RUBBISH
Where do you put your rubbish after your done with your snack?
The RUBBISH BIN
To keep your desk looking new, you should never use a pen or pencil to do this to the surface.
What is draw (or graffiti/scrawl)
If you see a piece of rubbish on the field that isn’t yours, the best thing to do is pick it up and put it here.
What is the bin?
This "R" in the waste hierarchy is actually more effective than recycling because it prevents waste from being created in the first place by using less of a resource.
What is Reduce
To protect school laptops or tablets, you should never have these two things near them while working.
What are food and drinks
This is the most common recyclable material found in a typical classroom's waste.
What is paper
When moving your chair at the end of the day, you should do this instead of dragging it to avoid scratching the floor.
What is lift it up (or carry it)
When you are the last person to leave a classroom, you should do this to the wall switch to save electricity.
What is turn off the lights
To help the environment, many students now use this "reusable" item instead of buying a new plastic one every day for their water.
What is a reusable water bottle
When you finish using a library book, you should return it here instead of leaving it on a random shelf.
What is the return bin (or front desk)
This triangle symbol, often found on plastic lunch containers, indicates that an item can be processed and turned into something new.
What is the recycling symbol
This sticky substance should never be placed under desks or chairs, as it is difficult to remove and unsanitary.
What is chewing gum
After washing your hands in the bathroom, you should make sure this is turned all the way off so no water is wasted.
What is the tap (or faucet)
This common school supply is made of wood and graphite; while the shavings can often be composted, the tiny metal part and pink rubber at the end should be binned.
What is a pencil
You should use this part of your hand—not your fingernails or a pen—to interact with a school iPad or touch-screen whiteboard.
What is your finger (or a stylus)
While juice boxes can often be recycled, this small, thin plastic item often attached to them should usually be thrown in the general rubbish bin
What is a plastic straw
When using these sharp classroom tools, you should always use a cutting mat to protect the tabletop underneath.
What are scissors (or craft knives)
To keep the school gardens healthy and pretty, you should always walk on the paths instead of walking through these.
What are the flower beds (or garden patches)
Placing a half-eaten sandwich or a greasy pizza box into a recycling bin is known as this, which can ruin an entire batch of clean recyclables.
What is contamination
In the locker room or gym, you should store your gear inside your locker to prevent this "H" word, which can cause people to fall.
What is a hazard (or tripping hazard)
Recycling just one of these metal drink containers saves enough energy to power a television for about three hours.
What is an aluminum can
This is the term for the "duty of care" students have to look after the equipment and buildings provided for their education.
What is stewardship (or responsibility)
If you accidentally break something, like a window or a chair, the most responsible thing to do is tell this person immediately.
Who is a teacher (or staff member)
These "single-use" items used for carrying school books or groceries are being banned in many places because they often end up stuck in trees or harming marine life.
What are plastic bags
This is the collective name for the staff members who work hard after hours to repair, clean, and maintain the school property.
Who are the custodians (or janitors/caretakers)