Transformative Etiquette Class Prepares Teenage Pageant Contestants for Success
In the heart of St. John’s, Antigua, a unique gathering took place that promised to change the lives of young contestants forever. The Eastern Caribbean Amalgamated Bank, proud sponsor of the 2025 Mr. and Miss Teenage Pageant, hosted what could only be described as a refining wedding of minds and manners at the Trade Winds Hotel.
A Memorable Gathering
On July 1, 2025, a select group of pageant delegates along with their chaperone gathered for an experience that went beyond superficial teaching. Ambassader Dame Deborah-Mae Lovell orchestrated an enriching etiquette class that delved into complex domains of emotional intelligence, productive conversation, networking, self-respect, and table grace.
One might wonder how an etiquette class could leave such an indelible mark, but delegates found themselves unraveling personal stories and exploring depths within themselves. According to Antigua News!, the session ignited a therapeutic engagement, and many attendees considered it a soul-stirring highlight.
The Heartfelt Progress
The class peeled back the layers of emotional intelligence, inviting the contestants to confront their feelings, all the while keeping them safe under Dame Deborah-Mae’s nurturing mentorship. In a comfortable setting, participants penned down their emotions, with the freedom to share or keep them personal.
“I loved the essence of the class,” one contestant expressed, embracing the atmosphere of understanding and solidarity. Another delegate highlighted how it fostered greater connection, stating, “I liked getting to better understand my pageant peers.” It seems the nuances of etiquette unlocked doors not only to better manners but to stronger peer bonds.
Beyond the Pageant: A Life Skill
Dame Deborah-Mae’s guidance was not limited to the pageant alone. She nurtured the contestants to carry a confident air in networking scenarios and to uphold a respectful demeanor in all walks of life. “I love to create a safe environment for participants so that they can express themselves,” she said. “I think it was a therapeutic session.”
As the pageant approaches, set for July 19th at the Antigua Recreation Grounds, thirteen contestants will stride onto the stage not just with the elegance of movement, but with the grace of inner understanding.
Anticipating the Show
The upcoming 2025 Mr. and Miss Teenage Pageant promises not just a competition of beauty and stage presence but also a celebration of growth and learning, inspired by this transformative prelude. Such events remind us that true elegance comes from within and that the journey through etiquette and self-discovery can indeed shape future leaders.
