Mandatory French In High School?

Now knowing the entire background about why we must take French courses in high school, it makes me believe even more strongly that a French credit should be compulsory. French heritage and culture is a big part of what makes Canada so unique. French language is a very important part of our country's history. By learning the language, we are honouring the diverse culture that exists in Canada.

Learning a second language is always useful, even if it is just the bare bones of the language. By learning a second language, it can lead to many different jobs. For example, it's really helpful to have a second language if you want to be a flight attendant, or have any sort of government job, or be a teacher.

Learning French also opens many doors in the way of travel. There are cities in Canada where French is spoken, but there are also many countries around the world that have French as an official language. Knowing the language makes travel much easier.

Our country was colonized by France and French culture is still a big part of many people's lives today, so having a compulsory French credit honours our heritage and diverse culture. Not to mention that it is a very useful language in many ways.

There is nothing to lose from learning French, and everything to gain!

Something About Me

Something about me is that I have always wanted to travel. I would love to be able to see the world, and all of the great wonders that it has. I would love to visit Greece, because I have some family background from there. Not to mention that the scenery looks absolutely breathtaking! The cliffs on the coastline overlooking the ocean, and the white and blue buildings are what I find so scenic.

I would especially love to visit the island of Santorini 

Another reason I'd love to travel is to be able to experience as many different cultures around the world as I can, because I think it's a great thing to be appreciative of other people's views on the world. For example, a while ago I learned about a festival that happens in parts of India (and elsewhere) called Holi. It is a few days where everyone- even people you don't know in the streets- chase each other around and throw paint and coloured powder at each other. What I think is so great about this is that it's just about people having fun, and it closes the gap between the rich and the poor since everyone is throwing paint! There is a good article here that explains the festival.

This woman is enjoying the festival!

Another travel destination that is on my list of places to hopefully visit one day is Portugal. My parents have been there many years ago, and it sounds like a beautiful place to go! In particular, the hiking is supposed to be fabulous, and very scenic. I love being outdoors, and hiking through the Portuguese landscape would just be an experience of a lifetime.

Hikers in Portugal