Bentonville-Rogers Junior Cotillion
Applications for the 13th cotillion season are still open.
Our 13th season will now start on January 30th.
New Season dates are listed as you scroll down for the different grades.
Applications for the 14th season (Fall of 2021) will not take place until March 2021,
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"I am proud to announce our 13th season of Bentonville-Rogers Junior Cotillion to be held starting January 2021.. Each cotillion class empowers students by teaching valuable social skills and etiquette lessons that will last a lifetime. It is a joy to watch the students grow into the wonderful young ladies and gentlemen they are meant to be." Renee Swindell, Program Director of BRJC
To fill out an application, please scroll all the way down and use the links at the very bottom
of the appropriate grade for your child for the 6th, 7th, and 8th/9th grade cotillion groups.
of the appropriate grade for your child for the 6th, 7th, and 8th/9th grade cotillion groups.
Registration will remain open at this time for our January season start date.
At this time, we are very busy planning for our 13th season, and will follow the guidelines for event gatherings. The first event is now scheduled for January 30th, 2021.
All students and staff will wear masks this season.
Girls will wear gloves for all dances, not just semi-formal nights, and we will be making other changes
as needed to keep everyone well.
Invitations and other important information will be sent by email this year in late December/early January,
so please make sure that you have the BRJC email address in your safe list.
Thanks for your encouraging notes and emails about the upcoming season.
The BRJC staff is working hard for all students to have an enjoyable experience.
* FIFTH GRADE PARENTS (Rising 6th graders for Fall of 2021): Registration for the Fall 2021 season will not open until March of 2021 so that we can finish our delayed season this year.
Applications for Fall 2021 will also be accepted for next year's 7th, 8th and 9th graders beginning March 2021.
The 2020 American Association of Etiquette Professionals National Conference
was due to be hosted in Bentonville, Arkansas in late March, but was held virtually this year since members were coming from coast to coast and wanted to insure everyone stayed safe this spring.
Past conferences that the BRJC director has attended have been held in Memphis, Boston and Denver.
It is an honor to be an active member of the American Association of Etiquette Professionals to be current on trending etiquette topics and best practices in teaching etiquette concepts.
At this time, we are very busy planning for our 13th season, and will follow the guidelines for event gatherings. The first event is now scheduled for January 30th, 2021.
All students and staff will wear masks this season.
Girls will wear gloves for all dances, not just semi-formal nights, and we will be making other changes
as needed to keep everyone well.
Invitations and other important information will be sent by email this year in late December/early January,
so please make sure that you have the BRJC email address in your safe list.
Thanks for your encouraging notes and emails about the upcoming season.
The BRJC staff is working hard for all students to have an enjoyable experience.
* FIFTH GRADE PARENTS (Rising 6th graders for Fall of 2021): Registration for the Fall 2021 season will not open until March of 2021 so that we can finish our delayed season this year.
Applications for Fall 2021 will also be accepted for next year's 7th, 8th and 9th graders beginning March 2021.
The 2020 American Association of Etiquette Professionals National Conference
was due to be hosted in Bentonville, Arkansas in late March, but was held virtually this year since members were coming from coast to coast and wanted to insure everyone stayed safe this spring.
Past conferences that the BRJC director has attended have been held in Memphis, Boston and Denver.
It is an honor to be an active member of the American Association of Etiquette Professionals to be current on trending etiquette topics and best practices in teaching etiquette concepts.
ABOUT BENTONVILLE-ROGERS JUNIOR COTILLION
The Bentonville-Rogers Junior Cotillion is proud to announce our 13th season to be held starting in January 2021. Founded in 2008, the Bentonville-Rogers Junior Cotillion is a four-year program for children in the sixth through ninth grades whose mission is to improve the self-esteem, confidence, and social skills of boys and girls. The curriculum includes the teaching of dance and social graces with the goal of making the students comfortable in any social setting that they may encounter. New students may gladly join after the sixth grade year, but must complete the review workshops offered.
Manners and etiquette are taught and put into practice at each cotillion event. Line dances, as well as, traditional ballroom partner dances are introduced. Proper etiquette for receiving lines, grand marches, trading partners, introductions, and serving of refreshments are mastered early in the program and are expanded upon each year they attend.
The 13th season consists of six events to be held on selected Saturday nights during Late January 2021 to Mid-March.
Season dates are posted under each cotillion groups information.
All events will be held at Riordon Hall Auditorium located at 3 Riordan Drive in Bella Vista, AR. There are makeup classes for each cotillion event in case you have a conflict with a cotillion date, except the very last one, the Holly Ball.
Due to space limitations and anticipated guidelines, our Spring Ball this year will most likely be just for the students.
** Please note, we will follow the event guidelines for group gatherings. Thanks for your understanding.
Applications are open for the 13th season of the Bentonville-Rogers Junior Cotillion.
Season dates span from January 30th to March 13th.
Early Applications are recommended as acceptances are first applied, first accepted.
