Bentonville-Rogers Junior Cotillion
Applications are now closed for the Fall 2019 cotillion Season.
Applications for the 2020 fall season will open on October 15th of this year.
FOr High school students, see our College prep course that starts Sept. 14th.
"I am proud to celebrate in 2019 as we begin our 12th season of Bentonville-Rogers Junior Cotillion. Each cotillion class empowers students by teaching valuable social skills and etiquette lessons that will last them a lifetime. It is a joy to watch the students grow into the fine 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.
ABOUT BENTONVILLE-ROGERS JUNIOR COTILLION
APPLICATION PROCESS
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
REGISTRATION AND TUITION FEES
6th GRADE COTILLION
7th GRADE COTILLION
8th & 9th GRADE COTILLION
COTILLION ATTIRE
PICTURE GALLERY
TESTIMONIALS
of the appropriate grade for your child for the 6th, 7th, and 8th/9th grade cotillion groups.
ABOUT BENTONVILLE-ROGERS JUNIOR COTILLION
APPLICATION PROCESS
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
REGISTRATION AND TUITION FEES
6th GRADE COTILLION
7th GRADE COTILLION
8th & 9th GRADE COTILLION
COTILLION ATTIRE
PICTURE GALLERY
TESTIMONIALS
Registration for the 2019 Fall Season is closed at this time.
* FIFTH GRADE PARENTS: Registration opens on October 15th of the 5th grade year for beginning 6th grade students.
Applications for Fall 2020 will also be accepted for next year's 7th, 8th and 9th graders on October 15, 2019.
I had a lovely time at the American Association of Etiquette Professionals National Conference in Boston, MA (April 2018) and I am looking forward to our annual conference in Denver, Colorado on April 11-14, 2019.
It is an honor to be an active member of the American Association of Etiquette Professionals
and to bring timely etiquette topics and teaching techniques back to the wonderful students
of the Bentonville-Rogers Junior Cotillon and etiquette programs as we begin our twelfth season together.
* FIFTH GRADE PARENTS: Registration opens on October 15th of the 5th grade year for beginning 6th grade students.
Applications for Fall 2020 will also be accepted for next year's 7th, 8th and 9th graders on October 15, 2019.
I had a lovely time at the American Association of Etiquette Professionals National Conference in Boston, MA (April 2018) and I am looking forward to our annual conference in Denver, Colorado on April 11-14, 2019.
It is an honor to be an active member of the American Association of Etiquette Professionals
and to bring timely etiquette topics and teaching techniques back to the wonderful students
of the Bentonville-Rogers Junior Cotillon and etiquette programs as we begin our twelfth season together.
ABOUT BENTONVILLE-ROGERS JUNIOR COTILLION
The Bentonville-Rogers Junior Cotillion is proud to celebrate our 12th season in 2019. 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 2019 season consists of six events to be held on selected Saturday nights during September through November.
The season schedule for 2019 is posted under each specific group.
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.
All parents are invited to attend and chaperone the last dance for our 2019 season at the Holly Ball on November 2, 2019.
Applications will open on October 15, 2019 for the 2020 Bentonville-Rogers Junior Cotillion season.
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 2019 season consists of six events to be held on selected Saturday nights during September through November.
The season schedule for 2019 is posted under each specific group.
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.
All parents are invited to attend and chaperone the last dance for our 2019 season at the Holly Ball on November 2, 2019.
Applications will open on October 15, 2019 for the 2020 Bentonville-Rogers Junior Cotillion season.
application process
Applications open October 15th each year 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 mailed in July, but students are accepted after July if there is a spot for them.
Our policy is to have a partner for every child.
Applications open on October 15th of the 5th grade year for beginning 6th grade students.
Applications are now open and some spots are limited for the 2018 Bentonvillle-Rogers Junior Cotillion season.
New BRJC 7th, 8th and 9th Grade Applicants: Applications are accepted starting October 15th each year for next year’s new students in these grades. New 7th, 8th or 9th graders must attend two review workshops in late August/early September 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 May 1 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 have a partner for every child.
Applications open on October 15th of the 5th grade year for beginning 6th grade students.
Applications are now open and some spots are limited for the 2018 Bentonvillle-Rogers Junior Cotillion season.
New BRJC 7th, 8th and 9th Grade Applicants: Applications are accepted starting October 15th each year for next year’s new students in these grades. New 7th, 8th or 9th graders must attend two review workshops in late August/early September 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 May 1 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 make-up lesson is offered for the Holly Ball.
Carpools: Carpools are encouraged. Parents are 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.
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.
Holly 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.
Orientation Reception for Parents: to honor parents of cotillion members will be held in August. 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 sent in July with the invitation.
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 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.
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.
Holly 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.
Orientation Reception for Parents: to honor parents of cotillion members will be held in August. 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 sent in July with the invitation.
