National League of Junior Cotillions
Nashville Chapter
Classes
CHOOSE YOUR CLASS
For Pre-Cotillion, select the date, time, and location that best fits your family’s schedule based on your child’s grade in the fall. Simply choose the schedule that works best for your family.
For Junior Cotillion, class dates are preset, and class times are assigned in August.
All year I classes follow the same curriculum.
Enrollment is limited, and many classes reach capacity early.
ABOUT PRE-COTILLION
Pre-Cotillion is designed for rising 1st–5th grade students and focuses on building confidence, manners, and social skills through engaging, age-appropriate instruction.
- Pre-Cotillion I (Grades 1–2): Foundational manners and social skills
- Pre-Cotillion II (Grades 3–5): More advanced etiquette, communication, and social confidence
Each class is 90 minutes in length.
Summer sessions are held over three consecutive weekdays (typically Tuesday–Thursday).
Spring and Fall sessions are held over three Saturdays.
TUITION
Pre-Cotillion I: $250
Pre-Cotillion II: $250
Tuition is due at the time of registration to reserve your child’s place.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
- Your child’s place is reserved once both registration and payment are complete
- Classes are filled based on the order in which registration and payment are received
Pre-Cotillion:
- Sessions are designed to be attended as scheduled
- If you need to move to another available date with less than two weeks’ notice, a $26 change fee will apply
Junior Cotillion:
- Class dates are pre-set for the season
- If a student is unable to attend a class, a make-up option may be available on the same date
REFUND POLICY
Pre-Cotillion: No refunds will be issued after May 1, 2026.
Junior Cotillion: No refunds will be issued after June 1, 2026.
Because class sizes are limited and planning begins early, we appreciate your understanding.
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JUNIOR COTILLION – YEAR I
Junior Cotillion is designed for students in rising grades 6–9 and includes instructional classes, a Holiday Dance, and a Grand Ball.
Registration and tuition secure your child’s consideration for placement.
Classes are thoughtfully balanced between young ladies and gentlemen to provide the best possible experience. Because of this, students may remain on a waitlist until final class placement is determined.
- Acceptance confirmations begin mailing May 15
- Final class times are assigned in August 15
- Some students may remain on the waitlist until late summer as the class balance is finalized
Students are typically grouped with peers from their school unless otherwise requested.
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JUNIOR COTILLION – YEAR II
Year II is available to students who have completed Year I and provides a more advanced level of etiquette, leadership, and social confidence.
The season includes a formal instructional dinner and Grand Ball.
- Classes are held on the same day as Year I
- Class times (typically 6:00 PM or 8:00 PM) are assigned August 15th
As with Year I, placement is thoughtfully arranged to maintain balanced classes.
NEXT STEPS
Once you have selected your preferred class below, please proceed to the REGISTRATION tab to reserve your child’s place. Register based on where your child attends school
NASHVILLE STUDENTS Students
WILLIAMSON COUNTY Students
*You will be guided through a simple and secure process to complete both registration and payment.
