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Wendell Barnes

Former Faculty

August 2010 to May 2016

Previous Background
Wendell has been a fixture in Darlington’s student life program since his wife, Reba, became a head of house in 2000. A member of the house duty staff, he holds a B.F.A. in Drama and Theatre and an M.Ed. in Rehabilitation Counseling from the University of Georgia as well as an M.S. in Psychoeducational Studies from the University of Tennessee. A lover of theatre, he has directed over 40 plays and appeared as an actor in over 50, winning six Roman Awards from Rome Little Theatre for acting and directing. He is currently co-vice president of house management for Rome Little Theatre and a member of the Miss Rome Board. Wendell and Reba are the parents of Trip (’02).

College Education

B.F.A. University of Georgia

M.Ed. University of Georgia

M.S. University of Tennessee at Knoxville

Servant Leadership: Hands and feet that make a difference

February 14, 2015

Darlington students learn early the importance of living a selfless life that reflects service beyond self. With the creation of a dedicated servant leadership program, students have been able to take part in school-sanctioned service projects that make a huge impact on the lives of the citizens in the Greater Rome community.

"Follies" returns this weekend, Darlington faculty to take the stage

February 4, 2015

Several familiar faces from Darlington will take the stage to sing, dance and act in the Junior Service League's "Totally Awesome '80s Follies" this weekend at the Rome City Auditorium.

Adventures in India: Servant Leadership is Alive and Well at Darlington

Student Life | Wendell Barnes, July 8, 2013

This is the fourth and final installment of a running journal that I kept during our servant leadership trip to India. This blog covers June 28-30.

Adventures in India: Learning and Feasting with Friends

Student Life | Wendell Barnes, June 28, 2013

This is the third installment of a running journal that I am keeping during our servant leadership trip to India. This blog covers June 26-27.

Adventures in India: Service Through Science, Technology, Art and P.E.

Student Life | Wendell Barnes, June 26, 2013

This is the second installment of a running journal that I am keeping during our servant leadership trip to India. This blog covers June 24-25.

Adventures in India: Introductions, Education & Cultural Experiences

Student Life | Wendell Barnes, June 24, 2013

This is the first installment of a running journal that I am keeping during our servant leadership trip to India. This blog covers June 15-23.

Tigers in India: Servant Leadership Program Crosses Borders

Student Life | Reba Barnes, June 24, 2013

I am so fortunate to be participating in an incredible two-week servant leadership experience in India with an amazing group of students. I could go on and on but I'd rather share some testimonials from the group!

Second-grader sparks American Sign Language classes

February 11, 2013

Read the Feb. 10 Rome News-Tribune feature story about Darlington second-grader Walker Sirmans, who was the inspiration for a four-week, after-school American Sign Language class at the Lower School.

Lower School: After-School Offerings to Include Guitar and Sign Language

Academic Administration | Kim Tunnell, January 31, 2013

Two after-school classes will be offered to Lower School students in the month of February. On Tuesdays and Thursdays, a Beginning Guitar Class will take place at Thatcher Hall, and on Wednesdays we will offer Beginning Sign Language at the Lower School. Please read further for specific information and to learn how you can sign up for these unique opportunities.