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Session
Location
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A1

Absolute Beginner French - A1.1 w/Mia (In-Person – 8900 Starcrest Dr)

Regular Courses

This introductory French course builds a strong foundation in everyday communication. Students learn essential vocabulary, basic grammar structures, and practical expressions used in real‑life situations. The course emphasizes speaking, listening, reading, and writing through simple dialogues, interactive activities, and cultural exploration.

Classes are progressive. Absolute beginners work their way up from A1.1 onto A1.2, etc. From A1, students move onto A2, onto B1, etc. Textbook is not included in fee. Students will need to purchase: Easy French Step-by-Step 1st Edition by Myrna Bell Rochester (ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0071453875) before the start of class.

Schedule: Wednesdays July 8th - August 12th (6-weeks) 6:30pm-8pm

Level: A1.1

Teacher: Mia Kreimeier

Beginner French – A1.3 w/Danica (Zoom/online)

Regular Courses

This class is for students looking to build a foundation in the French language. Classes are progressive. Absolute beginners work their way from A1.1 onto A1.2 onto A1.3, etc. From A1, students move on to A2, to B1, to B2, etc. Textbook is not included in fee. Students will need to purchase: Easy French Step-by-Step 1st Edition by Myrna Bell Rochester (ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0071453875) .

Schedule: Saturdays July 11th - August 15th (6-weeks) 4:30pm – 6:30pm

Level: A1.3

Teacher: Danica

French for Spanish Speakers – Absolute Beginner w/Gwen (Zoom/online)

Workshops

Is Spanish your native language? Are you interested in learning French for the first-time ever? If yes/si/oui, this class is for you! There are similarities between Spanish and French that can provide an advantage to Spanish speakers when learning French. This course will capitalize on advantages and simultaneously work to overcome some of the most common mistakes made by Spanish-native speakers.

Dates: Tuesday, July 7th – 28th  (4-weeks) 6:30pm-8pm

Level: A1.1

Teacher: Gwen

g. À la découverte des expressions/Let’s explore French phrases w/Juliette (In-Person – 8900 Starcrest Dr)

Workshops

Let’s discover French phrases together. We’ll explore different phrases, translating them literally, then trying to guess their meaning and origin. A great class for all levels to build vocabulary and discover new phrases.

Schedule: Thursdays June 4th - June 25th (4-weeks) 6:30pm - 8pm

Level: A1 – A2

Teacher: Juliette

h. À la découverte des homophones/Let's Play With Homophones w/Juliette (In-Person – 8900 Starcrest Dr)

Workshops

French is filled with homophones, words that are spelled differently, but are pronounced the same way, for example: la mer, la mère, and le maire. Each set of homophones will be followed by an exercise. All exercises will be done in class. No homework, just a fun time!

Schedule: Thursdays July 30th - August 20th  (4-weeks) 6:30pm - 8pm

Level: A1 – A2          

Teacher: Juliette

Lecture à voix haute/Let’s read out loud w/Juliette (In-Person – 8900 Starcrest Dr)

Workshops

Each week, you’ll receive a series of texts, and you’ll be asked to prepare the reading of one of the texts (for example, making sure you understand the text, so you can put the right intonation, or marking the liaisons on the page). In class, participants will take turns reading out loud. It’s a great way to improve pronunciation and gain some confidence.

Schedule: Thursdays July 2nd - July 23rd (4-weeks) 6:30pm - 8pm

Level: A1 – A2

Teacher: Juliette

Vocabulary Building/Enrichissons notre vocabulaire – Session I w/Juliette (Zoom/online)

Workshops

Each week, we’ll read a text together (news article, recipe, general text, etc.), and we’ll build together a vocabulary list based on the text. You’ll discover the whole text in class. It’s a great class to challenge yourself by using your deductive skills on the spot, the participants will be able to brainstorm, and you’ll receive tips about building a vocabulary list. Facultative homework: each participant will be able to send the teacher 3-5 sentences with the words of the lesson to receive a personalized correction.

