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Late Immersion is coming to Journey!
What is it?
Late French Immersion is a program where students enter in Grade 6 and learn to become fluent in French. By Grade 8, they are at the same fluency level as Early French Immersion students (who enter the program in Kindergarten or Grade 1).
Who is it for?
Students who self-select, want to learn French and are willing to take risks with their learning are the most successful.
How does it work?
Students enter in Grade 6. All subjects are taught in French – no English Language Arts until Grade 7, except for ADST, Academies, Exploratories and Band. The goal is 100% French classroom instruction. The focus is on French language development in listening comprehension and building confidence in speaking French. Second language learning design includes games, themes, songs, drama and other engaging activities. Students join the Early French Immersion cohort in Grade 8. At EMCS, they can continue in French Immersion and graduate with a Dual Dogwood Certificate.
When does it start?
September 2025
What does it mean for my child’s future education?
Classes tend to be smaller, with students creating a tight-knit cohort. Students can participate in the French Immersion Program until Grade 12, graduating with a Dual Dogwood Certificate. Students’ French language of instruction changes throughout their educational path (see reverse). French Immersion can provide opportunities for students’ worlds to open in terms of employment, culture, travel and post-secondary education.
How do I sign up?
Registration will open in late January (https://webserver.sd62.bc.ca/schools/registration). For more information or questions, please email Stephanie Croft at scroft@sd62.bc.ca.
More information at Parent Information Meeting, January 20th at 6:00 at Journey
Message from your PAC:
- WEST COAST SEED FOR SALE – Starting Wednesday, January 16th
The popular and high quality seed company West Coast Seeds will be partnering with us in a fundraiser towards school activities. Order forms and more information will be coming home next week.
The Winter Session is now open for ordering. We are offering Subway and Panago Pizza.
Order and pay through munchalunch.com
Fri. Jan. 24th – Subway (deadline for orders Sun. Jan. 19th)
Fri. Feb. 7th – Panago Pizza (deadline for orders Sun. Feb. 2nd)
Fri. Feb. 21st – Subway (deadline for orders Sun. Feb. 16th)
Fri. Mar. 7th – Panago Pizza (deadline for orders Sun. Mar. 2nd)
- Our next PAC meeting will be Tuesday, January 14th, 7pm at the Journey library. Everyone Welcome!
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Message from the PAC:
PIZZA BY THE SLICE 🍕 FOR SALE – Friday Dec. 20th
* served during the lunch hour *
Location: Art room doorway outside
$3 per slice (Cheese, Pepperoni, Hawaiian)
Pop & chips also available.
Winter Dance – Friday, Dec 20th – 12:30-2:30pm
* professional DJ with lights display 🥳
* concession available 🍭
* photo booth with instant photos printed, $2 per photo 📸
Are you interested in volunteering to help with this event? We would love that!
Email: journeymiddleschoolpac@gmail.com
PAC FUN LUNCHES – Munchalunch.com
The Winter Session is now open for ordering. We are offering Subway and Panago Pizza.
Order and pay through munchalunch.com
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Parent Advisory Council – President
Journey Middle School
journeymiddleschoolpac@gmail.com
PAC Reimbursement Request Form