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Our Network of Support

Partners & Affiliations

Partenaires

From UC Berkeley to the French Consulate, from the Oakland Public Library to a middle school in Caen — the network that makes Francophone extraordinary.

Educational Partnerships

Our Academic Network

Charter Authorizer
Oakland Unified School District (OUSD)

Francophone is authorized by OUSD and participates in district-wide initiatives, professional development, and knowledge sharing with other Oakland schools.

Member Organization
California Charter Schools Association

Professional development, advocacy support, and networking across California charter schools. Keeps us current on policy and best practices.

Professional Affiliation
National Association for Bilingual Education (NABE)

Teachers and administrators participate in NABE conferences and professional development, staying current with bilingual education research.

Collaborative Network
Bay Area Dual Language Network

Collaboration with other dual-immersion schools in the Bay Area — sharing resources, strategies, and supporting each other’s unique challenges.

Research & Teacher Training
UC Berkeley School of Education

We host student teachers and participate in educational research. Our students receive additional support while contributing to bilingual education research.

Peer School Network
French American International School (FAIS)

Collaboration with FAIS and other French bilingual schools in the Bay Area — shared resources, professional development, and mutual support.

Cultural & Language Partnerships

Connecting to La Francophonie

Alliance Française de San Francisco

Cultural programming, teacher professional development, and student enrichment — French film screenings, cultural workshops, and special events throughout the year.

French Consulate of San Francisco

Educational resources, recognition of our dual-immersion excellence, facilitation of the France exchange program, and access to French government educational initiatives.

Francophone Cultural Organizations

Partnerships with organizations from Haitian, Senegalese, Moroccan, Belgian, Québécois, and other French-speaking communities — ensuring students understand the full global diversity of La Francophonie.

Education Française Bay Area (EFBA)

EFBA serves the needs of French learning and bilingualism through after-school classes, cultural activities, and summer camps — complementing our program beautifully.

—— Community Partners

Rooted in Oakland

Oakland Public Library

Bilingual books, author visits, and literacy initiatives. Students hold library cards and participate in library programs.

Oakland Museum of California

Curriculum-connected field trips exploring California history, art, and natural sciences with bilingual programming.

East Bay Regional Parks

Outdoor education, nature field trips, and environmental science programming exploring local ecosystems.

Children’s Hospital Oakland

Health education programming, vision and dental screenings, and family resources supporting whole-child wellness.

Oakland Food Bank

Ensuring all families have access to nutritious food, supporting community service learning and food security.

—— International & Higher Education

Beyond Oakland

Exchange Partner
Partner School — Caen, Normandy

Our primary international partnership enables the 8th grade exchange program with reciprocal visits, pen pal correspondence, and friendships that last beyond the exchange.

UC Berkley

Field trips, guest speakers, and inspiration for students to envision themselves as future college students. Beyond the School of Education partnership.

Mills College & CSU East Bay

Teacher training, student teacher placements, and educational research collaborations.

Become a Partner

We’re always interested in partnerships that benefit our students. Educational programming, cultural enrichment, mentoring, volunteering — formal or informal. Get in touch →

Become a Partner

Help Build the Next Generation
of Global Citizens

We welcome partners who share our values. Reach out to explore how we can work together.