Even though we have heard a lot of the Civility Project already, there is something to learn from it. Both students and teachers need to work on civility; after all, no one is perfect. Let’s start with teachers. When a class gets noisy, some teachers will single out one student. On the other hand, if one student is interrupting, a teacher will blame the whole class. This a little bit hypocritical; if a single student is being disruptive, then a single student should be at fault. It’s funny to have a good laugh during class, but some teachers like to use their students as the punchline by pointing out their faults. Sure it might seem funny to everyone at first, but after the fifth time, the student is going to get upset that someone with authority is doing this in front of his or her peers. It seems to appear that the teacher is sending the message that it’s okay to pick on that student. Students aren’t innocent of making similar remarks, though, often saying rude comments behind teachers backs. When it comes to teaching, there is a point when students have to learn for themselves. However, select teachers are pushing this a little too far. When a student needs help, some teachers just say “look it up.” This is not always helpful, seeing as the student could need a professional explanation or reassurance after having already searched. Furthermore, it is terribly discouraging to receive such a rash response when all a student needs is a little guidance. Of course students cause issues too. Some students do not fully respect their teachers. These students will do things such as playing games, surfing the Internet or simply paying more attention to their laptop than they do the teacher. Even when forced to shut their laptops, some students will resort to using their cell phones or passing notes. When a teacher makes his or her class do even a small amount of work, a number of students will retaliate by complaining. It’s your grade; if you don’t want to do it, then just face the grade consequences and don’t harass the teacher for simply doing his or her job. Overall, teachers and students give unnecessary attitude in the classrooms. Both need to show up to class with a smile and be ready to do their job, whether it be learning or teaching. So, let’s make the school a better environment by showing some civility.