Kristyn Palazzolo

Kristyn Palazzolo is an accomplished education professional with significant experience in coalition-building, strategic advocacy, and advancing bipartisan education policy. Currently serving as the Senior Manager of Operations and previously as Coalition Engagement Manager at Code.org, Kristyn excels in large-scale recruitment and stakeholder engagement for national advocacy efforts. With a history of enhancing computer science education, particularly among Native American and Indigenous communities, Kristyn has held various roles within Code.org and Digital Promise, focusing on program management, professional learning, and educator engagement. A dedicated educator with a background in library media and teaching, Kristyn possesses a Master’s Degree in School Librarian/School Library Media Specialist from the University of Rhode Island and a Bachelor of Applied Science in Elementary Education from the College of Charleston.