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Maine French Heritage Language Program

Maine French Heritage Language Program. Core Principles. 1. Classes occur 80-90% in French; 2. All variants of the French language, including the local variant in Maine, are celebrated with the children;

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Maine French Heritage Language Program

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  1. Maine French Heritage Language Program

  2. Core Principles 1. Classes occur 80-90% in French; 2. All variants of the French language, including the local variant in Maine, are celebrated with the children; 3. The aim is to show the children that language and culture are inextricably linked and by valuing one we value the other.

  3. Maine French Heritage Language Program “les Objectifs” Objective: Bridge the gap between generations Objective: Develop connections between the richness of Maine’s Franco-American heritage, language, and identity and the Francophone World Objective: Develop an emerging proficiency in French Objective: Create a model that can be duplicated and sustained

  4. Bridging the gap between generations through the presence of the cultural associate and student apprentice Mlle Nancy Ma, Bates College Apprentice and Madame Morin, Cultural Associate

  5. Bridging the gap between generations with Canadian Contre Dances “Les fillesdansent.”

  6. Bridging the gap between generations by enjoying Senior Franco-American Folk Singers

  7. Bridging the gap by instilling an appreciation for Franco-American Traditions. • \ Blackie Béchardexplains the costume of raquetteurs at the Lincoln School in Augusta

  8. developing connections anda better understanding of French cultures and their place in the Francophone world VoniEamsshares her Madagascar Heritage.

  9. Developing connections to the richness of Maine’s Franco-American heritage and the Francophone World Jordan Benissan, percussionist from Togo, and Sherwood Heights Audience

  10. Experiencing the richness of Maine’s Franco-American heritage, language, and identity and the Francophone World Lily Vincent, Rielly Lauer, Morgan Giard, Matthew Absher, Brendon Richardson, Aiden Charest, Anna Dufresne, Daniel Dufresne, Christian French, Dylan Pooler, Tristan Brezovsky, Hailey Strout, absent Sid Lachance and Emily Farrington

  11. Developing an emergent proficiency in French language By playing and interacting in French!

  12. Developing Proficiency and a profound respect for variances in the French language Miss Arbour, Cultural Associate, speaks with youngsters. Youngsters exchange ideas.

  13. Creating a model that can be duplicated and sustained Augusta schools – Lincoln and Hussey Elementary schools confirmed (30 students) Auburn schools – Sherwood Heights Elementary and Fairview School (30 students) Models: • Tuition, • Integration with 21st Century After School Program, • Partnerships with After Care Programs, • Private Sponsorships • Partnerships with Non-Profit Organizations such as French Language Heritage Program (FACE) in New York and the Centre de la Francophonie des Amériques(CFA) in Québec. • Collaborations with UMA and UMLA and Bates College.

  14. Themes for 2012-2013! 1. Vivons ensemble en français (rootsand identity). 2. Célébrons en français (traditions and celebrations). 3. Partageons la nourriture en français (foods and manners). 4. Chantons, lisons et jouons en français. (Stories, songs, and games)

  15. Maine French Heritage Language Program Partners The Windover Foundation

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