For sponsorship information contact mdemola@belenjesuit.org
Special thanks to: Cres Ruiz, Javier Mariscal, Jose Lopez Varela, and Peter Montadas
When the Jesuits come from Cuba in 1961 they brought with them very few posses;ions and almost no money. 13ut hey did bring with them a strong aith, a faith which told them deep :town inside that everything ¥ould turn out for the best Even hough Belen has hod its ups and , jowns in the post 25 years, it has .>een this un.;werving faith in ::,od which has ;een us through.
Todoy, Belen )ffers more than ; ust academics. lelen students lre given the opportunity to participate in a wide variety of r ei igious activities. There ore mosses celebrated every morning in the chapel. Prayer services led by
members of the faculty ore held once a week during students' lunch hour Families ore given the opportunity to reflect during the "encuentros familia res". The sacraments of First Communion and Confirmation ore offered to those who hove not yet received them. Special school-wide mosses ore held on special days such as the first day of classes or the day of Our Lady of 13elen In addition to this there is also counseling available to the students. Finally, Encounte r, which is open for juniors and seniors and is done in conjunction with Pace High School, provides the opportunities for spiritual growth, psychological growth, and the chance to make lasting friendships and grow closer to those around us
Above Left - Father Ripoll, today head spiritual counselor at Belen , administers the Eucharist to a student during a moss celebrated in 196.3
Above Right- Vicente·Novas receives confirmation.
Right- Doily Commun ion is very important to " Father" P. A Hernandez.
Twenty-five Years Later
We've Come a
Long Way
In 1961 there was a spirit of protest around the nation. The hippie movement was alive and well and sit-ins were a way of life. Although Belen was most certainly a part of what was going on , the special events of the day reflected a different intensity. Tombola, · pep rallies, Homecoming, and other special events in Belen always had a flavor of their own. Through the years these have evolved quite a bit.
During the first year or so Belen had to sacrifice. The size of the Tom bola reflected the circumstances and practicality had to be taken into account. There was no way to hold a large festival when the school was operating out of the second floor of the Gesu school. But eventually the school was moved to the 8th
street location and the size of special events grew. Even though the band at pep rallies was forced to play from the roof while students cheered below, it was an improvement Over the next few years conditions were to gradually improve as Homecoming became a tradi t ion and grew qui t e elaborate.
Finally, in 1981, Belen moved to its present location. Since then the Tom bola has added rides and attracted a larger crowd Homecoming Week is enhanced by activities. Pep rallies reflect the enthusiasm which is prevalent throughout the school, and dances held in the cen t er patio have become a great success story
Above - Cluttered ofront one of the walls in a series expertly created by Augusto Lopez; Poblp Hernandez, and Carlos Torres de Navarro , stand a few -other seniors who helped with the decorations for the Mardi Gras. From Left to Right, Top to Bottom ore: Jorge Padron, Kevin Deeb, Tinefe Tejera, Pablo Uribosterro, Javier Mariscal, Juan Barrinogo, Carlos Torres, Jorge Cos, Carlos Bravo, and Augusto Lopez. Inset - Fashions were considerably different in 1970 when this picture was token at a Belen Junior-Senior Prom
Left - Joe Rodriguez, Roberto Granda!, Alex Grovier, and Ernie Portuondo "create havoc" during on inspirational moment in Homecoming Week.
Dreams Coming True Olympic Size PoOl
Under Construction
!though there were many sports offered at the Belen in Havana, when the school was forced to leave, funding them became difficult. In 1961 only one sport, basketball, organized for com tion. It was played on outdoor courts of Gesu School.
Although the move the 8th Street build provided an improvement in the academic atmosphere, the sports facilities remained essentially the same. All varsity sports were played on the athletic fields of other schools.
