Freddy Ortega

Then: Fossil Ridge High School, Class of 2001

Now: Fossil Ridge High School, ESL Social Studies Teacher and Football Coach

"Fossil Ridge is home to me. My parents still live in the house I grew up in, and my family and I currently live in the Panther Feeder Pattern. When Fossil Ridge first opened, I was attending Fossil Hill Middle School and there was palpable excitement among students, especially athletes. We couldn't wait to make a name for ourselves as Panthers and we stood at the beginning of our own traditions. I jumped at the opportunity to return as a teacher and coach. I even met my wife teaching at Fossil Ridge – it will forever be my home. My wish is to give back to the community which so positively influenced my life."

Keller ISD Campuses Attended: Parkview Elementary, Park Glen Intermediate (pre-CTIS), Chisholm Trail Intermediate, Fossil Hill Middle, and Fossil Ridge High School