Tuesday, Feb. 8, 2022
Kindergarten students can be enrolled in French Immersion
A virtual information session is being held for families who want to learn more about enrolling their kindergarten student in French Immersion with 17³Ô¹ÏÍø (NNDSB). The session is being held Wednesday, March 23 at 6 p.m.
Families can register for the session .
Early French Immersion is offered in four of the board’s elementary schools: Alliance and Sunset Park Public 17³Ô¹ÏÍø in North Bay; Mattawa District Public School and Parry Sound Public School.
Benefits of learning a second language include increased mental flexibility, improved problem-solving skills, a better understanding of aspects of different cultures and expanded career opportunities. More information about the benefits of French as a second language can be found in this .
Information about French Immersion at NNDSB can be found here.
Families can learn more about French as a Second Language in NNDSB schools by downloading this brochure.
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For more information, please contact:
Deb Bartlett
Communications Officer
17³Ô¹ÏÍø
P. (705) 472-8170, extension 5010
E. Deb.Bartlett@nearnorthschools.ca
