As students, we’re no strangers to the constant presence of cell phones in our lives. But when it comes to school, should we be allowed to use them freely? Our school’s cell phone policy has been a hot topic of debate for a while now. This year, DHS has banned the use of cell phones during the school day, tightening the rules and the consequences for students. As a student, I can see both sides of this issue.

Cell phones can be distracting and teachers want us to focus on our work. But let’s be honest, we are not going to suddenly become more attentive just because our phones are locked away. In fact, having to place our phones into cell phone jail where cell cellphones are placed until class ends, can be a little frustrating. There might be an emergency or important messages that need to be responded to right away. For instance, a friend of mine once had an emergency where a family member was rushed to surgery, and had no idea until they got notified of missed phone calls and messages by the end of class.

I see the benefits of having a cell phone policy. It’s true that phones can be a distraction, and some students might take advantage of the freedom to text or scroll through social media during class. However, what about students like me who use phones for good? I like to take notes on my phone which is easier to write on paper. Or I can quickly look up a definition or concept I don’t understand. Sometimes our cell phone internet works better than the internet on our chrome books.

So, what’s the solution? I believe our school should find a middle ground. Maybe on Fridays we can have access to our phones when we are caught up on work, which can be times where we are allowed to use our cell phones freely. That way, students who want to focus can do so without distractions, while students like me can still use our phones for a legitimate reason.

In conclusion, while I understand the reasoning behind our school´s cell phone policy, I believe it’s time to rethink it. Let’s find a way to make it work for everyone, not just a select few. After all, we´re the digital generation. It’s time our school policy reflected that.