THE BEST EXPERIENCE OF YOUR LIFE! - FRENCH SUMMER LANGUAGE PROGRAM - CNDF
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FRENCH SUMMER LANGUAGE PROGRAM
For 14 and 15‐year‐old teenagers
THE BEST EXPERIENCE OF YOUR LIFE!
Session 1: June 29 to July 19, 2019
Session 2: July 45 to August 13, 2019
STUDENT GUIDE
5000, rue Clément‐Lockquell, Saint‐Augustin‐de‐Desmaures (Québec) G3A 1B3
418 872‐8242, ext. 1339 / 1 800‐463‐8041, ext. 1339
Fax : 418 872‐3448
langues@cndf.qc.ca
Table of contents
WELCOME ......................................................................................................................................... 3
ACCOMMODATION............................................................................................................................ 3
LODGING...................................................................................................................................... 3
CAFETERIA ................................................................................................................................... 4
TELEPHONE, MAIL AND INTERNET DURING THE PROGRAM ............................................................ 4
PHYSICAL FITNESS ROOM AND SWIMMING POOL .......................................................................... 4
LANGUAGE PROGRAM ....................................................................................................................... 5
PLACEMENT TESTS ........................................................................................................................ 5
SOCIOCULTURAL & SPORTS PROGRAM ............................................................................................... 5
TOBACCO, ELECTRONIC CIGARETTE, ALCOHOL AND DRUGS ................................................................. 6
PERSONAL ARTICLES TO BE BROUGHT FROM HOME ............................................................................ 6
HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL INSURANCE ................................................................................................. 7
VISA (INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS) ..................................................................................................... 7
PERSONAL EXPENSES ......................................................................................................................... 7
HOW TO GET TO CAMPUS NOTRE‐DAME‐DE‐FOY ................................................................................ 7
FINAL DETAILS BEFORE ARRIVAL ......................................................................................................... 8
APPENDIXES
CALENDAR OF ACTIVITIES – TYPICAL SCHEDULE SESSION 1 AND SESSION 2
HOW TO GET TO CNDF – MAP
WELCOME
After looking into all the French language programs out there, you have chosen Campus Notre‐Dame‐de‐
Foy’s Language School (Quebec), and we are very proud. Our team will do everything in our power to
make your stay with us unforgettable, so that it stays in your memory as a very personalized language
experience that lives up to your greatest expectations.
You will be our guests for 3 weeks and you will be treated as such. In return, we ask a favour of you, and it
costs nothing at all: that you be motivated to speak French at all times and that you want to learn about
French‐speaking culture in America.
Among others, this is what our program offers you:
Customized language camp for teens of 14‐15 years of age
A maximum of 18 students per class
Single room in a student residence on the campus
A safe and comfortable living environment
A program cost that includes nearly all expenses
Friendly and competent staff that clearly love what they do
An American‐style college campus, located only a short distance away from the historical city of
Quebec (Canada), where the blend of French language, culture and sports has been drawing
many in for more than 400 years
An unforgettable experience that can create lifelong friendships!
ACCOMMODATION
Campus Notre‐Dame‐de‐Foy (CNDF) is an exceptional natural site, located only 20 kilometres from
downtown Quebec City.
LODGING
If you wish to have a room next to your friends, please send his/her name at least 1 week before your
arrival at langues@cndf.qc.ca.
All students will live in residence and will have his/her own private room which has a small sink, a mirror,
a desk and a closet with hangers. On each floor, there are washrooms and showers. Boys and girls lodge
on separate floors.
Bedding is provided and washed each week. However, you must bring your own towels.
All students will have to clean his/her room. The floor of each room will be cleaned, once a week, by the
staff of the residence.
3The students have access to a common television room with DVD, electronic games and board games.
Classes, socio‐cultural activities and sports will be held in the residence or on the campus.
Curfew is 11pm. Students’ safety is guaranteed during the evening and night by a security guard on duty.
The monitors live in the residence on the same floor as the students.
Any damage caused to the room or equipment will be at the student’s expense. A key deposit of $ 40 is
requested on your arrival and is refunded on departure if the following conditions have been met:
- room key has been returned;
- student has no outstanding debts with the CNDF and its subcontractors;
- no damage has been done to the property or goods of the CNDF and its subcontractors.
CAFETERIA
Three (3) meals a day on the daily menu will be served in the cafeteria each day, including vegetarian
food. We can assure you that the cafeteria will provide a variety of meals with 1st quality products.
Please note that if you have a special diet or food allergies, you must contact us before registering to
see if we can meet your needs. Campus Notre‐Dame‐de‐Foy is not responsible for any allergy‐related
incidents.