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 Fall 2020 Season will open on October 15, 2019.
Reminder: All tuition is due by August 15th.
After August 15th, there is a $25.00 late fee for any new applicants or current students paying final tuition late.
Applications for the Fall 2019 season are closed at this time.
6th GRADERS & RETURNING BRJC 7TH, 8TH and 9TH GRADERS
Tuition by check: $180.00 per student total with a $50.00 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 August 15th.
After August 15th, a $25.00 late fee is applied to all new applicants or late tuition payments, and the waiting list is opened.
Tuition by payment online: $185.40 per student total with a $51.50 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 August 15th.
After August 15th, a $25.00 late fee is 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: $180.00 plus an additional $50.00 workshop fee for a total tuition of $230.00.
Only the Non-refundable deposit fee is $50.00 is due at time of application.
The remaining tuition ($180.00) is due by August 15th.
New 7th, 8th or 9th graders must attend two workshops in August/September, to learn the dances and manners sessions missed from the previous year(s). The remaining portion of tuition for all grades is due by August 15th,
and a $25.00 late fee will apply after that date for new applicants or late tuition payments.
Tuition by payment online: $185.40 plus an additional $51.50 workshop fee for a total tuition of $236.90.
Only the Non-refundable deposit fee is $50.00 is due at time of application.
The remaining tuition ($180.25) is due by August 15th.
New 7th, 8th or 9th graders must attend two workshops in August/September, to learn the dances and manners sessions missed from the previous year(s). The remaining portion of tuition for all grades is due by August 15th,
and a $25.00 late fee will apply after that date for new applicants or late tuition payments.
Please note that online payments will have 3% processing fee included.
Registration for the Fall 2020 Season will open on October 15, 2019.
Reminder: All tuition is due by August 15th.
After August 15th, there is a $25.00 late fee for any new applicants or current students paying final tuition late.
Applications for the Fall 2019 season are closed at this time.
6th GRADERS & RETURNING BRJC 7TH, 8TH and 9TH GRADERS
Tuition by check: $180.00 per student total with a $50.00 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 August 15th.
After August 15th, a $25.00 late fee is applied to all new applicants or late tuition payments, and the waiting list is opened.
Tuition by payment online: $185.40 per student total with a $51.50 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 August 15th.
After August 15th, a $25.00 late fee is 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: $180.00 plus an additional $50.00 workshop fee for a total tuition of $230.00.
Only the Non-refundable deposit fee is $50.00 is due at time of application.
The remaining tuition ($180.00) is due by August 15th.
New 7th, 8th or 9th graders must attend two workshops in August/September, to learn the dances and manners sessions missed from the previous year(s). The remaining portion of tuition for all grades is due by August 15th,
and a $25.00 late fee will apply after that date for new applicants or late tuition payments.
Tuition by payment online: $185.40 plus an additional $51.50 workshop fee for a total tuition of $236.90.
Only the Non-refundable deposit fee is $50.00 is due at time of application.
The remaining tuition ($180.25) is due by August 15th.
New 7th, 8th or 9th graders must attend two workshops in August/September, to learn the dances and manners sessions missed from the previous year(s). The remaining portion of tuition for all grades is due by August 15th,
and a $25.00 late fee will apply after that date for new applicants or late tuition payments.
SIXTH grade cotillion
Saturday nights from 5:00pm to 6:15pm**
Registration for the 2020 season will open on October 15, 2019.
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: Late Registration Fee of $25.00 applies after August 15th.
Applications for the Fall 2019 season are closed at this time.
Applications for the Fall 2020 season will open this fall on October 15th, 2019.
Cotillion Dates for 2019 are posted below.
Orientation reception for parents to honor parents of cotillion members will be held in August. 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 sent in July with the invitation.
Parents will chaperone the Holly Ball only. Dress code for parents at the Holly Ball is the same as your child.
2019 Season Schedule
Registration for the 2020 season will open on October 15, 2019.
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: Late Registration Fee of $25.00 applies after August 15th.
Applications for the Fall 2019 season are closed at this time.
Applications for the Fall 2020 season will open this fall on October 15th, 2019.
Cotillion Dates for 2019 are posted below.
Orientation reception for parents to honor parents of cotillion members will be held in August. 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 sent in July with the invitation.
Parents will chaperone the Holly Ball only. Dress code for parents at the Holly Ball is the same as your child.
2019 Season Schedule
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Date and Time: 5:00pm-6:15pm
Saturday, September 7th Saturday, September 14th Saturday, September 28th Saturday, October 5th Saturday, October 26th Saturday, November 2nd |
Theme
Opening Dance Dance Around the World Favorite Holiday Waltz into Fall Neon Dance Party! Holly Ball* ** Parents to chaperone Holly Ball. Attire for parents is semi-formal. |
Dress
Semi-formal Semi-formal Costume/Prizes Semi-formal Casual Semi-formal |
Tuition for Sixth Graders by CHECK
$180 per student with a $50 non-refundable deposit due with each application, which is applied towards the total tuition. The remaining portion of tuition ($130) is due by August 15th. Wait lists will be opened after August 15th to ensure that each child has a partner. Early applications are always encouraged.
