These courses are designed as continuations of the French programs begun in elementary schools. A special introductory French course for students who have not studied French in the elementary grades is also available in many schools. All students are required to complete one credit in French as a graduation requirement, unless specific arrangements have been made for students with special circumstances.
These courses have been designed for students who have had 1,080 to 1,440 hours of instruction in French in elementary school. The program includes French, plus other subjects studied in the French language. See the Regional Programs Chart for selected schools.