Should Cell Phones be allowed in Schools?-Look for Alternatives!

Cell phone has become an indispensable gadget in our life today. Sometimes we think that life will be paralyzed without a cell phone. It is erasing distances between people and it facilitates us to communicate fast. With the help of a cell phone we can be in constant touch with our family members and friends.

This gives us a sort of confidence. We are assured that we can contact our near and dear in case of any emergency. And now-a-days cell phone has included many options in it; it is no longer a mere communication device. One such feature is dictionary. It is very handy for students. We can find the meaning of difficult words within seconds.

Now the question is whether it should be allowed in schools. Strictly speaking, students don’t need cell phone in school. If the students are allowed to bring cell phone to school, they will definitely create unnecessary panic in class which will distract the whole class. Some students may take unnecessary photos using cell camera and misuse them. They may engage in chatting with their friends or family. They may play music on cell phone and disturb other students when the teacher is not in the classroom.

Though some may argue that children need to carry cell phone to contact parents in case of facing unforeseen problems; but every school today has a telephone in the school office where parents can convey information to their children or vice versa. So, I firmly opine that cell phone should not be allowed in schools.