Tuition for Sixth Graders by payment ONLINE
$185.40 per student with a $51.50 non-refundable deposit due with each application, which is applied towards the total tuition. The remaining portion of tuition ($133.90) is due by August 15th. Wait lists will be opened after August 15th to ensure that each child has a partner. Early applications are always encouraged.
PLEASE NOTE: There is an automatic $25.00 late fee for final tuition not paid and received by August 15th, and any late student applications received after August 15th.
* FIFTH GRADE PARENTS: Registration opens on October 15th of the 5th grade year for beginning 6th grade students. Classes fill quickly, so early application is recommended. Applications are first applied, first accepted.
$180 per student with a $50 non-refundable deposit due with each application, which is applied towards the total tuition. The remaining portion of tuition ($130) is due by August 15th. Wait lists will be opened after August 15th to ensure that each child has a partner. Early applications are always encouraged.
Tuition for Sixth Graders by payment ONLINE
$185.40 per student with a $51.50 non-refundable deposit due with each application, which is applied towards the total tuition. The remaining portion of tuition ($133.90) is due by August 15th. Wait lists will be opened after August 15th to ensure that each child has a partner. Early applications are always encouraged.
PLEASE NOTE: There is an automatic $25.00 late fee for final tuition not paid and received by August 15th, and any late student applications received after August 15th.
* FIFTH GRADE PARENTS: Registration opens on October 15th of the 5th grade year 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: $25.00 late fee applies after August 15th. |
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.
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SEVENTH GRADE COTILLION
Saturday nights from 6:45pm to 8:00pm
Registration for the 2020 season will open on October 15, 2019.
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: Late Registration Fee of $25.00 applies after August 15th.
Applications are closed for the Fall 2019 season.
Registration for the 2020 season will open this fall on October 15, 2019.
Orientation reception for parents of New 7th, 8th, and 9th grade students to honor parents of cotillion members will be held in August. Attendance is required, as more information about the program and attire will be given at that time.
One or both parents of new students may attend and choose either a morning or evening reception.
The dates of the receptions will be sent in July with the invitation.
Parents will chaperone the Holly Ball only. Dress code for parents at the Holly Ball is the same as your child.
2019 Season Schedule
Registration for the 2020 season will open on October 15, 2019.
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: Late Registration Fee of $25.00 applies after August 15th.
Applications are closed for the Fall 2019 season.
Registration for the 2020 season will open this fall on October 15, 2019.
Orientation reception for parents of New 7th, 8th, and 9th grade students to honor parents of cotillion members will be held in August. Attendance is required, as more information about the program and attire will be given at that time.
One or both parents of new students may attend and choose either a morning or evening reception.
The dates of the receptions will be sent in July with the invitation.
Parents will chaperone the Holly Ball only. Dress code for parents at the Holly Ball is the same as your child.
2019 Season Schedule
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Date and Time: 6:45pm-8:00pm
Saturday, September 7th Saturday, September 14th Saturday, September 28th Saturday, October 5th Saturday, October 26th Saturday, November 2nd |
Theme
Opening Dance An Autumn Evening Sock Hop-1950's Dancing with the Stars Neon Dance Party! Holly Ball* *Parents to chaperone Holly Ball. Attire for parents is semi-formal. |
Dress
Semi-formal Semi-formal Costume/Prizes Semi-formal Casual Semi-formal |
Tuition for Returning BRJC 7th Graders by CHECK
$180.00 total tuition per student, with a $50.00 non-refundable deposit due with each application, which is applied towards the total tuition. The remaining portion of tuition for all grades is due by August 15th and $25.00 late fees will apply after that date for new applicants or late tuition payments.
Tuition for Returning BRJC 7th Graders by payment ONLINE
$185.40 total tuition per student, with a $51.50 non-refundable deposit due with each application, which is applied towards the total tuition. The remaining portion of tuition for all grades is due by August 15th and $25.00 late fees will apply after that date for new applicants or late tuition payments.
$180.00 total tuition per student, with a $50.00 non-refundable deposit due with each application, which is applied towards the total tuition. The remaining portion of tuition for all grades is due by August 15th and $25.00 late fees will apply after that date for new applicants or late tuition payments.
Tuition for Returning BRJC 7th Graders by payment ONLINE
$185.40 total tuition per student, with a $51.50 non-refundable deposit due with each application, which is applied towards the total tuition. The remaining portion of tuition for all grades is due by August 15th and $25.00 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. |
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.
