ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (CBS4)- It’s back to school time for thousands of children in the Denver metro area.

Nearly half of students in the Englewood School District come from families who are struggling in these tough economic times. That means many back to school essentials, like fresh haircuts, may go overlooked.
The Englewood Chamber of Commerce teamed up with the Cuttin’ It Loose salon on Sunday for a cut-a-thon. All children received haircuts, free of charge.

Stylists said a haircut does more than just give kids a tidy appearance.

“It helps them feel good about going to school, it helps them interact with one another. It helps them feel better about themselves that they can walk in to the first day of school confident that they look good,” said Cuttin’ It Loose salon spokeswoman Jennifer Cabral.

About 150 children received free haircuts on Sunday. The event also included free ice cream and puppet shows.

CUT-A-THON- Free Hair Cuts for Kids

We are hosting a carnival themed Cut a Thon and will feature Star Wars troops, puppet shows, balloon characters, music , popcorn, ice-cream, and much more! We will be giving FREE Kids Cuts for all Englewood and Sheridan Schools! The event will take place on Sunday, August 14, 2011 from 12-4 pm at 333 W Hampden in the Chase Bank Building North parking lot. Three blocks west of the salon! Please bring a food or cash donation to help those in need!

Watch us on the Tom Martino Show. We are sewing hair creating classic updos for any special occasion. We are about have way through the clip.