Service and volunteerism are a key part of education at Dalton’s Christian Heritage School, and Reba Barnes, the school’s director of servant leadership, coordinates much of that activity.
“Reba Barnes has a servant’s heart,” said Joni Tenney, the school’s director of college advising.
“She has built this program into the robust program it is today,” Tenney said. “Her student teams serve all over Whitfield County. Each week, she takes students to various organizations such as City of Refuge (Dalton), Humane Society, Boys and Girls Club, Providence Ministries and area nursing homes. Her teams also deliver food to lower-income families on a weekly basis. Under her leadership, these students are equipped to be difference-makers.”
Brian Croft, City of Refuge Dalton’s director of operations, said the organization is “very grateful to Reba and all her students who serve weekly.”
“Reba and the Christian Heritage Servant Leadership Team are making a difference in our community,” he said. “The world needs more Reba Barnes.”
Tenney said Barnes has a strong devotion to her students.
“There is rarely a moment when a student is not in her office enjoying her company,” she said. “Not only does she love the students, but she loves the staff as well. She remembers everyone’s birthday with treats and cards, and she is one that many lean on for wisdom and advice. Christian Heritage School is blessed and honored by Reba Barnes each and every day.”
For her efforts to help her students learn the value of service, the Dalton Daily Citizen names Reba Barnes Citizen of the Week.