APS Education Terminology

What does CCAA stand for?

• Crazy Cows Are Awesome

• Cincinnati Cheese Addicts Association

• College and Career Academies of Akron

• Chihuahua Caretakers and Advocates

Answer explanation

College and Career Academies of Akron

(sorry to disappoint any crazy cow lovers out there!)

What is the purpose of FERPA?

• To protect the privacy of student education records

• To provide free ferrets to students for educational purposes

• To ensure that every student has access to a ferris wheel on school grounds

• To require schools to provide every student with a personal ferpa suit for added privacy

Answer explanation

To protect the privacy of student education records (as much as we love our furry friends, FERPA is all about protecting student privacy!)

What is an IEP?

• An instructional event plan for teaching pandas how to read

• An individual education plan with specific learning goals for the student

• An international education program for traveling students

• An innovative elephant program for teaching math

Answer explanation

An individual education plan with specific learning goals for the student (although the idea of teaching pandas or elephants is definitely intriguing!)

What is i-Ready?

• A program that teaches students how to play the Irish harp

• An online platform designed to assess students and provide individualized instruction based on each one’s unique needs

• An interactive cooking show where students can learn how to make their favorite meals

• A virtual reality game where students can explore and interact with famous inventors

Answer explanation

An online platform designed to assess students and provide individualized instruction based on each one’s unique needs (as fun as cooking and music are, i-Ready is focused on personalized learning!)

What is the LRC?

• A laboratory for creating new varieties of licorice

• A live reptile center for students to learn about snakes and lizards

• A language resource center for students to learn new languages

• The school library, also known as the Library Resource Center

Answer explanation

Wouldn't it be cool to have a lizard as the library mascot!

What is OSS?

• The Ohio Squirrel Society, a club for squirrel enthusiasts

• Out of School Snacking, a program that encourages healthy eating habits for students

• Out of School Suspension, a form of student discipline where the student is not allowed on school property or to participate in school activities until their suspension is over

• Ohio State Swimming, a competitive swimming league for high school students

Answer explanation

Out of School Suspension, a form of student discipline where the student is not allowed on school property or to participate in school activities until their suspension is over (while we're sure that the Ohio Squirrel Society is great, OSS is focused on consequences for misbehavior!)

What is PBIS?

• Peanut Butter and Ice Cream Sandwiches, a popular school cafeteria treat

• Professional Baseball Instruction School, a program for students who aspire to become professional baseball players

• Power Ball Informational Services, a program that teaches students about the lottery and gambling

• Positive Behavior Intervention & Supports, a proactive approach to setting positive expectations for student behavior so ALL students can experience social, emotional, and academic success

Answer explanation

Positive Behavior Intervention & Supports, a proactive approach to setting positive expectations for student behavior so ALL students can experience social, emotional, and academic success.

What is the Safety Team ?

• A group of students who are trained in first aid and emergency response

• A team of teachers who lead safety drills and trainings for students and staff

• The Akron City Police SWAT team, on call in case of emergency situations at school

• The group of security personnel in a building who are there to help if something escalates with students

Answer explanation

The group of security personnel in a building who are there to help if something escalates with students

What is an SRO ?

• A Student Running Organization, a group of students who train for marathons and other running events

• A School Resource Officer, an police officer who intervenes in situations that require police intervention in a school building

• A Science Research Organization, a group of students who conduct scientific research projects

• A School Reading Oasis, a program that promotes reading and literacy in schools

Answer explanation

A School Resource Officer, an Akron City police officer who intervenes in situations that require police intervention in a school building (while promoting physical activity, conducting research, and promoting literacy are all important, an SRO's primary role is to ensure safety and intervene in more serious situations!)

What is a Zero Period?

• A class that teaches students how to count from zero to one million

• A period of time when all electronics are turned off and students are encouraged to spend time outdoors

• A class period that takes place at the end of the school day for students who need extra help with homework

• A class period before the typical school day begins

Answer explanation

A class period before the typical school day begins (while learning how to count to a million might be impressive it is not the correct answer)