French for the Future » February 2011's Featured Student is <br />Hayam Hamodat!

February 2011's Featured Student is
Hayam Hamodat!

My name is Hayam Hamodat and I am a grade 11 student in late French immersion. I speak English, Arabic and French and I enjoy learning about different languages and cultures.

Since grade 7, I have competed in several concours d'art oratoire (French public speaking contest), in both languages. I like to be involved in extracurricular activities and in my community by volunteering. I am one of the leaders of the Peace and Justice Committee and I am the yearbook editor. Furthermore, I tutor and I am a member of my school's newspaper committee.

I would like to become a doctor with Doctors Without Borders, where I would use my knowledge of both languages while helping people in developing countries.

Name: Hayam Hamodat

Age: 17

Grade : 11

Hometown: St. John's, Newfoundland

First language: Arabic

Favourite food: Lasagna.

Favourite French book: I have read several books, and I like the play Zone by Marcel Dubé.

Favourite way of practicing French: At school, I like to make presentations and speeches. I also like speaking in French with my friends.

Why do you think it is important to learn French? French is a way to expand my knowledge, to develop my intellect and to make new friendships without having a language barrier. It is important to be able to speak both of Canada's official languages.

Best experience “en français”: The 2009 provincial concours d'art oratoire. (French public speaking contest)

The coolest Francophone country is, in your opinion: France.

How you will use your French skills in the future: I want to promote French in my school and community. I hope to use my knowledge of French in a bilingual career.

A place you would like to go: New Zealand.

As February's Featured Student, Hayam received a $50 gift certificate at la Place du livre.
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