Maghaway National High School

This is the official page of Maghaway National High School. This page is managed by the fac The enrollment has increased exponentially as years go by.

Maghaway is one of the component barangays located in the outlying area of Talisay City, Cebu. Local villagers believed that before the Spanish era, the most common enemy of the Sri Vijayan settlers were the Moro pirates. At the first site of the Moro vintas, coastal inhabitants would flee to the mountains of Talisay. This was where their elders would call "Anhi ta Makigaway ug Mag-away". Through

the years, the word evolved into its present name, Maghaway. In the 1980s, the "kalibunan" or wilderness area leading to the barangay from Lawaan became notorious as "the killing fields" of Talisay. The area of tall cogon grasses and papaya trees were used as a dumping ground for victims of summary ex*****on by the New People's Army (NPA) and elements of the Philippine National Police. In the 1990s, this area was purchased by Communities Philippines for their large Tierra Grande subdivision. This district is known to be plagued by social ills and atrocities. Access to education is difficult for local villagers since the nearest school is in Lawaan which is kilometers away. The travel was risky and long for young students to walk since public roads were not yet built and transportation was not available. Due to the ever increasing demand for education in the locality, the Talisay City Division Officials incepted Maghaway National High School as an extension school of Lawaan National High School in 2003. In the following year, the school became autonomous and it started to carve its own identity in the whole Talisay City. Year after year, structures and facilities are built through public-private partnerships. Numerous stakeholders in the private sector have given their generous support to the school in building the classrooms, comfort rooms, stage, laboratories, and other facilities. The present stature of Maghaway National High School is the product of the collaborative effort and initiative of the whole educative community. To date, it is serving more than 410 regular students with 15 teachers. The school is one of the identified catchment school for the senior high school program. The Maghaway NHS Official School Seal embodies the ideals and aspirations of the educative community aligned to the vision-mission of the Department of Education. The emblems inscribed in the school seal is rich with symbolism and meaning. The community was left with the remnants of its gruesome history. As a former field of violence, the need for gradual social reconstruction is apparent. This significant change is believed to be the key towards building a more humane and just society. The students are deemed to no longer perpetuate the undesirable tradition and culture passed down by the generations. It is for this reason that the central symbol of Maghaway National High School is the SCHOOL which espouses the word QUALITY. This quality refers to the substance of character and competence that will enable the students to realize their maximum potentials. Students are honed with the necessary knowledge skills, and values which will help him develop in all known dimensions. The open BOOK on top of the school means openness to learn and to change for the better. It is guided by the torch of enlightenment which serves as the guide towards all our undertakings. The FLAME that burns brightly symbolizes the complete eradication of our ignorance. Ignorance hinders one to achieve their dreams and aspirations in life. The JAVA PLUM (Lomboy) is the dominant terrestrial tree available in the vicinity of the school. This is a constant reminder that in all human endeavors, one must not forget to live in harmony with nature. The school strives to conserve the clean and green environment conducive for intellectual pursuits. The school values the preservation of these natural resources. It aims to maintain the serenity and peace that nature provides for the students to take advantage of. The Philippine National FLAG can be found on the other side. It preserves the nationalistic ideals of our heroic forefathers who sacrificed their lives for us to enjoy the freedom of education. Amidst all these is the fact that the school will face a lot of challenges towards achieving quality education. The rain coming from the nimbus CLOUDS symbolizes the hardships and difficulties that one faces. One should be courageous enough to face these challenges in order to achieve quality education. Rain or shine, we all have to aspire to reach our dreams in life. Therefore, quality learning shall take place across all weather conditions.

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23/12/2025

Maghaway National High School proudly congratulates our very own researchers, Mrs. Roselyn V. Corres, Mrs. Edenbeth L. Subaldo, and Mrs. Brigette C. Sabroso, for being awarded Best Group Presenter (non-BERF 2025). Their action research, entitled Enhancing Culinary Skills Through Home-Based E-Cooking Pamphlets, was recognized during the SDO Talisay Research Summit on December 22, 2025, at Hotel Fortuna.

