‘Walk with their head held high’: Barbershop at Rufus King gives free cuts and confidence to students

In a classroom turned barbershop on the third floor at Rufus King International High School, students sit for a haircut and talk about academics, sports and the latest trends with English teachers Cameron LeFlore and Emmanuel Johnson.

They’re the latest clients of The Shop in 310, a free on-campus barbershop club for Rufus King students. LeFlore said the cuts help young men feel more confident.

“Then they don’t need a hat or hoodie,” he said. “They can just walk with their head held high.”…

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