Chattanooga Manners & Confidence Classes ☀️


Hello!

Summer is the perfect time for students to build confidence, refresh their manners, and get ready for the school year ahead.

Below, you’ll find my July and August class schedule, with opportunities for 2nd through 5th graders, 7th graders, and high school students.

Looking for a class that isn’t listed? Reach out through my contact page to let me know.

PS) Will you please forward this email to friends who may be interested?

🌞 July & August 2026 Manners Classes

5th Graders: Admissions Prep Workshop
Sunday
, August 23rd
1:00–3:00 PM or 4:00–6:00 PM
Downtown Chattanooga
Designed especially for rising 5th graders participating in the middle school admissions process. Students will learn how to confidently navigate interviews, school visits, and tours so they can enjoy the experience and shine.
Click here to learn more and register.

2nd - 5th Graders: Everyday Etiquette: Back to School Confidence
Tuesday, July 29th or Thursday, July 30th
Lookout Mtn, TN
A fun, hands-on manners class. Children will learn and practice confidence-building table manners, conversation skills, first impressions, and polite host and guest behavior in a small-group setting. Click here to learn more and register.

7th Grade Junior Cotillion
January 2027
Is your student on the Priority Interest List? Families on this list are the first to receive the online invitation in mid-August.
Click here to add your information.

High School Students: Guided Etiquette Dinner
Wednesday, July 29th | 5:30–7:30 PM
Private Dining Room at Feed Co.
This popular summer event is designed especially for high school students. It offers a unique opportunity to build confidence, strengthen communication skills, and practice dining etiquette in a welcoming real-world setting. Last summer's dinner filled quickly with 20 students representing 11 different schools.
Click here to learn more and register.

Custom Workshops Available
Did you know that I offer custom etiquette and social confidence workshops for schools and organizations? Recent clients include Legacybox Academy, Pinnacle Financial, Chattanooga Young Professionals, Ark Academy, OLPH, and UTC Athletics. Please reply to this email to learn more.


All my best,
Dawn Jumper

Dawn Jumper

"Politeness and consideration for others is like investing pennies and getting dollars back." - Thomas Sowell

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