There is no denying that cellphones have become a part of everyday life. In fact, life cannot be imagined without a cell phone. But lately, it has become a hot topic whether or not to allow cell phones in schools. In my opinion, cell phones should not be allowed in schools as they will cause distraction for both students and teachers. Even the classes might get disturbed if any student is found fiddling with their phone. The student will be at a loss as they will not be able to keep up with the class. Students might start browsing irrelevant, inappropriate websites and waste their time which can be utilised for studies. Also, they will be negatively influenced by the content of badly chosen sites which will hamper their overall growth, mindset, and personality. Cell phones can be used for cheating during tests as many cases have been reported. Moreover, schools have their own telephones which students can use if needed. Phone cameras can be used for malicious purposes like for clicking inappropriate pictures or making videos that are not in a good taste.

Allowing cell phones in schools will give rise to an unhealthy, unwanted competition as students with expensive and latest model phones will overwhelm those who have got low-cost or old model phones. Not only would there be disparity within a single group but parents would be under constant pressure to get new expensive phones for their children.