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Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to buy tickets to the dances?
No — we do not sell tickets. Your membership includes both events for the entire year. Once you're a member, you're in. No tickets, no extra purchases.
Who can join SA Cotillion?
Membership is open to current 8th grade students at San Antonio-area schools that have an active parent representative involved in the program.
What does the $175 membership include?
Both dances (Winter Casual and Spring Semi-Formal), a Cotillion T-shirt, and food at each event. Everything for one flat membership fee — no tickets sold separately.
Is this the same as other Cotillion programs?
No. SA Cotillion is not affiliated with any other Cotillion organization. We don't hold etiquette classes or dance lessons — it's a purely social program for 8th graders.
Can I get a refund?
Membership fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. Please confirm your student's school is participating and that they want to join before registering.
My school isn't listed — can we still join?
You'd need a parent volunteer to serve as a rep for your school first. Visit the Schools & Reps page to find the volunteer form and get started.
When are the 2026–27 dance dates?
Dates for the 2026–27 school year are being finalized. Register now to secure your spot — all members will be notified as soon as dates are confirmed.
How do I register?
Register directly on this website through the How to Sign Up page. Click the Register button, complete the form, and pay your membership fee — no rep contact required.
What happens if the government imposes a lockdown or capacity restriction?
In the event we are forced to cancel, any keepsakes (t-shirt, etc.) already purchased for your child will be mailed to the address on file. Any unused funds will be donated to local charities that help young teens and you will receive a tax-deductible receipt for your contribution.
What happens if there is widespread illness at the time of the event?
Events will only be cancelled if required by local government or the venue. If your child does not attend, any keepsakes that were purchased for your child will be given to your school's parent rep for distribution.
Is there an outdoor area at the event?
Cotillion events typically do not have outdoor areas. Depending on the venue, the Spring Semi-Formal event may have an enclosed outdoor area.
Can students arrive via bus or limo?
Yes! We do ask that you notify us in advance of any large vehicle carrying more than 10 students so we can accommodate them in the traffic and arrival plan.
Is the event chaperoned?
Yes. We maintain a ratio of 1 chaperone for every 25 students in attendance throughout the entire event.
Will there be security on site?
Yes. Depending on the venue, multiple officers from a professional security company or SAPD will be present for the entirety of each event.
Can my home-schooled child attend?
Yes! Home-schooled students are welcome. Simply select the public school to which your child would normally be zoned when completing registration.
What if I need to register twins or multiple students?
Each student requires a separate registration with a unique email address. Complete the first registration, then log out by clicking the person icon in the top right corner before registering your second student. If you only have one email address, you can use your mobile phone number as a secondary email — use your 10-digit number followed by your carrier's texting domain (e.g. AT&T: [number]@txt.att.net, T-Mobile: [number]@tmomail.net, Verizon: [number]@vtext.com, Sprint: [number]@messaging.sprintpcs.com, Boost: [number]@myboostmobile.com, Cricket: [number]@sms.mycricket.com).