Languages

HolaWhy Study Languages

In today’s world, language skills are more important than ever.  A Grade 11 second language is an entrance requirement for many post-secondary institutions.  If you are planning to study in the Faculty of Arts or Business, you should seriously consider studying a Grade 12 second language.  This way, you will not need to take a first year post-secondary language course, which is required by many institutions in order to fulfill program requirements.

.As the economy becomes more globalized, knowing a second or third language is a necessity, and provides you a competitive edge. Employers want workers who can communicate in different languages and understand other cultures. Learning languages broadens your world perspectives and makes traveling abroad more enjoyable. When you learn a new language, you develop a greater understanding of your first language.

So come on board, begin your journey, and sign up for one or more of the four languages offered at Burnaby Mountain.

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Click Here for “Tips and Resources for Parents Helping with French Homework”.

Click Here to learn 10 Tips to Enrich French Vocabulary and Texting in French

Click Here for “How to Choose a Language Guide”.

Languages Department Members

 

Mme. C. Cardamone French christine.cardamone@burnabyschools.ca
Mr. J. Liau Japanese joseph.liau@burnabyschools.ca
Mr. K. Nedd French keymo.nedd@burnabyschools.ca
Ms. A. Niemann French/Spanish alicia.niemann@burnabyschools.ca
Ms. L. Qin Mandarin laura.qin@burnabyschools.ca
Ms. I. Vriend French/Spanish itzia.vriend@burnabyschools.ca

Courses Offered

Click HERE to see a list and description of Language Courses offered for the 2023/2024 School Year.

Student Information Forms

If you are currently enrolled in the French Immersion and Mandarin Language Arts Programs, we recommend taking a placement test. Please follow the link below to complete a student information form for your program of interest. Completed forms should be emailed to the appropriate staff member, link provided below.

French Immersion Information Form – email completed forms to Mme Cardamone no later than March 30, 2024. You will be contacted in April to arrange a day and time for your child to complete the placement test.

Mandarin Language Arts Information Form – email completed forms to Ms. L. Qin no later than March 30, 2024. You will be contacted in early April to arrange a day and time for your child to complete the placement test.