Eliza Jane University
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Etiquette Instruction
In today's fast-paced world, people who are able to handle social situations with poise have a built-in advantage as they achieve their life goals. Eliza Jane University's protocol program increases children's awareness and self-confidence by teaching crucial social and dining skills that play a large part in their development. Our classes are designed around a curriculum from the distinguished American School of Protocol in Atlanta, Georgia. Students will accumulate social skills and awareness that will produce a lifetime advantage in business and social situations. At Eliza Jane University, we will offer classic instruction in manners and courtesy in a fun and relevant 21st Century style. Yes, the classes are timely and wonderful fun. As young people build their confidence, they will discover that they can relax and enjoy social interaction, making their encounters more enjoyable, enabling them to focus on others and have positive experiences.
Spring 2008
Eliza Jane University offers a variety of classes to instruct young ladies and gentlemen in courtesy and manners. On Tuesday evenings, we offer a course in table manners which will run four weeks. We encourage students to participate in every class, but classes may be taken on an individual basis to accommodate busy schedules. On Thursdays we offer a la carte classes which will empower students to manage basic social skills. Sign up for them all—or choose classes to address your student's needs. A brief description of each class follows.
TUESDAYS AT THE TABLE
Session 1: February 5, 12, 19, 26
Session 2: March 4, 11, 18, 25
Session 3: April 1, 8, 15, 22
Session 4: May 6, 13, 20, 27
Session 5: June 3, 10, 17, 24
Session 6: July 1, 8, 15, 22
Session 7: August 5, 12, 19, 26
Session 8: September 2, 9, 16, 23
Tuition: $49/each Tuesday or $180 for the course
Tuesday A: IN THE BEGINNING...
Soup, Salad & Bread:Learn the four uses of the napkin, how to hold and control a knife, and that each fork is "married" to the knife. Also, diners will learn which fork to use on which foods, as well as the proper way to eat soup. What's the butter knife for? Which one is my water goblet and my bread plate? What's the "garbage plate"? Dozens of these perplexing questions will be addressed and conquered as we dine on soup and salad.
Tuesday B: THE MAIN EVENT...
Entree Etiquette:We will learn how to hold a knife and fork, and how they work together. We will explore Zig-Zag and Continental Dining techniques, and when it is appropriate to use which style. How does one use a finger bowl? In addition, we will discuss proper table manners for passing items at the table, as well as participating in polite conversation.
Tuesday C: PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT
Dinner at the historic and elegant Hotel Baker will be served in four courses. Students will demonstrate their newly-acquired skills in a formal setting. Proper use of napkin and cutlery, passing items, and awareness of others will be emphasized. (Students must have taken at least one of the previous two classes to attend. ) Ongoing instruction during the course of the evening will be given, as diners enjoy their new-found confidence. Dressy attire is required.
Tuesday D: SWEET ENDINGS!
See me shine!Parents are invited to share dessert and observe our final exam on proper conduct. We will also be learning the appropriate way to use that long spoon—and what those utensils above the plate can do together. When does a fork "need" a spoon? Scrumptious desserts will be served as we polish our skills and show off our new knowledge.
THOUGHTFUL THURSDAYS
Session 1: February 7, 14, 21
Session 2: March 6, 13, 20
Session 3: April 3, 10, 17
Session 4: May 8, 15, 22, 29
Session 5: June 5, 12, 19
Session 6: July 10, 17, 24
Session 7: August 7, 14, 21
Session 8: September 4,11, 18
Thursday X: COURTESY & CONVERSATION
Tuition: $45
Time: 4:00 to 5:30pm
First impressions are formed in the first seven seconds of meeting a person. We will learn how to make the best first impression when being introduced, or when introducing oneself. We will also learn the proper format for making introductions, particularly when in mixed company. A gallant and gracious handshake can make all the difference!We will cover basic manners in small and large-group social settings. This class includes discussion on treating others with respect and how to make appropriate conversation with people of all ages. The #1 Secret to Social Success is revealed— and practiced—as students learn to give responsesin dialogue and draw others into a conversation. This class is both essential and priceless!
Thursday Y: FINGERFOODS & FONDUE
Tuition: $49
Time: 4:00 to 5:30pm
Many social functions today offer tasty morsels in buffet style. Learn to avoid the Dreaded Double-Dip, handle serving oneself from a tray or buffet table,and appropriate manners touse at a stand-up party. This class features our ever-popular Chocolate Fountain, and allowsour students to practice self-controland conversation skills in a common party format. We will also discuss ethics and etiquette in this politically correct culture, covering conversational topics to both practice and avoid. We will practice joining a conversational group and seeking to include others. Please join us for this tasty and timely class!
Thursday Z: POLITE IS WRITE
Tuition: $45
Time:4:00 to 5:30pm
Gracious manners and consideration of others in social settings will never be obsolete. Learn the proper way to express gratitude with a hand-written thank you note. Your written thanks conveys your style and gallantry in a unique way. We will do it "write"! We will also learn the importance of the RSVP — what it is and why it is so important to do. What difference does it make — financially and mindfully? What is the difference between RSVP and Regrets Only? How does response impact the host and hostess? Speaking of response, we will discuss appropriate cell phone use and etiquette. When is it proper to take a call? How should the cell phone be used? What should you do when answering a call, and when is it appropriate/inappropriate to do so? These courtesies are a constant and current issue. In addition, we will discuss basic telephone etiquette. Appropriate answers and responses will be taught and practiced. Students will realize that the image they project via the phone can create a positive or negative impression.
ETIQUETTE BOOT CAMP: HOMECOMING HOW-TO
HOMECOMING HOW TO: $49/class
Offered the Friday, Saturday, and Sunday afternoons prior to your school's Homecoming.
Call 457-1821 for class times and details.
Especially for High School Students!!!!!!!!!
Eliza Jane University will offer a special "boot camp"on the proper manners to use for that special homecoming date. Meeting the parents, corsage questions, opening doors and being seated, basic table manners for elegant dining—all these topics and more!Yes, guys, this one is for you, too.
SPECIAL SESSIONS
Eliza Jane University also offers special sessions that cover a variety of topics. Contact us to schedule one of our "snapshot" classes. We will be happy to tailor the topics to address your particular group—whether you are looking for a course for homeschooled children orwant to give your young adults an etiquette brush-up prior to job interviews, prom dates, or graduation parties.
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