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Board discusses exploratory cosmetology program at Wetzel Tech; Tyler County offers to share costs
Summary
Board members discussed exploratory planning for a cosmetology program at Wetzel Tech, including state-hours requirements (discussion of a 1,000-hour hair certification path vs. full 1,800-hour cosmetology), space and plumbing/electrical needs in a former bus-garage building, and a proposal from Tyler County to cost-share seats; superintendent said the effort remains investigatory and not likely for fall 2026.
The board discussed an exploratory cosmetology program at the Wetzel Tech center. Mrs. Porter said the district is "only in the investigative stages" and that the state has adjusted hour requirements discussed by staff — noting conversation that a full cosmetology program could require more hours while a 1,000-hour path may allow students to be certified in hair-related work. "There's interest," Porter…
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