Modern Salon Media Honors Paul Mitchell Schools for Excellence in Education

Modern Salon Media has named the 2010 class of “Excellence in Education” honorees in its new program recognizing leadership and best practices among cosmetology schools. The Paul Mitchell Schools network and nine individual Paul Mitchell Schools earned honorable mention or finalist status in all eight categories. Modern Salon Publisher Steve Reiss announced the recipients during the American Association of Cosmetology Schools (AACS) fall convention in Orlando, Florida, on October 30.

“I’m so proud of our Paul Mitchell Schools," said Dean and Cofounder Winn Claybaugh. “To be recognized in every single category is really quite an honor!”

Nearly 100 schools submitted 374 entries in eight categories, ranging from marketing to placement to school culture. Finalists and honorable mentions were determined in four classes based on school size or number of locations, with one overall honoree from all applicants named for each category.

MARKETING:

• Finalist: Paul Mitchell The School – Jacksonville; Jacksonville, FL
• Finalist: Trend Setters College of Cosmetology – A Paul Mitchell Partner School; Bradley, IL
• Finalist: The Esani Institute – A Paul Mitchell Partner School; Alpharetta, GA

TECHNOLOGY:

• Finalist: Trend Setters College of Cosmetology – A Paul Mitchell Partner School; Bradley, IL

FACILITIES:

• Honorable Mention: Paul Mitchell The School – Jacksonville; Jacksonville, FL

CULTURE:

• Honorable Mention: Paul Mitchell Schools
• Finalist: SICE – A Paul Mitchell Partner School; Modesto, CA

PLACEMENT:

• Honorable Mention: Paul Mitchell The School – Chicago; Chicago, IL
• Finalist: Trend Setters College of Cosmetology – A Paul Mitchell Partner School; Bradley, IL
• Finalist: Cosmetology Career Center – A Paul Mitchell Partner School; Carrollton, TX 
• Finalist: Paul Mitchell Schools

THE NEXT LEVEL (Advanced Education/Alumni Programs):

• Honorable Mention: Esani Institute – A Paul Mitchell Partner School; Alpharetta, GA
• Finalist: The Wisconsin Academy – A Paul Mitchell Partner School; Peshtigo, WI 
• Finalist: Paul Mitchell Schools

BEAUTY CHANGES LIVES: LEADERSHIP:

• Finalist: Esani Institute – A Paul Mitchell School; Alpharetta, GA 
• Finalist: Paul Mitchell Schools

COMMUNITY:

• Finalist: Paul Mitchell The School – Louisville; Louisville, KY 
• Finalist: Paul Mitchell Schools

“Based on the volume and caliber of entries received, it is clear there are many wonderful schools doing amazing things to secure a beautiful future for the professional beauty industry,” said Modern Salon Media Associate Publisher Michele Musgrove. “We will be showcasing many of the applicants’ stories, accomplishments, and best practices in our magazines, Web sites, and e-letters. We’ll acknowledge the 48 finalist schools—as well as the honorable mention and overall category honoree schools—in upcoming editions of MODERN SALON, SALON TODAY, and online at modernsalon.com. We’ll also tap this wealth of insight from leading schools within the pages of First Chair, our exclusive publication for future professionals.... We want to help spread the word about the exceptional work cosmetology schools are doing to help launch beautiful careers.”

About Paul Mitchell Schools

At Paul Mitchell Schools, the teaching style is unique. They believe that education is an adventure and that the learning experience needs to be fun. When visitors tour a Paul Mitchell School, they notice something different—a positive learning environment everywhere they look. The culture within every Paul Mitchell School campus inspires confidence and success. Each school is a learning community that provides future professionals with the opportunities to develop essential skills while exploring their talents, passion, and creativity. Paul Mitchell School instructors—they call them ‘learning leaders’—are trained to draw out the artist in every student and prepare them to compete in the real world. Rather than concentrate only on the basic training needed to pass state licensing board exams, Paul Mitchell Schools provide a well- rounded lifestyle education. Their experienced staff members are specially trained to help future professionals explore all of their creative and professional possibilities. Established 30 years ago, the Paul Mitchell network is nearly 100,000 salons strong and in 81 countries worldwide. Every professional hairdresser knows the Paul Mitchell name. Prospective employers recognize Paul Mitchell Schools’ commitment to quality and their reputation for innovation and excellence. Visit www.paulmitchell.edu to learn more.

About Modern Salon Media

Modern Salon Media is a division of Vance Publishing Corp., headquartered in Lincolnshire, IL, and produces a collection of industry-leading, multimedia communication tools and resources serving beauty professionals through every stage of their careers—from student to stylist to salon owner to industry leader—and across every platform: print, online, video, email, social media, recognition programs and live events. Titles and programs include Modern Salon, Salon Today, First Chair, ModernSalon.TV, ModernSalonLearning.com, Salon Today 200, Salons of the Year, Excellence in Education, Modern Salon’s Artist Sessions, and Modern Salon Custom Publishing. Visit modernsalon.com and vancepublishing.co for more information.