BeautyWorx Salon and Day Spa, at 7242 Frankford Ave., is participating in a work exchange program with students from Austin Meehan Middle School in Mayfair.

The goal of the program, which began in November and continues through May, is to help students work effectively with others, understand leadership roles and learn how systems are effectively organized.

"By addressing these goals, students gain the skills and knowledge necessary to become productive citizens and employees in a culturally diverse society," said program director Vera White.

"I am excited for the opportunity to be a part of this program," said BeautyWorx Worx owner Lois Burak.  "Respect for businessmen and for consumers seems to be lacking these days.  I believe a strong work ethic is crucial to promoting a healthy economy. 

Anything I can do to encourage the return of good, old-fashioned customer service I'd gladly take on."Students spend one and a half hours at the salon on Mondays and Wednesdays.  Some of the students' responsibilities include confirming appointments, filing, decorating the salon and handing out promotional fliers.