A New Grade 10 program 1 – Individualized student Learning process aimed at individual needs 2 – Introduction to economics and possible careers 3 – Modern languages at the centre of the pedagogical project French Baccalaureat (American option)

1 – Learning process aimed at individual needs Small study groups (2h/week, from Feb. to June) Interdisciplinary research project Completion of a research report Oral presentation before a group of examiners Writing an oral defence in French, in English or in Spanish OBJECTIVE To better prepare our students for the Baccalaureat presentation in Grade 11 of the Independent Study Unit

2 – Introduction to economics and possible careers 3 hours / week of introductory economics Meeting with CEOs and on-site field trips Career forum: in cooperation with volunteer parents, exploration of business world and career paths

3 - Modern languages at the centre of the pedagogical project Systematic use of the language portfolio Preparation for language certification: (DELE, TOEFL....) 3rd modern language: preparation for the baccalaureat elective exam (2 hours / week of Italian or Mandarin)

French Baccalaureat (American option) Preparation for the advanced English group to join the International Option of the French Baccalaureat (OIB American Section) A course in English language and literature (5 hours) Deborah Lambie A history course taught in English (2 hours) Laura Cappe A geography course taught in French (2 hours) Jean-François Masson

French Baccalaureat (American option) Exam subjects pertaining to the American International Option of the French Baccalaureat Language and literature (written and oral exams in English)

French Baccalaureat (American option) Exam subjects pertaining to the American International Option of the French Baccalaureat History and Geography (Test in English or in French, oral exam in English)

2009 results for the International Option of the French Baccalaureat 533 students registered (133 in North America and 400 in France) Results of the 133 students in North America All students successfully completed the American International Option of the French Baccalaureat

French Baccalaureat (American option) Additional benefits of the American International Option of the French Baccalaureat: The joint organization of the examination with the College Entrance Examination Board Advanced Placement Program, facilitating recognition of the diploma by both North American universities and classes préparatoires in France. The level of written and oral English language and literature exams corresponds to the high level of our bilingual students The acquisition in English of a high level of competence in the Social Sciences. A more prominent place is given to oral exams.