Let's get to know MEL!

Many of you already know the amazing Mel Langridge, our School Business Manager, but let's get to know her a little better...

1) How long have you worked at Lindisfarne Primary School? 5 years.

2) What do you enjoy most about working at LPS? The staff and students! We have an amazing LPS family.

3) What is your favourite book? A Dog's Purpose.

4) Do you have any hidden talents? Nope! (Editor's note: Mel actually does have a hidden talent - she can sing Billy Joel's 'We Didn't Start The Fire' perfectly!)

5) What is your greatest strength?  I'm friendly and supportive.

6) What is your favourite song to sing along to? Anything from the 80's , or Bon Jovi songs.

7) What was your first job? I was a receptionist for Wards Skyroad.

8) Tell us what advice you'd give your 10 year old self? Have fun, live life to the fullest and don't take anything for granted.

9) If you could be any animal, what would it be? A sloth!

10) What is your best relaxation tip? Get away, go somewhere quiet.

11) Do you have a bucket list? If so, what's next? New York City!

12) Name your most memorable moment: When my daughter, Taylor, was born.

13) Do you play any sports? Not these days, but I used to play basketball and netball.

14) Do you have any pets? Yes, a dog named Buddy. 

15) Name something that makes you laugh: The girls I work with make me laugh. We have lots of fun times!

16) Do you have a favourite saying? Don't complain about something if you're not willing to fix it!

17) What is your favourite movie? Love Actually & Grease

18) Which Primary School did you go to? Lindisfarne!

19) What is your best advice for dealing with worry? Talk to someone, a friend or family member. Take each day as it comes.

20) What would you like people to know about working in a school? It's very challenging and fast paced, but very rewarding!