Do your teachers mind if you swear?
Back in elementary school, using words like “hell” or “damn” would earn you a public reprimand. Middle school was a bit more relaxed, but terms like “ass” still drew disapproval. Now in high school, I’ve noticed that some teachers casually use milder curse words themselves, like “damn” or “hell.” Sure, when we throw out the really strong words, they might say things like “Language!” or “No cursing,” but that’s about it. Sometimes it feels like we’re shouting out curse words and the teachers don’t even react!
It’s interesting how attitudes towards swearing change as we progress through school. It seems like in elementary school, teachers are more strict because they want to maintain a certain environment for younger kids. By middle school, it gets a bit more relaxed, and by high school, many teachers seem to understand that students are older and may have different boundaries.
I think part of it might be about creating a more relaxed atmosphere where students feel comfortable expressing themselves, as long as it’s within reason. That said, it’s important to be mindful of when and where we use language like that, especially in a school setting. It’s all about finding a balance between expressing ourselves and maintaining respect for others. What do you think?