Science Discovery
Team
Our Inspiring Education Team
Stacey Beveridge
Now in her 18th year with Science Discovery, Stacey holds a BS in Education from Eastern Michigan University and a California teaching credential. Over her career, she has led more than 5,000 in-class, virtual, and field trip programs, earning glowing reviews across all grade levels. In addition to teaching, Stacey edits educational video content and manages scheduling for over 1,500 programs annually. Outside of work, she is an avid 10K runner and loves cheering on her son, Bodhi, at his roller hockey games.
Dana Dragon
As a certified Divemaster with a BS in Marine Science from Florida Gulf Coast University, Dana’s passion for ocean conservation goes far below the surface. She brings first-hand underwater expertise to the classroom, inspiring students to protect our waterways by tackling marine debris and plastic pollution. Dana is constantly expanding her impact and is currently completing an Environmental Education Certificate to bring even more dynamic learning experiences to the Science Discovery team.
MIA ALONSO
Mia brings a strong passion for environmental science and hands-on learning to the Science Discovery team. She holds a Bachelor of Science from U.C. Santa Cruz and a Master of Science in Environmental Sciences & Management from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. During her time at Cal Poly, Mia taught watershed labs and guided student field trips. Today, she loves sharing her deep knowledge and enthusiasm for environmental science with students across all grade levels.
Lauryn Le
Lauryn holds a B.S. in Biology (Zoology concentration) from Cal Poly Pomona and an M.S. in Conservation and Restoration Sciences from UC Irvine. During her master’s program, she led the Desert Wildlife Internship at Anza-Borrego, mentoring underserved high school students in hands-on field science. Lauryn brings a rich background—spanning everything from laboratory research to outdoor education—to create engaging, meaningful learning experiences for every classroom she visits, primarily serving our education programs throughout unincorporated South Santa Barbara County.
Dean Thompson
Dean has over 35 years of experience teaching environmental education along the central coast of California. He received his B.S. in Natural Resources Management from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. Dean shares a wealth of experience and enthusiasm with his education team members and teaches all solid waste, recycling, and composting programs. In 2012 he was presented with the Howard Bell Award for Outstanding Contribution in the field of Environmental Education by the Association of Environmental and Outdoor Educators. In 2019 Dean was recognized by the Kern County Superintendent of Schools by receiving the Outstanding Service to Education Award. Dean has a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential.
Mason Christian
Mason holds a B.S. in Biology from CSU Bakersfield, where he conducted independent research focused on stream nutrient pollution prevention. Driven by a deep passion for nature conservation, he previously taught as an environmental educator on Catalina Island. Following a fantastic first year delivering interactive classroom programs at Science Discovery, Mason looks forward to continuing to inspire and connect with students across our local schools.
Kate Campagne
Kate’s passion for environmental science was shaped during her time at UC Santa Barbara, where she earned her B.A. in Environmental Studies while working as an outdoor educator. Teaching at Goleta’s North Campus Open Space, she guided students through real-world explorations of salt marshes, local geology, native species, and wetland ecology. Kate brings that same outdoor energy and hands-on discovery straight to our local schools.
Mike Di Milo
Michael di Milo founded Science Discovery in 1998, bringing over 25 years of experience and passion to environmental education. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Natural Resources Management from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. While Mike stepped away from day-to-day operations in early 2026, he remains very much a part of the Science Discovery family, serving as an ongoing consultant for special initiatives, program development, and guest speaking. With decades of industry leadership, Mike continues to be an invaluable wealth of knowledge for all things K-12 environmental education and regulatory compliance. When he isn't offering his expertise, Mike enjoys riding his motorcycle and watching his favorite ice hockey team.
Our Inspiring Regulatory Compliance Team
Nicole Yerena
Nicole leads our Regulatory Compliance team. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Earth Sciences from UC Santa Cruz. Highly organized and deeply passionate about environmental stewardship, Nicole thrives on helping local businesses successfully navigate and implement recycling and composting programs. On the weekends, you can find her exploring the Central Coast and collecting unique rocks for her personal collection.
Tanya Amaro
Tanya Amaro holds a B.A. in Environmental Studies from CSU Monterey Bay, with a concentration in Science for Sustainable Communities. She joined Science Discovery’s regulatory compliance team as a Compliance Coordinator II in 2024, bringing years of prior compliance and customer service experience from GreenWaste Recovery. Beyond her core regulatory work, Tanya plays a key role in translating company materials and leading bilingual outreach, including multi-family food waste diversion presentations for the City of Santa Maria.
Karina Curiel
Karina Curiel holds a B.S. in Environmental Management and Protection from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. She began her career as a wildlife biologist at Oceano Dunes SVRA, monitoring special-status species and coastal dune ecology. Joining Science Discovery in 2025 as a Compliance Coordinator II, Karina pivoted her field expertise into waste management and regulatory compliance. Today, she assists jurisdictions across South San Luis Obispo County, specializing in guiding local restaurants through SB 1383 mandates and establishing successful food waste diversion programs.
Demi Giro
Demi Giro serves as a Compliance Coordinator at Science Discovery, bringing strong leadership experience and enthusiasm for community engagement. In her role, she leads and coordinates the Recycling Ambassadors volunteer program. Driven by a passion for people, Demi empowers volunteer teams to inspire community members and drive lasting, positive environmental change across large-scale county events.