SENTRO RIZAL D.C. CELEBRATES 6TH ANNIVERSARY WITH EAP SCHOOL PARTNERS

PRESS RELEASE
WDC-46-2024
19 June 2024
Embassy Press and Information Section
info@phembassy-us.org

WASHINGTON D.C. – Celebrating the Sentro Rizal’s sixth anniversary and the conclusion of this year’s Embassy Adoption Program, the Sentro Rizal D.C. hosted students from two different classes and grade levels from DC Public Schools at the Philippine Embassy in Washington, D.C. The Embassy first welcomed a fifth-grade partner class from Malcolm X Elementary School, followed by its inaugural sixth-grade partner class from Hart Middle School. The students conducted their capstone presentations at the Embassy on June 6 and June 10, 2024, respectively.

The fifth graders from Malcolm X Elementary School proudly showcased their learning over the past three sessions with the Embassy through an acrostic poem using the country’s name “PHILIPPINES.” Each letter highlighted a different aspect of the country, demonstrating the depth and breadth of their new knowledge on Philippine culture, tourism, and more.

As a token of their appreciation, the students also created a handmade collage and a video presentation depicting their favorite moments from their EAP journey with the Embassy. 

Meanwhile, the sixth grade students from Hart Middle School presented on a unique fact about the Philippines that resonated with them the most. These individual presentations highlighted diverse aspects of Filipino culture, geography, and history, showcasing the students’ engagement and enthusiasm for their learning experience.

During the classroom sessions earlier in the year, Sentro Rizal D.C. brought the students to the Philippines through visual presentations about the country’s geography, culture, traditions, language, and history. The students learned how to make a parol, or Filipino Christmas lanterns, and how to write their names in Baybayin – the ancient Filipino script. 

For its final session at the embassy, the Sentro Rizal D.C. dedicated the discussion to exploring the functions of the Philippine Embassy and the vital role of diplomats, and future opportunities in foreign service.The students also had the chance to taste delicious Filipino merienda and beverages. 

The EAP, a partnership between DCPS and Washington Performing Arts, exposes students to global perspectives through direct interactions with embassies and global entities.  

The Philippine Embassy and Sentro Rizal D.C. are consistent partners of the EAP and eagerly anticipate participating in the program next school year.

See related articles:

https://philippineembassy-dc.org/sentro-rizal-dc-shares-the-filipino-holiday-spirit-with-eap-partner/

https://philippineembassy-dc.org/sentro-rizal-dc-celebrates-national-arts-month-with-eap-partner/

https://philippineembassy-dc.org/embassy-adoption-program-students-learn-about-philippine-tourism-and-climate-change/ 

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