Dual Language Immersion in Nebraska
Program Benefits
- Bilingual Proficiency: Dual language programs enable students to achieve high levels of proficiency in two languages, regardless of their first language.
- Cognitive Advantages: Students develop stronger cognitive flexibility, attention control, memory, and problem-solving skills through managing two linguistic systems.
- Academic Achievement: Participation in dual language programs is associated with improved literacy skills and higher performance on standardized English tests.
- Cultural Competence: These programs foster positive attitudes toward other cultures, promoting cross-cultural understanding and appreciation.
- School Engagement: Students in dual-language programs show higher attendance rates and lower dropout rates, reflecting greater engagement and retention.
Instructional Characteristics
- Balanced Language Instruction: At least 50% of instruction in all content areas is delivered in the target language to promote bilingualism and biliteracy.
- Program Duration: Programs span a minimum of six years, allowing sufficient time for language and academic development.
- Language Arts in Both Languages: Language arts instruction is provided in both languages, reinforcing literacy skills and overall academic proficiency.
Dual Language Schools in Nebraska
Lincoln
- Aventuras Preschool
- Connely International Academy
Fremont Public Schools
- Washington Elementary School
- Johnson Crossing Academic Center
- Fremont Middle School
Lexington Public Schools
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Bryan Elementary School
Schuyler Community Schools
- Schuyler Dual Language School
Omaha Catholic School Consortium
- Dual Language Academy Elementary School
Omaha Public Schools
- Beveridge Middle School
- Castelar Elementary School
- Crestridge Elementary School
- Gomez Elementary School
- Jackson Elementary School
- Liberty Elementary School
- Marrs Middle School
- Norris Middle School
- Omaha South Magnet High School
- Spring Lake Elementary School
Other Omaha Schools
- Friedel Jewish Academy
Nebraska Department of Education, Teaching and Learning, World Language Program, 2025.