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![A student is seen laughing on stage with actor Guillaume BOUCHEDE during a theatre masterclass exercise.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1778630278/francaissf/vhnzbpgvmpcxg2hkkydr/Masterclass-MdE-Article-Thumbnail-2.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1778630278/francaissf/vhnzbpgvmpcxg2hkkydr/Masterclass-MdE-Article-Thumbnail-2.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1778630278/francaissf/vhnzbpgvmpcxg2hkkydr/Masterclass-MdE-Article-Thumbnail-2.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1778630278/francaissf/vhnzbpgvmpcxg2hkkydr/Masterclass-MdE-Article-Thumbnail-2.png","width":1080}])
A Star-Studded Masterclass: Drama Students and Les Marchands d'Etoiles
Our Gr 9-10 Drama students had a special encounter this week, meeting the cast and creative team behind award-winning play Les Marchands d'Étoiles. In an immersive masterclass led by theatre professionals, they got a rare window into the world of contemporary French-language theatre.
![A paper can be seen with different color swatches and some pens and pencils on the side.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1778705812/francaissf/qs4kh1lwg1byibzhztwu/Art-Night-Thumbnail-2.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1778705812/francaissf/qs4kh1lwg1byibzhztwu/Art-Night-Thumbnail-2.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1778705812/francaissf/qs4kh1lwg1byibzhztwu/Art-Night-Thumbnail-2.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1778705812/francaissf/qs4kh1lwg1byibzhztwu/Art-Night-Thumbnail-2.png","width":1080}])
Spotlight on Talent: The Lycée's Arts Nights
The Lycée is hosting two Arts Nights this month to celebrate student creativity across music, visual arts, and technology and design. The MS Arts Night takes place on May 20 (5:00–7:15 pm) and the HS Arts Night on May 27 (5:30–6:30 pm). Both evenings feature live performances and exhibitions, and all families and community members are warmly welcome.
![A conversation with Natalie BITTON, college counselor at the Lycee]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1777418071/francaissf/plft5blimnusests4ojq/CC_thumbnail.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1777418071/francaissf/plft5blimnusests4ojq/CC_thumbnail.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1777418071/francaissf/plft5blimnusests4ojq/CC_thumbnail.jpg","width":600}])
Rooted in Purpose: How the Lycée Prepares Students for College and Beyond
College Counselor Natalie BITTON shares her philosophy on guiding seniors through admissions season, what defines the Class of 2026, and how the Lycée's approach, rooted in relationship, fit, and bilingual identity, best prepares students for universities worldwide.
![Two Molieres for FIN FIN ET FIN]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1778017279/francaissf/kt3o9f3unoa3648nf8bw/FredMoilieresFinx3Sq-thumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1778017279/francaissf/kt3o9f3unoa3648nf8bw/FredMoilieresFinx3Sq-thumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1778017279/francaissf/kt3o9f3unoa3648nf8bw/FredMoilieresFinx3Sq-thumbnail.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1778017279/francaissf/kt3o9f3unoa3648nf8bw/FredMoilieresFinx3Sq-thumbnail.png","width":1080}])
The Molières Prove It: the TLF Brings World-Class French Theatre To San Francisco
The show 'Fin, Fin, Fin,' which graced our TLF stage in March, just won two Molières, France's most prestigious theatre awards: Best Comedy and Best Male Revelation for Lancelot Cherer. Our artistic director Frédéric Patto was there to celebrate! He spotted some familiar faces: among them, Alex Vizorek, who opened our season on the TLF stage, was the evening's MC! Bravo!
![Shine is the IB celebration night]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1775523647/francaissf/rgukaa891k9zy3qzqkat/IBNight_thmbnail.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1775523647/francaissf/rgukaa891k9zy3qzqkat/IBNight_thmbnail.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1775523647/francaissf/rgukaa891k9zy3qzqkat/IBNight_thmbnail.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1775523647/francaissf/rgukaa891k9zy3qzqkat/IBNight_thmbnail.jpg","width":1000}])
Shine: Celebrating IB Student Projects at the Lycée's Community and Personal Project Night
On MAY 11, join us for Shine — the Lycée IB Celebration Night. Students in Grades 8 and 10 will present their Community and Personal Projects through exhibits and student-led conferences. Light refreshments included. Open to all Lycée families.
