https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston This page is In memoriam of our friend Jeffrey Alston, a longtime teacher, mentor and ally to the staff and students of Juan Morel Campos Secondary School. We ask you to post a message of thanks to Mr. Alston or a fond memory. The memories and messages that you post here will live on to keep Jeff's spirit alive. Please post with your name. Thank you en-us 2020-04-12 23:28:22 UTC 2025-10-13 19:05:30 UTC hello@padlet.com techhelp1 https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/503847305 I was lucky enough to work with Mr. Alston for 6 years. He was kind, supportive, patient, funny, joyous, tough, and faithful. Jeff made an effort to get to know every student. He wanted them to know that he trusted them and that they could do anything. It was nice that he did the same thing for me. He believed in me and encouraged me to be positive at times when I had doubts. I learned so much from him about how to fix things, how to be a teacher, and maybe even how to be an ok person. Mr. Alston was so much a part of the fabric of Campos and his spirit has carried so many young people into a prosperous and hopeful future. I hope that they know how much he believed in them. I hope that they know that he always came back to work with them because he loved Campos. We are greater because of what he did for us, but we are poorer without his presence, his faith, his hope and his wonderful laugh. We will forge on, remembering his lessons, holding fast to our Campos family, and telling stories about our friend who believed in us. Thanks a lot Mr. Alston ]]> 2020-04-12 23:36:33 UTC https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/503847305 https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/507363732 i worked with Jeff for 10 years... he was a gentle giant and a gentleman.  When i started at Campos we were both deans... we were colleagues and we became friends.  I stopped by his room to talk almost every day i worked at Campos.. for those ten years.  We would talk about all of the crazy changes in our school.. all of the crazy kids... all of the crazy administrators... but mostly we would talk sports... we were both fans of the Dallas Cowboys and we would always talk about how “we’d get em next year”.  You didn’t need a rubric from the department of education to know Alston was  a good teacher... you could see it when he was absent...   when Alston was out we would have to pay close attention to his room because the kids didn’t listen to anybody quite the same way they’d listen to him. The kids would act out because they were lost without him...  and that’s kind of how it feels now... He made the world a better place... and we’re all a little lost without him.  I’ll miss you “my man” Alston..  ]]> 2020-04-14 21:49:48 UTC https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/507363732 https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/507411853 G. Hernandez

I had the pleasure of working with Jeffrey Alston for 3 years. He was one of the sweetest,  kindest and compassionate teachers at 71. Jeffrey was a big teddy bear, a gentle giant. He was always willing to lend a helping hand. He loved his students and was an awesome colleague. His love for 🤬 was ever present, he was a man of 🤬 and I am confident that he is in a better place. He will be missed. Rest easy Alston, thank you for all you did for 71]]> 2020-04-14 22:42:47 UTC https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/507411853 tbrookins https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/507474556 T. Brookins                                    
I have had the privilege of working with Jeff Alston for fourteen years. In those fourteen years, I only saw Jeff get angry once. It just wasn't in his nature to be mad. No matter what came Jeff's way, he knew how to roll with it.  He always seemed to see things for what they were and rose above pettiness. He was unflappable. You could count on Jeff to be a calm presence no matter the pressure or circumstance. That quality is certainly one of the many things that I will miss about Jeff.
He was also a great confidant.  You knew that you could share anything with Jeff and that's where it stayed.  He didn't gossip or get caught up in work place politics, because he was better than that. 
Jeff was a role model to many. I know that there are a large number of students who are forever changed because of the impact he had in their lives. Whether he introduced them to technology, corrected their behavior, helped them believe in themselves, leant a sympathetic ear, gave them encouragement, served as an inspiration or took the time to care---he will always be remembered by those students and he will always be remembered by his Campos family.

