fall Session: 1 Day - $230 / 2 Days - $400
Winter Session: 1 Day - $210 / 2 Days - $370
Spring Session: 1 Day - $170 / 2 Days - $290
Student are able to make-up class based on availability and space.

CM2-4eme (3rd – 8th)  Pre-intermediate French level 1-4 & intermediate 1 & 2
*French Language Skill Required
Wednesday & Friday 4:30 - 6:00 pm
Fall Session: 1 Day - $230 / 2 Days - $400
Winter Session: 1 Day - $210 / 2 Days - $385
Spring Session: 1 Day - $170 / 2 Days - $290
Student are able to make-up class based on availability and space.

Secondaire/Collège & Lycée:  (ages 13-adults) limit capacity: 12-15 students
CM-4eme-adultes Intermediate conversational French level 1-3
*French Language Skill Required
Fridays 11:15 am - 12:30 pm (13 weeks)
Fall Session: $178
Winter Session: $178
Spring Session: $135

Adultes: (ages 15-adults) *Location:Church of the Cross 201 9th Ave N. Hopkins, MN 55343

CM-Seconde-adultes Beginning conversational French level 1-3
Thursdays 7:00 - 9:00 pm
Class starts February 23-March 30th   
Cost:  $110.00 (6 classes)  Terms and regulations:  Classes are non-refundable unless cancelled by teacher this doesn’t apply to weather.  

CM-Seconde-adultes Intermediate conversational French level 1-3
*French Language Skill Required
Tuesdays 7:00 - 9:00 pm
Class starts January 10-March 27th
Cost:  $110.00 (6 classes)  Terms and regulations:  Classes are non-refundable unless cancelled by teacher this doesn’t apply to weather.