“Allow me to plant a seed and watch it grow. Allow the sun to nourish it and breathe its vapor. Allow the rain to purify the land and stimulate it's growth. Allow a child to pick from the harvest in hopes to plant their own. I am an educator planting fruitful seeds in the garden from which I bloomed.”

 -Ms. Barnes

Hello! My name is Ms. Barnes. This is my second year at E. A. Jones and I am blooming with joy to continue this journey! I graduated from Texas Southern University (Go Tigers!) with a bachelor’s degree in Interdisciplinary studies for core subjects, EC-6^th grade, as well as a master's degree in curriculum and instruction.  I am GT certified and ESL certified. I was born and raised in Houston, TX but my roots are deep within Louisiana.  I enjoy exploring the outdoors with my family and movie nights.

Through collaboration, positivity, and dedication, this year will be astronomical. I am committed to each of my students and their families to provide the best instruction, care, and support that I possibly can. I have the great honor to teach and mold our future every day in my classroom and for that I am grateful. This is my purpose, and together we will...jump BACK IN STRIDE!