socialsklz:-) tools to thrive in the modern world

In today's fast paced world, opportunities for interaction are constantly evolving. The internet, social media, cell phones, texting and video games have eclipsed the art of person to person interaction, yet basic social skills and respect for others are essential. socialsklz:-) tools to thrive in the modern world was founded by Faye Rogaski to equip our children, tweens and teens with these tools to succeed in life and do more rather than less.

During socialsklz:-) classes students participate in interactive, age appropriate workshops with their peers where they learn modern day social and communication skills.  Studies show that “children are more receptive to etiquette instruction when it comes from a non-parental figure” (International School of Protocol).  The valuable lessons taught can lead to personal and academic growth as well as better relationships with others.  Ultimately, these social skills are empowering for kids and help build confidence and self esteem, enabling them to lead easier and more fruitful lives. 

socialsklz:-) workshops have been brought to over 500 students with organizations including the YMCA, Girl Scouts of America,  The Big Brothers Big Sisters Mentoring Program as well as NYC public and private school students.

FAYE ROGASKI 

Founder of socialsklz:-) Faye Rogaski is the President of Faye Elizabeth Communications, Inc., a public relations firm in New York City that advises celebrities, authors and business experts on effective communications strategies and brand building.  Over the last 12 years, Ms. Rogaski has worked with clients including Elizabeth Taylor, Andrew Lloyd Webber, The Marilyn Monroe Estate, Gilda's Club, and the BBC.  She is a graduate of Boston College where she majored in communications and a graduate of the International School of Protocol. Ms. Rogaski is an adjunct professor of communications at New York University.  Previously she was an adjunct professor of marketing at Fordham Graduate School of Business.  She is the President of the American Heart Association (AHA) Young Professionals and is a spokesperson and lobbyist for the AHA.  Based on her professional experience, academic training and a passion to give children the tools to thrive in life, Ms. Rogaski developed socialsklz:-) tools to thrive in the modern world .  Workshops for children, tweens and teens are structured to instill confidence and self-esteem at school, in any social setting and life in general.  In addition to classes at Union Square, Ms. Rogaski volunteers the program to organizations including Big Brothers Big Sisters, Girl Scouts of America as well as public schools in New York City.