PRECOTILLION DATES | SPRING | FALL | CLASS TIME | CLASS TIME |
LOCATION: | 6970 MOORES LANE BRENTWOOD, TN | THE FIFTY FORWARD MARTIN CENTER, BRENTWOOD, TN | 1st & 2nd GRADES | 2nd, 3rd & 4th Grades |
Class 1-Saturday | March 28, 2026 | October 3, 2026 | 8:00 am to 9:30 am | 10:00 am to 11:30 pm |
Class 2-Saturday | April 11, 2026 | November 7, 2026 | 8:00 am to 9:30 am | 10:00 am to 11:30 pm |
Class 3-Saturday | April 18, 2026 | December 12, 2026 | 8:00 am GRADUATION 9:00 am | 10:00 am GRADUATION 11:00 am |
PRECOTILLION DATES | SUMMER 1 | SUMMER 2 | SUMMER 3 | SUMMER 4 | CLASS TIME | CLASS TIME |
LOCATION: | FSSD PERFORMING ARTS CENTER- FRANKLIN, TN | RICHLAND COUNTRY CLUB NASHVILLE, TN | COOL SPRINGS HOUSE, BRENTWOOD, TN | THE GROVE AT THE MANOR HOUSE COLLEGE GROVE, TN | 1st & 2nd GRADES | 2nd, 3rd & 4th Grades |
Class 1-Tuesday | May 26, 2026 | June 2, 2026 | June 9, 2026 | July 21, 2026 | 9:00 am to 10:30 am | 11:00 am to 12:30 pm |
Class 2-Wedneday | May 27, 2026 | June 3, 2026 | June 10, 2026 | July 22, 2026 | 9:00 am to 10:30 am | 11:00 am to 12:30 pm |
Class 3-Thursday | May 28, 2026 | June 4, 2026 | June 11, 2026 | July 23, 2026 | 9:00 am GRADUATION 10:00 am | 11:00 am GRADUATION 12:00 pm |
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JUNIOR COTILLION YEAR I & YEAR II DATES 2026-2027 Dates--Tenative | YEAR I EVENTS | Year II EVENTS | LOCATION: |
Saturday, September 12, 2026 | 1 Introduction Class | Back to Basic Class | The Martin Center, 960 Heritage Way, Brentwood, TN 37027 |
Saturday, October 3, 2026 | 2 Autumn Class | Positive First Impressions | The Martin Center |
Saturday, November 7, 2026 | 3 Thanksgiving Class | Dressing for Success | The Martin Center |
Saturday, December 12, 2026 | Holiday Dance | Holiday Dance | The Martin Center |
Saturday, January 9, 2027 | 4 Winter Class | Social Networking | The Martin Center |
Saturday, February 6, 2027 | 5 Valentine’s Class | Table Skills/Dining Etiquette | The Martin Center |
The Year I Grand Balls will be held at Richland Country Club on February 20, 2027, Times will be assigned at the December Class.
The Year II five-course Instructional Dinner and Ball will be held at Richland Country Club om February 19, 2027 from 6-9 pm
Classes Available:
- Pre-Cotillion CLASS 1A SUMMER GRADES 1,2 May26,27,28 AT 9 AM FSSD PERFORMING ARTS, FRANKLIN
- Pre-Cotillion CLASS 2A SUMMER GRADES 1,2 June 2-4 AT 9 AM RICHLAND COUNTRY CLUB NASHVILLE TN
- Pre-Cotillion CLASS 2B SUMMER GRADES 3,4,5 June 2-4 AT 11 AM RICHLAND COUNTRY CLUB NASHVILLE TN
- Pre-Cotillion CLASS 2C SUMMER GRADES 3,4,5 June 2-4 AT 1 PM RICHLAND COUNTRY CLUB NASHVILLE TN
- Pre-Cotillion CLASS 3A SUMMER GRADES 1,2 JUNE 9,10,11 AT 9 AM COOL SPRINGS HOUSE, BRENTWOOD
- Pre-Cotillion CLASS 3B SUMMER GRADES 3,4&5 JUNE 9,10,11 AT 11 AM COOL SPRINGS HOUSE, BRENTWOOD
- Pre-Cotillion CLASS 4A SUMMER GRADES 1,2 July 21,22,23 AT 9 AM The Grove at the MANOR HOUSE College Grove, TN
- Pre-Cotillion CLASS 4B SUMMER GRADES 3,4,5 July 21,22,23 AT 11 AM The Grove at the MANOR HOUSE College Grove, TN
- Pre-Cotillion CLASS 5A FALL GRADES 1,2 (3MONTH) 8 AM MARTIN CENTER, BRENTWOOD
- Pre-Cotillion CLASS FALL 5B GRADES 3,4, & 5, AT 10 AM, Martin Center
- Pre-Cotillion SPRING A at 8am Brentwood at 10am Grades 1,2 starts March 28
- Pre-Cotillion THE HOLIDAY TEA I
- Pre-Cotillion THE HOLIDAY TEA II
- Pre-Cotillion THE HOLIDAY TEA II
- Pre-Cotillion Tea & Etiquette I July 26
- Pre-Cotillion Tea & Etiquette II July 25
- Junior Cotillion Year I
- Junior Cotillion Year II
Pre-Cotillion CLASS 1A SUMMER GRADES 1,2 May26,27,28 AT 9 AM FSSD PERFORMING ARTS, FRANKLIN
SUMMER 1A 2026 | PRE-COTILLION I (GRADES 1–2)
📍 FSSD Performing Arts in Franklin 🕘 9:00–10:30 AM
Tuesday, May 26- Class 1
Wednesday, May 27- class 2
Thursday, May 28- Class 3. On Day 3, parents return at 10:00 am to see their students graduate.
