Ms. Ortiz

Hello!

I'm Mariana Ortiz. I am entering my seventh year of teaching this year, and it is my first year at River Islands High School. I am excited to be part of the Riptide Community! I received my Bachelor of Arts degree in English with minors in Gender Studies, Psychology, and the Teaching Professions in 2020 from the University of the Pacific. I am receiving my Master's Degree in English from Ohio University this August!

Outside of the classroom, I enjoy reading, listening to Taylor Swift, going to Disneyland, attending concerts, and going on trips to the East Coast to visit my best friend and nieces. 

I am looking forward to a wonderful 2026-2027 school year!