Canadian Parents for French Burnaby Chapter
Award 2015-16
Canadian Parents for French Burnaby Chapter has established a $250 award for a student currently graduating with a bilingual diploma. Up to three awards will be granted; one for each of the French Immersion Burnaby high schools.
This award recognizes students who have made contributions to the enrichment of French second-language learning experiences for themselves and/or others in their school and/or community. The students must also plan to continue with post-secondary studies. Special consideration will be given to students continuing French language studies at a post-secondary level. The award will be given to the successful candidate upon proof of registration in a post-secondary institution.
Criteria
- Participates as a volunteer in French Second Language events and activities within the school or community.
- Intention to pursue further post-secondary education, preferably French language training (local or abroad).
Who is eligible?
- Applicant is in grade 12 and currently graduating from a Burnaby district high school with a bilingual diploma.
- Applicant plans to pursue their studies at a post-secondary institution.
The Essay
A 500 word essay written in French on the following topic is required.
“Grâce à l’immersion française, il y a beaucoup d’avantages quand je pense à mon avenir.”
Reference
Please choose a teacher that is familiar with your knowledge of the French language and involvement in French language activities.
Please list teacher’s name, email address and phone number.
Deadline: APRIL 15th, 2016
Please submit your completed application to cpfburnabychapter@gmail.com
See attached Application Form for full details (includes consent form for media release).