About a week before school began, my parents gave my brother his first phone. ... Therefore, I was not very dependent on using my cell phone or computer unless it was for a good reason, like my online Spanish lessons or calling my parents. ... I asked my parents why they gave me a phone at such a young age and their answer was to keep me safe. ... Before the smart phone change, I had a simple flip phone that was only used to call and had a set number of text messages I could send each month. ... I would not be able to use my alarm clock, iPad, computer, television, or phone. ...

• Word Count: 1468
• Approx Pages: 6
• Grade Level: High School

As in Jodi's story, the bullying was done by students at her school, and they used technology (i.e. a cell phone) to continue bullying on schools grounds. This example goes to show that even allowing the presence of cell phones (and other technologies) on campuses allows students to be more likely to participate in cyberbullying. ... Schools have to start making strict policies regarding computer and cell phone use, and serious consequences should be implemented if students are caught participating in any form of cyberbullying. ...

• Word Count: 1524
• Approx Pages: 6
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School