Please bring with you a photo ID (student card or a photocopy of your passport), which you must show
at the cafeteria.
TELEPHONE, MAIL AND INTERNET DURING THE PROGRAM
CELL PHONE
Cell phones must be turned off in class and during mandatory activities.
MAILING ADDRESS: Campus Notre‐Dame‐De‐Foy
Language Camp+ Student’s Name
5000, rue Clément‐Lockquell
Saint‐Augustin‐de‐Desmaures (Québec)
Canada G3A 1B3
Tel.: (418) 872‐8424
Fax: (418) 874‐1954
INTERNET
Free wifi is available on the campus.
PHYSICAL FITNESS ROOM AND SWIMMING POOL
Access to fitness rooms and the swimming pool is included in the cost of the program. Because you are
under 18 years of age, we need parental authorization to have access to the fitness room. Your parents
can give permission on the online Medical and Parental authorizations form.
4LANGUAGE PROGRAM
The language program emphasizes speaking of your target language and knowledge of French Canadian
culture.
Courses are given from 9:00 to 12:00, from Monday to Friday, for a total of 45 hours.
Levels vary from beginner to advanced. Each group will have a maximum of eighteen (18) students of the
same level.
Please take note that you must bring your school supplies (sheets, writing pad, binder, pencils, bilingual
pocket dictionary, etc.).
PLACEMENT TESTS
The written placement test will be done online after your registration at www.cndf.qc.ca/sportnet Select
English then login with your parents’ username and password then select Forms.
The oral test will be held within the first few days of camp.
SOCIOCULTURAL & SPORTS PROGRAM
You will participate in a summer program, and we know you want to get the most out of it. You can count
on our experienced team to prepare amazing and surprising activities for you!
All the activities are compulsory. The student/monitor ratio is 15/1.
During free time, students must stay on campus. A choice of activities will be offered (sports, arts).
The team of chaperones always accompanies the students in the school bus during excursions or
cultural visits etc. As soon as the bus arrives at the destination, however, the students may have our
permission to visit the place without supervision. They must always be in a group of at least four
people. In case of emergency, chaperones will be present at each location.
A complete program of activities will be handed out upon your arrival. You fill find a copy of a typical
schedule in the appendixes.
SOCIOCULTURAL ACTIVITIES AND SPORTS:
- Visit of the old Quebec and all its historical buildings and monuments
- Sociocultural workshops (arts, theatre and improvisation, cooking, photo album, music,
leadership, health and wellness)
- Talent show, video evening
- Bowling, dinner in the Old Quebec
- Basketball, soccer, Ultimate Frisbee, Flag Football, CrossFit…
EXCURSIONS:
- Montreal La Ronde (Amusement Park)
- Water Park Village Vacances Valcartier
- Montmorency Falls, Sainte Anne Basilica and Canyon Sainte‐Anne
- Aquarium
5TOBACCO, ELECTRONIC CIGARETTE, ALCOHOL AND DRUGS
Tobacco and electronic cigarette (e‐cigarette) products, alcoholic beverages and drugs are strictly
prohibited.
The Campus Notre‐Dame‐de‐Foy cannot be held responsible for any legal, moral, physical, or financial
problem that one may cause by not conforming to the rules and expectations of the CNDF, or to the
laws in effect in the province of Quebec and in Canada.
In case of disciplinary measures or early return home, other than for family emergencies, there will be
no refund.
PERSONAL ARTICLES TO BE BROUGHT FROM HOME
Every student is responsible for the washing of his/her own clothes and towels. Coin operated washers
($2.25), dryers ($1.75) and ironing facilities are located in the building. You can buy detergent and fabric
softener for the dryer at the front desk of the residence.
Summer temperature in Quebec is normally 25o C. (80o F) during the day and normally about 18o C. (66o F)
during the night. Sometimes it is exceptionally hot in Quebec. We suggest that all students bring a small
fan.
DRESS CODE:
‐ The student consents to wear appropriate clothes
‐ Shorts, skirts or dresses shorter than mid‐thigh are prohibited
‐ Crop top or other tops that are too revealing are prohibited
‐ Any clothes with violent or discriminatory messages or showing illegal products are prohibited.
