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To Whom It May Concern,
As a body of students and former students we are collectively writing this letter to ask for a change in the leadership and education of Phagans. We realize that the voice of one person is often not as powerful as a body of people, thus the multitude of signatures is a unified agreement of the issues addressed in this document.
Firstly, we would like to acknowledge the education that was supplied to get us to the point at which we are, whether it be licensed and practicing or in school and learning. We are appreciative of the time and energy invested. That being said, the motivation in writing this is not to condemn but to imporove the quality of what is already in existence. We see major flaws in the system and it is out of concern that we are choosing to address them. Bandaging the syptoms is not at all what we seek to accomplish, we want to dig to the root of the problem. We hope that in boldly and respectfully speaking out what we see, the appropriate changes will be made.
As a whole, the level of respect for human beings, whether they be educators, students or customers, is lacking at best. The way people are treated in this business, representing an industry that exists solely to promote beauty and self confidence is atrocious. A school is supposed to set the standard of technique, business and personal style, a solid foundation to build upon. Instead, as a whole we have constantly found inconsistancy, belittling and honestly, not being able to trust much of the instructions given. We acknowledge that it is a school, a learning ground, but if the teachers word cannot be trusted because of lack of skill, tecnique or they really just don't care, then there is something seriously wrong. At each corner, we are met with micromanagement but nothing is truly managed as a business should be. Not only is it a business but a school. A facility that exists to train and set the standards for professionals to be sent out from.
This letter is not a list of what we think is wrong, for a reason; there are two sides to every story. We are taking responsibility for ours and are pleading you to look at the Phagans schools, as a whole, with open eyes. The issues we see are obvious to most anyone who walks through the front door. We are asking for you to look but to also take the steps forward to seriously change things. We are walking the same road to make both our current and future businesses to best that they can be; excelling in extravagent respect, consistent organization and over the top customer service. You have the opportunity to set the standard.
Thank you for your time and energy, we hope you will take it to heart.
Sincerely,
The students and customers of Phagans
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August 20, 2015
I really thought this might just fizzle out but seeing all these people showing up is honestly a lot to take in. It feels like we are finally pulling the curtain back on stuff that has been swept under the rug for way too long and I am just trying to keep up with the pace of everything happening right now.
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I hope to see a positive change, I do not believe it is all bad. However there are many issues that need to be addressed and when you speak of them to anyone other that a student they tend to fall on deaf ears.
I would like to address how Newport Phagans has lost students but still books the same amount of clients, taking girls lunches, breaks, even some girls have gotten nervous to go to the bathroom during a haircut. We are pressed for time, haven't eaten or stopped all day, and using the excuse "real life will be like this" makes no sense. In real life we would schedule our clients appropriately. I love going to school but when I am SWEATING dripping on clients, shaky handed, its not fun for the client or for me. I just want our school to thrive, and for our students to actually survive!
The Newport Phagan's told me that even though I was having health issues that required many doctor appointments, they couldn't accommodate me by putting me to a part-time student. I had to quit because of having to be able to make all the appointments, and if I didn't quit, my overtime pay to Phagan's would have been ridiculous. If they would have been able to accommodate me I wouldn't have had to quit.
I would love to see some positive changes at Phagans. My time there was so stressful at times that it shouldn't of been. I hardly got any of the classes I was supposed to get, the classes that I was in were repeat classes that I had already had and they would just sign me for a different one. Something needs to change so that we can actually be prepared to go out and take our test and start working.
I 100% agree with the sentiments of this letter. Phagans' in Bend and also in other cities do not have a solid reputation for producing a confident and excited stylist. On the contrary the result is often timid fear of the industry. Most of the students lack the confidence and even the ability to take on their newfound career. ~Renae
Should really call this school "Fake-ans" because the education is so horrible. The teacher's don't care if you pass, fail or drop out. They just want your money.
Should really call this school "Fake-ans" because the education is so horrible. The teacher's don't care if you pass, fail or drop out. They just want your money.
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Final supporters
To Whom It May Concern,
As a body of students and former students we are collectively writing this letter to ask for a change in the leadership and education of Phagans. We realize that the voice of one person is often not as powerful as a body of people, thus the multitude of signatures is a unified agreement of the issues addressed in this document.
