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It's those moments of laughter and sharing that Belen students will remember in the 7 years to come.
Through sports feelings of teamwork discipline and friendship make Beier students learn to overcome and go that extra step ...
Special events arouse school spirit, bolster school unity and encourage student participation . Dances, Tom bola, Homecoming, Close-ups, Fairs and specie trips keep Belen students involved and coming events.
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1. Mr. Roberto Hernandez and Mr Frank Pichardo during one of the open patio Belen masses.
2. Mr. Charles Diaz and Mrs. Silvia Delgado discuss current educational trends.
3 Mr. Eddy Blanco, Mr. Brian Wentzel, and Ms. Josefina s;:hirino socialize during a pep rally.
4. Mr. Leo Ramos prepares his next U S. History class.
It is only appropriate during one of the most successful Homecoming Weeks ever, that the football team should be successful as well. Their 6-0 triumph was a fitting finale. Other successes included Hat Day and the day where students got the opportunity to violate the school dress code.
The great spirit of the Pep Rally must have had an inspirational effect on the triumphant Wolverines.
The week came to a climactic close with the sounds of Scaramanja at one of the loveliest homecoming dances ever .
The SENIOR SKIT was undoubtedly one of Homecoming Week's main highlights. The story revolved around a core of evil villains, the Leave Belen Organization (L.B.O.), who set out to DESTROY school spirit. Fortunately, the administration called on the unstoppable SPIRITBOOSTERS who saved the day. In the climactic concert scene, the
L.B O. is finally defeated and spirit and pride prevail. By the time the entire cast assembled on stage to perform the rousing number "Shout", the audience was on its feet. The great success of the skit was due to the devoted efforts of the Seniors, Philip Dembowski, Brian Wentzel, and Sigrid Bango.
Once again Belen's Tombola was uccessful in achieving all its goals. rough the fair's rides, the elicious food and the traditional omeroom uKiosko" we were able o overcome all obstacles and make he festival the best one in Belen's istory.
eople came from all different hools, families and different ackgrounds to enjoy Belen's amily atmosphere. Traditional eelings were found on the
Belen grounds through the Cuban food sold at the cafeteria, the fun and exciting games offered by different homerooms, and finally those who like to gamble- had the strip of ''Las Vegas" to seek adventure.
Besides the traditional, Belen brought back again the rides for everyone, young and old, to enjoy the thrills and twirls.
This year Tombola tickets boosted
off the Tombola season by bringing enthusiasm to all students. Belen was able to meet its goal. Belen again this year offered the car as the main winning prize and this year it was a Mazda 626.
Echoes would like to extend final thanks to the faculty, administration, student body and families whose combining efforts made everything possible for the success of the Tombola of 1985.
1. Who ate all the hamburgers?
2. What's cookin?
3. Three's a crowd
4. Member of the Belen Vice
5 Future Belenites
The Science Fair at Belen mainly provides the means of challenging students to achieve their goals, and then be recognized and rewarded for their achievements.
The fair fosters the use of the scientific method and motivates students to produce. It serves to introduce students to organized research, the fundamental
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understanding of the facts techniques involved, and t< courage those seeking a scie : career.
Michael Alvares
Pedro Freyre
Alex Garcia
Ariel Garcia
Michael Gomez
Eduardo Gross
Irving Padron
Aurelio Salas
uRichard Santa Maria
Fernando De Zarraga
Gian Zumpano
1. First place winners of the Science Fair. 2 Senior Xavier Briggs seems anxious to find out the results of this Science Fair experiment. 3. George Barquin listens attentively to freshman's explanation of electroplating.
"Me> leo" Menhon : Alt•is Abrii"Cubo y hru". Javaor Jtononor "EE Encieno" , Cabnel Neyra "Tobl"
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lOth Gradt fint P!Kt ltraol Salaborrla " Playa do Yanodtro " S«ond Place. Rolando Diu "Sitnboloo Naaon.ln" Thtrd P!Kt Rolando GOmez "TradlcioftftCubonu" YOUTH FA lilt ENTaiES: Javier Canto "Una aldol maya" !FIRST Pl-ACE AND SPECIALAWAilD-OCYF) · Poruat¥0" (FIRST PLACE AND SPECIAL "EI Mom> do SanJuan"
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HONORABLE MEi!JION : Javior "Una e•traiut "Bajololu•d•la n«ho"(l THIRD PLACE: Emilio Macari> "La Nocho" Crnpo '"Nuncaubooon f'J& loW Alvaroz "El HUMOR como terapia" (II UTtRAltY CONTEST
SPANISH LITERARY AWARD FATHER FELIPE ARROYO. S J AWAilD l.a4·115 ENRIQUE QUINTERO FAIR AWARDS SPANISH"S" CREATIVE WRITING FIRST PLACE AND SPECIAL AWARD: 5 FIRST PLACE 22 SECOND PLACE: 55. THIRD PLACE.
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•th Grade. Firot Pta« Manuel Annao "Patio Camagueyarao" Second PJ Mi<hatl COew& "Fach.oda Sf'YIIIana" eah.u" (SECOND PLACE. DCYFI
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YOUTH FAIRI!NTIUES: Javie<C...to "Una alclta maya" (FIRST PLACE AND SPECIALAWAIID-DCYFI • PeruaJ\110" (FIRST PLACE AND SPECIAL "EI Morro de San Juan"
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7th C,_.: POETitY·FIIST PLACE: Ciurlf<'INndtz CatOn "Mlo abueloa" 8th Grad<' POETRY·FIRST PLACE. R*rt SIWez.COJneaafta "l.ooirbolft'.
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SECOND PLACE: And...,.Jilll.ntZ Sur" --una tnb ..'l;::!•rlauez "loJO laluzdela noche" <• THIRD PLACE: Eatillo M-ao "La NO<ht" .... t Crtapo"Nuncoaabnen JoW Alvarez "EL HUMOR como tenpia" (# LITEIAKY CONTEST
Octavio Martinez
:>peutng oeet;, uneret;reu ndpp) that their children remember theit uroots" and posters, slogans and projech all form part of the annual, successful Language Fair.
Limousines, music, and even a helicopter were all elements of pep rallies which have been acclaimed as the best ever. The Student Council must be commended for their precise planning and organization. Teams came out of pep rallies fired up and this gave them an extra edge in defeating opponents. Congratulations to the entire Wolverine Community for showing their Belen Pride!
1. Seniors leading the cheers.
2 Em does his "Beat Street" act as Waldo.
3 The Wolverines go wild!
4. Coco, what sexy legs you have
5. Limo service delivers co-star of pep rally, Waldina.
6 . A team of winning Wolverines.
7. A heated love affair!
This year's Sophomore Prom was held at the luxurious Sheraton Bal Harbor Hotel in Miami Beach. The sophomores danced all night long to the sounds of "Scaramanja". Along with the
students came their beautiful dates. At the prom a fantastic dinner was served which included Chicken Kiev. Overall the prom was one of the best in Belen's history.
1. The new Humphrey Bogart?
2. I have to be horne early
3 . Enthusiasm at its best?
4 Alex has a great time
5. Sagui where did you get the shoes? I.
With the coming of the new school year, a promise was made by Belen's Student Council. This promise was for more dances, better dances, and a bigger variety of dances. By the end of the school year everyone could agree that they experienced the best dances Belen has ever had.
With new ideas such as a Video Dance, and a Ma querade Ball, the Belen crowd enjoyed a greater varie · of dances. To compliment these new forms of dance Belen kept their traditional ones, with a live band ar OJ playing in everyone. This year Belen also had ; Posed a major popband perform in the center pat while students danced the night away.
1. Leader of the pack
2. Don't watch that, watch this!
3 This is hard work!
4 . When do w e get a break?
This year, as for the past four years, Belen students and alumni traveled to Santo Domingo. These students, joined by teen-agers of the Sts. Peter and Paul Youth Group, went to La Ceo jita to volunteer their free time for a couple of weeks. Father Eduardo Alvarez and Josefina Chirino took the students in order for them to help construct a school for the children of the small town. For all, the trip was a very rewarding and enriching experience, full of hard work and dedication, but caring and affection as well. As Coco Argamasilla puts it, "it is one of those experiences that a person can not forget, ever!!"
A first time entrant, Belen became the first Catholic school ever to place in the top four of the Social Studies knowledge Bowl sponsored by Dade County Public Schools. Finishing second, Belen defeated teams from Southridge, Coral Gables, Coral Park, Palmetto, and Killian High Schools. Pictured are team members Pablo Hernandez - Villalon, Alberto Xiques, Juan Ros, Xavier Briggs, Ignacio Duarte, and Luis Clemens, and teacher Patrick Collins.
Belen again participated ii University of Miami county-wide contest know "Enterprise The c< consists of morning lecture Business Administration, foll by an afternoon test to see scores the highest The partici (left) were Tony Castro, Luis quez, Andres de Armas, and Lynch, with teacher Patrick Col
This year, as for the past four years, Belen students and alumni traveled to Santo Domingo. These students, joined by teen-agers of the Sts. Peter and Paul Youth Group, went to LaCeo jita to volunteer their free time for a couple of weeks. Father Eduardo Alvarez and Josefina Chirino took the students in order for them to help construct a school for the children of the small town. For all, the trip was a very rewarding and enriching experience, full of hard work and dedication, but caring and . affection as well. As Coco Argamasilla puts it, "it is one of those experiences that a person can not forget, ever!!"
A first time entrant, Belen became the first Catholic school ever to place in the top four of the Social Studies knowledge Bowl sponsored by Dade County Public Schools. Finishing second, Belen defeated teams from Southridge, Coral Gables, Coral Park, Palmetto, and Killian High Schools. Pictured are team members Pablo Hernandez - Villalon, Alberto Xiques, Juan Ros, Xavier Briggs, Ignacio Duarte, and Luis Clemens, and teacher Patrick Collins.
Belen again participated ir University of Miami sponE county-wide contest know : "Enterprise Miami." The c< consists of morning lecture Business Administration, foll by an afternoon test to see scores the highest. The partici (left) were Tony Castro, Luis quez, Andres de Armas, and Lynch, with teacher Patrick Col
On January 25, 1985 the Bele Chapel received its beautiful ne' Tabernacle in a liturgical ceremon presided over by the Most Reveren Edward A. McCarthy, Archbishop c Miami and Father Marcelino Garci< S.J. President of Belen Jesuit Pre School. The tabernacle is one of th many donations proferred by Pre fessor and sculptor Manuel Ca1 bonell. It is made of hammered metal and represents a sepulchn The interior symbolizes the Resu1 rection. On opening a door a ligh goes on. In that light we see resurrected. Covering the inside wa l We see Christ and the twelv apostles. All the figures an laminated in gold and fire treated
1. The beautiful donation of Mr. Carbonell. 2. Archbishop McCarthy blesses the ne\ tabernacle with Father Garcia assisting . 3. Father Juan Dorta-Duque S J. Head of th Alumni Association and Mr. Carbonel the renowned Cuban sculptor ant generous of the Belen Chapel's alta1 crucifix, tabernacle, and candelabra.
Every year Student Day brings fun together with athletic ability. The Student Council prepares a day of intramural activity where basketball, relays, "Barq-ball", and other assorted activities rule the day .
Also included are a movie and a free lunch for the students. The Faculty supervises and lends a hand to make sure that everyone has fun and everything runs smoothly. Student Day sure beats lectures and quizzes.
1. Franzie can do it all by himself.
2. Seniors get ready for Tug-of-War.
3. Now Look, you follow the rules, or you'll be descalificado!
4. Juniors do it better.
5. How many events have we won?
1. Mr.Rodriguez, and Raul Cardona, carefully tabulate res on Field Day.
2. What a hot potato!
3. I'm ready to score
4. Has anybody seen the tennis team?
5. I'm gonna get there first.
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The second annual Belen Theatre Night was conducted on Friday, May 3 Four plays were presented by the members of the Spanish Club: "La Opinion," "Las Bicicletas," "La lnspiracion," and "Eloisa Esta Debajo De Un Almen dro " The first half of the night (first two plays) was the "experimental part," since both plays were of a more serious nature The second half was the "comedy part" because the last two plays were very funny.
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On Saturday March 16th the first lecture was presented by the eminent Cuban historian Dr. Herminia Portell Vila. Histopic was Carlos Manuel de Cespedes During the same month Dr. Raul Shelton professor at St. Thomas University spoke about Presidentes de Cuba en Armas. The figure of President Tomas Estrada Palma was analyzed by the celebrated Dr. Carlos Marquez Sterling.
During the month of April Dr. Luis Gomez Dominguez spoke about the presidency of Jose Miguel gomez and Dr. Victor Vega Ceballos spoke about Prsident Maria Gomez Menocal.
The month of May finalized the lecture series with conferences given on President Gerardo Machado by Mr. Armando Alejandre and President Alfredo Zayas analyzed by our own library director,
Dr. Guillermo Jorge Dr .Nestor Carbonell roundec out the series by speakinl about President Alfred< Zayas.
A special commendatiOI should go to Dr. Jose' Ignacic Rasco, for his excellent wor] as coordinator of the series. All conferences open to the public, gratuitou: and much applauded as can seen by their excellen attendance.
Dr. Marquez addresses the audience. Behil:'d him are Dr Luis Gomez Dominquez, Eng Armando AleJandre; Dr. Raul Shelton, Dr. Guillermo Jorge, Dr. Jose Ignacio Rasco, Fr Marcelino Garcia, S.J. and Dr. Victor Vega Ceballos.
El Patronato Ramon Guiteras Intercultural Center es un stitucion consagrada a promover basicamente los culturales de Cuba, Latino-america y los Estados Unid Patronat se halla adscrito a Ia Biblioteca Ramon Gui Memorial Library del Colegio de Belen Dicha Bibliotec creada porIa familia Guiteras en Matanzas A Ia implanta del regimen comunista, Ia familia Guiteras decidio no tinuar ayudando economicante a traves de Ia Funda creada a tales efectos, por temor a las confiscaciones Posteriormente se tomo Ia decision - avo JUdJoalmente por los tribunales norteamericanos establecer Ia Biblioteca en Miami y traspasar a ella tod fondos y provenientes del Trust instituido y anexara a1 Coleg10 de Belen, siempre que siguiera teni« una funcion de caracter publico por deseo espreso de do nantes
Asi Ia Biblioteca Guiteras ha cumplido una laudable labq servicio comunitario y bilingue Cuenta con una de las jores colecciones de libros cuba nos, de todas las epocas, er Estados Umdos. Amen de sus magnificos Jibros en y otros idiomas, de utilidad para profes( estud1antes y lectores de formac10n media y universitaria. El Patronato se propone coadyuvar a Ia Biblioteca en su cion de extension cultural de toda el a.rea, como centro dt vestigacion, difusion y documentacion a fin de que mayor utilidad para los factores culturales del gran Miami mayor conocimiento y relaciones entre ambos estilos de 1 esfundamental para enriquecer el caracter intercultural esta capital de las Americas El Patronato desarrolla todo tipo de actividades cultu f) sus seminarios, espi de hbros y pmturas, pubhcac10nes y cualquier ot ICtahva acorde con sus fines El Patronato quiere mante u!la :'lmplia hacia .todas las etnias y culturas, dJ.SCnmmacJOn de mngun tipo m polarizaciones negati den tro de un espiritu de verdadera fratemidad y libertad Rec1entemente el Patronato ha constituido - con Ia colabi cion valiosas personalidades - una nueva corporacio lucrahva EDITORIAL CUBANA, para publicar y difu obras clas1cas de Ia Cultura Nacional. Una idea originalmente por el inolvidable maestro Dr Juan J Rem
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To live is to move on, to go forward, to look the future, to make projections, to program ahec: So far, what we are and what we have is good, b it could be better. Jesuit spirituality does not cea when a goal is reached. Jesuit spirituality is likE restless boy, jumping to and fro, like a bird glidi: from one branch to another, always looking ahe and not contemplating what we have acco J plished, but looking ahead at the things placed front of us and striving forward, AND WHJ MIGHT OUR DIRECTION BE?
To maximize the importance and the role religion in the lives of our students, their pare1 and the members of the Belen community. To i crease our relationship as a big family. To rna the new sixth grade a real part of, a real first st in Junior High. To continue the efforts towat the continuous growth of our sports facilities, a to consolidate our attainments thus far.
The main criterion of Jesuit spirituality is tl God is alive and He is with us, in the midst of that lives and grows.
Fr. Marcelino Garcia S.J. President, Belen Jesuit
Mr. Leopolda Nunez, Assistant Principal, Humanities 1, 2
To go one step beyond, to reach out a little further, to go where no man has gone before such is the spirit of man. Discoveries in all fields of human endeavor point to that special attitude that involves faith, self -discipline, knowledge, conviction and makes a man go beyond his limitations to tread new worlds, from the microcosms of the double-helix of DNA to the macrocosms of space travel.
