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May 26, 2009 - Altoona Beauty School Student Finalist in National Styling Competition
Jessica McGinnis, 22, a student at Altoona Beauty School, Inc. in Altoona, PA, was selected as the Second Place Winner in the Junior Star Styles competition; a national competition that attracted more than 200 of the nation's top cosmetology students. Jessica out-styled more than 200 cosmetology students from around the nation. "The Junior Style Stars competition is the American Idol of the cosmetology school industry," said Paul Barry of Barristar Productions who founded the competition.
The Junior Style Stars competition invited cosmetology students nationwide to create a theme-inspired style demonstrating their skill at hair design and color. All students competed on identical mannequin heads and had their creations photographed at J.C. Penney Portrait Studio locations. A panel of 14 judges, all with professional hair experience, evaluated each entrant's mannequin based on technical, creative and aesthetic criteria. All 2009 competition submissions reflected a style themed as "Real Life Bridal". "We wanted the students to focus on the types of styles they will be creating once they graduate from cosmetology school, versus focusing on more fantasy-inspired looks," noted Paul Barry.
Linzi Biesinger, Director, at Altoona Beauty School noted that Jessica performed all of the work on her Junior Style Star entry at school. "From the use of identical mannequins to ensuring that all styling was performed on school premises and was photographed by the same portrait studio chain, the Junior Style Star competition provides a level playing field for cosmetology students to demonstrate their skills," Linzi said. A Hindu bridal theme consisting of intricate basket weaves and braids, emphasized with color strapping techniques was Jessica's vision for the competition. Upon researching Hindu brides, Jessica, along with guidance from Altoona Beauty School instructors, created the makeup application and wrap. Jessica's work ethic and entrepreneurial spirit coupled with the talent demonstrated in her winning design provide virtually unlimited career opportunities upon graduation. "We can’t wait to see where her career will take her upon graduation," Linzi said.
As a finalist, Jessica and Junior Style Stars entry will be featured in leading hair and cosmetology publications. Additional prizes include $500.00 of educational DVDs and a framed portrait of her finished mannequin
"Jessica's accomplishment reflects the opportunities that are available in the cosmetology industry. Cosmetology remains a profession where earnings and opportunities are limited only to one's dedication and commitment to continual learning," noted Jim Cox, executive director of the American Association of Cosmetology Schools.
Careers in beauty remain a bright spot in the employment arena. U.S. News and World Reports rated cosmetology as one of the top careers for 2009. Job growth in cosmetology including hair, skin and nails is projected to outpace growth in many careers through 2015.
March 2009 - Junior Style Stars -
Again this year two of Altoona Beauty School's cosmetology students participated in the nation wide competition. This year 213 students from across the United States competed. Altoona Beauty School had two competitors participate in the bridal competition. Both students did a fabulous job created their own interpretation of a bride including haircut, color, makeup and drape. All work was done by the students with additional training provided by our instructor, Cathy. Lorena McFarland and Jessica McGinnis represented Altoona Beauty School, Inc. We are proud of the quality of work and creativity they presented in their manikins.
March 2009 - Clean Start Event -
With the introduction of Dermalogica's new, Clean Start, Altoona Beauty School hosted 6 of the areas young ladies to come in and learn about the new products. Each girl had a hands on what each product does and how to use them. Everyone received a starter kit of the Clean Start along with a backpack. We have scheduled several other Clean Start Events for the remainder of the year.
November 2008 - Hollidaysburg Christmas Parade-
For this year's holiday parade both staff and students participated. The hours of planning, decorating, hair and makeup, it was all worth it. With our student volunteers dressed in teal capes and silver roller hats, balloon trees the theme, Wishing you a Beautify Holiday, won
second
prize.
October 2008 - Cut a Thon -
On October 12 this year Altoona Beauty School held a cut a thon to raise money for the fight against breast cancer. During the four hour event our staff and students cut and styled hair. Along with hotdogs, soda, door prized were donated from area vendors. Team ABS raised over $1000!
August 2008 - Kryolan 3 faces -
Our staff participated in a three day training event on the three faces of Kryolan. Kryolan the newest addition to Altoona Beauty School's products, Kryolan is a professional makeup line used on Movie set, Broadway, Theater, and Modeling. Our Kryolan educator, Diana, joined us at ABS from San Francisco for the event. Over the next three days of training our staff learned how to correctly shape eyebrows, different foundation applications, along with three distinct overall makeup applications.
June 2008 - Satin Smooth -
The Altoona Beauty School staff received continued education from Satin Smooth Wax Company. All instructors were trained at out Esthetics facility on various Satin Smooth wax products. The Satin Smooth educator did hands on training of brazilian waxing techniques. This class was very informative in assisting our instructors in improving their waxing techniques. The Satin Smooth educator, Cindy, is also a graduate of Altoona Beauty School making us proud of her accomplishments in her professional career.
February 2008 - Junior Style Stars -
Two Altoona Beauty School cosmetology students competed in the Junior Style Stars Competition. Both students completed the 'bridal theme' on competition mannequin heads. They colored, cut and styles their mannequins with their own designs. After weeks of practicing their designs over and over they were scheduled for their professional photo shoots at J.C.Penneys. The photos were submitted to judges and posted on the Junior Style Stars website. Each week contestants were cut until a top of 11. From those 11 a finalist was chosen. Our students did a fantastic job representing Altoona Beauty School.
Out of 186 competitors all over the US ABS student, Lindsay Coverdale finished in the top 27 and Annie Stern finished in the top 25. These students learned a great deal from this competition and should be very proud of their accomplishments. Both students received a prize from the Rusk Company, a professional STR8 Iron infused with CTC technology valued at $215. Both Lindsay and Annie were trained with our Junior Cosmetology instructor, Cathy Carrier. The students worked hours upon hours over and over their scheduled class times. Ms. Carrier presented both students with an engraved frame of their mannequin's photo. A special thank you goes to Cathy for her hard work and dedication to this endeavor.
November 2007 - Hollidaysburg Christmas Parade
For this year's holiday parade both staff and students participated. The hours of planning, decorating, hair and makeup, it was all worth it. The theme, Winter Princess and Prince, won second prize.
November 2007 - Age Smart Launch -
Held at Altoona Beauty School, esthetician students, graduates and Dermalogica Salon personnel attended the launch. An International Dermal Institute educator was on hand to present the launch of the new age smart products. A demonstration of the age smart specialty facial was also shown.
October 2007 - ABS partners with YTI
- This October students from the local YTI School visited our campus for a day of beauty education. Our student teachers, along with their instructor, Melinda, taught our visitors how the proper hair and makeup can help land you the job of your dreams. One week later our student teachers went to YTI to take a class on how to write a successful resume. Both of the schools students had an opportunity to learn from one another about how they each prepare for their future employment and tips to help gain that employment.
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