What a GREAT time we had!
It was a wonderful mixture of pleasant awkward - as Valentine's always and forever will be in elementary school :)
The day began with our Manners Breakfast starting with a lesson in Chivalry (a sadly, quickly disappearing trait), where it came from (tough, gory, medieval knights, who would've thought!) , and how ladies should react when treated in this way. We learned together when to place our napkin on our laps, what to eat/not eat with a fork during formal dinners, how to set a simple table setting, how to interact with waiters/waitresses, and how to interact with table guests.
Then, we enjoyed a wonderful breakfast of muffins, orange juice/milk, yogurt, and fresh fruit. Thank you so much for your support parents! We could not have enjoyed it without you!
For our reflection, we completed our vintage place mats by sharing 5 things we learned.
It was a wonderful mixture of pleasant awkward - as Valentine's always and forever will be in elementary school :)
The day began with our Manners Breakfast starting with a lesson in Chivalry (a sadly, quickly disappearing trait), where it came from (tough, gory, medieval knights, who would've thought!) , and how ladies should react when treated in this way. We learned together when to place our napkin on our laps, what to eat/not eat with a fork during formal dinners, how to set a simple table setting, how to interact with waiters/waitresses, and how to interact with table guests.
Then, we enjoyed a wonderful breakfast of muffins, orange juice/milk, yogurt, and fresh fruit. Thank you so much for your support parents! We could not have enjoyed it without you!
For our reflection, we completed our vintage place mats by sharing 5 things we learned.
For the second part of the day, we learned a combination of six dances - three with me including SWING, WALZ, and SALSA. With Mrs. Leach, DISCO, the TANGO, and the CHARLESTON. Learning them together made for many awkward, yet rewarding experiences as students learned how to respectfully interact with each other on a dance floor.
At the end of our practice, we learned the history of formal dances (balls) and the practice of "Dance Cards" used by girls to organize their evenings. Each of the girls in the room were then given a dance card with the predetermined TWO dances they would be required to have a male partner for (SWING and WALZ). The ladies then walked around the room and responded to the requests of the gentlemen, "May I have the Walz/Swing?" It was adorable. It was awkward. It was a wonderful barrier breaker.
I think the look on Scott's face below says it all ;0)
At the end of our practice, we learned the history of formal dances (balls) and the practice of "Dance Cards" used by girls to organize their evenings. Each of the girls in the room were then given a dance card with the predetermined TWO dances they would be required to have a male partner for (SWING and WALZ). The ladies then walked around the room and responded to the requests of the gentlemen, "May I have the Walz/Swing?" It was adorable. It was awkward. It was a wonderful barrier breaker.
I think the look on Scott's face below says it all ;0)
After lunch, we "got dancy!" Rockin to all styles of music the kids really showed off their moves :) The first formal ballroom dance we had was Swing, the kiddos partnered off and did a great job of practicing their previously learned moves. Many of the students (more then I have ever had in the past!) stayed paired off and definitely blew me away with their skills! The second ballroom dance was the Waltz - these, mixed with inserted group dances, created a very FUN dance party! (Sadly, after much trying, I was unable to upload the videos!)
A delightful surprise, Madelyn shared with us her unique dance style, which left many of us in awe! (again, I am unable to upload the video!)
Cookies and Punch were also shared during our dance, Valentine's were passed out, and boxes were admired. Overall, we had a fabulous, fun-filled afternoon!
Below are some pictures of a few of Valentine's Boxes - all of them did an outstanding job!
Below are some pictures of a few of Valentine's Boxes - all of them did an outstanding job!