To the class of '85, I say, strive forward as Belen has tried to strive forward from the cardboard facilities of the old school, to this continually growing new campus. Go forth with confidence on who you are and where you want to go. Be true to your convictions and do not allow the pressures of a weak world to dissuade you of your tracks. Be honest men of character and self-discipline, and you will always be able to go one step beyond. "This above all, to thine own self be true and it shall follow as the night the day ... " you will not then be false to any task, to any relationship, to any dream. Class of '85 reach for the stars, they await you!
Mr. Leo Nunez Assistant Principal
Physical Education has always been important, but facilities have been lacking . But Mr. Carlos Barquin, Athletic Director, has changed all this New projects have been in the making such as baseball fields, a swimming pool, a track field, and a gymnasium These will become a reality soon. The Belen Summer Camp is bigger and better this year as well. The new wrestling team, a junior varsity baseball team, and a golf club are also ne w steps towards a complete physical education program. "Life has taught me that the harder I work for something" says Coach Barquin, "the more I can appreciate the results. At Belen nothing comes easy." Thanks to this dedication, the program has gone "one step beyond."
Ela Alvarado Foreil Language,7,8,9,10
Eduardo Alvarez, S Religion Departrne Head, Theology 11, J Campus Ministr Counselor, Christi; Youth Grou Moderator
Lourdes Foreign Language 7 , 9,10
Maura Aspuro Foreil Language 7, 8, 9, 10
Florentino Azcoitia, S.J. Theology 7 Aurelio Baldor Foreign Language Department Head, Spanish Honor Society Moderator, Foreign Language 8, A.P. Spanish 12
This year, according to English Department Head Mrs Sigrid Bango, in trying to stay "one step beyond ," the seventh and eighth grade classes have been divided into groups of no more than ten to twelve students. This has enabled teachers to give closer individual attention to students and to stress more written work. An SRA reading comprehension program has also been added to the lower classmen 's curriculum in order to promote better comprehension. More students than ever have participated in the creative writing areas of the Youth Fair this year, and the Forensics (public speaking), Vincam (newspaper) , Echoes (yearbook) and popular "Senior Skit ," as well as Beta and Jr. Beta Clubs all come under the auspices of English Department moderators. "We already incorporate American, British and World Literature to the curriculum , as well as courses in the History of Art and Music , Philosophy, Speech and Drama, and Journalism," Mrs. Bango added Plans for the future include Honors Classes, smaller remedial classes and more electives in the department, including creative writing and photo-journalism.
Sigrid Bango English Department Head, Comparative World Literature 12, Journalism and Speech 12, Yearbook Moderator Carlos Barquin Athletic Director, Physical Education, Summer Camp Director
Eduardo Blanc Theology 8, Carnp1 Ministry
Irene Bouso Foreig Language 7, 8, 9, 10
Gaston Canten Mathematics 7
Maria E. Cartaya-Wrv, Foreign Language 7, 9, 10
Many new programs and ideas are planned for the future by the Modern Languages Department. Increasing participation in trips, contests, and fairs are characteristic of this year's goals The Language Festival, Noche de Teatro, and Creative Writing contests sponsored by the Dade County Youth Fair are among these events. "We also would like to recognize the student's achievements in different ways through student-of-month awards, special assemblies and so on" says Mr. Aurelio Baldor, Modern Languages Department Chairman. Other events that are a step beyond are possible trips to other countries, for the of developing an interest in Spanish and Latin American events Mr. Baldor states that "we want to make students aware of their heritage and cultural origin, which is really what education is all about."
For many years , the acqUisition of computers was a long term goal. This past year, the computers were finally obtained Consequently, this year the Mathematics Department introduced computers classes into the regular class schedule The students have been working hard to learn more about this newest technology. "I am amazed at how much the students have picked up concerning computer skills," says Mrs Carol Vila, Head of the Mathematics Department. "Kids who have never taken a computer class are designing difficult programs now." New ideas are being introduced, such as new, advanced courses for the upper and lower divisions, just one way Belen is taking "one step beyond."
Josefina Chirino American Literature 10, Theology 11, 12, Campus Ministry, Encounter Coordinator Patrick Collins Social Studies Department Head, U. S. History 10, Government 11, Tennis Head Coach
Silvia Delgado Social Studies 7, 8 Philip Dembowski Twentieth Century History 12, Assistant Football Coach
We have to realize that teaching science is not the simple memorization of concepts and facts, therefore, trying to keep "one step beyond" is following the rational and the important approach that science and (echnology play vital roles in meeting society's needs. The fundamentals of science must be an important component of a student's general education. We try to achieve this goal in a way that the presentation of such goals should enable students to recognize the importance of basic scientific research and the application of scientific concepts to people's lives As Mr. Frank Pichardo, Chairman of the Science Department says, "Our main responsibility is to direct science and technology in such a way as to make the world a better and happier place to live."
Charles Diaz Mathematics 11, 12
Christopher Dreeson English 8, 11, Forensics
Thomas Drexler English 7, 9, Track and Field Head Coach, JV Cross Country Head Coach
Rafael Fernandez Science 7, Life Science Club Moderator
Fernando Fonseca Mathematics 9, 10, Soccer Head Coach
Eduardo Fraga Baseball Head Coach, Physical Education
Gerardo Garcia Theology 9, 11, Campus Ministry Mercedes Garcia Physical Science 8
This was the year of supreme advancement and fresh ideas in the field of Social Studies This year, juniors and seniors again traveled to Washington to participate in the Close-Up program , which attracted more students than ever before The Florida Close-Up program at Tallahassee also included many students from Belen. The juniors worked 7139 hours in campaigns for President Ronald Reagan and Presidential candidate Walter Mondale. As Mr Patrick Collins , head of the Social Studies, stated " One thing is to contribute time into a candidate's campaign, but another is to work 298 full days' worth." These students went one step beyond in contributing helpful man hours." New projects included the University of Miami Enterprise Contest , the Florida International University United Nations Celebration , and the Dade County Knowledge Bowl in which Belen placed in the top four schools of Dade County. The lower grades also participated in trips to the Dade County Courthouse and writing letters to other school students around the world, learning about their culture and their lives. Going one step beyond in the Social Studies Department is a reality at Belen , when so many programs are being offered to our students
Brian
Wentzel Guidance Dept. Head
Adolescence is a traumatic experience for many teenagers. Students have trouble coping with life and they feel the need to turn to drugs or alcohol for help Mr. Brian Wentzel and the Guidance Department are one step beyond this sensitive area of school life Mr Wentzel helps Belen students deal with emotional problems through personal counseling and special programs and activities. A new health class , the Life Management Program, is on the agenda for new programs, as well as new counsellors and a possible change in the academic curriculum of the school. " Another development that is being considered ," adds Mr. Wentzel , "is a SADD (Students Against Drunk Drivers) program Students are finding that artificial substances won ' t help them through life, but loving and car i ng will with the help of the Guidance Department "
Jorge Gonzalez 7 Basketball Head Coa 7 and 8 Baseball Coach, Physical Edu tion, Assistant Footl Coach
Maria Hernand Mathematics 8, l' tional Junior H01 Society Moderator, Jc Club Moderator
Pedro Hernand Biology 10, Physics Microbiology Cl BASES
Roberto Hernanc Social Science 11
Charmaine Icaza English 11, College Counselor, Encounter Coordinator Beatriz Jimenez Foreign Language 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
Oscar Mendez, S.J. Theology 10, Campus Ministry, Counselor
Lourdes MollerGomez English 10, Journalism and Speech 11
Fr. Eddy Alvarez
Prayer is an important part of the student life at Belen and new changes have helped to enhance this idea A new course offered to the juniors and seniors , Christian Leadership, has helped to use skills they have learned to help teens at other schools like Interamerican and El Salvador New weekly prayer services have been introduced every Thursday in the Chapel. "Through them the students learn how to pray individually in a meditative way," comments Fr Eddy Alvarez , Chairman of the Theology Department Visits to convalescent homes with Fr Alvarez, Gerry Garcia, and Edurdo Blanco, all members of the Theology Department, enable them to learn what being a Christian entails.
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Frank Pichardo Scien< Department Heac Chemistry 11, A.I Biology 12, Science Fa Coordinator
Martha Prad< Mathematics 10
Leandro Ramos U.S History 10
Luis Ripoll, S.J Foreign Language 11, Counselor
Michelle Ryan English 7
Enrique San Pedro, S.J
Theology 10, 11, 12
Education doesn't stop after Belen , most graduates go on to college to continue their studies There is such a variety of colleges and universities that seniors and juniors have trouble deciding which to attend That is where the College Counselling Department comes in. Mrs. Charmaine Icaza, college counsellor, has started many new programs and activities to help the upperclassmen and their parents Mrs. Icaza has been involved with Catholic High School Counsellor meetings , the SACAC (Southern Association of College Admissions Counsellors), and the NACAC (National Association of College Admissions Counsellors) Among the activities that Belen has introduced are College Day, where 86 universities attended, the Financial Aid Workshop held for juniors and seniors and their parents, and the Jesuit College Night. One step beyond is important in life and good preparations for college and life afterwards are being introduced here and now
Academics is an integral part of student life at Belen, but the spirituality of a student is just as important. Counselling is a major area in which aids students to grow religiously. Fr Jorge Sardinia, Fr. Oscar Mendez, Fr. Eduardo Alvarez and Fr. Luis Ripoll offer aid to the seventh through twelfth graders through this counseling program. Another activity, the Encounter program, has helped both juniors and seniors in discovering God ilS well as themselves. This three day retreat includes a variety of activities in which Belen students share a tremendous experience along with students from Pace High School. Also, retreats are offered to the underclassmen, keeping all the school one step beyond in religious unity and prayer.
Jose Tey, S.J. World Geography 7, Media Center Director Loudes Togores Foreign Language 7 , 8, 9, 10
Carol Vila Mathematics Department Head, Mathematics 11, A.P. Calculus 12, Computers, National Honor Society Moderator
William Wagener Science 9, Assistant Football Coach
Brian Wentzel Psychology 12, Guidance Director
Patricia Woodward English 9, 11
Although many people are not aware of it, the Belen Alumni Association is alive and very active in the planning of class reunions, masses, lunches, retreats and meetings The association plans get-togethers for 10,15, 20, 25 and 30 year reunions. There is usually a dinner at a restaurant on a Saturday night for alumni and
professors followed by a family day on Sunday at Belen for spouses and children. This includes a mass, lunch and outdoor activities.
The Alumni Association is also active in the planning of Spiritual Exercises at the new retreat house of the Agrupacion Catolica Universitaria. There are also many activities taking
place outside Miami in Bostc New York, Washington a Chicago. To help people ke good communication with ea other Father Dorta Duq1 Head of the Alumni Assoc tion keeps an extensive and t dated file on alumni which : cl udes over 3,200 names.
Espinosa, R. Fernandez, A. Garcia, A. Granda, J. Guanche, F.
Hernandez, G. Herran, J. Hinojosa, N. Lage, G. Lopez, A.
Lopez, J. Lopez-J, J. Lorenzo, J.
Lynch, S. Munoz,A.
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This was the y e ar the Wolverines decided to change things around in football. They finished with an impressive 6-4 record, making it the second winning football season in Belen history
It was a long and hard road to the end of the season, but it was all well worth it. Training for the season was started in January with the spring weight training session. This training
consisted of weight lifting and running and lasted until May. Again in June, the weight training was continued. All players were required to attend three times a week until August Because of these extensive conditioning programs the team was looking bigger and stronger than was anticipated The season opener against Gulliver was as exciting as everyone thought it
would be. It is match up that us end s up in overtime, and this yea no exception The Wolvei defeated them in overtime 7-6 losing to La Salle , we satisfie d hunger for victory by defeating s om (12-10) , Pace (7-6) , and Christian (3-0) The record was 4-1.
Oct.20(5,1turday) PineCrest
Oct.26(Frida ) Coral Shores
ter falling to 4-2, the team traveled to nier to play Coral Shores The team was ·mined to make them their next victim n the game was over the Wolverines had 9 to 6, giving them their fifth victory and 'ing them of a winning season.
e following two games were very disapting. The record dropped to 5-4 after losing 'estminster and Curley The time came to Marathon. It was the homecoming game no one wanted to lose it Throughout the n the key to victory had been a stingy
defense, and this game was no different. The defense posted a shutout, while the offense scored a touchdown for the victory. The team nobody thought could win, did The J.V season was a bit of a disappointment, for they ended with a record of 3-5. Because of all the players that moved up to varsity, Coach Gonzalez had to make the best with what he had Even though the record was not impressive, it gave the players game-like experience and discipline The team was led by quarterback Jose Cil and linebacker Mario Rodriguez.
1) Coach Stuart's half-time charade.
2) The dirty dozen minus 1.
3) Team picture
4) Tony searches for an open receiver.
5) Two team members look on.
6) I hope the coach didn't see that one
1) All pain, no gain . 2) Should I run this one?
3) Manny up the middle.
4) Hey, Augie , What are you waitin ,
l) I hope the scouts are watching. The defense smells blood
3) Is he posing for the camera?
l}Hey, Tony, watch your hands!!
1) Coco clutches
2) Coco concentrates during the game
3) The march to the battle field.
4) Victory after Pace!
5) Post-game festivities.
6) Ouch!
Butkus, eat your heart out. Nice catch!!
The unknown Wolverine. The captains lead the way . Manny breaks a tackle. Oh no, what should I call now? Down Set Hike!
The Cross-Country team once again finished a very successful season undefeated . But this was no easy task. The team started practicing early in the summer with hard workouts. The team was optimistic that they would succeed in becoming not only Dade County Champions but State Champions as well.
The team was led by senior co-captains, Eric Alvarez and Luis Planas, along with junior Richard Torra, sophomore Nilton Gonzalez, and freshmen, Fernando Calvo and Naldo Gonzalez.
Their quest as Dade County Champs was threatened for a moment by Columbus. The Wolverines were tied with them, two victories apiece, entering the Dade County Cross-Country Championships on October 20. Eric's first place finish managed to fulfill the team's dream of being Dade County Champs.
In the Conference and District Cham pionships, Belen easily defeated all their opponents. In the Conference Meet, they showed their total domination by placing Eric, Luis, Fernando, Naldo, and Richard on the All-Conference team.
At the State Meet, Belen was only defeated by the extremely talented Jacksonville Bolles. But Eric proved who was number one individually by winning his second straight State Meet. The Wolverines finished the season as proud State Runners-up.
For next year, the outlook is once again very good. Although the team will be losing its two best runners, Eric Alvarez and Luis Planas, Coach Barquin will be back again with another determined team .
1 Eric, one of a kind
2 Luis, ready to make his move
3 The result of SUCCESS!
1. Marco's making it look easy.
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3. Team unity is the only way to go.
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Belen Invitational
Sacred Heart Invitational
St. Kevin Invitational
St. Timothy Invitational
McDonald Invitational
St. Theresa Invitational
St. Thomas Invitational
All Catholic Championship
Dade County Youth Fair Place Second Second Third Second Third Second Second Second Third
As usual, the Junior High Cross Country team had another successful season finishing second in 6 of the 9 Invitationals, and never worse then third place. The biggest thrill of the season was the All Catholic Championship, in which they ended up in second place.
The Baby Wolverines were led by eighth grader Marco Garcia with the best time of the team (9:05). Coming in third and fourth were the two clutch seventh grade runners Tony Munoz, (9:26) and Luis Suarez (9:54) . Luis Suarez came third in the Dade County Youth Fair Invitational where the Baby Wolverines came in third place. The rest of the team was also well rounded out with other strong runners such as Robert Suarez, Alex Tunon, Enrique Serrano, and Alex Abril.
1. Sal vat burning the path in Tropical Park.
2 A little help from the Coach
3. Marco wins another Invitational.
4. Full sprint to Club Z!
5. A job well done!
In only its second year, the Wolverines swim team, led by coach Jessy Vasallo emerged as District champions. This year, the team was led by five state finalist: Joe and John Zumpano, JorgeBaste, Henry Artelejo, and George Cinca. This years team, which went 8'-1, looks optimistically towards a championship season next year as all veterans return
As a first year team, the Wolverines' wrestling team did tremendously well. With the leadership of Head Coach Carlos Barquin, state champion in college, the Wolverines finished 8-2. They had decisive victories over Ransom and Curley. The victory at Curley was the highlight of the season
since it was Coach Barquin's former school and team.
This year's team was led by four Regional semi-finalists: Angelo Longo unl. (13-2), Manny Portuondo 145 lbs. (7-0), Albert DeCardenas 108 lbs. (93), and Daniel Garrido 188 lbs. (6-1).
Since only two seniors are
leaving the team next year, Manny Portuondo and Daniel Garrido, the team is expected to do better next year with a tougher and more competitive schedule. Returning prospects include: Albert Gross, Angelo Longo, Albert DeCardenas, and Joel Mendez.
