Exchange Programs, Summer School and Summer Camps

CPF Halton has compiled a list of Exchange Programs, Summer Schools, and Summer Camps.

Exchange programs: France, Belgium, Luxembourg, Sweden
Summer Schools: Montreal, Quebec City, Paris, Nice, Montpellier, Antibes, Cannes, Hyères, Biarritz
Summer Camps: British Columbia, Quebec
click here for information

Notice of Deadlines: Please be aware that deadlines for some of the programs require attention within the December to early February timeframe.

Many of these are surprisingly affordable. If you are interested in these interesting programs that can help to boost your child's interest in the French language, take a look at the CPF Resources page for more details.

You can also check www.cpfalta.ab.ca/Students/xcngxcur.htm

French Classes for Parents - January 2012

French Classes for Parents by CPF at Two Oakville locations

If you are interested in Parent French classes for this winter please email right away: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it and tell them your name, choice of school location for classes, level (beginner/intermediate/advanced), CPF membership number (if you have one) and your email address and phone number; they are making arrangements now.

Your Choice of Location:
Palermo Public School, Wednesday, January 11th, 2012
École Forest Trail Public School, Tuesday, January 10th, 2012

Duration:
10 weeks

Cost:
$125 for CPF members/$150 for non-CPF members (This includes 1 year CPF membership)
There may be a small additional fee for materials
Please bring your cheques for the first class; sorry but they are unable to accept credit cards

Education Resources For Parents

Ontario Ministry of Education Curriculum - detailed information about the curriculum your child is learning - grade by grade

Halton District School Board - parents and community section of site

West Oakville Family of Schools (WOFOS) - WOFOS connects School Councils, Home & Schools, and Parent Organizations in West Oakville - Wards 1, 2, and 4

Canadian Parents For French (CPF) - Ontario Chapter - valuable information about CPF, their role in the promotion and creation of French second language learning opportunities for young Canadians. Membership information also available here

Homework Help

There are two excellent websites available to students giving Free access to enrichment and assistance outside the classroom.

1. Homework Help in Mathematics for students in grade 7 - 10
2. Ontario Educational Resource Bank for students JK - grade 12, any subject

People for Education

People for Education is a parent-led organization working to support public education in Ontario's English, French and Catholic schools. They have an excellent website, and you can also sign up for their electronic newsletter.