He (Mr. Barnes) taught me that working hard will ensure that I am successful in life, and he provided me with the tools that would aid in my success in life. On the subject of mathematics, Mr. Barnes was extremely successful at breaking down the math material and he made sure that we understood the process.
He also provided us with additional information about how each section of mathematics was used in every day life. After completing his ACT Prep course, my math ACT score drastically increased. – Brittaney Hill
I entered Memphis Catholic High School a little scared about what high school was really like. The academics were challenging. It was difficult for me to accept all the changes. I overcame a lot of my fears After meeting Mr. Barnes. Mr. Barnes wasn’t like most of the teachers I had met before. He was very direct and goal oriented.
He was concerned with preparing us for the future and all the obstacles we would have to face in math and in our everyday tasks. I remember one of the main lessons he taught was one has to want to learn and participate in order to succeed. – Jessica Bursi
As a 2006 graduate of Memphis Catholic High School, there is one man that pushed me to reach my fullest potential ,and that man’s name is Mr. Cornelius Barnes. Mr. Barnes is different from most math teachers I have had. He made me know the word “can’t” wasn’t acceptable.
He made me work and think outside of my comfort zone, he made me laugh and cry, but at the end of the day I learned valuable lessons that I could use in everyday life. He loved to help students, I could always stop by his room to ask question or even do practice problems so I would be ready for the next quiz or test. He challenged our minds by giving us math presentations at the end of the year.
We as students had to use our knowledge to see how math can be directly related to our everyday lives. As a junior at Western Kentucky University, I have taken college algebra and received a “B” which is a improvement from the days in high schools when I was making a low “C.” I am now embarking on a new journey in summer school taking microeconomics. – Lynetra Ross
Mister Barnes has inspired me. Making me believe in my dreams and making me believe that I am capable of doing anything that I put my mind to do. He has inspired me to believe in myself. This was the secret of how I accomplished my goals. I highly recommend him without a doubt. Mr. Barnes is very qualified and prepared for anything that comes his way. His perseverance, work ethic, and positive attitude define what he stands for as a math mentor. – Julyanna
I am an Electrical Engineering major today greatly due to a unique teaching method set by Mr. Barnes in high school. College has been a breeze thus far. The motivation, confidence, and leadership Mr. Barnes taught me in high school have carried me a long way.His unique style of mentoring is truly effective on many people as well as myself. I learned something new every time I step into his classroom, and so will you! – Binh Nguyen
