I am Leslie Ortiz, the new 11th-grade Assistant Principal at Gorton High School. This is my first year as an assistant principal, and I am eager to learn and share best instructional practices. I am also looking forward to being part of the school's culture, as school culture is a critical component of a successful school.

I taught in New York City public schools for 12 years. My background is in History and Special education. I earned my Bachelor of Arts in History and a Minor in Secondary Education from Lehman College. I continued my education at Lehman and pursued a Master of Science in Special Education Generalist. Lastly, I obtained a Master of Science in School Leadership at the College of St. Rose.

I am excited to begin this new journey at Gorton and look forward to collaborating and building lasting relationships with Staff, Students, and Parents.