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La Union National High School: A Rich History of Excellence

La Union National High School, originally named San Fernando High School, opened its doors on January 19, 1903, to fifty-five students. It was the first secondary school established in La Union during the administration of Señor Joaquin Ortega, the first civil governor of the province. In its early years, classes were held in buildings made of stone.

The first teachers at the school were American soldiers, later replaced by the Thomasites, a group of American educators sent to the Philippines to help develop the educational system. The first school principal was Mr. J. W. Johnson. By 1914, Filipino teachers were appointed, though the administration remained under American leadership. It wasn’t until 1923 that Cecilio Putong became the first Filipino principal to take charge of the school.

In 1924, under the leadership of Principal Gabino Tabunar, the school’s student publication, La Union TAB, was founded, making it the second oldest high school newspaper in the country. During World War II, classes were suspended from 1943 to 1945, as the school buildings were repurposed as the provincial garrison of the Japanese Imperial Army. After the war, La Union High School relocated to Bacnotan, along with the provincial government. In 1948, classes resumed, leading to the establishment of two new schools: North Provincial High School in Bacnotan and South Provincial High School in Agoo.

In 1977, La Union High School was nationalized, officially becoming La Union National High School. Over the years, the school has consistently adapted to the changing needs of its students and the times. In 1979, the school introduced the Special Science Stream, now known as Special Science, for students with exceptional skills in science and mathematics. It also began offering evening classes to accommodate working students, with a five-year high school program that ran from 5:00 to 9:00 PM daily and all day Saturday. In 1998, the Special Education High School was opened to provide a learning environment for students with special needs. A year later, the school launched the Sports Class Program, giving sports-minded students the opportunity to pursue their athletic interests without compromising their academic studies.

In response to the needs of diverse learners, the school introduced the Easy and Affordable Education (EASE) program, allowing students to complete their coursework through modules at home if they were unable to attend classes regularly.

Today, La Union National High School continues to serve its community with six distinct curricula: Regular, Special, Science, Evening, Sports, and EASE. As it celebrates its centennial milestone, the school reflects on its rich history and enduring commitment to providing quality education for the people of La Union. Having withstood the test of time, it remains a pillar of learning, fostering growth and opportunity for all its students, regardless of background or circumstance.