]]> 2020-04-14 23:59:32 UTC https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/507474556 https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/507591670 K. Miller

When I started teaching fourteen odd years ago, Jeff--a dean at the time--was a constant fixture, aid and confidant in my class. He helped to give me a foundation to try and understand what was happening in my class. Over the years our relationship grew and I became a trough colleague and often times co-conspirator. Jeff had a wonderful sense of humor, great taste in music and immeasurably loved his job and most important, his students. He was quick to lend an ear and often chose not to give advice but to guide you to your decisions. He was a man that lived by scripture and his sense of being came from his faith. I have witnessed first hand his affect on students and the familial love they held for him: anger, resent, then acceptance and adoration.I am a better teacher and man for having known Jeff and his best quality, his ability to just let you know he was there and he was listening and somehow you knew he cared, remains. You're gone, not forgotten. You're still here. Your presence remains.]]> 2020-04-15 02:11:59 UTC https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/507591670 https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/507640706 Miller
Still cannot believe that you are gone, the way you lived and gave of yourself to all...you did not deserve to leave this world so soon.  You knew friends from 49 and they never forgot you.  You had much more to do in this life and I hope that as we continue on...may we make you proud.

Rest easy genetle giant....you will never be forgotten.]]> 2020-04-15 03:10:44 UTC https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/507640706 https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/508940193 For as long as I can remember working at 71 (since I was 26) this man has been a pool of peace in the chaos of what we call our professional lives.  Peaceful and steady, Alston was always the rational, calm, sarcastic, witty and downright loving voice of reason. Even when he had every right to be ruffled- He was unflappable. He gave children a sense of calm and peace, and I’m not sure what more you can ask of than that, when some have NEVER known that. He was THAT. You can’t put a price on that. Know that you are loved and remembered so fondly in your life, what you contributed to this world was more than you’ll ever know Jeff. You will be remembered fondly and lovingly above all. A highly effective teacher if there ever was one. ..]]> 2020-04-15 16:39:24 UTC https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/508940193 https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/509027829 Mr.Alston was loved by all of our students.  He had that “thing” that you can’t teach someone. When I told my own children that Mr. Alston passed they were so upset. They also loved him! Mr. Alston May you Rest In Peace🙏🏼.]]> 2020-04-15 17:16:24 UTC https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/509027829 https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/509138652 It’s been almost ten years since I worked at Campos, but for the four years that I was there,  I remember Jeffrey as a kind, caring, steady, and fair man who always had the kids best interests at heart. I’m so sorry to hear of his passing. He is gone too soon, but I hope you can find solace in the countless lives he’s touched over the years, and all the good he has done for so many students and colleagues.  ❤️, Sheena Batchelor - Koroveshi]]> 2020-04-15 18:09:30 UTC https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/509138652 https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/509416537 I would always enjoy our deep and meaningful conversations on a variety of topics,  from sports to work to politics.  Your fellow teachers loved and respected you and so did the students that you mentored.   We will miss you, Friend. Rest in peace.  ]]> 2020-04-15 20:50:38 UTC https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/509416537 https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/511422812 Alston was a great teacher. He would always make his class entertaining. I first had class with him when I was in the 7th grade. Then I had him again in my junior year. He has seen me grown into the young woman I am today. Alston would always be in the hallways telling students to go to class and always making jokes with everyone. He also would always check up on me and had high hopes for me. He would give me advice on dreaming bigger.  He was such a great person inside and out and it’s super sad to hear that such a good soul would no longer be with us. 

