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Item 8 - Narrative SPECIAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION 112 STATE STREET, SUITE 200 SOUTHLAKE TOWN SQUARE SOUTHLAKE, TEXAS 76092 The most rewarding part of furthering your education is discovering what you will love to do in life. Mission Statement At the L Makeup Institute, our mission is to discover, educate, develop and place the best makeup artist and special makeup effects talent. History Founded in 2010 by visionary professional makeup artist Lissette Waugh, the L Makeup Institute is the is the first of its kind in Las Vegas to offer in-depth curriculum developed specifically for students pursuing a career in the makeup and special effects industries. Having started in 2010 with a single classroom in the Arts District in Downtown Las Vegas, the L Makeup Institute has steadily grown since its opening. In 2017, the L Makeup Institute moved into its sprawling, 11,000-square-foot campus at 440 S. Rampart Blvd. B130, located in the trendy Tivoli Village in the heart of Summerlin. Accreditation, Licenses, and Approvals The L Makeup Institute is Accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) and approved to participate in Title IV Federal Student Aid Programs by the Office of the U.S. Department of Education and eligible to receive VA Benefits. ACCSC has recognized L Makeup Institute as a 2017 ACCSC School of Excellence. We are very proud of this achievement and pledge our continued commitment to innovate and improve the delivery of makeup artistry and special makeup effects education. Culture The L Makeup Institute’s faculty and staff are steadfastly committed to a culture that puts students first. Says Lissette Waugh, “We encourage personal responsibility and healthy decision-making, because these foster life-long learning, personal growth and achievement. Our education takes place in a safe, caring, expressive and inclusive, yet very serious, learning environment. We believe that the value of individualized, one-on-one instruction, which is only possible with a low student-to-instructor ratio, is at the heart of our mission to lead each of our students to a creative and satisfying career.” Classrooms are small by design, with an instruction ratio of one teacher per every 12 (1:12) students. This intimate environment encourages student-teacher interaction, which helps students discover and develop their unique style and artistic expression. In order to prepare students for the real world with the appropriate career skills, the curriculum is fast-paced; and students start working with products on Day One. This pacing allows our students to learn efficiently and maximize their time at the L Makeup Institute so our students are prepared to work as a professional makeup artist immediately upon graduating. Pro Advisory The L Makeup Institute’s Program Advisory Committee (P.A.C.) of industry professionals and employers provides valuable input regarding industry trends and the institute’s performance, programs and educational objectives. The Advisory Committee meets twice per year to review L Makeup Institute’s practices to ensure the effectiveness and relevancy of our instructional methods and program curriculum to help improve student performance and marketability upon graduation. Las Vegas Campus Bright and welcoming, the L Makeup Institute boasts clean, mid-century modern design with chic urban hipness - well lit, open spaces; exposed, vaulted ceilings, glitter-infused concrete floors and glass walls; in all, a stylish atmosphere with all the accoutrements, technology and seriousness of a top-notch educational facility. There are four separate training areas that feature every tool students will need - electrical drops, specialized equipment, high definition TVs with surround-sound and video projection; whiteboards, recorded video surveillance and dispensaries, as well as custom-made ovens for baking moisture out of molds and cooking foam latex. The Institute features professionally designed lighting with a 90+ CRI for perfect skin tone matching and technical applications. Other facility amenities include a teacher’s lounge, administrative offices, staff training room, student parking at street level, underground and valet round out the campus. Outside of class, students enjoy convenient access to an elegant, expanded student lounge and library equipped with multiple workstations, printers, books, magazines, and movies; a large photography room; and multiple bathrooms. Oh, and lest we forget to mention, we have a cosmetics store and glitter bar. Who says school can’t be fun? During downtime, students can gather around the many outdoor sitting areas, park and cafes that are just a quick stroll away. It’s the perfect place to invite friends and family to visit on graduation day! The facility and all school equipment fully comply with, and in most cases, exceed, federal, state and local ordinances and regulations, including