Science and Social Studies

I was born in Monterrey, Nuevo León, México and graduated from Preparatoria Humberto Lobo, Universidad de Monterrey. After a few months of exploration in Europe, I decided to find a way to study in the US. I worked as a cook, server, hostess, and receptionist to begin my studies at Austin Community College and later transfer to St. Edward’s University, in Austin, Texas. I obtained my Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and graduated Summa Cum Laude and Outstanding Student of the Year. I went back to Europe for a year to study some more International Relations at Institut de hautes études internationales et du développement, in Geneva, Switzerland, where I also completed a very interesting internship at the Permanent Mission of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela to the United Nations Office and other International Organization. I worked as a translator in various organizations, including the Houston Independent School District, where I learned of their Alternative Certification Program for teachers. After a few years, I decided to be brave and study yet another year to become a certified bilingual teacher. So here I am! I love school, languages, and the wonderful community of Burnet Elementary, where my daughter is also a Dual Language student.

Spanish Language Arts

Spanish Language Arts

I am Betty Orta, Burnet’s third grade Spanish teacher.  I was born in Mexico but raised here in Houston.  I attended Park Place Elementary, The Chinquapin School, and St. Edward’s University before becoming a teacher.  I’ve taught for twenty years in two different schools, Crespo and Burnet. I have a son, Andres, who is currently attending Texas Tech in Lubbock. 

I am a true  believer that anything is possible with hard work and determination.  Teaching students to love reading, math and writing is always a challenge. But, it’s those lifelong lessons that will help shape the happy citizens of tomorrow that I most cherish.  I’m looking forward to a successful and fun, academic year.  I can’t wait to meet you!  

English Language Arts