On Saturday, March 21, 2026, the Francophone community of the Bay Area will gather at the French American School of Silicon Valley for a beloved tradition: La Dictée, a celebration of the beauty, precision, and joy of the French language.
Held from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the school’s Upper Campus in Santa Clara, this special morning event invites students, adults, and Francophiles of all levels to come together and share a moment of linguistic challenge and cultural connection. Wonderful prizes will be awarded, including Distinguished Awards for top winners in each category.
Co-organized by the French American School of Silicon Valley and the Alliance Française of Silicon Valley, La Dictée is more than a spelling competition, it is a vibrant community gathering that highlights the richness of Francophonie in the heart of Silicon Valley!
SCHEDULE
10:00 AM – Welcome & Opening
Check-in and introduction to the rules10:15 AM – Youth Dictée Categories
CE1–CE2 (2nd–3rd grades)
CM1–CM2 (4th–5th grades)
Middle School (6th–8th grades)
High School & Francophiles (9th–12th grades)
11:00 AM – Adult Francophone Dictée
11:40 AM – Awards Ceremony
12:00 PM – Event Closure
IMPORTANT
This is not a drop-off event. Parent attendance is required.
Parents of participating children through middle school are kindly asked to remain on site and accompany their children for the duration of the event.
DETAILS
📍 Location: French American School of Silicon Valley (Upper Campus). 220 Blake Ave, Santa Clara, CA 95051
🗓 Date: Saturday, March 21, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📝 Register here