This achievement was made possible through the mentorship of our Research Coordinator, Dr. Jess C. Garma, and the constant encouragement of our School Head, Dr. Vilma B. Mantua.

Thank you for bringing honor to our school! Keep soaring!

To God Be the Glory!

14/12/2025

Happy Birthday to Mr. Demi Crison M. Abellana! Cheers to another good life and more success in life!

Happy Birthday!

14/12/2025

Maghaway NHS Congratulates Mrs. Rochelle B. Generalao in her International Research Publication.Generalao, R. B., & Galigao, R. P. (2025). Effectiveness of self-directed learning strategies in teaching reading comprehension skills among grade 10 students. International Journal of Research Studies in Education,14(17), 47-59.
https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrse.2025.25296

08/12/2025

Welcome to Maghaway National High School ADM Learning Pathway, is where every educational journey is valued. We cultivate an environment where learning grows through every conversation and every connection. Through our inclusive Learning Pathway, which embraces the Alternative Delivery Mode of Learning, we actively welcome, involve, and nurture our students, ensuring their education continues dynamically and meaningfully beyond the traditional classroom setting.

Your Education delivered - always the Maghawayan way!

To God Be the Glory!

08/12/2025

Happy Birthday to Mr. Orvil Cromwell R. Palmero! Cheers to another year of success and growth! The day is all yours—have fun!

Happy Birthday!

04/12/2025

Maghaway National High School JHS students and faculty joined the NDEP: Life Skills Symposium - Workshop conducted by the CSWDO and BKD officers of Talisay City.

This collaboration brings us together to empower students with the skills and knowledge to make positive choices for a brighter future.”

Thank you CSWDO and BKD officers for your time and effort to conduct the Life Skills Symposium.

Congratulations as well to Mr. Jehan M. Caban̈ero, NDEP Coordinator of Maghaway NHS for successfully facilitating the two separate Drug Awareness Symposiums for today.

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04/12/2025

Maghaway National High School SHS students and faculty joined forces with the Barangay Maghaway LGU and other stakeholders on Nov 4, 2025, for an Anti-Drug Awareness Symposium with the theme “Empowering Youth: Choices Today, Futures Tomorrow."

This collaboration paves the way in strengthening our shared commitment to guiding learners toward positive life choices to secure a successful future.

01/12/2025

MAGHAWAY National High School, officially commence its observance of Drug Abuse Prevention and Control (DAPC) Week today December 1, 2025, with a formal ceremony held this morning. The commencement event centered around a powerful and unifying "Pledge of Commitment to be Drug Free."

The opening program, attended by the entire student body, faculty, and administration, marked the beginning of a week dedicated to intensified awareness, education, and community action against substance abuse. By hosting the pledge on the official opening day, MNHS emphasized that a drug-free environment is the foundational commitment of the school year.

01/12/2025

MAGHAWAY NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL, joins the world to commemorate the World AIDS Day 2025, with the theme, "Overcoming disruption, transforming the AIDS response", calling for sustained political leadership, international cooperation, and human-rights-based approaches to end AIDS by 2030.

After decades of progress, the HIV response stands at a crossroads. Life-saving services are being disrupted, and many communities face heightened risks and vulnerabilities. Yet amid these challenges, hope endures in the determination, resilience, and innovation of communities who strive to end AIDS. - WHO

Support the Adolescent Reproductive Health Program strategies in schools and in the community.

29/11/2025

Maghaway National High School joins the Psychological First Aid for Educator Empowering Oneself for Better Understanding and Recovery from Anxiety and Other Critical Incidents conducted by the ComArts Training Center.

Thank you for the oppurtunity❤️

28/11/2025

Happy Birthday Sir Mcdawn O. Generalao! Wishing you the very best on your special day. Hope this another year of celebrating life brings you joy and success.

Happy Birthday!

13/11/2025

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