FRENCH-AMERICAN SCHOOL OF CHICAGO

Are you looking for a welcoming, well rounded and supportive world centered education? Join the FRENCH-AMERICAN SCHOOL OF CHICAGO! Admission is open for 2025-2026 school year. #bilingualeducation #frenchamericanschool #chicago #international #admission #independentschool

🎬 Behind The Scenes of Back to School at FRENCH-AMERICAN SCHOOL OF CHICAGO 🎒 It's a wrap! We've just concluded a week of collaborative meetings, class preparations, and all the final touches to ensure everything is ready for our students. What stands out the most is the incredible dedication of our teachers. Their commitment to making each classroom feel welcoming and inspiring is truly amazing. They've poured their hearts into creating spaces where curiosity can thrive, and I can’t wait for our students to discover their teachers and embark on a new year of adventures and learning. Here’s to another exciting school year at EFAC! FRENCH-AMERICAN SCHOOL OF CHICAGO🚀 #backtoschool #cestlarentree

🎉 Celebrating a Milestone in History and Education 🎉 Yesterday was an extraordinary day at Abraham Lincoln Elementary School (Chicago Public Schools) and EFAC (FRENCH-AMERICAN SCHOOL OF CHICAGO) as we honored the 80th Anniversary of D-Day with a special guest, WWII Veteran Sir Hirsch. Sir Hirsch, a decorated hero and recipient of the French Legion of Honor, shared his remarkable journey and the enduring importance of bravery, partnership, and unity. In a powerful assembly, our students had the unique opportunity to meet Sir Hirsch and hear firsthand accounts of his experiences during WWII. His story is a testament to the unbreakable bond between the United States and France, a relationship built on mutual respect, shared values, and a commitment to freedom and democracy. This event commemorated a pivotal moment in history and underscored the importance of our educational mission: promoting a multicultural vision and fostering tolerance through understanding. We nurture a community where empathy, respect, and global awareness thrive by bringing together students from diverse backgrounds. Thanks to the effort of the Cultural Services of the French Embassy in the United States, via Nicolas Douay, and the Consulate General of France in Chicago represented by Clément Calais, Deputy General Consul of France, our students had an amazing experience. We are incredibly grateful to Sir Hirsch for his service and willingness to inspire future generations. His legacy is a reminder of the power of collaboration and the impact of shared history in shaping a better, more inclusive world. Together, we continue to honor the past, celebrate the present, and build a future where multicultural understanding and cooperation are at the forefront of our educational journey. Embassy of France in the United States AEFE - Agence pour l'enseignement français à l'étranger Chicago Public Schools Pedro Martinez #DDay80thAnniversary #WWIIVeteran #FrenchAmericanPartnership #MulticulturalEducation #EFACChicago #AbrahamLincolnElementary #GlobalCitizenship #EducationForAll #ToleranceAndUnderstanding #LegionOfHonor

We are thrilled to announce an incredible opportunity for our high school students at the FRENCH-AMERICAN SCHOOL OF CHICAGO! With the expert guidance of Alban Ferrieu, PhD, and his team at Anywhere Uni, our students will receive unparalleled support in navigating their paths to higher education. This initiative will help them secure spots at top universities in the USA, UK, Canada, Europe, and beyond. A heartfelt thank you to our Director, Mathieu Cladidier, for ensuring our students have the platform and guidance they need to choose their future with confidence! #FrenchAmericanSchoolOfChicago #AnywhereUni #BilingualEducation #HighSchool

Breakfast Of Champions: CelebratingTeacher Appreciation Day at EFAC Today, on Teacher Appreciation Day, we celebrate the extraordinary educators at the FRENCH-AMERICAN SCHOOL OF CHICAGO (EFAC). Each day, our faculty members bring their passion for teaching and a commitment to fostering a bilingual environment where students thrive academically and culturally. At EFAC, our teachers' dedication to blending French and American educational excellence allows our students to embrace diverse opportunities. We thank our teachers for their incredible contributions and for inspiring our students daily. Join us in celebrating the remarkable difference they make in our community! #TeacherAppreciationDay #EFAC #BilingualEducation #ThankATeacher

Promoting reading is more than just a school activity; it's a commitment to students' intellectual and emotional development. As such, FRENCH-AMERICAN SCHOOL OF CHICAGO (EFAC) participated in the #12marsjelis event, held on March 12, 2024, echoing this idea. This initiative allowed our students from Kindergarten to 8th grade to immerse themselves in a world of words, stories and imagination, reinforcing the importance of reading in their education. This 15-minute reading period, during the heure commune, is also a moment of pause and a real emotional regulator. It's an essential breath of air that enriches our educational environment. The widespread adoption in 2019 by the French education system of the " quart d'heure de lecture " has shown significant benefits, not only in encouraging the pleasure of reading, but also in improving concentration and well-being among students. This practice offers a moment of calm and silence, appreciated by children, fostering a more serene school climate. According to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), students who read for pleasure on a daily basis have a reading proficiency score (comprehension and fluency) 30 points higher than those who don't, equivalent to almost a school year's worth of learning. In addition, a study conducted by the American Academy of Pediatrics reveals that children who are exposed to reading and books from an early age are more likely to develop strong language skills and new cognitive abilities. The #12marsjelis initiative isn't just a one-off, annual event, it's part of a long-term approach to building a reading habit. By regularly integrating this 15-minute reading period into students' daily lives, we're not just taking an educational break; we're planting the seeds of a lifelong passion for reading. Once established, this habit becomes a powerful tool for students' autonomy, personal development and academic success. As an educational community, we have a responsibility to cultivate this love of reading, not only as an academic skill, but also as a source of pleasure, escape and discovery. Let's encourage this practice together, so that every student can benefit from the countless advantages the world of books has to offer. #education #reading #bilingualeducation #lecture

Promoting reading is more than just a school activity; it's a commitment to students' intellectual and emotional development. As such, FRENCH-AMERICAN SCHOOL OF CHICAGO (EFAC) participated in the #12marsjelis event, held on March 12, 2024, echoing this idea. This initiative allowed our students from Kindergarten to 8th grade to immerse themselves in a world of words, stories and imagination, reinforcing the importance of reading in their education. This 15-minute reading period, during the heure commune, is also a moment of pause and a real emotional regulator. It's an essential breath of air that enriches our educational environment. The widespread adoption in 2019 by the French education system of the " quart d'heure de lecture " has shown significant benefits, not only in encouraging the pleasure of reading, but also in improving concentration and well-being among students. This practice offers a moment of calm and silence, appreciated by children, fostering a more serene school climate. According to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), students who read for pleasure on a daily basis have a reading proficiency score (comprehension and fluency) 30 points higher than those who don't, equivalent to almost a school year's worth of learning. In addition, a study conducted by the American Academy of Pediatrics reveals that children who are exposed to reading and books from an early age are more likely to develop strong language skills and new cognitive abilities. The #12marsjelis initiative isn't just a one-off, annual event, it's part of a long-term approach to building a reading habit. By regularly integrating this 15-minute reading period into students' daily lives, we're not just taking an educational break; we're planting the seeds of a lifelong passion for reading. Once established, this habit becomes a powerful tool for students' autonomy, personal development and academic success. As an educational community, we have a responsibility to cultivate this love of reading, not only as an academic skill, but also as a source of pleasure, escape and discovery. Let's encourage this practice together, so that every student can benefit from the countless advantages the world of books has to offer. #education #reading #bilingualeducation #lecture