How to Establish a Cotillion
Participating in JDW Social Education Programs™, Cotillion or SEE Survival Etiquette Essentials, is an educational investment that builds a strong foundation for developing positive relationships that will last a lifetime. We are confident that your involvement in establishing a JDW program will be very rewarding to you, beneficial to your children, and become a lasting tradition in your community.
There are two models for establishing JDW Social Education Programs™: (1) By Contract – where JDW instructors are hired to instruct programs, or (2) By JDW Committee – where a group of interested parents or organizations develop a program for their community.
If you are interested in establishing a JDW program, please contact us at info@cotillion.com or call our office at 303-757-5333.
Who participates and benefits?
JDW currently conducts social education programs for students ages 8 through 18 all across the United States. Students, their parents, their school communities and society all benefit from enhanced social education.
Who develops programs and where are programs held?
JDW programs are developed by our company and have been designed for the following:
- public and private schools (elementary, middle and high school levels): for school assemblies, after school programs, or extracurricular activities
- parent organized committees: parents who want a program for their children and their friends’ children, and/or their organizations
- youth groups and affiliations: scouts, church groups, sports teams, children’s clubs, or specialty events sponsored by parents, non-profit, or business organizations
- private clubs and country clubs: for members and their friends and/or the public
- museums, recreation facilities and community centers: for members of the community
- business sponsored organizations: for the youth in their communities
What is the traditional class format?
In addition to creating custom programs, JDW currently offers two standard training formats that have proven to be successful. In order to move ahead with one of these programs, we typically ask for a mnimum commitment of at least 100 students.
- five 1 ½ hour classes: traditional series classes held weekly, every other week or once a month
- four 1 ¾ hour classes: this condensed version extends class time to achieve the same results - weekly, every other week or once a month
Are there other training formats?
• one time, one day or two day private group: one-to-one or 100-to-one; you choose how many participate, specific topics of focus and length of training, daytime, evening or weekend
• summer camp or workshop: consider JDW staff as coaches for the game of life
• private lunch or dinner: sit face-to-face with a JDW staff member for a hands-on meal with social skills, dining etiquette and table mannters
Who organizes and manages the program?
JDW organizes and manages all non-contract style programs which includes: meeting with individuals or committees to design the program; supplying organizational guides; fulfilling invitation and registration processing; accounting; and developing and distributing all advertising, promotion and PR materials.
What are the Committee responsibilities?
JDW Committees: (1) assist in finding a suitable facility to conduct classes, (2) provide student lists for distributing invitations, (3) assist in maintaining girl / boy class ratios, (4) assist in securing chaperones for classes, (5) act as chaperones for some of the classes, and (6) assist in promoting the cotillion program.
What will it personally cost me to establish a JDW Social Education Program?
Absolutely nothing! JDW pays for all expenses associated with their programs – with the exception of the By Contract format (where JDW instructors are hired only to teach.)
What are the registration fees for students?
Registration fees for JDW Social Education Programs™ vary and are based on the following criteria: (1) number of students, (2) training time allocation, (3) number of instructors, and (4) direct expenses such as facility rental, catering, reference materials, and instructor travel.
When you are ready to establish a JDW Social Education Program, a JDW staff member will meet with you to introduce the program options, implement a plan-of-action, and determine registration fees.
How do I get started?
If you are interested in establishing a JDW program, please contact us at info@cotillion.com or call our office at 303-757-5333.