The International School of Protocol's programs for children and teens focus upon skills to help them succeed in the classroom, at home, on the job, with peers--in short, in life. Application of these skills leads to increased opportunities, greater confidence and improved self-esteem. These highly interactive, informative programs include role playing activities and instructive materials. Classes can be developed to meet the needs of a school or organization.

 
 
These programs can be customized to meet your needs.
 
Social Etiquette
Children like to feel confident in social situations, and knowledge of social etiquette allows them to handle themselves and deal with others with ease.
The program includes such topics as:
Welcoming Behaviors
Eye Contact
Shaking Hands
Introducing Yourself
Responding When Introduced
Greetings from Around the World
Introducing Others
Showing Proper Respect
Common Courtesies
Helping Behaviors
Avoiding Rude Behaviors
Behavior for Public Places
Using Escalators, Elevators, and Doors
Street Smarts
Sporting Events and Good Sportsmanship
Behaving as a Good Host and Guest
Image and Clothing


Communication Skills
Knowing the tools for effective communication builds self esteem and leadership ability.
The program includes such topics as:
Proper Greetings and Introductions
Conversation
Listening
Nonverbal Communication
Public Speaking
Telephone Etiquette
Acts of Kindness and Respect
Communication in School
The Use of Please, Thank You, Excuse Me
Thank You Notes
Meeting Persons with Disabilities
Compliments
Interviewing
Electronic Etiquette

 
Table Manners
It is important for children to learn dining skills so they can be comfortable in any dining situation, whether home or away.
The program includes such topics as:
Place Settings
Identifying Utensils and Glassware
Proper Use of Napkins
Common and Less common Utensils
Selecting the Correct Utensils
Menu-based Place settings
Styles of Dining: American, Continental, Family, Buffet
Eating Various Foods: Bread, Soup, Dessert,
Difficult to Eat Foods
Behavior at the Table
Entering and Exiting
Seating a Girl or Woman
Posture and Conversation
The Silent Service Code
Leaving the Table
Proper Seating
Mealtime Manners

Cotillion Dancing Classes
This program gives children the opportunity to develop and polish their ballroom dancing skills. It teaches basic dance steps, including waltz, fox-trot, and swing. In addition, participants learn the proper way to greet and shake hands with adults and learn to conduct themselves appropriately in formal situations. Ask about bringing ballroom dancing classes to your location.


Call 410-771-6900 to let us develop a program that meets your needs.

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