A new phone policy was introduced to the students shortly before returning for the new school year. The email that every student received read: “Use of electronic devices of any kind in classrooms or study halls is not allowed. Students will be required to store their cell phone in a provided location for the duration of each class unless the use is explicitly permitted by the teacher during that class meeting.”
Many students dislike the new phone policy, while others think phone cubbies are a good idea. Samson Skibell ’26 says “phone cubbies help students focus on their studies and limit the overall problem with cheating.” Limiting the ability to use phones during class could benefit productivity and prevent academic dishonesty.
However, some students believe they are being punished for the actions of others. Charlie Moore ’25, argues that phone cubbies are unnecessary and punish every student for actions only some students make. Not everyone is always on their phone, and instead only some.”
Laura Rodríguez-Duran added her opinion, commenting that “[phone cubbies are] a wonderful addition to our class routine.”
Although the school’s new policy is relatively new, students and teachers already have mixed opinions on the phone cubbies.
