We advocate for the ideals of prosperity, democracy, civility, and harmony, which embody the bright prospects of China's great cause with its distinctive characteristics. It is an inspiring and uplifting set of values and ideals that can unite the wisdom and strength of hundreds of millions of people. We uphold freedom, equality, justice, and the rule of law, respecting the pioneering spirit of the people and safeguarding their rights and the right to equal development, responding to the voices and demands of the people. We promote patriotism, dedication, integrity, and friendliness, which are the fundamental requirements for individual values and personal ethics.

"Patriotism is the deepest feeling for one's own country that has been fixed for thousands of years," said Lenin. We should love our country with sincerity. Our motherland is like our mother, and it is only natural to love our mother. Patriotism is not just empty talk; it requires practical actions to prove it. We should take the revitalization of China as our responsibility and consciously contribute to our motherland. As middle school students, we may not have the ability to do great things, but even in small matters, we can demonstrate our patriotism. When raising the national flag, we should gaze at it with respect and love as it slowly rises. This is also an expression of our love for our country. Singing the national anthem loudly is also a natural expression of our respect and love for our country.

As middle school students, our task is to study. For us, "dedication" means striving to learn and work hard. Only through learning can we arm ourselves with knowledge and become capable individuals who can contribute to society.

Throughout history, there have been countless famous sayings and quotations about integrity. "A gentleman's word is as weighty as a thousand horses; once lost, it is hard to recover" and "Without integrity, what dignity remains?" Each of these quotes reminds us to be honest. Speaking of this, I can't help but ask all of you: Have you ever cheated on an exam? Have you copied someone else's homework? Have you returned borrowed items to others? Have you broken promises made to others? "Life cannot blossom into splendid flowers from lies." Integrity is the foundation of morality and a moral tradition that has been passed down for thousands of years in human society. Every story illustrates the importance of integrity. If we can all treat others sincerely, reducing suspicion and increasing openness, trust, and friendliness between people, then our country will become even stronger.

Friendliness is the basic principle for handling interpersonal relationships and a fundamental moral standard for citizens. Being kind to others is the moral cultivation that every citizen should possess. We should treat others with kindness, respect each other, care for one another, be filial to our parents at home, respect our teachers at school, get along with our classmates in a friendly and harmonious manner, and society, respect the elderly, and love the young. We may be friendly to our family and friends, to our teachers and classmates, but not necessarily to strangers. However, as the saying goes, "All under heaven are brothers." The word "friendliness" implies that we should extend it to others as well.

As citizens of the People's Republic of China and as the youth of the new era, we are not only the rising sun of our country but also the hope for its future. Therefore, we must strive to practice the core socialist values and adhere to the civic virtues of "patriotism, dedication, integrity, and friendliness." These four words are like a measuring ruler, constantly regulating our words and actions. They are like a guiding light, illuminating the direction of our progress.

Let us start practicing the core socialist values now, starting from the present and the little things.