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By Katrya Ly, News Editor
From the moment she began as the new guidance specialist, Lindsey Garrett defied all odds to take on the role— all while keeping a smile on her face.
Garrett went to El Toro High School before attending Cal State Monterey Bay where she played volleyball. There, she worked as a business consultant before realizing she wanted to do something more meaningful with her life. She soon began helping ROP courses and coaching high school volleyball, which motivated her to become a counselor for high school students.
“I actually didn’t start in guidance or education at all,” said Garrett. “I started in the business sector and I worked a lot of hours and I worked really hard.”
Garrett comes to Fountain Valley High School from Huntington Beach High School. There, she was the ROP advisor and career specialist. Now as the guidance specialist for students with the last name F through L, she hopes to make her office an open place for students.
“I am always open to help students with their scheduling, help them as well make good decisions for what classes they should take and I’m here for them 24/7,” said Garrett. “I encourage them to come talk to me any time they need help in school. I am here to make your day much better and easier.”
