English and Moderns Department
Ascension of Our Lord Secondary School
Course Code: FSF 1D1
Course Name: Grade Nine French
Level: Grade Nine Academic
Student Name: _____________________
Textbook #:_______________________
Course Description: This course emphasizes the further development of oral communication, reading and
writing skills. Students will build on and apply their knowledge of French while exploring a variety of themes, such
as relationships, social trends and careers. Thematic readings, which include a selection of short stories and
articles, will serve as stepping stones to oral and written activities. The aim of the program is to provide students
with functional communication skills in French and an understanding of the nature of the language and its culture.
Core French offers to students a valuable educational experience and the chance to develop a usable command of
the French language that can be expanded through further study or through contact with French people.
Overall Course Expectations or Strands:
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Listen and respond to short, structured spoken texts;
Listen and respond to a variety of short simple, non-structured media works;
Express ideas and opinions in short conversations and teacher guided discussions
Make oral presentations on a variety of topics;
Use appropriate language conversations during oral communication activities
Read and demonstrate an understanding of a variety of simple texts;
Read a range of simple texts to gather information and to expand their knowledge of the French language;
Identify and understand language conventions used in their reading materials;
Express ideas and opinions in short written texts;
Create short written texts in structured and open-ended situations;
Identify and use appropriate language conventions in their written work.
Expectations of the Ontario Catholic School Graduate:
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A discerning believer formed in the Catholic Faith community who celebrates the signs and sacred mystery of
God’s presence through word, sacrament, prayer, forgiveness, reflection and moral living.
An effective communicator who speaks, writes and listens honestly and sensitively, responding critically in light of
gospel values.
A reflective, creative and holistic thinker who solves problems and makes responsible decisions with an
informed moral conscience for the common good.
A self-directed self, responsible, lifelong learner who develops and demonstrates their God-given potential.
A collaborative contributor who finds meaning, dignity and vocation in work which respects the rights of all and
contributes to the common good.
A caring family member who attends to family, school, parish, and the wider community.
A responsible citizen who gives witness to Catholic social teaching by promoting peace, justice and the sacredness
of human life.
Efforts will be made to meet the individual learning needs of students to promote student success
with respect to meeting the expectations of this course.
My signature below indicates that I have read the Course Handout, and I am in agreement with its contents.
Parent/Guardian Signature: _________________________
Date: _______________
Student Signature: ________________________________
Date: _______________
Resources:
Units of study:
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The course will use a variety of resources
which will be distributed to students during
the first week of the course. The text and all
other resources assigned to each student are
the responsibility of the student. There is a
replacement fee of $50 for loss or damages.
Moi-meme.com
Crise et Frissons
Les grands monstres
Sur la piste de la tomate carrée
Aventure en tempomobile
Soirée des étoiles
Resources for this course include:
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Sans Frontieres 9e
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French/English Dictionary
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Pens, pencils, paper, etc.
Culminating Summative Tasks will be administered towards
the end of the course and will be weighted at 30% of the
final mark. These tasks are specifically itemized below.
All timelines as stated are approximate.
Evaluation Policies
1. Student marks will be determined by evaluating process & product according to 4 categories (see
below) & 4 levels of the Achievement Chart as found in the Ministry Policy document for English.
Evaluation Structure:
Knowledge/Understanding
Application
Communication
Thinking/Inquiry
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20%
30%
20%
Term Evaluations = 70% of the final mark. Final Evaluation = 30% of the final mark.
Final Evaluations will include: (Final exam = 20% & CPT = 10%)
2. Feedback will also be provided for student learning skills. Working independently, teamwork,
organization, work habits/homework, and initiative are assessed apart from student achievement in
the four categories outlined above and will conform to the coding:
E – Excellent
G – Good
S – Satisfactory
N - Needs Improvement
3. Assignments submitted after the due date established by the teacher will receive a penalty in
accord with our Board Assessment & Evaluation Policy Document as outlined in the student agenda.
4. Should a student miss an evaluation due to a legitimate absence, in accord with our Board A&E
Policy Document, the student and teacher will make arrangements to address the missed
evaluation in a timely manner. In the cases of extended vacation or prolonged absence,
consultation with the appropriate administrator is required.
5. In the event that the student does not make up the missed evaluation(s), a zero may be assigned.
If it is determined that the evaluation(s) has/have been missed as a result of a skip/truancy or
has/have been plagiarized, a zero may be assigned.
6. For all other cases of absence and/or missed evaluations (including absence during the final
examination period), please refer to our Board A&E Policy as outlined in the student agenda.
May God bless your efforts this semester!