Alberta Education has created the My Child's Learning Parent Resource which will provide you with a better understanding of Alberta’s curriculum and related information for your child. This tool can help you discover what your child is learning, how they’re assessed and what resources are available to help them be successful from Kindergarten to Grade 6.
Give your child the awesome gift of learning a second language!
Research-based literacy and numeracy skill development
Development of student leadership skills and initiative
Integration of music, art and cultural diversity into school-wide activities
Strong language programming to support all students
School-wide Indigenous worldview teachings
Social Justice Initiatives aligned with our school parish and community
Variety of clubs offered in French
Responsible use of technology to support and enhance learning
Engaged and supportive School Council
On-site childcare
Transportation
Kindergarten
JHP Early Learning Program
J.H. Picard is happy to offer half-day Kindergarten! Classes are on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings. *No class on Thursday.
Our program is filled with fun activities that help kids with speaking, reading, counting, exploring, and discovering.
To join, children must be 5 years old on or before December 31st, 2024.
Kinder Students will…
The Kinder Teacher will…
Connect to their learning environments through hands-on learning opportunities
Interact and engage in the school community
Explore their curiosity and creativity
Learn French in an immersive environment
Target learning outcomes in engaging experiences
Plan, develop and teach students in whole group, small group and targeted individual settings
Provide students with meaningful learning opportunities
Develop and implement Individual Program Plans for students requiring additional support
Inclusive Learning Environment
French Immersion is designed for all students and all types of learners.
Kindergarten and Grade 1 are the two entry points for French immersion. No knowledge of French is required for these entry points.
Formal English Language Arts instruction begins mid-Grade 2. In kindergarten and grade one, students receive all of their instruction apart from Religion in French. Students will gradually build their French vocabulary and proficiency through routine activities, play-based projects, songs, gestures and visual aids.
As students continue in the French Immersion program, they will achieve a high level of French proficiency, while continuing to develop English language skills.
Our elementary students are immersed in a French-speaking, strength-based environment.
Students are welcomed and nurtured in a safe and inclusive community to achieve their full potential.
A holistic approach is used to develop and nurture the spiritual, emotional, linguistic, physical, academic and social needs of our students.
Elementary students access a school continuum of supports identifying strategies, accommodations, and interventions available to support the diverse needs of students.
Students are actively involved in social justice initiatives, the community, and leadership programs.
FAQs
Our family doesn't speak French, is French Immersion right for my child?
Yes! French Immersion is perfect for families who don't speak French. Your child will learn French through fun songs, games, repetition, and play. And don't worry, all communication between the school and parents will be in English.
