We were able to move in today! Here is the view from my office.
We have our address on the building now! #levelup #levelingup
Senior Spotlight:
Sage is representing West Sound Tech's Construction Careers program! As a senior, she's excelled in the classroom and on the jobsite through our Work-Based Learning program.
Currently volunteering with Habitat for Humanity, gaining hands-on experience and making a difference in our community. Her dedication and skills are paving the way for a bright future in construction.
#proud #WSTech #levelup #ConstructionCareers #SeniorSpotlight #habitatforhumanity
It's been over two years we have had construction fences up. This morning they came down! It's getting close! #levelup #levelupatwst
WST students stepped up BIG TIME for CK food line. We gathered 1,259 items for the local food bank. This is an all time high!
Thank you to all the classes/students that participated. This will feed so many families during the holiday.
The class with the most donations, bringing in an impressive 454 items, was CONSTRUCTION TRADES followed closely by 3D Game Design with 421 items and Cosmetology with 221. #levelup #levelupatwst
We have a tremendous opportunity with a generous anonymous donor. Please consider helping out if you can. If you can't, please share on your socials. #levelup@wst
Today, WST collision and welding students heard a presentation about careers with the Boeing company! #levelup #levelupatwst
"Students building their future, one truss at a time. Construction careers class in action at West Sound Tech! 🛠️👷♂️ #WestSoundTech #ConstructionClass #TradeSkills #BuildingTheFuture"
WST would like to thank Mr. David Young for his service. Mr. Young teaches Medical Careers at WST.
✨ Graduate Spotlight! ✨
Meet Brianna Madison, a 2022 graduate of the West Sound Tech Esthetics College Program and the incredible owner of Luxe Beauty Studio & Academy in Silverdale, WA! 💖
Licensed for 2 years, Brianna has already built an amazing career specializing in permanent makeup, lash extensions, and lash lifts—and now she’s taking it a step further by training and mentoring new artists who are ready to launch their own careers. 🙌
💬 Brianna shares:
“I love the confidence I can give my clients by helping them feel beautiful and enhancing their natural features. It’s been so rewarding to grow from being a student into running my own studio and academy.”
The Esthetics program gave her the foundation, discipline, and confidence to succeed as both an artist and a business owner, and now she’s paying it forward by mentoring others in the industry.
✨ Her advice for future estheticians:
“Don’t be afraid to take chances and put yourself out there. Trust your training, keep learning, and remember—hard work really does pay off!”
💖 Fun fact: Brianna still keeps in touch with many of her classmates—turning friendships from school into lifelong professional connections!
📍 Visit Luxe Beauty Studio & Academy in Silverdale, WA
📸 Follow her journey: @luxebeautystudio.academy
💻 Book or learn more: Luxe Beauty Studio Silverdale
#GraduateSpotlight #WSTEsthetics #SuccessStory #LuxeBeautyStudio #WSTAlumni #FutureIsBeautiful
Meet Brianna Madison, a 2022 graduate of the West Sound Tech Esthetics College Program and the incredible owner of Luxe Beauty Studio & Academy in Silverdale, WA! 💖
Licensed for 2 years, Brianna has already built an amazing career specializing in permanent makeup, lash extensions, and lash lifts—and now she’s taking it a step further by training and mentoring new artists who are ready to launch their own careers. 🙌
💬 Brianna shares:
“I love the confidence I can give my clients by helping them feel beautiful and enhancing their natural features. It’s been so rewarding to grow from being a student into running my own studio and academy.”
The Esthetics program gave her the foundation, discipline, and confidence to succeed as both an artist and a business owner, and now she’s paying it forward by mentoring others in the industry.
✨ Her advice for future estheticians:
“Don’t be afraid to take chances and put yourself out there. Trust your training, keep learning, and remember—hard work really does pay off!”
💖 Fun fact: Brianna still keeps in touch with many of her classmates—turning friendships from school into lifelong professional connections!
📍 Visit Luxe Beauty Studio & Academy in Silverdale, WA
📸 Follow her journey: @luxebeautystudio.academy
💻 Book or learn more: Luxe Beauty Studio Silverdale
#GraduateSpotlight #WSTEsthetics #SuccessStory #LuxeBeautyStudio #WSTAlumni #FutureIsBeautiful
One of the amazing things about West sound Tech is the connection with the professional industry. WST Criminal Justice class is fortunate to have many guest speaker opportunities. Today we had Officers from the Suquamish Tribal Police Department to talk about opportunities and jobs. #levelup #levelupatwst
Look at the amazing reception desk in the new building. Attention to detail is amazing! @andersenconstruction.
