VIDEO: Modeling gives confidence to South Shore students
Patriot Ledger, Amelia Kunhardt, March 23, 2011.

Good Causes - South Shore Goes All Out for Charity

Fashion show benefits Scituate Animal Shelter
Amelia Kunhardt, PatriotLedger.com, Jan 10, 2011
Students from Maria Wood's Fashion Focus Modeling and Finishing Program of Pembroke held a fashion show to benefit the Scituate Animal Shelter on Saturday at the Pembroke Knights of Columbus.

"Models of goodwill", THE PATRIOT LEDGER, March 5-6, 2011
AMELIA KUNHARDT PHOTOS

Students from Maria Wood's Fashion Focus Modeling and Finishing Program held a charity graduation show in Pembroke in January. The theme, "Tuned Into Fashion," examined television shows and their influence on fashion. The event raised more than $1,500 for the Scituate Animal Shelter.



At left: Lindsay Bilezikian, 15, of Norwell carries a dog from the Scituate Animal Shelter during the fashion show charity event held in January at the Knights of Columbus in Pembroke.

Maria on Fox 25 News, The Look with Kim Carrigan in a segment called "Making a difference: Bullying prevention"

Maria on Fox 25 News, The Look with Kim Carrigan in a segment called "The Look: What's in & what's out"

Maria on Fox 25 News, The Look with Kim Carrigan in a segment called "Planning for the Prom"

Maria on Fox 25 News, The Look with Kim Carrigan in a segment called "Festive Holiday Fashions"

Maria on Fox 25 News, The Look with Kim Carrigan in a segment called "Wardobe Wars"

Maria on Fox 25 News, The Look with Kim Carrigan.

The Fashion Focus program was featured on the Fox news Zip Trip to Pembroke!

The Fashion Focus program was featured in the Boston Globe and
on Fox 25 News.

Along with the praises of these two very prestigious news organizations,
many parents have written to share their positive experiences……

“Your entire staff is courteous, talented and energetic but most importantly attentive to the needs of every student. While always believing in the best that an individual can be, your program pledges to celebrate value, beauty and the necessity to make good choices in your life while respecting one another in our world today. The Fashion Focus program continues to inspire the lives of young girls within the South Shore area and I feel very fortunate to have your talents and program within our community.”     Beth Myette – Hanover

“My daughter looked forward to your class each week more than any other activity. When the class ended, she could hardly wait another week to get back to class! You have a way of making each girl feel so special and an important part of the group. Thank you for doing such a wonderful job with these girls.”
Gerry Predella - Marshfield

“Fashion Focus has provided my daughter with so many opportunities to express herself and gain experiences she will use throughout her life. Maria, you have had a major impact on Hannah’s self-image and that is a gift you cannot put a price tag on!”
Jen Miller-McEachern - Kingston

“Brianna and Candace love Fashion Focus! Thank you for teaching them to focus on their inner beauty, allowing them to feel good about themselves and to make the most of who they are. I couldn’t ask for anything more for my daughters.”    Elisa Mitchell - Pembroke

“The lessons you teach in your class go beyond modeling. You have impacted Kati’s self-esteem and faith in her abilities.”
Bill Farquharson – Duxbury

“Fashion Focus has been a wonderful experience for Kelsea. She has learned so many things that she will be able to use as she grows into a woman. Fashion Focus is much more than just looking good, it’s a way of life.”
Tammy Daggett – Pembroke

“I can’t thank you enough for all that you do in taking good care of our daughters and building self-esteem, strength and confidence in them. I highly recommend Fashion Focus to all females who want to make a difference in life.”
Linda Schaefer – Hanover