Love, Arisleidy ]]> 2020-04-16 18:42:15 UTC https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/511422812 https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/511875247 I used to love walking into Alston's computer class and seeing 30+ kids paying attention and doing the work that he told them to do. He always let me pull students out of his class whenever I needed
 Any time I needed something fixed him and Brian were the go to. I know Mr. Alston and Brian are together up there fixing stuff.  ]]> 2020-04-17 00:53:35 UTC https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/511875247 ccarter2303 https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/514536498 Rip Mr.Alstson  no words can explain the pain that i am feeling I so lost I never expected you to be gone so soon.I loved having you as my teacher for those three years  you bought so much happiness into my life when I was down you always knew something was wrong and you would come and ask me what happened and I will always tell you . I love your greate personality ain't nothing in this world can change the personality you have . I remember when Everytime I would see you walking down the hall I would run up to you saying Alston I see you... And u would turn around and be like oh my Lord laughing at me, me and you was so close to each other and when I emailed you to check up on you April 7 and I never got a response I had a feeling something wasn't right but I said to my self he's probably busy because you always respond back to me fast but then I found out you was gone I'm going to forever love you and Cherish our memories even with the team and Deepak up to this day I still don't want to accept that your gone Alston I still look for a response but I know it won't ever come. Alston I would always make you proud and be successful and tell people how a wonderful teacher you was I love you Alston can't nobody or nothing can make my love for you go away fly high my beautiful angel .

  Love Crecida ]]> 2020-04-18 17:02:32 UTC https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/514536498 https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/514758145 Mr. Alston I hope you’re at peace. Thank you for being one of the reasons that my years at JMC were memorable, as much as you bothered me, I bothered you right back but then I would run because you were a little scary! You were so kind and genuine, you truly cared for your students and loved what you did and that truly showed to all whom met you.  You gave all of us your tough love, you treated us more than just students and you were more than just a teacher to us. Rest in Paradise ❤️ Jeffrey Alston 🙏🏽]]> 2020-04-18 21:54:43 UTC https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/514758145 https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/520106312 Alston was a funny, kind, and compassionate man.  He was a dear friend and brother that I could go to for words of wisdom as a newlywed and support for as a teacher.  To watch him interact with middle and high school students was a marvel to see.  Some students required tough love and some required extra attention, but all received compassion from him.  He understood the hardships some students dealt with and was a source of encouragement for them.  As a colleague, you could always ask him for help.  Often times, he would come by my classroom and say his usual, "You okay? Is everything working?" 
I'm going to miss his thoughtfulness, his laughter, wisdom, and friendship. 
It was an honor to work with him.

Willibert]]> 2020-04-21 12:40:48 UTC https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/520106312 https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/521974376 It wasn’t that long ago when you welcomed me into the JMC family and  I felt like New York was too big for me. Then you offered a hand in situating me in my first class in a new community, school and city. Thank you for being so kind especially when my mom first visited New York City and you made it feel like home. You will be leaving an empty space that was full of bumping music in the bright morning and keeping students on their toes if they weren’t on the right website. Miss you already.]]> 2020-04-22 05:13:14 UTC https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/521974376 https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/522722229 When I first started at Juan Morel, Mr. Alston was one of the first educators to greet me with kind and welcoming words. He would always talk to me during meetings and made sure to say hello everyday since then. He was truly a nice man and a good to everyone. Colleagues such as Mr. Alston made me realize just how much  your school community can feel like family. Although he never knew it, his simple   “Good mornings” or “how are you doing today?” taught me that sometimes a simple gesture goes a long way. You will be missed dearly Alston, may you R.I.P🙏🏽

McIntyre ]]> 2020-04-22 11:29:42 UTC https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/522722229 https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/522726983 Jennifer Valentin]]> 2020-04-22 11:32:12 UTC https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/522726983 https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/522851464 Dorothy Gaffney 
or as he always called me - Ms. Daffney

]]> 2020-04-22 12:36:30 UTC https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/522851464 https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/523252136 Stephens

'Tears are words the heart can't say"

I have had the experience of working with Alston for 15 years. During which I have seen him master many roles from dean, math teacher and tech teacher. Alston was not just a teacher. He was a mentor, father figure, and motivator  that brought calm and peace to students who were going through turbulent times. I will surely miss seeing the kids run up to him to play fight with him, and just to say hello to him. I will miss him in the hallways saying " why are you late, get out the halls". He was a gentle soul who believed in his students and loved what he did. In all my years working with him, I have never seen him get loud or angry with his students or a colleagues. He  was always willing to help, to listen, to motivate both colleagues and students. Campos have lost a great one. I will remember and value the lessons learned from you. Rest in power my brother.

