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Ortega, Jennifer

photo of Jennifer Ortega

Email: Jennifer.Ortega@pisd.edu

Phone: (469) 752-3519

Qualifications: BFA - University of North Texas Visual Art Studies ESL Certification

Jennifer Ortega

Art Teacher

Welcome to J. L. Thomas Elementary Art! 

My name is Mrs. Jennifer Ortega. I teach Kindergarten through 5th grade students once a week for 50 minutes. Your child will use various mediums like paint, chalk, colored pencil, oil pastel, clay, and even digital technology to create artwork. Art is about understanding yourself, making connections to each other, and seeing the beauty in the world. 

In spring of 2002, I graduated from the University of North Texas with a degree in Visual Art Studies, and I started teaching at J. L. Thomas Elementary in the fall. My husband and I have two wonderful children, Jayla and JJ, and a beautiful Sheltie named Onyx. I spend most of my free time creating artwork, including photography, glass fusing, mosaic, and digital designs. I believe every child is an artist…..a bit of creativity from each child will shine to make the world a better place.

I can't wait to see what your artist creates this year!

 

Parents, did you know you can review your child's instructional materials and instructional plans? In accordance with Texas Senate Bill 12, we're making it easier than ever to stay informed!

·         A copy of my instructional plan is available on the district website at https://www.pisd.edu/students-families-a6/instructionalplans

·         You can review many of the digital instructional materials used in class directly through your student's digital webdesk. If you'd like to review additional materials or tests after they've been administered, please contact me.