Backstory
Salon 20 started with an idea from the Class of 2020. This is a student-run salon managed and run by cosmetology students. Seniors students are working with clients, and Juniors are getting trained by the cosmetology teachers. People who are 21 years or older can make appointments for many different services. The salon’s available appointments are between 8 AM and 12 PM, during odd cycles from Day 2 through Day 5. Salon 20 uses online booking to run the business here at Greater New Bedford Voc-Tech High School.
What does Salon 20 do?
- Hairstyling
- Hair coloring & highlighting
- Gel Manicures
- Manicure spa
- Gel/nail polish
- Facial waxing
- Chemical services
Benefits
- Hands-on work
- Social interactions
- Positive environment
- Teamwork
- Gives confidence and encouragement to students
- Expresses creativity from the students
Review
Juniors & Seniors enjoy getting prepared for their future career paths in the Cosmetology field.
Some students after their 4 years of the field plan to have their own beauty industry business
Careers Students can Purse to:
- Stylist
- Salon Manager
- Salon Owner
- Skin care Specialist/Aesthetician
- Make-up Artist
- Day Spa Stylist/Technician
- Hairstylist for TV/Movie/Theater
And more!