Camille Stephens]]> 2020-04-22 14:55:23 UTC https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/523252136 https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/523256718 Alston was willing to help whenever and wherever needed.  He was a fixture of calm.    He is loved and will be missed.]]> 2020-04-22 14:56:52 UTC https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/523256718 https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/523932285  -- J. Rosenbaum]]> 2020-04-22 18:53:30 UTC https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/523932285 aduarte9 https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/524019778 We will miss you.
Duarte. ]]> 2020-04-22 19:29:37 UTC https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/524019778 https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/526235329 He taught me how to be confident which welcomed me to so many friends- RIP ❤ Mr. Alston ]]> 2020-04-23 16:10:37 UTC https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/526235329 https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/526480022 when i first met him he was a great guy and he was friendly and me and him were always chill 
i at time's visit his classroom in the morning and we talk about thing's and i was happy to talk with him
thank you for serving this school Mr Alston
-jose]]> 2020-04-23 17:37:25 UTC https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/526480022 https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/527352859 -Anderson ]]> 2020-04-24 03:26:31 UTC https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/527352859 https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/528877264 Ms. Pena]]> 2020-04-24 16:52:36 UTC https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/528877264 https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/529622286 Mr.Alston I was only privileged of your presence for a short time , but you surely left your impression. I too remember joking with you about only eating ginger ales because I would see him come for his can daily , but never saw him with food. I’d see him in the hallways during change of classes and he was always nice . The kids loved him! May he Rest In Peace .
Ms.Santiago ]]> 2020-04-25 05:13:00 UTC https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/529622286 https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/533565120 aunque no t conocí , solo por amar a mi prima t admiro ,, prima él está bien ya no sufre ,, no es fácil pero nuestro Dios t dará la fortaleza 
Dtb 💋🇵🇷]]> 2020-04-27 14:04:30 UTC https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/533565120 https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/533723708 Me and my baby boy gonna miss you thank you for teaching his 🤬 math cause you save him me putting my foot in his 🤬!  Your a good guy thank you for starting from the bottom with us. Do me a favor give god a shout out for me:) have fun in heaven party like it’s 1999! Cookie gang ]]> 2020-04-27 14:49:42 UTC https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/533723708 https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/534000297 He would always come over to my house with Titi Liza and I remember how he and my dad would always love to watch sports. The joyous looks something so small had the power to invoke. I hope he’s like that now. ]]> 2020-04-27 16:11:17 UTC https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/534000297 https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/534065602 I met  Mr and Mrs  Alston  in our house of worship  on Englewood  NJ.  The years  that I knew him,  Jeff  was a quiet man and very  cordial and respectful. He was quiet at the breakfast  table , but at times he would  burst in laughter  from hearing a funny conversation.  I admired the love and respect  he had for  his wife  Anna. They both had a very closed  nit marriage.  They worked together, worship together  an took care of each other. Often Anna and I went shopping  and Jeff  would call  to  check up on her. One time I said to him,  " we are  shopping  and Anna is spending  all your money"  of course  in humor!!  We would just chuckled!! 
His  smile and kindness will be missed!!  
RIP big Jeff.  You are in a better  place. 
Connie Hernandez. ]]> 2020-04-27 16:32:15 UTC https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/534065602 https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/535110036 A man of faith.. Jeff. 
No matter what situation is, I believe he always looked at God directly. There is time to escape from. This is the time. But we believe in God's goodness even when we don't understand. This was His time, blessing time, and eternal victory. Please God, give Your true peace upon his wife, Ana and family. Grace and Peace. 
Rev. Hak Kim]]> 2020-04-28 02:29:20 UTC https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/535110036 https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/535120223 I'm still in disbelief that you have moved on. No words can describe how deeply saddened we are. When we would get together you were always jovial and endearing. Hearing your laughter always filled the room so much joy. I loved how you interacted with the kids. I could see in their eyes how much they loved your company and always admired who you were. Always the gentleman, family man, man of respect and a very loving husband. 