Locker facilities were cuticleson the wall of an outside room. It wasn't until the building of football field in the new school in 1 that Belen was able to pi its first "home" game. day, in addition to the ball field, Belen has tenn courts, outdoor basketball courts, a baseball field, and pool which is presently unde construction. Varsity sports include tennis, golf, swimming, baseball, basketball, soccer, track, cross-country, football, and wrestling. Plans for the future include a field house and a gymnasium complex.
BASKET BALL
right ----:- Manny Hadad takes a quick break an the side lines at the Belen-Columbus game before he's put back into the game.
Bottom right - Richard Lorenzo struggles aggressively to gain control of the soccer ball at practice
Above - In its first year in Miami, the Belen community was able to form but one athletic team: basketball.
Top right- Richard Torre, one of the finest CrossCountry athletes Belen has ever seen, puts in his all at every meet
Top left- Annie Oliver, one of Belen's younger cheerleaders, cheers our football team on before a big game
Above - Andres Jimenez, while admiring his new manicure, aggressively attempts to pin down a Cur,ey opponent ·
Left- Augusto Lopez and Carlos Torres successfully manage tG enact a struggle before the camera while attending a Belen pep rally.
When the Jesuits were expelled from Cuba in May of 1961 they · wasted no time in founding a Belen School which was to continue in the tradition that had been estaQiished over 100 years before.
Belen moved to the top floor of Gesu School with barely 200 students, most of them former students from the Belen in Cuba. All the teachers were priests. There was no uniform required; instead, students came dressed in dress-shirts and neckties. Lunch had to be served in the Gesu cafeteria after the students from that had finished eating. It would be more than a year before the school could be moved to its old 8th Street location, then a one story dance hall. Two years later the second floor was added. Finally,
in 1981 Belen moved to its present location.
Among the familiar faces which were present at the second founding of Belen were Fr. Ripoll, Fr. Sardinias, and Fr. Tey. Fr. Eddy Alvarez was one of the first pupils of the new Belen.
We have come a long way since the days when Belen was at Gesu. We now have classes in a wide variety of subjects, from speech to business, computers to humanities. Today, over 800 students attend Belen and a new sixth grade was added at the beginning of this year Students enjoy the use of the new Ramon Guiteras Library and such literary traditions as ·Vincom and Echoes have grown and developed.
RIGHT-In a futile attempt to get on "A" on the infomovs Bongonic term paper, waves of seniors the F I.U. library brif)ging to the quiet campus.
Below- In 9 dynamic speech to new inductees, Alpert Gross enlightens the audience on the qualities ROssessed by a Notional Honor SoCiety
Top right- Mrs. Jimenez explains how "foiling isn't all bod, as long as one learns a lesson ." The student seems to be faking a smile
Left - Mrs Vila gives us a big smile as Fr. Figueredo , Fr Marcelino, and Mrs Smith look on while attending on NHS function Inset- the first Belen Administration in Miami : 1961
Being the pock of opportunists that they are the members of 9-C toke a chance to plan organized chaos in the absence of their teacher
Special Events
It was a bonner year for special events throughout the school. Much credit must be attributed to t he Senior class of '86 Their spirit and unity provided fine examples for the underclassmen to follow and admire.
Homecoming was a smashing success this year. From the ever popular and rowdy "hotand-jean '' day , to the enormous thr ills of bobbing for apples in vermin-infested water , to the "boci<Cistoge boj" in the preparat ion of one of the funniest Senior si<Ciits to dote , Homecoming weei<Ci served to unite the entire school and create on enormous feeling of spirit within each and every soul.
To odd to the "good times" throughout t he year , Key Club won yet another 1-95 dance
by woii<Ciing God I<Cinows how many miles in the excruciating heat of the sun Key Club was also responsible for the enormous success of father-and-son day, and the inter-state cooperation against drugs which united the school under 13.A.D D.
