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Inspiring Instructor: Q&A with Sindy Mark

Former Kupa Inc., master educator Sindy Mark recently branched out on her own to start a nail art-focused education program called The Nail Art Academy. Based in San Francisco, Calif., the classes she offers are designed to help students increase their technical and creative skillset and increase income by adding innovative nail art to their service menus.

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Mind the Gap

In her latest rant, Maggie takes on the shortcomings of most nail schools.

Student Spotlight: Phylicia Cain

Recently, Nail School News caught up with an incredibly talented student named Phylicia Cain. We were intrigued enough by her nail art to find out more. Read on to learn about this talented student and see pictures of her innovative designs.

Week 22: Beauty Changes Lives

Roundup: What Would You Change About Nail Schools?

We asked nail techs, students, and instructors, what would you improve/change about nail schools?

A Month of Giving for Empire Beauty Schools

Empire Beauty School students and staff across 21 states are collecting donations for women’s shelters/anti-domestic violence programs across the country this month. The donations, in the form of needed items such as food, clothes, and cleaning and beauty supplies, will go directly to victims of domestic abuse.

Spa Training for Nail Tech Students in Maine [SpaTech Institute School Profile]

With the demand for nail technicians on the rise, SpaTech Institute in Westbrook, Maine, has expanded its curriculum to include nail technology and nail art while preparing students for spa-based careers.

What’s the Most Important Thing You Learned in Beauty School?

Customer service? Technique? Sanitation? We asked readers to share the most important information they took away from their days in beauty school and received a variety of helpful responses.

What’s the Most Important Thing You Learned in Beauty School?

Customer service? Technique? Sanitation? We asked readers to share the most important information they took away from their beauty school days and received a variety of helpful responses.

5 Group Projects to Spur Teamwork

Prepare your students for the real world by engaging them with their classmates.