I will miss you Jeff. God bless and look over us. Until we meet again. 

Jerry Caicedo]]> 2020-04-28 02:35:38 UTC https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/535120223 ccarter2303 https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/544619014 Dear Alston only if you can hear and read this . message from heaven to understand the pain I carry everyday knowing your gone . Everyday I sit at home or even when I'm outside and you pop up in my head and I ask my self I wonder how you feel knowing that you can't physically see your loved ones or me anymore and ask my self I wonder what your doing in heaven . I still look at your photos for comfort and memory but my smile turns into tears Everytime I sit hear and look into your eyes and say how a wonderful soul you was I want my pain to heal but it's gonna take a long time before I can be myself again and I know you wouldn't want me to be sitting here miserable but I am knowing that I can't see you anymore  I wish you can just come back to me but I know it won't happen and I wish I could here your last goodbye but I know from heaven your saying goodbye to me and wishing me many happiness. I really can't stop crying over you Alston  I wish I knew your gravesite so I can just come every day and sit and talk to you but hopefully soon that can happen one day 🙏 I really appreciate everything you did for me and I appreciate all the love you showed  me I will always love you Alston I swear I wish I can see you again and talk and laugh I hurt so much knowing your gone 😢💔 I love you for ever and beyond soon im starting college at BMCC and I'mma struggle at some point but I won't give up because I'm doing this for your and will always make you proud from heaven I love you so muchhhhh 💖 RiP Mr Alston

Love forever Crecida ]]> 2020-05-01 18:08:09 UTC https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/544619014 https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/547781409 Mr. Alston was passionate about what he does. He was a brilliant teacher, mentor, a friend; there is no doubt that we loss an amazing soul. He will always  remembered for being an wonderful man by family,friends, colleagues and students. Let's all honor his life and legacy. Rest in paradise ]]> 2020-05-03 23:42:12 UTC https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/547781409 https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/548967031 I still can not wrap it around my head that I can’t go see you anymore. Have another conversation with you. Dang Alston I never knew the hurt of losing someone close, and I found out with you. It’s surreal, I know it’s surreal for many. As much as a knuckle head I could’ve been you definitely never gave up on pushing me to do better. As I write to this so many thoughts and memories just come pouring in. You didn’t deserve to go out so soon.... I’ll forever be grateful for your teachings, your guidance, for being there, and most of all being a part of my life. Alston you’ll forever be in my heart and the hearts of many others. REST IN PEACE ALSTON 🤍
-A.M.R ]]> 2020-05-04 11:33:36 UTC https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/548967031 https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/575640547 Peace to you Jeff and your family. Our friendship was shortlived but nonetheless genuine. Your a beautiful spirit. Since the first day meeting you and Ana it was always positive vibes, talking about cars and just cracking jokes, to think I almost didnt take my job which means we would of all probably never met so blessings to that. You and Ana would always be so kind to me. You were one the reasons I liked going to Jersey and you still owe me a BBQ brother lol. I'm really happy and humbled to have met you and will always keep you in my memory. One love . Tau Nangila]]> 2020-05-15 17:12:07 UTC https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/575640547 https://padlet.com/techhelp1/forjeffalston/wish/632024696 I'm not sure why it took so long to write this. I know it is because I didn't want to face it. You left at a time when I felt I was losing so much, so many. Alston, whenever I needed help you were there. Even when you had to help over the phone. You helped us all equally, teachers, students, custodians, even my children.  I know you are in heaven and free from pain. I know God is holding you and letting you watch over us. I know that the pain will pass, and the tributes will never end. I know you were a great man. You were always giving to our students. Willing to guide them into adulthood. You knew and trusted God and will forever be missed. You were a giant in size and character.  Thank you for encouraging me to pray. Thank you for showing me that sometimes we are stronger when we are quiet. 
Thank You for always being you.
Zulema Jones-Enoe

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