Bryan Barnard retiring after 28 years with MCS
Bryan Barnard. Courtesy photo.
submitted by Katie Altherr, Riverside Intermediate, Office Secretary
Manchester Community Schools is proudly honoring five longtime staff members whose combined 154 years of service have left a lasting impact on the district and community. This year’s retirees include Mrs. Laura Neal, Mrs. Karin Villarreal, Mr. Bryan Barnard, Mr. Ron Tindall, and Mr. John Wilkins. Last week Karin Villarreal reflected on her journey, this week Bryan Barnard has:
I started working at Manchester in June of 1993 as a summer migrant teacher and continued doing that for 8 summers.
I taught sixth grade for 10 years. I started out teaching all subjects, and then just Language Arts when we departmentalized. I taught fifth grade Language Arts and Social Studies for two years. And I taught young 5’s through 6th grade Physical Education for 16 years.
I coached Football for 14 years, Basketball for 20 years, and Baseball for 2 years.
I grew up in Manchester and graduated in 1989, then went to Albion College from 1989-1993, where I majored in Elementary Education/Physical Education and played Baseball.
I want to thank my teaching mentor Curt Fielder who showed me the ropes and helped me understand so many things they don’t teach you in college. I want to thank Wes Gall, another mentor that coached me in high school, took me on a college visit to Albion, and later helped me through the coaching ranks as Manchester’s Athletic Director.
I was very fortunate to teach with my wife Irene for over 25 years. It was amazing to share ideas and learn from each other.
I want to thank my parents Ed and Bonnie Barnard for all the love and support. Their example of work ethic and dedication is second to none.
I also want to thank all the amazing students, parents, and colleagues that I have had the privilege to work with over the past 33 years. It has been a wonderful career!
Good luck, Bryan with your next adventure!
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