We continue to celebrate the study of French at Ruyton.
New Technologies and Language Learning
It has been a year where we have explored new technologies and the contribution they can make to our language learning. Students have explored podcasts and blogs as well as more traditional sources of information.
French Reading Programme
This year has been a year of development in the French reading programme which has given the senior girls the opportunity to work with younger students on developing literacy skills through French. Languages are about communication and it is inspirational to see this intra-school involvement and the learning for all the students who take part.
Bastille Day
Bastille Day was celebrated in mid July in the Junior School. Once again, the students won the competition against the teachers and were able to use their guillotine on the unfortunate loser.
Declaration of the Rights of Man
A Senior Assembly was held to mark the Declaration of the Rights of Man on August 25th, 1789 and to highlight the enduring impact of the French Revolution on the modern world. The girls had a chance to compete in our own French version of ‘Who wants to be a Millionaire’, a test of their knowledge of French history and politics.
Alliance Française
The Alliance Française competition has continued to be popular with over 160 girls competing.
Beyond the Classroom
French students have been on excursions to see modern French films, mini-beast at the Museum of Victoria and a local patisserie. They have also had the chance to meet visitors from the French speaking world. These visitors have enhanced our programme and helped staff and students alike with their enthusiastic contributions to classes and resources.