My name is Kristin Barnes. I began teaching in The Albany City School District in 1991. I worked for 11 years and then resigned to stay at home and raise my 3 children. I returned to the district in the fall of 2015. I spend my mornings teaching Health Education at Hackett Middle School and my afternoons teaching Health Education at Myers Middle School. Originally I did not like the idea of being in 2 different schools, but now I love it! During my drive, I am able to re-set my focus and get a little bit of fresh air!
I love teaching Health! Educators need to lead by example . In my free time I enjoy Yoga, running, walking, hiking, and reading. My "happy place" is on a paddleboard in the middle of Lake George. My 3 children keep me very busy attending their various games; (volleyball, basketball, baseball and Lacrosse) and I love every minute of it!
I believe that middle school students are the perfect age to really understand how important it is to begin taking care of yourself early in life. My goal is for students to begin to become advocates for their personal health. The middle school curriculum emphasizes learning/perfecting life skills. I emphasize that students should always strive for their personal best in all aspects of health; body, mind and spirit, while at the same time having some fun along the way!
I love teaching Health! Educators need to lead by example . In my free time I enjoy Yoga, running, walking, hiking, and reading. My "happy place" is on a paddleboard in the middle of Lake George. My 3 children keep me very busy attending their various games; (volleyball, basketball, baseball and Lacrosse) and I love every minute of it!
I believe that middle school students are the perfect age to really understand how important it is to begin taking care of yourself early in life. My goal is for students to begin to become advocates for their personal health. The middle school curriculum emphasizes learning/perfecting life skills. I emphasize that students should always strive for their personal best in all aspects of health; body, mind and spirit, while at the same time having some fun along the way!