Mariana Dale
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. How can schools create an environment where all students can learn? How do families navigate their child’s education amid life’s other challenges?
I started at LAist in 2019. My time on the early childhood beat helped me understand just how many factors shape kids’ lives, from health to child care access.
I grew up in Arizona where, among other things, I reported on education, saguaro cactus, and questions from people like you. My stories on the state’s 2018 teacher strike contributed to a national Edward R. Murrow award.
I want to hear from parents, educators, and students about what’s happening in their schools — the successes and challenges.
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Whether you’re a nostalgic adult or looking for a screen-free hobby for your child, here are a few places to learn the Pokémon trading card game. -
To continue making the teaching profession more accessible to candidates from historically excluded groups, experts provide recommendations for policymakers at the state and federal level. -
The annual Pokémon World Championships is the top tier of competition for video- and card game-players and an exhibition, shopping extravaganza and reunion for fans. -
Despite widespread concerns about immigration enforcement, Los Angeles Unified students returned to class today, eager to get to see their friends and favorite teachers again. -
Los programas magnet comenzaron como una estrategia para eliminar la separación entre estudiantes. Y ahora puede sentirse la competencia. -
More than 4,000 people have been arrested across the region since June and it’s still unclear how the threat of detention may impact whether students show up to school and if they do, what type of support they might need. -
School buses drive to and from about 90% of Los Angeles Unified schools, but less than 10% of students are onboard. -
A teenage student with disabilities was handcuffed by federal agents Monday while accompanying another student for registration. -
The district is collaborating with law enforcement, labor leaders and local elected leaders to get the word out that students will be safe at school. -
The second largest school district in the country reports that 67% of its 1,300 school buses rely on non-diesel fuels, including propane, natural gas and electricity.