Manners and etiquette are taught and put into practice at each cotillion event. Line dances, as well as, traditional ballroom partner dances are introduced. Proper etiquette for receiving lines, grand marches, trading partners, introductions, and serving of refreshments are mastered early in the program and are expanded upon each year they attend.
The 13th season consists of six events to be held on selected Saturday nights during Late January 2021 to Mid-March.
Season dates are posted under each cotillion groups information.
All events will be held at Riordon Hall Auditorium located at 3 Riordan Drive in Bella Vista, AR. There are makeup classes for each cotillion event in case you have a conflict with a cotillion date, except the very last one, the Holly Ball.
Due to space limitations and anticipated guidelines, our Spring Ball this year will most likely be just for the students.
** Please note, we will follow the event guidelines for group gatherings. Thanks for your understanding.
Applications are open for the 13th season of the Bentonville-Rogers Junior Cotillion.
Season dates span from January 30th to March 13th.
Early Applications are recommended as acceptances are first applied, first accepted.
application process
Applications remain open for our 13th season to start on January 30th, and early application is definitely recommended as our acceptance rule is first come, first accepted, and classes often fill up before the season start date. Invitations and waiting list letters will be emailed in late December/early January for this season, but students are accepted this date if there is a spot for them. Full tuition is due to be received by January 5, 2021, so that class registration and planning can be made, and there are no refunds for tuition after that date.
Our policy is to strive to have a partner for every child.
Applications for the 13th season are open at this time for our season beginning date of January 30th. Fall 2021 applications will not be accepted until March 2021 due to the late start of this season.
New BRJC 7th, 8th and 9th Grade Applicants: Applications are still being accepted New 7th, 8th or 9th graders must attend two review workshops in January 2021 before the start of the cotillion season. These workshops for new 7th, 8th, and 9th grade students are mandatory, but casual in dress, and will get the students caught up on manners sessions and dances that they missed in the previous year(s). The manners sessions and dance instruction builds on previous year(s) material, so new students must attend these workshops. No extra workshops are required for sixth graders, as they are all new to cotillion in this grade.
Legacy privilege: The legacy privilege is a courtesy extended to younger siblings. The oldest child will pass their legacy to the second child, etc. Legacy applications must be received by March 1st preceding the 6th grade. The legacy privilege will not be honored after this date. For a child entering the 6th grade to be considered a legacy, the older sibling must have completed the 9th grade class or an older sibling must be currently enrolled and paid for the upcoming season.
Our policy is to strive to have a partner for every child.
Applications for the 13th season are open at this time for our season beginning date of January 30th. Fall 2021 applications will not be accepted until March 2021 due to the late start of this season.
New BRJC 7th, 8th and 9th Grade Applicants: Applications are still being accepted New 7th, 8th or 9th graders must attend two review workshops in January 2021 before the start of the cotillion season. These workshops for new 7th, 8th, and 9th grade students are mandatory, but casual in dress, and will get the students caught up on manners sessions and dances that they missed in the previous year(s). The manners sessions and dance instruction builds on previous year(s) material, so new students must attend these workshops. No extra workshops are required for sixth graders, as they are all new to cotillion in this grade.
Legacy privilege: The legacy privilege is a courtesy extended to younger siblings. The oldest child will pass their legacy to the second child, etc. Legacy applications must be received by March 1st preceding the 6th grade. The legacy privilege will not be honored after this date. For a child entering the 6th grade to be considered a legacy, the older sibling must have completed the 9th grade class or an older sibling must be currently enrolled and paid for the upcoming season.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Review Lessons: If a student misses a dance, the student should attend a review lesson at Riordan Hall Auditorium from 3:45pm to 4:30pm on the next cotillion date following the dance missed. All students that miss a dance are expected to attend a make-up lesson so they won’t be behind on dance instruction and manners lessons. No review lesson is offered for the Spring Ball.
Carpools: Carpools are encouraged. Parents are soley responsible for coordinating carpools and for the behavior of the carpool members after Cotillion. Most groups like to go out to dinner after cotillion to get to know each other better.
For 2020 and current conditions in the fall, parents will need to make best choices for their families for all carpools and after cotillion activities. BRJC is not responsible for carpool formations and ask parents to coordinate kindly with others.
Drop-Off and Pick-Up: Students should arrive 10-15 minutes before their dance starts and should follow the carpool lines for drop-off by the entrance. Please pick-up by the same route. Students will not be allowed to go into the parking lot or cross the street to parked cars unless a parent or helper escorts them. Please be on time to pick up your child. Carpools are highly encouraged.
Spring Ball Chaperones**: All parents are invited and encouraged to chaperone the Holly Ball. Attire for adults is the same as the students (semi-formal or formal, depending on the grade of your child). Gloves and flowers not required for adults. Chaperones must be dressed appropriately. Be sure to bring your cameras, as there is only room for parents and students. At this time, we are leaning for the Spring Ball to be only for the students this season.