Finally , in addition to these others , Belen held its annually infamous Tom bolo With its great Cuban food, illegal gambling at "Los Vegas, " and the sheer thrills of the midway (largely due to the popularity of the Groviton), the Tombolo was on enormous success. The first prize in the lottery, the speed-boot, was won by one of our own seniors, and the Senior Dance on Sunday night, Mardi Gras , with its fantastic decor , hod to t urn away couples because of over crowding. Once again, it was a helluva year!
Se niors Sho ut Us On!''
The senior sl<iit is always one of the most enjoyable events of the Homecoming Weel<i. However , very often the student body doesn ' t realize the amount of worl<i that it actually tol<ies to put on o production of this caliber.
The entire senior class participated in some way in this year ' s sl<iit and the result was as satisfying to the seniors as it was to the student body [3efore any actual roles were decided it was necessary to write o script. Once again Sigrid [3ongo come through and with the help of her creative writing and speech class , o preliminary script was written within two weel<is The seniors then started having mock rehearsals at night in the school auditorium and slowly but surely the roles were given out and the sl<iit began to tol<ie form. After three weel<is of practice the seniors were ready to perform in front of o live audience The skit was performed six times during the day and twice that night. [3y the end of that day the seniors were ready to hong up their wigs and dresses and relax!
Although the senior sl<iit is on enjoyable event for the rest of the school , it is mainly o unifying event for the seniors. We learned to work together and it is on
event many of us will cherish foreve r. All this would hove never tol<ien place however, if it were not for the dedication and effort exerted by some very special faculty Sigrid [3ongo offered her directing techniques and writing abilities Mrs. Vila offered her sl<iill in putting on mol<ie-up and that wasn't easy considering we were all guys and weren ' t exactly used to having mol<ie-up put on us Mr [3rion Wentzel along with Phil Dombowtsl<ii offered their help and attended every rehearsal to make sure things were running smoothly Mrs Hewitt , Mrs Lourdes Moiler , and Ms Patricio Woodward also gave countless hours to help us out To all these special faculty we give o sincere Thank You!
and
Javier Mariscal and Jose Lopez show their acting ability as Jimmy Perez and Mr. Nunez
Julio Trias and Juan 13arinago captivate the audien ce with their true to life portrayal of two nerds.
Sean Lynch
Augusto Lopez steal the show os Do u g and Wendy Whine r, while Peter Scrocca ortempts to relieve them of their misery os Nondo
Ve rdeja and Pablo Hernandez-Villalon show a vulgar display of wealth as the Principal and Secretory of Ransom Everglades
Angelo Longo, Jose Menendez, Eddy Rodriguez , Kevin Deeb , Jose l3oloyra, Arnie Paniagua , William Muir, Tony Valdez , Tony Franyie and Jorge Padron show their " other side" as the Rambettes
Tina Tejera , as coach Wagner, and Jorge Cinco prepare to go to the jungle
Mike
Sophomores show what true Wolverine pride is all about.
Dennis Gonzalez, Gus Fernandez and Rafael Espinosa show their dates a great Belen Homecoming time!
Luis Vazquez does his portrayal of Mr Pichardo at bat
Konover Rocl"\s
Homecoming Week ended with a bang! Among the last events of the week was the Senior /Faculty softball game _ We got the opportunity to see just how good the teachers could function on our turf. The faculty gave it a good shot but the seniors were simply overpowering and showed no mercy.
The final event was the Homecoming Dance. The dance was held at the Konover hotel in Miami Beach and was truly one of the best ever. Eruption
played and kept the party going until well past twelve
The 1985-1986 Homecoming Week featured several special factors which helped to contribute to its success Not only was this the twenty-fifth anniversary of Belen in Miami but this also marked the largest senior class t o participate in the senior skit and this was the first year sixth graders partic ipated in a Belen Homecoming Week
Teo Rosell, Cristy Rojas , Oscar 13ust illo , Yoyi Arozozo and Rafael Espinosa wove Hello while Charlie Armengol towers over the top
Manny
Is Jeremy Longo such a bad dude?
