Last week, Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute New Orleans welcomed 23 new students to the February class start. The class is made up of various high school graduates from schools such as Dominican High School, West Jefferson High School, Northshore High School, Fountain Bleau High School, John Curtis High School, East St. John High School, Helen Cox High School, and Lake Oswego High School in Illinois.

Director, Cris Armand is excited for the new students to embark on their new journey towards a successful and exciting career in the beauty industry.

New students attended Camp Aveda to kick off their beauty school education. Read about some of their experiences below.

“Enjoying my time here so much. Everyone is so friendly and fun!”

“I am in the right place and learning about the history and tradition is invaluable.”

Check out some of the pictures taken from their first week at Camp Aveda.