Bayani ng Kabataan

The Filipino American Cultural & Social Justice School of San José

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Announcement

Dear Parents and Caregivers,

BNK is Back and Ready for 2025!

We’re excited to kick off the year with the launch of our inaugural BNK Spring Virtual Classes every Sunday morning for 6 weeks starting March 9! Registration ends on March 5 so register now to secure a spot!

If you have a child or know children interested in learning Filipino language, Philippine and Filipino American culture, history, community, and social justice, encourage them to enroll! Our virtual format allows us to reach communities that may not have access to this unique curriculum.

We are also pleased to announce the addition of a middle school class for 6th-8th grade!

Mark your calendars! Our 2025 events are open to all and start saving the dates and join us!

Help us spread the word by sharing with your friends, family, and community!

For more details email us at bnkfilamschoolsj@gmail.com.

Maraming salamat,

Ann Reginio, Dr. Tony Santa Ana, and BNK Team

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Kapwa

Adding to the embedded thread of humilty, humbleness, and trust

Bayanihan

Giving back to our community by paying it forward

Magalang

Respecting our Elders & Embracing Cultural Differences

BNK Virtual Spring Class Schedule

Learn more about Bayani ng Kabataan (BNK) below

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Kindergarten-2nd Grade

10:00 - 10:30 a.m.

FilAm/Philippine Studies

10:30 - 11:00 a.m.

Filipino Language Class

3rd-5th Grade

10:00 - 10:30 a.m.

Filipino Language Class

10:30 - 11:00 a.m.

FilAm/Philippine Studies

6th-8th Grade

8:30 - 9:00 a.m.

FilAm/Philippine Studies

9:00 - 10:30 a.m.

Filipino Language Class

Our Upcoming Events

Hello, BNK Families and Future Friends!

We are so excited to invite a very special community guest speaker to our virtual event with Mattel Barbie Creator, Carlyle Nuera! 🌟 He recently designed the stunning Filipina Barbie Signature – Sun Goddess, which was released in October 2024!

Join us on Sunday, April 6, from 10 AM to 11 AM during our Spring Online Program Class for an inspiring talk with Carlyle Nuera. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn about his journey as a designer and how he brought this beautiful Filipina Barbie to life!

✨ Who Can Attend?

Current and former BNK students

Families on our BNK Interest List

📩 RSVP is required! Email us at bnkfilamschoolsj@gmail.com to reserve your spot and receive the Zoom link for this exciting event.

We can’t wait to see you there! 💖✨

#bnkfilamschoolsj #filipinoamerican #filamchildren #filamschool #bayaningkabataan #childrenheroes #filameducation #k-8filamschool #elementaryagechildren #culturalschool #summervirtualprogram #filipinoschool #knowhistoryknowself #nohistorynoself #payitforward #nextgenerationfilams #filamyouth #proudfilipinx #carlylenuera #filipinabarbie #mattelbarbiecreator

TODAY IS THE LAST DAY TO REGISTER!

Bayani ng Kabataan (BNK)- The Filipino American Cultural and Social Justice School is back and ready for 2025!

We’re excited to kick off the year with the launch of our inaugural BNK Spring Virtual Classes every Sunday morning for 6 weeks starting March 9! Don’t sleep on this last day to register is March 5!

If you have a child or know children interested in learning Filipino language, Philippine and Filipino American culture, history, community, and social justice, encourage them to enroll! Our virtual format allows us to reach communities that may not have access to this unique curriculum.

Help us spread the word by sharing with your friends, family, and community!

For more details, visit www.bnkfilamschoolsj.com or email us at bnkfilamschoolsj@gmail.com.

#bnkfilamschoolsj #filipinoamerican #filamchildren #springprogram #filamschool #bayaningkabataan #childrenheroes #filameducation #k-6filamschool #elementaryagechildren #culturalschool #summervirtualprogram #filipinoschool #knowhistoryknowself #nohistorynoself #payitforward #nextgenerationfilams #filamyouth #proudfilipinx

Don’t forget to register for Bayani ng Kabataan’s Virtual Spring Program for youth K-8th grade!

