THIS IS FOR THE FREEDOM AND SAFETY OF STUDENTS
We, the students of Fluvanna County, believe that the new cell phone and smart device policy does not truly serve the needs of students, nor does it reflect the reality of our daily lives. While we understand the intention of limiting distractions, banning devices “bell-to-bell”—including during lunch and class changes—takes away both our freedom and our sense of safety.
Students should be allowed to use phones freely during lunch and, when a teacher permits it, in class for learning purposes. Phones are more than entertainment; they are a direct line to safety. In emergencies, fast communication can save lives. Parents also deserve to know that they can reach us if something urgent happens.
Lunch is one of the only times during the school day when we can relax, recharge, and connect with friends. Taking away the option to use our phones during that time strips us of personal freedom and prevents us from deciding how to spend our own downtime. For many of us, lunch is not just a meal—it’s a break from stress, and sometimes our phones help us unwind, check in with family, or simply enjoy a moment of peace.
We are not asking for unlimited use. We are asking for balance. A policy that allows phones at lunch, during class changes, and when teachers permit them in class would give students freedom without creating disruption.
This is not only about convenience—it’s about safety, trust, and preparing us for the real world.
25 Comments
It is important to have a form of communication in the case of an emergency----also many students do not have wifi, they have email and their school work on their phones as the only way to get virtual work done.
Its not fair teachers can use there phones at lunch and students cant we should be able to use our phone for lunch
I think this does not keep us safe its risks us getting hurt and not being able to contact loved ones.
I would like to also say if having phones is supposed to stop bullying on devices then it causes more bullying in real life other than taking it online its less painfully when you get a fist full of words other than a fist full of bones
it’s my senior year, and i would like to document my senior year with my phone. another thing, is a safety reason: if it were to come to an emergency lockdown, i would want my parents to know. that means having it on me, and i strongly think that without it, it is a safety concern. especially considering that most of everyone’s everyday lives are off of our cellular devices in this time.
This should be lifted
keep the phones and don't break your bones
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THIS IS FOR THE FREEDOM AND SAFETY OF STUDENTS
We, the students of Fluvanna County, believe that the new cell phone and smart device policy does not truly serve the needs of students, nor does it reflect the reality of our daily lives. While we understand the intention of limiting distractions, banning devices “bell-to-bell”—including during lunch and class changes—takes away both our freedom and our sense of safety.
Students should be allowed to use phones freely during lunch and, when a teacher permits it, in class for learning purposes. Phones are more than entertainment; they are a direct line to safety. In emergencies, fast communication can save lives. Parents also deserve to know that they can reach us if something urgent happens.
Lunch is one of the only times during the school day when we can relax, recharge, and connect with friends. Taking away the option to use our phones during that time strips us of personal freedom and prevents us from deciding how to spend our own downtime. For many of us, lunch is not just a meal—it’s a break from stress, and sometimes our phones help us unwind, check in with family, or simply enjoy a moment of peace.
We are not asking for unlimited use. We are asking for balance. A policy that allows phones at lunch, during class changes, and when teachers permit them in class would give students freedom without creating disruption.
This is not only about convenience—it’s about safety, trust, and preparing us for the real world.
25 Comments
I think that kids need it for safety most school shootings have been reported by students with their phone
It is important to have a form of communication in the case of an emergency----also many students do not have wifi, they have email and their school work on their phones as the only way to get virtual work done.
Its not fair teachers can use there phones at lunch and students cant we should be able to use our phone for lunch
I think this does not keep us safe its risks us getting hurt and not being able to contact loved ones.
I would like to also say if having phones is supposed to stop bullying on devices then it causes more bullying in real life other than taking it online its less painfully when you get a fist full of words other than a fist full of bones
it’s my senior year, and i would like to document my senior year with my phone. another thing, is a safety reason: if it were to come to an emergency lockdown, i would want my parents to know. that means having it on me, and i strongly think that without it, it is a safety concern. especially considering that most of everyone’s everyday lives are off of our cellular devices in this time.
This should be lifted
keep the phones and don't break your bones
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I think that kids need it for safety most school shootings have been reported by students with their phone