William Floyd cosmetology students transformed their classroom into a salon as they welcomed officers from the Suffolk County Police Department’s 7th Precinct for a day of complimentary styling. Guided by instructor Karisa Beyer, the students sharpened their skills while giving local law enforcement blowouts, braids, and curls.
The collaboration gave students practical experience with real clients while also building connections with community members. "A huge thank you to the 7th Precinct, especially Deputy Police Commissioner Belinda Alvarez-Groneman, for their continued support and partnership with our students and the Cosmetology program," said Beyer.
The William Floyd Cosmetology Academy is part of the district’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) program and offers a two-year licensing course that includes 1,000 hours of instruction in hairstyling, coloring, haircutting, skin care, nail technology, make-up, braiding, chemical texturizing and hair extensions. Students learn in a classroom equipped like a professional salon and can qualify for New York State Cosmetology exams upon completion of the program.
The CTE program at William Floyd High School features eight academies across various fields such as automotive technology, culinary arts and medical assisting. It also provides five business and technology pathways including accounting and engineering. The district has produced alumni recognized for contributions in scholarships, education leadership and community service according to the official website.
The William Floyd School District operates ten schools serving more than 9,400 students from kindergarten through twelfth grade according to the official website. The district has received recognition for its music program as one of the top communities for music education and its business department was named Department of the Year by the Business Teachers Association of New York State according to the official website.
The district fosters collaboration among students, parents, educators and community members to promote student development across intellectual, emotional and physical areas in a supportive environment according to the official website.