I have worked in student services at Mandeville High School for 24 years. I have been on the board of 4th Ward and was one of the founders of Mandeville Soccer Club. I love working with teenagers and love helping others. I like to be active and kayak, hike and work out.
Q: Please tell us a little bit about your family.
I have three grown children that also graduated from MHS. Scott, Dana and Dean Wallace. Two daughters-in-law, Tracy and Lila. I also have 8 grandchildren ages 6-25 and 3 dogs. I have reunited with my boyfriend from 50 years ago, Frank from Connecticut.
Q: Please tell us about your current, past, or future career. What do you love most about what you do?
I am a certified dental assistant but have coached soccer and been a club manager at our summer swim club. I love anything that deals with talking to people. I am a people person for sure.
Q: What are a couple of your favorite restaurants in our community?
Pats Rest Awhile, Sal and Judys
Q: How long have you lived or worked in our community?
38 years in Mandeville.
Q: What is one of your favorite movies? TV shows?
One Fine Day, Sleepless in Seattle, Greys Anatomy, Chicago Med, Chicago Fire, Yellowstone
Q: What advice would you give to people?
Live each day to the fullest. Be kind to others.
Q: What current or former local business makes you the most nostalgic about our community?
Pats Rest a While
Q: If you could choose anyone that is alive today and not a relative; with whom would you love to have lunch? Why? And where locally would y’all meet for this lunch?
Jacqueline Vidrine
Q: What is your favorite thing or something unique about our community?
The friendliness of the people here. The way they look out for each other.
Q: Where do you see yourself in 5 to 10 years?
I hope to be alive and living life camping, hiking and kayaking
Q: (Even for friends or family), what is something interesting that most people don’t know about you?
That I worked in dentistry before coming here. I am a Yankee.
Q: Who inspires you to be better?
My family
Q: Finally, what 3 words or phrases come to mind when you think of the word HOME?
Dogs, Frank, comfort