** Spring Ball Chaperones might be limited or not allowed in 2021 based on what the current group gathering size requirements. If size limitations occur, the Holly Ball will just move to an event for students only. Thanks for being understanding on this matter so that we can stay in proper guidelines that may occur at that time.
Orientation Reception for Parents: to honor parents of cotillion members will be held in January. Attendance is required, as more information about the program and attire will be given at that time. One or both parents may attend and choose either the morning or evening reception. The dates of the receptions will be emailed in July with the invitation. Please note: We may also have a virtual option this year for the parent reception if needed.
Copyright Agreement: As a condition of participation, the student grants the Bentonville-Rogers Junior Cotillion the right to photograph him/her for publication within the Bentonville-Rogers Junior Cotillion brochures, postcards, website, newsletters or other online publicity. No names will be published.
Carpools: Carpools are encouraged. Parents are soley responsible for coordinating carpools and for the behavior of the carpool members after Cotillion. Most groups like to go out to dinner after cotillion to get to know each other better.
For 2020 and current conditions in the fall, parents will need to make best choices for their families for all carpools and after cotillion activities. BRJC is not responsible for carpool formations and ask parents to coordinate kindly with others.
Drop-Off and Pick-Up: Students should arrive 10-15 minutes before their dance starts and should follow the carpool lines for drop-off by the entrance. Please pick-up by the same route. Students will not be allowed to go into the parking lot or cross the street to parked cars unless a parent or helper escorts them. Please be on time to pick up your child. Carpools are highly encouraged.
Spring Ball Chaperones**: All parents are invited and encouraged to chaperone the Holly Ball. Attire for adults is the same as the students (semi-formal or formal, depending on the grade of your child). Gloves and flowers not required for adults. Chaperones must be dressed appropriately. Be sure to bring your cameras, as there is only room for parents and students. At this time, we are leaning for the Spring Ball to be only for the students this season.
** Spring Ball Chaperones might be limited or not allowed in 2021 based on what the current group gathering size requirements. If size limitations occur, the Holly Ball will just move to an event for students only. Thanks for being understanding on this matter so that we can stay in proper guidelines that may occur at that time.
Orientation Reception for Parents: to honor parents of cotillion members will be held in January. Attendance is required, as more information about the program and attire will be given at that time. One or both parents may attend and choose either the morning or evening reception. The dates of the receptions will be emailed in July with the invitation. Please note: We may also have a virtual option this year for the parent reception if needed.
Copyright Agreement: As a condition of participation, the student grants the Bentonville-Rogers Junior Cotillion the right to photograph him/her for publication within the Bentonville-Rogers Junior Cotillion brochures, postcards, website, newsletters or other online publicity. No names will be published.
registration and Tuition FEEs
Payments by check should be made payable to: BRJC, P.O. Box 481, Centerton, AR 72719
Please note that online payments will have 3% processing fee included.
Registration for the 13th season is open now.
Reminder: All tuition is due by January 5th, and may incur a late fee.
There are no refunds for tuition after the January 5th deadline as students are invited per ratios.
6th GRADERS & RETURNING BRJC 7TH, 8TH and 9TH GRADERS
Tuition by check: $190.00 per student total with a $60.00 non-refundable deposit due with each new application
or returning BRJC student RSVP, which is applied towards the total tuition.
The remaining portion of tuition ($130.00) is due by January 5th.
After January 5th, a late fee may be applied to all new applicants or late tuition payments, and the waiting list is opened.
Tuition by payment online: $195.70 per student total with a $61.80 non-refundable deposit due with each new application
or returning BRJC student RSVP, which is applied towards the total tuition.
The remaining portion of tuition ($133.90) is due by January 5th.
After January 5th, a late fee may be applied to all new applicants or late tuition payments, and the waiting list is opened.
NEW to BRJC 7TH, 8TH and 9TH GRADERS
Tuition by check: $190.00 plus an additional $60.00 workshop fee for a total tuition of $230.00.
Only the Non-refundable deposit fee is $60.00 is due at time of application.
The remaining tuition ($190.00) is due by August 7th.
New 7th, 8th or 9th graders must attend two workshops in January 2021, to learn the dances and manners sessions missed from the previous year(s). After January 5th, a late fee may be applied to all new applicants or late tuition payments, and the waiting list is opened.
Tuition by payment online: $195.70 plus an additional $61.80 workshop fee for a total tuition of $257.50.
Only the Non-refundable deposit fee is $60.00 is due at time of application.
The remaining tuition ($195.70) is due by August 7th.
New 7th, 8th or 9th graders must attend two workshops in January 2021, to learn the dances and manners sessions missed from the previous year(s). After January 5th, a late fee may be applied to all new applicants or late tuition payments, and the waiting list is opened.
Please note that online payments will have 3% processing fee included.
Registration for the 13th season is open now.
Reminder: All tuition is due by January 5th, and may incur a late fee.
There are no refunds for tuition after the January 5th deadline as students are invited per ratios.
