Beauty At Tech

Hi, my name is Cassandra. My experience at SECTA as a cosmetology student has been incredible and filled with so many meaningful memories. Throughout the program, I’ve learned that stepping out of my comfort zone, no matter how intimidating it may feel, can lead to valuable opportunities that make it all worthwhile. Each experience I’ve been given has helped me grow both personally and professionally.

While I enjoyed working on nails and makeup, what I valued most were the connections I built along the way. Joining SkillsUSA was one of the best decisions I’ve made. It allowed me to meet new people and strengthen relationships with those I see every day. I was fortunate enough to travel to Atlanta for SkillsUSA Nationals 2025, and I’m excited to have the opportunity to experience it again this summer. None of this would have been possible without my amazing teachers, Mrs. Robinson and Mrs. Halstead, who consistently encouraged me to do my best, thank you for your support and belief in me.

After graduation, I plan to continue my education in esthetics, and I’m excited to see where this next chapter takes me.

To incoming cosmetology students: when you feel like giving up, push yourself a little harder. Let discouragement motivate you to keep going. Stay focused, and don’t be afraid to ask your teachers for help, they are there to support you and help you succeed.

Overall, my experience has been truly unforgettable, and I will always be grateful for the incredible opportunities I’ve been given.

Hi, my name is Danna. I just want to start off by saying that senior year really does pass by in the blink of an eye. I remember being a junior and thinking, “next year, next year,” and let me tell you, it goes by really quick.

Cosmetology has always been a passion of mine since I was a little girl. I always loved getting my nails and hair done and just being dolled up. I am so beyond grateful for this opportunity because it was honestly life changing. I couldn’t imagine what my life would be like at my old high school, so I’m truly grateful I had the chance to accomplish a dream at such a young age.

I’m grateful for the lessons, discipline, and knowledge we were taught, because that’s something we’ll carry into our careers. One of the biggest things I took from Cosmo is that if you really want something, you have to stay consistent and disciplined, and that mindset is something I’ll carry with me into everything I do.

We all take different things from our experiences, but my favorite memories were in Skills, being nervous for competitions, and the memories we created in Reno. I encourage everyone to step out of their comfort zone, because you never know what you might be missing.

For me, that passion is leading me to attend UNLV, where I’ll be pursuing a degree in business while continuing to grow my lash business, something I’ve built with time, dedication, and practice. Cosmetology gave me the confidence to dream bigger. I am so proud of all of us, and I truly can’t wait to see where life takes everyone.