After a week-long wellness break, students returned to class on Monday, November 3, 2025, ready to resume their studies at Mangaldan National High School.

Friends Liza Amador and Winshell Ruyeras said they were excited to see their classmates and focus on their lessons again.

“Nakapagpahinga na po kaya makapag-focus na sa study ngayon,” Amador said.

“Okay naman na nasa school na ulit, makapag-aral na,” Ruyeras added.

However, some students like Mary Ann Viado admitted the short break felt too brief.

“Kulang po ang bakasyon, hindi pa masyado nakatulog pero papasok na po,” Viado said.

According to Mangaldan National High School principal Eduardo Castillo, the first day back saw strong attendance during the flag ceremony.

“’Yung attendance natin sa flag ceremony marami ang nag-attend talaga,” he said.

As the third quarter begins, school officials hope students with low grades will be able to catch up through ongoing remedial classes.