OJCS Francais  

From this year onward, we have a new and exciting opportunity that will be offered to interested Extended French students in the Spring.  We will be facilitating the Diplôme d’études en langue française (aka – the DELF) exam which measures 4 competencies (Listening Comprehension, Oral Communication, Reading and Written Expression).  This is an internationally recognized certification program that unequivocally means a student who meets the criteria can join immersive French programs (e.g. at the high school level in local school boards, as well as other private schools and IB programs).  In future years, following this initial pilot, we will be offering this to Core French students as well, so they can also show their level of French mastery.

Some important things to know:

• The DELF is considered proof of a student’s French language skills;
• This certification is recognized internationally in 160 countries;
• It is used as the standard of levelling by universities, employers and the Canadian Federal Government;
• Once a student receives the diploma for a particular level it is valid for life;
• Students throughout high school and university (and even once they are employed) can continue to take the exam to qualify for higher levelling.

Some more important details – I will be invigilating the exam on-site in April 2023, however there is a cost of $125.00 to write it.  If a student chooses to write the DELF exam, it will take the place of their final French exam in June.  I will of course make myself available to answer any questions.  We can set-up individual appointments, or if there is interest, we can host a virtual Q & A.

Warmly,

Keren and Wanda