The Martine Cotillions
- since 1857 -
Simply Social
- for grades 3 and 4
Simply Social is our new program for younger grades, giving children a strong start in important manners and interpersonal skills. The program consists of a series of four sessions, each one hour in length. While our traditional Cotillion and Supper Club programs include partners and dancing, our new Manners Series allows our young members to practice in a smaller groups in a setting that allows for physical distancing as necessary. We will incorporate entertaining and informative presentations given by our talented instructors utilizing fun activities, role playing, games and prizes, making both learning and practicing fun for all!
The formative years during 3rd and 4th grades are a wonderful time for children to begin to develop more awareness of how they affect those around them, and to consider the impression they want to leave behind. The ideas and skills practiced at each session are designed to empower children with knowledge and experience they can carry with them into into the world and apply to a variety of future social situations.
As you can see from the description, each session adheres to a general theme ranging from personal responsibility to communication skills to electronic devices. Proper table manners will be part of each session allowing children to practice good posture, proper use of utensils and group conversation, all under the watchful eyes of our expert instructors. The final session will include a two course dinner for more in-depth practice of dining skills. Read on for more details!
To request membership in Simply Social for your 3rd or 4th Grader, simply fill out the form below. Your child will then be placed in the queue for membership in your chosen chapter. The membership fee is $350. No fees are due until your child's place has been confirmed by your volunteer chairperson. An invoice will then be sent with further details. To continue, please complete the Membership Request form.
Simply Social
For Grades 3 & 4
One Hour Program
Yours, Mine and Ours
Personal Responsibility for Self and toward Others
Respect for Property and Borrowing
Personal Presentation
Common Courtesies & Awareness of Others
Manners when Out and About - When your fun isn’t fun for others.
Introducing Self and Others
- Dessert Served -
Communication is Key
Manners and Respect of Family Members at Home
Cell phone/Device Manners
Invitations, RSVPs, Thank You Notes
Speech - Formal, Casual, Slang
Conversation Skills
- Dessert Served -
The Life of the Party & When Not to Be
Being a Good Guest
Being a Good Host
Gift Giving and Receiving
Being Out of Control
Dress Codes and Ceremony Protocols
- Dessert Served -
Utensils are Useful
Place Settings and Basic Table Manners
Proper Use of Utensils
Restaurant Manners
Table Conversation
- Two Course Dinner Served -
Other Programs in Manners Series:
Edible Etiquette for 5th & 6th Grades
Modern Manners for 7th & 8th Grades.