Children and cell phones
As a parent, I often wonder when it is appropriate for a child to get a cell phone. My son Will is wanting his own cell phone, but is only in the 3rd grade. I am hoping I can get some feedback from students, parents, teachers…etc. Please provide your opinion on when children should be given a cell phone, and why. Give details to explain your opinions. Thank you for your time. – Mr. Fletcher
November 5th, 2009 at 4:42 pm
No, because kids could be talking about inappropriate things that they shouldn’t be talking about at his/her age. Also,he/she could be saying bad adult words and they could be using adult words.
November 5th, 2009 at 4:53 pm
I dont think 3rd graders shuld have a cell because a 4th grader lost my cell.
Moggley, Why is this important to the situation. Please provide more details. – Thanks – Mr. Fletcher
November 5th, 2009 at 5:07 pm
I think he should be able to have a cell phone because what if there is an emergency? Is he trustworthy enough to have a cell phone of his own?
Marissa, Great points, can you please comment on why it would be important to be trustworthy with the phone? Thanks – Mr. Fletcher
November 5th, 2009 at 5:14 pm
I dont think so for the same reason as dylan.
November 5th, 2009 at 5:15 pm
There isn’t really any reason for a third grader to have a cell phone. Most of a 3rd grader’s time away from home or school is spent with their parents, so there isn’t a need to call their parents like a 16+ year old would need to do. Also, if a child this age wants to call one of their friends to chat they can most likely just pick up the home phone and call them. The only exception to my arguement is if the family does not have a home phone/landline. In this case I believe that children under driving age should have a need for a cell phone. The only other exception would be if the child is away from home often(ex. at a friend’s house or riding bikes around the neighborhood) in which a parent would need to be in contact with the child.
November 5th, 2009 at 5:28 pm
We got Sydney a cell phone at the beginning of third grade. She has been super responsible with it! She lets us know when she is calling her friends and hasn’t abused the privilege of having one. Last year Sydney used her phone several times when her bus was running very late because of mechanical problems. This year she has used it to remind me that she has girl scouts or intramural activities after school. I vote yes for Will getting a cell phone. Good luck!
November 5th, 2009 at 5:45 pm
I think that Will should have a phone because what if there was an emergancy like, intramurals or he missed his bus and he needs a ride home. He just needs LOTS of responsibility.
Ryno
November 5th, 2009 at 5:47 pm
We all think yes because there may be a(n) emergency and they will need the phone.
November 5th, 2009 at 5:55 pm
We were not able to get our kids a phone because there were not a lot of phones back then.
November 5th, 2009 at 7:34 pm
Yes, it is a good idea if the child is in extra curricular activities like sports and is mature enough to handle the responsibility.
November 5th, 2009 at 7:35 pm
No. 3rd grade is too young. Dylan has already lost one cell phone.
November 5th, 2009 at 8:32 pm
I say yes because my little brother was four yeras old when he got his phone. However it matters on what phone because if Will brings a exspencesve phone on the bus and Will lost the phone Will would be in big trouble but if the phone was a go phone the story would be different. Thank you Mr.Fletcher.
November 5th, 2009 at 9:08 pm
Mr. Fletcher, I think Will should not get a phone because somebody could threaten him on it. Also, my friend had a phone, but he drooped it in a pool and he had to get a new phone. That is why Will should not get a phone.
November 5th, 2009 at 9:21 pm
Hi Mr.Fletcher I think that children under fist grade are not able to have a phone. I think that pre-k and kindergarden are to young to have a phone, but you have to deal with the tx. Well thats just my idea -Shannon
November 5th, 2009 at 9:26 pm
Hi Mr.Fletcher I also think that children under first grade are not really able to handle a phone. My sister spelled phone wrong.
November 5th, 2009 at 9:35 pm
Yes, I think that the cell phone can be used to teach responsibility. I also think that
cell phones are great for keeping in touch when your child is some place and needs
to contact you. I wish cell phones had been available when my own children were
young.
