Your Child Belongs Anywhere. Here’s Their Ticket.
The word etiquette comes from the French word for the small card that once granted entry. Today, etiquette still offers a kind of entry — not into exclusive rooms, but into confidence, kindness, connection, and belonging.
With Maralee’s warm guidance, children learn the social skills that help them feel comfortable wherever life takes them: at school, around the table, with friends, at family gatherings, while traveling, and in new situations where they’re still learning how to shine.
Year-Round, In-Depth Instruction from a National Authority
Maralee provides comprehensive, personalized etiquette education throughout the year, giving children time to build skills with care, confidence, and lasting impact. As the founder of The Etiquette School of America and a nationally recognized expert featured in The New York Times, ABC, NBC, CBS, and major publications, she brings 28 years of expertise to every session.
Families travel from across the United States — and internationally — to work with Maralee in her Winter Park office, drawn not only to her expertise, but to her rare ability to make students feel comfortable, encouraged, and genuinely understood.
Confidence and skills that open doors
These are the years when first impressions matter more than ever. Maralee helps teens develop poise, self-awareness, confidence, and people skills that open doors — from school interviews and social events to leadership opportunities, internships, and future jobs.
With kindness, humor, and real-world relevance, she meets teens where they are. Her approach is never stiff, outdated, or intimidating. Instead, teens learn in a way that feels encouraging, practical, and immediately useful in everyday life.
Prepared and Ready to Thrive
With one-on-one coaching from Maralee, your teen will learn the people skills that build confidence, strengthen character, and help them move through the world with greater ease. Delivered in her warm, encouraging style, these sessions help teens show up as their best, most authentic selves — prepared for life’s next steps and ready to thrive.
Your teen may learn to:
- Make a polished and positive first impression.
- Build real confidence in school, social, and interview settings.
- Navigate friend groups, peer pressure, and awkward moments with grace.
- Speak and present themselves with poise and clarity.
- Gain tools to manage anxiety and social stress.
- Learn how to stand out (in the best way) in interviews and events.
- Understand social cues and expectations in modern life.
- Learn how to be kind without being a pushover.
- Learn fast food to five star dining, table, and restaurant manners
- Texting and cell phone manners
- What, when, and when not to post online
- Thank you manners: when to call, text, or write a thank you note
- Why gratitude is a character trait you need to live a happy life and how to cultivate an attitude of gratitude in less than three minutes a day
- Receive personalized coaching from an award-winning mentor.
Help your teen step into their future with confidence, clarity, and character.
What to Expect:
Taught In Person in Winter Park, Florida
All children’s courses are taught by Maralee herself at her peaceful, professional office in Winter Park, a charming suburb just outside Orlando. The environment is welcoming and distraction-free — the perfect place for your child to grow in confidence and kindness.
Courses Designed Around Your Child
Each course is thoughtfully tailored to your child’s age, personality, and social development, ensuring they receive the skills most relevant to their current stage of life — all taught with warmth, encouragement, and expertise.
Flexible Scheduling for Busy Families
No need to rearrange your week — you choose the day and time that fits best into your family’s calendar. Sessions are offered on a flexible schedule, making it easy to prioritize your child’s growth without added stress.
An Investment in Your Teen’s Future
These are not just etiquette lessons — they are life skills that will serve your teen in college interviews, internship opportunities, professional networking, leadership settings, and relationships throughout life.
The confidence, poise, and social intelligence gained in these sessions become part of who they are. They help teens stand out for all the right reasons and create opportunities that extend far beyond the classroom.
What’s Included in Your Investment
Each Refined & Ready experience is thoughtfully designed and personally prepared by Maralee to create a meaningful, confidence-building experience for your teen.
- Extensive personalized curriculum preparation tailored to your teen’s age, personality, and stage of life
- All premium course materials
- Thoughtfully selected extras and hands-on learning experiences
- Dining instruction and practice with quality foods when appropriate
- One-on-one instruction from Maralee McKee, founder of The Etiquette School of America
- Flexible scheduling designed to work with your family’s calendar
- A lasting experience that builds confidence, kindness, and lifelong social skills
How It Works
Book a complimentary Discovery Call
During your call, Maralee will learn more about your child, answer your questions, and share investment details, program recommendations, and scheduling options.
Receive a personalized plan
Once your custom plan has been created, your child will meet one-on-one with Maralee in sessions that are fun, thoughtful, and designed to build confidence through kindness.
Celebrate meaningful growth
Watch your child begin showing new maturity, manners, and joy in social settings — all while staying true to who they are.
*Courses are limited to four children in the same age group. Siblings, relatives, and friends may attend together. All courses are private.
Frequently Asked Questions
Testimonials
"We can't begin to tell you how much Brittany enjoyed your course! We were so pleased at how quickly she picked up on the lessons. We were surprised that when faced with the choice of cheerleading practice or your classes, she quickly chose your classes, hands down! We've noticed a difference in her level of self-confidence. I highly recommend Ms. McKee's courses to all parents. We all need a little help sometimes."
"Enrolling my teens in Ms. McKee's course at The Etiquette School of America was a smart decision. The dining skills learned were put into immediate practice, making us more at ease when we dine out and when our son and daughter are guests of others. I highly recommend this course because as teens form their future plans, these etiquette skills will be a factor in reaching their goals."
Ms. K. Janeiro
"My boys truly enjoyed the learning experience. I was amazed at the breadth of material you covered and how much of it the boys retained."
Ms. W Holland
Without a doubt, Maralee is one of the most popular things we’ve ever done on the Z88.3 FM Positive Hits Morning Show. She’s been on every Monday for more than five years. Our listeners love her. Many of us long to be gracious, kind, courteous, and civil people. Her advice is priceless. She makes manners relevant and fun.
L. Williams
"When I find myself confused, I ask, 'WWMD?' What would Maralee do?"
Scott Smith, KLove Radio
Ready to Help Your Teen Step Confidently Into What’s Next?
If you’re looking for a warm, personalized experience that helps your teen grow in confidence, poise, and real-world readiness, Maralee would be honored to welcome your family.
If Refined & Ready feels like the right fit for your teen, the next step is simple: book a complimentary Discovery Call to learn more, ask questions, and explore the best path forward.
Because Maralee works with a select number of families each year and many parents book in advance, availability can be limited.