04/10/2026
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Amidst the rapid spread of information and misinformation, the ability to question, verify, and critically examine information remains essentialโ especially among the youth.
Last Wednesday, September 30, 2026, the Melchora Aquino High School hosted the โUsap Tayo, Bayan Muna: For the Youth. For the Truth. For the Country.โ With the theme of โNasyonalismo sa Puso ng Kabataang Pilipinoโ at their Multi-purpose court, highlighting the importance of media and information literacy, critical thinking, and being a responsible Filipino.
Undersecretary Claire Castro served as the resource speaker, sharing valuable insights that encouraged students to become critical thinkers, responsible, and discerning consumers of information, particularly in understanding national issues and distinguishing truth from misinformation.
USEC. mentioned three things to remain the Filipino Pride: โMaging Pilipino sa isip, sa salita, at sa gawaโ that marks the pride of the Filipinos. She spoke about the West Philippine Sea, Pax Silica, and most especially, about distinguishing fake news.
The program served as a reminder that being a responsible citizen begins with the pursuit of truthโfor when the youth learn to question, verify, and think critically, they become better prepared to take part in shaping the nation.