November 5th, 2009 at 9:35 pm
It depends on the child and how responsible they are about taking care of their things. Also, they need to understand that it’s a means of communciation and not something to be obssessed about and play with all the time. Some kids might be ready, but most probably need to wait until about age 12.
November 5th, 2009 at 9:36 pm
Clay got his phone when he was 7. My reason was safety. He plays in the neighborhood and I wanted to be able to get in touch wirh him. His phone also has gps capabilities. If anything ever happened our carrier would be able to locate him to within 5 feet. It also teaches responsibility. I monitor his calls and texts. I can also block certian capabilities like the internet. If your child is responsible, I think you should let him have one.
November 5th, 2009 at 9:40 pm
Yes, he should have one. What if there was an emergency?
November 5th, 2009 at 9:40 pm
Ordinarily, I would say about age 12 is the absolute youngest and even that is pretty young. I don’t think they are responsible enough and may lose the phone. The only reason a youngster should have a phone is if they are worried about safety and/or if they did not have a home phone.
November 5th, 2009 at 9:48 pm
I think it depends on the child, but they need to be responsible for their actions. They need to understand that a phone is means of communication and not a toy to play with or lose. Drew’s older brother jumped in the pool with his this summer and learned a very expensive lesson! Responsiblity is the key and depends on the maturity of the child involved.
November 5th, 2009 at 10:04 pm
I don’t think a third grader should have a cell phone, if they want to call a friend they should ask to use their parents phone or ask to use the house phone. I think a child should be given a phone when they are independent and responsible enough to know when and where to use it. If you are not comfortable with leaving your child unatended for an exstended period of time I see no reason for them to need a phone.
November 5th, 2009 at 10:10 pm
Not yet, 3rd grade is too young…
IF a parent does feel inclined I would suggest that they set the phone up that it cannot text or at least monitor the texts somehow.
It is amazing what kids are texting at young ages…
November 5th, 2009 at 11:30 pm
I think 3rd grade is still too young. My son AJ has been asking for one for 2 years now and I have always told him “when your 12″. Well guess what…he turns 12 next month! However, he is very responsible and is on honor roll so I guess I may have to finally give in. I dunno we will have to wait see!
And “no” Jake you cannot have a phone until your 12!
November 5th, 2009 at 11:32 pm
I think Will should have a phone because in case of an emergency and if he gets lost in a store.
November 6th, 2009 at 7:53 am
I think will should have a phone in case there is an emergency or if there was intermerals
and he forget to tell someone to pick him up he could call someone about it. Also I think
he should have a phone in case you lose yours and he could call your phone to help you
find it and PHONE’S ARE AWSOME
November 6th, 2009 at 8:26 am
Well, I’m not sure if kids should have a cell phone at that age because they could be talking about their homework from school they could be talking about inappropriate things like adult language and a bunch of different things so it’s kind of a tough one.
November 6th, 2009 at 8:27 am
will should because my brother told me that will was nice and good for you.
November 6th, 2009 at 8:52 am
I don’t think kids need a cell phone until they at least 14, 15, 16….because as parents we need to monitor as much as we can…and some not responsible enough until they are older…many more thoughts on the subject…not enough time at the moment…
November 6th, 2009 at 10:16 am
Dear Mr. Fletcher,
Being a lover of technologies, my first thought would be to give your son a cell phone. There are so many ways for him to connect with the world with the simple features of a basic phone.
However, my gut tells me that Will is not ready for a cell phone. Children need time to develop proper communication skills. This can only be learned in a face to face setting with friends and family. Will needs to learn how to talk to people, how to listen to the words being said but also the facial expressions and body language associated with these words. At his age, he has not learned these skills.
Many people say that cell phones are an important emergency device. All though that is true, Will is at an age where adult supervision is the best way to prevent potential problems. Will should be playing near adults, checking in frequently and using his skills to avoid dangerous areas. All too often, society says that link cell phones provide is the answer. I would disagree and point to responsible kids making good choices.