6th GRADERS & RETURNING BRJC 7TH, 8TH and 9TH GRADERS
Tuition by check: $190.00 per student total with a $60.00 non-refundable deposit due with each new application
or returning BRJC student RSVP, which is applied towards the total tuition.
The remaining portion of tuition ($130.00) is due by January 5th.
After January 5th, a late fee may be applied to all new applicants or late tuition payments, and the waiting list is opened.
Tuition by payment online: $195.70 per student total with a $61.80 non-refundable deposit due with each new application
or returning BRJC student RSVP, which is applied towards the total tuition.
The remaining portion of tuition ($133.90) is due by January 5th.
After January 5th, a late fee may be applied to all new applicants or late tuition payments, and the waiting list is opened.
NEW to BRJC 7TH, 8TH and 9TH GRADERS
Tuition by check: $190.00 plus an additional $60.00 workshop fee for a total tuition of $230.00.
Only the Non-refundable deposit fee is $60.00 is due at time of application.
The remaining tuition ($190.00) is due by August 7th.
New 7th, 8th or 9th graders must attend two workshops in January 2021, to learn the dances and manners sessions missed from the previous year(s). After January 5th, a late fee may be applied to all new applicants or late tuition payments, and the waiting list is opened.
Tuition by payment online: $195.70 plus an additional $61.80 workshop fee for a total tuition of $257.50.
Only the Non-refundable deposit fee is $60.00 is due at time of application.
The remaining tuition ($195.70) is due by August 7th.
New 7th, 8th or 9th graders must attend two workshops in January 2021, to learn the dances and manners sessions missed from the previous year(s). After January 5th, a late fee may be applied to all new applicants or late tuition payments, and the waiting list is opened.
SIXTH grade cotillion
Saturday nights from 5:00pm to 6:15pm**
Registration for the 13th season is open.
The policy is to have a partner for every child, so applicants that apply late may be on a waiting list until ratios even out.
Early application is recommended as acceptance is first applied, first accepted.
Please note: A late registration fee may apply if application is received after January 5th.
There are no refunds for tuition after the January 5th deadline as students are invited per ratios.
Applications for the 13th season is open now.
13th Season Dates for Cotillion have been updated and are posted below.
Orientation reception for parents to honor parents of cotillion members will be held in January. Attendance is required, as more information about the program and attire will be given at that time. One or both parents may attend and choose either a morning or evening reception. The dates of the receptions will be emailed in July with the invitation.
Parents will chaperone the Spring Ball only if space guidelines allow for it at that time, but we are leaning towards a student only event for that date at this time.
13th Season Schedule
Registration for the 13th season is open.
The policy is to have a partner for every child, so applicants that apply late may be on a waiting list until ratios even out.
Early application is recommended as acceptance is first applied, first accepted.
Please note: A late registration fee may apply if application is received after January 5th.
There are no refunds for tuition after the January 5th deadline as students are invited per ratios.
Applications for the 13th season is open now.
13th Season Dates for Cotillion have been updated and are posted below.
Orientation reception for parents to honor parents of cotillion members will be held in January. Attendance is required, as more information about the program and attire will be given at that time. One or both parents may attend and choose either a morning or evening reception. The dates of the receptions will be emailed in July with the invitation.
Parents will chaperone the Spring Ball only if space guidelines allow for it at that time, but we are leaning towards a student only event for that date at this time.
13th Season Schedule
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Date and Time: 5:00pm-6:15pm
Saturday, January 30th Saturday, February 6th Saturday, February 20th Saturday, February 27th Saturday, March 6th Saturday, March 13th |
Theme
Opening Dance Dance Around the World I Love the 1990's Waltz into Fall TBD-stay tuned! Spring Ball* ** Spring Ball will most likely be only for the students this season. |
Dress
Semi-formal Semi-formal Costume/Prizes Semi-formal Casual Semi-formal |
Tuition for Sixth Graders by CHECK
$190 per student with a $60 non-refundable deposit due with each application, which is applied towards the total tuition. The remaining portion of tuition ($130) is due by January 5th. Wait lists will be opened after January 5th to ensure that each child has a partner. Early applications are always encouraged.
Tuition for Sixth Graders by payment ONLINE
$195.70 per student with a $61.80 non-refundable deposit due with each application, which is applied towards the total tuition. The remaining portion of tuition ($133.90) is due by January 5th. Wait lists will be opened after January 5th to ensure that each child has a partner. Early applications are always encouraged.
PLEASE NOTE: There may be a late fee for final tuition not paid and received by January 5th, and any late student applications received after January 5th.
* FIFTH GRADE PARENTS: Registration for the Fall 2021 season will open in March 2021 for beginning 6th grade students. Classes fill quickly, so early application is recommended. Applications are first applied, first accepted.
$190 per student with a $60 non-refundable deposit due with each application, which is applied towards the total tuition. The remaining portion of tuition ($130) is due by January 5th. Wait lists will be opened after January 5th to ensure that each child has a partner. Early applications are always encouraged.
