Suzanne Wheeler-Del Piccolo taught at the preschool through 4th grade level for 10 years, served as the Basalt Elementary School principal for 22 years, and worked as an Educational Specialist in English Language Development and Special Education in the Roaring Fork School District for a year. In 2021, she retired from public education after 32 years of service and joined the Raising A Reader team as the Executive Director to pursue her passion for early literacy learning. Throughout her career, her mission has been to ensure that all children have the skills needed to thrive now and in the future. In her spare time, Suzanne loves playing tennis, skiing, hiking, reading, and hanging out with family and friends.