May 2025

Simeon High School Fantasy Hair Competition

In an inspiring celebration of youth empowerment, creativity, and vocational excellence, the Simeon High School Cosmetology Program hosted a vibrant Fantasy Hair Competition featuring its talented student stylists. This event showcased the technical skills and imaginative flair of cosmetology students as they transformed unconventional items into fantasy-themed masterpieces.

Led by the dynamic cosmetology instructor at Simeon, the competition challenged students to push creative boundaries—resulting in stunning presentations.

Peytyn Willborn, founder of Quality Life Chicago and Director of Youth Programming, served as an expert judge alongside industry professionals. As a longtime supporter of vocational education and entrepreneurship, she brought heartfelt encouragement and insightful feedback to the young competitors.

This event highlighted the importance of vocational trade programs in equipping youth with real-world skills and platforms to express themselves boldly. The competition not only crowned a winner but celebrated every student for their vision, teamwork, and dedication.

April 27, 2024

Screening of “the families and faces behind the violence”

Quality Life hosted a dinner and private viewing of this powerful new documentary.