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ATTITUDE ATTENDANCE APPEARANCE
Everyone can have perfect Attendance by being present and
on time to every class or scheduling make up dates for missed classes.
A put-together Appearance is non-verbal language that communicates confidence and self-esteem.
Your Attitude is a reflection of your inner beauty.
Julie Nation Outstanding Students will have their photo and bio featured on our office wall, and will receive recognition on our website, acknowledgement at our 40th Anniversary Dinner/Dance, and a letter of recommendation for school, jobs, or college. A great award to add to your resume!
Our Outstanding Students also receive our invitation to be in our Ambassador's Club, which has special rewards and privileges.
We believe that every student can be an Outsanding Student!
Julie Nation Outstanding Student December 2012
HOLLY GERMAN
ATTITUDE ATTENDANCE APPEARANCE
My name is Holly German. I am 13 years old and am in the 7th grade. I am a Student Council member at my school and part of the leadership program. I enjoy helping my community.
I just finished the Professional Modeling Program at Julie Nation Academy. The classes were fun and educational. I learned a lot about modeling. I met so many nice people and made many new friends. I hope to take the acting classes in the near future and look forward to the many opportunities that Julie Nation Academy will provide.
From the first day that we drove to Julie Nation Academy, which is 2 ½ hours away, to meet Julie and learn about the modeling program, I knew it was the school that I wanted to attend. I felt so welcomed and could tell that Julie really cared about me and my future. Harasyn, Missy, and Amanda are all great teachers and I can’t thank them enough for all their help and support! I feel really honored to receive Outstanding Student of the month. Thank you for everything!
My name is Sophia Traina, and I am eleven years old. I live in Northern Mendocino County. Like several other Julie Nation Academy students, my mom and I make a long but worthwhile commute!
I became a student of Julie Nation Academy when I was ten. I enjoyed studying personal development, runway and acting. I have had a blast as a member of the Junior Modeling Troupe under Christina Fullmer's excellent instruction.
I began to study acting with "Jacqueline the Awesome" at the Academy in 2011, and have enjoyed workshops with some excellent instructors like Dawn Jeffrey-Nelson. This past summer was the greatest, as I played the part of MacGregor in a film directed and produced by Robert Robbins called the C.U.P.I.D Chronicles.
I am proud and excited to have signed with an agent who interviewed me at Showcase in November 2012. I could call that "my lucky day," but my mom reminds me that luck occurs when preparation meets opportunity! I was prepared at Julie Nation Academy, and Showcase gave me my opportunity!
I am looking forward to continuing my education and working as much as possible for my new agent!
I would like to thank Harasyn, Amanda, Nancy, Carmen and of course, Julie for all their care and help in so many small and huge ways.
My name is Laury Ostrow and I turned 64 this year. I still have my hair…and she’s still sending me valentines, birthday greetings and a bottle of wine. :-)
When I started attending Julie’s school, I told her that I’ve made it this far on my wit and intelligence, so I thought I’d try something new: my good looks. I’m not sure about that, but since attending Julie Nation Academy I’ve had more fun than, well, let’s just say lots of fun. Plus I’ve learned how to walk and pose and look pretty in front of the camera.
Life has given me much freedom. I am a designer and entrepreneur, and have gone from guitars to books to clothing and kinetic art. You can see one of my mobiles hiding by the front desk. I also teach gardening to 3rd graders, take kids on turtle treks and am continually amazed by my 17 year old son.
Thank you Julie, Harasyn and all the great folks I have met while pursuing a fantasy.
Hi! My name is Baylee Self and I’ll be 16 in October. I’m a junior in high school and just started attending the Connections Visual and Performing Arts Academy in Tuolumne, CA.
My hobbies include playing club & high school volleyball, swimming, skiing and Zumba. I’m pretty good at archery, shooting BB guns and playing the flute. But my newest and favorite hobbies are modeling and acting.
I began taking classes at Julie Nation just this summer. I live in the Sierra foothills, which is a 3+ hour drive to Santa Rosa, and the long drive has been worth every minute! I’ve learned so much here. The classes are interesting, exciting and fun. There are so many opportunities to further my career here both in modeling and acting.
I was fortunate to participate in the Summer Acting Film Project this August. It was a great experience and I’m so grateful for the opportunity. I highly recommend it!
A big “Thanks!” to Julie and Harasyn and all the staff here! I’m looking forward to Showcase in November!
My name is Emilia Sherman, although my friends call me Emi. I am five feet tall and weigh 95 pounds at the moment. I am excited to be going into 5th grade this year at Point Arena Pacific Community Charter School .
My hobbies are surfing -I have surfed ever since I was 3 years old-, playing basketball, soccer, and abalone diving. I have travled to many different places such as Hawaii, Mexico,Oklahoma, and Washington. My dad's family, including my favorite grandma, live in Washington.
Since joining Julie Nation I have learned many different things such as acting and how to carry myself properly.Thank you so much Julie, Jacqueline, and the Julie Nation staff. You have taught me so many wonderful things! :) :) :)
-Emilia
Julie Nation Outstanding Student July 2012
KYLA SHERMAN
ATTITUDE ATTENDANCE APPEARANCE
My name is Kyla Sherman, and I am 14 years old. I spent many weekends during my freshmen year at Julie Nation Academy taking the Professional Modeling class and I will be a sophomore at Point Arena High starting on August 22, where I am the editor of our school newspaper.
I enjoy reading and writing as well as runway and spending quality time with my family. I have one younger sister Emilia and two younger brothers Sunny and Presley.
Thank you so very much Julie, Harasyn, and all of the Julie Nation staff, my experience with you has really helped build my confidence as well as helping me grow as a person.
