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A Program of Culture for Girls Created and Instructed by Sheena Monnin
Manners are primarily a matter of treating others well - as you yourself would prefer to be treated. Beyond this basic principle lie specific rules and guidelines that help one to know how to treat others. These rules and guidelines are known as etiquette.
While informality has been the norm in some circles of society, proper protocol has remained an important element in the lives of most successful people.
The Essence of Etiquette has as its purpose the creation of competent ladies of the future. In addition to learning dining skills, the girls acquire basic social and conversation skills encompassing proper respect for others, telephone etiquette, thank you note writing, the art of self-presentation, and poise. It is crucial that these skills are attained at an early age. This course will equip the girls with the knowledge and personal confidence that they will need in the pursuit of their individual futures.
The Essence of Etiquette is a six-weeks program encompassing dining and social etiquette. Upon conclusion and graduation of this extensive program, young ladies will emerge and enter the world with a heightened sense of worth, ready to face the challenges of life with grace and confidence. This exciting program will change any life it touches!
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LESSON ONE
the knife is introduced
table space
finger food
stemmed and footed glassware
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four uses of the napkin
passing items
eating & buttering rolls, the bread plate
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LESSON TWO
the spoon is introduced
lug soup bowl vs. rimmed soup bowl
resting and closed position
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eating a parfait
posture
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LESSON THREE
introductions
four age categories to remember
conversation topics, things to avoid saying/doing when meeting new people
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tips for including new people in group situations
how to include yourself in groups when in a social situation
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LESSON FOUR
the fork is introduced
European vs. American style of eating
reading the silverware
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eating with a dessert spoon and fork
practice with dinner conversation
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LESSON FIVE
thank you notes
when and how to respond to any gift or act of kindness
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the formula for the perfect thank you note
importance of penmanship
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LESSON SIX
review
five-course dinner
certificate of completion
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© 2005 Sheena Monnin
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