Pre-Cotillion CLASS 2A SUMMER GRADES 1,2 June 2-4 AT 9 AM RICHLAND COUNTRY CLUB NASHVILLE TN
SUMMER SESSION 2A | PRE-COTILLION I (GRADES 1–2)
📍 Richland Country Club, Nashville, TN
🕘 9:00–10:30 AM
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Tuesday, June 2
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Wednesday, June 3
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Thursday, June 4 (Graduation – parents invited to arrive at 10:00 AM)
Pre-Cotillion CLASS 2B SUMMER GRADES 3,4,5 June 2-4 AT 11 AM RICHLAND COUNTRY CLUB NASHVILLE TN
SUMMER SESSION 2B | PRE-COTILLION II (GRADES 3–5)
📍 Richland Country Club, Nashville, TN
🕘 11:00 AM–12:30 PM
Tuesday, June 2
Wednesday, June 3
Thursday, June 4 (Graduation – parents invited to arrive at 12:00 PM)
Pre-Cotillion CLASS 2C SUMMER GRADES 3,4,5 June 2-4 AT 1 PM RICHLAND COUNTRY CLUB NASHVILLE TN
SUMMER SESSION 2C | PRE-COTILLION II (GRADES 3–5)
📍 Richland Country Club, Nashville, TN
🕘 1:00 PM–2:30 PM
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Tuesday, June 2
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Wednesday, June 3
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Thursday, June 4 (Graduation – parents invited to arrive at 2:00 PM)
Pre-Cotillion CLASS 3A SUMMER GRADES 1,2 JUNE 9,10,11 AT 9 AM COOL SPRINGS HOUSE, BRENTWOOD
SUMMER SESSION 3A | PRE-COTILLION I (GRADES 1–2)
📍 Cool Springs House, Brentwood, TN (inside Crockett Park)
🕘 9:00–10:30 AM
Tuesday, June 9
Wednesday, June 10
Thursday, June 11 (Graduation – parents invited to arrive at 10:00 AM)
Pre-Cotillion CLASS 3B SUMMER GRADES 3,4&5 JUNE 9,10,11 AT 11 AM COOL SPRINGS HOUSE, BRENTWOOD
SUMMER SESSION 3B | PRE-COTILLION II (GRADES 3-5)
📍 Cool Springs House, Brentwood, TN (inside Crockett Park)
🕘 11:00 AM–12:30 PM
Tuesday, June 9
Wednesday, June 10
Thursday, June 11 (Graduation – parents invited to arrive at 12:00 PM)
Pre-Cotillion CLASS 4A SUMMER GRADES 1,2 July 21,22,23 AT 9 AM The Grove at the MANOR HOUSE College Grove, TN
SUMMER SESSION 4A | PRE-COTILLION I (GRADES 1–2)
📍 The Grove at The Manor House, College Grove, TN. 6200 Wildings Blvd, College Grove, TN 37046
🕘 9:00–10:30 AM
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Tuesday, July 21
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Wednesday, July 22
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Thursday, July 23 (Graduation – parents invited to arrive at 10:00 AM)
Pre-Cotillion CLASS 4B SUMMER GRADES 3,4,5 July 21,22,23 AT 11 AM The Grove at the MANOR HOUSE College Grove, TN
SUMMER SESSION 4B | PRE-COTILLION II (GRADES 3-5)
📍 The Grove at The Manor House, College Grove, TN. 6200 Wildings Blvd, College Grove, TN 37046
🕘 11:00 AM–12:30 PM
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Tuesday, July 21
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Wednesday, July 22
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Thursday, July 23 (Graduation – parents invited to arrive at Noon)
Pre-Cotillion CLASS 5A FALL GRADES 1,2 (3MONTH) 8 AM MARTIN CENTER, BRENTWOOD
FALL 2026 | PRE-COTILLION I (GRADES 1–2)
📍 Fifty Forward Martin Center, Brentwood, TN
🕘 8:00–9:30 AM
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Saturday, October 3
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Saturday, November 7
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Saturday, December 12 (Graduation – parents invited to arrive at 9:00 AM)
Pre-Cotillion CLASS FALL 5B GRADES 3,4, & 5, AT 10 AM, Martin Center
FALL 2026 5B | PRE-COTILLION I (GRADES 3-5)
📍 Fifty Forward Martin Center, Brentwood, TN
