By Dawn Scotland
The Truth Reporter
Prestige School of Protocol, led by executive director Precious Tate, hosted its Interview Masterclass/Day Camp for teens and girls at the Holiday Inn Express North on Saturday January 11. The event was led by a team of certified etiquette consultants, a school admissions
associate director, HR consultants, and PR professionals who helped prepare the students to excel in interviews with confidence and poise.
Tate is a certified etiquette consultant and owner of Prestige School of Protocol. The organization was founded in 2021 and teaches girls and teens from ages seven-16 about etiquette and protocol. The aim is to help young girls navigate an ever-changing market. This is the first year operating the charm school.
“We teach different workshops related to girlhood womanhood and etiquette,” Tate shared, “while we today focused on interviews and professionalism. Other events will focus on topics like grooming and hygiene. “
The enrollment period is between October and December for the upcoming year. The program features different workshops year around, typically once a month. The enrollment process is based on the girls’ grades and willingness to commit to the program. While the school does cost there are also scholarships available.
Participants at the workshop:
• Learned what to expect in interviews and how to make a strong first impression.
• Built confidence through mock interviews with industry professionals (for ages 11+).
• Developed skills in personal branding, social media etiquette
- And more!
Students received:
• An “About Me” template to highlight strengths, hobbies, interests, and extracurricular activities.
- A curated list of common interview questions.
- A personalized debrief identifying strengths and areas for improvement.
Key topics covered included:
• Understanding what schools or employers look for in interviews.
• How to convey professionalism through conduct, mindset, and body language.
• Strategies for answering interview questions effectively.
• Tips for recording achievements and promoting strengths.
• Mistakes to avoid and how to ask insightful questions.
• Leaving a lasting positive impression.
Meals were provided throughout the workshop. To learn more about the organization visit their website prestigeschoolofprotocol.com or Facebook page.
