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Class Size Reduction: What It Represents in Our Classrooms
In this episode, In the Know podcast host and MBEF Board Member Ellen Padnos learns more about how MBEF's funding to reduce class size impacts teaching and learning from MBUSD's Director of…
The Landscape of Charitable Giving
In this episode, In the Know podcast host and MBEF Board Member Ellen Padnos breaks down practical strategies to help you maximize your impact in a changing charitable landscape—especially with new…
Inside Transitional Kindergarten (TK) - Where Curiosity Lays the Foundation for Early Learning
Learn more about the state's investment in Transitional Kindergarten and how the important intersection of play and discovery is laying the foundation for our earliest learners. Assistant…
Back to Costa with Principal Huynh
As students return to campus, there’s a renewed sense of excitement, energy, and possibility in the air. Dr. Jennifer Huynh joins us to share her vision for the year ahead, the priorities for…
Get In the Know on College Admissions Tests with Adam Ingersoll
The particulars around college admissions tests keep changing – what does it mean for your student? Host Ellen Padnos sits down again with Adam Ingersoll, co-founder of the internationally recognized…
Navigating Potential Dangers of the Digital World
In this episode host Ellen Padnos is joined by someone who’s been on the front lines of keeping children safe online: Julie Cordua, CEO of Thorn. Thorn is an innovative technology nonprofit dedicated…
At the Heart of Exceptional Education - Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment
At the center of high-quality education is the focus on student-centered learning – meeting the needs of students where they are in the learning process and cultivating an environment where that…
The College and Career Center - the Hub for Navigating the Future for Every Costa Student
All Mira Costa families have access to critical help in navigating the college admissions process and other post-graduation pathways through the College and Career Center (CCC) at Mira Costa High…
Perspectives on MBEF
What does the Manhattan Beach Education Foundation mean to our community, our educators, and most importantly, our students? Host Ellen Padnos takes a trip to our neighborhood schools to talk with…
MBEF’s 40th Anniversary -1983 to 2023
This year marks the 40th anniversary of the Manhattan Beach Education Foundation - it also marks a total of $100 million of directed funding to enrich our public schools with programs that elevate…
Get In the Know on Adversity with MBUSD Counseling Intern Steve Walker
Learning to face adversity and transform a challenge into motivation is a lesson that benefits us at any age. In this episode, host Ellen Padnos sits down with MBUSD Counseling Intern, Steve Walker,…
Get In The Know on College Admissions Testing with Adam Ingersoll of Compass
The college admissions process can be daunting – especially with the ever-changing landscape of admissions testing. Host Ellen Padnos learns how students and their families can best navigate college…
Districtwide STEM TOSA Tanya Sanchez
MBEF supports a position to build connection and synergy in STEM between all TK-12 school programs in the district. Teacher on Special Assignment Tanya Sanchez brings a wealth of teaching experience…
MBMS Music Instructor Denise Haslop
Host Ellen Padnos takes a deep dive into the MBUSD music program in a three-part series focused on the band, orchestra and choir during the festive holiday season. In this first episode, she sits…
South Bay Community Coalition Against Hate
The recent rise in hate crimes and incidents that have posed a threat to the safety and civility of South Bay neighborhoods and beyond is driving our local community to create an open dialogue around…
Fentanyl and other Dangerous Drugs with Dr. Alice Kuo and Dr. Ian Kramer
Fentanyl. It's prevalence as the next parental concern has hit us like a ton of bricks. But what is fentanyl? How is it different than any other dangerous substance? And how can we help protect our…
The Role of the Elected School Board Trustee
Democracy in the United States is largely built upon citizen oversight in local government. Governing a community’s public school system is entrusted to locally elected school board members, who help…
MBUSD’s Priority of Maximizing Student Success with Dr. Irene Gonzalez-Castillo
Host Ellen Padnos sits down with the MBUSD Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services, Dr. Irene Gonzalez-Castillo, to talk about the district focus on academic excellence. The Board of…
MB Citizens for Schools with Hilary Mahan, Michael Sinclair and Wysh Weinstein
In this episode, host Ellen Padnos sits down with three parent advocates - MBEF's Hilary Mahan, Grand View's Legislative Rep Michael Sinclair and DAC President Wysh Weinstein. Last month, a group of…
Student Wellness with School Psychologist Janet Allen
In this episode, host Ellen Padnos talks with Mira Costa High School Psychologist, Janet Allen, about her role in supporting the needs of our high school students. Ms. Allen has focused on the well…
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In the Know has published 30 episodes since November 2020, covering topics in Education.
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