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
WST 3D Animation and Game Design class working on some coding! #levelupatWST
🌟 **Graduate Spotlight: Kaynoni George** 🌟
#WSTEsthetics #WSTProud #Dermalogica #Biotherapeutic #SkincareCommunity
Meet **Kaynoni George**, a proud **West Sound Tech Esthetics graduate** who’s been thriving in the beauty and wellness industry since completing the program in **December 2022**!
After finishing the high school program and part of the college program, Kaynoni earned her esthetics license in January 2023 and she’s been making glowing results happen ever since!
💆♀️ You can now find her at Melt Massage + Skincare on Bainbridge Island, where she’s been part of the team for over two years, helping clients feel confident and cared for. Kaynoni has developed a true passion for continuing education, especially when it comes to ingredient formulation, skin chemistry, and working with acne-prone and sensitive skin types.
✨ “What I enjoy most about my esthetics career is the opportunity to connect with new people and create safe environments where clients feel supported.” — Kaynoni George
Kaynoni credits the Esthetics program at West Sound Tech for helping her find her confidence, overcome challenges, and build the structure and motivation she needed to succeed.
Her advice to future esthetics students? 💬
👉 *“Stay true to yourself! There will always be a new trend, a new product, a new skincare line. Focus on what works for you and your clients.”*
We’re so proud of Kaynoni and all she’s achieved, from her time at WST to her growing career at Melt Massage + Skincare!
📲 Follow her journey and skincare expertise:
Instagram: @esthetics.kaynoni & @melt_bainbridge
https://www.instagram.com/melt_bainbridge
Facebook: Melt Massage + Skincare
#WSTEsthetics #WSTProud #Dermalogica #Biotherapeutic #SkincareCommunity
Meet **Kaynoni George**, a proud **West Sound Tech Esthetics graduate** who’s been thriving in the beauty and wellness industry since completing the program in **December 2022**!
After finishing the high school program and part of the college program, Kaynoni earned her esthetics license in January 2023 and she’s been making glowing results happen ever since!
💆♀️ You can now find her at Melt Massage + Skincare on Bainbridge Island, where she’s been part of the team for over two years, helping clients feel confident and cared for. Kaynoni has developed a true passion for continuing education, especially when it comes to ingredient formulation, skin chemistry, and working with acne-prone and sensitive skin types.
✨ “What I enjoy most about my esthetics career is the opportunity to connect with new people and create safe environments where clients feel supported.” — Kaynoni George
Kaynoni credits the Esthetics program at West Sound Tech for helping her find her confidence, overcome challenges, and build the structure and motivation she needed to succeed.
Her advice to future esthetics students? 💬
👉 *“Stay true to yourself! There will always be a new trend, a new product, a new skincare line. Focus on what works for you and your clients.”*
We’re so proud of Kaynoni and all she’s achieved, from her time at WST to her growing career at Melt Massage + Skincare!
📲 Follow her journey and skincare expertise:
Instagram: @esthetics.kaynoni & @melt_bainbridge
https://www.instagram.com/melt_bainbridge
Facebook: Melt Massage + Skincare
Bremerton Superintendent, Dr. Slade McSheehy stopped by WST to get a manicure done and to show some Bremerton High School Homecoming Spirit painting his nails blue and gold! Go Knight!
Excited to see our 2nd-year students diving into hands-on learning in our Construction Careers class! 🛠️ From mastering tools to exploring real-world building techniques, they’re building skills that will lay the foundation for their futures. Proud of their hard work and dedication—these future builders are shaping more than just structures! 🚧👷♂️👷♀️ #ConstructionCareers #FutureBuilders #HandsOnLearning #morningclass #afternoonclass
Medical Careers class practicing removing PPE effectively.
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Medical Careers Students learning how to brush a patient's teeth.
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✨ WST Esthetics Graduate Spotlight Series ✨
Celebrating our amazing graduates who are making their mark in the esthetics industry! 💆♀️🌿
Meet Theresa Trotland, who graduated from the WST Esthetics College Program in June 2023 and became licensed the same year. Today, she works at Angeline Spa as both an esthetician and massage therapist. 🌟
Theresa loves every aspect of esthetics, from facials to brows to waxing, but says:
💖 “It’s so gratifying when I hand the mirror to my guest and see how happy they are with the results.”
She shares that the program gave her the confidence to step into her new role fully prepared. Her advice for future students: stay focused, complete every assignment, and enjoy the journey — this program is fun and exciting! 🎓
Fun fact: Theresa was the oldest student in her class — and she proudly achieved her lifelong dream of becoming an esthetician. Proof that it’s never too late to chase your dreams! 🙌✨
👏 We’re so proud of you, Theresa!
📲 Connect with her on Facebook: Theresa Willis Trotland
#WSTEsthetics #Dermalogica #BioTherapeutics #SpaLife #Facials #EstheticsJourney
Let's help our friends in South Kitsap and vote for them to win a stadium renovation! https://www.t-mobile.com/brand/friday-night-5g-lights#check-out-the-top-25
#levelupatwst!
Sometimes "firsts" happen at West Sound Tech Cosmetology. First shampoo first-first haircut- first manicure!
WST Esthetics class learning about sensitive skin and learning to communicate non-verbally! #levelupatwst
As we begin Phase 2 modernization we are able to work for the project to make our own welding tables. Not only does this save money, it's a real world job and we can build them to the exact specifications we want! So exciting! #levelupatwst
