Supplementary lessons JG9

In grade 9, students have the option of taking Latin or French as a second foreign language.

Those who do not choose a foreign language have in grade 9:

1. one hour per week of remedial or remedial math instruction.

2. two hours per week in rotation from the field:

  • Computer science/media scout
  • Sports
  • Student company/career orientation
  • ...

7 good reasons for French as a foreign language

  1. Living language spoken by 220 million people worldwide.
  2. Language exchange possible in several countries (France, Canada, parts of Switzerland and Belgium, many African countries).
  3. Since France is Germany's most important trading partner, many companies consider it an advantage if potential employees speak the language
  4. Increasing the chances of success in the application process.
  5. Getting to know the culture and way of life of the French.
  6. In case of studies, semesters abroad are possible.
  7. Increasing the sense of language.

7 good reasons for the foreign language Latin

  1. Understand foreign words better: Many technical terms (e.g. in natural sciences, German, ...) can be derived quickly.
  2. Expansion of the ability to express oneself through the translations into German.
  3. Learning to learn properly, applying learning strategies that are important for other subjects as well.
  4. The language of instruction is German.
  5. Learn modern languages more easily. Latin is the basis for Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, French and also English and German.
  6. Historical and therefore also political foresight.
  7. Admission requirement for many degree programs.