a bedtime story about how a bill becomes a low
Eddy Munoz, Benny Digon , Armando Fiterre, Jorge Va ss eur , Carlos 13rovo , Salvador Sotomayor , Rafael Espinosa , Emilio Rangel all graciously pose while Mrs Vila , Jorge Padron and Eddy Perez show off their strange taste in hots
Hadad , reads Jose Cil
Hats, Shades, Banners Show Homecoming Spiritl
Throughout the history of 8elen, Homecoming Week has always been a long awaited event Every year new events ore planned to help get the whole school involved This year was no exception Homecoming Week began with hot, shades, tie and jeans day. The students participated stupendously and we sow all types of strange hots and ties The faculty also got involved and the day was a tremendous success
Color day was marked by on array of bonners and streamers lining the stairs and hallways in the traditional school colors of blue and gold.
On Thursday the entire school was treated to the film, The Karate Kid. It was on inspiring film which encouraged unity and spirit throughout the school. Friday was marked by field activities
which everyone enjoyed
Perhaps the main events however, tool<i place on Saturday. In the post we hod to host Homecoming games at someone else's field but for the lost four years we hove hod the opportunity to host the game on our own field
Although the Ransom Raiders proved to be a better team than expected and defeated us 24 to 7 we managed to l<ieep our spirits high and enjoy the donee at the end of the weel<i
It is important to note that it was through the joint effort of Student Council, faculty, administration, and student body that this Homecoming Weel<i was as great a success as it was and it will always be seen as on inspiration in the future years to come.
Andres Den Armas proudly displays his Fez, while Sean prefers the more feminine look
Jorge Delgado shows off his apple eating abilities
We Dedicate This
To Mrs. Bongo "SIG"
Mrs Sigrid 13ongo, or " Sig " as she is sometimes called affectionately by the seniors has now been teaching at 13elen since the fall of 197.3 although she left for two years when she went to live in Venezuela when her husband was transferred there During her years here she has built a solid reputation for being one of the best educators in this school one who motivates her students to do the best thqt they con do be the best that they con be Her classes ore well-organized , dynamic, intense , yet fun because of her open pe'rsonolity and friendly, honest manner. She is a very smart lady who gets the seniors to work hard , read, write research papers, and most of all , think Presently, Mrs. 13ongo teaches twelfth grade world literature, creative writing, and speech and drama, although in · the pcist she has taught American literature , 13ritish literature , Humanities II and both
journolisms
In 197.3 she started the Forensics club at 13elen and led the team to many victories even on the notional level. She has produced the school newspaper in the post as well as the school yearbook tor the post five years.
Aside from the contributions she to 13elen ' s academic life, she has always ben instrumental in bringing unity and spirit to the senior class This is especially evident in her production of the now very popular and famous Senior Skit which she has now been directing for the post 6 years. It is during this time that 13elen seniors begin to appreciate her the most as a friend who sets the best example by practicing what she preaches with respect to giving generously of her time and creative efforts
She's also been instrumental in the transformation of a blond auditorium
into a cove a jungle and a Mardi Gras celebration for Tambala. The seniors turn out in hordes at her request to work together and show their spirit as a class at her inspiration. At the end of the! she helps put on a r.ostolgic slide-Show reminisc ing about the great times the seniors hove hod in their 6 years at 13elen. It then becomes time to soy so long , but never goodbye for Mrs. 13ongo is always remembered and visited by her old alumni.
For all the outstanding quality teaching, and love and devotion that she has shown her students through the years, we proudly dedicate this yearbook to Mrs. 13ongo. In the words of Albert Xiques, " There was never a senior event that wasn ' t better because Mrs. 13ongo hod a port in it. " This is her losr yearbook. Although it ' s late, we hope it's t he best so for.
