French Classes Start in January and February in Ridgefield Continuing Ed

The winter / spring language classes include French, Italian, and Spanish and are posted on the website.

Registration and detailed course information is at the bottom of this email.

If you are paying by check please mail or drop it off soon and please phone or email to let me know when you've mailed it! If you are paying by credit card, please phone it in as soon as possible.

French: Beginner, Part 1 - Evening - on Zoom
Let us start from scratch! This Zoom class is for people who have no experience of French but would like to start building foundation and become familiar with the practical, everyday usage. Along the way, we will explore aspects of French culture and history to tantalize those considering a visit to France. Instructor Nancy Maxwell was a teacher and school counselor in Switzerland for over 20 years and traveled extensively in Europe, particularly France. More bio on web.

6 Sessions (9 hours) $ 130 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 116)
Mon., 2/2, 9, 23; 3/2, 9, 16 from 5:30 to 6:55 p.m. on Zoom.


French: Beginner, Part 2 - Evening - in Person
For people who took Beginner, Part 1 last fall or have equivalent experience who would like to build a solid learning foundation of the language for travel, business, culture . . . Students will discover how English and French are similar in their structure and vocabulary. Text is Learn French the Fast and Fun Way (text details on web). Focus will be on learning alphabet (Pronunciation) and numbers, listening, written comprehension and short conversation related to everyday life situations with native speaker, Jean Vianes.  More bio on web.

7 Sessions (12.25 hours) $ 174 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 155)
Wed., 1/28; 2/4, 11, 25; 3/4, 11, 18 from 6 to 7:45 p.m. at East Ridge Middle School. No class 2/18.


French: Beginner, Part 3 - Evening - in Person
Continues the Beginner, Part 2 class above.  More info on website.

7 Sessions (12.25 hours) $ 174 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 155)
Wed., 3/25; 4/1, 15, 22, 29; 5/6, 13 from 6 to 7:45 p.m. at East Ridge Middle School. NOTE: No class 4/8.


French: Intermediate 1 - Evening - In Person
The course is designed for people who have completed French Beginner, Parts 1, 2 and 3. Newcomers with equivalent knowledge (A1/2-FLE) are welcome. Students will consolidate already acquired vocabulary and strengthen the way they can express themselves. Each session will encompass discussion (s) between the attendees themselves and the speaker. Topics covered will be linked to daily life matters, history, geography, books, tourism, health, shopping, etc. There will be references in the classes to grammar, spelling, and conjugation. The idea is to bring all students closer to fluency in speech. Text is Learn French the Fast and Fun Way (text details on web). Instructor is native speaker, Jean Vianes.  More bio on web.

7 Sessions (12.25 hours) $ 174 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 155)
Mon., 1/26; 2/2, 9, 23; 3/2, 9, 16 from 6 to 7:45 p.m. at East Ridge Middle School. No class winter break.

French: Intermediate, Part 2 - Evening - In Person
Continues the Intermediate, Part 2 class above.  More info on website.

7 Sessions (12.25 hours) $ 174 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 155)
Mon., 3/23, 30; 4/13, 20, 27; 5/4, 11 from 6 to 7:45 p.m. at East Ridge Middle School. NOTE: No class 4/6


French: Intermediate/Advanced - Day - In Person
This class will read à haute voix and discuss a wonderful work of historical fiction, Le Banquier et le perroquet by Philippe Simiot. Pourchassé par les Anglais, le capitaine bordelais, Étienne Girard, trouve refuge à Philadelphie le 4 juillet 1776. Trente ans plus tard, il est l’homme le plus riche de l'Amérique, rachète la Banque des États-Unis et finance la guerre de 1812. Plus qu'un roman cet ouvrage très documenté illustre bien la genèse de la Fédération US et l'esprit pionnier des ses entrepreneurs. Copies of the book are available at Amazon.com Makeups, if needed, are added to the end of the session and could adjust the following session.

Instructor John Lamb has studied French for decades, teaches, tutors, and currently is VP and leads a French book club at the Alliance française du Northwest CT.

7 Sessions (14 hours) $ 203 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 181)
Wed., 2/4, 11, 25; 3/4, 11, 18, 25 from 10:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at the Annex. Note: No class 2/18.


French: Intermediate/Advanced - Day - In Person
We will read various articles about France, French culture and the French language. Handouts will be distributed at the beginning of each class.  Instructor:  John Lamb. See bio above.

7 Sessions (14 hours) $ 203 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $ 181)
Wed., 4/15, 22, 29; 5/6, 13, 20, 27 from 10:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at the Annex. Note: makeups, if needed, are added to the end.

Louvre Photo Source is Brittanica.

Registration Contact Information about these and other language classes:

email ridgefieldce@gmail.com
phone Peggy Bruno at 203-431-2812
website: www.ridgefieldschools.org