Of course, my advice is given with the understanding that I do not have children. I grew up without cell phones. I played in the street and occasionally climbed trees – tall ones!
-Mr. Lund
November 6th, 2009 at 11:58 am
This is a question I have often thought about. I don’t have children, and I grew up just like Mr. Lund. No helmets on my bike rides! But there were many times my mom was late or forgot to pick me up, and there was no way to contact her. That is very scary for a kid. I think there are phones out there that are for kids that are just for emergency use. They don’t allow kids to call just anyone, just a couple of numbers like parents, grandparents, and sitters. It would have made me feel safer. I think that is a good choice for someone Will’s age.
I worry that even adults in our society spend too much time on phones and texting. I think it is very rude when I am talking with someone and they interrupt our conversation to check/send a text or take a call. That sends the message that I am unimportant. SO my advice is to get Will a “kid” cell phone. And when he is old enough to get a job and pay for his own regular cell phone, he can get one then!
November 6th, 2009 at 1:01 pm
Dear Mr. Fletcher,
I am strongly against giving students cell phones at such a young age. They are still children and it is not necessary to provide them with an adult type of technology. A cell phone is an item that should be earned once the child is on their own more. How often is your son actually alone?
Last year I had a second grader who was given a cell phone. Twice during the school year she lost the cell phone. It often frequently went off during my lessons. Even more frustrating, it was her mother calling her.
We need to remember that children should be acting like children. Giving them a cell phone provides them with an adult responsibility that is not necessary at that age.
November 6th, 2009 at 3:17 pm
I don’t think any child under 9th or 10th grade should be given their own phone. Having a cell phone, is a privilege to be given after a child has earned it. We keep 1 extra cell phone on our family plan for our children. It is a simple inexpensive phone-no internet, texting, or games. This phone is given to one of our 3 kids if WE think they need it. When the kids go to a football game etc we give them the phone so WE can find them or they can call US. They are not to call their friends on it unless we agree it’s OK. I check who they called, and who called them, when the phone comes home. When they get a little older we start allowing calls to friends when they hhave the phone-still no texting, internet, or games. This is how they learn cell phone responsibility.
In a true “emergency” my children have all found a way to contact me-using a teachers phone, the school phone etc. (if they didn’t have the “family” cell phone at that time). A cell phone is a leash-teach your child how to act independently.
November 6th, 2009 at 3:59 pm
Mr. Fletcher,
I have three children ages 9, 7, and 5. My children do not have cell phones because they do not need them at this time. I am usually with them, or if I am not with them, they are with someone I trust to take care of them. I want my children to enjoy the simple things in life right now. I like for them to be with friends, go for walks on our trails, ride their dirt bikes, and look and enjoy nature. However, I do believe some children need to have cell phones at this age because they might be away from mom or dad for whatever reason. When my oldest gets in junior high and she needs to call us to come get her from ball practice or other activities at school then I might think about a cell phone, but right now- definitely not needed for us.
Mrs. Marchizza
November 6th, 2009 at 4:24 pm
Mr Fletcher,
I have often seen children with cell phones and wonder what they really need them for. Like Mr. Lund and Mrs. Larson, I did not grow up with a cell phone. I was given a cell phone when I turned 16, and was only allowed to use it for emergencies.
Many people say having a cell phone teaches responsibility. I feel the opposite. I think not having a cell phone teaches responsibility. Children should check in with their parents frequently so they know their child is OK and where they are. Another way of teaching responsibility is that children should bring notes home from school and listen to announcements. Important information should be written in his or her agends to alert their parents for activities happening after school, like art club or bully prevention. It is not responsible to rely on a cell phone to get this information to your parents. Furthermore, children should also be supervised the majority of the day. I know kids meet each other in their neighborhoods and play, but a parent is typically close by.
