Franke McClellan, a Lively Cosmetology graduate who works at Artisan’s Spa and Salon came by to teach the senior cosmetology students some new tricks. The students wanted to see him perform some new color techniques, so he showed them a way to intermingle various colors on the head on Cosmetology student, Shala Mills. He also shared his valuable knowledge and expertise concerning how to begin a career as a new stylist in Tallahassee. Franke has been one of our business partners for the past two years and was a former student of Ms. Sciara, the senior instructor.

Lively Technical Center Transition Program

Michael Jackson, a student in the Lively Transition Program, has completed the Computer Systems Technology Program (1650 hours) at Lively Technical Center and has received a certificate as prescribed by the Division of Applied Technology and Adult Education.  He is the first Transition Program student to be recognized for this accomplishment. Michael, who was a graduate of Godby High School, works at FAAST (Florida Alliance for Assistant Services and Technology), where he is a Program Assistant

Lively Technical Center Cosmetology

Lively Cosmetology was excited to welcome the Executive Director of the Florida Board of Cosmetology, Robin Barineau. to the Lively campus for an informational session offered by the Department of Business and Professional Regulation. Ms. Barineau gave students an overview of the processes involved in registering for the Cosmetology Exam, gave some pertinent information about the licensing procedure and gave an update on the changes that are being made to help facilitate faster exam and licensure turnarounds. She also showed students how to access online information using the instructor, Kathy Sciara, as an example of how to find current license information such as current status of the license. There was an audible gasp when the students saw that Ms. Sciara has been licensed for thirty years in the state of Florida as a cosmetologist!

Jolanda Powell, Freshman Cosmetology Class Instructor, Robin Barineau, Executive Director of the Florida Board of Cosmetology, Kathy Sciara, Senior Cosmetology Class Instructor.

Lively Cosmetology is one of the oldest cosmetology schools in the state of Florida, having been at the present location since the 1960s.  The senior students work on clients in the Lively Salon Lab and are able to practice various procedures for reduced rates. The Salon Lab is open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings from 8-12.  If you would like more information on prices or services offered please call 850-487-7440 or 850-487-7559.

Mann Roberts, Welding Instructor, has been selected as Lively’s 2008 Teacher of the Year. He has been with Lively for 1 ½ years. We appreciate Mr. Roberts and support him as he will well represent Lively at the District level.

Linda Magruder has been selected as our School Related Employee of the Year. Linda has been with Leon County Schools for 24 years and has served faithfully for 17 years as Lively’s primary bookkeeper. Linda’s knowledge and experience is recognized throughout the District. This is a great acknowledgement for Linda as she retires the end of February 2008.

We are proud to announce that our own Photography Instructor, AJ Abellera, has been nominated for the Glenn Howell Distinguished Educator award. AJ demonstrates dedication and commitment to the mission of Lively Technical Center, the Commercial Photography program and in support and encouragement of his students. He is an excellent role model for students and his professional peers. We are pleased that he will represent Lively as our own Glenn Howell Distinguished Minority Educator!