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History
Candon National High School (CNHS) is a public secondary school located in Candon City, Ilocos Sur, catering to students in Grades 7-12. Recognized by the Department of Education (DepEd), CNHS offers both Academic and Technical-Vocational-Livelihood (TVL) strands, including STEM, ABM, HUMSS, and ICT, for its senior high school program.

The school was established in 1949 on a 4-hectare lot in Barrio Bagani, donated by several generous families: Mr. & Mrs. Atanacio Adolor, Mr. & Mrs. Felio Escobar, and Mr. & Mrs. Mariano Ronquillo, with the help of Mayor Samonte and other municipal officials. Additional donations came from war veterans and government employees, with some land portions exchanged from government properties. The initial building was constructed using materials from demolished Japanese barracks in Suyo, Ilocos Sur, thanks to the collaborative efforts of municipal officials and local residents. About 300 people worked together in the spirit of Bayanihan to prepare the farmland for the school’s construction. The connecting dike walk between the school and the highway was completed in one hour. The building was made of wood, bamboo, and galvanized iron sheets, with wooden flooring elevated 1.5 meters from the ground.

In 1963, the school was renamed Samonte Memorial High School in honor of its founder, although it retained the name CPHS due to the need for Congressional approval to officially change the name of a public school. In 1975, CPHS became CNHS through Presidential Decree 711 or 911, marking a significant achievement for the school as it began receiving funding from the National Budget.

With increased enrollment, the school expanded its structures, facilities, and staff. The school acquired additional farmland between the gate and the National Highway, increasing its area to 40,072 square meters.

CNHS students have become increasingly competitive, winning various awards. Notable achievements include first prize for the Lunch Counter in a regional contest, first place for the Herbary Garden in a division-wide contest, and gold medals for student delegates at the national Press Conference.

Marching Band


Candon National High School's Marching band has succeeded in 2010 Until 2019, Getting the Champion Title on 2012 to 2013 and having the First Place on 2019. Their Interval is based on pure festival theme & has gave them a rhythmic pattern to the marching band.