Coach Ruben Marrero and his squad finished this year's season with a record of 18-9. The team came on strong but finished off the season in a disappointing manner. This Wolverine team was a young one, composed of only 5 Seniors . Highlights in the season came when Belen beat Coral Park and Miami Springs consecutively, the first time in history we have defeated a 4-A team. The team went on to place second in the Columbus
Holiday Tournament. The rema i nder of the season brought with it 9 losses, most of which were caused by inexperience and a lack of a killer instinct. Belen was led this year by First- Team All County performer Emilio Marrero. He averaged 19 .5 points a game even though sidelined by an ankle injury in the latter part of the season. Arnie Paniagua was second in scoring with 18 a game. Jose Mola was the leading assist man on this
squad . Tony Franyie, Jorge Mora, and Luis Diaz all made strong contributions throughout the year . Luis Valladares and Ralph Prohias were Seniors who provided much needed depth off the bench.
The team returns about 10 players to next year's team Potential seems to be great for the team if they put in the proper work and maintain the proper attitude throughout the season .
This year's J.V. Wolverines saw the leaving of five starters and the arriving of a new coach. Pedro Pena became coach of a very young, inexperierH!ed team. The team practiced long and hard in preparation for the season. A passing and motion offense helped the team to do the best with what they had.
Bertot, Manny Hadad, and Marcos Gonzalez . The team faced tough losses against Curley, Pace, and Columbus; but did very well in conference competition. The team is expected to strengthen for next year and with one year under the young team's belt, and the coaching of Pedro Pena, the team will be certain to prosper.
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2. Arnie off the ground?
3. Mora shoots the swish.
4 Ralph guns the shot.
5. Ern goes up again.
Considering the fact that only two of last year's starters returned this year, the team used the season to provide the younger players with some valuable experience and play time. The season didn't live up to the team's high expectations as they finished the season with a disappointing 4-13 record.
The season began with a heartbreaking double-overtime loss to Dade Christian 2-1. The team did show signs of talent as goalie Tony Abella thrilled the fans with dramatic saves.
Halfbacks, Ignacio Duarte and the Lorenzo brothers, controlled the pace very well.
After suffering several losses to the likes of Gulliver, Pine Crest, and Ransom-Everglades, the team defeated Pace 4-1 The team then provided a tough challenge to Curly and PACE. The team ended their season with an impressive vic-
tory against Pace winning 1-0. The entire team showed signs of talent: Emilio Roldan scored the game's only goal, and halfbacks Duarte, Joe Lorenzo, and Diaz-Asper controlled the game's pace, and the defense of Carlos Muniz, and goalie Tony Abella shot the Spartans out.
In the districts, the team obtained their most fantastic and exciting victory of several seasons as they were down 3-0 with 15 minutes left and won the game 4-3 on a winning shot by Emilio Roldan with 30 seconds remaining.
Despite the disappointing season, the team did show signs of talent and good play in their
younger players. The loss of keeper, Tony Abel Sweeper, Carlos Muniz, halfback, Ignacio Dua and Orlando Lopez, as well as forwards, Rold and Pola will be felt, but the likes of Joe and R: Lorenzo add talent and hope for next year's soo season.
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1. Carlos has a style of his own.
2. Nino, in action.
3. Luis showing off his back-hand.
4. The delicate touch.
5 Julio reaches out for the serve.
The 1984-85 tennis season was the best season a Wolverine Tennis team has ever experienced The team finished with a record of 15 wins and 3 losses The team included: Hector Ortiz, Luis Iglesias, Julio Trias, Carlos Torres de Navarra, and Jorge Bisbal. With no seniors on the team, the 1984-85 Belen Tennis team will be back for the 1985-86 season.
Belen came in third place at the Gulfstream Athletic Conference Tournament. At the Tournament, Hector Ortiz won the number one position in singles and teamed with Luis Iglesias to win the number one position in the doubles Julio Trias was the runner-up at the number three position.
Belen came in second place at the District BAA Tournament. For the first time in ten years, Belen won three positions Hector Ortiz won the number one singles and teamed with Luis Iglesias to win the number one doubles Julio Trias won first place at the number three position and teamed with Carlos Torres de Navarrez to finish second in the number two doubles. Luis Iglesias, Carlos Torres de Navarrez, and Jorge Bisbal reached the semifinals of their division
Also for the first time, Belen was represented at the Florida State High School Tennis Tournament for AA schools Hector Ortiz finished in the top four singles players in the state Hector Ortiz and Luis Iglesias then teamed to become state runner-ups in the boy's number one doubles position.
1. Luis reaches out for the return.
2 Jorge gives it his all.
3. Perfect Form.
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Throw it, I dare you.
Although the Wolverines had the first losing season in years, this team was not as talented as many of the other teams before. There were many reasons for the disappointing season, such as a tough schedule, which included the 3A State Champions Pace, and powerhouses Westminster, Curley and St. Brendan.
The team was led by Junior Tony Franyie with a team leading .385 batting average and a winning record in pitching. Franyie was honored by being named First Team All-Dade County and First Team All-Conference. Senior Oscar Benitez was another helping factor with a .313 batting average;
he too was honored by being named First Team All-Conference. But the real leadership was under the wings of Seniors Alex Adams and Emilio Roldan, who both had hefty batting averages as well. The other influential players were Javier Mariscal, Hector Tunidor, Ace Leroy Hernandez, Jose Sanchez, Robert Perez-Abreu, and Albert Gutierrez
The 1985 Wolverine baseball team had only 3 seniors playing, so it is obvious that the 1986 team will be devastating. Next year's baseball team will be shooting for state.
The Belen 1985 Track Team was filled with many new exciting events. After long time coach Carlos Barquin had worked up and built the track team to its present status, he retired as Head Coach. The team didn't miss a beat, however, as new Head Coach Phil Dembowski and As-
sistant Coach Tom Drexler took charge of the team and ended the with a 9-2 record and a solid second place finish in the Conference ME Belen's track team was led by constant first place finishes from SUf Eric Alvarez. Other contributions to the team were made by Luis F Danny Garrido, Albert Gross, Jorge Garcia, Fernando Calvo, and Sague. Belen also had several Conference Champions and Eric Alvare a State Championship. Belen's prospects look even better for the
since only a few seniors are graduating and nearly the whole team VI main in tact.
1 Drex looks on as his runners w another one
2 Em clears the bar at LaSalle
3. Naldo leads the pack.
4 Dembowski plans his post-me pep-talk.
The 1984-85 Executive Board consists of I tor Tony Berastegui (Secretary), Alex Roig (President) , Father Jose Tey (Moderator), Carlos Muniz (Vice-President), and Jorge Fernandez (Treasurer)
The First Annual Membership Ceremony was a great success Mr. Wagener and Benny Digon will lead Bases next year .
The Executive Board of the Belet Academy for the Sciences of Earth an< Space is the " Command Center" of Organization Under the leadership o president Alex Roig, the Bases Boar' organized import ant activities such as th1 first annual membership ceremony iJ November and the very successful award ceremony in May. Early in the year, to] Board executives presented themselves t1 the Student Council to ask for some finan cial aid for the clubs. The Student Counci generously donated needed funds whic1 gave a helping hand to all Bases Father Tey, Bases' moderator, wishes t l thank the Key Club for their needed dona tion to the Computer Club. President Ale. Roig wishes the best of luck to the ne-v president , junior Benny Digon, to Fathe Tey, and to all the clubs for the next year.
The Astronomy Club made giant progress this year by completing all the observations they set up to do at the beginning of the year President Richard Santamaria led the club and was awarded a special commendation in the BASES awards ceremony. President Santamaria wishes to thank Mr. Antonio Abella for his support and cooperation. The club is looking forward to another year of service and exploration.
The weather has been the primary concern of man since prehistoric times. It has been and always will be the most unpredictable force known to man. The Meteorology Club is dedicated to the study and the forecast of the daily weather. Under the guidance of Mr. Wagener, the club has had the most number of members since its creation. The club is currently trying to gain a grant from the government in order to establish a new weather station. Mr. Wagener wishes to congratulate all the members, especially Albert Gross for his daily weather reports.
Life Science is the practical study of the features and functions of living organisms. The main objective of the Life Science club is that members gain a greater awareness and a better understanding of their environment. Members are trained to develop a scientific attitude , while at the same time keeping an open mind about new ideas. Topics studied include the ecological relationships among organisms, the human body and the processes which support life.
By conducting various experiments, these young scientists learn the principles of observation, data gathering , and the formulation of a hypothesis. For instance , dissections are performed on different animals in order to observe the complex organization of organs within the specimens. Students learn to use the lab and various instruments of scientific measurement.
Acting as officers of this team of would-be scientists are: President, Adolfo Fernandez; Vice-President , Marcus Casal; Treasurer , Luis GarciaChacon; and Secretary, Eddy Bello.
The 1984-85 Microbiology Club perform numerous experiments dealing with mic organisms and sub-atomic particles. Under 1 strong leadership of President Benny Dig and the expert guidance of Moderator H nandez, the club enjoyed a very successful ye President Pedro Digon and Mr.Hernanc wish to congratulate all members and look f ward to another exciting year.
1. The Belen Microbiology Club
2. Two members experiment on iron powder
3. The disecting of a worm.
4. Boy, am I hungry!
5. Experimenting on an organism.
A computer is one of the most advanced machines available to man at this time. The name computer, actually means a machine that computes. It works via commands and a microprocessor. A micro-processor is just like a brain. It tells all the other parts of the computer what to do. Every command you type into the computer goes through the micro-processor. The computer club is led by President Carlos Barinaga who enjoyed a very productive year. The club looks forward to another year of development and productivity.
The Spanish Club deals with acting, movi and conferences that present Spanish and La American authors. The 30 members of the cl have won numerous awards not only in t Belen Noche de Teatro, but also in the Da Co11nty Youth Fair for their representation the play Las Bicicletas, written by Antonio M tinez Ballesteros. The fact that Mr. Balleste: saw them perform made the actors very prow The Spanish Club is responsible for t critically acclaimed magazine Ateneo. 1 magazine presents original works by Bel authors and others . Mrs. Jimenez, the cl moderator, wishes to congratulate all t members for their many accomplishments t: year.
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Officers of this year's National Honor Society put great effort in increasing involvement in District Affairs and service-oriented activities. Club Sponsor Mrs. Carol Vila, President Xavier Briggs, Vice-President Juan Ros, Secretary Ignacio Duarte, and Treasurer Carlos Alberto Muii.iz were determined to make membership much more than a purely honorary distinction.
National Honor Society members participated in various community service projects. For instance, a private after-school tutoring program was offered to students in need. Many members also volunteered in helping run the March Special Olympics.
Overall, the year was characterized by a greater commitment to service and a strong organization that will hopefully make next year even more successful.
From Left To Right, Top To Bottom: B. Digon, J. Zumpano, L. Vasquez, J Barinaga, R. Pupo, J Vasseur, J. Granda, A. Gross, H Otiz, A. Xiques, R Espinosa, J. J. Fernandez, L. De Varona, P. Villalon, A. DeArmas, A. Castro, A. Daire, A. Daire, A. Bertot, J. Cos, G. Zumpano, J. Alvarez, Mrs. Villa, A Kredi, A. Gonzalez, J. Beltran, L. Juarez, K. Taracido, P Campo, 0. Zequeira, F. Gambin, R. Diaz, C. Muniz (Treas ), X. Briggs (Pres.), J Ros (V.P.), I. Duarte (Sec.).
The National Junior Honor Society requires that students maintain a cumulative gradepoint average of 3.5. The NJHS thus recognizes students who consistently demonstrate excellence in academic endeavors. Both the officers and moderator Mrs . Maria Hernandez plan to make the organization an active part of school life through several projects and activities. The February induction ceremony, which introduced several underclassmen to the club, was organized by Mrs. Hernandez and Mrs. Carol Vila. members of the NJHS usually go on to become members of the NHS. This year's members show great potential and ability.
1. JNHS fearless leader, Mrs. Maria Hernandez .
From Left To Right, Top To Bottom: Mrs. Hernandez, R. Esparza, P. Sejas, L. Albelaez, K. Kredi, C. Rosell, R. Diaz, J. Coto, G. Li, C. Abreau, E. Artalejo, 0. Boudet, C. Perez, M. Milton, E. Gross , R. Cherenek, J. Azcue, R. Santamaria, 0 Garcia, J. Delgado, F. Casillas, N. Dean, X Martinez, C. Symons, A. Tuckler.
In its third year of existence, Key Club continued its upward climb to success and achievement. The club has contributed over 3000 hours of service and $5000 to benefit home, school, and community. With 74 active members, Key Club is the school's largest organization. Much credit must be given to the club's second year officers: President Robert Pupo, Vice-President Thomas Jelke, Corresponding Secretary Rolando Fernandez, Recording Secretary Erick Deeb, and Treasurer Ralph Prohias. The officers, however, agree that Key Club would not be as successful as it is without its driving force, Advisor Maria Hernandez.
Key Club is one of the most engaging clubs in the school. It has undertaken such projects as: a medicine drive for the impoverished people of the Dominican Republic, a fatherson activity day, visits to the Children's Home Society, participation in activities aiding such organizations as the Muscular Dystrophy Association, Project Concern, and the Cerebral Palsy Association. Finally, Key Club had the distinction of sponsoring the most successful school dance ever. This record breaking dance featured disc-jockeys from radio station 1-95 as well as a concert by pop group X- Posed.
X. Martinez, F. Braceras, D. Barba, F Espinosa, M Gonz DeCardenas, A Xiques, E. Palacios, H. Artalejo, G. Li, C. Fernandez, C. Bravo, A. Castro, J. Cos, P. Hernandez, M Verdeja, G. Viejo, T R Lynch, R Torra, T. Jelky, C. DeNavarro, J. Lorenzo, C. Muniz, G. Barquin, P Quiros, L. DeVarona, T Berastegui, L. Iglesias, 0. Bustillo nandez, F Casillas,}. Delgado, P. Carillo, A. Mendoza, J. J Fernandez, J Doe, A. Daire, J Barinaga, F. Carillo, Mrs M Hernandez, P. Sc1 Fernandez, L. Valladares, A. Daire, R. Perez, M. Perez, R. Castro, J. Alvarez, L. Juarez, E. Alvarez, L. Planas, A. Tuckler, X. Briggs, T. Por D Garrido, M Aly, E Valladares, J. Garcia , H Bell, A. Lopez, M. Yanes, K. Deeb, P Ruiz, R. Prohias, R. Fernandez, R. Pupo, E Deeb. 2 Key Club Officers Erick Deeb, Rolando Fernandez , Ernie Valladarez, Ralph Prohias, Robert Pupo (Pres ), Mrs Maria Hewett, Tom Jelke C
Club
Spring Rally And Training Conference
Saturday February 23,1985
Belen Jesuit Prep.
1. Yes 1-95 Cox, we will move back just for you. 2. Robert and Poly setting up for the big event. 3. Danny welcomes Expose to Belen. 4. Expose at work.
5 The crowd receives a final performance
The Thinker discussion group, in its second year , set out to expand membership and activities. Regular meetings were held by a small band of seniors and the club moderator. Activities included a directed imagery session, visits to an Indian restaurant and a T.M. lecture as well as discussions of Jung, mysticism, Jonathan Livingston Seagull, Gibran's The Prophet , Ginsberg's " Howl" and the Beat Generation. Videotaped films of the Shroud of Turin and Buddhism and Christianity were also shown. The members and moderator would like to thank Father Ripoll, Mr Brian Wentzel, and Mrs. Sigrid Bango for their continuous support and enthusiasm.
This year the Belen Student Council was able to take upon the added responsibility of serving the student councils of the state of Florida as President of the Florida Association of Student Councils, a distinction which has only been achieved once before in the history of Belen Student Council.
In addition to this accomplishment, we were successful in holding an average of one dance per month, incorporating various themes including the Belen Video Dances which broke money making records as far as Student Council was concerned. The other successful events inCluded the pep rallies which could be characterized as "extravaganzas" in that $40,000 sports cars, limousines and even a helicopter were used. We were also responsible for the establishment of the Senior Lounge.
We had a Senior-Seventh grader program, a first in Belen history, where the Seniors were each given 3 seventh graders to guide through the first few days of school. It was truly an enriching and memorable experience for both classes.
In light of the Student Council's accomplishments during the past year, our hope is that this success will serve as a springboard for future councils to come.
