Language Program
Language classes
Continue your Ponca language learning journey and join us for class in-person and online via Zoom.
Mondays | Noon-12:30 pm
Online via Zoom
Tuesdays | 9:00-10:00 am
Online via Zoom
Tuesdays | 6:30-8:00 pm
Online via Zoom – In Person: 5701 S 85th Street | Omaha, NE
Wednesdays | Noon-12:30 pm
Online via Zoom
Thursdays | 9:00 am-10:00 am
Online via Zoom
Thursdays | 5:00 pm-6:30 pm
Online via Zoom – In person: 2523 Woodbine Street | Niobrara, NE
Ponca Language
Ponca is a Siouan language spoken by the Omaha (Umo⁽ho⁽) people of Nebraska and the Ponca (P'ą́'k'a) people of Oklahoma and Nebraska. The two dialects differ minimally but are considered distinct languages by their speakers.
Today is cold.
The weather is cool today.
It’s snowing.
It’s foggy.
It’s windy.
It’s humid.
It’s warm.
It’s cloudy.
It’s very hot.
It’s raining.
Activities
Explore hands-on resources and activities that help you learn about Ponca language, family, and culture. Discover meaningful ways to connect with and preserve our heritage.
Language Flash Cards
Greetings and Introductions
Counting in Simple Sentences
Form
Foods
Form
Body Parts
Form
Family Tree
Family Tree
PDF Download a PDF of a blank family tree to start making your family record.