Acronyms
School
Entertainment
Health and Safety
Part II
All things sensory
CUPE Job Descriptions
100

You may be required to read an CB-IEP

What is an competency based individualized program plan.

100

In 1979 Pink Floyd suggested we add this to the wall

What is "another brick"

100

This footwear is suited for the beach but not the school hallways.

What is, the flip flop

100

This gooey, sticky substance might appeal to the tactile needs of a student. 

What is, slime.

100

This staff member works and collaborates with the Kindergarten teacher to enhance the Kindergarten program.

What is, an ECE

200

The IST supports students in the school.

What is, Integration Support Teacher.

200

Joy! The kids are learning to play a flute-like instrument in music this month.

What is, the recorder

200

ISWP is an acronym for this 

What is, individual safe work procedure

200

Might keep hands busy, and help with managing anxiety, or focus.

What is a fidget.

200

This staff member assists with student supervision during non-instructional times.

What is, supervision assistant

300

The SBT meets often to collaborate in support of students.

What is, the School Based Team.

300

This school was accidentally built with 30 classrooms stacked on top of each other in a popular children's book and as a cartoon series.

What is Wayside School

300

Steel-toed boots, hard hats, kevlar sleeves are examples of this 

PPE or personal protective equipment

300

The original wobbly stool.

What is, the Hokki stool.

300

This staff member may have the certification to inspect playground structures.

What is Grounds Maintenance II

400

The custodian in the room definitely has their WHMIS certification.

What is, Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System

400

This school event sees students receiving their Dogwoods.

What is, grad or graduation.

400

This government agency promotes workplace safety and provides benefits to injured workers in BC.

What is, WorkSafe BC

400

Teenagers have diverse sensory needs, some seeking intense sensory input while others need to avoid this.

What is, overstimulation.

400

With a focus on students with Autism, this staff member works with District Inclusion coordinators and their assignment changes with district needs.

What is Inclusion Assistant

500

Every day we are are supporting students with their SEL

What is, Social Emotional Learning 

500

Even Taylor Swift recalls the ups and downs of high school in this 2024 song

What is, So High School

500

Level 1 of this program equips workers with the knowledge and skills to apply proper food handling and preparation techinques.

What is, Food Safe

500

Might not have been allowed when you were a student. But studies show it can improve alertness, attention span, and even academic performance.

What is, gum or chewing gum

500

This staff member supports DHH students both in the classroom and with school events.

What is, District Communication Facilitators.