requirements for fire safety, building safety and handicapped access. In addition, voice recognition software and a laptop is provided for the hearing impaired. L Makeup Institute occupies approximately 11,000 square feet. The physical make up of L Makeup Institute includes: • Two (2) Director’s Offices • An Admissions Office • A Financial Aid Office • A Billing Office • A Teacher Lounge • A Conference Room • Four (4) Classrooms • A Student Lounge • A Photography Room • A Cosmetics Store Southlake Campus The proposed Southlake location will have a similar look and feel and the same technology and equipment as the Las Vegas location. The Southlake location will occupy approximately 15,000 square feet. The physical make up includes: • Two (2) Director’s Offices • Two (2) Admissions Offices • A Financial Aid Office • A Billing Office • Two (2) Administration Offices • A Teacher Lounge • A Conference Room • Nine (9) Classrooms • One (1) Workroom • A Student Lounge • A Photography Room • A Student Store • 1st Floor Retail Store Cosmetic (Retail) Store One of the latest developments to the Institute is its Pro Store. At the Southlake location, it will be located on the first floor. The cosmetic store will be open to the public, carry over 40 professional makeup brands, and offer makeup applications. The products and brands for sale are hand-selected by the Institute’s experienced and knowledgeable staff, based on current industry trends and years of professional experience. All makeup services are done by Professional Artists who are employees of the Cosmetic Store (Students Do Not provide any makeup services on the public). The cosmetics store offers a full selection of makeup tools and equipment including airbrush compressors, airbrush paints and stencils, rolling cases, makeup brushes, and hard to find special effects supplies including clay, latex, prosthetic pieces, ultracal, red heads, and adhesives - all available to achieve professional results! Whether you are a professional artist, makeup enthusiast, or have a special event coming up like a wedding, formals, special night out, or a hot New Year’s Eve party to attend, the L Makeup Cosmetic Store and Pro Artist Consultants can handle all of your needs! We honor all Pro Cards and offer Pro Artist discounts! Student Store The Student Store carries all the products, lab supplies, and equipment the students use in their program of study. The student store also serve as back stock for the Cosmetic Store. Staff and Faculty L Makeup Institute faculty and staff members are experts in their respective fields. Each has years of practical work experience and has been subjected to a rigorous hiring process. All faculty members undergo lengthy orientation and auditioning processes and must attend continuing education training each year. The maximum number of Staff and Faculty will be 16 people although throughout the year when a classroom is empty, the number of faculty is reduced accordingly. Programs The Las Vegas location graduates approximately 100 students per year. The L Makeup Institute offers two Master Diploma Programs that range from 5 - 6 months long. Each Program combines multiple Courses to provide comprehensive training in the students chosen career field. The Journey: Master Makeup Artistry Program - 635 Clock Hours / 20 weeks (C.I.P. Code 12.0406) Provides the graduate a major in makeup artistry with a minor in special makeup effects. Courses Included: Mastering the Art of Beauty / Introduction to Body Painting & Airbrush / Special Effects 101 Total Cost of the Program including Lab Fees, Equipment, Makeup Kit, Books, and Materials: $20,390 The Journey: Master Makeup SFX Program – 552.5 Clock Hours / 17 weeks Provides the graduate a major in special makeup effects with a minor in makeup artistry. Courses Included: SFX Beauty Fundamentals / Introduction to Body Painting & Airbrush / Special Effects 101 / Advanced Prosthetics Total Cost of the Program including Lab Fees, Equipment, Makeup Kit, Books, and Materials: $18,985 Holidays // Hours Administrative office hours are 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Classes are scheduled from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm. Students and faculty start arriving at 8:30 am and start leaving at 4:30 pm. Both the offices and school are closed on weekends and major holidays. The school also takes a two-week break between Christmas and New Year. While the (9) classrooms combined at full capacity can hold up to a total of 116 students at one time, due to the way classes are scheduled with periodic down times, the average number of students at any one time will be less. We estimate 70% of our students drive or carpool, with 30% being dropped off. Our Students The following student information and statistics are from the Las Vegas location. The information shown below was prepared for our Accrediting Agency for the Enrollment Period of July 2016 through November 2017.