Veronique Schneider
vschneider@pendletonschool.org
Office: Room 108
Office Hours: Monday 6:30-8:30




COURSE DESCRIPTION	

French I is an introduction to French. Students 
will develop basic listening, reading, writing and speaking skills 
in French, while exploring the rich cultural heritage of the 
French world.
 	


 
COURSE OBJECTIVES	

For all levels of language instruction:
�	Encourage the study of languages 
�	Help students take a more active approach to 
        language study,  setting goals and choosing study strategies 
�	Help students develop discipline in language study 
�	Build a good balance of language skills

Language skills: 
1. Stronger in listening than speaking
2. Stronger in reading than writing
3. Larger receptive vocabulary than productive vocabulary
4. Stronger knowledge of vocabulary than of grammar
 
 	 
COURSE POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

In order to maintain an optimal learning 
environment for all students it is important that you show respect 
for the teacher, the other students and yourself. The guidelines in 
both the IMG and Pendleton handbooks are followed at all times. It 
is especially important to be on time and prepared for every class. 
Please bring your laptop, notebook, and school supplies to each 
class.
Keeping current in your assignments is crucial. Notify me in advance 
of your absence and we will work to complete your assignments before 
you depart. You are to monitor your own progress, using the 
assignment web site, and arrange for additional help or enrichment 
as needed.
 	 
GRADING POLICY
20%	Pendleton Participation
80%	French assignments and tests

GRADING SCALE
The Pendleton handbook outlines our grading scale.
A	100-90
B	89-80
C	79-70
D	69-65
F	64