Kayce Fuhriman
5th Grade Magnet Teacher
Kayce received her Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from the University of Idaho; however, she has taken more classes at Boise State, so she diplomatically roots for Ohio State and stays out of the UI/BSU rivalry! She has taught the 5th grade for 10 years, and still loves every minute of it. Kayce was honored as Teacher of the Year in 2002-2003. Kayce has four married sons and 12 of the cutest grandchildren in the universe--five live in Ohio and seven live in Boise. She loves to ride her bike on the Green Belt, go for long walks, and read. Her yard usually looks like she needs to buy a goat, but her garden grows blackberries, raspberries, grapes, and whatever else she feels in the mood for in May when she plants!

Julie Summers
5th Grade Teacher
Julie Summers is a native Idahoan who attended schools in both Nampa and Boise, with a brief stint in Detroit, Michigan. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Boise State University in 1990. Julie has taught for 17 years in the Meridian School District. She is married to a fellow teacher, Jock Summers, who teaches 4th grade at Mary McPherson Elementary. They have 3 beautiful girls, Kara - age 11, Kendal - age 7 and Kristen - age 5. Julie enjoys reading, word games, shopping, and hanging out with her husband and kids.
“I opened Ponderosa Elementary 5 years ago and look forward to opening up Paramount Elementary. It is such a powerful process to watch a new community form with the students, parents, and staff. I am excited to help develop the traditions and events that will become part of the culture of Paramount.”

Lee Fischer
5th Grade
Lee grew up in Colorado and Wyoming. He received his Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from the University of Idaho and his Master's degree in Educational Technology from Lesley University. Lee has taught in the Meridian School District for nine years, one year teaching 3rd grade and seven years teaching 5th grade at Chaparral Elementary. Lee was honored as Teacher of the Year in 2001-2002. He also spent one year working for the Albertson's Foundation teaching educators how to integrate technology into their classrooms.
“Teaching 5th grade has been a great experience.  I enjoy teaching the concepts in many different ways to make sure students are learning and being challenged.  When I'm not teaching, I enjoy camping and hunting, being involved in sports, and participating in different events and activities around the area.”