Hello! I am Ms. Ortiz, and I am a fourth year teacher excited to teach for my third year at Carmody Middle School! I am originally from Kansas, but I moved to Colorado in 2016 for college. I graduated in 2021 from the University of Denver with a BFA in Studio Art and a Masters in Education. I love learning new art techniques, using art as a form of self-expression, and practicing creative problem solving. When I am not teaching or creating artwork, I love to go thrift shopping, exercise, go to the farmer's market, and spend time outdoors. I look forward to creating artwork with you!!