What are the pros and cons for the banning of cell phones during school bells?
927049
As far as I can think, there is no pro for cell phone during school.  Having them and turning them on are two different categories.\n\nI have no problem with carrying them, but most kids can't follow rules, due to the mind set that rules don't apply to them because they were made without their consent??!!\n\nCons:The usual, talking/texting during class, passing information or texting qnswers during test/quizzes. \n\nIf the kids would just be trustworthy, and not try to get around rules or try  to outsmart others, they would be surprised how much less rules there would have to be.  But as long as there are rule busters, there will be rule makers.
475632
It's morally incorrect, even though it may be a relatively minor offense compared to some of the things we see happen these days.\n\nPlease be considerate and respect people enough not to harass them over the phone.\n\nI suggest listening to Weird Al's song, "Phony Calls."
323471
Not on school grounds unless you want to get into trouble.  And parents also seem to be against that sorta stuff too.
187766
Cell phones are a wonderful tool, however, people definitely need to learn cell phone etiquette.\nI wouldn't say it gets me mad, but probably more like mildly irritated.
608591
Teacher - mobile phones are a real problem in the classroom as they text each other constantly.  They cause lack of concentration for the pupil using it and it distracts others round them.\n\nMany schools in the UK have banned the use of them and have  (or are supposed to be) turned off during school time and they can be confiscated temporarily if they break this rule.\n\nThey can also be used a media for bullying and kids can get the phones stolen.  They really aren't a necessity for school life.
736827
no, it shud not be banned. children could actually practice dicipline actually. If the cell phones used by students is feared juz because it will interupt the teaching and learning process then, the cell phone should be ban at school premises this includes all teachers, staff and students. that is fair, however if they ban it only to students, how about the abuse of cell phones from the teachers and staff? not everyone is able to resist the tempation to call or text even adults. \n\neven the office clerk are mostly rude and they dont bother students who wants to make an emergency call as u said. by a right, during the teaching period all cell phones should be switched off .. however, during break or recess the cell phone can be used for emergency purposes at the school premises. \n\nplus, if the cell phones of students is feared to be stolen and problem may arise because of theft, the school can standardize the type of cell phone to be used at school. then no one would ever steal another person's phone since its the same type. \n\nconsequently, if students arent allowed to bring cell phones to school and an emergency may arise, there is always a public phone booth or the student can always seek a teacher's help. so there's an equilibrium there, however, cell phones is really not the problem but the students who uses it with or without the responsibility is the problem..\n\nhAhas~ i h0pe this helps!!
915479
its a bad thing and a good thing. the good is students need it for safety, but the bad is distracting other students or probably even distract the student that has it. if i was a teacher, i would let my students bring one, but not used for inappropriate things like talking to their girlfriend/boyfriend/or some other business. school is a place to learn, not a place to mess around.
611255
I feel that its totally against everything that is American. How about everyone straps a GPS system to their legs so the government knows where everyone is, oops that's right cell phones i almost forgot. Besides this the government is saying its all in public safety, but i dont kno how safe i feel if i know someone is listening to my phone calls. Give me a break if i wanted to blow some shit up I wouldn't talk on the phone to make plans for it anyway.
945870
pros and cons... the pros of it  (to some points of views) would be that it can help lower terrorist activity.. to some extent. drug activity and some gangs as well. to some level... But for every reaction there is a equal and opposite... and the equal to this is that people can figure out ways to manipulate monitoring activity. the cons... it interferes with property. personal property. regulations. privacy, etc.
114289
The best fact to use as a con for banning cell phones in school is Columbine High School. For the kids that had phones and were able to call the police and their parents and help authorities get a handle on the mayhem and tell their parents they love them, those cell phones were priceless. Definatly use the history of the Columbine shootings as a con for banning cell phones. True, they can be used for cheating on tests with texting, and they are non-essential to studying, but anything that can help in an emergency needs to be available.
1067531
Yes I do, but it isn't only in class that this happens.  It amazes me that some people can't go long enough to enjoy a good meal in a nice restaurant without having to take a call.  It is rude!  \n\nDon't get me wrong I think cell phones have their place, for emergency's and such, but I do not feel that the phone has to be glued to your ear 24 hours a day.  And don't even bring them up while in a car!
549312
There are plenty of pros and cons. Here's a few of the cons:\n\n- Studies have been inconclusive to its academic benefits.\n- Students are going to forget information whether they are out of school for three weeks or 10. Therefore, teachers will be performing four beginning of the year reviews instead of just one.\n- Summer programs such as youth camps suffer.\n- Student summer employment will be virtually impossible.\n- Many schools are older and do not have air conditioning. Those that do will face higher electricity expenses due to summer use.\n- Band and other extracurricular programs could be hurt because of problems scheduling out of school practices and competitions.\n- If the entire school district does not go year round, parents could have students at different schools on different schedules.\n- With multi-tracking, parents could have students at the same school on different schedules. \n- Student and teacher burnout\n- Impact on tourism
827850
I don't know if you are talking about Gameboy, cell phones, PDAs, or flatscreen TVs...but here are a couple of generic ones.\n\nPros:\n- Easier communication\n- More fun\n- Increased safety if used right (CC TV, parents can contact their kids at any time)\n\nCons:\n- Dangerous if used wrong (talking while driving, lack of concentration)\n- Tend to keep kids indoor (i.e. leading to less outdoor exercise)
54267
I think 11 is appropriate if kids are getting a phone like the firefly from Cingular (no I don't work for them).  It has a button for Mom, Dad, and a phonebook that only Mom and Dad can put numbers into.  It has no keypad.  Otherwise, 13 or 14 works depending on the kid, and probably 14 because they're entering high school and may need to get into contact with parents or other people for rides home after school.    I know it helped me back during those days, but I lost too many things to be responsible with a cellphone before 13.
691971
I think they should be able to use cel phones at recess & lunch or afterschool only.  It's good for parrents to be able to communicate w/ their children.  If kids are caught using or letting it ring in the class room, then they should be punished.  \n\nI understand it's disruptive when it rings in the room, so the child has to be old enough and responsible enough to turn it to silent when class is in session.  I think kids around age 10 and up can do that.
1134632
yes,middle and high shcool studentsshould bring cellphones to shcool because if u get in a car axcendt then ur going to have to need a cellphone
1079083
disruption, cheating, rude to the teacher and students who are there to study. And even worse, it can be used to detonate an incendiary device if so programmed.   They should be banned! in a classroom.\n\nDon't you, out of plain courtesy, turn off your mobile in church, restaurant, theatre, function???? Same for classroom\n\nIncredible how we (old folks -- i.e. 30 and over) survived without a cellphone in a classroom. \n\nIf you have a problem and need to call home, school provides for that.  \n\nKeep cellphones in lockers or cars and when you need to call home to say you are going to  be late or need help, you can do so then...Otherwise, your teacher(s) will ensure --- in an emergency -- that your parents/guardians be notified.