Mission Statement
Etiquette is a set of rules dictated by a certain social group, while manners are the way we make others feel. Manners are a given when one can maintain an attitude of gratitude. Essentially, manners involve treating others with kindness!
At The Dallas School of Etiquette, Lisa works to teach skills that enable students to become balanced. Lisa’s primary mission is to teach gratitude. After all, true etiquette and manners will flow from a desire to identify the needs of others and to make their needs paramount to one’s own selfish needs.
Lisa’s goal is to instill self-awareness in her students of all ages and train them to carefully listen to others around them. Etiquette and manners should not only be at the core of our curriculum, but also at the core of our souls. This will encourage open minds and doors that lead to success!
Welcome To
The Dallas School Of Etiquette
Do you long for your children to possess the knowledge and skills that give them the confidence to handle any situation they encounter?
The Dallas School of Etiquette has created an educational framework to teach young people, from preschool through high school, how to be successful in any social, educational or professional setting through manners, courtesy and respect.
Using curriculum established by The American School of Protocol, our courses are age-appropriate and employ interesting and fun methods to instill the soft skills that ensure success throughout life.
Children's Programs
Manners for 3, 4 and 5-Year-Olds
A four-week course designed especially for preschoolers that addresses daily basic good manners and comportment.
Elementary Etiquette
A five-week course for children in grades 1-5 that reinforces and builds on good manners and social skills.
Etiquette Camp Programs
A five-day course perfect for summer camps and daycare programs.
Youth Programs
Etiquette for Middle School
A four-week course for 6th-8th graders that includes confidence-building techniques, instruction in safe and appropriate social media use, conduct for athletes and more.
Etiquette for High School
A four-week course for youth in grades 9-12 that moves beyond the basics to advanced etiquette and includes instruction in life skills such as job and college interviewing protocol.
One day concentrated classes available.
Sports Etiquette
It's easy to get excited and lose your cool at sports events. Lisa will go over team-building techniques such as not criticizing opponents, listening to the officials when they make a call, knowing the rules of the game etc.
College and Adult Programs
Fine & Casual Dining Etiquette
Are you prepared for every situation? Casual dining may have less formal rules, but fine dining implies that participants follow specific etiquette for optimal enjoyment by all in the restaurant. Lisa will help you learn how to use your napkin, the best way to signal someone from the wait staff and helpful details about formal place settings for silverware, dishes and glassware.
College Application Interview Preparation
Are you ready to impress? Your college experience awaits…if you can just ace the interview! Lisa will coach you so you know how to best engage with your interviewer, prepare for potential questions and dress in a professional manner.
Networking & Communication Skills
Ah, networking! For some people, inter-communication seems to come naturally. For others, it’s a learned skill. If you’re wanting to brush up on your communication skills, take a class with Lisa to increase your confidence. You’ll learn techniques for presenting yourself / your company without coming across as needy or pushy. Lisa will also provide some helpful feedback for dos and don’ts in networking interactions.
Career & Lifestyle Etiquette
Are you presenting the best version of yourself? Maybe you just want to improve your overall self-confidence? Contact Lisa for help in learning what acceptable social practices are like here in the United States and what would be considered a faux pas. In addition, Lisa can coach you in overall good manners, punctuality and workplace etiquette.
Social Media & Technology Etiquette
Social media may feel like “anything goes”, but you can definitely offend friends and family with your online habits. Contact Lisa for training in social media etiquette and what to do and not to do. Did you know that writing in all caps is considered shouting?
Church Etiquette
If you choose to attend a church service / place of worship, you will want to treat other worshippers with respect. Here at The Dallas School of Etiquette, we'll help you learn how to properly interact at church. This includes muting any cell phones, speaking quietly during service etc.
Corporate Programs
Interview Etiquette
Want to land your dream job? One great way to help you achieve this is to improve your interview skills! Lisa can help prepare you for your interview by providing advice regarding your personal presentation, listening skills, timeliness and overall courtesy. Should you send a thank you email after the interview? Ask Lisa.
Professional Image
When representing your employer, you want everyone to see you and your company in the best possible light. Lisa teaches her students how to dress for success so they can present a polished appearance and feel their best. In addition, business etiquette students will learn about emotional IQ as well as how to project confidence, maintain eye contact and communicate in a clear and trustworthy manner.
International Business Etiquette
Lisa has experience working with individuals from various cultural backgrounds. She trains her business students in situational awareness. One of the biggest takeaways, of course, is in learning how to act in a sensitive, patient and considerate manner…whoever you’re speaking to!
Hospitality Etiquette
They say that the customer is always right. In a sense, this can apply to hotel / hospitality staff as well. If you manage a hotel or event center, you’ll want to ensure that your staff presents your business in the best way possible. In this class, students will learn tips for professionalism in the hospitality industry, such as letting guests have the right-of-way, correct posture when in public view and calm demeanor when interacting verbally with guests. These simple changes can greatly impact your bottom line for the better!
Wedding Protocol
Ceremony Protocol
The wedding ceremony is a beautiful expression of two people committing to each other. The ceremony also usually follows a traditional format that necessitates specific protocol. Lisa will walk future brides / grooms through the details that will help them feel comfortable and prepared for the big day itself. These details may include ceremony length, processional / recessional order and more.
Reception Protocol
After the ceremony comes the wedding reception! Brides and / or grooms will learn tips on who should give the toasts, recommendations on serving food and drinks, helpful advice on greeting guests and more. Don’t let the stress of pleasing everyone keep you from enjoying this special occasion! Prepare yourself and go from there.
Gift Etiquette
Some couples would prefer to receive gift cards, while others have a gift registry that guests can opt to buy gifts from. Lisa will help couples navigate the protocol surrounding how to inform guests about a registry (if you have one) as well as when to send the all-important thank you notes after a gift is received.
Military & Multi-Cultural Weddings
Military weddings may feature additional protocol during the ceremony or reception. Lisa has experience in working with military weddings…some of her own children have served in the armed forces. You’ll learn about uniform protocol as well as the accepted practices for seating by rank.
Multi-Cultural weddings also can have some unique differences that make these occasions extra-special. Learn how to best combine the cultures you embrace in a thoughtful celebration of your union as a couple. If you’re a guest planning to attend a friend or family member’s wedding, Lisa will help you learn how to interact with the wedding party in the correct manner.