Annual Test in Hyper Activity
What a week-end! We were up to our ears in Tombola tickets, Cuban food, loud music, and fast rides, and we loved it! It's an annual test in hyper-activity and hyper tension. Inspired by the enormous senior display of spirit, Mrs. H's eighth grade homeroom led the school in Tom bola ticket sales. The seniors were also successful
in transforming a drab, life-less auditorium into the intense and festive atmosphere found at Bourbon Street during Mardi Gras, and this was duplicated to the hilt, including street lamps, huge decorative masks, sparkling glitter, bright neon lights, tons of confetti, and un-restricted partying! Spirit heightened increasingly when , by a quirk
of fate, a senior, Jorge Mora, won prize, $10,000! The rusty rides ran taste · than ever this year centering predominan! ly around the Gravitron; a monstrous e> ample of human defiance of Newton 1 law. All in all, it was a memorable Torr bola specifically because we all had on1 hell of a time!
Above - Jose Soldarriaga tries his luck at one of the many games found on school grounds during
Left - Jeff Garcia attempts to win himself some cold cash at Crazy 7' s
Opposite - Belen tries to accommodate kids of all ages so they take special care in renting children's rides for the little brothers and sisters of many Belen students.
Tom bola in the hopes of winning a stuffed Panda bear.
Right- The crock team of Belen's own G I. Joe boys use extreme caution as they patrol the fair grounds on the look out for vandals, drunkards, thieves, and other such vermin who might be terrorizing the young children.
For right- Being a senior involves bock-breaking work, especially if you're in Mrs. Vila's Analysis Ill class. One day we even hod to make paper flowers! Con you imagine? Pictured ore Carlos Torres, Augusto Lopez, and Albert DeCordenos.
Below - Mrs. Bongo. the bock-bone of the senior class. is shown here once again placing the school before the family as she gives of her free time in order to administer the money matters at the entrance to Mardi Gras. Mr Wentzel looks as Jose Sanchez reports on the progress of the donee.
Below- Getting down, New Orleans style!
Below middle- Richard Torra performs the excruciatingly painful task of rolling paper!
Left middle- Though reminiscent of o New York subway cor, the auditorium walls, decorated expertly by Carlos Torres, Pablo Hernandez, and Augusto Lopez, were exemplary representations of New Orlean ' s Bourbon Street
Below bottom- Come on in ..•
Left- Augusto Lopez and Jorge Sontomorino construct one of the five spectacular Mardi Gras masks used during the festivities.
Jorge Cos, Carlos
Jorge
and
Below - Members of the senior class of 1986 pose for a shot before they each go their separate ways.
From top to bottom, left to right; Sean Lynch, Tony Franyie, Albert Decardenas, Carlos Bravo, Jorge Mora, Tinerfe Tejera, Jorge Padron, Joe Lorenzo, Juan Borrinaga, Jose Sanchez, Jorge Garcia, Peter Scrocca, Luis Vazquez, Pablo,Uribostera, Kevin Deeb, Carlos Torres, Tony Garcia, Emilio Rangel, Jorge Cos, Mario Fernandez, Javier Mariscal, Alex Daire. Hector Ortiz, Jorge Santamarina, Jose Lopez, Armando Fitere, Augusto Lopez, Pablo Hernandez, raising hell at Mardi Gras!
Right-
Bravo,
Mora,
others were busy making flowers on Friday, the day before Tombola weekend.
Left- Koty Vila and Mom work during Tambala -cute baby Mrs V !
Middle left- Naldo Gonzalez and Eric Bellon socializing at Sunday ' s donee
Middle right- M ario Fernandez slow dancing with his girl friend
Bottom left- M iche le Garcia, Eva Lopez, and friends pose for a shot at the donee.
Bottom right- Jerry Garcia, Eduardo Blanco, Tere Artecmo and Lourdes Togores Iough it up at Noche Romano, a Fund Raising dinner given during Tombolo.
Thanks to the Student Council and the Key Club, Belen has hod another successful year of donees. This year featured exciting new bands such OS y -Knot a no Cameo Appearance and also showcased "veterans" of the rock-and-roll scene, including Eruption and The Tomboys Junior Jose Cil states ; "The donees this year really rocked, everyone danced the night away and hod a great time."
