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May 2012's Featured Student!

My little biography: "Throughout my whole life, I've studied in French Immersion. I've been involved in extracurricular activities like synchronized skating, Cadets, and soccer.

During the eight years that I've been figure skating, I've learned of the different and unique skills that I have. As I skate in a team, I have to recognize the skills and weaknesses of other team members.

In Cadets, I have learned how to use my resources and how to follow instructions. It's now my 5th year in Cadets and my rank is that of Sergeant. I am in charge of 20 Cadets and am very serious in my responsibilities.

I no longer play soccer, however I am a coach for my brother's team. This is my second year as coach and it's been a fantastic experience. Everything that I'm involved in are experience that I will never forget, and French has been involved in them all."

Name: Nicole Marie Tryon

Age: 15 years old, turning 16 on July 1st.

Grade: 10

City: Edmonton, Alberta

Native language: English

Favourite music/artist: Cœur de pirate

Favourite dish: A meal consisting of turkey, potatoes, vegetables, pumpkin pie, and ice cream.

Favourite French book: Vous Revoir, by Marc Levy

Favourite way to practice my French: Listen to music, speak to my brother at home, read, and speak to my friends. Why I think it is important to learn French: Because in the future, I will be able to be fluent in both English and French, and it will make finding a job easier.

My best experience in French: My father interviewed some grade 11 students, and thanks to him, I've met my new friend, Ariane.

The coolest francophone country in my opinion: France

How I will use your French skills in the future: I will continue with my French in postsecondary in order to find a job in which I will be able to use this magnificent language.

A place I would like to go: I want to visit France and also Japan.

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As a Featured Student, Nicole received the latest album from Andrea Lindsay, winner of the 2010 Juno Award for Best FrancophoneAlbum.

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