For more information or to register visit our website at www.bnkfilamschoolsj.com

#bnkfilamschoolsj #filipinoamerican #filamchildren #filamschool #bayaningkabataan #childrenheroes #filameducation #k-8filamschool #elementaryagechildren #culturalschool #springvirtualprogram #filipinoschool #knowhistoryknowself #nohistorynoself #payitforward #nextgenerationfilams #filamyouth #proudfilipinx

Introducing our Bayani ng Kabataan Spring Virtual Program Team.

Filipino American and Philippine Studies Teacher

Ann Reginio (Tita Ann) is an educator, community organizer, and advocate for the preservation of Filipino culture, with over 15 years of experience in teaching and community engagement. She holds an MA in Educational Leadership and is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Educational Organizational Learning and Leadership at Seattle University.

As the founder and educator of Bayani ng Kabataan, a cultural and social justice school for Filipino American youth, and a National Trustee of the Filipino American National Historical Society (FANHS), Ann Reginio has made a lasting impact on her community. She co-founded Filipino Americans Coming Together San Jose (FACTsj) and founded FAHM Jam, while also playing a key role in establishing Delano Manongs Park, the first park in the United States dedicated to Filipino farmworkers. Her efforts to preserve and share Filipino American history extend to initiatives like the Pinoytown Tour SJ. Beyond her local contributions, Reginio is dedicated to global advocacy through projects like Lola Weavers, which supports elderly weavers in the Philippines, blending cultural preservation with social impact.

Filipino Language Teacher

Arrianne Navidad (Ate Anndee) (she/siya) is an educator and cultural steward who began teaching Filipino language and culture with Filipino Cultural School in 2017. While in undergrad, she was also a Tagalog teacher for children, teens, and parents with Tagalog Kids. At UCLA, she was a Sociology major and Education Studies minor and taught peers about the history of Filipino Cultural Nights. Since graduating, she earned her Master of Arts in Teaching at the University of San Francisco and has been a social studies teacher in Los Angeles. Currently, she is having a lot of fun teaching U.S. Government and Politics and Chicanx Studies.

Don’t forget to register for our Spring Virtual Program which is open for youth from K-8th Grade! Visit us at www.bnkfilamschoolsj.com.

#bnkfilamschoolsj #filipinokids #filamkids #filipinovirtualschool

HAPPY TO ANNOUNCE A NEW CLASS ADDED, we will have a MIDDLE SCHOOL class for 6th-8th grade!

Bayani ng Kabataan (BNK)- The Filipino American Cultural and Social Justice School is back and ready for 2025!

We’re excited to kick off the year with the launch of our inaugural BNK Spring Virtual Classes every Sunday morning for 6 weeks starting March 9! Don’t sleep on this last day to register is March 5!

If you have a child or know children interested in learning Filipino language, Philippine and Filipino American culture, history, community, and social justice, encourage them to enroll! Our virtual format allows us to reach communities that may not have access to this unique curriculum.

Mark your calendars! Our 2025 events are open to all and start saving the dates and join us!

Help us spread the word by sharing with your friends, family, and community!

For more details, visit www.bnkfilamschoolsj.com or email us at bnkfilamschoolsj@gmail.com.

#bnkfilamschoolsj #filipinoamerican #filamchildren #springprogram #filamschool #bayaningkabataan #childrenheroes #filameducation #k-6filamschool #elementaryagechildren #culturalschool #summervirtualprogram #filipinoschool #knowhistoryknowself #nohistorynoself #payitforward #nextgenerationfilams #filamyouth #proudfilipinx

Student Testimonials 💜

Attention children in kindergarten-6th grade join Bayani ng Kabataan! Last day for early bird registration prices is today for BNK’s Spring Virtual Program! Learn Filipino Language, Philippine and Filipino American culture and values, history, community, and more!

Register at www.bnkfilamschoolsj.com

#bnkfilamschoolsj #filipinoamerican #filamchildren #filamschool #bayaningkabataan #childrenheroes #filameducation #k-6filamschool #elementaryagechildren #culturalschool #summervirtualprogram #filipinoschool #knowhistoryknowself #nohistorynoself #payitforward #nextgenerationfilams #filamyouth #proudfilipinx

Early bird registration starts today and ends on Feb. 16!

