What is the purpose of CODOFIL?

According to Legislative Act No. 409, CODOFIL is empowered to “do any and all things necessary to accomplish the development, utilization, and preservation of the French language as found in Louisiana for the cultural, economic and touristic benefit of the state.

Who created Codofil?

James R. Domengeaux
History. James R. Domengeaux, a former state legislator and former United States Congressman of ethnic French descent, was the driving force behind CODOFIL’s creation.

How many French immersion schools are in Louisiana?

26 French immersion schools
Today, more than 5,500 students are enrolled in 26 French immersion schools across eight parishes. In all, nearly 100,000 students across the state study French, according to CODOFIL.

Do they teach French in Louisiana?

The school-immersion programs focus on standard French, though many teachers try to incorporate Cajun or other Louisiana dialects. French speaking in Louisiana goes far beyond the Cajuns. That includes Louisiana Creole speakers, a language with ties to the Caribbean.

Is French useful in Louisiana?

From the colonial period to the present, French is continuously shaping the culture and future of the state as well as influencing the lives of those who call it home. In addition to culture and language, Louisiana has become a major platform for French-American business relations.

Where is French spoken the most in Louisiana?

In Louisiana, as of 2010, the population of French speakers was approximately 115,183. These populations were concentrated most heavily in the southern, coastal parishes.

Can French understand Cajun?

Though Cajuns from different parts of the state can usually understand each other when communicating in their local variety of French, certain words, features of pronunciation or syntactical structures can sometimes lead to a bit of confusion.