Article: Be respectful to your teachers as well as your peers. Don't talk back to a teacher, just listen to them and understand that they are trying to help you, even if seems otherwise. Avoid calling your classmates names, teasing them, or spreading gossip and rumors. For example, if a group of your peers is making fun of the way someone dresses, don't join in with jokes. Instead, walk away or say something like, "Lay off, man. She's got her own sense of style." If a teacher pulls you aside to discuss your behavior, listen carefully to what they have to say. Don't roll your eyes or get defensive, just say "I understand, Mr. Roberts. It won't happen again," or something similar. You should admit when you have done something wrong, and tell the truth rather than lying. Not only are you likely to be caught in a lie, but then your teachers and parents won't trust you moving forward. Own up to your mistakes and find a way to fix them. Never, ever cheat. You won't learn what you are supposed to, and you'll get in a ton of trouble when you get caught. If you are struggling to the point where you are tempted to cheat, talk to the teacher or a tutor. Explain to them that you don't understand the subject at all. Many kids get in trouble for using curse words or speaking inappropriately. Avoid talking like that at school or in front of teachers and parents. Think of other ways to express yourself in a mature manner. For example, if a teacher assigns a 3-page paper, don't say "This is BS! What a waste of time." Instead, keep your thoughts to yourself or say something like "Wow, it's going to be a long night." Fighting will certainly get you in trouble at school, so you need to avoid it at all costs. If someone tries to pick a fight with you, simply laugh it off or walk away. It can be difficult to control your emotions in the moment, but it's a far better solution than wailing on someone and getting suspended. If you feel like the situation is getting out of control, talk to a teacher or counselor. For example, if someone says something rude to you, respond with "Hey, man, that was rude. Don't talk to me like that. Look out for your classmates. If you notice someone getting bullied, you could tell the bullies to stop or to knock if off. . Just because your peers think something is a good idea doesn't mean it actually is. Think the situation through and trust your gut instinct. If you have a feeling you could get into trouble for doing something, don't do it. Say your friends want to steal a rival school's mascot costume. Rather than going along with the plan, say "Nah, I don't want to get in trouble. I'll see you guys later," and walk away.
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Show respect. Be honest. Use appropriate language. Avoid fights. Stand up to peer pressure