Second Language Course Challenge Information

 Second Language Course Challenge Information

 

For successful completion, all students must complete all of the below Second Language Course Challenge requirements 

 

Part 1 Two Projects

 

 Completed independently and submitted digitally in the designated Google Classroom

 

Part 2 Oral ExamStudents complete this portion in-person at Lumen Christi Catholic Education Centre with second language examiners.  Students will complete 2 prepared and 2 spontaneous tasks with 2 - 4 different examiners.
Part 3Written Exam

 

Reading, listening, and written exam components.  Scheduled at Lumen Christi Catholic Education Centre.

 

 

Registration opens October 20, 2026

 

Registration and payment must be completed by January 22, 2027, at 3 pm.

 

  • Registration is open to ECSD Grade 10-12 students.
  • Students must speak to their teacher designate (See dropdown below) at their high school for registration information.
  • One language only may be challenged. Do not submit a second or a repeat registration.
  • Once registered in the Second Language Course Challenge, students must wait for a confirmation email that will explain the payment process.
  • The cost per student is $70. ($39 tech and $31 program fee,  non-refundable). Pay at Alternative Education Online Registration (Payment is required before project will be distributed to students)

 

Students: To learn more about the Second Language Course Challenge, please view the following document:  Second Language Course Challenge Information for Students.  

 

Families: To learn more about the Second Language Courage Challenge, please view the comprehensive guide:  Second Language Course Challenge Guide for Students and Families.

 

Exam Details 

Oral Exam When:  February 20, 2027.

Students will arrive at their designated exam time.  

Please note, the student expected arrival time is 30 minutes prior to oral examination time (registration and exam prep time)

*Bring your school ID.

 

Examiners will arrange an appointment time to meet with students in person at Lumen Christi.

  • First exam begins: 9:00 AM
  • Last exam ends: 3:30 PM

Please note: Exam appointment times will be posted in the Second Language Course Challenge Google Classrooms. Exam times cannot be changed.

 

  • Lumen Christi Catholic Education Centre
  • 9405 50 Street Edmonton
  • Plenty of parking on South side of building
  • Students will enter at the West doors only
Written ExamWhen: March 6, 2027 at 9:00 am

Arrive ½ hour early with ID and a pencil

Exam should take approximately 2 hours to complete.

 

Exam Location:  Lumen Christi Catholic Education Centre (9405 - 50 Street)  WEST ENTRANCE 

If you require assistance, please call 780-441-6080.