Students demonstrate respect by: Students demonstrate respect by acknowledging and honoring each other’s right to privacy and personal space, including the right to determine whether, how and when information about their personal lives and thoughts will be revealed (e.g., it is disrespectful to read another’s diary, look through another’s backpack, hack their Facebook page, or eavesdrop on their conversations). 1) Being civil, courteous, and polite (i.e., they use good manners). 2) Refraining from offensive and disrespectful profanity, insults and gestures. 3) Listening respectfully to others even if they think what’s being said is wrong or foolish. 4) Paying attention to the well-being of others and striving to make them feel comfortable and welcome. 5) Learning about and treating with respect the customs and traditions of people who come from different cultures.