The following is a list of clothing and articles you will find useful during your stay with us:
Pants, jeans, shorts, dresses and skirts, sport shirts, under garments, socks and pyjamas
Comfortable sweaters for evening activities
Evening dress for the final gala
Bathing suit and beach towel
Raincoat and/or umbrella
Comfortable walking shoes, non‐marking athletic shoes and slippers
Toiletries, bathing towels and dressing gown
Sunscreen
Alarm clock
Small fan
School supplies (sheets, writing pad, binder, pencils)
Small backpack
Musical instrument
Bank card for personal expenses
6HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL INSURANCE
Each student is responsible of his medical fees. We suggest parents to supply their child with a bank card
or credit card. The CNDF will not lend money to students, at any moment.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Canadian laws require all international students to have “personal hospital and medical insurance” prior
to the arrival of the student in Quebec. You must present your proof of insurance at your arrival at the
residence, and always carry it with you.
CANADIAN STUDENTS
You must always have your Provincial Medicare card on you.
It is recommended to contact your Provincial Health Insurance to confirm your insurance coverage. If your
insurance is not sufficient, make sure that you can cover any remaining cost.
VISA (International students)
It is your responsibility to check with the authorities of Immigration Canada to see if you must obtain a
visa.
PERSONAL EXPENSES
Each student should have sufficient spending money for the duration of the camp. Depending on personal
needs, this amount could vary between $ 25 and $ 50 per week.
We also recommend bringing Bank Card instead of cash. No bank transfer with the CNDF bank will be
possible. There are ATM machine on campus (Interac, Mastercard, Maestro, Cirrus, American Express).
HOW TO GET TO CAMPUS NOTRE‐DAME‐DE‐FOY
FROM THE AIRPORT:
An animator will be at Québec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB) to greet you. A school bus
chartered by the CNDF will bring participants directly to the CNDF. It will be the same at the end of the
stay for the return to the airport. The cost is $ 7.50 per transport, payable in cash on the day of arrival
Saturday June 29 or Wednesday July 24.
BY TRAIN OR BUS:
An animator can pick up the participant at the bus or train station on Saturday June 29 or Wednesday July
24. He can also drive the participant to the station at the end of the stay. The cost is $ 30 per transport,
payable in cash on the day of arrival. The participant must arrive at Sainte‐Foy’s bus or train station or at
Charny’s train station.
BY CAR:
Go directly to the Campus Notre‐Dame‐De‐Foy. There is a map at the end of the information kit.
7FINAL DETAILS BEFORE ARRIVAL
Every student will receive an email early June in which he/she will find the final details and the name and
address of their dormitory:
ARRIVAL ON CAMPUS DEPARTURE FROM CAMPUS
SESSION
from 6 am until midnight from 3 am until 6 pm
1 Saturday June 29, 2019 Friday July 19, 2019
2 Wednesday July 24, 2019 Tuesday August 13, 2019
AFTER YOUR ONLINE REGISTRATION DO NOT FORGET:
1. TO SEND BY EMAIL AT langues@cndf.qc.ca:
A recent photo of the participant (include full name and specify session 1 or 2)
2. TO FILL OUT ONLINE SOME FORMS AND TO DO THE FRENCH PLACEMENT TEST AT:
www.cndf.qc.ca/sportnet
Select English
Parents must login with their username and password
Select Forms
o The parent or legal guardian must fill out those two forms (Medical form and
Parental authorizations, Information on arrival and departure)
o The participant (student) must write the French placement test
Please note that it is impossible to modify your information once the forms have been completed. All
modifications must be sent by email at langues@cndf.qc.ca.
3. TO BRING:
Your Photo ID (student card or a photocopy of your passport). You must show it to the
cafeteria staff at each meal as you check out with the cashier
Your Provincial Medicare card (Canadian Students) or your Personal hospital and medical
insurance (International Students)
For more information, do not hesitate to contact us.
Campus Notre‐Dame‐de‐Foy / Language School
langues@cndf.qc.ca
1 800 463‐8041, ext.1339
(418) 872‐8242, ext.1339
www.cndf.qc.ca/ecole‐de‐langues
WE CAN’T WAIT TO MEET YOU!FRENCH SUMMER LANGUAGE PROGRAM FOR TEENAGERS (14‐15 YEARS OF AGE)
QUEBEC (CANADA)
THE BEST EXPERIENCE OF YOUR LIFE!
TYPICAL SCHEDULE SESSION 1
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Welcome to Quebec
10:00 am 10:00 am 9:00 to 12:00 am 9:00 to 12:00 am 9:00 to 12:00 am 9:00 to 12:00 am 9:30 am to 8:00 pm
General Meeting Oral Placement Test French Course French Course French Course French Course
1:30 pm 1:30 pm 1:00 pm 2:00 pm 1:30 pm Village des sports
1:30 pm Special activity Sociocultural Workshops Cultural Visit Special Activity General Meeting Water Park
Vieux‐Québec Room Cleaning
Evening Evening Evening Evening Evening Evening
Free time Dance Free time Choice of activities Bowling Shopping Center
10:30 am to 5:30 pm 9:00 to 12:00 am 9:00 to 12:00 am 9:00 to 12:00 am 9:00 to 12:00 am 9:00 to 12:00 am 8:00 am to 10:00 p.m.
