The Etiquette School of North Alabama
"Teaching Positive Social Skills That Will Last a Lifetime"
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The Etiquette School of North Alabama is devoted to helping young people reach their full potential.  Below is a listing of the curriculum that we follow when working with children.

For 5 to 8 year olds and 9 to 12 year olds:

(These classes are taught from a Monday to a Friday, with 2 classes on Thursday, including the formal dinner that evening.  Please call our office for the current schedule. 256.431.7947)


Introductions
First impressions are formed in the first few seconds of meeting a person. We will cover how to make a proper introductions and the best way to make a good first impression.


Conversation Skills
Students will learn basic conversation skills during the course including proper mealtime topics. The focus is on suitable conversation and developing listening skills.


The Knife Lesson
In this lesson, students will learn how to hold and control a knife, what each knife is used for and that each fork is ‘married’ to a knife.


The Spoon Lesson
We show the proper way to eat soup! Plus students learn how to use a parfait spoon. We also will discuss general table manners at home and in a restaurant.

 

The Fork Lesson
Understanding which fork to use on which food is covered together with, when and how to use a fork and spoon.


Dining Skills
Putting it all together. We teach both American and European dining styles and the students learn how each utensil works together. We also focus on the correct use of the napkin and how to use a finger bowl with flair!


Telephone Etiquette
Students will practice the proper etiquette to use when placing or answering a call and when/how to take a message.


Elegant Five-Course Dining Experience!
The students show off their newly acquired skills at one of North Alabama’s finest restaurants. The event consists of a five-course meal with emphasis on all the skills learned, together with short presentations from each student during the meal.

 

For 6th-9th grade boys:

 

We will cover a variety of topics including introductions, where to walk, when to stand, rules to dress by, how to correctly tie a tie, proper dining etiquette, cell phone etiquette and the 7 steps to independence.

 

For 6th-9th grade girls:

 

We will cover a variety of topics including introductions, where to walk, when to stand, telephone etiquette, respect and courtesy, proper dining etiquette, characteristics that inspire trust, and making a good impression during an interview.

 

(Due to the sensitivity of all children at this age, boys and girls classes are held separately.)

 

For 10th-12th grades:

 

Students will be instructed on the following:

  • Performing well
  • Being a Good Leader
  • Creating a Desirable Image
  • Introductions
  • Shaking Hands
  • Theater Protocol for Teens
  • Proper Dining Etiquette
  • Business and College Interview Etiquette
  • Making a Good First Impression
  • Interview Questions
  • Cell Phone Etiquette
  • Rules To Dress By
  • Seven Steps to Independence
  • Characteristics that Inspire Trust