Tuition for Sixth Graders by payment ONLINE
$195.70 per student with a $61.80 non-refundable deposit due with each application, which is applied towards the total tuition. The remaining portion of tuition ($133.90) is due by January 5th. Wait lists will be opened after January 5th to ensure that each child has a partner. Early applications are always encouraged.
PLEASE NOTE: There may be a late fee for final tuition not paid and received by January 5th, and any late student applications received after January 5th.
* FIFTH GRADE PARENTS: Registration for the Fall 2021 season will open in March 2021 for beginning 6th grade students. Classes fill quickly, so early application is recommended. Applications are first applied, first accepted.
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NEW! We are proud to offer a new feature for busy parents.
To register online, submit digital picture of your child and pay with credit card or PayPal, please click button below. Please note there may be a late fee incurred for all new applicants or tuition not paid in full by January 5th. |
To print out a copy of our registration form, attach photo of your child and send us a check, please click on the button below and print out the registration form.
Please note there may be a late fee incurred for all new applicants or tuition not paid in full by January 5th. |
SEVENTH GRADE COTILLION
Saturday nights from 6:45pm to 8:00pm
Registration for the 13th season is open.
The policy is to have a partner for every child, so applicants that apply late may be on a waiting list until ratios even out.
Early application is recommended as acceptance is first applied, first accepted.
Please note: A late registration fee may apply if application is received after January 5th.
There are no refunds for tuition after the January 5th deadline as students are invited per ratios.
Applications for the 13th season is open now.
13th Season Dates for Cotillion have been updated and are posted below.
Orientation reception for parents to honor parents of NEW cotillion members will be held in January. Attendance is required, as more information about the program and attire will be given at that time. One or both parents may attend and choose either a morning or evening reception. The dates of the receptions will be emailed in January with the invitation.
Parents will chaperone the Spring Ball only if space guidelines allow for it at that time, but we are leaning towards a student only event for that date at this time.
13th Season Schedule
Registration for the 13th season is open.
The policy is to have a partner for every child, so applicants that apply late may be on a waiting list until ratios even out.
Early application is recommended as acceptance is first applied, first accepted.
Please note: A late registration fee may apply if application is received after January 5th.
There are no refunds for tuition after the January 5th deadline as students are invited per ratios.
Applications for the 13th season is open now.
13th Season Dates for Cotillion have been updated and are posted below.
Orientation reception for parents to honor parents of NEW cotillion members will be held in January. Attendance is required, as more information about the program and attire will be given at that time. One or both parents may attend and choose either a morning or evening reception. The dates of the receptions will be emailed in January with the invitation.
Parents will chaperone the Spring Ball only if space guidelines allow for it at that time, but we are leaning towards a student only event for that date at this time.
13th Season Schedule
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Date and Time: 6:45pm-8:00pm
Saturday, January 30th Saturday, February 6th Saturday, February 20th Saturday, February 27th Saturday, March 6th Saturday, March 13th |
Theme
Opening Dance Big Band Swing! I Love the 1990's Moonlight Dance TBD-stay tuned! Spring Ball** ** Spring Ball will most likely be only for the students this season. |
Dress
Semi-formal Semi-formal Costume/Prizes Semi-formal Casual Semi-formal |
Tuition for Returning BRJC 7th Graders by CHECK
$190.00 total tuition per student, with a $60.00 non-refundable deposit due with each application, which is applied towards the total tuition. The remaining portion of tuition ($130) is due by January 5th. Wait lists will be opened after January 5th to ensure that each child has a partner. Early applications are always encouraged.
Tuition for Returning BRJC 7th Graders by payment ONLINE
$195.70 total tuition per student, with a $61.80 non-refundable deposit due with each application, which is applied towards the total tuition. The remaining portion of tuition ($133.90) is due by January 5th. Wait lists will be opened after January 5th to ensure that each child has a partner. Early applications are always encouraged.
$190.00 total tuition per student, with a $60.00 non-refundable deposit due with each application, which is applied towards the total tuition. The remaining portion of tuition ($130) is due by January 5th. Wait lists will be opened after January 5th to ensure that each child has a partner. Early applications are always encouraged.
Tuition for Returning BRJC 7th Graders by payment ONLINE
$195.70 total tuition per student, with a $61.80 non-refundable deposit due with each application, which is applied towards the total tuition. The remaining portion of tuition ($133.90) is due by January 5th. Wait lists will be opened after January 5th to ensure that each child has a partner. Early applications are always encouraged.
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NEW! We are proud to offer new feature for busy parents.
To register online, submit digital picture of your child and pay with credit card or PayPal, please click button below. Please note there may be a late fee incurred for all new applicants or tuition not paid in full by January 5th. |
To print out a copy of our registration form, attach photo of your child and send us a check, please click on the button below and print out the registration form.
Please note there may be a late fee incurred for all new applicants or tuition not paid in full by January 5th. |
Tuition for NEW 7th Graders by CHECK
$190.00 plus a $60.00 workshop fee for a total tuition of $250.00. ONLY the deposit is due at time of sign-up please.
