Phones In Cupertino Middle School

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In today’s world, almost everybody including teenagers and kids own phones. Many schools including Cupertino Middle School have been banning students from taking out their phones at any time during school. They require students to keep their phone off and in their backpack at all times, blocking off all the useful materials you can access on your phone. Would you enjoy going to school knowing you can not use your phone? Students should have ability to take out their phones during school hours.
Phones are very useful and can come in handy, even in school. If an emergency occurs, having a phone is very important. Although it is unlikely, major natural disasters or shootings can occur at school. If the students have their phones, they can report

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