Thomas Edison High School of Technology is unique among Montgomery County public high schools. Students enrolled in all MCPS comprehensive high schools may apply for enrollment in one of Edison’s eighteen highly acclaimed career and technology education programs. The Cosmetology students will be opening the Edison Salon (12501 Dalewood Dr. Silver Spring MD 20906) on Wednesday, May 8th to hold a SkillsUSA fundraiser. From 8:30am until 8:30pm, the student operated salon will offer limited services for $20 each, such as:
Salon services are performed by cosmetology students, under the close supervision of teachers who are licensed cosmetologists. Cosmetology teachers, Mrs. Toni Quan and Mrs. Leslie Garcia, ask anyone interested to be patient with students as they hone their skills. “Each year, our students head to States for SkillsUSA. At States, they compete with other counties in the state of MD. The top for each competition will move on to Nationals and represent the State of MD in that competition. We have students competing for Cosmetology (hair), Esthetics, Nails, Barbering, Action Skills, Customer Service and Extemporaneous Speech”, Garcia tells us. “Think of this as the Olympics for Career and Technology Education. Students earn even earn gold, silver, and bronze medals. Additional info in the flyer below:
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FEST OF SPRING Caribbean Wine Food & Music Festival
Get ready to experience the vibrant colors, tantalizing flavors, and infectious rhythms of the Caribbean at the FEST OF SPRING Caribbean Wine Food & Music Festival! Hosted by RHU LLC, this exciting festival is set to take place on May 18, 2024, at the picturesque 16700 Barnesville Rd in Boyds, MD.
Step into a world where the Caribbean spirit comes alive! From 12:00 PM onwards, immerse yourself in a sensory journey that celebrates the unique culture, cuisine, and music of the Caribbean. Whether you’re an African American, a Reggae or Soca music enthusiast, a wine lover, or part of the vibrant Caribbean diaspora, this festival promises to delight and captivate you in every way.
