Etiquette Empowerment Program

Age​s: 4-14 (split by age group)

Five Week Training: This includes five 1.5-hour sessions, all tuition, course materials, and a certificate upon completion!

THURSDAYS: 9/26, 10/3, 10/10, 10/17, 10/24

CHILDREN'S ETIQUETTE (AGES 5-9)

Instilling good manners early sets the stage for a lifetime of positive interactions. At our children’s etiquette classes, we focus on building a strong foundation for your child’s future. Our engaging and informative courses are designed to captivate your little one while teaching them essential skills. You'll be amazed at how much your child will retain and apply from our classes.

Introduction to Etiquette:

• 3 core values of etiquette (consideration, respect, honesty)
• Kind words and phrases
• Polite behavior

Basic Dining Etiquette:

• How to set the table
• Dining manners at home and at restaurants
• Properly using cutlery, napkins, and glasses

Social Etiquette:

• How to interact with friends and treat others
• Body language and eye contact
• Speaking to adults and teachers

Self-Presentation & Grooming:

• Foundations of personal hygiene
• Learning how to dress outside of the home

Technology:

• Cell phone/iPad etiquette
• Safety on social media
• Do’s and don’ts of social media
• Telephone/FaceTime etiquette

PRE-TEEN & TEEN ETIQUETTE (AGES 10-14)

Etiquette training for pre-teens and teens is an invaluable tool for navigating the social complexities of this transitional age. We understand the unique challenges of these years because we’ve all experienced them. Our courses are designed to equip your young person with essential skills for interacting confidently with peers, teachers, employers, and others they encounter daily.

Introduction to Etiquette

• 3 core values of etiquette (consideration, respect, honesty)
• Kind words and phrases
• Polite behavior
• How to treat others

Dining Etiquette

• Holding silverware, glasses, and using a napkin correctly
• General dining manners – from casual to formal
• Restaurant specific etiquette vs dining at private homes
• Precedence: Who sits where? Who is served first?
• Communicating with service staff
• How to eat tricky foods
• Cell phone etiquette at the table

Self Presentation

• Personal Hygiene
• Body language, eye contact, and posture
• Sit, stand, and walk properly
• Getting in and out of cars properly
• Proper handshake
• Self confidence
• Dress codes

Communication Skills

• Conversation skills
• Talking to adults
• Understanding the value of a first impression
• Making the perfect introduction
• Writing a thank you note

Proper Public Behavior

• Flag etiquette and the national anthem
• Making good choices when away from family
• Elevator and door etiquette

School & Sports Behavior

• Earning your teacher’s respect with good manners
• Good sportsmanship
• Do’s and don’t at school events

Technology

• Cell phone etiquette
• Safety on social media
• Do’s and don’ts of social media
• Email etiquette
• Digital footprint
• Curating a social media brand 

Social Etiquette

• Special events: parties, prom, weddings, etc.
• Conflict resolution amongst friends
• Friendships and relationships

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion for Young People

• Respecting cultural differences
• How to talk about religion and politics
• Anti-racist and Anti-bias training 

Relationship Etiquette 

• Relationship with Self & Others

Contact Zee@ZeeTheCook.com for questions or inquiries! Seats are filling quickly!