Raul Cardona
Executive Board : President : Raul Cardona, Vice President: Cali-Garcia Velez, Secretary: Thomas Jelke, Treasurer: Carlos Muniz, Parliamentarian: Luis Clemens , Sergeant-at-Arms: Javier Rodriguez. H omerooms: 7-A: President: Alexis Zequeira , Vice President : Jose Varona 7-B: President : Jeffrey Symonsi, Vice President : Emilio Cardenal, 7-C: President : Aldo Cardona, Vice-President: Marcos Olaniel. 7-D : President: Arturo Fanjul, Vice President: Alex Cardona. 7- E: President: Jorge Ortega , Vice President : 188 I Student Council
Jose Muiwz-Suarez 8-A : President: Edward Bello, Vice President: Jorge Mestre. 8-B: President: Juan Fanjul, Vice President: Alejandro Brito 8-C: President : Roberto Espin, Vice President : Adolfo Fernandez. 8D: President: Armando Hernandez, Vice President : Alejandro Espino. 8-E: President : Antonio Suarez, Vice President: Michael Planas 9-A: President: Enrique Hernandez, Vice President: Enrique Quintero. 9-B : President : Otoniel Boudet , Vice President : Gustavo Martine z. 9-C: President : Johnathan Garcia , Vice President : Fernando Pomares. 9-D: President: Allen Kim, Vice President : Craig Symons. 9-E : President : Alejandro Permuy. 10-A : President: Manuel
Vice President: Emilio Mascaro 10-1 dent: Eduardo Garcia, Vice President: Rodriguez. 10-C: President: Carlos Machad President : Jose Cil. 10-D: President : Joseph Vice President : Ju an Sague. 11-A : Presiden Lynch , Vice President: Jorge Vasseur. 11-B: Pr Jorge Cinca, Vice President:. 11-C: President: 1 Castro Vice President: Michael Verdeja. 12-P dent : Emilio Marrero , Vice President: AI ' Adams. 12-B : President: , Vice President: Rolar nandez. 12-C: President: Jorge Cortinas , Vio dent : Alexander Suairo
Both the National Beta and Jr. Bet Club are leadership-service club: These organizations reward meri encourage constant effort and pre mote those qualities of charactE which make for ideal citizenship. Mrs. Smith directs her seniors.
From Top To Bottom, Left To Right: D . Ga rido, A. Salas, A. Menendez, M Hidalgo, · Carillo, L. Valladares, M . Hernandez, J. Garci P Carrillo, M. Rodriguez, R. Castro, J. Tria M . Linares, L. Diaz, R. Mayo, A. Adams, · Jelke, J Cortinas, J Cinca, Mrs. B. Smith, 1 Herran, L. Espino, M. Fueyo, D. Garcia, t. Verdeja, J. Cos, M. Yanes , T Rosell, J. Barqui1 M. Gonzalez, R. Cardona (Sec.), C. FernandE (Pres.), M. Hadad (Treas.).
From Top To Bottom, Left To Right: l Grinan, M. Calienes, J. Salzarbitoria, ( Mastrapa, A Gravier, J. Cueto, C. Ortega, 1 Permuy, J. Rodriguez, W . Braceras, E. He nandez, J Perez, C. Garcia, R. Morales, R. Ci4 A . Gonzalez, D. Celis, 0. DeTuya, R. Marque C. Alvarez, I. Alvarez, C. Garcia, A. Espino, ( Ortiz, M. Rivero, A Tunon, J Villeya, ( Llerena, A. Rabionet, D Flor, J. Mestres, t. Donnell, S . Ferro, M. Truillo, Mrs . Sanchez.
This is the second y ear that the yearbook club has officially been a class The class , known formally as Journalism II , stre sse s lay-out, picture cropping, design , graphics, special effects , good copy writing, headlines and an overview of photo-journali s m. There are introductory lectures and practical seminars. Afterwards, the class gets into production and puts together the school's yearbook, ECHOES.
Echoes Staff
1984-85
Editor-in-Chief
Tom Jelke
Mauaging Editors
Ralph Prohias
Emilio Marrero
Lay-Out Editors
Danny Garrido
Mauro
Hernandez
Copy Editor
Alex Mendoza
PIJoftJ Editors
Armando Segura
Chino Gutierrez Organizations
Alex Roig
Armando Segura
Undt•rclassmen
Erick Deeb
Jorge Pols
Special Etn•nts
Joey Mestres
Cali Garcia- Velez
Sports
Pedro Ruiz
Chuck Fernandez
Seuiors
Ricky Mayo
Oswcar Benitez
Manolo
Portuondo
Plrotographers
Alex Sueiro
Orlando Lopez
Gus Pines
Dennis Gonzalez
Tony Berastegui
Mrs Sigrid Bango , chairperson of the English Department and 12th grade Engli s h teacher also conducts the yearbook class. " It 's more work than anyone can imagine , but we also have a lot of fun ; with an editor-in-chief like Tom Jelke, I can't complain Every year we learn a little more and try to improve the quality of the book Let's hope this one is to your liking, " she said.
Alex, don't tell me you finished the copy , let me see it!
2 Joey, can you really see what you're doing?
3 Alex seems to need all the help he can get.
4 . How many times did you put yourself in the baseball section, Oscar?
5 . Pedro Ruiz does the tennis section as Cali and Alex, the odd couple , work on Homecoming.
6 . Danny gets directions from Ralph Prohias, but does he listen · to them?
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4. Can I go to basketball practice now, Mrs B? asks
5 Uh, oh, that's not how I did it!
6. Are Ish and Danny really working on yearbook, or are they planning their weekend?
thanks to Ken Thornberry of Taylor Publishing, and Carol Conover of Bryn Allen Studios for their help in the production of this yearbook
The Belen Forensics Team had many victOJ this year. Under the coaching of Mr. Dreeson, team won many tournaments including coveted Miami Beach Invitational. Coach Dree: wishes to congratulate all the team members their excellent performances.
The Belen Christian Youth Gr01 had a vigorous year under t leadership of President Carl Muniz and Moderator Father Alvarez. The C.Y.G. participated the Belen Hunger Day to colh money for the people of tl Dominican Republic, and on its yec: ly programs to Camilus House a1 the Krome Detention Center. T j club looks forward to another year Christian service.
"I was hungry and you fed me, thirsty and you gave me drink; I was a stranger and you received me in your homes, naked and you clothed me; I was s i ck and you took care of me, in prison and you visited me "Then the Lord said, 'you who did this will go to eternal life'."
It is difficult to assess any kind of progress when one deals with spiritual development. This cannot be evaluated using the traditional tools that have been established for this purpose. What we can do is take a good look at the different opportunities the school has provided for each individual's spiritual growth. That is what our department does. We are a catalyst; we provide opportunities for a loving encounter between God and our students.
This year we have indeed gone one step beyond. We have incorporated the concept of peer ministry to our program by establishing a course for juniors and seniors, "Christian Leadership." Thanks to this peer ministry program we've been able to reach out to greater numbers of our students in retreats, prayer services and other liturgies.
Our involvement in social-work activities has been augmented. As in the past we've continued our visits to Camillus House, but this year, we've begun to take our students once a week to visit a a Nursing Horne in our area and to the Krome Detention center. The whole school community became involved in our "Hunger Day" this year and it was more successful than ever.
All in all, our department strives to do its part in the formation of Men For Others, for the greater glory of God.
J. Chirino
1. Iggy talks to us about hunger.
5. Thank you for a job well done.
1. Blessing the Mass.
2 Mrs Chirino provides the music for the occasion
3. Finally confirmed!
4 A beautiful ceremony.
Summer Camp 84 was a great success . It made a lot of money, plus many children and parents very happy. The Summer Camp ran for eight weeks for children between the ages of 4-14. The program now, commencing its second
year, will be directed again by Athletic Director Carlos Barquin. The camp offers a wide variety of activities. Among some they include: fieldtrips to the beach, museums, metro zoo, and pools. Camp facilities are on 30 acres of
land. A modern building library, locker rooms, basketb; court, tennis court, an auditorium. Due to this succe: greater enrollment and particiF tion are expected at the upcomiJ session.
Thanks to the dedicated and inspiring work of is moderator Mrs. Lourdes Moller-Gomez, the Belen newspaper Vincam has developed into a polished professional publication. This year the Vincam staff produced four issues and dealt with such topics as Student Council news, special events, new faculty information, club activities, entertainment reviews and controversial editorials. All major sports events were featured. As added features the Vincam staff produced a Homecoming Magazine and Mrs. Gomez personally added to the Sports Banquet by creating a terrific memento -a complete sports magazine round-up of the year. As a fellow publication the Yearbook staff wishes to commend the Vincam on a job well done!
On Saturday, October 6, 1984, Belen celebrated 130 years of existence at a Gala Dinner celebrated . at the Omni Hotel with the orchestras Continental Brass and Miami Sound Machine. The Gala is planned and
organized by the Developm1 Office of the Belen Jesuit Int cultural Center.
This is the fourth such G Belen has had, and the mor raised is used for both acader and athletic needs.
This year's Fiesta Latina far superseded all others in the past. The temperature was ideal and the food chicken, con-gri and platanos en tcnfacion was pronounced delicious.
Mrs. Lucila Jimenez, one of the chief organizers of the Fiesta, said everything was simply fabulous and the $17,441.80 raised at the party went to a very worthy cause -BELEN!
Belen is proud of its achievements in athletics. On May 16, the Annual Sports Banquet was held at the Airp Hilton. Belen honored its athletes and thanked the coaches for their dedication, instruction, and constant inspi tion. The following are the most valuable players, the most improved players, and the special award winners.
the areas of English, Foreign Language, Mathematics, Physical Education, Social Science, Social Studies, Theology and Science Awards were also presented for Citizenship, Service, Leadership, and Out-
beyond excellence in academic achievement maintaining Honor Roll grades and receiving five A's or more per report card. The yearbook staff extends them a hearty congratulations Here they are, the 1984-85
During the awards assembly students in grades 7th through 11th received excellence awards in these different subjects. these students demonstrated an A average in both semesters, sincere interest, creativity and initiative in the
subject, and no less than a B average in sibility, dependability and a willconduct in all courses. ingness to serve characterized students
The one student receiving a gold pin chosen for the Service Award The in citizenship for each grade leadership awards went to students demonstrated a true school spirit and who showed good citizenship and a involvement in the school. Respon- positive influence over their peers.
English : Augusto Lopez
Hector Ortiz
Jose Alvarez
Mathematics: Luis de Varona
Gian Zumpano
Jose Alvarez
Science
Jorge Vasseur
Javier Mariscal
Jose Alvarez
Social Science: Jorge Vasseur
Andres de Armas
Lyn Juarez
Government: Sean Lynch
Emilio Rangel
Luis Vazquez
English : Robert Cherenek
Carlos Hernandez
Raul Diaz
Xavier Martinez
Nelson Bean
Foreign Language : Xavier Martinez
Nelson Bean
Pablo Cejas
Carlos Mastrapa
Manuel Mona!
Carlos Hernandez
Mathematics : Jorge Azcue
Otoniel Boudet
Richard Morales
Xavier Martinez
Aaron Tuckler
Physical Educatino: Luis Iglesias
Arturo Bohorques
Fernando Pomares
Anderson Castro
Juan Campos
Theology : Peter Quiros
Tinerfe Tejera
Jose Alvarez
Computer Science : Juan Barinaga
Journalism / Speech: Pablo Hernandez- Villalon
Leadership : Antonio Castro
Service : Alberto Xiques
Citizenship : Tinerfe Tejera
Special Awards :
Harvard Book Award : Gian Zumpano
Holy Cross Award : Pablo Hernandez- Villalon
Social Studies : Robert Cherenek
Manuel Mona!
Raul Diaz
Xavier Martinez
Nelson Bean
Theology: Carlos Perez-F
Jean Perez
Fernando Pomares
Raul Esparza
Raul Suarez del Campo
Science:
Robert Cherenek
Henry Artalejo
Sixto Ferro
Richard Lorenzo
Fernando Casillas
Leadership: Eddy Gross
Service: Henry Artalejo
Citizenship: Luis Albelaez
Ariel Garcia- Linares
English : Edward Martinez
Fernando de Zarraga
Jose Ortiz
William Pitt
Foreign Language: Ignacio Ortiz
Fernando de Zarraga
Charl es Calderin
Gabriel Herrero
Mathematics : Fernando de Zarraga
Kellv Alonso
Carlos Marcelin
Henrv Triana
John Hernandez
Physical Education :
Medardo
Milian
Miguel Perez
Aldo Cardona
German Delgado
English: Jose Zumpano
Kevin Taracido
Francisco Gam bin
Rolando Diaz
Foregin Language : Jose Zumpano
Jose Lopez
Rolando Gomez
Markel Arrizabalaga
Guillermo Tunon
Nil ton Gonzales
Mathematics : Vicente Navas
Kevin Taracido
Pedro Campo
Rolando Diaz
Physical Education : Emilio Mascaro
Nil ton Gonzalez
Rene Rodriguez
Ramon Cespedes
Social Studies : Ignacio Ortiz
Jose Ortiz
Aldo Cardona
Henry Triana
Juan Fernandez
Science: Jose Juara
Jose Ortiz
Aldo Cardona
Miguel Alvarez
William Pitt
Leadership : Alexis Zequeira
Service:
Charles Calderin
C i tizenship : Aldo Cardona
Social Studies : V icente Navas
Kevin Taracido
Francisco Gam bin
Rolando Diaz
Theology : Jose Zumpano
Gian Novaro
Francisco Gam bin
Rolando Diaz
Science:
Jose Zumpano
Otto Zequeira
Francisco Gam bin
Rolando Diaz
Leadership : Joseph Garcia
Service: Eduardo Garcia
Citizenship : Jose Zumpano
8th Grade Academic Awards
English : Edward Bello
Oscar de Tuya
Juan Fanjul
Jose Marrero
Adolfo Fernandez
Marcus Casal
Foreign Language : Jorge Castells
Juan Fanjul
Jose Marrero
Alex Santana
Mathematics: DavidF!or
Mario Martinez
Adolfo Fernandez
Carlos Garcia
Jose Martinez
Physical Education:
Alexis Abril
Rafael Perez
Alex Garcia
Alex Espino
Orestes Pumariega
Social Stud ies:
Edward Bello
Juan Fanjul
Adolfo Fernandez
Alex Espino
Jose Martinez
Theology : Javier Jimenez
Juan Fanjul
Edward Zieseniss
Marcus Casal
Jose Martinez
Science:
Edward Bello
Juan Fanjul
Adolfo Fernandez
Carlos Garcia
David Celis
Leadership : Edward Bello
Service : Robert Suarez
Citizenship : Alex Garcia
The prosperity of a countr depends, not on the ·abundanc of its revenues, nor on
strength of its fortificationl nor on the beauty of its
buildings, but it consists in
number of its citizens, and in its men c education,
On a night as important as Graduation itself, the senior class got together in the Church of the Little Flower in St .Theresa. They met there for their Graduation Mass. The seniors proceeded into the church with their mothers on their arms to begin the ceremony. The mass was enhanced by the
wonderful singing of Coral Cubana.
As in other graduation masses, a graduation cap was takE up with the offertory gifts. This mass was made specie however, because of a lovely poem written by Mrs. Bacarc Coco Argamasilla' s grandmother. The poem, read by Irn Abella, brought the ceremony to a beautiful ending.
1. I worked for this says Tony Abella.
2. Coco and Raul proudly show their rings.
3. We are the light of the world.
At the beginning of the nigh the Seniors were extremely ne vous. Some of them had bee waiting for over 5 years l receive their rings and the waiting was about to come to a end.
As the ceremony commence( the nervousness turned inl happiness. The seniors enjoye one of the most memorable e> periences of their years in Beler They finally carne to realiz how this ceremony was specia They learned that it was mot than just an event where the would get their long-awaite rings. It was also the first c many times the Senior would be united in an out-oJ school activity.
By the end of the night, th seniors proudly showed oJ their brand new rings. They had endured the Ion wait and won their prize. Bt reality finally dawned on then They now understood that th Ring Ceremony was the beginr ing of the end of Senior
Throughout a student's years in Belen, he dreams of one special day. Graduation Day is very special to a student, but mostly to a Belen student . This is the day that student can feel a great sense of accomplishment. This graduation was not to be an exception; with pride in their hearts, but tears in their eyes, the Belen Seniors said farewell to their High School years and looked forward to a more than promising future.
FREEDOM is the KEYSTONE of SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY. MATURITY is the STAGE of LIFE in which a PERSON develops the ABILITY to KNOW WHEN, HOW, and WHERE he can make USE of his FREEDOM. Neither an INDIVIDUAL a GROUP can THINK of BEING ABSOLUTELY free even in a free society. DEMOCRACY can SUBSIST only with the RESPONSIBLE COOPERATION of MATURE citizens. Even a
DEMOCRATIC society has the NECESSARY limitations REQUIRED by the CONSTITUTION, LAWS, SOCIAL NORMS, to PROTECT the RIGHTS of ALL CITIZENS and PROMOTE SOCIAL LIFE. JESUIT FORMATION does really EXIST when a GRADUATE has learnt HOW to BEHAVE in social life as a MATURE ADULT: How to COMPLY with the SOCIAL NORMS of his own Institution
without being REFRAINED just by FEAR of PUNISHMENT A MATURE adult, even in a group, would never say: Let us do that · -which is NOT permittedBECAUSE NOW "THEY" can do NOTHING to STOP us FREEDOM, MATURITY, RESPONSIBILITY are CORNERSTONES of JESUIT EDUCATION, and BASIC CONDITIONS of ADULT LIFE in a civilized society
Spring break '84 .. Stranded Dolph . .Expwy .. with Coco Keepers are people El Supremo Mimi, I need the phone ..Trivia till 6 A.M . with Coco .. .Charlie's 5th period badge .. The wild boar ..No.l..soccer ..goalie god Lasalle Waldo .I wish they all could be California girls ..Spring Break '85??? .. get a new car (the yellow lemon) . .T.I.S.L. : .Chuck and Marie Cristy, thank you for being there, I love you ... Mom and Dad, Thanx for everything, I love you.
