Vice President Sara Duterte — Photo from Inday Sara Duterte FB page
MANILA, Philippines — On World Teachers’ day, Vice President Sara Duterte encouraged teachers to remain strong and unwavering.
Duterte, the concurrent Education Secretary, told teachers that she recognized the sacrifices that teachers make. She remarked how teachers often went above and beyond.
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“I want to take this opportunity to encourage all of you to be Matatag. Matatag means being resilient, strong, and unyielding in the face of challenges and obstacles. It means having the unwavering determination to overcome any adversity that comes your way. As teachers, being Matatag is of utmost importance, for it is through your strength and resilience that you can inspire and empower your students to be their best selves,” said Duterte in a speech in Butuan City, Agusan del Norte.
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“Matagag” means firm in English, but it also a play on the Department of Education’s new education curriculum.
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“When you stand tall in the face of difficulties, you become a beacon of strength for your students. Your unyielding commitment to their education and well-being creates an environment of stability and encouragement, allowing them to thrive academically and personally,” said Duterte.