Journalism is more than a class. It is more like a life skill; one that’s knowledge can be used in a job and in everyday life. More important, some may argue, is the face behind the lesson. For Triton goers, this person is Mr. James Allen. He taught English classes as well as journalism classes at Triton for 10 years before being offered a job at another school nearby: Whittier Tech. located in Haverhill, Massachusetts.

While seeing Allen off at the end of the year may be bittersweet for some, others – especially underclassmen – may be concerned for what next year brings. Will there be a new teacher? Will they cut Journalism altogether? Fear not, because a well-known teacher has volunteered to take the reins.

Ms. Sandra Jones said she’s very excited to have been picked for the new position, and that she promises to keep the class entertaining.

“I was so excited to find out they gave me the position that I started introducing myself as ‘“This Just In” Jones’,” states Jones. “I can’t wait to work their fingers to the bone… hey get those snake out of your ears!”

Allen plans to leave for Whittier as soon as possible in order to accommodate for his next 45 years of teaching. Jones will be preparing for her new role at Triton by sitting in on each class until the end of the year. On behalf of the Triton Voice staff writers, we wish him the best at his new job and hope that Jones will share her wisdom for many years to come!