Our 90 minute six-week Cotillion program is designed to provide young adults in 6th - 8th grade with the social skills and etiquette needed to thrive in a variety of social and professional settings. Here is an overview of what the program typically covers:
Our program
Throughout the program, students learn more than just manners and social skills: they develop self-confidence, leadership skills, and respect for others while interacting with different people in different settings.
Our six-week Cotillion program is a fun, interactive and character building experience that will serve young adults well for the rest of their lives.
Week 1: Introduction to Social Etiquette
In the first week, students are introduced to the basic principles of social etiquette, including introductions, handshakes, and making a good first impression. They learn how to hold themselves with poise and confidence in social situations.
Week 2: Communication and Conversation Skills
In the second week, students learn how to communicate effectively and engage in meaningful conversation. This includes learning how to listen attentively, ask open-ended questions, and maintain eye contact.
Week 3: Dining Etiquette
In the third week, students learn about table manners, including how to set a table, use silverware properly, and eat without embarrassing themselves. They learn about different types of formal and informal dinner parties and how to RSVP to an invitation.
Week 4: Dress Codes and Fashion
In the fourth week, students learn about appropriate dress codes for various occasions, including formal events and job interviews. They also learn about fashion etiquette, including how to dress appropriately for their body type, style and occasion.
Week 5: Social Media and Online Reputation
In the fifth week, students will learn how online reputation could be of great value for future engagements. Appropriate privacy setting, curating and managing professional image, identifying a secure website and social media ethics, etc., will be a focus.
Week 6: Review and Graduation
The final week includes a review of previous lessons and concludes with a graduation ceremony in which each student is presented a certificate. This provides an opportunity for students to showcase their newly acquired etiquettes while they celebrate their success in the program.
The Cotillion Society of St. Louis is a social organization that promotes traditional social graces and dance education among young adults in the St. Louis community. Founded in 1947, the society aims to provide opportunities for young adults to learn and practice proper social etiquette, including dance etiquette and ballroom dancing.
In general, cotillions are often open to young adults and teenagers who are in middle school. The age range can vary depending on the specific event, but typically participants are between 11 and 14 years old.
Participating in a cotillion can provide children and teenagers with a variety of valuable life skills and experiences. Here are some of the skills that your child may learn through participation in a cotillion:
Overall, cotillion participation can provide children and teenagers with a variety of valuable life skills and experiences that can help prepare them for success in both social and professional settings.
If you are interested in enrolling your child in the Cotillion Society of St. Louis, here are some steps you can take:
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