Schedule: Mondays June 1st - June 22nd (4-weeks) 6:30pm - 8pm

Level: A1 – A2

Vocabulary Building/Enrichissons notre vocabulaire – Session II w/Juliette (Zoom/online)

Workshops

Each week, we’ll read a text together (news article, recipe, general text, etc.), and we’ll build together a vocabulary list based on the text. You’ll discover the whole text in class. It’s a great class to challenge yourself by using your deductive skills on the spot, the participants will be able to brainstorm, and you’ll receive tips about building a vocabulary list. Facultative homework: each participant will be able to send the teacher 3-5 sentences with the words of the lesson to receive a personalized correction.

Schedule: Mondays June 29th - July 20th (4-weeks) 6:30pm-8pm

Level: A1 – A2

Teacher: Juliette

Vocabulary Building/Enrichissons notre vocabulaire – Session III w/Juliette (Zoom/online)

Workshops

Each week, we’ll read a text together (news article, recipe, general text, etc.), and we’ll build together a vocabulary list based on the text. You’ll discover the whole text in class. It’s a great class to challenge yourself by using your deductive skills on the spot, the participants will be able to brainstorm, and you’ll receive tips about building a vocabulary list. Facultative homework: each participant will be able to send the teacher 3-5 sentences with the words of the lesson to receive a personalized correction.

Schedule: Mondays July 27th - August 17th (4-weeks) 6:30pm-8pm

Level: A1 – A2

Teacher: Juliette

A1.1

Absolute Beginner French - A1.1 w/Mia (In-Person – 8900 Starcrest Dr)

Regular Courses

This introductory French course builds a strong foundation in everyday communication. Students learn essential vocabulary, basic grammar structures, and practical expressions used in real‑life situations. The course emphasizes speaking, listening, reading, and writing through simple dialogues, interactive activities, and cultural exploration.

Classes are progressive. Absolute beginners work their way up from A1.1 onto A1.2, etc. From A1, students move onto A2, onto B1, etc. Textbook is not included in fee. Students will need to purchase: Easy French Step-by-Step 1st Edition by Myrna Bell Rochester (ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0071453875) before the start of class.

Schedule: Wednesdays July 8th - August 12th (6-weeks) 6:30pm-8pm

Level: A1.1

Teacher: Mia Kreimeier

French for Spanish Speakers – Absolute Beginner w/Gwen (Zoom/online)

Workshops

Is Spanish your native language? Are you interested in learning French for the first-time ever? If yes/si/oui, this class is for you! There are similarities between Spanish and French that can provide an advantage to Spanish speakers when learning French. This course will capitalize on advantages and simultaneously work to overcome some of the most common mistakes made by Spanish-native speakers.

Dates: Tuesday, July 7th – 28th  (4-weeks) 6:30pm-8pm

Level: A1.1

Teacher: Gwen

A1.3

Beginner French – A1.3 w/Danica (Zoom/online)

Regular Courses

This class is for students looking to build a foundation in the French language. Classes are progressive. Absolute beginners work their way from A1.1 onto A1.2 onto A1.3, etc. From A1, students move on to A2, to B1, to B2, etc. Textbook is not included in fee. Students will need to purchase: Easy French Step-by-Step 1st Edition by Myrna Bell Rochester (ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0071453875) .

Schedule: Saturdays July 11th - August 15th (6-weeks) 4:30pm – 6:30pm

Level: A1.3

Teacher: Danica

A2

French Expressions w/ Marie-Pierre (Zoom/online)

Workshops

Learn need-to-know French expressions to enrich your vocabulary…expressions related to colors, fruits and vegetables, health, politeness, etc. For previous students, fresh content will be covered, so feel free to sign up again, even if you’ve taken this class with Marie-Pierre before. This class is intended for upper beginner/intermediate students, not absolute beginners.

Schedule: Tuesdays June 23rd - July 14th  (4-weeks) from 9:00 to 10:30 AM

Level: A2-B1

Teacher: Marie-Pierre

g. À la découverte des expressions/Let’s explore French phrases w/Juliette (In-Person – 8900 Starcrest Dr)

Workshops

Let’s discover French phrases together. We’ll explore different phrases, translating them literally, then trying to guess their meaning and origin. A great class for all levels to build vocabulary and discover new phrases.

