The JDW staff has three objectives in teaching their students:
 

Each JDW Cotillion Director is accomplished in dance and social education. All directors teach at the elementary and middle school levels, and also instruct social education at the high school, university, business and corporate levels. The JDW record of excellence is reflected by the results of the 'Cotillion Report Cards' which are given to every student and their parent who has participated in the cotillion experience.

Report Cards from the most recent season (2010-2011) reflect that,

Of JDW Cotillion students:

• 95% believe that the JDW Cotillion has helped prepare them for their future.
• 94% believe the program gave them more confidence in social and unfamiliar situations.
• 92% believe the JDW Cotillion helped them learn to treat others with more respect.
• 88% believe that dance has taught them more about cooperation and teamwork.
• 97% say Cotillion taught them how to make a positive first impression.
• Over 96% believe that Cotillion increased their awareness of manners and table etiquette.

• 99% believe Cotillion has helped their children gain a better understanding of manners and social etiquette.
• 98% believe the skills learned in Cotillion will have a positive impact on their child’s future social relationships and career.
• 97% say their children enjoyed the JDW Cotillion experience, and that they learned important social skills.
• 97% believe Cotillion has strengthened their child’s confidence in social and unfamiliar situations.

Katherine has been a director with JDW Social Education Programs since 1994 and now holds the title of Vice President. Her education in international business from the University of Colorado, and her work as assistant to the Chief of Protocol for Governor Romer during the World Economic Summit of the Eight, have added an international perspective to the organization. Her experiences include travel to six continents and over 25 countries. Katherine also holds a marketing degree and heads up our public relations department and has made regular appearances on news broadcasts and KNUS - Success Radio, a local talk radio program.

As executive director of ESP Executive Social Presentation, Katherine has been speaking and instructing etiquette courses on a national basis since 1997. Recently, her projects include corporate seminars for Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Pikes Peak United Way, AAMSE (American Association of Medical Society Executives), BIG (Blacks in Government), Focus Ministries, Marriott Hotels, Wichita State University, and University of Colorado. She was privileged to be the keynote speaker for the Kappa Delta Leadership Conference, National Charity League, Junior Achievement and Leader’s Challenge.

Shelley’s career with JDW Social Education Programs began in 1991. She manages and instructs cotillion programs nationwide and is one of the original program developers and presenters for ESP Executive Social Presentation. Along with administrative projects, she is the leader for research and development. Shelley has directed training seminars for Jackson National Life Insurance, Marriott Hotels, Atmos Energy, ING Re, SUNY College, Pikes Peak United Way, and Metropolitan State College.In addition, Shelley also instructed the required dining and social etiquette training for cadets at the United States Air Force Academy.

Shelley was born and raised in upstate New York. She attended Marietta College and graduated with a degree in psychology from the University of Southwestern Louisiana. Mother of three, her volunteer work has included Junior League of Denver, Rocky Mountain Adoption Exchange, Denver Center for the Performing Arts, Open Door and Fort Bend County Women’s Center. She enjoys spending time at her homes in Colorado and Texas.

Annabel has been a part of the JDW family since the age of 9 when she began her Cotillion experience as a student and later a student instructor.  She started her official career with JDW Social Education Programs in 2005 after graduating Magna Cum Laude from Pepperdine University where she was honored to present the commencement address. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in liberal studies with an emphasis in theatre arts and earned her Multiple Subject Teaching Credential through the Seaver College Program.

In addition to managing our JDW Cotillion division, Annabel is also the JDWC staff Dance Director.  She trains in competitive International Ballroom and Latin dances.  Annabel is the current Colorado 10 Dance Champion, having achieved highest marks at the Colorado Star Ball in cha cha, samba, rhumba, paso doble, jive, waltz, tango, Viennese waltz, fox trot and quickstep at the Bronze level.  She is a certified member of USA Dance Organization and National Dance Council of America.  As an ESP presenter, Annabel has directed seminars for the University of Dallas, KeyBank, Northwestern Mutual Financial Network and Sewell Automotive Group.

 

Daniel is the newest member of the JDWSEP team. He began his study of social education at the JDW Cherry Hills and Glenmoor Country Club Cotillions. Daniel has been instrumental in developing new Cotillions, integrating the use of social media into JDW's marketing, and contributing to the development of our ESP Executive Social Presentation curriculum.  He is the Director of our SEE Survival Etiquette Essentials Division.

Daniel holds a Bachelor of Music in vocal performance from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas. As a classically trained countertenor, his notable roles include the Spirit in the Meadows Opera Theatre production of Dido and Aeneas, Baker in Into the Woods, and Conrad Birdie in Bye Bye Birdie. Daniel brings his strong background in the arts to the JDWSEP team, exemplifying the importance of the arts in the study of social education.

While at SMU, Daniel was a judge on the Inter-Fraternity Council Judicial Board, a Resident Assistant, as well as officer of the Gamma Sigma chapter of Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity. In 2008 Daniel was awarded the Dorothy Amann Award for his contributions in social justice at SMU.

Daniel remains active in the field of social justice with leadership roles in grass roots campaigns across the country. Daniel has been seen on Fox 31 television speaking on issues facing young people today as well as on ABC and in local publications for his community efforts in Dallas, Texas.

Darla started her career with the JDW Social Education Programs in 1983. Since then she has successfully directed and centralized all communication between the Company, chairwomen, committee members, clients, and print, handling and media suppliers. Affectionately known to our staff and chairwomen as "24-7", Darla also supervises the Company's web site and database operations, trains committee members in registration processing and data analysis, organizes publicity strategies, and - as JDWC's Customer Relations Director - supports and responds to thousands of requests and questions from Cotillion parents.

Debbie joined JDW Social Education Programs in June 2009 as Executive Administrator. Debbie’s primary responsibilities include corporate and administrative projects as well as scheduling, facility management.  Debbie's career has included management and executive positions in customer relations, quality assurance, training and development, operations and consulting. Debbie is a graduate of Miami University in Oxford, Ohio and has four grown children. She has volunteered her time with Denver Public Schools, Delta Delta Delta Sorority, Colorado Refugee Services and her church. She currently serves on the Board of Directors for a retreat and conference center near Colorado Springs.