π STUDENT SPOTLIGHT: COSMETOLOGY! π¨β¨
Our Cosmetology students are bringing their artistry and technique to life! π©π»βπ¨π
Theyβve been training on specialized mannequins with real-skin textureβlearning how to map out symmetrical, face-flattering eyebrows π§π½βπ¨βοΈ and master seamless makeup application for every skin tone and style π©πΏβπ. Working on realistic textures builds the muscle memory, precision, and confidence needed before serving real clients in the salon!
Way to go!
Our Cosmetology students are bringing their artistry and technique to life! π©π»βπ¨π
Theyβve been training on specialized mannequins with real-skin textureβlearning how to map out symmetrical, face-flattering eyebrows π§π½βπ¨βοΈ and master seamless makeup application for every skin tone and style π©πΏβπ. Working on realistic textures builds the muscle memory, precision, and confidence needed before serving real clients in the salon!
Way to go!
π¨ EMERGENCY MEDICAL RESPONDER! ππ¨
Our EMR students are in action learning critical, life-saving patient transport techniques! π©Ίβ‘
From mastering emergency floor drags to clear a scene safely π§π»βππͺ, to navigating tight stairwells using a stair chair π§πΏβπ½βπ¦½, to executing proper body mechanics when loading a stretcher π©π½ββοΈπβour future first responders are building the physical skills, teamwork, and confidence needed to move patients safely in any emergency.
We are so proud of these students!
Our EMR students are in action learning critical, life-saving patient transport techniques! π©Ίβ‘
From mastering emergency floor drags to clear a scene safely π§π»βππͺ, to navigating tight stairwells using a stair chair π§πΏβπ½βπ¦½, to executing proper body mechanics when loading a stretcher π©π½ββοΈπβour future first responders are building the physical skills, teamwork, and confidence needed to move patients safely in any emergency.
We are so proud of these students!
ποΈππ STUDENT SPOTLIGHT: HUMAN BODY SYSTEMS! π§ β¨
Our Human Body Systems students have been exploring how we experience the world around usβputting their five senses to the test through hands-on experiments! π©π»βπ¬π¬
From mapping taste receptors to testing sensory adaptation, our students are discovering the incredible biology behind how our brains process sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell π¨πΌββοΈποΈ. Real science happens when you step away from the textbook and experience it firsthand!
Our Human Body Systems students have been exploring how we experience the world around usβputting their five senses to the test through hands-on experiments! π©π»βπ¬π¬
From mapping taste receptors to testing sensory adaptation, our students are discovering the incredible biology behind how our brains process sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell π¨πΌββοΈποΈ. Real science happens when you step away from the textbook and experience it firsthand!
π Big news! We are so excited to announce our TEACHER OF THE YEAR! ππ
Huge congratulations to Chef Stephanie White! π©βπ³β¨
Thank you for your incredible dedication, passion, and the amazing energy you bring to our school and students every single day. We are so proud of you! πβ€οΈπ
Huge congratulations to Chef Stephanie White! π©βπ³β¨
Thank you for your incredible dedication, passion, and the amazing energy you bring to our school and students every single day. We are so proud of you! πβ€οΈπ
"Will you put a picture of me with my welds on Facebook?"
You bet! We are so proud of our students! And they are proud of themselves!
You bet! We are so proud of our students! And they are proud of themselves!
π Big things are happening at the WBR Career Academy! π οΈπ₯½
Today, our students stepped into the future of skilled trades, thanks to a special visit from the "Be Pro Be Proud" mobile unit, brought to us through our partnership with the Louisiana Association of Business and Industry (LABI)! πβ¨
Our kids got hands-on experience exploring high-tech, high-demand careers through incredible virtual reality simulationsβgiving them a real look at what it takes to power, build, and move Louisiana forward.
We were deeply honored to host a distinguished group of leaders who came out to show their support for West Baton Rouge youth and workforce education, including:
πΉ Governor of Louisiana, Jeff Landry
πΉ Mayor of Port Allen, Terecita Pattan
πΉ WBR Parish President, Jason Manola
πΉ WBR Parish Sheriff, Jeff Bergeron
...along with many other state and local dignitaries and community partners!
