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 childcare 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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Los Nietos School District is asking voters to approve a $28.5 million bond through increased property taxes. -
The Paramount Unified School District is asking voters to approve a $190 million bond through increased property taxes.
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The Hermosa Beach City School is asking voters to approve a $28.7 million bond through property taxes.
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The Lancaster School District is asking voters to approve a $122.1 million bond through increased property taxes.
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The Snowline Joint Unified School District is asking voters to approve a $70.6 million bond through increased property taxes.
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The Pasadena Unified School District is asking voters to approve a $900 million bond through increased property taxes.
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Grace Ortiz y Karla Griego compiten para reemplazar a la presidenta saliente de la Junta del LAUSD, Jackie Goldberg. La ganadora representará a un distrito de forma curiosa que se extiende desde el sudeste hasta el noreste de Los Ángeles.
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Dan Chang is running against incumbent Scott Schmerelson to represent the West San Fernando Valley and Studio City on the LAUSD School Board.
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Kahllid Al-Alim y Sherlett Hendy Newbill compiten para reemplazar a George McKenna y representar a los vecindarios de Mid-City, Crenshaw, Arlington Heights y Westmont de Los Ángeles en la junta del Distrito Unificado de Los Ángeles.
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The Pomona Unified School District is asking voters to approve a $385 million bond through increased property taxes.
