Student Stories

Meet Paragon Rising Star Destiny Hicks of Petsense in Athens, TN, whose hard work and passion lead to an early graduation!

Meet Paragon Rising Star and Groom Tech Grad Tanya Vlahovic of Petsense in Columbia, TN, whose hard work and dedication are paying dividends!

Meet Paragon Rising Star Ashley Albert of Petsense in Sulphur Springs, TX, whose love for animals fuels her passion for grooming!

Meet Paragon Rising Star Madelyn Gibbs of Crozet, Virginia, who is well on her way to an exciting and successful career in grooming!

Meet Paragon Rising Star Morgan Bilbo of Picayune, Mississippi, who showed all of us what's possible with enough hard work, passion, and dedication.

Meet Paragon Rising Star Nich Phifer of Angel Pets in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, who has made amazing progress and truly loves what he does!

Meet Rising Star Courtney Wilbur of Pet Supplies Plus in Hope Mills, NC, who shows what can be accomplished when you focus on a goal!

Meet Rising Star Alyssa Mason of Loyal Companion in Beverly, MA, who proves first-hand that working hard pays off!

Meet Rising Star and Pet Groomer Grad Carol Ekenbarger from Paws & Reflect in Keystone Heights, FL, who chose a career in grooming to stay sharp!

Meet Rising Star and Pet Groomer Grad Laura Jiminez from Pet Bar in Colleyville, TX. She's found grooming to be a great outlet for creative expression!