School to offer ‘brick phones’ to pupils

In an effort to combat smartphone addiction and improve focus in the classroom, Ridgeview High School announced that it will be offering “brick phones” to its pupils starting next school year.

These old-fashioned phones, reminiscent of the popular models from the 1990s, can only make and receive calls and have no internet or app capabilities. The school hopes that providing students with these devices will encourage healthier screen time habits and reduce distractions during lessons.

Principal Smith stated, “We have noticed a significant increase in students struggling to pay attention and engage in class due to the constant distraction of smartphones. By providing them with simpler devices, we believe that we can create a more focused learning environment.”

The school plans to implement a strict policy regarding the use of these brick phones during school hours, with consequences for any misuse or violation of the rules.

While some students have expressed concerns about not having access to their smartphones, others are curious to see how the change will impact their productivity and attention in class.

Overall, the school hopes that this initiative will help students develop healthier relationships with technology and improve their academic performance.