Mr. Fletcher’s class: Do you feel you do these things? If so, you are a responsible kid and have no need for a cell phone
-Mrs. Doan
November 6th, 2009 at 4:46 pm
I think that 3rd graders should have a cell phone because i got my first cell phone in the 1st grade so i think thisr graders are responsible enough
November 6th, 2009 at 4:48 pm
I think 3rd graders shoul have a cell phone but the 3rd grader should earn it.first
November 6th, 2009 at 5:07 pm
i agree with you Mrs. Moody. i mean what are you going to do with a cell phone at a younger age? im 12 years old and do not have a cell phone.
November 6th, 2009 at 5:22 pm
Mr. Fletcher and class,
My thought is that children that young should not have a cell phone. Parents should know where their child is at all times, especially a child in 3rd grade! If the parent needs to contact their child, they should call the house where they are at or the school.
There is a lot of responsibility that comes with a cell phone. Aren’t we as teachers still trying to teach our kids responsibilty in turning in homework, paying attention in class, etc.? Let’s start with that kind of responsibility before we give them an adult responsibilty.
November 6th, 2009 at 6:09 pm
I think he should have one, because what if there was emergency and he needed to call home right away?
November 6th, 2009 at 6:37 pm
I think Will should not have a phone because, like Mrs.Cobb Mr.Fletcher and Mrs.Fletcher should should know where Will is at all times.You should wait untill Will is at least 16 and is trustwurthy enough and has earned it untill Will should have a phone.Also,he should have no need for one.
P.S. I’m not Agent-D anymore because, there’s no case and anyone that wants agent can have it.
P.P.S. Just remember your always going to be a copier.
November 6th, 2009 at 6:42 pm
I think it is a decision that should be based on how well you know your child. Some kids are ready and grow from the trust while others may simply abuse it. However, do not worry if the later holds true as the family can learn from this as well. Phones are cool !
November 6th, 2009 at 6:48 pm
I’m not sure because I have many questions. Does Will lose a lot of stuff? Does he turn all of his homework in? Do you ever get locked out of the house? What if there was a emergency? You can always take it away from him if he got in trouble. Like I said, I don’t know if Will should have a phone or not.
November 6th, 2009 at 8:37 pm
Not 3rd grade…I have a kid cell phone for my sisters and me. But I don’t have my very own and im in 4th grade. Atleast wait until 5th or 6th for his own cell.
November 7th, 2009 at 8:21 am
Dear Mr.Fletcher,
I think Will should not have a phone yet because if he texted a lot that would mean you would have to pay 30 to 50 dollers a month. So he should not get it maybe to he’s 11th Birthday
November 7th, 2009 at 9:25 am
Yeah,I have a sell…and I LOVE it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You should really get him one.
November 7th, 2009 at 10:31 am
i think that Will should have a cell phone because in case of an emergency he could call 911. have a fantabulous weekend!!!
November 7th, 2009 at 10:46 am
I think 5Th and 4Th should have cellphones!!!!!.
November 7th, 2009 at 5:16 pm
I think that Will should have a cell phone because if there is an emergency on the bus or at school when you’re not around who knows what could happen if he can’t contact you. Plus you could do what my parents did and buy him either a cheap or a free cell phone because if he loses it you wouldn’t have spent 200 dollars on a cell phone he cauldn’t keep track of. Or you could just take it away if you start feeling like he was abusing the priveledge of something like a cell phone. And if Will wants one so bad and you get one tell him that if he is bad that the cellphone is yours until he gets his act together. Taking away a phone helps i’ve only lost mine twice. But for a one-and-a-half year old phone thats pretty good. I say Yes but to a cheap or free one incase he loses it.
November 7th, 2009 at 5:51 pm
I SAY YES STILL LOOKS LIKE THERE ARE MORE YESSES THAN NOS SO FAR!!
November 8th, 2009 at 1:19 pm
yes,because if he was going to a football game with his freinds and he didnt have a phone he couldn`t call anyone to tell them if he got hert or something inportint.IF you git him a phone git it when hes done with his third grade year,like on his summer break,thats when i got my phone.
