At this level, the students will understand the key points of an everyday conversation, or a radio or television broadcast.

In class, they will work on expressing themselves on personal subjects and on taking part in a conversation on subjects that they are familiar with. They could, for example, talk about a film that they have seen and explain or justify their opinion of the film. In reaching this level, they will be able to handle most situations that someone would typically encounter while travelling in a francophone country.

The objective of this course is to be able to communicate in more complex situations.

It includes a review and extension of the main syntactic structures and grammatical forms. The students will learn to express their opinions and feelings with greater ease and precision. They will also improve their socio-linguistic competence, and will become familiar with the different registers of language.

While the communicative approach will be the primary emphasis, the students will also focus on the cultural aspect of the language.

MS French 1 introduces students to Francophone cultures and to the four basic language skills: listening comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing. Students acquire skills through oral repetition, dialogue, short composition, dictation, stories, reading, and written exercises with themes specially tailored around teenagers interests.

MS French 2 furthers the study of grammar, vocabulary, and an understanding of the various Francophone cultures. Students improve listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills using different supports which are based on themes that teenagers can relate to.

In this hands-on workshop, students immerse themselves in the tactile beauty of analog materials like wood and ceramics. They unleash their artistic potential as they learn to craft intricate wooden sculptures and mold exquisite ceramics. Students gain the skills to transform raw materials into remarkable art while fostering their imaginative spirit, exploring the interplay between form and function, and creating unique, tangible expressions of their creativity.

Course Goals:

By the end of this course, students develop a strong foundation in working with analog materials like wood and ceramics, enabling them to design and create their own artistic pieces that merge craftsmanship with creativity.

In this hands-on workshop, students immerse themselves in the tactile beauty of analog materials like wood and ceramics. They unleash their artistic potential as they learn to craft intricate wooden sculptures and mold exquisite ceramics. Students gain the skills to transform raw materials into remarkable art while fostering their imaginative spirit, exploring the interplay between form and function, and creating unique, tangible expressions of their creativity.

Course Goals:

By the end of this course, students develop a strong foundation in working with analog materials like wood and ceramics, enabling them to design and create their own artistic pieces that merge craftsmanship with creativity.

In this hands-on workshop, students immerse themselves in the tactile beauty of analog materials like wood and ceramics. They unleash their artistic potential as they learn to craft intricate wooden sculptures and mold exquisite ceramics. Students gain the skills to transform raw materials into remarkable art while fostering their imaginative spirit, exploring the interplay between form and function, and creating unique, tangible expressions of their creativity.

Course Goals:

By the end of this course, students develop a strong foundation in working with analog materials like wood and ceramics, enabling them to design and create their own artistic pieces that merge craftsmanship with creativity.

In this hands-on workshop, students immerse themselves in the tactile beauty of analog materials like wood and ceramics. They unleash their artistic potential as they learn to craft intricate wooden sculptures and mold exquisite ceramics. Students gain the skills to transform raw materials into remarkable art while fostering their imaginative spirit, exploring the interplay between form and function, and creating unique, tangible expressions of their creativity.

Course Goals:

By the end of this course, students develop a strong foundation in working with analog materials like wood and ceramics, enabling them to design and create their own artistic pieces that merge craftsmanship with creativity.

This class offers an introduction to the world of performance/ performing arts, for Lower School students, and is geared towards creative theatrical play. Beginner theater games and exercises, with an emphasis on imagination and collaboration, are key areas of attention. Introduction to voice projection and gestural, physical language. Overarching goal and learning/growth is for students to begin to understand and appreciate life skills concepts such as collaboration self- confidence, supporting the ensemble and cooperation. Fundamentals of the rules and aims of theater games and exercises are introduced, with an emphasis on acceptance/agreement and ensemble spirit. All of these skills, and more, are engaged with on a weekly basis. Throughout the year, students continually work on active participation and peer support. Summative assessment based on engagement and success, especially with preparations/rehearsals and performance in two showcases during the academic year (Winter and Spring).

This class offers an introduction to the world of performance/ performing arts, for Lower School students, and is geared towards creative theatrical play. Beginner theater games and exercises, with an emphasis on imagination and collaboration, are key areas of attention. Introduction to voice projection and gestural, physical language. Overarching goal and learning/growth is for students to begin to understand and appreciate life skills concepts such as collaboration self- confidence, supporting the ensemble and cooperation. Fundamentals of the rules and aims of theater games and exercises are introduced, with an emphasis on acceptance/agreement and ensemble spirit. All of these skills, and more, are engaged with on a weekly basis. Throughout the year, students continually work on active participation and peer support. Summative assessment based on engagement and success, especially with preparations/rehearsals and performance in two showcases during the academic year (Winter and Spring).

