Episodes 30
Avg. Duration 31m
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Apple Rating 5.0 (9)
Since Nov 2020
Latest Episode Dec 2025

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About This Podcast

The Manhattan Beach Education Foundation is a community driven fundraising organization, which supplements state funding for programs that inspire learning, enrich teaching, and promote innovation and academic excellence in the public schools of Manhattan Beach. We partner with MBUSD to ensure that we are meeting the priorities of district leadership, educators and parents to provide students with an excellent education from kindergarten through graduation. The global pandemic has made educating students more challenging – there are concerns about the loss of learning to the social emotional health of our youth. We recognize the entire community, especially parents, are seeking information and we are determined to keep you in the know. Join Dan Hellie, local parent and sports announcer, as he sits down with members of our community who are instrumental in the success of our Manhattan Beach schools and community. In each podcast, Dan will address important information, concerns, and updates about the issues impacting our schools and students.

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Recent Episodes

Class Size Reduction: What It Represents in Our Classrooms

Dec 17, 2025 23m

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

Nov 20, 2025 11m

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

Sep 25, 2025 25m

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

Aug 15, 2025 39m

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

Apr 09, 2025 34m

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

Jan 14, 2025 44m

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

Feb 05, 2024 38m

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

Nov 14, 2023 35m

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

Oct 11, 2023 42m

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

May 05, 2023 30m

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

Mar 20, 2023 50m

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

Mar 06, 2023 36m

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

Feb 06, 2023 31m

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

Dec 12, 2022 27m

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

Nov 14, 2022 26m

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

Oct 31, 2022 1h 2m

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

Oct 13, 2022 41m

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

Apr 30, 2022 30m

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

Feb 11, 2022 14m

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

Dec 10, 2021 53m

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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In the Know is currently active with new episodes every 2 months. Average episode length is 31m.

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