PHILIPPINE CONSULATE GRACES ANNUAL FLORES DE MAYO CELEBRATION AT BESSIE CARMICHAEL SCHOOL – FILIPINO EDUCATION CENTER
The Philippine Consulate General and the Philippine Department of Tourism (DOT) Office in San Francisco attended the annual Flores de Mayo celebration organized by the Bessie Carmichael School on 16 May 2025 (San Francisco PCG photo)
San Francisco, California – The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco attended the annual Flores de Mayo celebration at Bessie Carmichael School-Filipino Education Center on 16 May 2025.
Students from kindergarten through middle school showcased a variety of traditional Filipino folk dances, including Kapa Malong, Tiruray, Sua Ku Sua, Subli, Pukol, Singkil, Kulintang, and the ever-popular Tinikling. A middle school student group also captivated the audience with a heartfelt rendition of the Filipino song “Buwan” by Juan Karlos.
Students from kindergarten through middle school showcased a variety of traditional Filipino folk dances. (San Francisco PCG photo)
Senior Lola delighted the audience with their traditional Filipino dance presentation (San Francisco PCG photo)
The multicultural celebration of flowers in May is the school’s culminating activity, honoring both Asian and Spanish traditions. This vibrant event which includes students, school staff, and parents has become an integral part of the broader Asian heritage street celebration in FEC. The Flores de Mayo celebration is a symbol of Filipino pride, unity, and commitment to preserving and sharing the country’s cultural legacy.
The Consulate commended and thanked Ms. Charitylynn Ramilo and other school officials for their consistent efforts in fostering a deeper understanding of Filipino culture and heritage among the students of the Filipino Education Center (FEC). (San Francisco PCG photo)