In addition to his school board service, Dr. Garvin was the Superintendent of the Orcutt Union School District for nineteen years. He was an integral player in the education of thousands of Orcutt students. 

          In attendance were former principals, leaders of both districts, friends and his wife, Inge Garvin, who told the crowd on the breezy Thursday afternoon that Jack, “had a bias for alternative education students which is why this beautiful bench is located in front of Delta High School.  Jack had a soft spot for the Delta High School community. He believed the true spirit of Delta was found in the bond between teachers and students. To have his bench placed so prominently is an honor to his legacy, the many years of donating scholarships to Delta students, and a tribute to his unwavering commitment to education. My hope is that those who sit here on Jack’s bench will take a moment to reflect, to dream, to read and to journey forward with a smile and a heart full of joy.”

         Superintendent Garcia said the discussions regarding the placement of a bench at Delta High was made before Dr. Garvin passed away.  “The bench was not made to be a memorial bench,” he said.  “It was meant to honor Jack’s service.” 

           Inga Garvin remarked as the audience chuckled,” Jack never met a bench he didn’t like. I would lose him at events and find him sitting on a bench. This memorial could not be more fitting.”       Steve Southwick reporting