November 8th, 2009 at 2:45 pm
Hi Mr.Fletcher Isay yes childreen should have cellphones because what if they got lost or something like that – also the owl pelet thing was awesome my brother liked it to -chile 13
November 8th, 2009 at 3:34 pm
I think intermediate schoolers should NOT have a cell phone. Now 8th graders and high school kids should have a cell phone=]
November 8th, 2009 at 3:42 pm
Parents should always know where there child is because they could have been kidnapped or something.kids that are never home should most deferentially should have a cell phone
Brandon Trumpy’s sister (Allyson Trumpy)=]
November 8th, 2009 at 5:51 pm
I think that Will should have a cell phone because in case of an emergency he cpuld call 911.Have a grrreat weekend!!!!
Animal lovers,
katriel
November 8th, 2009 at 6:57 pm
Mr. Fletcher,
I think cell phones are a great convenience and help people stay connected. Cell phones can do so much anymore and with all of the different applications, they provide us with many resources at our fingertips.
However, I do not think students under the age of 12 or 13 really need a cell phone. They should not be in places where they are not supervised by an adult or at least have an adult present. In the event of an emergency, the adult will have a cell phone and take care of the emergency. I also think kids need to be playing and interacting with their friends and other people to develop their listening and speaking skills instead of figuring out what cool things to put on their phone.
My youngest son is 22; he didn’t get a cell phone until he was 17…and he even survived. : )
Mrs. Ebener
November 8th, 2009 at 8:50 pm
Hi, I am Mr. Fletcher’s niece Madi, I am in 2nd grade at Lindsay school in Springfield, and I am 8 years old. I do not have a phone yet, but I want one. I think having a cell phone would be cool. If I need to talk to my parents and they are not around I can call them. Good luck Will, I hope you get your phone – Madi
November 8th, 2009 at 8:54 pm
Madi, It would be cool to have a phone, but where would you be away from your parents to call them?
Exactly, son!!!!!!!!! Love you!
November 8th, 2009 at 8:59 pm
As Will’s AUNT I THINK that he should get one so that he can call me or his awesome dad anytime he wants to!
November 8th, 2009 at 9:24 pm
Mr. Fletcher and class,
I don’t think a child in third, fourth, or even fifth grade has need for a cell phone. At this age children are too young to be involved in activities without adult supervision. If they are playing outside or at a friend’s house they should be responsible for checking in with their parents on a regular basis. Parents of children this age have the responsibility of knowing where their children are and how they can contact them at all times.
We gave my daughter a cell phone for her 13th birthday. At that point she was involved in many extra-curricular activities at GMS and it was helpful for her to be able to contact us as to when she would need to be picked up. My son is 11 and in 6th grade. He is also asking for a cell phone for Christmas this year just as Will is. I’m not quite sure what we will do about a cell phone for him just yet.
Good luck with your decision.
Mrs. Pratt
November 8th, 2009 at 9:29 pm
Hmmm, well this is a debated subject… I think this decision should be made on a case-by-case basis. If the young person is responsible enough to have a phone it is a definite asset. Just look at all the people who do have them.
The iPhone is the best electronic device in the last 10 years. It’s so existential but SO accessible.
November 8th, 2009 at 10:41 pm
I don’t think a cell is necessary for a third grader. They shouldn’t be unsupervised where it would be needed for emergencies and it’s early for their socialization.
November 8th, 2009 at 11:06 pm
Hey it is Tarni from s7. i am in year 6 and i only got a mobile phone (cell phone) this year. i think he could wait maybe til’ year 5!
Tarni, Thanks for taking time to respond. My son Will is going to be so excited that you responded considering you live so far away. However, He may not like your opinion, but he will still be excited. Have a great day. – Mr. Fletcher
November 8th, 2009 at 11:08 pm
i have a cell phone, and i think that kids at about grade five should have cell phones but grade 3 is way to young to have a cell phone.
