Welcome

The National League of Junior Cotillions offers far more than traditional etiquette instruction—it is a thoughtfully designed experience that nurtures your child’s growth in social awareness, emotional intelligence, and confident self-expression. 

In today’s rapidly evolving world, where digital interactions often replace face-to-face communication, the ability to connect meaningfully with others has never been more important. Through a dynamic blend of etiquette, leadership development, and real-world social scenarios, Cotillion equips students with the tools they need to thrive—not just in formal settings, but in everyday life.

Students in 6th, 7th and 8th grade learn how to carry themselves with grace, initiate and sustain respectful conversations, and demonstrate kindness and consideration in every interaction.

Our program meets once per month from September through February for Junior Cotillion, allowing students time to absorb and practice each lesson. The season culminates in the elegant and time-honored tradition of the Grand Ball—a formal event that brings together everything they’ve learned in a celebratory setting. 

I am honored once again to host the Junior Cotillion programs at Stonewall Golf and Country Club in Gainesville, Virginia for the 2026-2027 Cotillion Season. 

Registration opens on April 3rd  at 10:00am.

It is a joy and privilege to guide students on this journey—one that not only enhances their social skills, but also helps shape the kind of confident, courteous, and compassionate individuals our world needs.

Announcements

Registration will open April 3rd for the upcoming 2026-2027 Season for Junior Cotillion students in 6th, 7th and 8th grade.  We are also thrilled to announce that we will be adding additional programs to our Chapters.  We are in the process of fine tuning our offerings for the following classes: Tea Etiquette, Business and Corporate Etiquette, High School Etiquette and the Sorority Program. Please reach out to Kathleen Geneva at [email protected] if you have any questions.

About Director

Kathleen Geneva founded the Prince William and Fauquier County Chapters of the National League of Junior Cotillions (NLJC) in 2014 and has since taught thousands of students in her local community. She is a certified modern etiquette educator through both the NLJC and the Emily Post Institute. Her dedication has earned her national recognition, including the NLJC’s Best Director of the Year award and honors for Best Public Relations and Social Media among franchise chapters.

In addition to her work with the NLJC, Kathleen serves as the Franchise Owner and CEO of Spherion Staffing and Recruiting for the greater Northern Virginia region. Spherion, a full-service national staffing agency with over 80 years of experience, is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, and is part of Randstad, a global leader in HR services based in Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Kathleen holds a B.A. in Business Communications from Randolph-Macon Woman’s College. She lives in Haymarket, Virginia, with her family and remains deeply involved in the community she proudly calls home.

[email protected]

703-901-1498 (voice or text)