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Chyna Johnson
Why Rainbows Appear After It Rains
A rainbow is one of nature’s most beautiful sights. It often appears after it rains when the sun begins to shine.Although rainbows may look magical,they are actually created by the way light travels through tiny water droplets in the air.
Sunlight may look white, but it is made up of many different colors. When sunlight enters a raindrop,the light bends again as it leaves.This process separates the light into the colors of the rainbow:Red ,Orange,Yellow,Green,Blue,Indigo,and Violet.
The position of the sun is important for seeing a rainbow. The sun must be behind the person looking at the rainbow,while the rain is in front of them. If the sun is too high in the sky, it is much harder to see the rainbow.
Every person sees their own rainbow because the light reaches each person's eyes from a slightly different angle. This means that no two people are actually seeing the exact same rainbow ,even if they are standing close together.
Rainbows remind us that science can explain many amazing things we see in nature. They are not only colorful and beautiful but also a great example of how light and water work together to create something unforgettable.
Ryn Melton, Editor
Cosmetology
Cosmetology has always been a profession that interests me so if anybody was looking for some information on it, here it is! I will be telling you about the education required for cosmetology, what you would be working with, and other professions that are similar to cosmetology or maybe you didn’t know are a form of Cosmetology.
Education Required
In most states a high school diploma or a GED is required. To be a full-time Cosmetologist, you must go to college for 12-14 months. The training hours vary from 1,000-2,100 hours depending on what state you live in. Some helpful classes to take in school to get you prepared for Cosmetology are Art and Design because you learn about color theory, proportions, and design. Another one is Biology because you learn about the structure and function of hair, skin, and nails.
What you would be working with
You will work with a variety of clients. You will work with tools such as cutting and shaping tools such as clippers, shears, razors, and trimmers. You would also be working with styling tools such as flat irons and curling wands. You would be working with chemicals and coloring products. You’d be working with extensions, and accessories, and finally a variety of sanitation and safety products to keep you, as well as your client safe.
Other professions that are similar and some unknown twins of Cosmetology
Some professions that are similar to cosmetology include a Salon Manager, or a Beauty Advisor. Both of these professions share large similarities and core skills with cosmetology. Types of Cosmetology include Estheticians, Makeup Artist, Hair Color Specialist, Writer/Beauty Content Creator, Barber, Product Representative for marketing beauty products, a Cosmetology Instructor, a Skin Specialist, a Nail Technician, a Beauty Consultant, a Stylist, a Hairstylist/hair cutting expert, and a Shampoo Assistant. All of these studies go hand and hand with Cosmetology. They all are crucial parts of it.
Conclusion
Cosmetology is an amazing practice in my opinion and an amazing career. Cosmetology has always been an interest of mine, and I hope after reading this you are interested in it too!!!! Thank you for taking the time to read this:)
2026-2027 Hawks News Team
Editor – Ryn Melton
Asst. Editor – Austyn Mills
Service Learning Manager – Tena Eason
Service Learning Asst. Manager – Bibiana Zuniga Tomas
Reporter – Raymond Chambers
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7th Grade Editor – Cali Brock
Reporters 7th Grade – Ava Freeman & Chyna Johnson
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