Welcome

Welcome to the National League of Junior Cotillion - Greater Miami Valley Chapter!

We are thrilled to welcome you to the official page of the Greater Miami Valley Junior Cotillion, where excellence in character education meets the excitement of middle school life. Our program is specially crafted to empower students with essential skills in etiquette, manners, and the art of contemporary ballroom dancing.

Our Mission:

At Junior Cotillion, we have a singular focus – to nurture self-confidence and instill a deep sense of respect in our young participants. Through our comprehensive curriculum and hands-on experiences, we aim to develop not only their individual lives but also their impact on the world around them.

The Cotillion Journey:

Starting in September and concluding in February, our program spans six months of enriching experiences. It includes the enchanting Holly Ball in December and culminates with a grand Spring Ball in late March. These engaging classes take place at the prestigious NCR Country Club in Kettering, providing a beautiful and elegant backdrop for our students' journey of growth and transformation. Our final ball is the perfect way to celebrate their accomplishments and newfound skills.

Equipping for Life:

Our commitment is to equip students with the tools they need to navigate social situations with grace, confidence, and respect. The Junior Cotillion program empowers them to become well-rounded individuals who embody the highest qualities of character and decorum.

Explore and Register:

We invite you to explore our website to discover more about the Greater Miami Valley Junior Cotillion and the life-changing experiences it offers. Join us in shaping the leaders of tomorrow through the timeless art of etiquette and dance.

Don't miss the opportunity to register your child today and give them the priceless gift of life skills that will accompany them throughout their lifetime. It's a journey of self-discovery, camaraderie, and growth that they will cherish forever. Welcome aboard!

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Announcements

Join Us for the 2024-25 Junior Cotillion Season!

Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey of etiquette and character development? Registration is now open for the 2024-25 Junior Cotillion season with the National League of Junior Cotillions Greater Miami Valley Chapter. Here's all the information you need to get started:

Program Overview:

Our Junior Cotillion program is designed to empower young individuals with essential life skills while having fun. Participants can look forward to engaging activities, parent dances, exciting prizes, and memorable events like the Holly Ball and Spring Ball. Tuition covers everything for the entire year, including notebooks, refreshments, class materials, and more.

Tuition:

Year 1 Tuition: $350

Year 2 Tuition: $375

*Note: Tuition is all-inclusive and covers the entire year's activities.

*Spaces are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

*We accept payments through Paypal: [email protected] or Venmo: @marissa-walters-12

Class Information:

Classes begin in September and run through March. There will be a total of 7 meetings for both Year I and Year II which include the Balls. 

Both Year 1 and Year 2 students will have two options, once a month, with no session in December. Classes are approximately one hour and thirty minutes long. Classes are currently being scheduled.

IMPORTANT NOTE: If your student has already completed Year 1, they will be registring for Year 2. Please note, if your student is entering 7th or 8th grades and is new to Cotillion, they will be registering for Year 2. A brief session will be hosted prior to Class 1 to catch these students up. All new students entering 5th and 6th grades will be registering for Year 1. 

The Cotillion Season runs from September thru February. Classes will be held at the prestigious NCR Country Club in Kettering on the 3rd Tuesday of each month for Year I from 5-6:30 PM and Year II from 7-8:30 PM. Additionally, a class for our students traveling from Hamilton and Warren County will be held the 3rd Wednesday of each month for Year I from 5-6:30 PM at the Columbia Center in Cincinnati. 

How to Register:

Ready to register your child for the 2025-26 year? Simply follow the registration link on the Greater Dayton Chapter page.

*If you're using a computer, find the link on the left side of the page. For cell phone users, you'll find it in the top-right drop-down menu.

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Contact Information:

For any questions or if you'd like more information about the Year 1 program, please don't hesitate to reach out to Missy Mae Walters at [email protected] or call 614.427.3884

We can't wait to welcome you to our Junior Cotillion family, where learning etiquette and making lifelong memories go hand in hand!

About Director

Missy Mae Walters serves as the Director of the National League of Junior Cotillions Greater Dayton Chapter, where she combines her passion for etiquette and character development to empower young individuals with the confidence, manners, and life skills needed to thrive in today's world.

A proud native of Bentonville, Arkansas, Missy Mae's academic achievements reflect her lifelong commitment to personal growth and public service. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Political Science from Abilene Christian University, a Master of Public Administration from Wright State University, and a Master of Human Resource Development and Conflict Mediation from Abilene Christian University. She has also completed advanced training at prestigious institutions including the Washington School of Protocol, Yale Campaign Management School, and the JoAnn Davidson Leadership Institute.

Professionally, she currently serves as the Director of Communications and External Affairs for the Montgomery County Treasurer's Office, where she leads public relations and community engagement initiatives. A proud alumna of the Junior Cotillion program herself, Missy Mae credits its life lessons with shaping her poise, professionalism, and personal confidence. She brings this same energy and conviction to her leadership of the Greater Dayton Chapter, where she’s excited to expand programming to include two class options for both Year 1 and Year 2 students.

For nearly two decades, Missy Mae has been deeply engaged in civic leadership, youth mentorship, and nonprofit service. She is a co-founder of 100+ Who Care of Warren County, generating significant philanthropic impact in the region. She serves as a trained mediator at the Dayton Mediation Center, a long-term care ombudsman for a Kettering nursing facility, and a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) for Montgomery County Juvenile Court, fiercely advocating for the well-being and safety of vulnerable children.

Her passion for mentorship shines through her coordination of the Kettering Rotary STRIVE program at Kettering Fairmont High School and her volunteer work as a "Big Sister" to a 7th-grade student at Kettering Middle School. As the Lead Co-Chair of the Kettering Mayor’s Party with a Purpose, she helped raise over $85,000 for Brigid’s Path, a local nonprofit serving newborns affected by addiction. She also champions Alzheimer’s awareness through her leadership on the Walk to End Alzheimer's Committee and as co-chair of the Reason to Hope Breakfast.

Missy Mae shares her experience and energy as a guest lecturer at the American Legion Buckeye Girls State, where she helps inspire the next generation of civic-minded young women.

Her leadership extends across multiple community boards, including the Dayton Mediation Center, Beavercreek Parks Foundation, Children’s Historical Publishing, City of Kettering’s Partners for Healthy Youth, Kettering Holiday at Home Board of Trustees, Hannah’s Treasure Chest, Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Miami Valley, Boys & Girls Club of Dayton, and Kettering Rotary. In 2022, she founded Community Insiders, a regional networking organization that unites over 100 local leaders, business sponsors, and nonprofits to foster collaboration and amplify community impact.

Her accomplishments have earned her widespread recognition, including being named one of WiBN’s "Top 25 Women to Watch", twice receiving "Ambassador of the Year" and "Volunteer of the Quarter" honors from the Dayton Chamber of Commerce, and her induction as a Lifetime Member of the Association of Ohio Commodores, an honor bestowed upon Ohio’s most distinguished community and economic development leaders.

Outside of her professional and volunteer commitments, Missy Mae leads a life filled with creativity and adventure. She finds joy in the company of her two beloved senior spaniels, Marley and Farley, and has recently taken up music—learning the piano, violin, and trumpet. An avid traveler, she recently returned from a trip to Finland and Sweden, where she was chased by a reindeer and went dog sledding in the Arctic Circle. Her upcoming travels will take her to Israel, Jordan, Germany, Iceland, and Italy. By the end of summer 2025, she also hopes to earn her private pilot’s license.

Currently, she is pursuing a Master’s in Counseling at Wake Forest University, focusing on Children’s Mental Health, further deepening her commitment to supporting and uplifting the next generation.