Students Start the School Year In Style With APD

Who would have thought that Austin Police do makeovers? The Austin Police Activities League (PAL) is giving some students returning to school the chance to get a new 'do for the new school year.

The "Back to School Haircuts/Styles" day is going on today, August 22, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Salon M in Pflugerville.

It's expected that more than 100 youth will get new, free hairstyles in time to get the school year off on a positive note. They'll also receive free school supplies for participating. The children were selected from the Austin Housing Authority, AISD and participants in the Boys and Girls Club's summer basketball program.

The Austin Police Activities League works with youth through athletic, educational and wellness programs to build positive interaction with officers and foster an atmosphere of mutual respect.