Biography
Mari was born and raised in Mexico and moved to California 20 years ago. She earned a bachelor's degree in childhood education and currently works at Franklin Elementary School as a special education paraeducator. Maria enjoys working and teaching students, and believes music helps children learn and is a great way of expression.
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