2/25/67
Miami, FL
Service Award 9th grade
J. V. Soccer 9th & 10th
Varsity Soccer 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th. Silver Knight Award Nominee
Homeroom Big Brother Student Council V.P.: 1st Semester
Vincam Photo Editor
Tambala Crew 11th and Beta Club 10, 11
5-19-67 Miami, Florida
LULY ... lost my term paper ... mazda 626 ... who's Gale? .. . All Dade Football All Conference Baseball 39 30 Palm Thursday ... can chase ... ski Cocoplum ... Rick's late six years with Coco spring break Caliestas loco Manolo never drives summers on the Key sun in the fun ski the Rockies Slow Poke #1 irony Eddies fun punch in the whirl pool Big Five cocktails Alberto your car's on fire crash position it is backfire Duran Duran The police cruise Aruba Em's knee 6-4 record mask squeeze scuba P.I Close-up '84 TEX I'm graduating finally thanx Mom, Dad, Abuela, Abuela, Ricky LOVE ALEX good bye and good Riddance
6 !fears at Belen National Beta Club 3 !fears Society of Distinguislied American High School Students Yearbook Staff Footba//4 !fears Team Captain MVP Lineba cker 2nd Team All Countl{ Miami Herald and News/V · All Conference IV Track and Field 1 l{ear Baseball 2 l{ears · Student Ccir111cil 4 l{ears Christimr Leadersliip Best Defen se, Football UniPersity of Miami
Cross Country and Track #1 I can't believe I won State! Barq the doctor ... 48 hrs ... . Bobby Trap ... Emiliano, Shut UP! long runs!! Countryside Elio, the artist and philosopher ... Cords are out of style ... Eric get your license ... Pace Encounter Ahh! Me cojiste!! Cheat sessions with Javi 12 hr. term paper I have not opened a book We have a test today? North Carolina Trip Calculus Homework? WIT All year Trig. classes Physics sleep sessions We taught P.A. Physics Summer Camp '84 Odd Couple, Bopsy Twins Cubans Speak Better Spanish than Mexicans Thanks Mom, Dad, and Abuela. 11/02/67
Coco-Loco #5, #2, #33
Susi=excellent Doral Bum the limper spidey Bel-3, D C.-0 H G - 6-0 Bat coach, it wasn't my fault S D. 22-21 Close up 84 S Domingo 84-85 Europe w I Mamma Bango '83 Encounter 84-85 L.B.O Alberto, the car's on Fire! Soph. prom cramps Ed, help! Hobie cocktail Homecoming Hobie Chauffeur Chirino's U.H.S The Rig '84 gage, I need a ride How's the wife? phant power yeah, o.k. Alex, don't pass it F.P.L. turbo Bald spot 9-A pile up trivia till 6:am raccoon Raul tiene complejo ... Police concert ... Wuenisimo! ... Coach D. broke my leg! I think I passed shinanigon 6-4 ragger .. . stranded in Dolp. Expss. w /Tony ... I'm glad you really think so west 6-4 11 weeks? Calco wild boars Susi is always late ... Bibi, Pala it Lou and Co., Jello Bro's 6 yrs. with Alex Huffy incid w /Joey Stranded at Hobie Killer cabbage Love Ya Susi Hey Rick, eagle saved our lives pampers Rich, take my bag Thanx and I love you Bibi, J0se, Javi, Susi, especially Mom and Dad. ·
8/15/67
Miami, Florida
No one can really pull you up very high you lose your grip on the rope. On your own two feet you can climb mountains.
(12)
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Encounter Leader
6 vrs. at Belen
Siudying at Providezzce College
"I paint a perfect picture
Bring to life
A vision in one's mind
The beautiful one's I want to smash the picture
Always, everytime" -Prince
10/18/67
Sancti Spiritus, Cuba.
Barq Fefa The Studs No. 20 Libra Basketball The L would you like a little lemon twist? Is good! Steelers No. 1 Four Superbowls 76ers "Hey Em, what happened to the Bulls? " Senior Skit interpreter! "Hey, buddy, what the" Pinto (the love machine) 11th grade Basketball trip to Pine Crest "Who eez thee funny?" Magnolia "The guave is flying" Ping Pong and Billiards at the Sr. lounge Prince The Point Youth Center Planks at L.J.S Ram Flame "Smith! " Barney Saunders Tuti, Armando, Ralph, "The bean" Watt "Sipt down!" Air Prohias Ishkaba, Appooh The Big Round mound of rebound Reyes party C64 is better than the Apple Cross Country Maria F.Y.P.A. I'll destroy you in Intellevision Movies at the Falls SOR Tuesday night football Cahuffer Pirates "Children!" Oye bre Are you stupid? The Watacan alarm Thank you Mom and Dad for helping me throughout my years in school.
Letterman, Basketball 11th, 12th
- countrl{ 10th
Club 12ti1
Beta Club 11th, 12th
Crew 12th
The Boss Is Back ... Wrong Homecoming '84 . .. New York ... Del . .. G .E. .. . "M"-Master ... Disneyworld
.. . Ponce B.k ... Encounter '84 ... Homecoming Ticket '83 ... The Old Belen was better . . . Hang Loose ... Gov. through mail ... Cancun .. . Deerwoode ... Grove Boys ... Rush . .. Speed ... SOR . . . New Year's Eve '85 Rats Marathon Chup Riche Late Night
... No License, 5 years ... July on Key Biscayne .. . You're Cuban? These Are Them I'll take two Lowrider I couldn't care less Close Up Cut your hair Jav ... Jams ... Wow!! . .. Sonesta Bust '82 .. . Like a rabbit Sundown Run The Log Victory Thanks Mom, Dad, God; I love you.
9/06/67 Atlanta, Georgia
Too much of a good thing is wonderful. -Mae
West
Junior and Senior National Honor So ciety
Varsity Cross Country Letterman in Track
Mathematics Award (10)
Close Up
Tambala Crew
Vincam
Society of Distinguished High Sch Students (Twice)
Key Club
Honor Roll (7-12)
C-SPAN (11)
6 yrs. at Belen
STUDYING BUSINESS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI
12/6/67
Weehawken, New Jersey
Big D Fish Christopher Columbus #51 #35 The new member of EL GRUPITO 3rd Team All-Dade All-Conference Wolverines forever How are you? Hey, hubbies Alcoholic? Who's Sissophus? Eric and me partying in the amublance LaSalle fight Guapito 13 hurt and counting I am not like Ernie!
Modelo 6-4 Thrown out of the LaSalle game E vs E, N vs. E: the fights of the year Nice laugh I'm missing YOU Massivo Analysis 5 THE CLUNKER Twins are DOUBLE trouble Most Intense Baseball Slump Sorry Augie Don't get frustrated Lou Me? A bad attitude? Hey, Manny, I don't feel like going to school nooo more Goaline D Pace Girls Las Locas Ish , what phone call? Today is not the day O.K FINE I'll Play Felon Sheu The Major Lamb Hove ALL women ... I have a Super Ego ... Thanks Belen ... I LOVE YOU MOM , DAD, OMAR, OLIVER AND YOU TOO GOD :
Eddy 9C Lunch time at Uncle Carlie ' s class It's due when? .. , Bill the Cat . . . Iggy, the Celtics stink , Sixers No . 1 .. . Dolphins No 1 Miami Beach The Pub St. Pat ' s Basketball ... Curley friends .. . The beach ... termpapers . . . My sister will type it Doodl i ng during class Off the wall Sorry I'm late, father , but Why do we have to take Chemistry? Playing pool dur i ng lunch The Foundation
5/19/67
12/6/67
Weehawken, New Jersey
Big D Fish Christopher Columbus #51 #35 The new member of EL GRUPITO 3rd Team All-Dade All-Conference Wolverines forever How are you? Hey, hubbies Alcoholic? . .. Who's Sissophus? ... Eric and me partying in the amublance ... LaSalle fight Guapito 13 hurt and counting I am not like Ernie! ...
Modelo 6-4
Thrown out of the LaSalle game . E vs E, N vs E: the fights of the year Nice laugh I'm missing YOU Massivo Analysis .5 THE CLUNKER Twins are DOUBLE trouble Most Intense Baseball Slump Sorry Augie Don't get frustrated Lou Me? A bad attitude? Hey, Manny, I don't feel like going to school nooo more Goaline D . Pace Girls Las Locas Ish, what phone call? Today is not the day O.K. FINE I'll Play Felon Sheu The Major Lamb Hove ALL women I have a Super Ego Thanks Belen I LOVE YOU MOM, DAD, OMAR, OLIVER AND YOU TOO GOD:
y ea rs at
Eddy 9C Lunch time at Uncle Carlie's class It's due when? , Bill the Cat Iggy, the Celtics stink , Sixers No 1 Dolphins No. 1 . Miami Beach The Pub St Pat's Basketball Curley friends The beach termpapers My sister will type it Doodling during class Off the wall Sorry I'm late, father, but Why do we have to take Chemistry? Playing pool during lunch The Foundation
Wild thing, you make my heart sing G Thoroughgood Lord, let me approach the good times with joy and sharing, the hard times with humor and courage. And in my days on the earth, let me never forget there are hungry to be fed, sick to be cared for, and millions to be brought to your undying love
11/30/68
Miami, FLA.
X X-man Professor the Studs Nunez: you're a fruit cake all mushrooms 16::-year old male Sigrid Health and Karma .. : El Papo ... D and D on Sundays ... Gigggsszzz! ... let's reward our paper ah, the wenches Buddha, King, Gandhi ... 5 against Southwest ... 275 ... riiight, riiiiight . .. teaching Mr. P.A. Physics a "representative sampling" Mrs. Vila hell is track practice ... bohemian poet . .. looking for TPW ... SAT: third time's the charm ... TGETOF89 ... N.Y.'s Eve: gone, but totally or bust Peabody Award Announcer DiMione of Collin's Close-Up slaves ... SASC: southern blondes all-nighter for U2 experiments in the absurd Morrison lives why worry? life being what it is crooning in the halls ... Motown and Livics kick ... banzai! ... AlA to "Miami Beach" yogurt on UM sidewalk not senioritis, but an allpervading annui take care seniors, IT'S BEEN REAL thanks Mom; I LOVE YOU shanti.
Christian Youth Group (11, 12)
Key Club (10 , 11, 12)
Forensics (10)
Society of Distinguished American H.S Students
The Thinker Club President (11, 12)
Who 's Who Among American High School Students
National Honor Society (9, 10, 11, Pres 12) V P District NHS Presidential Scholar Nominee Phi Beta Kappa Questioning H S Student
Knowledge Bowl
C-Span Panelist
Haroard Book Award
National Merit Finalist
Varsity Soccer (12) Varsity Track (12) Honor Roll (8 - 12)
Jorge, you're a scuzz Collins is driving us insane Debbiethe sister I never had Late night adventures at U.M. with Ros and Alex The Group C.U. was worth one Penni Call me
Cyrano de Bergerac 740V Roca, drop Loli off first Project Ana Surprise 17th Birthday Party Heavenly Hell: A trip to Clemensismo What? - Who's in the closet? Nunez censored my article Rodriguez I have a problem How did I survive Junior year? Thank you Mami, Mari, and Maria and all my other friends who've made it possible for me to say Veni, Vidi, Vici! It's been surreal.
"He who bends to himself a joy /Does the winged life destroy;/ But he who kisses the joy as it flies/Lives in eternity's sunrise."- William Blake
And if the Dentist with no teeth, comes after you with a chainsaw, just tell him; "No thanks, I just had these put in last week."
2/21/67
Miami, Fla.
Lord King High Holy Sarcastic ... Corts ... Drapes .. . 73 Duster
Grouper with racing stripes F H.A. at the airport with Pola and Al .. . R2's floating barber shop ... Boss, Beatles, Stones and Floyd .. . 60's music jams ... Vuenas, como stazs .. . Kel .. . Beer at Sapho's Badge it while you got it G T. is going to spit in my face arguing with you is a waste of time, oxygen, and saliva Mini encounter at Del's . .. trash and mail box crew ... Room 35 Racing Volvos the wrong place Jorge; cut, wash, and comb your hair . .. Europe ' 83 ... Easter Eggs ... I crashed cause I was taking Joey and Ed horne .. . Jr. Homecoming (green rape) ... Bert and Salas I can't take you horne today Thanx buds, I wuv u all.
Listen Listen LISS-TEN! get out of my class I didn't fro it! en el cuarto perdido Is Papa Ish in the Mafia? The Reverend Jesse Jackson Senior Skit Rap Man Bleh! Osscar 15 men on a dead man's chest Yo-ho ho and a bottle of rum Yea, sure A mind is a terrible thing to waste Pace People are great Grad Night "ese es mi negro loco" I had to copy the Chemistry Chapter cause Ish gave me a wedgee The Big Red Brawl You're messing with the big boys see see .Ish's party The crazy corner at English fluff the animal 16 hour rap session with Erick and Frank The Archbishop extends his blessings Mr Bloom the eulogies my little stories . . . " El Grupito" . .. Danny, Ernie , Erick, J.J., Ish, Frank, Juan and Oscar Thanks for the memooriess Gracias Mami, Papay Panchita the end of an era I LOVE YOU ALL
Just put a little love in your heart and all of your troubles will soon one day depart.
10/22/67
Miami, Fla.
Bird Pita Sandwich The studs Firebird Term Paper another all nighter XXX-avier, can I ask you a question Pace Encounter 76'ers, Dolphins, reds Journey, The Boss, DeBarge Georgia Tech or U.F No UM Don't fall asleep driving crash D'Pizza and the Grove let's go to the park 1270 The shield holding I'm missing so many notes Master Procrastinator P A brain buster 92.3=13+ Anyone do their Calculus homework? Let's compare answers on the test Fro,Da,Da TGETDF89 think about it I'm going to clean my room, the car , etc basketball at the Youth center Alex, you can't drive 2 crashes in 6 days eating in every class I'm so confused Thanks Morn and Dad, I Love You!!!
L'il Red The Cheese Alex , it 's a guy!! #32 All-County lst team 6-4 I wanna badge Ernie, the bron ze beauty?? How are yooooou El grupito A umque, crazy bunch of guys D-Day, March 15 The survivors 16 hour wrap sesSIOns Hector' s rash Citizen's Arrest Toga Party, I lost m y toga An unkn own Person Ms. Velvet Creme , Frank yo u saved my life You got yo u head up you The LBO Senior Skit , what a night Night of th e " Howl " The encounter 1:30 primal scream The virgin poll El Bobo Blame it on me , everyone else does When you least e xpect it, expect it English a nd Humanit ies; D on' t worry about it?!? Sig, be good to me ; or else Grad Night Encounter ' 85 , what a bunch of girls , what a crazy leader Q.P B I didn't know the Biltmore had pine trees The Strip ' 85 I'm getting a jeep!? Belen's luck at the Fla. Keys Waldo the Wolverine Our T.A. Uncle Danny Ish, phone-aholic O.C. , the maniac J G ., P.C. J.J., is one with Siddhartha Girls , can ' t live with them , can ' t live without them sex, mind over matter The Killer Buzz I didn ' t survive D -Day I nor II The day after, Why do we do this to ourselves, WE'RE CRAZY Biscayne Nights All night movie s Aquarius What an 18th Birthday, couldn ' t have asked for more? .Summer of ' 85 , California!! or Miami?? The Lamb of A D. The Jungle dance , what an animal Is it Ish or itch!! It'll take a miracle Summer of '8 4, wha t a summer Las Locas In due time One year ago today Wentzel, Mr Tweety?? Thanx Sig Thanx Mom and Dad Thanx tia, tio , and abuela I love you all believe it or not sis, I love you too Goodbye Belen , it was great!
2/15/67 Chicago, Illinois
Lcttermar! in Football (12)
All County 1st Team in Football
Vincam Key Club 110- 12)
Student Cou n cil
C-Span ( 11 )
Chri stian Youth Group Enc oun ter
Tambala Crew Yearbook Racquetball Club
6 yrs. at Belen
Studying Politi cal Science at Catawba Co/leg
Happy are those who dream dreams and are ready to pay the price to make them come true.
9/12/67
Hicksville, Long Island
Ricky Psycho trash and mailbox crew Encounter '84 wrong way on one way Rolo sticky I'm insane Go away! Chugging Trivia . I was born to be obnoxious SARCASM Red light , feel free to stop Touch-a-Club How funny! Animal Lover Go have a nice day somewhere else honk at your mother The Godson Nice Life! I'm not deaf, I'm ignoring you Mr Ed What Homework?!? But Father Rip I want to go home Listen to me I thought it was funny Party at my house!? Lena Elio, we don't like your music! My mom is so funny!. BAJ I bet I'm psychic Coco, where is your hair? Alex, don't Wentzel makes another snide remark billiards the walking sweater The Wrong Place Comedy hour at Ed's House The Big "T" Rebbie Jack son sang to me I'm having a bad day I hate this class! I am not well Bango's V J Coco, where is your bag? No Joey, I had a party yesterday
B.R. & O P at Klan Country Who's this person? TheBig "M" " Hi Ho " Love ya Mom , Dad, Ed , Dan Thanx!