![Wellness Week 2026: What happened at the Lycée assembly]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1777484255/francaissf/xnst4uunuegqm0vkyozk/Sq-thumbnail-wellness-assembly.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1777484255/francaissf/xnst4uunuegqm0vkyozk/Sq-thumbnail-wellness-assembly.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1777484255/francaissf/xnst4uunuegqm0vkyozk/Sq-thumbnail-wellness-assembly.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1777484255/francaissf/xnst4uunuegqm0vkyozk/Sq-thumbnail-wellness-assembly.png","width":1080}])
Wellness Week 2026: What happened at the Lycée assembly
During Wellness Week 2026, students at the lycée took part in a special all-school assembly exploring emotional awareness and digital wellbeing. Through the Meta Moment exercise, led by teachers Melissa Robe and Emmanuelle Offner, students learned to identify and reflect on their emotions. Researcher Nicolas Louisot from the AEFE also presented findings on social media's influence on teens, raising awareness around media literacy, gender equality, and critical thinking in the digital age.
![A Week with Nathalie DIETERLÉ at the Lycée]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1778698839/francaissf/ptzgqhw7qsi4zhgktvpf/Sq-thumbnail_1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1778698839/francaissf/ptzgqhw7qsi4zhgktvpf/Sq-thumbnail_1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1778698839/francaissf/ptzgqhw7qsi4zhgktvpf/Sq-thumbnail_1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1778698839/francaissf/ptzgqhw7qsi4zhgktvpf/Sq-thumbnail_1.png","width":1080}])
A Week with Nathalie DIETERLÉ at the Lycée
Renowned Francophone author and illustrator Nathalie Dieterlé visited our campuses, leading creative workshops with our maternelle and Gr1 students inspired by her beloved Zékéyé series and her childhood in Cameroon.
![Kids doing sports outdoors and having fun.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1778712804/francaissf/fcbcrkmhyhhbgfhmzxrt/Decathlon-Thumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1778712804/francaissf/fcbcrkmhyhhbgfhmzxrt/Decathlon-Thumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1778712804/francaissf/fcbcrkmhyhhbgfhmzxrt/Decathlon-Thumbnail.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1778712804/francaissf/fcbcrkmhyhhbgfhmzxrt/Decathlon-Thumbnail.png","width":1080}])
Ready, Set, Go! Décathlon Week at the Lycée
From sprints to obstacle courses, students at both ASH and SAU campuses came together this May for a week of athletic challenges, teamwork, and fun.
![Nathalie DIETERLÉ Author in residence reading in PK4]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1778016643/francaissf/mcgb4awo1nlwlcj0px3v/Screenshot2026-05-05at23030PM.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1778016643/francaissf/mcgb4awo1nlwlcj0px3v/Screenshot2026-05-05at23030PM.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1778016643/francaissf/mcgb4awo1nlwlcj0px3v/Screenshot2026-05-05at23030PM.png","width":536}])
Nathalie Dieterlé In Residence at the Lycée: Imagination, Art & the Magic of Francophone Literature
Renowned Francophone author and illustrator Nathalie Dieterlé visited the Lycée Français de San Francisco for an artist residency, leading creative workshops with students from preschool through Grade 2. From a collaborative fresco to pop-up book making and totem animal poetry, her visit sparked imagination across every grade, with book signing sessions on both campuses."
![LYCÉE FRANÇAIS DE SAN FRANCISCO X GOLDEN STATE VALKYRIES]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1777499235/francaissf/yp1gn5fvdw3hx9wmaeu9/Screenshot2026-04-29at24655PM.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1777499235/francaissf/yp1gn5fvdw3hx9wmaeu9/Screenshot2026-04-29at24655PM.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1777499235/francaissf/yp1gn5fvdw3hx9wmaeu9/Screenshot2026-04-29at24655PM.png","width":546}])
Lycée Français de San Francisco X Golden State Valkyries
Cheer on the Golden State Valkyries with the Lycée community! Join us May 25 at 7pm to Valkyries vs. Connecticut Sun, discounted tickets are available to our community. This event is brought to you by Valkyries, Say Less, a podcast by two SF teachers & former hoopers. Pre-game clean-up with Refuse Refuse!
![Spring Break at Camp: Jam, Capes, and a Lot of Sunshine]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1777485199/francaissf/rwxnxd9dty290o31k2mi/Camp-Article-Thumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1777485199/francaissf/rwxnxd9dty290o31k2mi/Camp-Article-Thumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1777485199/francaissf/rwxnxd9dty290o31k2mi/Camp-Article-Thumbnail.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1777485199/francaissf/rwxnxd9dty290o31k2mi/Camp-Article-Thumbnail.png","width":1080}])
Spring Break at Camp: Jam, Capes, and a Lot of Sunshine
What a wonderful spring break at our Lycée camps! Across all age groups and campuses, the children dove into a full lineup of creative, active, and hands-on experiences.
From gardening, crafts, and cooking (homemade popsicles, strawberry jam, pancakes, and smoothies: quite the menu!) to superhero training, cape-making, bouncy house fun, beach outings, team sports, and French songs, every day was packed with laughter, discovery, and memorable moments. The children also channeled their inner athletes with dodgeball, human foosball, and plenty of outdoor play in the beautiful spring sunshine.