Educator. Xóchitl Angélica Palomino y Contreras gained recognition as the author of the literary text titled "Toque de Bandera," which initially lacked lyrics. This piece was traditionally performed at various civic events and became a regular part of Monday ceremonies in all public schools across Mexico. Born to Major Mariano Palomino Villaseñor and educator Magdalena Contreras Millán, Xóchitl demonstrated a strong inclination towards education from an early age. Her educational journey began with enrollment at the "Mateana S. de Aveleyra" Kindergarten, and she later attended the "Madame Curie" Primary School. Later, she pursued secondary education at the institution affiliated with the National School for Teachers from 1944 to 1946. In 1947, Xóchitl enrolled in the National School for Teachers, where she received training as a Primary Education Teacher, graduating with honors in 1950. Expanding her academic pursuits, she specialized in Psychology at the Faculty of Philosophy and Letters of UNAM in 1950 and 1951. Additionally, she earned a degree in Pedagogy with a focus on Didactics and Organization at the Normal Superior School of Mexico between 1965 and 1968. Demonstrating her dedication to professional excellence, she was appointed as the supervisor of Preschool Education Teacher Training Schools throughout Mexico by the Undersecretary of Primary and Normal Education in 1972. Xóchitl is associated with creating the "Toque de Bandera," a patriotic anthem that she immortalized. Drawing inspiration from her upbringing as the daughter of a military officer and her active participation in military civic ceremonies, she added lyrics to an existing martial tune from 1934, then known simply as "Bandera." Submitted to the General Directorate of Preschool Education in 1956, this musical composition received approval from the Ministry of National Defense for mandatory inclusion in preschools, primary schools, secondary schools, special schools, and teacher training schools. The impact of the "Toque de Bandera" is evident in its resonance with millions of Mexicans and its incorporation into school books and texts published by the National Commission of Free Textbooks.