About Me

Say what you want and be who you are because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind.   -Dr. Seuss

        My name is Michael Andrew Barnes.  I was born on February 15, 1984.  I grew up on a farm in Eaton, Ohio and have lived there my whole life.  My family consists of my mom Patty, dad Tom, an older brother Jeff, and an older sister Alexa. 

          I went to school at the National Trail Local School District.  In middle school I played the saxophone in the band for four years, including first chair all-county honors.  I also played football, basketball, and track in seventh and eighth grade.  In high school I lettered three years on the football team playing tight end and defensive line.  My senior year I received honorable mention in the county and conference.  I played three years of basketball for the Blazers.  I also lettered four years in track throwing the shot-put and discus.  I earned all-county and all-conference honors for placing top five in both meets.  FFA was also a big part of my high school career.  I was sentinel of our chapter for two years, I received my state FFA degree in 2002, and I participated on many judging teams including two top ten individual finishes at state for livestock judging.  

        After high school I decided to go to Manchester College to pursue a degree in elementary education.  In my four years at Manchester I participated in many activities, including Student Education Association (SEA), football, and track.  I lettered three years in both football and track.  Click Here to see me in action!  I was also on the 2005 Senior Homecoming Court.  Click Here to see photos.

Contact Information:  mabarnes@manchester.edu