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Paul Mitchell Schools Receive 2024 CECU Community Impact Award
CECU's first-ever Community Impact Award recognizes Paul Mitchell Schools for community service
Paul Mitchell Advanced Education Named Top 50 Most Visible Local Brand in 6th Annual SOCi Local Visibility Index
2024 SOCi Local Visibility Index ranks Paul Mitchell Schools one of the Top 50 local brands
How to Become a Cosmetologist and What It Takes to Do So
Are you thinking about becoming a cosmetologist? A cosmetologist's career is full of possibilities. Learn how to become a cosmetologist today!
3 Tips for making the most of your time in beauty school: Don't wait until you graduate!
Transform your beauty school experience with these three powerful tips!
2024 Beacon Winners Include 38 from Paul Mitchell Schools
Future Professionals head to Orlando to network and gain insights from top beauty leaders
#WATN: Jamie Anderbery
PMTS Sherman Oaks grad is now John Paul Mitchell Systems Director of Salon Development
What is Cosmetology?
Learn more about this rewarding career and what it takes to become a licensed cosmetologist.
Paul Mitchell Schools Raise $1M for Charity: 2023 Gala Celebrates 20 Years and $25M to Date
Paul Mitchell Schools' annual FUNraising campaign raises money and awareness for charities
Andrew Gomez Dream Foundation Names Award Recipients at Paul Mitchell Schools’ 20th Anniversary FUNraising Gala
Award recognizes leaders and volunteers for their compassionate service and dedication
Paul Mitchell Schools Honor First Responders on 9/11
Paul Mitchell Schools host events to support local police, firefighters and first responders
PBA’s 2023 Beacon Winners Include 54 from Paul Mitchell Schools
Future Professionals from 23 Paul Mitchell Schools franchise locations earn top honors
Paul Mitchell Advanced Education Cutting Team Member Skyler Marsh Named to CER’s “Top 20 People Changing Career Education”
Career Education Review Names PMAE's Skyler Marsh one of the Top 20 People Changing Career Education
Paul Mitchell Schools Raise $1M for Charity: Results Announced at 2022 Gala Event
Each year, participating Paul Mitchell Schools voluntarily raise money and awareness for charities
Andrew Gomez Dream Foundation Names 2022 Compassionate Service Award Recipients
Andrew Gomez awards recognize leaders who exemplify compassionate service and tireless dedication
Women’s History Month: The Powerful Women of Paul Mitchell Schools
We honor the women who have improved education and created opportunities for future generations
Paul Mitchell School Network Raises $48,000 for Bright Pink
2021 “Paul Mitchell X Bright Pink” Campaign Supports Ovarian and Breast Cancer Awareness Months
#PMTSONE: Maddie Grafft, Class of 2021
Maddie was in cosmetology school for one week when COVID-19 caused lockdowns to start
At Paul Mitchell Schools, the Giving Never Stops
Nationwide network closes 2021 by raising $1.3 million for charity
Paul Mitchell School Network Joins Vidal Sassoon and Habitat for Humanity to Build Homes for Hurricane Victims
Paul Mitchell School network teams up with Vidal Sassoon to build new homes for hurricane victims
"I Love Nails" Contest Winners Announced
200+ Future Professionals showcased their nail art and nail sculpting skills in 2021 competition
#PMTSONE: School Owner Giulio Veglio
Giulio Veglio went from struggling student to multi-school owner and Harvard Executive MBA grad
#PMTSONE: Rochelle Martinez-Cantu
For Native American Heritage Month, #PMTSONE features Marketing Leader Rochelle Martinez-Cantu
#PMTSFantazia Halloween Contest Winners Announced
Congratulations to the spooktacular winners of our 2021 #PMTSFantazia Halloween Makeup Contest
Paul Mitchell Schools Partner with EBeauty to Refurbish Wigs for Cancer Patients
Future Professionals lovingly clean and style each wig and write notes of love and encouragement
#PMTSONE: J LADNER, CLASS OF 2010
October's #PMTSONE alum J Ladner shares his story of finding a home in the beauty industry
Paul Mitchell Schools Support Bright Pink for 2021 Cancer Awareness Months
“Paul Mitchell X Bright Pink” helps Bright Pink save lives by empowering women to know their risk
#PMTSONE: Henry Torres - Hispanic Heritage Month
Enrique "Henry" Torres learned early in life that, through hard work, he could accomplish anything.
Waves for Days Contest Winners Announced
Results are in for the beautiful, beachy Waves for Days contest
#PMTSONE: Debra Dietrich, Phil Wood - FUNraising Superheroes
Debra and Phil use their voices and skills to teach others while raising funds for worthwhile causes
#PMTSONE: Dominic Ryan, Class of 2019
July's PMTSONE features military veteran Dominic Ryan, who loves using his skills to help others
We Honor Juneteenth
Join us in learning more about Black history, racial injustice and this Freedom Day.
Paul Mitchell Schools Announces 20th Anniversary Scholarship Winners
Paul Mitchell Schools across America recently announced their 20th Anniversary Scholarship winners.
#PMTSONE: Dice Moreno, Class of 2021
Our June PMTSONE honoree is Dice Moreno, an advocate for safety and inclusivity in salons everywhere
House of Representatives Passes CROWN Act: Sign the Petition to End Race-Based Hair Discrimination
Next step: U.S. Senate approval needed to enact it into a nationwide law.
