PVPUSD welcome Aeries

When students received their registration packet for the 2012-2013 school year, something was different. In addition to the standard paperwork, there were enclosed instructions regarding how to launch the new Aeries system, which would also put an end to Edline as the primary method of web communication.

Edline has been the primary source of communication for years. With the switch to Aeries software, however, the district is breaking the tradition in order to build one unified system.

“The Aeries portal will be best in the long run as a central location for all,” Associate Principal Micah Farrell said.

At the end of the 2011- 2012 school year, teachers were informed of the switch to Aeries. In order to prepare for the new school year, teachers were offered training during the summer.

Despite the attempts at a smooth transition, there are complications with the system. Teachers are still having trouble with simple things, like grade inputs.

“I went to the training, but my username was not working for me,” teacher Peggy Hescox said.  “I did not end up learning a lot because of my unusual circumstance.”

The transition to Aeries is a challenge for many students although most are willing to learn the new system.

“I understand that Aeries is supposed to make things more efficient on campus, but it is still confusing at the moment,” freshman Sarah Memon said.  “Once the glitches are cleared up, I think the new system will be very effective.”