(photo courtesy of James Garrett)

Mr. and Mrs. James Garrett, longtime residents of Park La Brea, have announced the graduation of their daughter Gerri Mackie Garrett, from West Los Angeles College.

Garrett graduated with high honors. She will be transferring to American Military University in August. A United States Army Veteran, Garrett is a mentor for Veteran Students of America and Adopt a Pet. She previously earned the Army Association Medal for leadership, the American Spirit Honor Medal and the Army Merit Medal for Vietnam Service.