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    Learn English > English lessons and exercises > English test #130804: School Life Vocabulary - High School Edition





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    School Life Vocabulary - High School Edition - English lesson


    School Life Vocabulary - High School Edition

    Level: A2-B1
    Goal: Learn how to talk about people, places, rules, and documents in your high school.


    🧑‍🏫 1. PEOPLE AT SCHOOLEnglish TermMeaning
    StudentA person who goes to school
    TeacherA person who teaches students
    Principal (US) / Head teacher (UK)The person who is in charge of the school
    Assistant Principal (US) / Deputy Head (UK)The principal's helper, also a school leader
    School SupervisorA person who watches students in the hall or yard
    School CounselorA person who helps students with problems or advice
    LibrarianA person who works in the school library
    Administrative StaffPeople who work in the office and help the school run

    🔊 Useful Phrases
    • Who is your math teacher?
    • The principal wants to see you.
    • I spoke to the school counselor about my grades.

    🏫 2. PLACES IN SCHOOLEnglish TermMeaning
    ClassroomA room where students have lessons
    Principal's OfficeThe principal works here
    School OfficeWhere you go for information or help
    LibraryA quiet place to read or study
    GymA place for sports and physical activities
    Cafeteria / CanteenThe place where you eat lunch at school
    Playground / YardThe outdoor space where students take breaks
    HallwayA corridor between classrooms
    Staff RoomThe teachers' room
    Restroom / ToiletA place to go when you need a bathroom break

     


    🔊 Useful Phrases
    • I need to go to the office.
    • Let's study in the library.
    • Don't run in the hallway!

    📄 3. SCHOOL DOCUMENTS AND OBJECTSEnglish TermDescription
    Liaison BookA notebook used to write notes between school and parents
    Late SlipA small paper that says you arrived late
    Appointment SlipA paper that tells you to meet someone at school
    Timetable (UK) / Schedule (US)A paper with your class times and subjects
    Excuse NoteA note explaining why you missed school
    Absence NoteA paper saying you were not at school
    DetentionA punishment where you stay after school
    Report CardA paper that shows your grades
    LockerA small cabinet to store your school things
    BackpackA bag for carrying your school materials

    🔊 Useful Phrases
    • Do you have a late slip?
    • I forgot my liaison book.
    • She got a detention for using her phone in class.

    🎭 4. SCHOOL SITUATIONS - ROLE PLAYS🔹 Situation 1: Being Late

    Student: I'm sorry I'm late.
    Supervisor: Please go get a late slip from the office.
    Student: Okay, I'll be right back.


    🔹 Situation 2: Missing Book

    Teacher: Where is your liaison book?
    Student: I left it at home.
    Teacher: Bring it tomorrow, please.


    🔹 Situation 3: Called to the Office

    Secretary: The principal wants to see you.
    Student: Do you know why?
    Secretary: No, please wait outside the office.


    🧠 5. CULTURE NOTES

     

    TopicEnglish-Speaking Countries
    Liaison booksNot common in UK or US - they use emails or apps
    DetentionVery common as a punishment
    CounselorOften supports students emotionally or helps with future studies
    Principal's OfficeGoing there is not always a bad thing
    LibraryOften includes books, computers, and quiet spaces

     



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    1. Who is the person in charge of the school?


    2. Where do you go to eat lunch at school? A) The cafeteria B) The library C) The classroom


    3. What do you need if you arrive late?


    4. What do students use to carry their books?


    5. Where do you go to read or study quietly?


    6. What is the name of the punishment when you stay after school?


    7. Who helps students with problems or gives advice?


    8. Where do teachers work or take breaks?


    9. What shows the times of your classes?


    10. What do you open with a key to store your things at school?











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