Key Club Microbiology Club Christian Youth Group
Vincam Yearbook Staff Tambala Crew Pep Club
C.E.L.A.C
Of the Faith Hey DELA! Awesome, Ros, I need help Ajiaco and Amadeus Eight ball stincker DELA lend me your computer homework Porsche 928-5 Who's going to Pace today?
. .. CRUISING ... Good Luck Class '85 ... Thanks to my friends for being there Encounter was great Thanks to my family, Mom, Dad, you're the greatest, I love you.
4 y ears at Belen Cross Countn;JOth. Vincam1Jth: Science Fair 3rd place Pa ce - Belen Encounter Engineering at U of Miami.
6-22-67 Miami, Florida
Ish ... Skiing in Colorado ... Singapore Experience ... The Boat U.M. Diving Team Thanksgiving Incident If you buy me a rose I'll ... Sneaking out at wee hours of the night ... Juan, you should hear the things you say in your sleep ... Spring Break m F.T.L. New Year's day in Breckenridge Ugghhh Danny's parties Locked out of the house till 9:00A.M Occurrence at Riviera Beach "EI Grupito" I can't beljeve I crashed into a cop Again The Eye Doctor Don't get brave Alex, it was a guy!! Oh no! It was a church And it's in the Neighbor's Thursday Nights I'll call you back How's your mom? Danny, you're not going to hit anybody You're going to sleep over again? Citizen's Arrest But Mrs. Bango, I can't help it Beach Bum Don't look at me with that face You've got me worried S.B.P. (trio) .It all started with a white clip Xanadu The Party Animals Erick, you're an amargado J.J. you're a prude Friday afternoon excursions Thanks Mom, Dad, Friends, and God
Diaz KI'I(CIU/> Clm>ltan >out/1 Grtlup 81'ta Club Honor Roll Am"'" a11 Hw'' Schtllar '<Clul• Yl'arb.,tll Racqul'll•llll Club Studying
Youth's like diamonds in the sun, And Diamonds are Forever, So many adventures couldn't happen today, So many songs we forgot to play, So many dreams swinging out of the blue, We'll let them come true, Forever Young, I want to be forever young.
Alphaville.
Iggy Pendarach Gu/um Canes, Hoyas, Celtics, Yankees, Key Club Dolphins Prelude The Studs No. 11 6 vs. Pace What a Brick! All night for U2 tickets Duran Duran '84
El Africano ... "Awesome!" .. . T .G .E.T .D .F. '89 Mod, get off the phone! Xavier sugar, darling, baby, sweetheart, Kiddo, honey
... New Music! ... L.A. Dynamic Duo ... "R .. .ight" ... The Spike : 4 years and counting 2 A.P.'s in 1 day ALA to M.B 9c Warriors ... Where's C.A.M.A? . .. Driving on F.I.U . sidewalks ... "X" I really need a tutoring session New Year's 85 Euro Vacs Are we Playing? "I'm History " Thanks Belen! It's been great! Thanks for everything Cuz I love you Mom, Dad, Sis!
Two roads diverged in a wood, and I, I took the one less traveled by, and that has made all the difference. Robert Fn
Ed Bert Edelbert Disney '84- Goofy Vulture Car Crashes X 8 ... Weekly Party . .. Rabbitmobile .. . Bahamas with Barb and Company Study sessions?! Jr. Skip Day Turnpike 1-4-84
Let's not study today Biring after P.C. Xposed at Steve's Junior Encounter lxlO Grove on Halloween What's my fourth period class? Wrong way on one ways Coco, let's skip Flying doors on X-way Ricky's Comedy Hour I.D's Amargi J P. - neutral party? trash and mailbox crew the Godfather Fri. Happy Hour TikiProblem Solver honk at your mother Buccione's with Ana George C., it's too late easter eggs falling with Olga at C. Debs Yes, you can BORRow my notes Hairy Toes Carol - "Shouldn't they stop?" Joey, I'm typing as fast as I can Whis. and A.J Jorge she is INTENSE Olga P. you're my OBSESSION? C - reconcilable differences M.L. #1 I know so Thanx and Luv Mom, Dad and Family
' 27 /67 iami, Florida
LUck #52 Football Center Fr. Fig Practice? What's :tt? 6-4 5th Period Chaos Boliche #1 Georgetown 1mputer Bytes Big Red 12/25/82 What beard? 66 log Army training The Round Table Game Day #2 double tm Speech class Prom(s) '85 Seriously now I haven't cided Grad Nite '85 Encounter Leader '85 walking mnded Police '83 I've lost touch with reality!! Golf, at Sanibel '83, '84 We "talked"!! BELEN 7, Pace 6 >tel Hoppers 12/31/84 windsurfing Royal Bisc tyfares Sadojon The Weezer L.A.? Pizza Hut!! Let me ty defense the lake Our friend Johnny W Drive, Lou tft Shirt rent a movie I did shave exempt Chern lculus? HaHa Useless BCBCBC I don't know!! Lou, :e a walk! IT'S OVER!!! Thanx to my family and Belen
6 yrs. at Belen Who 's Who Among American High School Student s Society o1Distinguished American High Schoo Students Beta Club 10, 12 - President National Honor Societv11 Football (va rsi tv ) 8, 9,"10, 11, 12 All-Dade H onorabl e Mention 11 All - Dade Second Team 12 Offensive Line M. V.P Ba seb all 10 H ono r Roll Citizenship Award 11 Algebra Jl Award 11 Yearbook 12 National Hispanic Schola r Award Kev Club 11, 12 T oinbola Crew 11, 12 Big Brother Program 12 French Club President11 Studying International Relat ions at Geor)letown Uni versitu
"Dreams indeed are ambition; for the very substance of the ambitious is merely the shadow of a dream."
5/4/67 Miami, Florida
Rock Miami Dolphins The Studs .Stats Coach Mr. Football Japanese Cars Gigs! One of these days Los Mejicanos Iggi ya! Ask Briggs Psycho Mathematician I've got to see Mr. Wentzel black love MOMBLATTO Journey Bryan Adams Thorin S.F.L. Luli is driving me crazy Encounter New Year's Eve Happy Hills T.G .E.T.D .F. '85 ... Thanks Mom, Dad and Friends
Goop El Negro Africano Spiritbooster Pupo for President ... Eeee he he he he ... Chirino Theater . .. Baldor's Class: ZZZ ... Uncle Bob : Come on guys . .. Uncle Charlie: Sip Down ... Clemen's roof ride . .. Alex's Beach Nightmare ... Lena's Carburetor ... Father San Pedro's Summa: Pleeaazee Gentlemen, okay, alright . . . The Red Miss B: Hey, Roly, did you crash again? Aargh ... Close-Up: My influential friends from Pennsylvania . .. Karla and the cookie car Monkman and Brother Jew Let's pull an all nighter No Doze Thank you Father Ripoll Gracias, Papi, por todo, te quiero con todo mi corazon y nunca te olvido Thanl< you and a warm embrace to Robert (Klinger), Robert Pupo, Adalberto, Alex, Juan, Armando and Last but not least, Yane: Thank you for your love. You'll always have a special place in my heart.
10/2/67
Miami, Florida
].] U.M. diving team_ I like First Encounter '84 Me and My MD ... 4th of July ... ].]., I need to copy your notes ... Konover Weekend, singing debut The Singapore experience Hey, where's my radio? Hialeah, I'm so confused Another depression F.T.L. "The Grabbing Hands, Grab All They Can" disco (old and new) Hey, where's my engine?
I've got no enemies Private parking in the Grove Hey, where's my car, Mario? ... Senior Skit Beauty ... Belen information, Belen Vice ].] ,where'd you get those curls? The Funnel . . . You've got only yourself ... I recall a quote from Depeche Mode Santo Domingo '83 End of the year encyclical, Oscar Lime Alabama Slammer, Club Z You're a phallic symbol Pace Grad Nite It's all in the mind Love, most important of all ... Finney's a drunk ... Cabanas ... Drop kick the wall ... Alpha State, all my life Marimbero Rock This is only the beginning See you later guys
5 Yrs. at Belen Honor Roll - 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 Christian Youth Group- 10, 11,12 Key Club- 10, 11, 12 Thinker Club- 12 Santo Domingo Trip- 1983 Xavier Suarez Campaign Reuben Askew Campaign 11th Grade Awards- Social Science, English, Academic Achievement 10th Grade Awards- Biology, U S. History --Spanish Fair Project Winner- 10 First Place Spanish Project - 10 Aerospace Engineering at the University of Florida
"There are in the end three th that last: faith, hope, and love, and greatest of these is love." (Cor. 13:1
FGI I know where I am where are my keys? All nighters at Manny's Chemistry Summer School the Kryptonian Madrid Dublin Chicago Stud? Me Yes, I speak Spanish Defense Baldor II, III, IV No more Baldor! Listo? right, right what? CSA Narcicist Futbol centra! ... D'Stteffano .. . Frustrado .. . It was worth it Next year La Generacion del 85 FGMMP Remember? Thanks Mom, Dad, God and all .. .
5/7/67
Miami, Florida
2 - Mauro . . . Maurifori ... Eugene and Melvin ... Roar Roar ... 'Goofy' '84 Turnpike 1-4-84 Fire 'n' Ice beeS Junior Skip Day Palm Thursday Duran? Mars Bar and Skip Kwa Kwa-Rose and Kell Slapped-Cave Dance Cruise with the crew Mexico 2X Jorge - Neutral Party? Spiked Encounters-Hi Pace! R-2's Floating Barber Niagara BK IA's at Ed's Cuva Cuva No Doz craze and Finals at Bert's Public m.o.w /n not a fight! Polly, Wanna borrow the car! Ed can I copy your notes? Cris, The word is out! Killer, wilier, diller, THRILLER! Sue, Moon Pose Barb, cometize my floor Cali the Dad Carm, What if ? Olga, Asleep in Lums? Nice Life I'm sooo sure Hwooa! Mishuguina Where's my van? No, I haven't applied! T. Kee You are sooo sick! Thanx and Luv you Mom, Dad, Polly, Kiki, 'n' Javi This is not the end.
Happy are those who dream dreams and are able pay the price to make them come true.
· Cardinal Suenen4
Juan What's up? Breckenridge, Colorado '84 New Year's Eve in bed Alice Wainwright Park, a night to remember How do I get myself into these things? Ernie, it's a guy Danny don't kiss Ish in the backseat Gus, I don't understand swaheely Ice teas at Grove Isle P.C. David, why do you smell your food? "I can't drive 55 mph" There's no substitute Pinned to the door by Mr. D Risky Business! Did anyone do their Calculus homework? All-nighter Encounter '84 Later! Thanks Mom and Dad; I love you.
"It is not doing the things we like to do, but liking the things we have to do, that makes life blessed."
8/1/67
Miami, Florida
The incident R P. Gayle Slo-Poke Rotations V P Palm Thursday shoot out Bert, the car's on fire Calco SaharaDebbie Girls just want to have fun teenage angel? Chuck, this is Celica handling Code X The Tree! rodent the gift Squash Court party Aruba Arriba Spring '84 gonad Chuck, you're married Ricky, own the world? Tallboys on the Turnpike Animal stories Salpicamelo Profe, Cali to siip -down profitable year Alex's bottlerocket blew my seat AlbertFroman Mullets and Manatees Jigaboo Manegra Guch Rey de la Kimbamba Five times round the Omni sharkfighter ... Marta-champagne of the New Year? ... Manolo cabezon . .. Chub Cay Digger 1, 2, 3, Albert run! Slo-Poke parties - out of gas Que buen cementerio de cerveza White Port-What a night The Plastics R-2's floating barber shop Carrolton lunch outing
Let's go to Buttonwood Senir Skit/1 Love Dante Fascell Senior Prom-what class Thanx-Love you, Mom, Dad, Carlos, Neni, PattiLet the good times roll!!!
Track and Field (State Runner up District)
Christian Youth Group Student Council 4 years (School Vice-President) Key Club
National Beta Club Yearbook
Racquetball Club Six years at Belen
Studying Ornamental Horticulture University of Miami
WINSTON Spring Break '85 Bonita Beach #73 Winning Season 6-4 All Conference Discus - Mile Relay Mess around with me, mess around with the big boys Riviera Beach The Beginning Artistic murals Church "NEIGHBORS" The Eye Doctor The Big Red Brawl Alex , I Know it was a guy UM Diving Team "All right Tarzan get out of the pool" The Granada Fountain New Year's Eve Close Call July 4, 1984 Massivo Window exit in the middle of the night Mom, guess what? I'm Wrestling! Weelll the commiiitteee El Grupito It all started with a little white clip DGNLS •Risky business parts I and II What a Blast National Security Council The Hurdle Nightmare THANKS MOM AND DAD . I LOVE YOU!
"There are two paths rou can go by, but in the ong run there is still time :o change the road you're )n."
New Orleans, La. 4/11/67
The Lamb . .. of God . .. Luke ... 2/7/84 .. . Sophomore Prom Morning Bronco Brawl Venezuela '85 B. Bath at Joey's House . . . Junior Skip Day .. . C.L.A.P . Chats ... Good Times at A.H Oh my God, the Car's on fire The Badgemobile Police Concert . . . Ana , you'll always be my s ister .. . #13 .. . Belen 2 - Gulliver 1 . All nighters w I Mauro Senior SkitMassive . .. Coco, stop it ... I'll always LOVE YOU LUKE . . . Artu's Floating Barber Shop 1st N I.J 200 Ye s, Cris, Arturo Loves you! ... You don't understand .. . Ooh no . .. L.C.S.P .. . . Alberto, don ' t tell me, it's better than ever ... A&W - Thanks .. . Ocean Reef ... Cancun ' 84 . . . Luke , you don't have a fever . . . Oh no , not another crash Felo ' s Porsche Cris, who's next? Charlie, there's your hand .. . Sanchez family, you are the best .. . Encounter ' 85 Wally M.R.C. M D L. J E C.T.W A .L. ... Love you, Jose , Luly , and Cris . . . Thanks Luke, I couldn ' t have made it w /0 you . .. Mom & Dad, thanks & I love you . .. I ho e you ' re proud .. .
4 yrs at Belen Varsity Baseball (9 , 10) Letterman Bas eball (10) Christian Youth Group Racquetball Club
Pep Club - Mini 5t er of Fun Bases (9) C.E.L.A.C. Oceanography Club (9 , 10)
Chino Get a haircut Senioritis since junior year Where's your camera? Your sister looks just like you Senior Skit
The Do-Do's Belen-Pace encounters #1 Mr Rogers Gradnite '85 Master Procrastinator Chino take a picture of me What happened to your car? Watch out, there comes Izquierdo I'm never doing another research paper again NODOZ nights Solid "D" student Party at Ricky's house!
Don't worry about it. Trust me ... U2 ... Police ... It's a big enough umbrella, but it's always me that ends up getting wet
Don't you forget about me Good luck you guys. Take care
Thanks Mom, Dad, Betty, and friends
12/4/67
3an Juan, Puerto Rico
t - Mauro Maurifori Eugene and Melvin Roar Roar Goofy' '84 Turnpike 1-4-84 Fire 'n' Ice beeS Junior Skip )ay Palm Thursday Duran? Mars Bar and Skip Kwa Cwa-Rose and Kell Slapped-Cave Dance Cruise with the :rew Mexico 2X Jorge - Neutral Party? Spiked Pace! R-2's Floating Barber Niagara BK 4's at Ed's Cuva Cuva No Doz craze and Finals at Bert's >ublic m o w/n not a fight! Polly, Wanna borrow the car! Ed can I copy your notes? Cris, The word is out! Killer, viller, diller, THRILLER! Sue, Moon Pose Barb, cometize ny floor Cali the Dad Carm, What if ? . Olga, Asleep n Lums? Nice Life I'm sooo sure Hwooa! Jishuguina Where's my van? No, I haven't applied! T. You are sooo sick! Thanx and Luv you Mom , Dad, Polly, 'n' Javi This is not the end. 4 yrs. at Bel en
Club 9, 10, 11
Do not follow where the path may lead, Go instead where there is no path, and leave a trail.