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Tuition for NEW 7th Graders by CHECK
$180.00 plus a $50.00 workshop fee for a total tuition of $230.00. ONLY the deposit is due at time of sign-up please.
New 7th graders must attend two workshops in August/September, to learn the dances and manners sessions from the previous year. The remaining portion of tuition for all grades is due by August 15th and $25.00 late fees will apply after that date for new applicants or late tuition payments.
Tuition for NEW 7th Graders by payment ONLINE
$185.40 plus a $51.50 workshop fee for a total tuition of $236.90. Only the deposit is due at time of sign-up please.
New 7th graders must attend two workshops in August/September, to learn the dances and manners sessions from the previous year. The remaining portion of tuition for all grades is due by August 15th and $25.00 late fees will apply after that date for new applicants or late tuition payments.
$180.00 plus a $50.00 workshop fee for a total tuition of $230.00. ONLY the deposit is due at time of sign-up please.
New 7th graders must attend two workshops in August/September, to learn the dances and manners sessions from the previous year. The remaining portion of tuition for all grades is due by August 15th and $25.00 late fees will apply after that date for new applicants or late tuition payments.
Tuition for NEW 7th Graders by payment ONLINE
$185.40 plus a $51.50 workshop fee for a total tuition of $236.90. Only the deposit is due at time of sign-up please.
New 7th graders must attend two workshops in August/September, to learn the dances and manners sessions from the previous year. The remaining portion of tuition for all grades is due by August 15th and $25.00 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 make sure you indicate 7th grade for Fall of 2019. |
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 make sure you indicate 7th grade for Fall of 2019. |
EIGHTH & NINTH GRADE COTILLION
Saturday nights from 8:15pm to 9:30pm
Registration for the 2020 season will open on October 15, 2019.
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: Late Registration Fee of $25.00 applies after August 15th.
Applications are closed for the Fall 2019 season.
Registration for the 2020 season will open this fall on October 15, 2019.
The eighth and ninth grade class is also invited to attend a 4-course instructional etiquette dinner, usually held in February, for a separate fee. Students in those grades can attend the dinner in their 8th grade and 9th grade year.
Orientation reception for parents of new 8th and 9th graders to honor parents of cotillion members will be held in August. Attendance is kindly requested, 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 sent in July with the invitation.
Parents will chaperone the Holly Ball only. Dress code for parents of 8th/9th grade students is Formal.
2019 Season Schedule
Registration for the 2020 season will open on October 15, 2019.
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: Late Registration Fee of $25.00 applies after August 15th.
Applications are closed for the Fall 2019 season.
Registration for the 2020 season will open this fall on October 15, 2019.
The eighth and ninth grade class is also invited to attend a 4-course instructional etiquette dinner, usually held in February, for a separate fee. Students in those grades can attend the dinner in their 8th grade and 9th grade year.
Orientation reception for parents of new 8th and 9th graders to honor parents of cotillion members will be held in August. Attendance is kindly requested, 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 sent in July with the invitation.
Parents will chaperone the Holly Ball only. Dress code for parents of 8th/9th grade students is Formal.
2019 Season Schedule
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Date and Time: 8:15pm -9:30pm
Saturday, September 7th Saturday, September 14th Saturday, September 28th Saturday, October 5th Saturday, October 26th Saturday, November 2nd |
Theme
Time to Tango Mambo Mania Hawaiian Luau Dancing with the Stars Neon Dance Party! Holly Ball** ** Parents to chaperone Holly Ball. Attire for parents is Formal for the 8th/9th grade Holly Ball. |
Dress
Semi-formal Semi-formal Costume/Prizes Semi-formal Casual Formal |
Tuition for Returning BRJC 8th and 9th Graders $180
$180.00 per student total, with a $50.00 non-refundable deposit due with each application, which is applied towards the total tuition.
$180.00 per student total, with a $50.00 non-refundable deposit due with each application, which is applied towards the total tuition.
Tuition for NEW 8th and 9th Graders $230
$180.00 plus a $50.00 workshop fee. New 8th or 9th graders must attend two workshops in August/September, to learn the dances and manners sessions from the previous year(s). The remaining portion of tuition for all grades is due by August 15th and $25.00 late fees will apply after that date for new applicants or late tuition payments.
$180.00 plus a $50.00 workshop fee. New 8th or 9th graders must attend two workshops in August/September, to learn the dances and manners sessions from the previous year(s). The remaining portion of tuition for all grades is due by August 15th and $25.00 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 make sure you indicate your child's grade for 2019. |
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 make sure you indicate your child's grade for 2019. |
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 in invitations.
Please note that students need to follow the dress code for each session. Parents attire for Holly Ball 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
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 Holly 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 Holly Ball) long formal dress, long or short white gloves, shoes with back or strap on them
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 Holly Ball 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
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 Holly 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 Holly Ball) long formal dress, long or short white gloves, shoes with back or strap on them
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