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Most 6th graders have phones, heck half the 5th graders have phones.

That should NOT change your plans. My son got a phone when he needed one and not a minute before, in 8th grade.

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I agree with this. Most will have them. But do what you think is best as a parent based on your child's/family needs and what feels right to you as a parent. Some kids in MS have an iTouch or iPad with text and web capability when on wifi. My kid had a phone early (6th grade) b/c she travels for sports without us. I want her to be able to call or text us from anywhere.

My kid says she's the only 8th grader who isn't allowed to have Snapchat. Oh well. I guess I'm the mean mom. She has Insta and has shown a tendency to seek validation there - that worries me. And I will continue to monitor her text and social media - she knows this.

It's helpful to know what others are doing, but ultimately, do what you think is right as a parent - every kid/family is different. [/quote]

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