Type Of Business:
Public School
Expertise:
Ms. Barnette's expertise includes educational administration, data-driven instruction and special education.
Major Product/SVS:
Education
Favorite Business Publication:
Educational Leadership
Hobbies/Sports:
Participating in Church Activities, Attending the Theater, Singing at Church, Traveling
Education Degrees:
Pursuing Doctoral Degree, North Central University, Phoenix, AZ; Coursework in Community Development, Alliance Theological Seminary (1986); Coursework, Alliance Theological Seminary, Urban Ministry (1985); Coursework in Christian Education, Mt. Carmel Baptist Church (1983-1985); Coursework in Christian Education, Progressive National Baptist Convention (1981-1985); Master of Science in Special Education, Brooklyn College, Brooklyn, NY (1980); Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education, Brooklyn College, Brooklyn, NY (1974)
Affiliations Awards:
Brooklyn Reading Council; Council of School Supervisors & Administrators; Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development
Country of Origin:
North Carolina
Work History:
Assistant Principal, P.S. 91 (2003-Present); District Administrator of Special Education, District 17 (2001-(2003); Interim Acting Principal, M.S. 2 (1999-2001); Director of Mary McLeod Bethune Academy, M.S. 394 (1998-1999); Assistant Principal, M.S. 61 (1996-1998); Supervisor of Special Education, M.S. 61, P.S. 6, P.S.289 (1993-1996); Acting Supervisor of Special Education, I.S. 61 (1992-1993); Supervisor of Special Education, P.S. 191 (1992); Acting Assistant Principal of Communication Arts, I.S. 320 (1990-1992); Staff Developer Specialist, I.S. 320 (1989-1990); Supervisor of Special Education, I.S. 320 (1986-1989); Crisis Intervention Teacher, I.S. 320 (1985-1986); Classroom Teacher, I.S. 320 (1981-1985)
How would you like to be remembered by your peers?:
Ms. Barnette hopes to be remembered as a compassionate and dedicated person who wants to make a difference in the lives of others.
If you could solve one problem in the world today, what would it be?:
If she could solve one problem in the world today, Ms. Barnette would address that of homelessness, and provide more help for children with special needs and those who have been abused.
If you could have lunch with anyone, dead or alive, who would it be and why?:
If she could have lunch with anyone, Ms. Barnette would choose to dine with her late mother, Hadgeline, whom she feels has always been her inspiration.
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The most gratifying aspect of her career is seeing her students succeed.
Charity:
Minister, Mount Carmel Baptist Church; The Salvation Army
Number Of Years In Profession:
28
Number Of Years In Current Position:
7
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her patience and hard work.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession because she wanted to educate children.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Barnette was raised within a family of 14 which included three sets of twins; she has become the only educator in the family.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Supervising, Assessing Student Progression, Writing Quality Review Reports
Education Certifications:
Licensed Supervisor of Special Education Programs (1992); Licensed Principal, Day Elementary Schools (1991); Licensed Assistant Principal of Special Education Schools (1991); Certification in School District Administration (1989); Licensed Assistant Principal of Elementary, Intermediate and Junior High Schools (1986); Licensed Teacher of the Emotionally Handicapped (1981); Certification in Public School Special Education (1981); Certification, Public School Nursery, K-6 (1974)
Awards/Honors:
Honoree, Mount Carmel Baptist Church; Honoree, Local Police Department; Honoree, The Native Black American Woman Inc.