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Why Etiquette and Why Now?

Etiquette, often associated with formal social behavior, goes beyond simple manners and politeness. It plays a vital role in character building and behavior modification, especially in the formative years of children and teenagers. By instilling the principles of etiquette, we provide them with a foundation of respect, empathy, and self-discipline, shaping their character and guiding their behavior in various social settings. Therefore, etiquette should be considered an essential tool for character development and behavior modification in children and teens.

Our Etiquette classes also provide invaluable lessons that help kids and teens develop essential social skills, confidence, cultural awareness, and respect. By attending these classes, young individuals gain a competitive edge in both personal and professional settings. The risks of not taking etiquette classes include impaired social skills, a poor professional image, a lack of confidence, cultural insensitivity, and uninformed online behavior. Investing in etiquette classes can have long-lasting positive impacts on the lives of children and teenagers, equipping them with the tools they need to thrive in a diverse and interconnected world.

 Dear Educators and Community Service Leaders!

Schools today face a complex set of challenges, including demanding academic performance standards, insufficient funding, growing student populations, a shrinking pool of qualified teachers, inconsistent parental involvement, and community concerns.

As schools work to maximize academic learning within the constraints of the school day, they often face significant disruptions due to behavioral issues, student inattention, disrespect, bullying, and disciplinary actions. These challenges can also extend to a lack of parental accountability, leading to a considerable loss of valuable learning time. This loss of productive learning time is a legitimate concern. 

According to a report published by the group Public Agenda: “43% of public school teachers spend more time managing social conduct in the classroom than they do teaching academics". It is because of this legitimate concern that Grace Etiquette Institute Club owners are proud to offer The Polished Stones Etiquette Program to help schools reduce the amount of time lost on behavioral management, increase the amount of productive learning time, improve overall school culture, and even extend these changes beyond the school, into the community."

Studies show that students who take etiquette courses before graduation fare better in the job market than other students who do not have the opportunity to brush up on their social skills. Our Day of Grace Program for high school seniors becomes the antidote for these students. 

A recent poll by ABC NEWS/World News Tonight reported that 73 percent of Americans thought manners were worse than 20 or 30 years ago. Several recent studies conducted by Harvard University, Stanford Research Institute, and the Carnegie Foundation showed that 85% of our future success depends on social skills. Investing in our etiquette classes can have long-lasting positive impacts on the lives of children and teenagers, equipping them with the tools they need to thrive in a diverse and interconnected world.