With the upcoming phone ban looming over student’s heads as we close out the school year, there is a lot of discussion about how students feel about losing their access next year. Most students, especially the rising senior class, are very upset at the concept of not having their phones any longer for varying reasons.
A common fear among students is the loss of quick communication with their parents, especially in this dangerous day and age where school emergencies are very real threats.
“I feel terrible, I think it’s an unsafe idea.” said junior Kylie Benjamin, “I wouldn’t have my phone to contact my parents in case an emergency happens, so I think it’s super unsafe.”
Outside of the threat of emergencies, some students need their phones for the classes they take, such as journalism and art. Students in such classes believe that the loss of these things may hinder their work.
“I think we should have our phones. I don’t really see what it’s going to do for us.” said junior Travor Ngyuen, “I feel like for a lot of people, at least for my classes, like art, I listen to music a lot. I feel like losing music might harm my productivity in a way”
Some believe that this is not a good solution to the problem that the schools are really worried about.
“I think it’s a huge bandaid over an issue that needs more specialized attention” says junior Leah Evora
This age is a big time for technology, and after years of high school having their phones, some students feel as though it just won’t work.
“I think that you know they can implement whatever they want, but I don’t think the students are really going to follow that rule.” said junior Sam Litwin, “Kids are smart, and they like their phones, and they’re going to do whatever it takes to keep their phone on them at all times”
Not only are students affected by this, staff members also have their opinions on this ban. Staff members mention how they love the phone ban and how it affects students from school.
“I love that thing. I can’t wait.” said Mr. Pomella, “It just makes my life easier. It means that there might have been some teachers that weren’t doing it well or maybe even subs, and now we don’t have to fight with that.”
Mr. Cahill has a very controversial idea on this phone ban. As he mentions how he loves it, he also mentions a question for staff members.
“Everyone has their face in their phone and it’s one of those things where they try to keep the earbuds in, trying to get a hold of their friends and all of a sudden they go to the bathroom for three hours.” He pauses and asks “Now my only question is, can teachers keep their phones on themselves”.
