Students shouldn't be able to eat in class because of various reasons. I am a student myself, and I still discourage classroom snacking. For one, it may disturb the class. Loud chewing can disturb or irritate others and can be a nuisance to the teacher who is trying to teach. Secondly, snacking can affect those with allergies, the most common allergy being peanuts. The National Peanut Board (yes, that is a real thing) shows that 4-6% of school-age children have peanut allergies. They also state that peanuts are usually food within foods. Also, snacking during class can be extremely rude. Again, it may disturb the teacher with loud crunching or smacking. It also can be rude to others. They may not be able to focus on what they are doing and instead be listening to loud eating noises.
Many people say that eating in class is a necessity, because some people don't eat breakfast. That doesn't encourage classroom snacking, it encouraged eating breakfast. So HA to those who think so.
Can create a mess Eating in class may create a mess. Many students may be eating a candy or chips, but they usually leave it behind or they miss the trashcan and never pick it up. Most of them will spill their snack on the floor and if possible, there might be a bug infestation. Therefore, eating in class should not be allowed
It's extremely annoying! I'm a student and its so annoying to hear people chomping on chips, ripping open bags, or smacking their lips. I pay a lot of money for my classes and I don't want to be distracted by people's noises while I am trying to learn. Anyone who has had a job has had to wait for their lunch break. It is possible to wait. If youre really paying attention than you won't be thinking about how hungry you are.
Distractions and food munching sounds If you start eating during class you can stop focusing on learning and focusing on how good the Doritos you are eating are. And also the sound of food munching and crunching in peoples mouths is very very annoying. Also crumbs and spilling can ruin the work you have been working on for hours.
Um no... Not a good idea It could be distracting for the other kids who are trying to learn because the wrappers make a lot of noise and the children who are eating may chew to loudly, it's rude too. If they don't eat breakfast in the morning, they should wake up earlier so they have time.