November 9th, 2009 at 8:20 am
Hey Mr.Fletcher I think that the age of having a cell phone should be 8. I think that will should have a cellphone. It makes me feel more comfortable. I think that it will be more safe for Will if he is just walking around. I would not get Will a I phone. But I would just get him a flip phone. I have one and it is just fine. See ya bud. Ryan
November 9th, 2009 at 8:40 am
A cell phone at that age…are you kidding me. A child that age would be with their parents nine times out of ten anyway, so where’s the need. What does a child that age need with a phone?
I have already told my sons, Nathan and his older brother Hayden who is in 7th grade, not to expect a cell phone in their near future. I will probably get Hayden a cell phone he use at my discretion when he gets into High School because of his opportunities to attend more social activities and his desire to be on his own.
I hear all the time that their friends have phones and they should too. However, they are quickly reminded that their’s parents choice, but it’s not mine.
I say let them be kids, they will have plenty years with a cell phone attached to their ear like the rest of due later in in life.
November 9th, 2009 at 6:20 pm
I think if kids have a cell phone, parents should have the phone at night so they won’t stay up all night texting or talking. (4PK)
November 9th, 2009 at 7:15 pm
Again I have another reason why Will should NOT have a phone.Everybody’s saying “what if theres an emergency” well emergencys rarely happen.There’s probbaly going to be at the MOST about 20 energencys a year.That’s 20 outa 364 that’s a complete waste of any phone.Mr.Fletcher don’t get Will a phone.There’s only been 1 emergency that happend to me last year.Last year at about Sep.17th my house caught on fire and was on t.v. .At least that’s a story to tell my kids some day!But that day was SCARY!!Well bye.Once again Mr.Fletcher don’t get Will a phone!Bye again.
D-Pipe – That must have been scary buddy. I am just glad that everyone at your house was safe. – Mr. Fletcher
November 9th, 2009 at 8:18 pm
I agree with all the yesses. I already commented why!!!
November 9th, 2009 at 8:25 pm
Heyo. and yes i meant 2 spell it that way. c texting iz fun wich iz another rezon y will should hav a cell phone.
( text language)
November 9th, 2009 at 8:42 pm
I think kids our age should have cell phones because for safety and to only have contact with their family members. And if your friends ask for your phone number tell them your mom and dads instead of your phone. My mom said I can only have a phone if I use it for emergencies or family members only.That is my comment.
November 9th, 2009 at 9:15 pm
The point of a cell phone at this age is for safety. It is another means by which we can keep our children safe in a world that is growing more dangerous everyday. Why wouldn’t you?
November 9th, 2009 at 9:20 pm
I think that a third grader should not have a cell phone because a third grader is not
resposeable enough to have such a great piece of technoligy.
November 9th, 2009 at 9:48 pm
I think Will should have a cell phone, I have one, but thats not my reasons, my reasons are, what if he’s lost and no one’s around to help him find someone in his family like you Mr.Fletcher, he’ll need a cell phone to call someone in his family like you again Mr.Fletcher or if no one’s around when he gets injured he can call 911 or if he is traped in a room he can call 911 or call someone in his family, like you again Mr.Fletcher.That is all the good reasons that I imcan think of about Will having a cell phone and important reasons why Will should have one!!!!
November 10th, 2009 at 11:44 am
I believe that students who are involved in many extra curricular activities away from their parents would benefit from a cell phone. I also think that students who live with one parent should have a cell phone, for emergencies.
November 10th, 2009 at 1:43 pm
I think every parent wrestles with this issue. I know my husband and I did with our two boys. I feel that the decision should be based on individual circumstances. Our boys didn’t really need phones until they entered high school. Before this time, they were always in places where a phone was available for their use or they were with adults who had their own phones. In high school their practice schedules were a little different and there were times when I needed to contact them immediately. I also felt that they were ready for the added responsibility at that age. Every child and every situation is different so decisions need to based on that.
