Hello, Raptors!  My name is Kim Palermo, and I am so excited to be a part of the wonderful Rice Elementary community as a literacy interventionist!!  I am happy to say that this is my third year here at Rice.  I love teaching all about reading and spelling words because words open your world.  Please know I am here to support you as you grow as readers and learners.  I look forward to getting to know each of you.  

Let me tell you a little bit about myself.  I have spent the majority of my life in Arizona and six years in Indiana.  My husband and I made the move to beautiful Northern Colorado in the summer of 2022, and we absolutely love it here.  I received my Bachelor's and Master's degrees from Northern Arizona University (Go Jacks!).  This is my 28th year as an educator.  Throughout my career, I have enjoyed teaching students from several different grade levels, including second and third grades.  This is my eleventh year as a literacy interventionist.  One of my favorite parts about my role is watching my students' confidence blossom as their skills grow!

My husband John and I have two grown daughters.  Ryann is a registered nurse in Chandler, Arizona, and she loves working on the neuro telemetry floor at a hospital.  Kara is currently pursuing a career as an opera singer.  I'm always happy when they find time in their busy schedules to come and visit us!  In my free time, I love to travel, read, and explore all the beautiful places around Colorado.