🕘 10:00–11:30 AM
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Saturday, October 3
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Saturday, November 7
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Saturday, December 12 (Graduation – parents invited to arrive at 11:00 AM)
Pre-Cotillion SPRING A at 8am Brentwood at 10am Grades 1,2 starts March 28
SPRING 2026 | PRE-COTILLION I (GRADES 1–2)
📍 6970 Moores Lane, Brentwood, TN
🕘 8:00–9:30 AM
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Saturday, March 28
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Saturday, April 11
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Saturday, April 18 (Graduation – parents invited to arrive at 9am)
Pre-Cotillion THE HOLIDAY TEA I
The Holiday Tea I
A Holiday Tea & Etiquette Experience for Children & Families
(Pre-K through 5th Grade)
During the busyness of the holiday season, “The Holiday Tea” offers children and their families an opportunity to slow down, gather together, and enjoy meaningful time in an atmosphere filled with warmth, beauty, and holiday tradition.
Designed especially for children and the special women in their lives—mother, grandmother, or cherished mother figure—this elegant holiday experience blends the timeless tradition of afternoon tea with gracious social skills and foundational etiquette in a setting thoughtfully curated for the season.
Guests will enjoy a beautifully prepared tea service, light holiday fare, festive surroundings, and gentle etiquette instruction woven naturally throughout the experience in a way that feels engaging, welcoming, and memorable for young children.
Throughout the afternoon, children will learn and practice skills such as:
- Greeting guests politely
- Holiday table manners
- Introducing themselves confidently
- Kind conversation skills
- Receiving gifts graciously
- Thanking hosts thoughtfully
- Consideration and kindness toward others
More than simply a tea, this experience is designed to create treasured memories and meaningful traditions families can look forward to year after year.
Whether shared between mother and daughter, grandmother and grandchild, or another meaningful relationship, The Holiday Tea creates intentional time together during one of the most special seasons of the year.
Experience Includes:
- Elegant Holiday Tea Service
- Holiday Etiquette & Social Skills Instruction
- Seasonal Décor & Festive Atmosphere
- Meaningful Parent/Grandparent & Child Experience
- Limited Seating for an Intimate Experience
Attire
Holiday attire is encouraged.
INVESTMENT: $190 for one adult and one child
ADD ADDITIONAL SIBLING or ADULT
Add additional sibling or adult $95.00. Click on "add another child" and enter their information, then in the note field please include the individuals relationship to the primary child, grandma, aunt, sibling, etc.
DATE / LOCATION / SEATS ARE LIMITED
Sunday December 6, 2026 at 6970 Moores Lane Brentwood, TN.
Pre-Cotillion THE HOLIDAY TEA II
The Holiday Tea II
A Refined Holiday Tea & Social Etiquette Experience
(6th Grade through Adult)
“The Holiday Tea” is an elegant seasonal experience designed for older students and adults who desire greater confidence, poise, and graciousness in social settings while enjoying a beautifully curated holiday gathering.
Held in an atmosphere of warmth and refined holiday elegance, this experience combines an elevated tea service with practical etiquette instruction and meaningful conversation in a way that feels sophisticated, welcoming, and relevant to modern life.
