Founder:
Stephanie Chiu
As a third generation teacher, and now a parent, I have had the opportunity to experience the ins and outs of education in various provinces from multiple perspectives. One thing that really stood out for me was how difficult it is for parents to find supports and resources for students learning in French, most especially in areas where French is the minority. This lack of support in the community coupled with a finite quantity of resources within the school systems closes the door to bilingualism for many capable students. It also promotes French as a "working" language, omitting real life experiences such as play, authentic casual conversation and development of creative skills and interests which are integral parts of well rounded development. This is what inspired me to launch Virtually French, a community of like-minded, certified teachers, delivering quality programs and providing engaging lessons.