-Kyla
Julie Nation Outstanding Student June 2012
JACOB FELIX
ATTITUDE ATTENDANCE APPEARANCE
My name is Jacob Felix, and I am 8 years old. I am going to be in the 3rd grade in the fall at the Old Adobe Elementary School in Petaluma, where my family and I reside.
Some of my favorite hobbies are playing with legos, bike riding, and reading books. During my free time I enjoy playing with legos and building my own models. I also enjoy reading
the "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" collection. My favorite sport is snowboarding, and I love judo where I have a yellow-orange belt.
Since I started going to Julie Nation Academy, I feel more confident and more outspoken, and less shy.
I would like to thank everyone at Julie Nation Academy for the nomination of Outstanding Student for the month of June.
Jacob
Julie Nation Outstanding Student May 2012
ANNA DOBBERT
ATTITUDE ATTENDANCE APPEARANCE
Hi, my name is Anna Dobbert. I am twelve years old. I will be going into 7th grade at Rincon Valley Middle School.
I have been taking Professional Modeling classes at Julie Nation Academy for about four months now. I like to play soccer and I really enjoy modeling and fashion. I also love singing.
I have one older sister and I have two cats named Boo and Luna. I hope to take more modeling or acting classes at Julie Nation's in the near future.
Thank you Harasyn, Amanda, and Julie for helping with my modeling career. I really love it.
My name is Sonja Wessman, although my friends call me Sunny. I am in 6th grade at Santa Rosa Accelerated Charter School.
I love to play soccer and have been playing since I was 4 years old. I also enjoy writing, singing, traveling, and playing basketball. I spent a year in Sweden; my dad’s family lives there. While I was there I learned to speak Swedish. I am 5 foot 8 and have always felt different, but when I joined Julie Nation Academy, they made me feel welcome. I have been with Julie Nation’s for almost a year and I absolutely love it. It’s like my home away from home.
I’ve graduated programs including Personal Development, Professional Modeling, and hope to take on more such as Acting and Troupe.
I’d like to thank Julie, Harasyn, and all the Julie nation staff. Thank you for keeping me on my toes and always motivating me.
Thank you so much,
Sunny<3
Julie Nation Outstanding Student March 2012
ANDREW MÜNCH
ATTITUDE ATTENDANCE APPEARANCE
My name is Andrew Münch, I am 16, and I am a sophomore at Middletown Christian High School. Some of my hobbies include writing stories, reading, and, without a doubt, acting.
Ever since I can remember, I have loved to perform and wanted to be a star. Now, because of Julie Nation Academy, which I started attending in the Fall of 2011, I have been given many opportunities to reach this goal.
I am greatly honored to be recognized by this Academy as the Outstanding Student for the month of March, and would like to thank Julie Nation for creating an academy that allows rising stars to grow to their full potential, as I currently am. I would also like to thank Harasyn for her hard work, and for always making sure everyone is informed on upcoming events.
Once again, thank you so much for this fantastic honor and for helping me live my dream!
Andy
Julie Nation Outstanding Student February 2012
MEL KONRAD
ATTITUDE ATTENDANCE APPEARANCE
Hi! I’m MeL Konrad. After 28 years as co-owner of Advent Office Furniture, I am now practicing semi-retirement from my executive administrative work there.
I’m enjoying some of my new hobbies: Toastmasters, Event Planning, Music, Home Exchange and Acting
My new interests require that I step out of my comfort zone. After researching various options to support my new outgoing lifestyle, I decided to take Julie and Maureen’s Personal Development Program for Adults. I was able to incorporate many of the tips from the class into tools to aid me in my plans for success.
I’ve always enjoyed TV commercials and thought I’d love to participate. The Acting and TV Commercial class was a natural next step for me.
I’ve done both print ads and internet commercials, thanks to the support from Julie and her staff.
Every time I walk into The Julie Nation Academy, I have fun while being challenged at the same time. I look forward to attending my first Showcase in November.
Thank you Julie, Harasyn and all your staff for your warmth and support; and for the excellent track record Julie Nation Academy has in the industry.
Julie Nation Outstanding Student January 2012
PARIS VAN DYKE
ATTITUDE ATTENDANCE APPEARANCE
Paris Van Dyke is 7 years old and has been at Julie Nation Academy for over 2 years with experience in Children’s Modeling & Acting and the Advanced Modeling Runway Junior Troupe.
In November of 2011, Paris participated in the Model & Talent Showcase and got 15 call backs! She subsequently signed with Marla Dell in San Francisco and Clear Talent Group in Los Angeles, and has been busy ever since. She even recently went to LA to audition for a part on Modern Family, and flew back in time to make it to her Junior Troupe rehearsal!
Some highlights on Paris’s resume include a print ad for Holistic Vision Care, multiple bridal and back-to-school fashion shows, KZST radio voiceovers, and years of ballet performance including with the Moscow Ballet Nutcracker.
In her spare time, Paris enjoys dancing, cooking and horseback riding.
My name is Tennessy Elledge and I am a freshman in the ArtQuest Photography program at Santa Rosa High School.
I love to ride horses and I started riding when I was five years old. My favorite equestrian sport is three day eventing. I also enjoy creative writing, photography, and traveling.
In March of 2011 I began the Personal Development program at Julie Nation Academy. I enjoyed it so much that I continued at Julie's in Professional Modeling, Troupe, and Acting classes. I also participated in Showcase 2011, and have since been on modeling jobs for the Academy of Art in San Francisco.
I want to thank Julie, Harasyn, and all the staff at Julie Nation for the help, motivation and support!
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