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Children Programs
Cotillion
Rising 6th, 7th or 8th graders

Why cotillion?
When middle schoolers learn to:

  • Introduce themselves properly
  • Carry on conversations with peers and adults
  • Learn how to set a table
  • Learn Amercian Style of Dining
  • Learn Continential Style of Dining
  • Give a solid handshake
  • Learn to dance the Foxtrot and Salsa
  • Represent themselves well online
  • Balance their digital life with in-person interactions
  • Be a welcoming host and thankful guest
  • Write a thank you note

They aren't just improving their manners and dancing the box trot or salsa. They're building CONFIDENCE to help them navigate the awkward middle school years and learning LIFE SKILLS that will follow them into adulthood.

THE DETALS:

AGES

Cotillion may be offered to rising 6th or 7th or 8th graders.

SCHEDULE

We will meet for a series of 5 classes:

2 - Etiquette & Manners (to learn about Dining Etiquette and Personal Presence)- one hour programs

2 - Dance (to learn the Foxtrot and Salsa) - one hour programs

A semi-formal ball - one hour celebration.

Maybe offer punch and cookies to complete this memorable event.

WHEN

Invitations will be emailed and registration will open once the dates have been determined.

Class portion may be offered as an after school. We have found offering a 5:15pm-6:15pm and/or 6:15pm-7:15pm weekday has been very successful.Or on a Saturday or Sunday.

CELEBRATION ATTIRE

The girls attend the semi-formal in dresses or skirts and white gloves. The boys wear coats and ties.

Parents join the fun at the finale event: The Celebration Ball

The Money Game - Financial Literacy Program
10+
It is a financial education game where the kids are the pieces of the game. If you're looking for a unique, action-packed, information-rich, imagination-igniting financial education program to provide your group then look no further. Imagine the moment that the world of money was simply a game and that all you had to do to win the game was to learn the rules of that game. Well, guess what. Money really is just a game and if we learn the simple, time-tested rules that the wealthy people use to get and stay, wealthy, we can be wealthy, too.

By attending The Money Game®, students will learn the following:
Paychecks
Federal, State and Local Taxes
Social Security, and Medicare/Medicaid
Everyday Expenses and Bills - Utilities, Rent, Car, Insurance and Credit Cards
The financial cost of Life Events
Recording and keeping track of your money, assets, and liabilities
And learn about earned and passive income and so much more!

The Money Game® provides an opportunity for participants to learn how to make, manage, and multiply their money wisely, so they can grow up financially free.
Perfectly Polite Dining Etiquette
Age 7-16
How to set a table to start to finish, American Style of Dining, Continental Style of Dining, Posture, Proper Introductions, How to sit Still, Dining Conversations, Thank you notes and so much more.
1-Hour Program-without a meal or 2-Hour Program-with a meal
International Dining Etiquette
For Children or Adults
  • Learn and explore all the cultural and global differences.
  • We will present international dining for the following countries England, France, Italy, Germany, Spain, Russia, Portugal, Chile, Saudi Arabia, China, Thailand, South Korea, Japan, India International Tipping Standards, and finally, compare the United States to the other countries.
  • Offered in person or online.
1-Hour Program - can be present with or without a meal.
Etiquette Tea Party
For Children or Adults
  • Themes To Pick From: Mommy & Me, Teddy Bear Picnic Or Afternoon Tea Party
  • Enjoy and learn about the dining etiquette, history, and customs of Afternoon Tea.
1-Hour Program - can be present with or without a meal.
Princess Party - Good Manners
Age: 4-8
Wear your favorite Princess Party Attire! Learn how to become a Princess by using your magic words, by knowing your dining manners, and how to properly introduce others. Enjoy a Princess craft and music!
1-Hour Program
Superhero Party - Good Manners
Age: 4-8
Wear your favorite Superhero attire! Learn how to be a Superhero by using your magic words, by knowing your dining manners, and how to give proper introductions. Enjoy a Superhero craft and music!
1-Hour Program
Personal Branding, Presence And Social Media
Age: 8-16
Learn how your attitude, personal style, non-verbals, and social media image create your personal brand. Offered in person or online.
1-Hour Program
Etiquette for Girl Scouts

Etiquette for Girl Scouts

We love teaching etiquette to Girl Scouts so they can build confidence. You can earn your badges and patches with our six interactive lessons.

Are you looking for a fun way to earn a manners badge or patch? This interactive presentation teaches the basics of social skills.

Let us teach your troop one of these popular topics:

  • Seniors - Business Etiquette- Badge
  • Cadettes - Netiquette Badge
  • Junior - Social Butterfly - Badge
  • Brownie - Making Friends - Badge
  • Daisies and Brownies Little Miss Manners -Etiquette Fun Patch
  • Daisies and Brownies Little Miss Manners -Tea Party Fun Patch
  • Perfectly Polite Dining Fun Patch - All Girl Scout Levels
  • Girl Scout Etiquette Tea Party Fun Patch - All Girl Scout Levels

If you are in Northeast Ohio, we can come to your troop meeting or location after school or on the weekend.
Online courses are also available - zoom!

Badges and patches can be provided upon request.

 

Approved Badge Programs
Seniors Business Etiquette Badge

Lessons in professional skills that instill self-confidence, self-assurance and respect for themselves and others in a business setting. Includes:

  • In-depth discussions on communication and interviewing skills
  • Proper dress attire
  • How to behave at work
  • Negotiating and networking with business professionals
1-Hour Program
Cadets Netiquette Badge

A five-step lesson that will help your Scout navigate social media and email. Includes:

  • Navigating cyber-bullying
  • Internet safety
  • How to build a great social media profile
1-Hour Program
Juniors Social Butterfly Badge

We will teach them all of the requirements needed to succeed.

  • How to hold a conversation
  • How to use proper table manners
  • Be prepared for a special occasion
  • Write a thank-you note
Want to add more flair to your lesson? Add a tea party with cookies and tea/punch
1 Hour Program
Brownies Making Friends Badge

Let The Etiquette Factory Help Your Brownies Earn Their Making Friends Badge. We Will Teach Them The Requirements Needed To Succeed.

  • Proper Introductions
  • How to show you care
  • How to share
  • How to disagree

Want to add more flair to your lesson? Add a tea party with cookies and tea/punch

1 Hour Program

 

Fun Patch Programs
Daisies and Brownies Little Miss Manners Etiquette Patch
 A fun introduction to table manners, poise and posture, thank-you notes, and how to be a gracious host and guest.
1-Hour Program
Daisies and Brownies Little Miss Manners Tea Party Fun Patch

A fun introduction to table manners, poise and posture, thank-you notes, and how to be a gracious host and guest.
Includes a tea party with cookies and punch.

1-Hour Program
For all Girl Scout Levels-Etiquette Tea Party Fun Patch
Bring your favorite teacup! Enjoy and learn about Tea and Dining Etiquette, being a host and a guest, and how to write a thank-you note.
For all Girl Scout Levels
1 Hour Program
For all Girl Scout Levels-Perfectly Polite Dining Etiquette Fun Patch
How to set a table to start to finish, American Style of Dining, Continental Style of Dining, Posture, Proper Introductions, How to sit Still, Dining Conversations, Thank you notes and so much more.
For all Girl Scout levels.
1 Hour Program