Sharp Futures Foundation opens Winburn Barber Shop to give students free haircuts and mentors

LEXINGTON, Ky. (FOX 56) — Fayette County Public Schools is expanding a program that blends students’ well-being with a fresh haircut. The district announced the opening of two new school-based barbershops, including one at Winburn Middle School, as part of a growing effort to boost confidence and connection among students.

The initiative is run in partnership with Sharp Futures Foundation, a nonprofit already operating in several Kentucky schools—including Tates Creek Middle.

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Sharp Futures focuses on more than just looking sharp.

The organization’s mission is to empower young people through mentorship, emotional support, and spaces that help them build leadership skills and self-esteem…

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