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Mexican Ambassador Donates Spanish Textbooks to Berlin Primary School

Boosting bilingual education with new Spanish resources at Lemgo Primary School

July 08th, 2024
Yevheniia Symakova, News from Berlin
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On June 30, the Mexican Ambassador to Germany, Francisco Quiroga, delivered a collection of Spanish-language textbooks to Lemgo Primary School in Berlin. This donation is part of a broader initiative by the Institute for Mexicans Abroad (SRE) and the National Commission of Free Textbooks (Conaliteg) from the Mexican Ministry of Public Education (SEP).

Lemgo Primary School, one of three public bilingual Spanish-German schools in Berlin, serves approximately 300 students of Hispanic American descent. These students are expected to benefit from the new educational resources, which aim to improve their bilingual proficiency and cultural awareness.

The donation goes beyond providing books; it represents an effort to preserve and acknowledge cultural heritage. In today’s globalized world, bilingual education equips students with valuable skills for future cross-cultural communication and understanding.

Expanding on the program’s impact, the collaboration between SRE and Conaliteg emphasizes the importance of cultural diplomacy in education. By distributing free textbooks, they ensure that language and cultural education are accessible to all, regardless of economic background.

Moreover, this initiative aligns with broader educational trends emphasizing the importance of multilingualism. Studies have shown that bilingual education can enhance cognitive abilities, improve academic performance and increase cultural empathy among students. In Berlin, a city known for its cultural diversity, such programs are especially pertinent.

In conclusion, the donation of Spanish textbooks to Lemgo Primary School by Ambassador Francisco Quiroga contributes to fostering a multicultural and multilingual educational environment. It highlights the role of cultural heritage in educating young minds and preparing them for a globalized future. As students at Lemgo Primary School begin to use these resources, they are learning a language and connecting with a part of their identity and history.

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