Our MissionThe mission of Alliance Française Mpls/St Paul, an independent chapter of a worldwide organization, is to serve our community by promoting the use and appreciation of French Language and cultures through language classes, cultural programs, social events and information resources.

Why Alliance Française?• At Alliance Française, we’re more than just a

school; we are the French cultural center serving the Twin Cities. Our students enjoy a simultaneous cultural and linguistic education. Take advantage of our resources including French films, books and magazines, and events for all tastes!

• Our students become members of a community of French–speakers and Francophiles. Founded in Paris in 1883, Alliance Française is known around the world for its high–quality language programs. Join us today!

• Our instructors come from France and other French-speaking countries around the world, trained in teaching French as a Foreign Language.

• We believe immersion is the best means of learning French and we owe our success to that.philosophy. From the moment you walk through the door, nous parlons français!

where french culture meets the twin cities

Register for classes online at afmsp.org or call 612 332 0436!

Not sure of your level? Contact us for a placement test.

High School Club Les Djeunes• Les Djeunes meets monthly for events at

AF as well as at local museums, theaters and arts venues based on programming of French cultural experiences. Past events include a guided tour in French at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, a hip hop dance class, a soccer game followed by a meet up with one of the players, a concert at the Cedar Cultural Center, and a canoe outing.

Tuiton fees do not include membership, textbook or registration fees. Please contact AF office for further information or with any questions regarding different levels, student placement or materials. Please note that all groups started in September and continue to use the same textbook throughout the school year.

Spring 2018 Youth Classes

APRIL 2 - JUNE 10

Alliance Française Mpls/St Paul

113 F i r s t S t reet Nor thMinneapol i s , MN 55401

612 332 0436 | afmsp.org

Each year, Alliance Française Mpls/St Paul awards six local high school students with a one-year schol-arship to language classes. The scholarship program began in 2003 and covers all membership fees, tuition and materials for the student for one calendar year, a total value of $2,000 per participant.

Acceptance to the program is determined by ac-ademic merit (GPA 3.0 or higher), financial need, access (or lack of access) to French programs in school, maturity and interest in French culture and the French language. Applications to the 2018-2019 Scholarship Program will be accepted starting March 1, 2018.

High School Scholarships

Ages 1-6LE SAMEDI DES PETITS (18-months–3 years)A group for children and parents who want to play and speak French with other families! (price per child and caretaker; maximum of one caretaker per child)Saturdays, 9 to 10 am, $175

PRE-K (Ages 3-4)French Discovery at the Alliance Française! Introduce your 4-year old to la langue de Molière with songs, games and activities led by our native French instructors.(No textbook used for this class)Saturdays, 10:15 to 11:15 am $175

K–1ST GRADE (Ages 5–6)Level 1 Material: Ludo et Ses Amis 1Saturdays, 9 to 10:30 am

Level 2Material: Ludo et Ses Amis 2Saturdays, 10:30 am to 12 pm

Ages 7-92ND–3RD GRADE (Ages 7–9)Level 1Material: Grenadine 1Saturdays, 9 to 10:30 am

Level 2Material: Grenadine 2 Saturdays, 12:30 to 2 pm

TWEENS ADVANCED CONVERSATION & GRAMMAR (Grades 4–7)This class is reserved for students in grades 4-7 who previously attended immersion schools, schools with a French curriculum or have a very advanced level of spoken French. It combines grammar fine-tuning and practice through conversation, reading and writing. (No textbook for this class) Saturdays, 12:30 to 2 pm

GRADES 7–9 IMMERSIONThis class is reserved for students who previously attended immersion schools, have an advanced level of French or have used Adosphère 3. Material: Adosphère 4 Saturdays, 12:30 to 2 pm

TEEN ADVANCED CONVERSATION & GRAMMAR (Grades 7–10)This class is reserved for students in grades 7–10 who previously attended immersion schools, schools with a French curriculum or have a very advanced level of spoken French. It is a continuation of our Grades 7–9 Immersion class and combines grammar fine-tuning and practice through conversation, reading and writing. (No textbook for this class) Saturdays, 2:30 to 4 pm

Classes meet once a week, for 10 weeks. $195 per class. $50 for materials unless otherwise noted.

Advanced & ImmersionAges 9-12

Ages 13-15

3RD–5THGRADE (Ages 9–12)Level 1 Material: Tip Top 1Saturdays, 2:30 to 4 pm

Level 2Material: Zig Zag 2Saturdays, 10:30 am to 12 pm

Level 4Material: Adosphère 2Saturdays, 10:30 am to 12 pm

6TH–8THGRADE (Ages 13-15)Level 1Material: Adosphère 1Saturdays, 2:30 to 4 pm

Course withdrawal policies: Withdrawals must be made in writing to the Education Director.A $15 administration fee will be deducted for all cancellations. To receive a refund, withdrawals must be made 2 weeks before classes begin. Membership, registration fees and materials are not refundable. A tuition credit may be issued for withdrawals requested before the end of the second week of classes, for a maximum of 75% of tuition paid minus elapsed classes. There are no credits, discounts or refunds for missed classes.

Classes for Homeschool StudentsAFMSP is pleased to offer French classes for Homeschool students! Classes are available for students ages 6 to 16 from beginner to more advanced levels and are organized during weekdays.For more information please contact Alix at 612 332 0436 or education@afmsp.org

LES PETITS PENSEURS Sunday afternoons once a month.

Give kids ages 4-8 a chance to discuss “philosophical” themes such as sharing, difference and friendship.

Children will learn to express their ideas and develop their French language skills through a story, games and a

discussion around the theme of the day.Details and dates available at afmsp.org.

Free resources for families and kids!Alliance Française members have free access to Culturethèque, an online library of French language resources. Take advantage of a variety of e-books, comics, songs and videos to support your child’s learning process! If you need a hand navigating this unique and rich tool, please contact us.