Thank you to LABI, Be Pro Be Proud, and all of our local leadership for investing in the next generation of Louisiana's workforce! The future is bright at WBR Career Academy! ππ
Today, our students stepped into the future of skilled trades, thanks to a special visit from the "Be Pro Be Proud" mobile unit, brought to us through our partnership with the Louisiana Association of Business and Industry (LABI)! πβ¨
Our kids got hands-on experience exploring high-tech, high-demand careers through incredible virtual reality simulationsβgiving them a real look at what it takes to power, build, and move Louisiana forward.
We were deeply honored to host a distinguished group of leaders who came out to show their support for West Baton Rouge youth and workforce education, including:
πΉ Governor of Louisiana, Jeff Landry
πΉ Mayor of Port Allen, Terecita Pattan
πΉ WBR Parish President, Jason Manola
πΉ WBR Parish Sheriff, Jeff Bergeron
...along with many other state and local dignitaries and community partners!
Thank you to LABI, Be Pro Be Proud, and all of our local leadership for investing in the next generation of Louisiana's workforce! The future is bright at WBR Career Academy! ππ
π¬ π©ΈOur Medical Assistant students have been diving deep into clinical lab science this week! π©Ίβ¨
Theyβve been exploring blood filtration and tonicityβtesting how red blood cells react in tap water, filtered water, and salt water π©π»βπ¬π§ͺ. Then, they took it a step further by examining living blood cells up close under the microscope! π¬π¨π½ββοΈ Real-world diagnostics start with understanding biology at the cellular level.
Theyβve been exploring blood filtration and tonicityβtesting how red blood cells react in tap water, filtered water, and salt water π©π»βπ¬π§ͺ. Then, they took it a step further by examining living blood cells up close under the microscope! π¬π¨π½ββοΈ Real-world diagnostics start with understanding biology at the cellular level.
πͺ΅ STUDENT SPOTLIGHT: CARPENTRY! π
Our carpentry students have been making dust and honing their craft in the shop this past week! πͺβ¨
Theyβve been focusing on precision measurement and exact cuts π©π»βπ while crafting custom hardwood cutting boards π§π½βπͺ΅βlearning glue-ups, sanding techniques, and beautiful wood-grain alignment from start to finish π©πΏβπ¨. Real craftsmanship starts with mastering the fundamentals!
Our carpentry students have been making dust and honing their craft in the shop this past week! πͺβ¨
Theyβve been focusing on precision measurement and exact cuts π©π»βπ while crafting custom hardwood cutting boards π§π½βπͺ΅βlearning glue-ups, sanding techniques, and beautiful wood-grain alignment from start to finish π©πΏβπ¨. Real craftsmanship starts with mastering the fundamentals!
π³ STUDENT SPOTLIGHT: CULINARY ARTS! π«
Our culinary students have been cooking up a storm in the kitchen this past week! π©π½βπ³π₯
Theyβve been busy mastering the art of the perfect breakfastβplating up savory dishes π§π»βπ³π₯ and blending up vibrant, delicious smoothies π§πΎβπ³π₯€. From precision knife skills to balancing flavors, they're building real kitchen confidence every single day!
We can't wait to see what they cook up next!
Our culinary students have been cooking up a storm in the kitchen this past week! π©π½βπ³π₯
Theyβve been busy mastering the art of the perfect breakfastβplating up savory dishes π§π»βπ³π₯ and blending up vibrant, delicious smoothies π§πΎβπ³π₯€. From precision knife skills to balancing flavors, they're building real kitchen confidence every single day!
We can't wait to see what they cook up next!
π₯ SPOTLIGHT ON OUR STUDENTS! π₯
Our Welding I & II students are putting in serious work in the shop! π οΈπ₯ Check out what theyβve been tackling lately:
β¨ Welding I: Getting those fundamental weld beads down solid π§π»βπ and mastering essential prep on the grinder π§π½βπβοΈ
π Welding II: Leveling up to tough pipe welds π§πΏβπ and collaborating to troubleshoot setups together π§πΌββππ€π§πΎβπ
We are so proud of these students!
Our Welding I & II students are putting in serious work in the shop! π οΈπ₯ Check out what theyβve been tackling lately:
β¨ Welding I: Getting those fundamental weld beads down solid π§π»βπ and mastering essential prep on the grinder π§π½βπβοΈ
π Welding II: Leveling up to tough pipe welds π§πΏβπ and collaborating to troubleshoot setups together π§πΌββππ€π§πΎβπ
We are so proud of these students!
