ADOPT A SCHOOL
SUPPORTING THE EXPANSION OF FRENCH-ENGLISH
BILINGUAL EDUCATION IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS 2014-2019
Who We Are
Our mission is to expand access and meet the growing need for FrenchEnglish Dual Language Education programs in NYC.
The French Dual Language Program is an initiative of FACE Foundation, a 501(c)3 organization,
and the Cultural Services of the French Embassy.
The program is overseen by an advisory committee of engaged parents, educators and
philanthropists.
FACE Foundation is a nonprofit organization, chartered by the state of
New York.
FACE, is dedicated to nurturing French-American relations through
innovative international projects in the arts, education, and cultural
exchange.
Housed in the Cultural Services of the French Embassy in New York, and overseen by a Board of
Trustees, FACE serves an extensive network of patrons through its cultural and educational programs
and provides support to various initiatives through its partnership with the Cultural Services of the
French Embassy.
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Our Vision
A New York City network of
French Dual Language public
schools through 12th grade,
preparing a diverse group of
New York City public school
students for a bilingual
future.
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The Bilingual Revolution Starts Now
The present and future
of New York City is
international.
Let’s prepare New York
City’s students to thrive
in this future.
The bilingual revolution
begins in French and
starts now.
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The Bilingual Revolution - K-8
is underway.
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We can now build New York City’s next
great International High School
The School for International Studies in Brooklyn will be
New York City’s first French Dual Language International
Baccalaureate public school.
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With your help, we’ll build a destination for all K-8
French Dual Language students.
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We’ll raise the bar by providing the only Frenchfocused International Baccalaureate Diploma
Program in a New York City public school.
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We’ll serve students who would otherwise never
benefit from bilingualism or the rigorous
preparation of the International Baccalaureate.
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Adopt a school: The School For International Studies
The School for International Studies, is
located in Boerum Hill, Brooklyn, in a
growing French community.
It has been collectively adopted by the
French community, under the aegis of
the Comité des Associations Françaises.
We’re seeking $100,000 annually to
build and sustain the city’s first French
public bilingual International
Baccalaureate program.
This will give our community a rigorous
and accessible bilingual education from
kindergarten up to college.
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Needs
By adopting the School For International Studies at the $100,000 annual level
you’ll transform the educational experience of public school students each year by
providing:
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French Language International Baccalaureate curriculum and materials
Assessments towards the International Baccalaureate Diploma
French books and resources
French language and French heritage enrichment offerings
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Benefits
• Your company will benefit by receiving:
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Wide recognition as the School for International Studies Lead Partner in all French Embassy
and the School for International Studies communications materials and in media efforts (the
Embassy's French Dual Language efforts have been featured in the NY Times and other
leading media channels.)
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Recognition as Lead Partner at all externally-focused School for International Studies events.
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Multiple employee engagement opportunities at the school and at your company.
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A chance to make a lasting impression on the school and the diverse student body it serves!
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Wide acknowledgement throughout the French community and beyond.
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A dedicated plaque at the school (for Adopt a School level).
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Ongoing updates on your impact.
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Further Advantages for the French
Community
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Children of employees of some of the largest French companies (many members
of the FACC) attend French Dual Language programs and will benefit from the
School for International Studies.
Children from the US , and many other countries, will gain access to a unique
education
All attending children preserve and/or develop strong links with France and its
culture.
We’re developing long-term and long-lasting interest for the French language,
cultural products, French tourism, etc.
There is a unique, beautiful and vibrant atmosphere of multilingualism in
classrooms.
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How You Can Help
How Your Contribution Will Impact Students and Teachers
SCHOLARSHIP FUND
$3,500: covers basic program cost for 1 student’s education through grade 12
BOOK FUND
$7,000: covers books and resources for 1 student through grade 12
ADOPT A TEACHER
$10,000: provides teacher development funds for 1 year
ADOPT A CLASSROOM
$25,000 provides funds for a teacher and classroom for 1 year
ADOPT A STUDENT-TEACHER
$35,000: provides funds to certify 1 new Dual Language Teacher
ADOPT A SCHOOL LIBRARY
$50,000: provides funds for 1 year of books
ADOPT A SCHOOL
$100,000: provides of all the above for 1 year. Build an exclusive connection and
watch it grow.
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Partner Support in the US and in France
Key Partners
Public and Financial Support from
the French Government
Corporate and Non-Profit Donors
The Carnegie Corporation of New York
The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation
The Florence Gould Foundation
The Alfred and Jane Ross Foundation
The Anna-Maria & Stephen Kellen Foundation
The Omaha Foundation
French Minister of Foreign Affairs, Laurent Fabius, visits the
French-English Dual Language Program at PS 58 (Sept 2013)
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French-English Dual Language Program in the Media
2014-2015 Highlights
Recognition as an Important and Exciting Academic Initiative
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Merci!
Thank you
All student pictures in this presentation are from FrenchEnglish Dual Language Program classrooms.
Contact: Fabrice Jaumont, PhD
Embassy of France to the U.S
fabrice.jaumont@diplomatie.gouv.fr (212) 439-1408
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