Latin 1
This course introduces students to Latin, the language not only of ancient Rome, but also the European Middle Ages and the fields of early modern math, science, and philosophy. We will use Suburani, a story-based…
Discipline: Language
Recognizing the increasing need for individuals to appreciate and understand the contributions of cultures and ideologies different from their own, George School offers comprehensive language programs in Chinese, French, Latin, and Spanish. Teachers are all native speakers or have a native-like command of the language they teach.
Courses listed in the prerequisites refer to courses taken at George School. Students who have studied language elsewhere must take a placement test to demonstrate proficiency.
French Seminar
This course is for students who have native or near-native command of the French language. Content is tailored to the needs and interests of the students taking the course in a particular year. While this…
IB HL French B
IB HL French B consists of 3 mods of either Intensive French 4 (FRE451A) or Advanced French (FRE550A) in 11th grade, followed by at least 2 mods of Advanced French (FRE550A) or French Seminar (FRE650A)…
Advanced French
Students enter this class experienced in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding French. This class is conducted entirely in French and active oral participation is key. Each year, the literary, grammatical, and cultural foci of this…
IB SL French B
IB SL French B is designed for students whose interest is primarily in the contemporary French-speaking world. The class is conducted entirely in French and active oral participation is expected. Speaking and writing activities are…
Intensive French 4
This course is designed for intermediate level students and will aim at further honing their reading, writing and speaking skills. The class is conducted entirely in French and active oral participation is expected. Speaking and…
Intensive French 3
This course focuses on transitioning from acquisition to application of language through the study of culture and literature. The course begins with a rapid review of key contexts and structures from Intensive French 2. Students…
French 3
This course focuses on transitioning from acquisition to application of language through the study of culture and literature. Following a review of key contexts and structures from French 2, the course continues to expand students’…
Intensive French 2
Students in this course continue with the immersion method. The course begins with a rapid review of key contexts and structures from French 1 and continues to broaden students’ command of French language communication through…
French 2
Students in this course continue with the immersion method. The course begins with a review of key contexts and structures from French 1 and continues to deepen students’ command of French language communication through the…