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Natalie Landrum expresses her love for working at Helena Intermediate School.

First, tell me more about yourself.

I grew up in Pleasant Grove, Alabama. I attended Auburn University for my undergraduate degree and the University of Alabama at Birmingham for my master’s degree.  I recently completed my certification in leadership and administration from the University of Montevallo. I have lived in Helena for 22 years with my husband David.  We have three sons Hal, age 19, Hayes, age 15 and Sam, age 14.

Can you tell me about your career in education?

From 2002-2006, I taught fourth grade at Pleasant Grove Elementary. Then from 2006-2023, I taught fourth grade at Helena Intermediate School. From 2023-2024, I was the Administrative Assistant at HIS before I was named Assistant Principal in 2025.

How did it feel when you were named as a new assistant principal for HIS?

Being named as the new assistant principal for HIS was quite an honor.  I absolutely loved my time as a teacher at HIS and I am excited to continue my career in this capacity.  I hope that my extensive time as a classroom teacher helps me to be an effective administrator.

What makes working with students special?

Working with students has always been my passion.  I enjoy forming relationships with kids and their families.  I strive to make sure the children I work with know that I love them, believe in them and want to make learning fun.

What has been your favorite thing about working at HIS over the course of your tenure?

My favorite thing about working at HIS is the relationships I have made with students, families, teachers and administrators along the way.  At the end of each school year, I get to stand in the hallways of HIS and welcome the newest graduating class as they perform the Senior Walk through the halls.  I am filled with pride when I see my “babies” all grown up and ready to begin their lives as young adults.  Nothing beats a student stopping for a hug and saying, “Thank you, Mrs. Landrum.  I loved being in your class.”

Do you have a message you would like to say to the Helena community?

I would like to thank the Helena community for all of the support I have been given in my time at HIS.  I am excited to begin this new chapter of my life, and I will continue to serve Helena to the very best of my ability.