Success and good manners truly go hand in hand! Therefore, it is OUR MISSION to provide a fun, comfortable learning environment for your children. Our classes are filled with exciting instruction which will reinforce your efforts at home. At the same time, it will increase their awareness of the graciousness that still exists within our world today. Watch and see their confidence soar as these practices become habit!

Invite us on your child's journey to help strengthen their foundation of values, and let us extend this gift that will surely last a lifetime.

SCHOOL ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS
Our 1 hour+ special enrichment programs are currently offered, after school, at various locations around Connecticut and New York. Throughout these fun-filled sessions, children have an opportunity to learn the tools and skills necessary to handle themselves with grace and style in any given social situation. Interactive, hands-on instructions make these classes unforgettable. Your children will develop newfound confidence and self-esteem, from how to make a positive first impression to proper introductions and dining etiquette. These classes are perfect for preschool & daycare children ages 4-7, elementary school grades K-5 and beginning in the Fall '09, middle school grades 6-8. Curriculums may be designed specifically to meet the needs of the school and the attending children. Please refer to the list below for our most popular topics:

PROGRAM TITLES	PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS
Manners Matter!	An Introduction to Good Manners
More Manners!	Trickier topics like tact, compliments & humility
The High Road	Dealing with rudeness, apologies & making mistakes
Skillful Conversationalists	Introductions, joining/exiting a group AND changing the subject
Wheeling & Dealing	Tips for trading, sharing and borrowing
Telephone Etiquette	Proper techniques & safety
Table Manners	Correct table settings and knowing all the "rules"
More Than Just Table Manners	American & Continental styles-working with all of that silverware!
Likable Linens	Fun napkin folds, pretty tables & using your napkin
Fancy Foods	Delicate finger foods & how to make them
Down the Hatch	How to eat certain foods from pizza and soup to cherry pits and watermelon seeds!
Sticky Situations	The gases we pass! Chewing gum, sneezes and more "urgent" issues...
Party Etiquette	How to be a good host/hostess & party guest
Pretty Packaging	How to wrap presents with beautiful presentation
The Good Sport	The essentials of good sportsmanship
Earth Etiquette	It's easy to be green!
Etiquette Out & About	Movie manners, elevator & escalator etiquette, saving a place in line and more...
Proper Dress	Polishing our first impressions & good hygiene
Teasing & Bullying	The power of being a good friend
Netiquette	Respect & safety on the internet
We Are Family	How are we related? Cherishing the ones we love and dealing with that sibling rivalry!
You Are What You Say	Humor, whispering, and potty mouths
Just For BOYS	Awareness of others, when to wear a hat and hold that door!
Just For GIRLS	Ladylike ways-being gracious and graceful. Perfume, makeup and jewelry - not too much!
Great Holiday Etiquette	Knowing what to expect and what to say, gift exchanges and more…
Vacationing	Camping, boating, spending time in the car with others and airplane etiquette
The Model American	Care of the U.S. flag, our National Anthem and being part of a community
Special Needs	Being considerate to people with special needs and relating to others with disabilities & illnesses
Thank You's	Thoughtfulness in the written word
Charming Correspondence	Writing to Nana, signing a yearbook, love notes and diaries
Animal Etiquette	Treating animals and animal owners with respect

Please contact us today to design an affordable program to meet the needs of your students, beginning as low as $8 per child.

PRIVATE FACILITIES
Whether you're a ballet instructor who hopes to see not only a graceful ballerina, but a gracious one or a sports facility that aims to create a well-rounded athlete, our enrichment programs can be customized to enhance your current ones. We have special recommendations for the following organizations:

Parks & Recreational Facilities
Indoor Racquet Clubs
Outdoor Tennis Programs
Ballet Studios
Music Studios
Golf & Country Clubs
Churches & Other Religious Programs
Hotels & Restaurants
Bridal Boutiques
Even Doctors' Offices & Hospitals!

ETIQUETTE PLAYDATES
Moms & dads, gather your young ladies and gentleman together for an organized session with Miss Nicole! Relax with friends and watch as your children become even more charming by the end of this very special playdate. Pricing is based upon the number of children enrolled and number of topics chosen. Call today for details!

PRIVATE TUTORIAL
Custom programs are available and may be designed for an additional fee. Please contact us today for details. All custom programs are developed based upon assessment of needs.

One half hour sessions	One hour sessions
$14 per child - Semi-private instruction (2 children) $24 - Private instruction	$24 per child - Semi-private instruction (2 children) $42 - Private instruction

We do offer a 10% sibling discount.

Please contact us today to request a list of program topics that you may choose from.

WEDDIQUETTE INSTRUCTION
Calling all junior bridesmaids, flower girls, ring bearers and special attendants! Let us ease the anxiety for YOUR big day by teaching you what to expect at a rehearsal, wedding ceremony, picture taking, reception and even how to get through a buffet line with the family. SMILE! Be proud of your manners and confident in your ability to shine at this very special occasion!

Special Events "Dining Out" - Location and details to be announced. Enjoy an instructional lunch out with loved ones while learning proper table manners and the art of good conversation, all over a delicious meal. Pinkies up and no eating french fries with your fingers, please! All ages welcome-a day out with Grandma would be nice! "Museum Manners" - Drop-off instruction at a location to be determined. This program combines museum etiquette with a one hour art appreciation tour designed just for kids. Our introduction to museum manners includes: appropriate attire, voice level, pacing, self-guided tours, tours with docents (tour guides) and the no touch policy. Lunch will be served, along with table manners instruction. Ages 7-12 "Let's Dance" Cotillion Series - Each session includes dance instruction and an etiquette lesson. Topics include positive first impressions, the art of introductions, social skills and party etiquette. A final class presentation provides the children with an opportunity to demonstrate all they have learned. Children are encouraged to invite their family and special guests. All ages welcome!