1/12/68 Miami, Florida
Tom Pillsbury Yoda Peabody Award They can't suspend me, I'm a senior I only know a little computers, Mrs. Vila Gables Elementary at 4 :30 Why is it bad? I did not dump her Fr Marcelino Aug, Val, and Me 6 yrs Jorge , where ' s my senior shir t The Care Bear of Belen Bird Bowl during Finals A pooh' Chicken w I cheese Ricky Business II Where 's Baltimore? Air Bridge Alex, ju crazy Ralph , don ' t pick me up My name? Jose Mola
Psyched e lic socks Jimmy Snuka . P A you're trip end icular Mass slip, no problem Sig, are we staying late? Mrs H., let me teach Uncle Charlies's free period Palm Thursday Encounter Security Sward and Magic Helmet Garbag e Can Re mov e r It's a rent ed car, don ' t worry Mom I need gas money 'Vettes are slow m o m, I swear Rick, take me on your yach t Intellivision at Barq's Mait e, hi h ow are you? Can you say 151 proof? Prom Night , good Lord Life 's a , then yo u die I'll mi ss you guys, keep in touch Thanks Mom, Pop, Bill , Kim and th e class o f '85 IT'S BEEN REAL!!!
Baseball Letterman 11 Key Club 10, 11 , (SEC.) , 12 (V.P.)
Student Counci/9, 11 12 (School Sec.)
Service Award 10 French A wa rd 11
NHS7
Beta Club 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Yearbook Editor -in-Chi ef
Bases 7, 8, 9
Forensics 10 Tombola Crew 12 Society o1Distinguished American High Schoo Students Studying Bu siness Administration at F l.U
Message in a bottle Senioritis Maximus CL/85 WITPOL? Try my philosophy We're all insane Mr Marathon best friend Awesome! Reach out and enlighten someone Elio in dreamland BJ, Rip and Sig, TAFW Great Depression New Wave, Punk and Classic Oldies B Famous 1 day! Real vs. Ideal Unjust world Gandhi and Dali From Beta to Zeta totally psychedelic No-Doz week cosmic chess game, think about it Beering after police concert I want my MTV 4 a dip in Ed's pool High on music luv and peace 4 ever Battles of the mind Flynns Ocean 71 and F.B. pool Breakfast Club collar up Alfa Romeo U2, General Public, Alphaville, INXS and Ultravox The Voice Echo and Twins Eric, 6 great years memories, keep in touch Do-Do's Thanx Mom, Dad, Aunts, Friends and God! I now depart, don't forget about me! 1/8/67
2/21/68 Miami, FL
Bang Bang-aggravated assault The Yellow Lemon-280zx ... Granny's Mudpack U ... Caidous Limpus ... FU2 ... Sure thing guy ... No Biggie ... Spring Break '85 MGH Go for it Overnight Incarceration . . . The Crooked Caper-the shaft ... Love Ya Litza, Mom, Dad, Brothers, & Sister ... Later Guys
Track 10, 11 Tombolo Crew 12 Soccer 12
Yearbook Photographer 12 French Club 11
P.E. Award 9
Studying Business at F.I.U.
WATACA ... W.I.T .... THE STUDS ... Sound the alarm! ... Say it with confidence, ... THE WAVE ... JC Mets # 1 "I Didn't Do my calculus" the nugget man ... lightning ... FIDO ... Do I want to graduate? ... L.T .... thinking cap ... hocker soccer pizza addict scholarships "RIGHT" tres leches during Calculus ... Tuesday Night Football ... paper bag incident ... "Lend me a paper, pen, or pencil" thanks, Mom and Dad.
1/31/67
Manhattan,
5 years at Belen Rocketing 8, 9
Astronomy 8, 9 Spanish Club 10 Studying electrical engineering Florida International University
9/16/66
Miami, Florida
I can't take 7th period The Venezuelan Ping Pong Master Man, maybe I won't graduate Frank, say I was studying at your house Partying on weekdays Daytona '84 "Cocoa '83 '84" New York in the summer with LaMara I definitely love European chicks I sometimes settle for Americans though the narcissist club : Manny, Frank, Ernie and me I don't like Cuban chicks Fort Lauderdale, Home Away from Home Mazda 626 Summer School for Chemistry all the way Massive Senioritis second semester Ellaberinto Baldoviano de la literatura peninsular Espanola I'll see you in Dade South, guys I just don't understand math Don't say anything about my accent, girls find it sexy Go-Go's B-52s Let's surf tomorrow at six guys Why do chicks like me so much? My brothers from la Mara and Frank Pink, Full pa lante Vdos El Papo, Ricky , Albert, Mr. Bowl, will never stop partying Mad dog, perro loco Maloso, MD 20 I 20 Summer' 68
Em 44 B-Ball Patty All-County SCUBA 1,029 points ... Slo-Pok Rotations ... Family Affair ... Palmetto Connection Alberto, the car's on fire Palm Thursday Real Bullets My Ankle Senor Frogs Spiritbooster LA '84 Sanibel '84 Alex, my knee Rick, I'm driven to tears Can't study I got a game .. . The 85th turn ... Speed Limit ... Arthur and our rolling BAJ Look under the pizza Homecoming Bartender Gonads Coach's Brother It's now or never Jose, Em's dunking comps May 11 Prom Night Getaways Come over Patty's house again Maite's House Debs '84 EAR It's time to go Bye Belen Thanks Ruben for being more than just a coach and brother I love you sis, mom, dad, and God THANK YOU ALL
LOU #55 the big blue boliche boliche #2 Army training? All-County offensive guard? Ha Coach, I need water! 6-4 #1 Game Day #1 Scambio 3 5th period Uncle Charles Chuck, what did you get in computers? Oscar, I can't take them! Their nice! Waterbuffalo huh Tom!! The Dog . .. No way; it's my turn ... Dr. P ... The Medical Convention I, II, III Stuft' Shirt Vallatuti Silvia 6/22/83
Let's rent a movie?! 66 LOG The Maja Encounter 84 LMALMRGJT The Wheez Labuis Maximus Co and Lou, Jello Bros ... Beta V.P ... . B-ball . .. Chuck, drive! ... The goal-line stand BELEN 7 PACE 6 8/12/83 LaSalle Rumble Sanibal 84 could be dangerous Nooo! OUI Hotel Hoppers the badge Pete you dog! Le-che El Supremo 300 ZX the Weasel take care Jorge Luv ya baby! Love you Mom and Dad I'm on my way Thanks for everything . 3/1/68
There is neither happiness nor unhappir in the world; there is only the comparisoi one state with another. Only a man who felt ultimate despair is capable of feel ultimate bliss. It is ·necessary to have wis: for death in order to know how good it i: live.
9/19/67 Miami, Fla.
The following is a true story; only the names have been changed to protect the guilty Speed Zone Ahead the crazed Epcot trip Swedish girl I think, therefore Love Stinks Heavy Mother midnight dive at the witching pool Blythm and Ruze Catherine the Great and her Wonder Horse Luke's Wall creatures, courtesy of Joy Borge the Flying Zuccinni Brothers : Eddie Van Belts, Johnny Chuckles, Georgie Porgie, King Useph, Sticky Ricky, and Henrod Marrow Bloom County OM The Breathing Marshmallow I DON'T LIKE SP AM!!! Oop Ack Spiritbooster Up all night 90125 crisco For even uglier details, see Roly Fernandez's dot-dots.
Joey Airhead despiste lxl03 Easter Eggs Happy Hr Q's at Ed's Whis +A.} trash mailbox crew sorry, wrong car! study sessions? Ricky, tome gray-fru Jorge, watch out! THE INCIDENT AI ToMar unforget R.P.Gail Bert, the car's on fire'? THE POINT SYSTEM - worst pt of life where are my keys, wallet and ring?. I don't have gas Jr. Skip Day Eur '83 Hoodlum Bo, Mar, 01, Virg, Pat , luv you all Stefano's again? ML #1 Encounter? Bert she flipped' AI drive my car I want to have fun too maaan! Ed type faster. Senior skit - DoDos what are you doin'? Ricky have a party Coco it's melting 4 cars/2 yrs gimme a ride Em and Alex get out of here floating cocktails sophomore prom senior prom cruise Tiki open up FY Caro American looking lend me money Dora! bum swan let's not study today here's to all good times it's all over!. Thanx Mom, Dad, Javi and Oo Luv U all.
1/18/67 Miami, FL
6 l{rs. at Belen Y;•ar Book 12 7th and 8th Basketball
7th mrd 8th Baseball Pep Club Student CoUircil
Studying Architecture at Florida lntemational University
22/67 .ami, Florida
1 . .. Belen Basketball ... point-guard, guard, forward, not center Me point guard ha-ha ... First team to beat 4A .. . 28 points vs. ialle "Father, we over slepted" Riviera Beach '84 Zeta tb (Pres ) 14 people in room "We're in the books" tibel83, '84 shaving cream fight '83 "What's the smell in the m? Duran Duran '84 "Emilio, there's a cop next to us" tior Cruise '85? "You should go on Encounter" Encounter urity Do you know Puchi Daryl Hall- John Oats Alex u car's on Fire Mr. Day- 9 points for being nice Maite just ow it in there Alicia, Ralph, Alex and Maite, Pat and Em, Frank, n, Christina, Getty, Madel, Annet, Morna, Tia, Mami, Papi Luv you very much Mom, Pop thanks a lot.
5 yrs at Belen
Basketball 10, 11, 12
Team Captain 10 , 12
Tra ck and Field 12
# 2 in Assists Dade County
Honorable Mention All - Dade Basketball
French Club
Studying at Uni versity of Miami
Lourdes! vieja, negro tequila Village Inn Mar Azul .. . Yony .. . receiver . . . Nicki .. . the Godfather ... Hey Mag and Rob, are we going out tonight? Gus ate the biscuit Alf Pochons . .. How's the stomach P .C.? . .. Hey Itch ... Bring Boobi over here That ' s it Thanks To the future , we'll do it!
6/4/67
Miami, Florida
"I shall pass thru this world but once : any good thing therefore I can do, or any kindness I can show to any human being, let me do it now. Let me not defer it or neglect it, for I shall not pass this way again." )/18/67 [iami, Florida
tllego . . . El Supremo ... #4 . . . El Africano . .. Soccer God . .. Stud Dictador Baldorista Espana # 1 Duran Duran '84 ::>mbre! Cram sessions Lear 3-2 AlA to M.B L.A. rnamic Dou 12/25/82 Encounter Leader '85 Right Barra , thanks for being there Belen cheerleader Weekends at 1gi's FYPA That's It Pace girls Montecarlo Club ::; .E.T .D .F . 89 ... Calculus homework? .. . Iggys's Prelude Service d car jams $7,157.00 S C. Dance gate Spain '82 J T /31/85 . . . Push Up! . . . 750 math ... Gables B-Ball . .. Beer Cheer Spirit Club? Well Close Up '83 sweet R.P Thanx len I love you Mami, Papi, older brothers, younger sisters
6 y rs. at Be len S umma
T-Bird Black (Cuban) Ninja 9-C Warriors Perimeter Road Ziegfields A Bottle of Hullo Kiddo, M.I M Cuban Cruiser The Car Stereo I Worked the beach was the pits "62" the night at Bennetts - BUSTED Manolo Iggy, what about this weekend Mandy? The Beagles of Israel He's my friend Leo You kids ain't kids Thank you mom , Viejo, and the faculty of Belen, I owe you a lot
4/68 iami Beach, Florida
IE PEAR . . . or Yoyi .. . Cornishio . .. wuus Welona . . . Spirit osters . .. Fire-n-Ice ... BeeS ... Oh yeah sure! ... The wrong place The Granada Encounter Security Aren't you gonna hug me? What if something happens to my car? ... Am I the neutral party? Palm Thursday, The Great Blockade . .. Were those real shorts ri? Goofy '84 But Mike I want to be a lawyer Mauro we ven't applied to any college yet! . . . mailbox and trash crew . .. ering after Police concert ... Turnpike 1/4/84 ... I was one good ,king Lourdes girl on Halloween boats CAN be an experience Sticky situations with the astronaut ... George, I brought back the .dence . .. book scam at U.M .. . . Dishonor Roll .. . Ed, she ' s intense Why was I dragged from Ricky's party? . .. Boy this is Klan coun! .. . Mexico!, Bahamas? . . . Thanxs Mami, Papi, Eddy
"If only G1 would give mE clear sign! Li making a lai deposit in
-Zum Ba
What? Who woke me up- Leo 3 in 1 Flankytuti Was it a take home test? Summertime Thursday ' s Zeta club (Treas.) CGYC 2 TD's Crimson Tide and Canes Oscar's Subs P M Riviera Beach Risky Bu s iness Pt. 1 and Pt. 2 Stranded at F T.L Prince Singapore Citizen's arrest Spring Break F.T L. R.M Erick's Velvet Creampuff It's not apple juice Dressed in black- he will haunt you Ish's attractiveness towards cops Swimming with the sharks Jamaica I Donuts and grain Belly flop (ouch) didn't quit , it just wasn't fun anymore Skit party P C. headache No sympathy in cars please A.B.T. (star) in Rand J Who's that floating down the river? It' s J.J. P y g.
Footba l/ 10, 1 1 Stu dy ing at Mia mi- Dad e
CL U B DE LOS A CIDO S CANS AD O S
Se noce consado se vi v e para desc ansar. Amo o ru c o ma como a t i mis mo De cans o duronre el dio, para darm ir Ia n och e Si ves a o/aulen que desca ns o a ytido/o El lrabajo es faiiJa o haaos hoy lo que pu e dos h ocer m ariana
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Cu ando le venga o gao os d e rraba /o r sienrare. es pe ra q ue se re p ose n CLUH DE LOS NACIOO S CANS ADOS
10/20/67
Miami, Florida
SON ! : Tempo The Studs Oye Gordo Se form6 El negro Callate Fernandez Sleaze Let ' s Jack it Where ' s Gage? Sabroso King of Snag Competition Changing from Bicho to Cheerleader Tahuter So uh , Briggs! " Our Paper" Te Detesto El Bisneo What a Brick! Geez I haven ' t studied CHEO CLOSE-UP Baj EL CHOTGUN Bebito Babby you ' re a woosy for everything JOUST EL LOF MACHINE CAN I HAVE AK-A? Up the Creek ESPANA OYE , QUE NO Mambi T.G.E.T.D.F . ' 89 The Be t . Ex istential Test I'm gonna miss thi s place Thanks every one Special thanks to you Mami , Papi
Gus I am hot, I am not sleepy, I am hungry, I want to go to B.K., I want to go home! La Nina alcoholics Gator , the one Pork, do you have any notes Village Inn The best newstand man , two years of preparation Jamie, you know what? you are a wimp Pedro Ding Dong Ish! don ' t eat the pennies Honda Turbo La Jolla Black Shadow La Buena Vida thanks everybody for a great year I Love You MOM , DAD, Ricardo, Lissy, Eddy, Corina, Francisco and you.
When ever I feel like studying I lie down until the feeling goes away.
Yearbook 10, 11, 12
Studying at Miami Dade
1/21/67 Miami, Florida
Lou #10 C.C. trips to Deland Gainesville North Carolina '81 Gatlinburg ski trip '84 Key Biscayne Grapetree, Biscayne VI, Key Colony bridge jumping The Dels Sonesta bust '82 "M" the master how sweet it is Encounter '85 - A.R Jogging Lou two-a-days 16:19 in J.I.L. Barq, it hurts! Hurt it back running is like a prostitute awesome it's done B S C. '84 Movies with everybody that's pretty cool Hey, what's the deal? 10K reps in Dade South I have a meet tomorrow Galen Breakers Dolphins Go For It! The Mile PND's, not ABC's mellow out Thanks Mom, Dad and family (S, K, L, J) I Luv Ya All!
Cro ss Countrv (7 8 9 10 11 , 12) Track (9 10 11 , 12)
4 year Letterman (X-Country/Track)
Most Improved Runn er in X - Country (10) Society 01 Distinguished Am e rican High Schoo Student s National Beta Club (9-12) KeyClub(11 12) Computer Club ( 11) Honor Roll Science Fair Award , Spanish Award All-Conference (X-Cozmtry / Track) (11, 12)
All-Dade H onorab le Mention X-Cozmtry (10 , 11 , 12)
All-Dade Honorable M ention Track (1 1, 12)
Studyin g Indu strial En
Uni versi ty of Miami
Our tragedy today a general an universal physic fear so long st tained by now n we can even bear There are no long problems of tl spirit. There is on the question: Wh will I be blown up? William Faulkn
Feb. 10, 1984 That REO LFP FTW Rand R Nike forever .. . They might think , but they'll never know ... Boca Project Nike Busted I, II Chimas rule Hook, Milk , Eggscum Jorge+ LC Charlie+ Clo Bernard+ Marge By e, Bye, Bugs Cares Didn ' t care I was flying - LC and Red ate my food Headlight Bernard , we're dead Key Colony The Crue The Bosses only Voices Drive Cobra Guave ' s 4ever The Tomatoe LC surprise party Like a rabbit Roadblocks Medicine Pollito 2 nite were on the loose Pink Floyd Riera ' s Patry Guess who Bernard? Charlie, I' m dead FHA Jorge Corts , Alex I love LC Hi Natalie, Mchelle, Mom II . . . Spitscam 9th . . . Well Eddy? . . . Cosmometologist Huh? Palm Thursday Mailbox? LC say Carreta . .. Charlie let's get chased . . . POL Goodyear . . . Heaven Starsky and Hutch 3 girls? . 2 bad Pete and Skip Sue' s mine I'm so wasted Thanx Chimas , Love u Bea, Diana, Mami and Papi The bomb in Spain LC
New Orleans, Louisiana
"The world is full of kings and queens who blind your eyes then steal your dreams"
-Black Sabbath
10-28-66
Miami, FL
SLO POKE FOOTBALL (6-4) #3 Aruba Ariba Spring '84 Mullet . .. mask squeeze ... Altomar . . . Confetti ... Whirlpool "ooh' it feels so good" Club D Those Summer Nights La Salle Rumble POLE VAULT Rocky Mountain High Canterbury Days Father Eddy "PADRE" Wrestling #13
CAPTAIN . .. (Alex, Manny, Cali, Ricky) Buddies forever .. . Pumping Iron LIFE IS A BEACH Hydro Barefooting Key Biscayne ... Cape ... Willy Windsurfer ... Billy Bad ASS . . . Close Call "Alto mar" Crazy Legs Moon Over Aruba FSU Bound Those Summer Nights I will Recall Of My Youth
Boy Ferni GQ Class of '85
Black/Gold T I A Progressive Disco New Wave Rules Disco Rules Senior Skit The Jungle The Grove Can I have a piece of paper?
