Abstract
The purpose of the study was to identify the level of physical activity, Sleep Quality, Mental Health, and Academic Stress of students, To Examine the significant relationship of the variables, The variable that best predicts Academic Stress and What Model Best fits Academic Stress at selected public secondary schools of Makilala, Cotabato. The Path analysis was evaluated through an adapted and modified questionnaire, using a stratified random sampling. The research utilized descriptive statistics particularly mean and frequency count and simple regression and Pearson R correlation, Structural Equation Modeling. This study explores the intricate relationships between academic stress, physical activity, sleep quality, and mental health among public secondary students. Utilizing survey data, the study reveals moderate levels of academic stress attributed primarily to workload and perceived pressure. While students demonstrate modest engagement in physical activity and maintain healthy sleep habits, their mental health appears robust, with high levels of emotional well-being and coping mechanisms. However, individual levels of physical activity, sleep quality, or mental health do not directly impact academic stress within the group under study. Further research is recommended to delve into the complex interactions among these variables and refine the model's fit to the data. Collaboration among researchers, educators, and stakeholders is essential to validate findings and inform evidence-based interventions promoting student well-being.