A Cell Is Like A School Nucleus A nucleus is like the principal. He is in charge of what goes on in the school. Vacuoles The vacuoles is like the cabinets in the school used to store items. Mitochondria The Mitochondria is like football where we release all of our energy. Cytoplasm Cytoplasm is like the hallways of the school. The hallways are where everyone travels through the school. Cell Membrane The Cell Membrane is like the school walls and doors because cell membrane helps keep people in or out. Cell Wall The Cell Wall is like the beams in a school because it provides the school support. Chlorolast The Chloroplast is like the cafeteria in a school because it is where the students in a school get their energy. Large central vacuole The Large Central Vacuole is like a swimming pool because it stores water for the swim team.