Computers, what are those? can I graduate if I flunk computers?? make me a tape Ferni Totally awesome Mega to the Max tubular health before anything Hope for everything Expect nothing Life goes arithmetically Tie passes geometrically so enjoy life to its fullest Lisset-nFerni Thanks Mom, I Love You.
Robert, Rob, Gordo
Graduation: all of this for only twelve year's work Well, basically I'm starting my diet today Belen Seniors '85 are the greatest X-posed Dance , Key Club's No. 1 Close-Up and the President College decision: body leaves, heart stays ... SAT Saturdays, 1420, Georgetown Bound ... Term paper and the Mental Holocaust Tio Otto 's Death and Abuelo's illness, tough times ... 9/17/82, Homecomings, Proms, Cherry's, Club Z ... Thank you God For Belen And my teachers, a true educating community; my friends (Rene , Roly, X); Papi y Mami, que me han dado tanto amor ; my sister Mana, without whose help I would've never made it; Erne, who has always understood me and cared so much; and all my family who has given a great example to follow. Thank you most, though, God for lifting me when I felt life dragging me down.
;'You are never given a wish without also being given the power to make it true."
- Richard Bach
9/14/67
Miami Beach, Fla.
9/25/81
CYO's wicked Superior miller Beach Disco is the only way Conan Disney World "Reasons," "Europa," "Just Once" cabin cruiser December 4, 1981 Latin Lover ... Canada 83 . . .Thanks Panch ... Joan Jett .. . "Just call me Jay" this semester I'm getting a 3.0 Cubanito Guataca That's the only way I'm going to pass lend me 30 cents . I do better under pressure "I don't have the keys" under your arm Eric, I can't see let's go skiing Ferni, · help! what's the homework? the big red brawl war with Brian I don't get mad, I get even Pepito just have fun Raul lend me the keys it's so rough "Palm ThursdayYES!" little devil my Princess encounter, are you kidding? I need a tan ''I'm not late" "The maid just walked in" Club Zeta I'd rather be with Elena Thanks guys for the great times Thanks Mom and Dad
Che El Argentino I don't have an accent Dr Fernandez I have a phobia of being fat Dictator of BASES I hate math, and math hates me ... Follow my Impulse ... Billy Idol fan ... Kawasaki .. . Gus, can you come with me to the dealer? Meow Summer of '83 Encounter spirit Airport '85' Those crazy nights with S-A My social life is killing me! I don't drive like a maniac! A busado When I grow up I want to be as fat as L.M S.T. games with Gus The Lawyer Late night at the pool Yes Gus, I have food at my house No problem I've got some candy for you Tutu, baby, sweetheart! Thank you to all my friends and teachers for guiding me along the way Take care Jorge and Xavier Mama y Gordo los quiero mucho, gracias por todo.
5/31/67
New York, New York
Emilio .. . #3 . . . Orlando , what are we going to do tonight? . . . Aggravated As s ault? (Bang Bang) Pink Flo y d laser show Led Zeppelin .. . " Boys, I can see it and I can smell it" ... #2 .. .
BYOB Ba s eball #1 Let ' s make a run Soccer #1 4 y ear letterman (s u x ) BPOE Belen 6, Westminster Christian 4 (1st time ever in history) Charl i e ' s 5th period badge 14 goals out of 19 . . . Th e Yell o w Lemon . . . Spring Break '85 . .. Jackson concert (Nov 2) UFUB Prom ' 85 DO-DO ' s Prince i n Purple Bowl, April 7 .. . Karla . .. Ki ka . .. Litza . .. We graduate on m y birthda y ! 1985, what a year Thanks Mom and Dad I love y ou
Ba seball , 10 , 11 , 12 (co-c aptain) Soccer , 12 (co -c aptain) Vincam , 9
Tambala Cre w 12
Big Brother 12
Danc e Committ ee 12 Pep Club 12 F I U Bu sin ess Administration
Ros Boss and now for something completely different Dith Pran lives late night adventures at U.M the Eliminator
Charles Condomine in Blithe Spirit Harold the Spiritbooster
My Bob notes are gone again McGeorge Bundy Goop! absurdist tales Amadeus lives too The Dreaded Man is driving us crazy with C.U. Comments, Knowledge Bowl, ad infinitum I do not look like Bob typing in the car the wife . I love Opus (Penguin Lust) and Bloom County I love drums too ... Eagle ... Robot Demos ... Escape from Capital Hill ... Fozzie Bear ... Do you have my gas money? ... the ears ... Thanx, Mom + Dad -I love you I love you too, God the radio gets only 97AlA I finally got contact lenses I love Stephen King ... my Brian Johnson hat ... it's been surreal ... riiiight, riiiight ... I love Monty Python ... Niuqrab ... Such is life (a Clemensism)
Toby Pete Mariposa "Hey whimp" RRBB la pinta . . . Club Z .. . Suzanne's .. . Strawberries . . . Sundays .. . Coco Loco the grove D'Pizza Denny's T V Celica GT-S ... Stud #1 ... Encounter is great . .. Pace people ... Nori, Ana, Al, Patty, Marlene the crab B-ball #1 #20 180 degrees, on .. ... Eddy . .. 25¢ at John s Let s crmse sarcasm . . I see mtellectual jig "Hey beautiful" " Gil, can I borrow your I.D.?" "I'm a victim" ha, he, hi, ho, hu Pat's neighbor's house Key Biscayne "She's awesome" the Toyota Club the guav "what a badge" " talking to you" "Can I borrow your tape?" New Wave Disco "are you bitter?" Raj Baj Boys (JI, OR , PK, JG, GN, JH, TP, EF) "What is there to do tonight?" the muela Beverly Hills Cop The parked accident el cochinito el camaro Chico Thank you Mom and Dad ; Thanx God, for everything
6/22/67 Miami, Florida
4 y ears at Belen Student Council 11t h - V P Y earbook (S port s Edi t or) 12 Chri stian Y outh Group 11,12 Key Club 10, 12 Pep Clu b 12 Big Brot eh r 12 Ba sketba/110 , 11 Ma t h Fai r: 2nd pla ce 11 Pr es idential Award Stud yi ng M ed ici ne at U niv of M iami
Clo Chirnas rule ILC Hook , Milk, Egg, Critters , the BRO, Tronqui 68911 Bet 1st & 2nd year Los Tronquis oye erray Kikarnan Commander Carnode Square groopers Elsie you big humongous baby Nike F.T.W The Mazda Pollito Suszanne +Peter Metal Rules Rush Hey Rick Can't Deny Bronco brawl Mirns Pad Clo's Pap Vic remember RYM Clo say mail Charlie that's a little bit cute Careless Whispers The Tomato The Undercover Vette Jam or die The Broharns Andy your tools What's that herd stampeding for? Mintons The day of reckoning Starsky & Hutch Key Biscayne 83, 84 Flying Guayabas SSR 280 fever Three girls? Junior skip day Palm Thursday The lamb of life Babe let's play ping Jorge you're not dead Phil, Sue is mine 280 Turbo MPD Mailbox? Morny, did you hear that Jorge? Cornpass Beave Jones we love you Indy Jackie Stewart Rusty nails Roach strike killer willer diller thriller The nerds love them Canes Bacalous, acalous' douse & louse Shanty Alberto, I don ' t have fingers Jorge loves Elsie Gracias Charo Thanx Uncle Jorge Thanx Chirnas Turtle heads & Horse Thanx a lot and I love you Marni & Papi Why are we so cool?
9/19/67
New Orleans, Louisiana
7th & 8th grade baseball
lOth J. V. football
Thinker 11th & 12th grade
Christian Youth Group
Vincam 9th & 11th
Dance committee Tambala
Racquetball Soccer 12th
Spanish Literature award 1st
Prose & poetry
C- SPAN 11th grade
6 years Belen
Indiana University
Finance
If one cloudy winter's day
You see a pig with wings
He probably won't be flying. But, to get to the point, Don't try to teach this pig to sing. It's a waste of time and annoys the pig.
12/14/67
Miami, Florida
Monte Carlo SS .. . Igg y, did you get paid yet? . . . Trail Bowl . .. Analysi s .5 . . . Burger King #80 ... Luis, read my research paper and give me an honest opinion! .. . Roly, let's go out this weekend NEXT! Kansas City Chiefs is only the name of my bowling team ... Monte Carlo Club .. . #44 ... #28 Cayle Yarbrough . . . Co-Photo Editor Yearbook, right . . . Chino, let me see the pictures No , I don't need a hair cut Mrs. Bango ' s "little Milton" Will y , let ' s go take a picture at Ziegfield ' s . . . Coral Gables Hospital .. . I'm a Dietar y Specialist . . . It' s over, Thanks Mom and Dad.
Al the pal ... Maite ... What? ... Zeta Club ... Rafa Shnoza ... Chango! Don't worry, let Tom-n-Al take care of it We had homework? .. . Encounter ... Don't worry, he won't kill us . . .
JOURNEY #1 trip to Duran Duran FYPA sword and magic helmet? ... Would Ward is come? .. . Bleh! .. . nice face ... hey Maite, What's up girls, girls, it's not nice to point yeah, sure, right Murphey and Carlin Dinner at Maite's Are you HIP?? Official basketball photographer Sarasota Lido Beach . 3 I 3 I 84 no blood - no foul Yogi Chicken w I cheese Thanx mom, pop, bros , and everyone who helped me along the way Luv ya all!!!
I'm finally out in the cl ear and I'm fre ' I've got dreams I'm livin ' for I'm mm ing on w here
11/12/67 Miami
Finally Life's just a party! Monkey Mickey Study, who me? Risky Business Fanatico Locaria Beach Bum Fallo del Gallo Loose muscle Disco No. 1 Party Animal Expect the unexpected Hit and Run lover Konover affair Sherton Memorial Bang me? Soy un tipo passivo 2-Club What? Apollo Pitbull
You'd be surprised Does it make a difference D C. parties Look at those chicks Virgin Poll Crazy family The primos Westchester 30 and 80 The future is mine Yeah, I guess It was a guy Strip '85 Grove Back Street Where the girls are Sun worshiping Get around Estoy loco Revenge is sweet Body master No pain, no gain El Grupito The right tool for the right job You got you head up you Guess Whatever Who me? Me and my Z Pace Las locas St. B Nerd God, Mami, Papi, and Jose I love you and thanks guys fo memories
Luis 7/10/83 "Yeah Sure" NGLYG "V" The ABA
I'll take the Ferrari B-Ball #25 Finally Dunked Robert T. ain't R.M. great Doggie Ciego Cilia El Supremo Xmas at Augi's The Round Table Chern Final? Royal Biscayne! Torn, Augi , Me 6 yrs ABBCBC L.A.? Pizza Hut! A Bridge? Sip Down 5th Period . 1 P M FYP A Calculus, Ha! Surprise Augi Encounter the match Valla I need a "B" Ice 9 Btv Kick Off The Boys French Club Excursion Spider Garnes We fit in the Bronco?! Pancho L+S it's been fun! Ivan 2LLPITW Looks like Miami's for me My punching bag Super Fly? Teddy Bear Loaf Love Boat Fingers Nice Lines "Maribel Too " Makos Rule! Let Valla drive Right Hand 3 curled finger x divided by y rule Senior Prom Ha ver dime porque? DPHVPHPP Corne fishing with us Vivi , Love Ya Morn and Dad you're the best!!! LAV
5/6/67
New York, New York
6 !fro at Bl'ien Ba,;ket1Jt71/ w, 11, 12
French Club 11 ( Trca,; .) Beta C/ul> 11,12
Kclf Clu l> W , 11 , 12
Brother 12 H omeroom Rq>reo;cntatll •e 12
Tom bo/a Crew 12
Chri,;tian Leadm;hip 12
Studying Computer Eng ineer ing at The Uni uer,;ity of Miami
the journey ends, tied your knots, you m your friends, you left scene without a trace, hand on the ground, hand in space."
- RicOcasel
19/67 ::>ston, Massachusetts
1ggie Dopgie 0 #74 Football !1 0 0 Homecoming 1 Bohche #3 Goal-lme stand The 0 6-4 The mnd Table L.A.? Pizza Hut!! FYPA Z-screen, again? ench I 12/25/82 Trig, at Vilas house? Summer Camp '84
Ale , George, Chichi Thanks R.Po We're leaving at 6 :30? tlla Chuck , shave you, too, Carlos Encounter ' 84 adie , Chuck Suicide Prevention Center BELEN 7, Pace 6 mck , bring Johnny W o along We "talked" Encounter newal??? Grad Nite ' 85 Big Red 3/4/85 I heart you? How tacky luv ya Olgui ICFTFA Thanks Mom
Where do I start .. . Cut your hair . .. The Boo says "one little, two little, three little" Seniors '85 #1 "What's up Doc?" (Dr. Beat) Encounter #1 Scambio 3 . M O. (2/3/85) R.E.O. (Dec.15) Free fifth period It's at the Grove J.J .... "Good" Friday ... (B.H.) Memorial . .. H.P. Biology ... Hermida and the 3 dwarfs . . . I love Maggie The YACA bunch Eye docter (20/20) . . . Good shot Petey ... The Barrel . . . A.S.T.C. . . . Ernie's clam conference . . . Pace visits ... can we use liquid paper? .. . Thanks to all my friends because I've enjoyed their friendship and thanks Mom, Dad, Ricky, Maggie and all my wonderful teachers who have helped me make it through!
6/17/67
Lakeland, Florida
6 yrs at Belen Beta Club Kelf Club Soccer 9 Astronomy 7, 8 Computer Club 9, 10 Studying at the University of
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The Echoes sta1 would like to pay i1 respects to Mr. Sa: Pedro, and to stat its thanks to a rna: who served th · Belen communi!' for so many yea1 with extrem• responsibility faithfulness an« commitment. worked here a Belen until the las few days of his e)( emplary life showed us how live and die wit] both honor an« dignity.
May He Rest in Peace
Oct. 9,1984
As we look back on the 1984-85 school year in Belen, we can agree that it was one of the best in the school's history. Not only did the school excel in academics and service, but it showed great improvement in its sports program. This year the Wolverine football ' team accomplished a great feat by going 6 and 4, their first winning season in 5 years. Not to be outdone, the basketball team posted one of their highest records ever and easily made it to the District Playoffs. The tennis team unbelievably improved their record as all-star Hector Ortiz was voted into the all-Dade team. Eric Alvarez . helped the, Cross Country and Track teams with his all-State speed. Even the newest sport, Wrestling, introduced to Belen this year, was
very successful. Belen easily defeated other teams that had years of experience. Surely Belen sports lock promising for the future!
This was also a good · year for Belen clubs.
The Key Club emerged at the state level by having Peter Quiros elected Lieutenant Governor. They also brought Belen one of its best dances ever by having pop group X-Posed perform live. Student Council also some ground-shaktng dances to Belen. Among these was a video dance. With over 1,800 people attending, B- TV was a huge success. Student Council also showed their presence at the state level by ruling over the FASC (Florida Association of Student Councils). BASES had one of its most prosperous years with several new
members joining each of the different branches. All in all, Belen clubs flourished tremendous! y.
With respect to spirituality, the Campus Ministry Department has developed extensive programs in retreats, special masses, encounters and even a new Confirmation Ceremony, as well as a new class on Christian Leadership. Students again went to Santo Domingo to offer their help to the poor and needy. Along with all this, a new Tabernacle was put in the chapel. Other additions to the school include 3 new sixth grade classes and a bigger, better summer camp.
The Seniors said their goodbyes in a beautiful ceremony highlighted by one of the most moving speeches ever given by a Belen V aledictorian; Xavier Briggs.
We tried to go a step beyond this year, and to quote Xavier, uso it has been a time to look back, in joy and not regret, and a time to remember that soon, very soon, it will be time to set new goals and scale a few more mountain tops."
