text: How many times a day do we talk on a phone or cell phone? Cell Phones have become a part of everyday life in the USA, so why does that need to change at school? I believe that at school we should be aloud to use our cell phones during lunch and other free time as long as they are off during class time. My first reason is we can talk to our parents. If you let your parents know your lunch time during the day, they can call or text with information you may need. A second reason is that it does not disturb or harass or learning environment, so why shouldn't it be aloud? Lastly, it is a way to chat with friends at other schools who are also at lunch. In this time period, cell phones are a major way to keep in contact with those who do not live in the same state or town as you.