One tradition that I love is the southern tradition of kids going to Junior Cotillion during their middle school years… We didn’t have Junior Cotillion back in the little town I grew up in. However did I become so socially graceful? Ha ha!
Both of my girls participated in Jr. Cotillion and now it is my son’s turn.
What is Junior Cotillion? In our area it sponsored by the Junior League.
“Junior Cotillion gives middle school age boys and girls instruction and practice in social skills that build confidence and self-assurance. A group setting provides opportunities for reinforcement and practice with peers in a fun, socially safe atmosphere. Joan Snodgrass personally leads each class, following a carefully structured curriculum that addresses manners, etiquette and basic ballroom dancing. The goal of the program is to teach social skills that last a lifetime. A guiding principle is that students learn best when they are having a good time.”
Below is a picture of my less-than-enthusiastic son before going. After the dance, the only information he gave about the event was that “all the girls were hairy”. I bet he won’t be saying that in a few years!
Bwahaha … All tha girls were hairy, ya I think in a few years you will wish they still thought that! Funny
Love this photo! Junior Cotillion is a GREAT program and Joan Snodgrass rocks!