Dear Rachel,
Thank you for your email! In my school, using mobile phones during lessons is not allowed, just like in yours. Some students sneakily use their phones, but the teachers usually get very upset and take them away. I sometimes see my classmates using their phones to check messages or play games, but I prefer to focus on the lesson. It's great to hear from you! Let me know how things are going for you.
Best wishes,
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