π Roll, wrap, repeat! ππ½
Our Cosmetology I students tackled one of the ultimate beauty school rite-of-passage milestones today: their very first perm rod wraps! ππ»ββοΈβ¨
From mastering crisp end-paper folds to keeping tension smooth and even, learning the physics of curl creation takes serious patience and hand control. A few hand cramps and dynamic rod patterns later, these future pros are officially getting the twist of it! π½πΌ
Practice makes perfect, and every single rod brings them one step closer to salon-floor perfection. πΌππΏ
Our Cosmetology I students tackled one of the ultimate beauty school rite-of-passage milestones today: their very first perm rod wraps! ππ»ββοΈβ¨
From mastering crisp end-paper folds to keeping tension smooth and even, learning the physics of curl creation takes serious patience and hand control. A few hand cramps and dynamic rod patterns later, these future pros are officially getting the twist of it! π½πΌ
Practice makes perfect, and every single rod brings them one step closer to salon-floor perfection. πΌππΏ
Cutting Board Creativity! πΈπͺ΅ Check out what this star student made when he was given an assignment that gave him choice! π€©β¨
Taking full advantage of the creative freedom in his Carpentry I project, he rocked this custom hardwood cutting board shaped like an electric guitar! πΆπͺ
From mapping out the unique body contours to carefully gluing up contrast hardwood stripes for the neck and body, this project took precision planning, sharp tool control, and serious attention to detail. ππͺ΅β‘
Hands-on learning hits different when students get to bring their own passions into the shop. π§ π‘
Taking full advantage of the creative freedom in his Carpentry I project, he rocked this custom hardwood cutting board shaped like an electric guitar! πΆπͺ
From mapping out the unique body contours to carefully gluing up contrast hardwood stripes for the neck and body, this project took precision planning, sharp tool control, and serious attention to detail. ππͺ΅β‘
Hands-on learning hits different when students get to bring their own passions into the shop. π§ π‘
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with us! π«β¨
Our ProStart II students from Guatemala brought a taste of home to class today by preparing authentic tamales using their own family recipes. From meticulously wrapping the corn husks to perfecting the rich, savory fillings passed down through generations, their hard work and heritage were on full display.
We are so proud of these talented young chefs for sharing their culture, culinary skills, and family traditions with our school community.
Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! β€οΈ
Our ProStart II students from Guatemala brought a taste of home to class today by preparing authentic tamales using their own family recipes. From meticulously wrapping the corn husks to perfecting the rich, savory fillings passed down through generations, their hard work and heritage were on full display.
We are so proud of these talented young chefs for sharing their culture, culinary skills, and family traditions with our school community.
Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! β€οΈ
βοΈπββοΈ Precision in progress! πβ¨
Our Cosmetology II students are mastering advanced haircutting techniques in the salon this week! ππ They took on the iconic 90-degree cutsβa fundamental technique that creates beautiful movement, balanced volume, and seamless layers.
πHolding sections at a true 90Β° angle takes focus, steady hands, and sharp spatial awareness! ππ From sectioning and elevation to clean shears work, these future stylists are showing off serious precision and artistry.
π¨π€©Future salon chairs are going to be in great hands! ππ Keep up the fantastic work! π
Our Cosmetology II students are mastering advanced haircutting techniques in the salon this week! ππ They took on the iconic 90-degree cutsβa fundamental technique that creates beautiful movement, balanced volume, and seamless layers.
πHolding sections at a true 90Β° angle takes focus, steady hands, and sharp spatial awareness! ππ From sectioning and elevation to clean shears work, these future stylists are showing off serious precision and artistry.
π¨π€©Future salon chairs are going to be in great hands! ππ Keep up the fantastic work! π
π₯πͺ΅ Taking woodworking to the next level! πͺβ¨
One of our talented Carpentry students turned up the heat on his latest project! π¨π After hand-crafting a beautiful hardwood cutting board, he used a blowtorch πͺ΅π₯ to scorch the grainβadding rich contrast, unique character, and awesome visual effects to the finished piece!
This technique brings out the natural beauty of the wood while building precision, safety, and creative technique in the shop. π οΈπ¨
Check out this amazing craftsmanship! ππ Safe to say this board is ready for display (and the kitchen)! π₯©π§
One of our talented Carpentry students turned up the heat on his latest project! π¨π After hand-crafting a beautiful hardwood cutting board, he used a blowtorch πͺ΅π₯ to scorch the grainβadding rich contrast, unique character, and awesome visual effects to the finished piece!
