​French Immersion is an intensive additional language acquisition program in which students study in French while following the regular B.C. Curriculum. French Immersion is available to students of all linguistic backgrounds. Parents need not speak English or French to enroll their children in French Immersion as this program is designed for families who do not speak French at home. Mission Public School's French Immersion programs are provided in schools which also offer the regular English program.​

​Choosing French immersion for your child is a decision that can have a lasting positive impact on their cognitive, academic, and personal development. Research has shown that immersion is the most effective way for a child to become functionally bilingual. An additional language opens more doors for your child, it will give them an increased appreciation of other languages and cultures.​

• ​communicate effectively and independently in French, both orally and in writing
  
• develop competencies through observation, inquiry, critical and creative thinking, and problem solving
• understand and appreciate a variety of French-language texts that reflect Francophone and First Peoples perspectives
• understand and appreciate Francophone cultures as well as their own culture and those of others
• acquire an openness toward interculturality, by belonging to a minority community in a multicultural context
• deepen their knowledge of themselves and others in a changing world
• forge their identity as Francophiles and integrate French into their personal and work life
  

The Early Immersion program provides students with an education equivalent to that which is available in the English language program, while providing students with the opportunity to acquire a high level of proficiency in French. Students normally enter Early Immersion in Kindergarten (and occasionally in Grade 1).  Upon graduation from the program in Grade 12, they should be able to participate easily in conversations in French, take post-secondary courses with French as the language of instruction and accept employment with French as the language of the work place. Students graduating in Mission Public Schools' French Immersion programs can obtain DELF certification and a Double Dogwood Diploma.

Who is eligible ? Any kindergarten or grade one student, regardless of the child's first language

REGISTRATION FOR THE 2024-25 SCHOOL YEAR IS STILL OPEN! 

​Contact Shauna Néro (shauna.nero@mpsd.ca) for more details.​​

• École Christine Morrison Elementary School and École Mission Central Elementary School offer Elementary French Immersion programs.
• École Heritage Park Middle School offers the Middle French Immersion program.
• École Mission Secondary School offers a Secondary French Immersion program. ​
  

​French Immersion Kindergarten Pre-Registration Week Opens:  January 8 - January 12, 2024

Here's what to do:

1. Read the Kindergarten Registration Procedure 2024-2025​
   
2. Locate your Catchment School: Baragar School Locator
3. Click on the French Immersion Pre-Registration Link below and complete the Pre-Registration form (​Jan. 8 - Jan. 12, 2024). 
   
4. Indicate if you will be applying for a Cross Boundary Request. This does not guarantee you a spot at the requested school.
   
5. Download and save (Ctrl + S) the Registration Package​ before editing or obtain a copy from your catchment school.
6. Your school will contact you to arrange an appointment to complete the registration. 
7. Take your documentation with you to your appointment (i.e.,​ Proof of Age / Proof of Residency in BC and Proof of Physical Home Address (for Catchment Area Schools). No Registration will be complete until ALL applicable documents have been provided to the school.
8. Families registering after registration week can contact the school to arrange a registration appointment. Spots are given on a first-come, first-served basis.
   

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​Mission Public School's Late French Immersion (FI) Program is an excellent choice for students who want to learn an additional language, want to experience a different culture, or are looking for a challenge.  

Late French Immersion is a program for entry into FI in grade 6, and students are integrated into the regular FI stream in grade 9, to continue through to Grade 12.​ At present, it is not offered in MPSD.

In the Late French Immersion program, students receive English language instruction beginning in Grade 3. This allows them to develop a strong foundation in their first language while preparing them for the immersive French learning environment that they will encounter in Grade 6. Once they enter the Late French Immersion program, students will find that the majority of their classes are delivered in French. This immersive environment provides a unique opportunity for students to develop their French language skills rapidly. Students who complete the program will have a strong foundation in both French and English, which will be a valuable asset in their future academic and professional pursuits. Students graduating in Mission Public Schools' French Immersion programs can obtain DELF certification and a Double Dogwood Diploma.

Who is eligible ? Any grade 6 student, regardless of the child's first language

Where is the Late French Immersion program ? potentially at École Mission Central

Parent information night was held in March 2024. PowerPoint Slides shared can be viewed HERE!

R​egistration for the 2024/25 school year was open March until June 2024.
Due to very low registration numbers, the program will NOT be offered in September 2024.​​

​If you have any questions about the programs or Early or Late French immersion registration procedures, please contact the district's French Program Coordinator, Mme. Shauna Néro at shauna.nero@mpsd.ca.

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