Schedule: Thursdays June 4th - June 25th (4-weeks) 6:30pm - 8pm

Level: A1 – A2

Teacher: Juliette

h. À la découverte des homophones/Let's Play With Homophones w/Juliette (In-Person – 8900 Starcrest Dr)

Workshops

French is filled with homophones, words that are spelled differently, but are pronounced the same way, for example: la mer, la mère, and le maire. Each set of homophones will be followed by an exercise. All exercises will be done in class. No homework, just a fun time!

Schedule: Thursdays July 30th - August 20th  (4-weeks) 6:30pm - 8pm

Level: A1 – A2          

Teacher: Juliette

Lecture à voix haute/Let’s read out loud w/Juliette (In-Person – 8900 Starcrest Dr)

Workshops

Each week, you’ll receive a series of texts, and you’ll be asked to prepare the reading of one of the texts (for example, making sure you understand the text, so you can put the right intonation, or marking the liaisons on the page). In class, participants will take turns reading out loud. It’s a great way to improve pronunciation and gain some confidence.

Schedule: Thursdays July 2nd - July 23rd (4-weeks) 6:30pm - 8pm

Level: A1 – A2

Teacher: Juliette

Vocabulary Building/Enrichissons notre vocabulaire – Session I w/Juliette (Zoom/online)

Workshops

Each week, we’ll read a text together (news article, recipe, general text, etc.), and we’ll build together a vocabulary list based on the text. You’ll discover the whole text in class. It’s a great class to challenge yourself by using your deductive skills on the spot, the participants will be able to brainstorm, and you’ll receive tips about building a vocabulary list. Facultative homework: each participant will be able to send the teacher 3-5 sentences with the words of the lesson to receive a personalized correction.

Schedule: Mondays June 1st - June 22nd (4-weeks) 6:30pm - 8pm

Level: A1 – A2

Vocabulary Building/Enrichissons notre vocabulaire – Session II w/Juliette (Zoom/online)

Workshops

Each week, we’ll read a text together (news article, recipe, general text, etc.), and we’ll build together a vocabulary list based on the text. You’ll discover the whole text in class. It’s a great class to challenge yourself by using your deductive skills on the spot, the participants will be able to brainstorm, and you’ll receive tips about building a vocabulary list. Facultative homework: each participant will be able to send the teacher 3-5 sentences with the words of the lesson to receive a personalized correction.

Schedule: Mondays June 29th - July 20th (4-weeks) 6:30pm-8pm

Level: A1 – A2

Teacher: Juliette

Vocabulary Building/Enrichissons notre vocabulaire – Session III w/Juliette (Zoom/online)

Workshops

Each week, we’ll read a text together (news article, recipe, general text, etc.), and we’ll build together a vocabulary list based on the text. You’ll discover the whole text in class. It’s a great class to challenge yourself by using your deductive skills on the spot, the participants will be able to brainstorm, and you’ll receive tips about building a vocabulary list. Facultative homework: each participant will be able to send the teacher 3-5 sentences with the words of the lesson to receive a personalized correction.

Schedule: Mondays July 27th - August 17th (4-weeks) 6:30pm-8pm

Level: A1 – A2

Teacher: Juliette

B1

French Expressions w/ Marie-Pierre (Zoom/online)

Workshops

Learn need-to-know French expressions to enrich your vocabulary…expressions related to colors, fruits and vegetables, health, politeness, etc. For previous students, fresh content will be covered, so feel free to sign up again, even if you’ve taken this class with Marie-Pierre before. This class is intended for upper beginner/intermediate students, not absolute beginners.

Schedule: Tuesdays June 23rd - July 14th  (4-weeks) from 9:00 to 10:30 AM

Level: A2-B1

Teacher: Marie-Pierre

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$135.00 USD

Code: 26-Summer-FfSs-Ab Beg Session I-Gwen-Zoom


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