I see what you guys mean.

I am a substitute teacher; I do anything from 9-12th grade. I, myself, am 19. I sub for kids who I used to go to school with.

I can honestly say, that although there are a large population of "dumb" kids, many of them will grow out of it. I have had 9th grade classes that make me want to tear my fucking brains out from sheer immaturity and stupidity. I sub for that same class of students, now seniors. BIG difference. Sure, there are a few immature kids still in the class, but when they get out of high school, it will hit them.

I do see faults in my generation. But I see more good than bad, and that is a heartening sign. Just give them time. God know I was immature as hell before high school, and I've turned out better than anyone could have imagined.

Fatkid- I can definately see your point about those who do that kind of stuff in order to get fucked up. I deal with them all the time. And even though I somewhat risk losing my job, I tell them if they use, they need to RESPECT it. And many have listened.

Those who do it instead of schoolwork? Their choice, nothing you can say to change it. The only thing that will change their minds is when they realize they're living in their parents's basement at 20 with no job, no money, and loser friends.

All things take time! Help our generation become better than what we think we can do.