Register for Bayani ng Kabataan’s (BNK) Inaugural Spring Virtual Program starting March 9-April 13 every Sunday at 10 am for six weeks for Kindergarten-6th Grade. Our virtual format allows us to reach communities that may not have access to this unique curriculum for our Filipino kids! 😊

Help us spread the word!

Secure a spot now as our classes fill up fast at www.bnkfilamschoolsj.com and link is in our bio.

#bnkfilamschoolsj #filipinoamerican #filamchildren #filamschool #bayaningkabataan #childrenheroes #filameducation #k-6filamschool #elementaryagechildren #culturalschool #summervirtualprogram #filipinoschool #knowhistoryknowself #nohistorynoself #payitforward #nextgenerationfilams #filamyouth #proudfilipinx

Bayani ng Kabataan (BNK)- The Filipino American Cultural and Social Justice School is back and ready for 2025!

We’re excited to kick off the year with the launch of our inaugural BNK Spring Virtual Classes every Sunday morning for 6 weeks starting March 9! Early bird registration opens on Monday, February 10, don’t miss out!

If you have a child or know children interested in learning Filipino language, Philippine and Filipino American culture, history, community, and social justice, encourage them to enroll! Our virtual format allows us to reach communities that may not have access to this unique curriculum.

Mark your calendars! Our 2025 events are open to all and start saving the dates and join us!

Help us spread the word by sharing with your friends, family, and community!

For more details, visit www.bnkfilamschoolsj.com or email us at bnkfilamschoolsj@gmail.com.

#bnkfilamschoolsj #filipinoamerican #filamchildren #springprogram #filamschool #bayaningkabataan #childrenheroes #filameducation #k-6filamschool #elementaryagechildren #culturalschool #summervirtualprogram #filipinoschool #knowhistoryknowself #nohistorynoself #payitforward #nextgenerationfilams #filamyouth #proudfilipinx

Hello BNK family!

Let’s come together to care for our community with a park clean-up at Delano’s Manong Park San Jose on Sunday, February 9, from 10 AM to 12 PM. Afterward, we’ll kick off the upcoming BNK Spring Online Classes (starting in March) with a fun-filled BNK picnic!

It’s a potluck, so bring your favorite dish to share for lunch. We’ll also enjoy games and storytime together.

Looking forward to seeing you there! Let’s make it a day to remember!

#bnkfilamschoolsj #filipinoamericanschool #culturalschool #delanomanongspark #delanomanongsparksanjose #sanjose

Kicking off Filipino American History Month (FAHM), Bayani ng Kabataan (BNK) held our Annual Family Picnic at Delano Manong’s Park, San Jose. From playing traditional Filipino Games, to learning how to make turon, and story time. The children enjoyed a full day being with the BNK community! We also want to welcome all of our new families! Looking forward to BNK programs in 2025 continue to follow us for upcoming announcements! If you have any inquiries please visit our school website at www.bnkfilamschoolsj.com or email us at bnkfilamschoolsj@gmail.com.

#bnkfilamschoolsj #bayaningkabataan #filipinoamericanschool #fahm2024 #filipinoamericankids #filam #galingngmgabata #sanjosefilipinos

Happy Filipino American History Month!

Follow FANHS National @fanhs_national to learn more about Filipino American History all throughout October!

#bnkfilamschoolsj #fahm2024 #fanhsnational

We would like to invite everyone, all past, current, and future BNK students and families to join us on Sunday, September 29 from 12-4 p.m. at Delano Manongs Park, San Jose (Address Gimelli Way, San Jose, CA 95133) for our Annual Bayani ng Kabataan Picnic. We will be kickin’ off Filipino American History Month with our BNK Community!

There will be multiple activities to do for the children. Bring a dish, appetizer, or dessert serving 20-25 people to add to our potluck! Attached is the flyer. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact us. Please RSVP by emailing us at bnkfilamschoolsj@gmail.com by Friday, July 27 if your family will be attending the picnic.

