Dennis Magdua Paigalan
I’m a Resident Advisor and Co-Teacher at Galena Interior Learning Academy (GILA), where I have the privilege of supporting students both in the classroom and in their everyday dorm life. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Philosophy and a Master of Arts in Education with a specialization in Social Science Teaching. Before coming to GILA, I served as an instructor at the university level and co-authored two academic books: Readings in Philippine History and General Ethics. I am currently pursuing my Ph.D. in Educational Leadership, deepening my understanding of how schools can build strong cultures of learning and care. Beyond academics, I am also an advocate for Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WaSH) initiatives and a proud member of the German WaSH Network, promoting health, sustainability, and community empowerment. Outside of work, my favorite role is being dad to my daughter, Samantha, who loves asking big, thoughtful philosophical questions that remind me why I love both education and life’s deeper reflections.