Promoting French language and culture for over 100 years

Now Enrolling for Fall 2010 Term (September-November Classes)

The Alliance's standard 10-week summer term wraps up August 28 and is followed by the fall term which features 10-week classes (September 13 -November 20). If not sure of your level, check the options on the Assessments page. 

For actival enrollment periods: register securely online (red box at right) or call our office at 503.223.8388 to enroll over the phone.

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  • View the Administration Policy for Classes.
  • Most classes are offered at the Alliance main location, the historic Kamm House in downtown Portland, 1425 SW 20th Avenue (a half block from the Goose Hollow Max). Free parking is available in front of the building.
  • Click here to see bios of all of our professeurs.
  • Click here to see class descriptions.

    • Assessing Your Level: Several Tools

    Targeting a specific class but not sure if it's a good fit? We offer multiple assessment options including an interactive test. Consult our Assessing Your Level page for full details.

    Core Classes for Adults - Fall Term 2010

    Classes are sequenced by level, from beginners at the top to advanced toward the bottom. If you don't find a class that works for you, we want your input! Email us at info@afportland.org to let us know what you are looking for.

    Click HERE
    to View the Full Schedule of Classes

    Or, to display a printable PDF of the complete Fall 2010 schedule, click here.



    Note 1: Core classes 100-105 and 201 use Latitudes texts. A limited number of 200-series classes use Connexions. Thematic or grammar/conversation classes have multiple textbooks options, discussed at the first class.

    Core Classes for Children - Fall Term 2010

    Click www.afportland.org/pdf/SSTFOverview.pdf for complete program overview and schedule for children's classes. A separate web page will be created shortly for this new program! Thank you for your patience, and call our office at 503.223.8388 with questions!