Extreme Esteem Youth Association

Today's Children/Tomorrow's Leaders

Etiquette for Children in Today's World: The following programs are for parents who recognize the importance of Proper Etiquette Awareness. In today's world you need to provide your children with the tools they need to increase their self-esteem, so they can develop stronger family relations and to prepare them to enter into today's society. Politeness and sensitivity to others are not only the building blocks of good relationships, but also a crucial ingredient of later success in a career. Good manners clearly are one of the most crucial ingredients in today's world.

Children
ages 4-7

In this twelve session workshop series, children learn the basics of good social skills through interactive games, role-playing, and mini-excursions. They will grasp the importance of mindful behavior, body language, a good handshake, proper introductions, patience, and making friends. The workshop includes a dinner party” and an excursion where children put their out-and-about skills to use. Each class is one hour.

Meet and Greet

• the basics of face-to-face interaction and good body language
• how to shake hands and make eye contact
•how to introduce him/herself to peers and adults
• how to make and receive phone calls
say it best
• how to use courteous words and express gratitude
• the importance of being thoughtful and how to apply it to daily life
•how to write a personal note for someone special
ready, set, dine!
• how to set the table
• how to be the best guest at a dinner party at a home or at a restaurant
• how to use utensils properly
• how to interact at the table


Go Out and About

• party basics-birthdays, themed parties and holidays
• how to host and attend a play date
• how to politely give and receive gifts
• how to use stellar social skills in public - at theaters, in-stores and on the street

Tweens
ages 8-12

In this twelve session workshop series, tweens learn social and communication skills in-person, on the phone, and online. Tweens will gain valuable life skills, such as shaking hands with confidence, being smart on the Internet, and engaging others in conversation. The workshop includes a hands-on dining event and an excursion to put skills to use. Each class is one hour.


Make a Good First Impression

• the art of face-to-face interaction
• mastering the handshake
• greeting others and making introductions
• engaging in conversation
be independent
• taking initiative and responsibility
• the value of organization, timeliness and preparation
• being mindful others, including family, friends, and strangers
• applying thoughtfulness and patience day-to-day

Eat In, Dine Out

• attending a dinner party at a restaurant or someone’s home
• setting the table and using utensils properly
• how to carry on a dinner conversation
• how to make a toast
• the importance of expressing gratitude
use your smarts online
• becoming an expert navigator of the web
• how to write a professional email
• combating cyber-bullying and other Internet issues

Teens
Ages 13-17
ages 13 and up

In this twelve session workshop series, young adults learn essential life skills needed to succeed in school, college and beyond. Learning the importance of making a positive first impression, students will participate in interactive, engaging activities, including a 30 second elevator pitch, formal dining experience, practice interviews, and safe and savvy Internet navigation skills. Each class is one hour.



The First Impression
 
• shaking hands with confidence
• using good eye contact
• mastering the art of conversation
• making a positive impact
the meal/the party
• sending the invitation
• setting the table
• dining out at restaurants or other people’s homes
• interaction at dinners and parties
• following up after the party


The Interview
 
• getting your first interview
• prepping for success: what to wear, how to sit, stand and speak
• personality and candor
• following up after the interview
the internet /smartphones
• exercising safe social media use
• what to post vs. what not to post on the Internet
• writing a proper email
• the pitfalls of excessive time spent online
• the do’s and don’ts of texting
• when to put down the smartphone