New 7th graders must attend two workshops in January, to learn the dances and manners sessions from the previous year. The remaining portion of tuition ($190) is due by January 5th. Wait lists will be opened after January 5th to ensure that each child has a partner. Early applications are always encouraged.
Tuition for NEW 7th Graders by payment ONLINE
$195.70 plus a $61.80 workshop fee for a total tuition of $257.50. Only the deposit is due at time of sign-up please.
New 7th graders must attend two workshops in January, to learn the dances and manners sessions from the previous year. The remaining portion of tuition for all grades is due by January 5th and late fees may incur after that date for new applicants or late tuition payments.
$190.00 plus a $60.00 workshop fee for a total tuition of $250.00. ONLY the deposit is due at time of sign-up please.
New 7th graders must attend two workshops in January, to learn the dances and manners sessions from the previous year. The remaining portion of tuition ($190) is due by January 5th. Wait lists will be opened after January 5th to ensure that each child has a partner. Early applications are always encouraged.
Tuition for NEW 7th Graders by payment ONLINE
$195.70 plus a $61.80 workshop fee for a total tuition of $257.50. Only the deposit is due at time of sign-up please.
New 7th graders must attend two workshops in January, to learn the dances and manners sessions from the previous year. The remaining portion of tuition for all grades is due by January 5th and late fees may incur after that date for new applicants or late tuition payments.
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NEW! We are proud to offer new feature for busy parents.
To register online, submit digital picture of your child and pay with credit card or PayPal, please click button below. Please note there may be a late fee incurred for all new applicants or tuition not paid in full by January 5th. Please make sure your child's grade for the Fall of 2020 is noted on the form. |
To print out a copy of our registration form, attach photo of your child and send us a check, please click on the button below and print out the registration form.
Please note there may be a late fee incurred for all new applicants or tuition not paid in full by January 5th. Please make sure your child's grade for the Fall of 2020 is noted on the form. |
EIGHTH & NINTH GRADE COTILLION
Saturday nights from 8:15pm to 9:30pm
Registration for the 13th season is open.
The policy is to have a partner for every child, so applicants that apply late may be on a waiting list until ratios even out.
Early application is recommended as acceptance is first applied, first accepted.
Please note: A late registration fee may apply if application is received after January 5th.
There are no refunds for tuition after the January 5th deadline as students are invited per ratios.
Applications for the 13th season is open now.
13th Season Dates for Cotillion have been updated and are posted below.
Orientation reception for parents to honor parents of NEW cotillion members will be held in January. Attendance is required, as more information about the program and attire will be given at that time. One or both parents may attend and choose either a morning or evening reception. The dates of the receptions will be emailed in January with the invitation.
Parents will chaperone the Spring Ball only if space guidelines allow for it at that time, but we are leaning towards a student only event for that date at this time.
Please note that the Dress code for students and parents of 8th/9th grade students is Semiformal to Formal.
This is a change for this season. For the 13th season, some flexibility needs to be allowed, as some may not have ample time to search for a long gown, so either a short or long gown will be acceptable for Holly Ball. Gentleman may also wear semi-formal or formal attire, for the Spring Ball. The most important thing is that we are learning together.
The eighth and ninth grade class is also invited to attend a 4-course instructional etiquette dinner, that will be held in the spring for a separate fee. Students in those grades can attend the dinner in their 8th grade and 9th grade year.
13th Season Schedule
Registration for the 13th season is open.
The policy is to have a partner for every child, so applicants that apply late may be on a waiting list until ratios even out.
Early application is recommended as acceptance is first applied, first accepted.
Please note: A late registration fee may apply if application is received after January 5th.
There are no refunds for tuition after the January 5th deadline as students are invited per ratios.
Applications for the 13th season is open now.
13th Season Dates for Cotillion have been updated and are posted below.
Orientation reception for parents to honor parents of NEW cotillion members will be held in January. Attendance is required, as more information about the program and attire will be given at that time. One or both parents may attend and choose either a morning or evening reception. The dates of the receptions will be emailed in January with the invitation.
Parents will chaperone the Spring Ball only if space guidelines allow for it at that time, but we are leaning towards a student only event for that date at this time.
Please note that the Dress code for students and parents of 8th/9th grade students is Semiformal to Formal.
This is a change for this season. For the 13th season, some flexibility needs to be allowed, as some may not have ample time to search for a long gown, so either a short or long gown will be acceptable for Holly Ball. Gentleman may also wear semi-formal or formal attire, for the Spring Ball. The most important thing is that we are learning together.
The eighth and ninth grade class is also invited to attend a 4-course instructional etiquette dinner, that will be held in the spring for a separate fee. Students in those grades can attend the dinner in their 8th grade and 9th grade year.
