About Us

Our Team

Lisa Pearce
Cosmetology Instructor

Ms. “D” (Lisa D. Pearce) comes from a business management background. After becoming a single parent, she decided she needed a new career path that would give her more flexibility to raise her young daughter. So she enrolled in the Sonora High School Cosmetology Program, not really knowing if it was the right “fit” for her. “I did not think I was artistically inclined, but found I really enjoyed what I was doing”, Pearce said. Nearly thirty years later, and now a credentialed Cosmetology Instructor for the past 19 years. Pearce says, “After years behind the chair, I still love my job and my profession, how many people can say that!” Pearce added, “I love to share the things I have learned over the years with the students. Teaching has given me renewed passion and an outlet to give back to the profession that has done so much for me.”

Kelli Slater
Cosmetology Instructor

Kelli Slater is a graduate of Sonora High Cosmetology Program. She has worked as a stylist/manicurist for nearly 30 years at a local salon. Kelli continues to bring “real life” experience to her students since she is still currently working behind the chair on a weekly basis. Her career is her passion, with an emphasis on hair color, cutting and waxing. She has attended many advanced level continuing education workshops and is passionate about the effect it has on beginning stylist as well as the seasoned stylist.
Kelli is married with two your children and a lifelong Tuolumne County resident. She enjoys traveling camping, atv’s and bike riding with her spare time. One of her favorite motto’s is “Nobody is ever born a great anything. People learn and develop skills.” She believes wholeheartedly in the Sonora High Cosmetology Program because of all the opportunities it has provided for her.

Why Choose Us

Your Education Is Our TOP Priority

Our education team is committed to providing you with the knowledge and skills you will need to have a successful career in Cosmetology. Staying current on what is trending and bringing our experience as working stylists enhances the students learning experience.

State of The Art Facility

Our new building is designed with the educational needs of the student in mind. Large educational room with power point presentation. Private Aesthetics room, secluded Manicure/Pedicure room, spacious work stations with lockable lockers, and fully stocked lab for color formulation.

Affordable Tuition Fees

Adult students pay only $1,650.00 and have student fees of $50.00 (due in August/January) Sonora High School students pay $450.00 and have no student fees. These tuition fees may change at any time, so take advantage of these low tuition fees now. Click here for the full SH Cosmetology Fees