✨ Graduate Spotlight! ✨
Meet Veronica Barragan, a 2021 graduate of our College Esthetics Program and proud owner of Frida’s Beauty Bar in Bremerton! 💖
Licensed in 2021, Veronica has built a thriving business specializing in lashes and brows, where she loves making people feel beautiful and building lasting relationships with her clients.
She says one of the biggest challenges she overcame in the program was speaking in front of people — and now she’s confident, successful, and inspiring others every day! 🙌
💬 Her advice for current & future students:
“Get your license as soon as you’re done with the program, keep updating your knowledge, and be open to learning from others!”
✨ Fun fact: Veronica’s favorite part of class was—of course—getting facials!
We are so proud of you, Veronica, and all you’ve accomplished! 💕
📍 Check her out at Frida’s Beauty Bar, 3627 Wheaton Way, Suite 1A in Bremerton
📸 Follow her journey: @fridasbeautybar
#GraduateSpotlight #EstheticsSuccess #WSTEsthetics #FridasBeautyBar #ProudInstructor #WSTAlumni
Meet Veronica Barragan, a 2021 graduate of our College Esthetics Program and proud owner of Frida’s Beauty Bar in Bremerton! 💖
Licensed in 2021, Veronica has built a thriving business specializing in lashes and brows, where she loves making people feel beautiful and building lasting relationships with her clients.
She says one of the biggest challenges she overcame in the program was speaking in front of people — and now she’s confident, successful, and inspiring others every day! 🙌
💬 Her advice for current & future students:
“Get your license as soon as you’re done with the program, keep updating your knowledge, and be open to learning from others!”
✨ Fun fact: Veronica’s favorite part of class was—of course—getting facials!
We are so proud of you, Veronica, and all you’ve accomplished! 💕
📍 Check her out at Frida’s Beauty Bar, 3627 Wheaton Way, Suite 1A in Bremerton
📸 Follow her journey: @fridasbeautybar
#GraduateSpotlight #EstheticsSuccess #WSTEsthetics #FridasBeautyBar #ProudInstructor #WSTAlumni
WST is closed Oct.31, 2025 for staff grading day. Happy Halloween!
🌸 Graduate Spotlight: Katherine Duncan 🌸
#WSTEsthetics #WSTProud #WildflowerBodyWax #PortOrchardEsthetics #Dermalogica #Biotherapeutic #PNWEsthetician #WomenInBusiness #SkincareCommunity #WaxSpecialist
Meet Katherine Duncan, a talented West Sound Tech Esthetics graduate who’s now the proud owner of Wildflower Body Wax & Esthetics in Port Orchard, WA! 💖🌿
After completing the College Program (Certificate of Specialization in Esthetics) and earning her license in 2022, Katherine has flourished as a solo esthetician and business owner — creating a welcoming space where clients feel beautiful, confident, and cared for. ✨
💬 “I enjoy making clients feel beautiful and confident.” ~ Katherine Duncan 💕
Katherine’s journey wasn’t without challenges, she faced difficulties finding workplaces where she truly fit in. But with the confidence, skills, and experience she gained from the West Sound Tech Esthetics Program, she found her place by creating her own! 💪🌸
Her advice for current and future esthetics students?
🌟 “Familiarize yourself with all the modalities and do all the services you can while in school! Take advantage of every client and focus on building real relationships, not just doing services.”
And one of her favorite memories from the program? 😆
✨ “The trial and error of underarm waxing with a few of the girls… it was a bit rough haha!”
We’re so proud of Katherine for blossoming into a confident esthetician and business owner who continues to represent West Sound Tech with passion and professionalism! 🌼
📍 Visit Katherine at Wildflower Body Wax & Esthetics in Port Orchard, WA
💻 wildflowerbodywax.glossgenius.com https://wildflowerbodywax.glossgenius.com
📸 Instagram: @wildflowerbodywaxandesthetics https://www.instagram.com/wildflowerbodywaxandesthetics
📘 Facebook: Wildflower Body Wax & Esthetics
#WSTEsthetics #WSTProud #WildflowerBodyWax #PortOrchardEsthetics #Dermalogica #Biotherapeutic #PNWEsthetician #WomenInBusiness #SkincareCommunity #WaxSpecialist
Meet Katherine Duncan, a talented West Sound Tech Esthetics graduate who’s now the proud owner of Wildflower Body Wax & Esthetics in Port Orchard, WA! 💖🌿
After completing the College Program (Certificate of Specialization in Esthetics) and earning her license in 2022, Katherine has flourished as a solo esthetician and business owner — creating a welcoming space where clients feel beautiful, confident, and cared for. ✨
💬 “I enjoy making clients feel beautiful and confident.” ~ Katherine Duncan 💕
Katherine’s journey wasn’t without challenges, she faced difficulties finding workplaces where she truly fit in. But with the confidence, skills, and experience she gained from the West Sound Tech Esthetics Program, she found her place by creating her own! 💪🌸
Her advice for current and future esthetics students?