Paul Mitchell Schools Welcome Cancer Survivors on June 1, 2021
100+ Paul Mitchell Schools offered services for Cancer Survivor Beauty and Support Day
#PMTSONE: Yuri Sinata, Class of 2009
An additional impactful changemaker for May is Yuri Sinata from Paul Mitchell The School Pasadena
#PMTSONE: Alee Cao, School & Business Owner
Celebrating future professionals and leaders who use their voices to make a difference
#PMTSONE: Peter Puertas, Class of 2019
This series celebrates Future Professionals, alumni, and team members who make a difference
Your NEW Story Starts Here: National Open House Event
Looking for a new career? Join us March 30 and see how we can help you launch a future in beauty
Creative Sculpting Skills Take Center Stage in Sculpt and Style Contest
Contest celebrates the foundations developed by hairdressing pioneer Paul Mitchell
$2 Million Reasons to Celebrate!
We’re giving away one free tuition scholarship at 100+ of our schools to bring your future to life
Paul Mitchell Schools Donate $60,000 to Nonprofits That Empower the Black Community
At Paul Mitchell Schools, we strongly feel the need to do our part.
Spooky Makeup Contest Winners Revealed
More than 1,500 Paul Mitchell Future Professionals DARED to enter the Spooky Makeup contest.
Update from the Paul Mitchell Equity & Opportunity Council
Dean and Cofounder Winn Claybaugh describes the Equity & Opportunity Council's achievements
Creative Makeup Artistry Contest Winners Announced
200+ Future Professionals competed for top honors in professionally judged makeup contest
Paul Mitchell Schools Hold Community Love Day 2020
Paul Mitchell Schools have held Free Hugs Days every October since 2009
Paul Mitchell Schools Announce Bantu Knot Style Contest Winners
We honor this traditional style by showing how it can elevate hairstyling in a variety of ways.
Paul Mitchell Schools Get Creative for Socially Distanced 9/11 Tributes
Paul Mitchell Schools acknowledge first responders and honor the lives lost in the 9/11 attacks.
Andrew Gomez Dream Foundation Donates $35,000 for Disaster Relief
Funds raised by Paul Mitchell Schools help beauty professionals affected by hurricane, wildfires
Paul Mitchell Future Professionals Receive Sustainable Beginnings Scholarships
Acoya Leavitt and Jaila Chambers receive $2,000 tuition scholarships.
PMTS Alum and Editorial Director Noogie Thai Wins Daytime Emmy
Paul Mitchell Editorial Director and Paul Mitchell School alum Noogie Thai wins Daytime Emmy
Despite Covid-19 Closures, Paul Mitchell Schools Raise $852,000 for Charity
After five weeks and thousands of creative “FUNraisers,” 17-year grand total tops $22 million
How Paul Mitchell Schools Will Drive Change
Dean and Cofounder Winn Claybaugh shares an update on Paul Mitchell Schools' social justice plan
Home Hair Battle Contest Winners
Paul Mitchell Future Professionals rise to the challenge in long-hair upstyle competition
Paul Mitchell Future Professionals Receive Beauty Changes Lives Scholarships
The Spring 2020 Miller Family Foundation Scholarship winners include four from Paul Mitchell Schools
What’s The Big Idea & Decades of Hair Contest Winners Announced
Three innovators earn the chance to present Big Ideas, win $5,000, and inspire the "next big thing"
Paul Mitchell Future Professional Wins "Licensed to Create" Award
Sara Jones of The Temple Annapolis, A Paul Mitchell Partner School, wins for Best Student Cut
John Paul Mitchell Systems® to Produce Hand Sanitizer in Response to Covid-19 Pandemic
Professional hair care company will donate to first responders, LAPD, and families in need
Paul Mitchell Golden Ticket Winners Join Hair Aid in Cambodia
Two winners of Hair Aid's 2019 Golden Ticket contest came from Paul Mitchell Schools
Paul Mitchell Schools Hold 10th Annual Ann Bowler Day
Be Nice (Or Else!) Teams at 100-plus Paul Mitchell Schools pamper seniors each December
2020 Beacon Winners Include 90 Paul Mitchell Future Professionals
Top Future Professionals from 35 Paul Mitchell Schools qualify for elite beauty industry event
Paul Mitchell Graduates and Mentor Nominated for Hairstyling Emmys
Meagan Herrera-Schaaf and Cory Rotenberg joined Dean Banowetz at the Creative Arts Emmy Awards
Paul Mitchell Schools Announce 2019 Cancer Awareness Campaign
Paul Mitchell Schools raise money and awareness to help save lives
Paul Mitchell Schools Honor First Responders on 9/11
In honor of 9/11, Paul Mitchell Schools host a variety of events to show their support
Paul Mitchell Schools Raise $1.4M for Charity
Mary Wilson of the Supremes headlines 2019 FUNraising gala celebration in Beverly Hills
Paul Mitchell Schools' Caper 2019 Returns to Anaheim
More than 2,000 future beauty, barbering, and spa professionals attend educational event
Paul Mitchell Schools Launch 2019 "FUNraising” Campaign
Paul Mitchell Schools kicked off their 16th annual FUNraising campaign on March 1, 2019
Modern Original People Features Winn Claybaugh
Modern Original Products chooses Winn Claybaugh as December's "Modern Original Person"
Future Professionals Show Their Skills at Paul Mitchell Gathering 2018
Future Professionals from six Paul Mitchell Schools took the stage at Gathering.
MVRCK Instagram Contest Winners Announced
Congratulations to the winners of the Paul Mitchell Schools 2018 MVRCK Instagram contest.
2018 Summer Hair Revival Contest Winners Announced
55 Future Professionals, 19 Learning Leaders, and 5 Creative Masters named winners.
Paul Mitchell Future Professionals Earn Top Honors in Beacon 2019
The Professional Beauty Association (PBA) announced the winners of Beacon 2019.
Student Contest Winners Send Greetings from Gathering
4 Future Professionals joined thousands of industry pros at Paul Mitchell’s 2018 Global Gathering.
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