What to Bring:
Banigs/Blankets/Chairs
Sunscreen
Comfortable Shoes
Potluck Entree
Bring a small object from home that honors any family member that has passed. (We will be creating an Ancestors Altar)

This will also be a good time for you to reunite with our students, parents, and educators. You will also learn more about our BNK Programs for the upcoming year.

Best,
Tita Ann, Tito Tony, and the BNK Team

Please email us at bnkfilamschoolsj@gmail.com for any questions. See you there!!

#bnkfilamschoolofsj #dmpsanjose #delanomanongspark

Hey BNK community! We will be moving our Annual BNK picnic to Sunday, September 29 from 12-4 pm at Delano Manongs Park-San Jose. What a great way to kick off Filipino American History Month! Please email us at bnkfilamschoolsj@gmail.com for any questions. See you there!!

#bnkfilamschoolofsj #dmpsanjose #delanomanongspark

Dear Parents and Caregivers,

Thank you for your continued support with Bayani ng Kabataan and expressing interest in our summer programming this year. Unfortunately, due to unforeseen circumstances, our BNK Filipino American Cultural and Social Justice School programming will be postponed until 2025. Feel free to check out similar programs relatively nearby such as Raising Ancestors Summer Camp (Daly City) or Sama Sama Cooperative (East Bay).

To keep building our community, we plan to hold our Annual Summer BNK Family Picnic on Saturday, August 24, 2024 at Delano Manongs Park from 12-4 p.m. Keep your eye out for announcements on our IG account or website! We would love to see you our BNK kids and families. We look forward to bringing you more BNK classes in 2025!

Maraming salamat,
Ann Reginio, Dr. Tony Santa Ana, and BNK Team

During the last day of AANHPI Heritage Month, Tita Ann was asked by NBC Bay Area News to do a feature story about the work that she does for her Filipino American community. She is very proud to share all the beautiful things that BNK had brought to the youth! Some of you may even see other familiar faces in the new story! Salamat Tita Ann for everything that you do!

Who is ready for BNK this summer???? Remember first day of class is always the Saturday after 4th of July weekend! Look out for registration information soon! We are excited to make some fun announcements for our summer programming for 2024!

#nbcbayareanews #aanhpiheritagemonth #aanhpi
#bnkfilamschoolofsj #bnkfilamschoolsj #bayaningkabataan #titaann #educator #founder #communityorganizer #sanjose #filipinoamericanyouth #filipinoschool

On the last day of Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, NBC Bay Area News will be airing Tita Ann’s feature story today at 4:30 pm PT. Catch it as it airs today! For the past month she has been working on it and happy to share with my friends, family, and community. This is one of her most humblest experience and thank you to the NBC Bay Area News team especially Audrey Asistio for pitching her story and passion work! BNK is definitely a big part of the story. We will share the link once it is available. 💜💜

#aanhpiheritagemonth #nbcbayarea #passionwork #nbcbayareanews #heartwork

Check out Tita Ann as she was on NBC’s California Live show in honor of AANHPI Heritage Month talking about Lola Weavers, one of her many passion projects. Here Tita Ann shares her heart work helping our Lolas and elderly from the Tinguian tribe’s weaving community of Abra, Philippines. Here Tita Ann helps them with their everyday life and preserving their work of art.

#aanhpiheritagemonth #californialive #bnkfilamschoolsj #nbcuniversal #nbcbayarea #lolaweavers

Unveiling of the Pinoytown Mural in San Jose’s Japantown yesterday! (Corner of Sixth and Jackson St)

Two years in the making and trying to push through plans of a mural project in San Jose. We are happy to say that we finally found a home to paint the story of Filipino Americans in SJ! Unfortunately, murals that represented us (FilAms in SJ) was painted on or diminished from city property. 🥹😞 So here we are again decades later making a mark back into our city that our contributions as Filipinos in San Jose started in the early 1900s. Since then, it had paved waves for generations and generations of families who call San Jose their home! This mural has now opened doors for other opportunities uplifting our FilAm artists and history through future art installations! 💜 This is for you San Jose and mga bata! Thanks to all of our BNK families and students who supported this mural celebration!