November 10th, 2009 at 4:19 pm
CJ has a cell phone and although I was not really for it when he got it, I do have to say it has came in handy. He has an inexpensive phone (no bells, whistles, camera, internet etc)you add minutes to every three months. He knows he does not have very many minutes on it and does not use it all the time. He uses it when he is in the neighborhood before he goes to a different house etc. We have also taken it with us when we have been on vacation and it has nice to know if we would get seperated he is just a phone call away. I suppose it all depends on the child but CJ has done well with it. Since, it was a phone that cost $15 and I add minutes for $20 every 3 months, if he would lose it (although he has not in the two years he has had it) it is the cost of a DS game.
November 10th, 2009 at 5:18 pm
i think that whatever grade you are in, you should geta cell phone
November 10th, 2009 at 8:32 pm
I forgot to say something,you don’t have to get a really nice phone for him just get him a regular cell phone.
November 10th, 2009 at 9:23 pm
My oldest child (now age 18) did not get a cell phone until she was in seventh grade and she only got it then because she was on the volleyball team so this gave her a way to let me no when to pick her up when they had away games. My other children ages 12 and 9 do not have cell phones yet because there is no reason for them any were they go they have a phone available to them and if they are running around the neighborhood I give them a walkie talkie so they can let me know where they are. so I guess I believe they do not need one until they really need it. but they do have phones that you can only have a few # in, so that they can get a hold of a parent in case of an emergency.
November 10th, 2009 at 9:52 pm
WHO ON EARTH IS AGENT R???
November 11th, 2009 at 8:49 am
No, because he’s to young
November 11th, 2009 at 8:50 am
Agent R is Rehyet
November 11th, 2009 at 8:52 am
No because he is to young
November 11th, 2009 at 10:04 am
I dont think a 3rd grader should get a cell phone unless hes away from his parents alot. also 3rd graders arent really that mature and could lose it or break it and no matter what kind of phone it would be expensive to replace. I got my cell phone in 6th grade when i started hanging out with my friends more and had more after school activities. (and what would a 3rd grader even need a cell phone for?)
- Delaney
I think that a third grader should not get a cell phone becuase will could drop it and it would be very bad if it was an expensive phone also, he could get a very bad virus.
-ashley
Thank You!
November 11th, 2009 at 10:06 am
NO NO NO,BECAUSE I GOT MY PHONE IN FIRST GRADE AND I GOT ALOT OF SCARRY TEXT AND U DONT WANT TO HEAR ALL THE CRYING.HE WILL HAVE NIGHTMIRRS FOR EX.ONE NIGHT JUST BEFOR I WENT TO BED A FORWARD SAID (IF U BREAK THIS CHAIN A LITTLE DEAD GILRL OR BOY WILL APPEaR IN YOUR ROOM 2NIGHT IN 53 MINS SOMEONE WILL SAY WATCHOUT IN A LOUD VOICE BHIND U)AND WHAT IF HE TAKES IT TO SCHOOL WITHOUT PERMISSION AND HE LOESES IT. THAT IS WHY WE SAY NO NO NO NO – from kiara and chile class mrs.hayes and mr.flether
November 11th, 2009 at 10:50 am
You must be 10 to have a call phone.
Jeffrey, Thankyou for taling time to respond. Would you be kind enough to explain why you feel 10 is the magic age for a cell phone? Thank you – Mr. Fletcher
November 11th, 2009 at 7:38 pm
I still think Will should have a cellphone ,because if he is good for a long time he
deserves to get something big such as a phone
November 11th, 2009 at 7:56 pm
Hi Mr. Fletcher. This is D-Pipe’s dad (Larry). I think you should get your son one of the cheap phones from Walmart that uses minute cards. He can use it for emergencies & certain things like pick ups & check ins & such. I got D-Pipe one of those but he lost it. So you may have that problem also!
