WE ASKED: Are headphones a tool or a distraction?

Laila Roe ’27 (Claire Salera ’27)

Laila Roe '27

“I think listening to music actually helps me focus. I’m able to tune out the music and tune into the teacher. When I hear the music, it allows me to realize I’m not paying attention. So I think music is really good and it can be used for good educational purposes.”
Ms. Traci Dubs, French Teacher (Claire Salera 27)

Ms. Traci Dubs, French Teacher

“I think AirPods are convenient, great, and a wonderful way to listen to music. I do think that in the classroom, it gives the illusion of earplugs, which is not what you want when you’re teaching your students. As a teacher, in the classroom, I think they should be out, but in the hallways, that’s your time, so I think it’s okay to have them in.”
Paul Caywood ’26 (Claire Salera 27)

Paul Caywood '26

“I like AirPods because they allow me to listen to music and they help me focus while working.”
Ms. Roxie Everly, Math Teacher (Claire Salera ’27)

Ms. Roxie Everly, Math Teacher

“I don’t think [students] would like it if they’re asking for help, and I had my headphones in. It’s just a body language thing, it’s the same thing as if your head is down, I’m assuming you’re not listening. So if you have [headphones on], I’m assuming you’re not listening. It’s kind of rude.”

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