Saba Comprehensive bans mobile devices

February 9, 2019 News

All mobile devices will be banned from Saba Comprehensive School as of Tuesday, February 12. This ban covers having mobile devices during transportation to and from school, during school hours and school-related activities.

The school said on its Facebook page it has seen an increase in online bullying and that these mobile devices distract students from learning and socializing with each other. Students also use the social media during school time when they are going to the restrooms, sometimes even during classes, the school said.

More information will be shared with students in Monday’s assembly. Parents/Guardians are invited to join this assembly. Any other questions or concerns will be addressed by the school after the assembly.

The Daily Herald.

4 comments

Jelle van der
February 18, 2019 at 5:22 pm

So banning phones will stop bullying? Disappointing to see no strong action is being taken.
Lupe
February 19, 2019 at 8:58 am

I’d argue that this is strong action, but its more deflecting responsibility from the school rather than preventing online bullying.
Tricia
March 11, 2019 at 3:20 pm

Seriously? Why do children need phones in school?
Learning should be the primary focus! I think this is A VERY SMART MOVE!
This era of children spend to much time on devises…instead of working on learning, manners,socializing face to face, and simply playing out of doors!
Tricia Chammaa
March 12, 2019 at 6:25 am

Bullying Generally begins at home! Why is it the school’s job to control bad-behaving children?
Parents are the ONES Responsible for teaching..
RESPECT,MANNERS,DECENCY,CONTROL…Not TEACHERS!
Their JOB is to Teach!