Guests will enjoy thoughtfully prepared tea and light fare while learning and practicing social graces that build confidence during holiday gatherings, dinners, parties, formal events, and multi-generational settings.
Topics woven naturally throughout the experience may include:
- Dining etiquette and holiday table manners
- Conversation skills and social confidence
- Gracious introductions
- Poise and first impressions
- Hosting and guest etiquette
- Navigating social gatherings with confidence
- Thoughtful communication and consideration for others
Designed to feel refined rather than instructional, The Holiday Tea II offers an increasingly rare opportunity to slow down and experience meaningful connection during the holiday season.
Whether attending with a mother, grandmother, daughter, friend, or independently, guests will leave not only with beautiful memories, but with practical social confidence that extends far beyond the holidays themselves.
Experience Includes:
- Elegant Holiday Tea Service
- Refined Etiquette & Social Graces Instruction
- Sophisticated Seasonal Atmosphere
- Meaningful Multi-Generational Experience
- Limited Seating for an Intimate Gathering
Attire
Holiday or semi-formal attire is encouraged.
INVESTMENT: $190 FOR TWO PEOPLE
ADD ADDITIONAL SIBLING OR ADULT
Add additional sibling or adult $95.00. Click on "add another child" and enter their information, then in the note field please include the individuals relationship to the primary child, grandma, aunt, sibling, etc.
DATE / LOCATION / SEATS ARE LIMITED
Saturday December 5, 2026 at 6970 Moores Lane Brentwood, TN.
Pre-Cotillion THE HOLIDAY TEA II
THE HOLIDAY TEA II
A REFINED HOLIDAY TEA & SOCIAL ETIQUETTE EXPERIENCE
(6th Grade through Adult)
“The Holiday Tea” is an elegant seasonal experience designed for older students and adults who desire greater confidence, poise, and graciousness in social settings while enjoying a beautifully curated holiday gathering.
Held in an atmosphere of warmth and refined holiday elegance, this experience combines an elevated tea service with practical etiquette instruction and meaningful conversation in a way that feels sophisticated, welcoming, and relevant to modern life.
Guests will enjoy thoughtfully prepared tea and light fare while learning and practicing social graces that build confidence during holiday gatherings, dinners, parties, formal events, and multi-generational settings.
Topics woven naturally throughout the experience may include:
- Dining etiquette and holiday table manners
- Conversation skills and social confidence
- Gracious introductions
- Poise and first impressions
- Hosting and guest etiquette
- Navigating social gatherings with confidence
- Thoughtful communication and consideration for others
Designed to feel refined rather than instructional, The Holiday Tea II offers an increasingly rare opportunity to slow down and experience meaningful connection during the holiday season.
Whether attending with a mother, grandmother, daughter, friend, or independently, guests will leave not only with beautiful memories, but with practical social confidence that extends far beyond the holidays themselves.
EXPERIENCE INCLUDES:
- Elegant Holiday Tea Service
- Refined Etiquette & Social Graces Instruction
- Sophisticated Seasonal Atmosphere
- Meaningful Multi-Generational Experience
- Limited Seating for an Intimate Gathering
ATTIRE
Holiday or semi-formal attire is encouraged.
INVESTMENT: $190 FOR TWO PEOPLE
ADD ADDITIONAL SIBLING OR ADULT
Add additional sibling or adult $95.00. Click on "add another child" and enter their information, then in the note field please include the individuals relationship to the primary child, grandma, aunt, sibling, etc.
DATE / LOCATION / SEATS ARE LIMITED
Saturday December 5, 2026 at 6970 Moores Lane Brentwood, TN.
Pre-Cotillion Tea & Etiquette I July 26
Tea & Etiquette I : A Mother’s Joy
A beautifully curated afternoon designed to celebrate the bond between a child and the special woman in their life—mother, grandmother, or cherished mother figure.
“Tea & Etiquette” is more than a tea party. It is an experience that gently introduces children to confidence, foundational manners, and gracious social skills in a setting that feels both elegant and inviting.
