@cnn: Nine states in the US have either banned or restricted cell phone use in schools, with other states looking to do the same. CNN’s @pamelabrowncnn speaks with a former public school principal who is against an outright ban. #cnn #cellphone
You can’t ban phones in schools if kids are at risk of being shot and the phone is their only way to connect to law enforcement in that scenario
2025-04-02 23:46:49
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Brawny Paper Towel Man :
Phones and social media are 100% the cause of the adolescent mental health crisis
2025-04-03 00:28:32
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rissapoohdontbanme :
I’m using my photo math to catch up on old work I’m using my notes app to rember notes I’m downloading study cards to learn definitions I WANT MY PHONE 🤦🏽♀️
2025-07-24 02:14:04
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angie475218 :
and nothing on gun violence huh?
2025-04-02 23:37:19
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Asata 😀 :
This is an important discussion. While banning cell phones can reduce distractions, schools should also consider teaching responsible tech use since phones are a part of modern life. Finding a balance is key.
2025-04-02 23:31:24
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Kikilarue :
They want to ban phones but not guns.
2025-04-03 00:53:01
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badmamajama15 :
I mean, why is teaching how to use phones a teacher job??? The amount of cyber bullying...meh. It's not worth it.
2025-04-03 00:00:47
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SashiGirl :
I agree. Don't ban phones. Have rules but do not ban. Get with the times.
2025-04-03 04:46:51
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kenn💕 :
I can understand a phone ban inside class period when you’re being taught. But i don’t get why we can’t have them in the hallway, passing period, or lunch where we’re not learning. Teachers also need to take initiative and be off their phones, make interesting classes, and teach us instead of giving us work, not explaining, and telling us to go on our phones after we’re done.
2025-07-17 21:02:13
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Krystaln333 :
My grandson needs his cell phone to connect to his diabetis sensor.
2025-04-03 01:47:13
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illustrator39 :
I'm a teacher in school right now. Phones are absolutely a distraction to these students. I teach art. These kids would rather get on here or SC and scroll
2025-04-03 00:32:21
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Most Bestest :
Digital literacy with social media? That’s a parent’s job. Provide calculators in the classroom. Skewing everything to the lowest common denominator hurts more than it helps.🙄
2025-04-02 23:52:09
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J :
banning phones is just flat out a waste of time, energy, ans money. kids will find a way to use their phones no matter what
2025-04-03 01:47:29
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mosieb523 :
i literally text my mom in between classes CONSTANTLY bc plans are always changing and without it i would often not have a ride home
2025-04-02 23:41:51
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Laura :
Banning phones in schools might backfire, especially for students who rely on them for homework and staying connected. Thoughts?
2025-04-02 23:28:25
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Chi Chai and Meng gai :
kids should be taught math without the help of calculators.
2025-04-02 23:37:57
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Halfelf42 :
Idc if a kid has to risk the possibility of being shot because we can’t ban guns then they should have their phones
2025-04-03 01:13:41
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Jane :
Absolutely not until the school shootings stop completely!! They have to go through LIVES SHOOTER DRILLS starting in elementary school! They need their phones!!!!
2025-04-03 01:46:23
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Jujubees :
I don’t think he has any children. Because I think it’s a huge problem. It is too distracting. The phone needs to be away during school and that’s how I feel with my two children.
2025-04-03 00:49:02
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Bob Taylor’s Version :
Kids should be able to have their phones in school so they can reach parents in emergency situations. Otherwise they should keep their phones up and be punished if they’re playing on it instead of
2025-04-03 09:42:08
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j_myers_XxX :
it's almost like there's time after school to learn things too.
You don't teach driving during school, do you?
2025-04-02 23:33:30
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mrsboombastic_ :
My child will have his phone on him when at school. It’s a safety issue
2025-04-03 01:15:44
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Steven 🥥 🌴 :
The same way you can’t 100% ban vapes, you can’t ban phones 100% either. All it will lead to is more defiance from kids
2025-04-03 01:39:49
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madelynroccia6 :
I know teachers feel phones make lockdowns more chaotic but when I can’t reach my parents of friends to know if they are ok it makes it more terrifying and more anxious
2025-04-02 23:55:10
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Debz :
My dyslexic daughter uses the speech to text feature to help her with writing…it’s really a game changer for her
2025-04-03 00:39:02
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