A new feature and resource of the “I Belong Here / Ma place est ici” project!
A new “I Belong Here / Ma place est ici!” series featuring five short vox-pop videos with former students who share what it really means to grow up anglo-Québécois(e) while learning French—and how to start growing your French today.
Une nouvelle série « Ma place est ici / I Belong Here » : cinq capsules vox pop où d’anciens élèves racontent ce que signifie grandir comme anglo-Québécois(e) en apprenant le français—et comment progresser dès maintenant.
The Value of Bilingualism and Student Connections to French
Post-Project Insights Shared by Teachers
Teacher, Pontiac High School at WQSB
“Students expressed pride in being bilingual and recognized the value of French as a second language. Many shared how learning French opened up new opportunities for communication and connection with others.”
Brittanie Romito, Maple Grove Elementary School at LBPSB
“By using French — for many as a second language — they not only practiced and strengthened their language skills but also deepened their personal connection to French culture.”
Charlyne Labelle, Arundel Elementary School at SWLSB
“[Students] were proud to be able to offer a bilingual environment to the younger participants, recognizing the value of fostering both linguistic and cultural inclusion…. The experience genuinely empowered them, helping them recognize their own growth in confidence, leadership skills, and bilingual communication. They became more aware of their ability to lead authentically in both French and English.”
Fannie Marsh, Quebec High School at CQSB
“Les élèves ont dû penser à leur bilinguisme de façon sérieuse pour la première fois de leur vie pour la plupart. Certains pensaient ne pas avoir une grande place pour le français dans leur vie, mais se sont rendus compte qu’ils interagissent en français plus souvent qu’ils ne le pensent. Même ceux qui ne parlent français qu’à l’école. J’ai vu de la fierté dans les yeux de plusieurs élèves qui ont l’occasion de parler français dans leur vie sportive ou parascolaire.”
Karine Deschamps, Westpark Elementary at LBPSB
