Cotillion is a wonderful St. Paul’s tradition– since 1957, to be exact! St. Paul’s cotillion is offered to rising 6th grade students. It is more than “punch and snacks”– in the course of nine monthly classes, cotillion teaches students different traditional dances (such as the waltz, foxtrot, or tango),as well as important life skills, such as how to introduce themselves, the importance or dress and appearance, and basic table manners and etiquette.
Cotillion helps students gain confidence in themselves. It is a social education program that uses dance as a tool to teach social and character skills that are not normally covered in school. In classes, students learn to be comfortable with themselves and others, to communicate better, and to develop respect and self-confidence.
To read about St. Paul’s Cotillion program, click this article from Mt. Lebanon Magazine called Shall We Dance? and Lasting Lessons of Cotillion from the LeboLife Blog.
Cotillion has been offered to rising 6th grade students at St. Paul’s since 1957; it has been around for 64 years!
Cotillion is a social education program that uses dance as a tool to teach social and character skills that are not normally covered in school. Students learn to be comfortable with themselves and others, to communicate better, and to develop respect and self-confidence. In Cotillion, students learn dances like the waltz, foxtrot, or tango.
They also learn important life skills such as how to introduce themselves, the importance of dress and appearance, and basic table manners. Cotillion helps students gain confidence in themselves.
Cotillion will consist of nine monthly sessions from September to May. Most classes are focused on social etiquette and dancing. However, in the early spring participants will be instructed on table etiquette while enjoying a multi-course meal. The cost of cotillion is $250, which includes the cost of the dinner.
St. Paul’s parishioners will receive first priority, followed by students in Mt. Lebanon schools, followed by students of other districts. Within those groups, sign ups will be taken on a first come, first served basis.
If you have any questions, please email [email protected], or call (412)531-7153, ext. 98.
Calendar Dates are subject to change; All sessions will take place on Saturday 7:30- 9PM
Cotillion is more than “punch and snacks”– students learn dances like the waltz, foxtrot, or tango. They also learn important life skills such as how to introduce themselves, the importance of dress and appearance, and basic table manners. Cotillion helps students gain confidence in themselves. It is a social education program that uses dance as a tool to teach social and character skills that are not normally covered in school. In classes, students learn to be comfortable with themselves and others, to communicate better, and to develop respect and self-confidence.
In Fall 2024, we will enroll 130 sixth graders; class will be Saturday evenings once a month from 7:30 to 9PM.
Current parishioners at St. Paul’s will have first priority in terms of enrollment. Enrollment will then be opened to Mt. Lebanon students, and then to students in other districts.
When students arrive at Cotillion, they will be asked to leave their cell phones on a shelf so that they can focus their attention on the instructors. They will pick up their phones at the end of the session. If you must reach your child during class, please call 412-531-7153 x98.
As we continue to grow in our understanding and inclusion of all people, we invite our participants to write their proper pronouns on their name tags (he/him, she/her, they/them, other). Here is a website that talks about pronoun use and why it is important.
For each session, students should wear clothing suitable for church, or for a formal party. Flip-flops, converse sneakers, and tennis shoes may not be worn. Jeans and t-shirts also are not appropriate. Jackets and ties or skirts/dresses are encouraged.
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