My experience with this school was very positive at first. When we were looking for a school for my…read moredaughter, we visited several schools, and this one seemed like the perfect fit. When she started, she loved the school, her teachers, and the environment.
Unfortunately, things changed after a new director,Renee Bradshaw , and her friend and teacher, Miranda Carver, came on board. I personally experienced behavior that I found extremely disrespectful and unprofessional, and I witnessed changes that, in my opinion, negatively affected the students and the overall environment.
There was an incident involving my daughter that deeply concerned me. She was nervous about trying something new that she had never done before. When she became embarrassed and upset, I was told that the teacher grabbed her by her shirt. My daughter was then taken to the office, where she says she was called a liar and told that she was "walking a thin line" in their eyes. Since then, she has felt like she is being singled out and bullied over everything she does.
These are young adults who are trying to begin their careers and build their futures. They should be encouraged, supported, and taught--not made to feel intimidated, embarrassed, or afraid to make a mistake. Adults in positions of authority should be setting an example of professionalism, respect, and kindness.
I also personally met with Renee and was very disappointed by the way I was treated. There was another incident involving my daughter and my hair that concerned me greatly. My mother has been a beautician for over 30 years, and after explaining what my daughter had been instructed to do, she confirmed that it could have caused significant damage to my hair.
Based on my experience, I would not recommend this school to other families. When students are talking about leaving or are afraid to attend school, I believe those concerns should be taken seriously. School should be a place where students feel safe, respected, supported, and comfortable learning.
I truly hope the school takes the concerns of its students and families seriously and takes a close look at the current leadership and environment. A school's reputation is built on how it treats the students and families who trust it with their education and future.