November 12th, 2009 at 8:30 pm
again I think that Will should have a phone because if he wants it and does something big to get it Will deserves one and then he could call you and his friends and if it’s someone’s
birthday then he could contact them and ask what they want. Okay I promised I would let
my dogs have a turn so vnjhobsj and the other dog sbvfheiw .Angel said he sould not and so does princsess.Well there you have it my dogs and my thouts of Will and a cell phone.
November 13th, 2009 at 3:29 pm
My dogs were pretty sweet, don’t you say?
Huh?
November 13th, 2009 at 3:30 pm
I do not think will should have a phone
Why Mike? Did you read the question?
November 13th, 2009 at 3:32 pm
I would like to see what you think. Yes or no?
November 13th, 2009 at 3:33 pm
Yes because kids that are 9 and up should get phones.
November 13th, 2009 at 3:34 pm
I still say YES. You know why I commented. YES YES YES YES YES YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
November 13th, 2009 at 3:36 pm
I already commented and I think Will should have one if he is not scared of scary messages from strangers. I got my first phone at 5 in 1st grade and many many people were texting me and when I answered they said stuff like “I love you” and”you are cute” and the worse one of all “I’m coming for you,CHRISTIAN!”How did they get my number and know my name? Will if you’re not scared then go head get a phone.
November 13th, 2009 at 3:39 pm
Yes because he can get hurt at football.
November 13th, 2009 at 3:40 pm
Yes because if your an over protective parent and you won’t let your kids go play with they’re friends outside than you should at least get them a cell phone so he/she can talk to they’re friends.
November 13th, 2009 at 3:45 pm
Sorry I ment to say I 4th grader lost my cell.
November 13th, 2009 at 3:46 pm
Well Mr.Fletcher if you really trust your son Will then you should get him one but he has to be responsible.
November 13th, 2009 at 3:49 pm
I ment to say I a 4th grader lost my cell.
November 13th, 2009 at 7:35 pm
Yes. He is older than me and i want one. is. Can you trust Will?
November 13th, 2009 at 11:46 pm
Yes,because if something happens like maybe a big truck comes next to him and asks if he needs a ride because you Mr.Fletcher got hurt and he was a new friend of Mr.Fletchers and what would he do if something happened like that? Sophia dugan Mrs.Moores class 4MO
November 14th, 2009 at 9:09 am
Jeffrey has had his cell phone since the beginning of third grade. He has been very responsibe with it. I have no regrets on getting it for him. He is not allowed to take it to school, but has it with him when he is not with me. It gives him piece of mind and also does me.
November 16th, 2009 at 6:18 pm
Children SHOUD NOT HAVE PHONES INTELL THE AGE OF TEN OR ELEVEN. I think this because kids About 3rd grade and up text alot!!!!!!!!! Well I have a Phone and my mom will only let me text ever 3 months. So its not a lot of money. And now that I have said that KIDS TEXT AND MAKE PARENTS PAY A LOT OF MONEY!!!!!!!!!
November 16th, 2009 at 6:38 pm
I think that will should get a cellphone. because if he is riding around the block on his bike and he falls he can contact you. Or if he gets lost he can call you. However don’t let him take the phone to school. I have a cellphone and ican only use it at home.Mikey jimerson 4rb
November 16th, 2009 at 7:09 pm
No because kids 9 years old an under are irresponsible and they always don’t take care of what they have even if it costs 1,000,000,000 dollars
November 18th, 2009 at 9:16 pm
Trump- you aren’t making sense. First you say no then you say yes then you say no then you say yes then you say no. MAKE UP YOUR MIND. do you say yes or do you say no?
November 18th, 2009 at 10:01 pm
i think Will should not have a cell phone because he could be talking to people he doesn’t know and you may not even know it!!! Bye-Bye
November 19th, 2009 at 6:04 pm
I also think that will should get one so he check in with you more often and so he can contact you when he is at a friends so he does not have to go home
November 20th, 2009 at 3:48 pm
Hi. YES!!! just don’t get a goood one!!!!!