Together, you will enjoy a guided etiquette lesson woven naturally throughout the experience, alongside a thoughtfully prepared tea service, light fare, and engaging activities—all designed to create meaningful moments you’ll remember long after the afternoon ends.
Held the weekend following Mother’s Day, this event also makes a thoughtful and memorable gift—one that invests not only in time together, but in skills that last a lifetime.
Details:
• Ages: Pre-K through 5th Grade
• Duration: 2 hours
• Date: Sunday, July 26, 2026
• Time: 2:00–4:00 PM
• Location: KWP / Fairytale / NLJC Offices
6970 Moores Lane, Brentwood, TN
• Investment: $190 for one adult and one child
Additional sibling or adult: $95 to add, choose "add another child" and fill out their information. In the note field note if it is a grandmother or Aunt.
• Limited Seating.
An advanced Tea & Etiquette experience for ladies in grades 6 through adult, will be offered the day prior.
HOW TO REGISTER:
Register based on where your child attends school and select the appropriate option.
Then choose “Pre-Cotillion Tea & Etiquette I.”
After registering your child, select “Add additional child to this registration” to enter the attending adult and/or add another child.
Please include the attending adult’s name and relationship in the notes.
If adding a sibling, do so before submitting registration.
Pre-Cotillion Tea & Etiquette II July 25
Tea & Etiquette II: A Mother’s Joy
An elegant afternoon designed to celebrate the relationship between a daughter and the special woman in her life—mother, grandmother, or cherished mother figure.
“Tea & Etiquette II” is a thoughtfully curated experience for ladies in grades 6 through adult who desire greater confidence, polished social skills, and a deeper understanding of gracious etiquette in today’s world.
More than simply a tea, this experience blends meaningful conversation, refined etiquette instruction, and intentional time in a setting that feels both welcoming and elevated.
Throughout the afternoon, guests will enjoy a guided etiquette lesson woven naturally into the experience, covering topics such as:
- Modern social etiquette
- Confident introductions and conversation
- Tea service and dining etiquette
- Poise and consideration for others
- Social confidence in formal and everyday settings
Guests will also enjoy a beautifully presented tea service, light fare, and engaging experiences designed to create lasting memories together.
Held the weekend following Mother’s Day, this event also makes a meaningful and memorable gift—one that invests not only in time together, but in skills and confidence that will serve for years to come.
Details
- Grades 6 through Adult
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Date: Saturday, July 25, 2026
- Time: 2:00–4:00 PM
- Location: KWP / Fairytale / NLJC Offices, 6970 Moores Lane, Brentwood, TN
Investment
- $190 for one adult and one participant
- Additional participant: $95
Seating is Limited.
How to Register
Register based on where the student attends school and select the appropriate option.
Then choose:
“Tea & Etiquette II: A Mother’s Joy”
After registering the student, select:
“Add an additional child to this registration.”
to add the attending adult and/or another participant.
Please include the attending adult’s name and relationship in the notes section.
Junior Cotillion Year I
JUNIOR COTILLION – YEAR I
For rising grades 6–9, Junior Cotillion includes instructional classes, a Holiday Dance, and a Grand Ball.
Registration and tuition secure your child’s consideration for placement.
Classes are thoughtfully balanced between young ladies and gentlemen to provide the best possible experience.
- Acceptance confirmations begin mailing May 15
- Class times are assigned August 15
- Students are typically grouped with peers from their school unless otherwise requested
Thank you!
Suzette Wimpy, Director NLJC Nashville & Williamson Co Chapters
Junior Cotillion Year II
JUNIOR COTILLION – YEAR II
Year II is available to students who have completed Year I and provides a more advanced level of etiquette, leadership, and social confidence.
The season includes a formal five-course instructional dinner and Grand Ball.
- Classes are held on the same day as Year I
- Class times (typically 6:00 PM or 8:00 PM) are assigned August 15
Placement is thoughtfully arranged to maintain balanced classes.
Thank you!
Suzette Wimpy, Director NLJC Nashville & Williamson Co Chapters