Maraming SALAMAT to the community who wholeheartedly came to the unveiling, to the muralists Ana Bones and Jordan Gabriel, to the Pinoytown SJ Mural Committee, FANHS-Santa Clara Valley, Kogura Family and Company, Japantown Neighborhood and Businesses, Councilman Omar Torres, and FACTsj we could have not done it, if y’all didn’t believe in the project! 😊

#fanhs #fanhsscv #pinoytownsj #pinoytownsanjose #pinoytownmuralunveiling #sanjosefilams #representationmatters #markyourcity #bnkfilamschoolsj

Our Second Annual Pinoytown Holiday Festival hosted by FACE and FACTsj was featured on NBC Bay Area News on Christmas Eve! Thank you for highlighting our event in the South Bay and giving back to our community during the holidays!

#pinoytownholidayfestival #pinoytownsj #face #factsj #secondannualholidayfestival #nbcbayareanews

Embracing the artistry of Filipino parol making! 🌟✨ Crafting these vibrant lanterns is a cherished tradition that lights up our homes during the holiday season. Let creativity shine and traditions flourish!

Join us on December 15th from 6:30-8:30pm at the Filipino Community Center for a festive tradition of parol making! Let's illuminate the night with creativity! 🌟✨ #ParolMakingWorkshop #FilipinoTraditions #HolidayCrafts

On October 18, 1587, the first documented people of Asian descent set foot in what is now known as the United States. Here is a story from our BNK student Myles about his first visit to Morro Bay, CA.

“I had mixed emotions in visiting Morro Bay, the land where the first Filipinos arrived in the U.S. It was exciting to celebrate this history because I was proud that they were strong and resilient enough to make it all this way. At the same time was sad because they were under Spanish rule and were forced into working difficult jobs. Overall, I’m glad that we were able to go as a family and that my little sister experienced it too.”

-Myles F., 6th Grade

This is the reason why October is celebrated as Filipino American History Month!

📸: Camille Llanes-Fontanilla and Jeanne Gillette

#fahm2023 #bnkfilamschoolofsj #fanhs #fanhsnational #fanhsscv #filipinoamericanhistorymonth #morrobayca #filamkids🇵🇭🇺🇸

We are so proud of our BNK student Lana, who did a presentation for her class in honor of Filipino American History Month! Here she is sharing Herstory. 🇵🇭 🇺🇸

We love to see our students take their learnings from BNK and teach others. It’s so beautiful to witness!

#FAHM2023 #bnkfilamschoolsj #filipinoamerican #filamchildren #filamschool #bayaningkabataan #childrenheroes #filameducation #k-6filamschool #elementaryagechildren #culturalschool #summervirtualprogram #filipinoschool #knowhistoryknowself #nohistorynoself #payitforward #nextgenerationfilams #filamyouth #proudfilipinx

TOMORROW AT THE BERRYESSA PUBLIC LIBRARY!

Join us for a special author visit: Michelle Sterling, acclaimed author of the beloved books, “A Sweet New Year for Ren,” “When Lola Visits,” and her latest “Maribel's Year”. She hopes to teach attendees the importance of accepting and finding value in oneself, being kind and forgiving, the healing power of hope, and the unbreakable family bonds that connect us all.

Recommended for grades K-5, but families are welcome with adult supervision.

Tickets will be available at the Information Desk at 3:00 PM. The first 50 participants to arrive and get a ticket will be admitted.

Safety Guidelines will continue to be updated on this page.

To request an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act for library-sponsored events, please call 408-808-2355 or email Accessibility@sjlibrary.org at least three business days prior to the event.

Suitable for:Kids, ages 5-10
Young Children, ages 0-5
Type:Books & Authors
Language:English

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BNK kicking off Filipino American History Month at the FiIipino American Educators Association of California (FAEAC) this past weekend. We presented “Planting Seeds for Future Generations, Building Cultural Schools” we hope that our participants walked out inspired and hoping to build schools in their own communities.

#faeacconference2023 #bnkfilamschoolofsj #workshop #FAHM2023

Happy Filipino American History Month from BNK!!

