Applications for the French For All Summer Institute are open until January 19, 2026.
Villa Albertine, the French Institute for Culture and Education, and the Albertine Foundation work to ensure broad and equal access to French language programs in close collaboration with educational organizations, school districts, and local education agencies.
These efforts are part of a broader commitment to promoting French language learning at all levels, providing learners and educators from diverse background the opportunity to engage with French language and culture, enrich their educational experiences, and strengthen bilateral relations between French and American communities.
In 2026, Villa Albertine and Albertine Foundation will hold the second annual French for All Summer Institute, a seminar for K-12 and higher education teachers across the United States. The FFA Summer Institute will take place from June 22-26 at the University of Texas – Austin.
Whether you’re interested in seminars on French in higher education or French heritage language programs, apply below today!
Costs
Albertine Foundation and Villa Albertine will cover the $1000 per person costs of training, lodging (private bedroom and shared bathroom) and meals. Participants will be responsible for their own transportation (plane/train/etc. tickets) to and from Texas.
Objectives & Opportunities
The objectives of the FFA Summer Institute are to:
- Respond to the growing demand for professional learning opportunities in French and for teachers of French
- Help educators refine their pedagogical approaches and acquire new expertise.
Selected participants will receive:
- A professional development grant that covers registration costs, accommodations, and meals for the duration of the seminar
- Comprehensive training designed specifically for each track.
- Access to a platform for educators to share resources, pedagogical materials, and best practices
Applications & Timeline
- K-12 French as World Language Programs – Apply HERE
- K-12 Dual Language and Immersion Programs – Apply HERE
- K-12 French Heritage Language Programs – Apply HERE
- Higher Education – Apply HERE
- October 20, 2025: Applications Open
- January 19, 2026: Application Deadline
- Early March 2026: Announcement of Results
- June 22-26, 2025: FFA Summer Institute
Informational Webinars
We invite interested educators and administrators to participate in our informational webinars. Three sessions have been organized to provide detailed guidance on the application process, best practices, and program guidelines. To learn more, sign up HERE.
Contact Information
- Yoël KIDANE – K-12 French as World Language Programs
- Mickael RAGGI – K-12 Dual Language and Immersion Programs
- Yann GABORIAU – K-12 French Heritage Language Programs
- Sophie MARC – French in Higher Education Program