Firstly, we would like to acknowledge the education that was supplied to get us to the point at which we are, whether it be licensed and practicing or in school and learning. We are appreciative of the time and energy invested. That being said, the motivation in writing this is not to condemn but to imporove the quality of what is already in existence. We see major flaws in the system and it is out of concern that we are choosing to address them. Bandaging the syptoms is not at all what we seek to accomplish, we want to dig to the root of the problem. We hope that in boldly and respectfully speaking out what we see, the appropriate changes will be made.
As a whole, the level of respect for human beings, whether they be educators, students or customers, is lacking at best. The way people are treated in this business, representing an industry that exists solely to promote beauty and self confidence is atrocious. A school is supposed to set the standard of technique, business and personal style, a solid foundation to build upon. Instead, as a whole we have constantly found inconsistancy, belittling and honestly, not being able to trust much of the instructions given. We acknowledge that it is a school, a learning ground, but if the teachers word cannot be trusted because of lack of skill, tecnique or they really just don't care, then there is something seriously wrong. At each corner, we are met with micromanagement but nothing is truly managed as a business should be. Not only is it a business but a school. A facility that exists to train and set the standards for professionals to be sent out from.
This letter is not a list of what we think is wrong, for a reason; there are two sides to every story. We are taking responsibility for ours and are pleading you to look at the Phagans schools, as a whole, with open eyes. The issues we see are obvious to most anyone who walks through the front door. We are asking for you to look but to also take the steps forward to seriously change things. We are walking the same road to make both our current and future businesses to best that they can be; excelling in extravagent respect, consistent organization and over the top customer service. You have the opportunity to set the standard.
Thank you for your time and energy, we hope you will take it to heart.
Sincerely,
The students and customers of Phagans
Updates
August 20, 2015
I really thought this might just fizzle out but seeing all these people showing up is honestly a lot to take in. It feels like we are finally pulling the curtain back on stuff that has been swept under the rug for way too long and I am just trying to keep up with the pace of everything happening right now.
25 Comments
It breaks my heart to see those girls losing their drive and enthusiasm for their career path. They should be encouraged , inspired and lifted up everyday! They are expected to treat teachers with respect, but do not get it in return.
I hope to see a positive change, I do not believe it is all bad. However there are many issues that need to be addressed and when you speak of them to anyone other that a student they tend to fall on deaf ears.
I would like to address how Newport Phagans has lost students but still books the same amount of clients, taking girls lunches, breaks, even some girls have gotten nervous to go to the bathroom during a haircut. We are pressed for time, haven't eaten or stopped all day, and using the excuse "real life will be like this" makes no sense. In real life we would schedule our clients appropriately. I love going to school but when I am SWEATING dripping on clients, shaky handed, its not fun for the client or for me. I just want our school to thrive, and for our students to actually survive!
The Newport Phagan's told me that even though I was having health issues that required many doctor appointments, they couldn't accommodate me by putting me to a part-time student. I had to quit because of having to be able to make all the appointments, and if I didn't quit, my overtime pay to Phagan's would have been ridiculous. If they would have been able to accommodate me I wouldn't have had to quit.
I would love to see some positive changes at Phagans. My time there was so stressful at times that it shouldn't of been. I hardly got any of the classes I was supposed to get, the classes that I was in were repeat classes that I had already had and they would just sign me for a different one. Something needs to change so that we can actually be prepared to go out and take our test and start working.
I 100% agree with the sentiments of this letter. Phagans' in Bend and also in other cities do not have a solid reputation for producing a confident and excited stylist. On the contrary the result is often timid fear of the industry. Most of the students lack the confidence and even the ability to take on their newfound career. ~Renae
Should really call this school "Fake-ans" because the education is so horrible. The teacher's don't care if you pass, fail or drop out. They just want your money.
Should really call this school "Fake-ans" because the education is so horrible. The teacher's don't care if you pass, fail or drop out. They just want your money.
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It breaks my heart to see those girls losing their drive and enthusiasm for their career path. They should be encouraged , inspired and lifted up everyday! They are expected to treat teachers with respect, but do not get it in return.