#filipinoamericanarthistorymonth #fahm2023

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!!

✨In honor of Filipino American History Month (FAHM), FANHS-SCV will be hosting our annual Pinoytown SJ Historical Walking Tours. Come and learn about San Jose’s earliest Filipino American community that once thrived in the early 1930s through the 1950s. Our spots are limited so tickets go fast. The tour is also free but we are always open to donations to continue these tours for our community. ✨

To RSVP: Copy this link on your browser or check our bio for the registration link.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pinoytown-sj-historical-walking-tours-for-fahm-tickets-726605766407

#fanhs #fanhsscv #pinoytowntoursj #historicwalkingtour #sanjose #sanjosefilipinohistory #filamhistorymonth🇵🇭🇺🇸 #historicsanjose #sixthstreet #japantownsj #fanhsnational #filipinoamericanexperience

Come learn Filipino American history in this virtual class.

#Repost @fanhs_national
For #FilipinoAmericanHistoryMonth, FANHS National is offering a free virtual Filipino American History 101 Class!

Hosted by our own Auntie Dorothy and journalist Emil Guillermo via zoom and the FANHS Now platform, there will be dozens of speakers discussing Filipino American History.

Day 1 will cover 1898-1946, while Day 2 will cover 1946 until the present day.

Register at www.tinyurl.com/FilAmHistory101!

#FAHM2023 #FAHM #FilipinoAmericanHistory

San Jose Public Library’s California Room in collaboration with local historian Robert Ragsac, proudly presents Pinoytown Rising: Filipino Americans in Santa Clara Valley.

The Pinoytown Rising Exhibit will be from September 8-November 30. The exhibit focuses on the "First Wave" Filipinos who immigrated to the U.S. and settled in the Santa Clara Valley during the first half of the 20th century. Many worked in agriculture and settled in San José's "Pinoytown," an area nestled between Heinlenville Chinatown and Japantown. Attendees can expect a rich display of artifacts, historical photographs, traditional clothing, uniforms, and various materials generously loaned by the descendants of these pioneer families.

The California Room is located on the 5th floor of the MLK Jr. library.

#pinoytownsj #sanjoseFilAms #fanhsscv #fanhsnational #pinoytown #sanjosepubliclibrary #californiaroom #sjpl #pinoytownrisingexhibit

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Myles had a transformative experience in BNK’s inaugural class. His identity was affirmed; he saw himself in the stories, curriculum and experiences of his peers, which is different from typical school year experience. He learned about our Filipino symbols, language, arts and foods, which made him proud of where he comes from and our people. We look forward to being a part of the BNK family for years to come

- Myles' Parents (Ryan & Camille Fontanilla)

The Filipino American Cultural & Social Justice School of San José

Meet Our Students

Aaron's Video on Barongs Made from Piña

Mateo, Dante, & Ayla Rap Pt.2

Bahay Kubo K-1

"Creating a Caring Community" Kai and Cruz

Mateo and Dante's BNK Rap

Zaiden's Tagalog Skills

Ivan's Personal Reflection

Announcement

Our School's Shared Values

Kapwa

Bayanihan

Magalang

BNK Virtual Spring Class Schedule

Kindergarten-2nd Grade

3rd-5th Grade

6th-8th Grade

Our Upcoming Events

Digital Tools We Use

What Are We Doing This Week?

My Dream Came True! ~Tita Ann

What Parents Say

Contact Us

The Filipino American Cultural & Social Justice School of San José

Meet Our Students

Aaron's Video on Barongs Made from Piña

Mateo, Dante, & Ayla Rap Pt.2

Bahay Kubo K-1

"Creating a Caring Community" Kai and Cruz

Mateo and Dante's BNK Rap

Zaiden's Tagalog Skills

Ivan's Personal Reflection

Announcement

Our School's Shared Values

Kapwa

Bayanihan

Magalang

BNK Virtual Spring Class Schedule

Kindergarten-2nd Grade

3rd-5th Grade

6th-8th Grade

Our Upcoming Events

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Digital Tools We Use

What Are We Doing This Week?

My Dream Came True! ~Tita Ann

What Parents Say

Contact Us