This technique brings out the natural beauty of the wood while building precision, safety, and creative technique in the shop. π οΈπ¨
Check out this amazing craftsmanship! ππ Safe to say this board is ready for display (and the kitchen)! π₯©π§
π₯β¨ Stacking up some serious skills in the kitchen! π³
Our Culinary Occupations students were back in the lab mastering breakfast classics with a high-end twist! π©βπ³π¨βπ³ Todayβs challenge: whipping up fluffy, golden-brown pancakes from scratch π₯ and topping them with a delicious, homemade orange marmalade syrup! ππ―
From balancing citrus acidity with sweet syrup to nailing heat control on the griddle π₯, these future chefs showed off some amazing culinary technique.
Needless to say, the tasting portion of class was a massive hit! ππ½οΈ Great job, team! ππ
Our Culinary Occupations students were back in the lab mastering breakfast classics with a high-end twist! π©βπ³π¨βπ³ Todayβs challenge: whipping up fluffy, golden-brown pancakes from scratch π₯ and topping them with a delicious, homemade orange marmalade syrup! ππ―
From balancing citrus acidity with sweet syrup to nailing heat control on the griddle π₯, these future chefs showed off some amazing culinary technique.
Needless to say, the tasting portion of class was a massive hit! ππ½οΈ Great job, team! ππ
EMT Training in Action: Mastering PPE & Personal Safety π gloves π©Έ
In this hands-on lab, our EMT students π§ββοΈπ©πΎββοΈ practiced one of the most vital baseline skills in Emergency Medical Services: proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) removal using the glove-to-glove, skin-to-skin technique. π§€πΏ
To simulate real-world exposure to blood and bodily fluids, students covered their gloved hands with shaving cream π§΄β¨ before attempting to doff their gear without contaminating their skin. As you can see in the photos πΈπ§Ό, this messy drill provides instant visual feedbackβa single stray drop of foam reveals exactly where a technique breaks down! ππ₯
By building flawless muscle memory in the classroom πΌ π½ πΎ, our future first responders ensure they can keep themselves, their partners, and their patients safe on every call. π©Ήπ½ π¨ π€πΏ
In this hands-on lab, our EMT students π§ββοΈπ©πΎββοΈ practiced one of the most vital baseline skills in Emergency Medical Services: proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) removal using the glove-to-glove, skin-to-skin technique. π§€πΏ
To simulate real-world exposure to blood and bodily fluids, students covered their gloved hands with shaving cream π§΄β¨ before attempting to doff their gear without contaminating their skin. As you can see in the photos πΈπ§Ό, this messy drill provides instant visual feedbackβa single stray drop of foam reveals exactly where a technique breaks down! ππ₯
By building flawless muscle memory in the classroom πΌ π½ πΎ, our future first responders ensure they can keep themselves, their partners, and their patients safe on every call. π©Ήπ½ π¨ π€πΏ
Sawdust, strategy, and serious skill! πͺ΅πͺ Our Carpentry I students officially wrapped up their custom hardwood cutting board project, and the results are incredible! π₯π
Instead of just following a basic template, these students were given total creative freedom to design and build their own boards from scratch. πβοΈ They hand-selected their hardwood combinations, calculated precision cuts, glued and clamped their layouts, and sanded everything down to a silky, food-safe finish. π¦Ίπͺ΅β¨
Projects like this teach far more than just how to handle power toolsβthey build real-world math skills, creative problem-solving, and patience. π§ π‘ Watching raw lumber transform into functional art is what hands-on learning is all about! π©βεπ¨βππ¨
βοΈ Reading between the linesβ¦ or reading the instructions? ππ½ββοΈπ
Our cosmetology students took on the ultimate test of precision today!ππ»
Instead of watching a demo or looking at a reference photo, students had to craft a full hairstyle relying only on written step-by-step directions. The results? Absolutely stunning! π½β¨
It turns out that clear communication is just as crucial as sharp shears. Whether you are translating a clientβs vision from words into reality or giving precise technical instructions, great dialogue builds great style. π¬π½
Our cosmetology students took on the ultimate test of precision today!ππ»
Instead of watching a demo or looking at a reference photo, students had to craft a full hairstyle relying only on written step-by-step directions. The results? Absolutely stunning! π½β¨
It turns out that clear communication is just as crucial as sharp shears. Whether you are translating a clientβs vision from words into reality or giving precise technical instructions, great dialogue builds great style. π¬π½
Carpentry classes start out with simple but meaningful projects! Students used tools and measurements to make the perfect bird feeders!
