What does Batas Gabaldon mean?

Answer 1

It literally means "Children of Gabaldon" - Philippine legislator Isauro Gabaldón (1875-1942) helped build hundreds of elementary schools in his country between 1907 and 1916, during the American occupation. These historic structures are still known as "Gabaldons."

Answer 2

Batas Gabaldon refers to a law in the Philippines enacted in 1907, which aimed to promote the construction of public schools in the country. The law provided funding for the establishment of primary schools in every municipality, particularly in rural areas. It was named after Isauro Gabaldon, a Filipino politician who sponsored the bill in the Philippine Commission.