test script
“Should schools completely ban cellphones? Before you answer, imagine your child needing to reach you during an emergency.” “Teachers say phones are becoming one of the biggest classroom distractions. One notification can pull a student away from the lesson—and soon, several classmates are watching the same video.” “Supporters of a ban say putting phones away could improve concentration, reduce cheating, limit cyberbullying during school hours, and encourage students to actually talk to one another.” “They believe the school day should be for learning—not scrolling.” “But many parents are uncomfortable with a complete ban. They want to reach their children during emergencies. Students may also use their phones for research, translation, medical monitoring, transportation, or contacting family after school.” “So perhaps the real choice isn’t unlimited phone use or a total ban. Schools could require phones to remain silent and stored during lessons—but allow supervised access at lunch, b...