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Children's Etiquette
We are delighted to introduce you to our Social Education programs that will have a positive impact on our nation's youth. Certainly, we as parents are aware of the many influences reaching our children in ways we often feel powerless to control. Through a program that builds self-confidence, character and helps set boundaries of behavior, Maplewood Bridal, Image & Custom Gallerie, an image-focused gallery, offers parents a welcome alternative for their children.
In today's fast paced world, there are those who believe young people are not learning something important - manners. Without etiquette training, how would they know the proper way to conduct themselves in public, to greet or introduce another person, to handle a fork or knife during a formal meal, to respond during a job interview, to write thank you notes, or even to waltz during a dance? If children learn at an early age the virtues of showing courtesy, they will carry it with them into adulthood.
Any young person can learn the treasured arts of social poise and genteel communication, as well as dance - where, besides developing grace, poise and posture, children learn social education and time-treasured manners that last will last a lifetime.
Just a few of the life skills students learn are:
Everyday manners
First impressions
Introductions
Greeting and shaking hands
Paying and receiving compliments
Correspondence
Telephone manners
Family dining
Table manners
Polite conversation
When to rise
Doors and coats
Sports etiquette
Formal Manners
Formal dining
Party courtesies
Hosting a party
Receiving lines
Eating unusual foods
Instructional dinners
Character Education
Honesty
Integrity
Promise Keeping
Fidelity
Caring
Respect
Citizenship
Excellence
Accountability
Handling peer pressure
Dance
Music appreciation
Teamwork
Timing
Coordination
Basic dance courtesies
Current popular line dances
The basic steps for the Waltz, Fox Trot, Cha Cha Cha, Shag/Swing, Rumba and Tango
Dance education develops grace, poise, posture and carriage. It contributes to personality and character by building a foundation for future interpersonal relationships and social awareness.
Traditional schooling does not promote the preparative programs for children to learn valuable skills to increase confidence, self-esteem, dining skills, poise and ballroom dancing. These skills, together in a blended program, provide a social foundation for success today, as well as in the future.
Today parents, teachers and business leaders are recognizing the importance of having skills in communication and socialization. This education is instrumental in preparing students for future social, college, business and career opportunities. Regardless of social or economic background, developing self-confidence, pride, sensitivity and social responsibility will crate a foundation for success. These leadership programs will motivate young people to conduct themselves from a point of goodwill, with an acute sense of self-control and propriety. An emphasis is placed on the humanistic qualities of being considerate to others, being courteous and understanding that having good manners is a form of leadership.
Our programs usually end with either a formal dining experience or formal ball (or both) for the students to show off what they have learned - a graduation, if you will!! - Where parents, siblings and friends of students are invited to attend. Included in this special event are a receiving line with a student acting as introducer, a reception, graduation ceremony, and tutorial meal.
We invite you to call us for more information, or visit our gallery to discuss these programs. Maplewood Bridal, Image & Custom Gallerie is committed to family values and seeks to promote innovative and positive changes in today's busy family life by the development of self-esteem and leadership in your child.
Goals of program
Why teach children, tens and young adults etiquette?
To prepare them to be comfortable in any situation in the real world;
To develop lifetime and leadership skills;
To increase self-esteem, confidence and sense of purpose in them;
To contribute to society in a positive and effective manner
To fill a void in society and help set an etiquette standard in the community;
To return to traditional values - value-awareness
To instill a philosophy of treating others with respect and common courtesy
Helps to balance negative peer pressure
1. For Ages 8 - 12:
a. Starting early establishes good habits and a strong foundation while shaping self-perspective.
b. This age group is impressionable and more accepting of guidance
c. Willingness to learn
2. For Ages 13-17:
a. This age group is more self-conscious and looking for positive direction.
b. They spend more time with peers and less time with parents.
c. They need rules to know what is expected.
3. For Ages 18 - 22:
a. This group is eager to develop marketable skills and earning power.
b. Developing transition skills.
c. Flexible.
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