By Katherine Camberg

Tempe Prep is always changing, and that is especially true this year. TPA has introduced a new system for submitting grades, called Jupiter. Tempe Prep has also started having a time after lunch called Paideia that students could use to get tutoring, work on homework, or playing sports with Mr. Lambros. But how are the students and faculty adjusting to these changes?

Dr. Porter talked about these new changes, saying, “Like anything new, we’re getting used to it, but as we use it more, we’ll find out how best it can be implemented.” As time goes on, students and faculty alike will get more used to the changes, and find out how to use them to their advantage. Our students seem to be enjoying their extra time at Paideia, and Jupiter makes it easier to access grades.

There has been only good feedback concerning Paideia from teachers. It makes it easier for students to attend required tutoring, and gives all students better access to tutoring. Tempe Prep student Emily Casey says, “I love Paideia because I love spending some extra time at school with my friends to review any work I’m struggling with and talk about our school day!” Other students have mentioned that they like how Paideia breaks up the monotony of their day, and gives them options on how to spend their time.

Jupiter has also been fairly well received. Teachers are using it to replace their grading books, and it makes entering grades easier. It also makes grades more accessible to students and parents. Many parents are responding positively to Jupiter. The only complaint about Jupiter is that some students have been having trouble logging into their accounts.

Dr. Porter has said that Tempe Prep is planning on keeping Jupiter, and he is confident that Paideia will continue to be used. He says that the school year overall has gone very well and that these changes have been a good thing for Tempe Prep.