13th Season Schedule
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Date and Time: 8:15pm -9:30pm
Saturday, January 30th Saturday, February 6th Saturday, February 20th Saturday, February 27th Saturday, March 6th Saturday, March 13th |
Theme
Terrific Tango A Night in Madrid I Love the 1990's Salsa Extravaganza TBD-Stay tuned! Spring Ball** ** Spring Ball will most likely be only for the students this season. Attire for parents is Semi-formal to Formal for the Spring Ball. |
Dress
Semi-formal Semi-formal Costume/Prizes Semi-formal Casual Semiformal to Formal |
Tuition for Returning BRJC 8th and 9th Graders $190.00
$190.00 per student total, with a $60.00 non-refundable deposit due with each application, which is applied towards the total tuition.
$190.00 per student total, with a $60.00 non-refundable deposit due with each application, which is applied towards the total tuition.
Tuition for NEW 8th and 9th Graders $230
$190.00 plus a $60.00 workshop fee. New 8th or 9th graders must attend two workshops in January, to learn the dances and manners sessions from the previous year(s). The remaining portion of tuition for all grades is due by
January 5th and $50.00 late fees will apply after that date for new applicants or late tuition payments.
$190.00 plus a $60.00 workshop fee. New 8th or 9th graders must attend two workshops in January, to learn the dances and manners sessions from the previous year(s). The remaining portion of tuition for all grades is due by
January 5th and $50.00 late fees will apply after that date for new applicants or late tuition payments.
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NEW! We are proud to offer new feature for busy parents.
To register online, submit digital picture of your child and pay with credit card or PayPal, please click button below. Please note there may be a late fee incurred for all new applicants or tuition not paid in full by January 5th. Please make sure your child's grade for the Fall of 2020 is noted on the form. |
To print out a copy of our registration form, attach photo of your child and send us a check, please click on the button below and print out the registration form.
Please note there may be a late fee incurred for all new applicants or tuition not paid in full by January 5th. Please make sure your child's grade for the Fall of 2020 is noted on the form. |
attire
Attire for the cotillion events will vary for the grades, with most events being semi-formal. More specific information on appropriate attire for each event will be included on the invitations.
Please note that students need to follow the dress code for each session. Parents attire for Spring Ball (if parents attend) is the same as their child.
(Photo shows formal attire for 8th/9th grade Holly Ball.)
ATTIRE FOR BOYS
Semi-formal: suit or sport coat/slacks, tie/bow tie, loafer or oxford shoes
Casual: slacks or nice jeans; no tie
Costume: no ties, hats ok if part of the costume
Formal (8th/9th grade Holly Ball): dark suit, tie or bow tie (tux optional), loafer or oxford shoes, boutonniere
(13th season Spring Ball for 8th/9th grade is Semi-formal to Formal for flexibility for all families.)
Holly Ball: All boys 6th – 9th grade wear a boutonniere
ATTIRE FOR GIRLS
Sixth grade girls’ dresses must have a capped sleeve or cover shoulder to shoulder. A shrug may be worn over dress if the dress does not cover shoulder to shoulder. All dresses must have straps, even if shrug is worn.
For girls in the older classes of 7th, 8th/9th grades, no shrug is required.
Strapless dresses are not allowed except for 8th/9th grade formal Ball, and then still not preferred.
Semi-formal: short dressy dresses, white gloves, shoes with back or strap on them, no strapless dresses allowed
Casual: skirts, slacks, nice jeans, no gloves
Costume: no gloves, hats ok if part of costume
Formal: (8th/9th grade Ball) long formal dress, long or short white gloves, shoes with back or strap on them
(13th season Spring Ball for 8th/9th grade is Semi-formal to Formal for flexibility for all families.)
Holly Ball: All girls 6th – 9th grade wear corsages; most wear wrist corsages
Please note that students need to follow the dress code for each session. Parents attire for Spring Ball (if parents attend) is the same as their child.
(Photo shows formal attire for 8th/9th grade Holly Ball.)
ATTIRE FOR BOYS
Semi-formal: suit or sport coat/slacks, tie/bow tie, loafer or oxford shoes
Casual: slacks or nice jeans; no tie
Costume: no ties, hats ok if part of the costume
Formal (8th/9th grade Holly Ball): dark suit, tie or bow tie (tux optional), loafer or oxford shoes, boutonniere
(13th season Spring Ball for 8th/9th grade is Semi-formal to Formal for flexibility for all families.)
Holly Ball: All boys 6th – 9th grade wear a boutonniere
ATTIRE FOR GIRLS
Sixth grade girls’ dresses must have a capped sleeve or cover shoulder to shoulder. A shrug may be worn over dress if the dress does not cover shoulder to shoulder. All dresses must have straps, even if shrug is worn.
For girls in the older classes of 7th, 8th/9th grades, no shrug is required.
Strapless dresses are not allowed except for 8th/9th grade formal Ball, and then still not preferred.
Semi-formal: short dressy dresses, white gloves, shoes with back or strap on them, no strapless dresses allowed
Casual: skirts, slacks, nice jeans, no gloves
Costume: no gloves, hats ok if part of costume
Formal: (8th/9th grade Ball) long formal dress, long or short white gloves, shoes with back or strap on them
(13th season Spring Ball for 8th/9th grade is Semi-formal to Formal for flexibility for all families.)
