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Mariana Dale
What I cover
I explore and explain the forces that shape how and what kids learn from kindergarten to high school. Our K-12 education system has not always provided each child the same opportunities to succeed, but I believe all kids have the capacity to learn and find a meaningful place in the world.
My background
I started at LAist in 2019 as the early childhood reporter where I quickly realized that what we think of as education starts well before a kid steps into a classroom. Health, access to child care and nutritious food are a few of the many factors that shape young people’s lives. My reporting on the disparities in maternal mortality taught me that inequity can lead to deadly outcomes but also that there is a groundswell of community support pushing to change harmful systems.
I grew up in Arizona, where among other things, I reported on education, saguaro cactus and questions from people like you. I’m proud to mentor emerging journalists through Next Gen Radio and various education programs.
My reporting has earned a national Edward R. Murrow award, Hillman Prize and accolades from the L.A. Press Club and the Online News Association.
My goals
I want to help families navigate their child’s education, explore the challenges that prevent schools from creating an environment where all students can learn and highlight solutions.
Best way to reach me
I love to hear questions and ideas for stories about schools and the opportunities in our community for children to learn and grow. You can reach out by email at mdale@laist.com.
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Applications for the district’s magnet, dual-language and affiliated charter schools are due by Nov. 6.
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The Laguna Beach Unified School District is asking voters to approve a $83 million bond through property taxes.
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The Temple City Unified School District is asking voters to approve a $146 million bond through property taxes.
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The Glendora Unified School District is asking voters to approve a $86 million bond through a new property tax.
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The Claremont Unified School District is asking voters to approve a $77 million bond through property taxes.
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The Charter Oak Unified School District is asking voters to approve a $75 million bond through increased property taxes.
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The El Rancho Unified School District is asking voters to approve a $118 million bond through increased property taxes.
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The Valle Lindo School District, which comprises two South El Monte Schools, is asking voters to approve a $9.2 million bond through increased property taxes.
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The Keppel Union School District is asking voters to approve a $27 million bond through increased property taxes.
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The Hawthorne School District is asking voters to approve a $110 million bond through increased property taxes.
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The Bellflower school district is asking voters to approve a $135 million bond to pay for renovations and repairs through increased property taxes.
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The Inglewood school district is asking voters to approve a $396 million bond through increased property taxes.
