9-24-08; An Event I Am Teaching That Took Me By Surprise

This week in class we are working on finger waving, sculpture curls, and roller sets. There are three students that are currently in my second period class that have claimed continuously that they can not do hair at all. All three of the students are intimidated by their other classmates that obviously have a little more experience in the field of cosmetology. I work very closely with the three young ladies assisting and encouraging them every chance I can. It took me by surprise when all three of the students mastered finger waving after my first one on one demonstration with them. The students are required to give a return performance for all objectives. Every student is must demonstrate five (5) of every service required. The three students showed determination as they not only completed the objectives but mastered each objective as well. All three students now stand confident when working on their objectives and have changed their conversations. The students no longer say they cannot do any hair but are now saying, Mrs. Smith, thank you so very much. I can do it.