Proper Peas School of Protocol, LLC strives to deliver programs for children and teens that focus on skills that help to develop confidence and self-esteem. Skills learned will help lead to success not only in the classroom, at home, and in social settings, but in life.
Learn about the history and practical application of etiquette and customs.
Programs can be customized to meet individual and organization needs.
Basic 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, and Buffet
- Eating Various Foods: Bread, Soup, and Dessert
- Difficult to Eat Foods
- Behavior at the Table
- Proper Seating
- Posture and Conversation
- The Silent Service Code
- Mealtime Manners
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