Holly Ball: All girls 6th – 9th grade wear corsages; most wear wrist corsages
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testimonials
"Just a quick note to share that our daughter was showing her cotillion experience this past weekend while attending a formal wedding. Watching her do the Cha Cha Cha in a sea of adults was gratifying. Thank you for doing what you do! We believe she gained the confidence to dance amongst strangers; enjoying herself from her BRJC experience. Thank you." --Jill S. Rogers, AR
"I could not wait for my sons to start Cotillion. I had heard wonderful things about it for years prior to them coming to the age they could attend. It did not disappoint. The boys enjoy learning the dances and discussing manners. The dress up nights are so fun for the boys. They have great respect for Mrs. Swindell and her helpers. Thank you for offering this to the youth of NWA."
--Sara H., Bentonville, AR
"As a parent of two children who have been actively involved in the BRJC cotillion from 6th-9th grades and one as a helper, BRJC has been invaluable in building their confidence in many social situations. As I've watched both perform numerous dance numbers in school musicals with such confidence and ease, I have no doubt their foundation in cotillon helped tremendously! In today's society, proper cell phone etiquette and the importance of a hand written thank you note seems to go by the wayside, but BRJC has helped our son and daughter remember the value of these mannerly life skills. Thanks."--Melody W., Bentonville, AR
"BRJC has helped our son grow into a confident, well-mannered, responsible man...and the bonus is that he knows how to dance! Thank you Mrs. Swindell for the positive experience."--Sandra S., Rogers, AR
"Our son has enjoyed both participating and being a helper at BRJC. We appreciate all that you do to make a difference in the young lives that attend Cotillion. The kids have a ball socializing with friends and learning dance steps, all the while improving their manners! We appreciate the fact that you are layering onto lessons that we work on at home. As we know, it takes a village to develop children into adulthood, and BRJC is teaching life lessons that they can take with them forever. Thank you!"-Candy F., Bentonvillle, AR
"My people skills have improved by great lengths from the time I started BRJC to now. Mrs. Swindell pairing us with a new partner each time helped me become close with a group of people, when walking in I knew no one. It has also helped me in a professional sense when talking to teachers, CEO's, and managers. My ease to create good conversation is all a testament to Mrs. Swindell's teaching."
--former participant, Bentonville, AR
"There are a few things that I have enjoyed about the Bentonville-Rogers Junior Cotillion. I always loved meeting people from the area that I would not have had the chance to interact with otherwise. Cotillion made ballroom dancing a fun activity for me to share with my friends. The manner sessions were both relevant and important lessons for us to learn. I learned many things at cotillion and made so many enjoyable memories."--former participant, Rogers, AR
"I could not wait for my sons to start Cotillion. I had heard wonderful things about it for years prior to them coming to the age they could attend. It did not disappoint. The boys enjoy learning the dances and discussing manners. The dress up nights are so fun for the boys. They have great respect for Mrs. Swindell and her helpers. Thank you for offering this to the youth of NWA."
--Sara H., Bentonville, AR
"As a parent of two children who have been actively involved in the BRJC cotillion from 6th-9th grades and one as a helper, BRJC has been invaluable in building their confidence in many social situations. As I've watched both perform numerous dance numbers in school musicals with such confidence and ease, I have no doubt their foundation in cotillon helped tremendously! In today's society, proper cell phone etiquette and the importance of a hand written thank you note seems to go by the wayside, but BRJC has helped our son and daughter remember the value of these mannerly life skills. Thanks."--Melody W., Bentonville, AR
"BRJC has helped our son grow into a confident, well-mannered, responsible man...and the bonus is that he knows how to dance! Thank you Mrs. Swindell for the positive experience."--Sandra S., Rogers, AR
"Our son has enjoyed both participating and being a helper at BRJC. We appreciate all that you do to make a difference in the young lives that attend Cotillion. The kids have a ball socializing with friends and learning dance steps, all the while improving their manners! We appreciate the fact that you are layering onto lessons that we work on at home. As we know, it takes a village to develop children into adulthood, and BRJC is teaching life lessons that they can take with them forever. Thank you!"-Candy F., Bentonvillle, AR
"My people skills have improved by great lengths from the time I started BRJC to now. Mrs. Swindell pairing us with a new partner each time helped me become close with a group of people, when walking in I knew no one. It has also helped me in a professional sense when talking to teachers, CEO's, and managers. My ease to create good conversation is all a testament to Mrs. Swindell's teaching."
--former participant, Bentonville, AR
"There are a few things that I have enjoyed about the Bentonville-Rogers Junior Cotillion. I always loved meeting people from the area that I would not have had the chance to interact with otherwise. Cotillion made ballroom dancing a fun activity for me to share with my friends. The manner sessions were both relevant and important lessons for us to learn. I learned many things at cotillion and made so many enjoyable memories."--former participant, Rogers, AR