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Etiquette & Character Education for Youth
Lessons in Gracious Living, Lessons in Grooming a Gentleman and The Charming Child comprise our etiquette and character education curricula. Each curriculum comes as a user-friendly teacher’s guide and student workbook. There is no prior etiquette or teacher training necessary to use the teacher’s guide and run your own after school or in-class program. The user-friendly guide explains all that you need with step-by-step instructions. For more information on the etiquette curricula, please click here.
Etiquette of the Month Features
After-School Program of the Month
What’s Going On!
Etiquette Today
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...Kenya seems to have more self esteem since she was in the program. Kenya seems to care about her appearance now.
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I think this was a great program for the young ladies.. My daughter looked forward to attending each week and always came home to share what she learned.
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... My daughter enjoyed herself greatly. She has a more positive attitude about herself... I feel that this is a program which other girls will be able to benefit from in the years to come.
Why Is Etiquette Important?
Etiquette is from the French, which means ticket. A ticket to enter the royal court meant one knew the rules of best behavior. What we know as courtesy derives from best behavior at the royal court. Modern etiquette is important because it helps us become our best selves, so that we may lead positive, successful, happy and gracious lives. Etiquette also helps us become considerate and generous. It encourages fairness and empathy.
Knowing the rules of society means knowing the right things to do and the right words to say. Etiquette is a confidence builder, and as we get more confident through “knowing the rules of courtesy,” we show others how important those rules are in everyday life.