National League of Junior Cotillions

08/12/2026

Back-to-school season is the perfect time to reinforce the small habits that make a big difference. We love this helpful reminder from our Red River Junior Cotillion chapter, especially number five!

At NLJC, students develop confidence, conversation skills, respect, and poise that serve them in the classroom and far beyond. Watch, share with another parent, and visit NLJC.com to find a chapter near you.

08/12/2026

Back to school means new teachers, new friendships, and new opportunities to make a great impression! 📚🍎

A smile, a “thank you,” including others, and showing respect can make a big difference every day.

Save and share our Back-to-School Manners Checklist, and give your child the confidence and social skills to shine all year long with Junior Cotillion®.

✨ Registration is open! Visit NLJC.com to find a chapter near you.

08/11/2026

Registration is open for the upcoming National League of Junior Cotillions® season! 💚

Junior Cotillion gives young people the opportunity to build the skills that will serve them for a lifetime, including confidence, manners, social skills, dining etiquette, respect for others, and the ability to feel comfortable in any social setting.

With chapters across the country, there may be an NLJC program right in your community.

✨ Find your local chapter and register today at NLJC.com.

Know a family who would love Junior Cotillion? Tag a parent below or share this post with a friend! Help us spread the word as we prepare to welcome students for another wonderful season.

08/11/2026

We love seeing our chapters getting ready for another wonderful Cotillion season! 💚

08/10/2026

08/10/2026

We love seeing our Northern Guilford Chapter kick off their Summer Pre-Cotillion Program with such a wonderful group of young ladies and gentlemen!

These early lessons in manners, confidence, character, and respect are what Junior Cotillions is all about. Small lessons today that help shape tomorrow’s leaders. 💚

Congratulations to our Northern Guilford Chapter on a fantastic first session!

08/08/2026

Why do we teach children good manners? ⭐️

Because every etiquette tradition has a purpose. 🍽️

Many of the customs we still practice today have been passed down for generations, not because they’re old-fashioned, but because they help us show kindness, respect, and consideration for others.

At the National League of Junior Cotillions®, we believe children are more likely to practice good manners when they understand why they matter.

This is the first post in our new “Why Do We?” series, where we’ll uncover the fascinating history behind the etiquette lessons that continue to shape confident, respectful young people.

💬 Which table manner surprised you the most?

📌 Save this post to revisit with your family, and share it with another parent who believes good manners still matter.

08/06/2026

We’re honored to see our Asheville Chapter Director, Leigh Ruhl, featured in The Scout Guide Asheville for sharing the importance of timeless manners and character in today’s world.

At the National League of Junior Cotillions®, we believe courtesy, respect, gratitude, and confidence never go out of style. These are the life skills that help young people succeed at home, in school, and throughout their lives.

Congratulations, Leigh, on this wonderful recognition. Thank you for representing the NLJC mission with excellence and for making such a positive impact on the families in your community.

Read the article here:
https://thescoutguide.com/asheville/editorial/5-old-school-manners-children-arent-learning-but-should-be/

Tag someone who believes good manners are always in style. 🤍
The Scout Guide Asheville & Western North Carolina National League of Junior Cotillions Asheville Chapter

08/05/2026

Good manners never go out of style.

In a world that moves fast, kindness, respect, gratitude, and confidence still stand out. At the National League of Junior Cotillions®, students learn life skills that open doors for years to come.

If you believe every child deserves to learn these timeless values, share this post with another parent, grandparent, teacher, or friend. Together, we can help raise the next generation of respectful, confident young leaders.

Registration is now open for the 2026-2027 season.

Visit NLJC.com to find a chapter near you.

08/04/2026

✨ Confidence, respect, and leadership begin here. The National League of Junior Cotillions helps students develop timeless etiquette, social confidence, effective communication skills, and character that will benefit them for years to come. Give your child an experience that builds friendships, creates lasting memories, and prepares them for success in every stage of life.

Registration for the 2026-2027 season is now open! Find a chapter near you and register today by visiting NLJC.com.