This class offers an introduction to the world of performance/ performing arts, for Lower School students, and is geared towards creative theatrical play. Beginner theater games and exercises, with an emphasis on imagination and collaboration, are key areas of attention. Introduction to voice projection and gestural, physical language. Overarching goal and learning/growth is for students to begin to understand and appreciate life skills concepts such as collaboration self- confidence, supporting the ensemble and cooperation. Fundamentals of the rules and aims of theater games and exercises are introduced, with an emphasis on acceptance/agreement and ensemble spirit. All of these skills, and more, are engaged with on a weekly basis. Throughout the year, students continually work on active participation and peer support. Summative assessment based on engagement and success, especially with preparations/rehearsals and performance in two showcases during the academic year (Winter and Spring).

Students continue to develop understanding and skills in Dramatic Arts through engagement in creative theatrical play. Students work on key performance skills, with attention to voice and projection, movement, physical gesture, scene study, and character development. Students engage in theatrical games, often improvised, to develop spontaneity and advanced collaborative skills. Students in Drama class are introduced to Shakespeare, his life and times, the plays and Elizabethan theater in general. Class work and effort directly supports a culminating student showcase in the Spring featuring an adaptation of a play by Shakespeare.

Students create original short scenes/sketches through improvisation. This class focuses on working within a framework of classic theater/performance improv games and exercises. Students learn to work within an ensemble. Collaboration, cooperation and acting fundamentals are key. Improv "rules" are taught and engaged with on a weekly basis. Improv/theatrical fundamentals (and some advanced learning- character creation/motivation etc). Students learn to cooperate and support each other. Live production/performance skills (voice, physicality, rehearsal protocols, theatrical terminology) and more are developed and strengthened.

All work feeds the showcase productions in Winter and Summer. Student generated sketches, from brainstorming ideas/ scenarios, to editing and rehearsal, culminating in a live performance for the school wide community.

(Source materials include classic text by Viola Spolin, "Theater Games for the Classroom")

In Music B, students build new skills as budding musicians and have fun in the process. Students explore the different ways music can make you feel using the Zones of Regulation. Musical instrument families are introduced, and students are given the opportunity for expository play with an instrument of each family. Ear training and music notation concepts are introduced and reinforced each class. Students work on ensemble playing skills and improvisation in varied formats. Students also explore musical composition using various digital tools.

In Music C, students build new skills as budding musicians and have fun in the process. Students explore the different ways music can make you feel using the Zones of Regulation. Musical instrument families are introduced, and students are given the opportunity for expository play with an instrument of each family. Ear training and music notation concepts are introduced and reinforced each class. Students work on ensemble playing skills and improvisation in varied formats. Students also explore musical composition using various digital tools.

In Music A, students build new skills as budding musicians and have fun in the process. Students explore the different ways music can make you feel using the Zones of Regulation. Musical instrument families are introduced, and students are given the opportunity for expository play with an instrument of each family. Ear training and music notation concepts are introduced and reinforced each class. Students work on ensemble playing skills and improvisation in varied formats. Students also explore musical composition using various digital tools.

Ensemble & Music Production elective provides interested students with the opportunity to compose, produce, and develop their performance skills. After warming up as a group, the class will has the choice to work collaboratively or individually on projects. Performance students focus on jazz and contemporary music. Students will learn various approaches to improvisation, and a shared repertoire of songs. Production students are expected to consistently make and refine work each week, and receive feedback from peers and the instructor. Instrumentalists from the elective will make up the core of the accompanying ensemble for Lang’s winter and spring showcase.

Music/ Media gives students the opportunity to explore creative media projects and/or musical composition/ performance. Each student focuses on one medium, and regularly creates and refines work. Music students always begin class with warm ups and ear training on their primary instruments. Students are encouraged to work collaboratively on more complex projects/ compositions.

In this hands-on exploration, students delve into the art of woodworking, mastering essential techniques using a variety of tools, from saws and drills to the mesmerizing lathe. Through guided projects, students hone their precision, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail, fostering a foundation for quality craftsmanship. Throughout the course, they develop an appreciation for safety, materials, and tools while learning to express their unique creativity through woodworking.

Students will be provided the content and instruction needed to help them develop fine motor and gross motor skills, and knowledge for physical activity and fitness. Students will also learn valuable life lessons and knowledgeable facts that can help better their every day lives. For example nutritional facts and dynamic stretches and warm ups.