SOCIÉTÉ HONORAIRE DE FRANÇAIS
French National Honor Society
Application for Membership – March 2015
This application must be completed and returned to Madame Cagney (Room 214)
No later than Friday, February 27, 2015 at 3:45PM.
It is recommended that you turn the application in as early as possible.
An application will not be considered if it is late or incomplete.
Please type your answers directly on the form. Print and then, obtain the appropriate signatures..
The SOCIÉTÉ HONORAIRE DE FRANÇAIS (SHF) is an honor society for high school students enrolled in French and is sponsored by the American Association of Teachers of French (AATF). The purpose of the society is to recognize high achievement of high school students in the French language and to promote a continuing interest in Francophone studies.
-from SHF website
First: M.I.: Last:
Grade:
Please answer the following questions to determine your eligibility for the SOCIÉTÉ HONORAIRE DE FRANÇAIS:
YES / NOI have successfully completed French II, and am enrolled in a French class for the next school year.
I am/was enrolled in a French course this school year.
I have a minimum 90% cumulative average of all French courses taken from 9th grade to the present.
I have an 80% cumulative average of all high school courses.
I have a behavioral record free from suspension, instances of academic dishonesty (i.e. plagiarism), and/or a pattern of inappropriate behavior.
If you answered NO to any question but would like to explain your situation and still be considered, please do so in writing and attach to this application.
Transfer Students: Please see teacher for additional requirements.
Complete the questions below en français!
Please answer the following question in French. You must answer in a minimum of 6 complete sentences per question.
Considérez les qualités pour la société et incorporez des exemples personnels dans vos réponses. Ecrivez vos réponses en français en phrases complètes.
1. Pourquoi avez-vous choisi d’étudier le françaiset pourquoi est-ce que vous l’avez continué?
2. Comment est-ce que vous démontrez l’enthousiasme pour la langue française à Brooks et dans votre communauté?
3. Comment démontrez-vous l’appréciation pour les cultures différentes?
4. Choisissez deux qualités positives que vous possédez. Que ferez-vous pour développer ces qualités?
Expectations of SOCIÉTÉ HONORAIRE DE FRANÇAIS members are drawn from the constitution and bylaws of the national SOCIÉTÉ HONORAIRE DE FRANÇAIS. In summary, they are:
Ø Enrollment and completion of the French class for which you qualify
Ø Attendance at the induction ceremony in April
Ø Maintenance of a 90% cumulative average in French classes
Ø Maintenance of an 80% cumulative semester average in all classes
Ø Participation in Société Honoraire de Français meetings and activities
Ø Attendance at next year’s induction ceremony of new members
Ø Participation in the National French Examination when offered
Ø Maintenance of a behavioral record free from suspensions, academic dishonesty, and/or a pattern of inappropriate behavior
Ø Meet all deadlines and pay the required one time fee (currently $3.00)
Ø Fulfillment of the yearly service and language requirements.
Failure to meet these expectations will result in a written warning, a probation period, or removal from the SOCIÉTÉ HONORAIRE DE FRANÇAIS.
Email will be the primary mode of communication about activities, scholarship opportunities, and service possibilities. It is expected that you will check your email regularly and respond promptly.
Email:
You will be notified by mail in early March of the department’s decision. Please provide a mailing address:
Street:
City: State: Zip:
Please answer the following questions in English. You must answer in a minimum of 6 complete sentences.
Answer this in English - A 7th grade student is about to take his first course in French at Brooks. He asks you, “What’s the point of French class?” How would you respond to him?
The SOCIÉTÉ HONORAIRE DE FRANÇAIS recognizes academically excellent students in their study of French at Brooks CPA. Members will serve as models for other students in the Foreign Language Department through their achievement, mature behavior, and service. What qualifies you to be a member of the SOCIÉTÉ HONORAIRE DE FRANÇAIS?
Obtain signatures only after typing responses to all other sections:
FRENCH TEACHER RECOMMENDATION
This required signature is from a French teacher that can attest to your excellence in the study of the French language and culture.
Signature: ______Date: ______
OTHER RECOMMENDATION
This required signature is from a non-French teacher, coach, co-op, or employer who can attest to your reliability and performance in their field.
Signature: ______Date: ______
Position: ______Phone:______
PARENT SIGNATURE
Signature: ______Date: ______
STUDENT SIGNATURE
Signature: ______Date: ______
This typed application is due to Madame Cagney (Room 214) by Friday, February 27, 2015 at 3:45PM.
An application will not be considered if it is late, incomplete, or not typed.
After reviewing each application, the SHF will vote to induct new members. You will be notified by mail in early March as to the status of your application.
Please direct any questions to the advisor of the SOCIÉTÉ HONORAIRE DE FRANÇAIS:
Teacher M. Cagney
Address room 214