text: Another reason why students should be allowed to use their cell phones during lunch and free times is because many are involved with some sort of after school activity. Whether it's a sport, musical instrument, or anything else, events within that activity are often scheduled last minute or without the student knowing days ahead of time. When this happens, they may not have transportation to the location if it is not held at the same school. In this scenario, students should be able to contact a parent or friend who can drive them to wherever they need to be.