Hello NES Falcon families! My name is Yanira Ortiz and this is my 11th year teaching at Northside Elementary School. I previously taught PreK for 6 years, and this is currently my 5th year teaching Kindergarten. I have enjoyed it thoroughly, and I love being a Northside Falcon!

I received my Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood and Special Education from Middle Georgia State College and my Master's degree in Early Childhood Education from Georgia Southwestern State University.

My husband and I are parents to our wonderful 6 year old sweet boy, and a sweet 1 year old baby girl. Being a mom is one of my favorite things. :)

I am here to serve you and OUR children, and I will do everything in my power to help mold them into successful and school loving children!