Do FIRST kids behave better?

[DonRotolo]

While reading a thread, I came to the realization that The Robot Kids are noticeably different from 'ordinary' High School kids. After just a few weeks in FIRST, I find that team members are

Calm and listening, not fidgety or talking
Behaving appropriately
Respectful of adults and classmates alike
Speaking more like adults
Thinking before asking
Willing to help almost always
Focused
Polite
Mature

If I had to use one word, it would be "Professional"

When I am mentoring the team, it is almost like discussing things with colleagues. OK, maybe colleagues who don't know a lot, but are interested in learning.

With 'other' High School kids, I am seeing significantly more immaturity, inability to focus, and inappropriate behavior.

FIRST kids spoil me. I find myself getting annoyed by "typical" kids now.

sigh. Does anybody else see this?

Don