🌟 “Familiarize yourself with all the modalities and do all the services you can while in school! Take advantage of every client and focus on building real relationships, not just doing services.”
And one of her favorite memories from the program? 😆
✨ “The trial and error of underarm waxing with a few of the girls… it was a bit rough haha!”
We’re so proud of Katherine for blossoming into a confident esthetician and business owner who continues to represent West Sound Tech with passion and professionalism! 🌼
📍 Visit Katherine at Wildflower Body Wax & Esthetics in Port Orchard, WA
💻 wildflowerbodywax.glossgenius.com https://wildflowerbodywax.glossgenius.com
📸 Instagram: @wildflowerbodywaxandesthetics https://www.instagram.com/wildflowerbodywaxandesthetics
📘 Facebook: Wildflower Body Wax & Esthetics
"Just wrapped up an awesome Try-a-Trade event at the Kitsap Pavilion with my construction careers class! Watching these students get hands-on experience and discover their potential in the trades is truly inspiring. Big thanks to all the vendors and volunteers who made this possible! 🚧💪 #TryATrade #ConstructionCareers #KitsapPavilion #FutureBuilders #WestSoundTech #LevelUp"
✨ Graduate Spotlight: Stephanie VanWinkle ✨
#WSTEsthetics #WSTProud #SpaAnew #SequimSkincare #Dermalogica #Biotherapeutic #EstheticianLife #WomenInBusiness #PNWEsthetician
Meet Stephanie VanWinkle, a proud graduate of the West Sound Tech Esthetics College Program, Class of 2022! 🎓💆♀️
After completing the program and earning her Esthetics License in 2022, Stephanie launched her own thriving business Spa Anew in beautiful Sequim, WA! 🌿✨
As a solo esthetician and spa owner, Stephanie has built a calming space where clients can relax, rejuvenate, and feel confident in their skin. 💖 She’s passionate about helping others look and feel their best, while continuing to grow and learn in an industry that’s always evolving.
💬 “The ability to help others feel more confident in their own skin”, that’s what Stephanie loves most about her career!
Stephanie says the West Sound Tech Esthetics Program was the perfect steppingstone toward her success, helping her build the foundation and confidence to start her own business. 🙌
Her advice for future estheticians?
🌟 “Don’t take on too much at once — and never discount your self-worth! Continue learning, growing, and striving for excellence.”
Fun fact: Stephanie was the oldest in her class — proving that it’s *never too late to follow your passion!* 💪💫
We’re so proud to see how far she’s come and how beautifully she represents the WST Esthetics community! 🌸
📍 Visit Stephanie at Spa Anew in Sequim, WA
💻 Spa Anew Website https://mysite.vagaro.com/spaanew
#WSTEsthetics #WSTProud #SpaAnew #SequimSkincare #Dermalogica #Biotherapeutic #EstheticianLife #WomenInBusiness #PNWEsthetician
Meet Stephanie VanWinkle, a proud graduate of the West Sound Tech Esthetics College Program, Class of 2022! 🎓💆♀️
After completing the program and earning her Esthetics License in 2022, Stephanie launched her own thriving business Spa Anew in beautiful Sequim, WA! 🌿✨
As a solo esthetician and spa owner, Stephanie has built a calming space where clients can relax, rejuvenate, and feel confident in their skin. 💖 She’s passionate about helping others look and feel their best, while continuing to grow and learn in an industry that’s always evolving.
💬 “The ability to help others feel more confident in their own skin”, that’s what Stephanie loves most about her career!
Stephanie says the West Sound Tech Esthetics Program was the perfect steppingstone toward her success, helping her build the foundation and confidence to start her own business. 🙌
Her advice for future estheticians?
🌟 “Don’t take on too much at once — and never discount your self-worth! Continue learning, growing, and striving for excellence.”
Fun fact: Stephanie was the oldest in her class — proving that it’s *never too late to follow your passion!* 💪💫
We’re so proud to see how far she’s come and how beautifully she represents the WST Esthetics community! 🌸
📍 Visit Stephanie at Spa Anew in Sequim, WA
💻 Spa Anew Website https://mysite.vagaro.com/spaanew
WST staff were very good to me today! It was appreciated. We look forward to reasons to celebrate with food.
A couple of action shots of WST Cosmetology and Collision Repair students working on their projects! #levelupatwst