French Course French Course French Course French Course French Course
Canyon Ste‐Anne
Ste‐Anne Basilica 1:00 pm 1:30 pm 1:00 to 4:00 pm 2:00 pm 1:30 pm Excursion to Montreal
Montmorency Falls Cultural Visit Sociocultural Workshops French Course Special Activity General Meeting La Ronde
Room Cleaning Amusement Park
Evening Evening Evening Evening Evening Evening
Free time Free time Free time Choice of activities Free time Shopping Center
9:00 to 12:00 am 9:00 to 12:00 am 9:00 to 12:00 am 9:00 to 12:00 am
French Course French Course French Course Final Exam
13:00 pm 2:00 pm 1:30 pm 1:30 pm 1:30 pm
Departure
Aquarium Cultural Visit Sociocultural Workshops Talent Show General Meeting
Room Cleaning
Evening Dinner Old Quebec Evening Evening Evening
Free time Free time Choice of activities Closing Gala
A maximum of 18 students per class. A total of 45 hours of French courses.
An attestation will be issued at the end of program. No credits will be recognized for language courses.
All the activities are compulsory. The student/monitor ratio is 1/15. The monitors live in residence on the same floor as the students.
During free time, students must stay on campus. A choice of activities will be offered (sports, arts, etc.)
Curfew is 11p.m. Students’ safety is guaranteed during the evening and all night as there is a security agent on duty.FRENCH SUMMER LANGUAGE PROGRAM FOR TEENAGERS (14‐15 YEARS OF AGE)
QUEBEC (CANADA)
THE BEST EXPERIENCE OF YOUR LIFE!
TYPICAL SCHEDULE SESSION 2
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
10:00 am 9:00 to 12:00 am 9:00 to 12:00 am
Oral Placement Test French Course French Course
Welcome to Quebec 1:30 pm 1:30 pm 1:30 pm
Special activity Sociocultural Workshops Vieux‐Québec
BBQ Evening Evening
Dance Free time Choice of activities
9:30 am to 8:00 pm 9:00 to 12:00 am 9:00 to 12:00 am 9:00 to 12:00 am 9:00 to 12:00 am 9:00 to 12:00 am 8:00 am to 10:00 p.m.
French Course French Course French Course French Course French Course
Village des sports 1:00 pm 2:00 pm 1:30 pm 1:00 pm 1:30 pm Excursion to Montreal
Water Park Cultural Visit Special Activity General Meeting Cultural Visit Sociocultural Workshops La Ronde
Room Cleaning Amusement Park
Evening Evening Evening Evening Evening
Free time Bowling Choice of activities Free time Shopping Center
9:00 to 12:00 am 9:00 to 12:00 am 9:00 to 12:00 am 9:00 to 12:00 am 9:00 to 12:00 am 10:30 am to 5:30 pm
French Course French Course French Course French Course French Course
Canyon Ste‐Anne
13:00 to 5:00 pm 1:00 to 4:00 pm 2:00 pm 1:30 pm 2:00 pm 1:30 pm Ste‐Anne Basilica
Aquarium French Course Special Activity General Meeting Cultural Visit Sociocultural Workshops Montmorency Falls
Room Cleaning
Dinner Old Quebec
Evening Evening Evening Evening Evening Evening
Free time Free time Free time Choice of activities Fireworks Shopping Center Free time
9:00 to 12:00 am
Final Exam
2:00 pm 1:30 pm
Talent Show General Meeting Departure
Room Cleaning
Evening Evening
Free time Closing Gala
A maximum of 18 students per class. A total of 45 hours of French courses.
An attestation will be issued at the end of program. No credits will be recognized for language courses.
All the activities are compulsory. The student/monitor ratio is 1/15. The monitors live in residence on the same floor as the students.
During free time, students must stay on campus. A choice of activities will be offered (sports, arts, etc.)
Curfew is 11p.m. Students’ safety is guaranteed during the evening and all night as there is a security agent on duty.CAMPUS NOTRE‐DAME‐DE‐FOY
5000, rue Clément‐Lockquell
Saint‐Augustin‐de‐Desmaures (Québec) Canada
G3A 1B3
Tel.: (418) 872‐8041
1 800 463‐8041
Fax: (418) 872‐3448
WWW.CNDF.QC.CA
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