The Belen Key Club joined in and held a few head-banging dances. Once again, the Key Club won the privilege of having
at Belen
Y-100 and 1-95 host two of the donees. One of these dances featured the disco sensation EXPOSE, strutting their stuff to thousands of fans in Belen ' s own backyard. The donees this year raised plenty of money, which was put to good use. The Stu.dent Council donated $10,000 to be used to build the new swimming facility. Key Cub was also generous, donating $14,000 to charities in the Greater Miami area and to special projects within the school.
Top right: The crowd parties all night.
Above: Joey Alvarez and date enjoy a NONalcoholic Rum-n-Coke
Center : Pablo Junco and Ralph Anrich mingle with the girls
Right : A wild and crazy bunch?!?
Top
Top right : "Did I ever tell you you're cross-eyed?"
Left: Eddy Fernandez and date relax for awhile
Above : "Will you marry me?"
left: Kim Bongo (Sig's daughter!) and friend Barbara discuss the evenings proceedings
Right : Juniors show their stuff!!
Below : The next step for Joe Granda is Donee Fever
Bottom Right : Eruption rocks the night away!
Below: Henry Landa and friend take a break to pose.
Bottom left: "Do you wanna dance!?!" (Hircio Barrios and Ralph Herreras)
Bottom right : Party Animalslll
Rowdy Sophs Party at Prom
THE 1986 SOPHOMORE PROM
Partying the night away was never better for this year's sophomores. The sophomores held their prom at The Sonesta Beach Hotel on April 18, where they danced and dined from 8 o'clock to 1 o'clock.
This year's prom marked the Belen debut of Y-Knot, who along with a D.J., provided the night's entertainment. While the D.J.'s choice of music and mixes brought everyone out onto the dance floor, the night's attraction turned out to be Y-Knot. Their popularity was so great that they went on to play at the next Belen
dance following the prom.
The turnout for the prom was not as great as it has been in past years. About ninety couples attended,! which seemed to make it a morE1 cozy environment. Many of the couples attending arrived in style , 1 coming in limousi(les. This only ac cented the sophomores' opportunity to dress up and attend a affair.
Thanks to everyone involved who worked so hard on the prom, especially Mr. Armando Rodriguez, and Mrs. Smith, the prom was a success.
Above: Mike Donne!, Gus Martinez, Sixto Ferro, and Juan Varela and their dotes spend one of the quieter moments of the night eating their dinner.
Top: Y-Knot rocked the sophomores all night long.
Left : By their expressions, you con tell Juan Delgado and his dote hod fun
Top: John Garcia and dote enjoying the prom in matching blue!
Left : Juan Delgado, Javi Martinez, Juan Delgado and Jose Romano wearing shades and hot get down while Maurice Milton towers over them
Above : George Mora l and Fernando Pumores plan on starting a party of their own.
Top left : George and Luli Gomez show their moves!
Top right : Act natural, don't look at the camera! Perez-Abreu just smiles
Top: Carlos and Maurice show off their duds
Right : Their smiles seem to be saying, blondes do hove more fun!
Left: I came with the three of them!
Bottom : Martinez-Padilla and dote enjoying the delicious cuisine
Science Fair
Above : Mr. Fernandez evaluates one of his student ' s project.
Right : Belen taxidermist shows off his work.
For right : The 1986 Belen Science Fair runner-up project
Center : Jorge Valdes displays his project
Above left: Belen Science Fair Senior Division winners : (left to right) 1st row- 0 Echegaray, Mr. Pichardo, F. De Zarraga, 2nd row -A Fernandez, L. Albelaez, M. Casals, R Feo, Jrd row- D Flor, A Abril
Above: Science Fair participants with coordinator, Mr. Pichardo
Above: Mr. Hernandez grades students' work
Belen to a Different Beat
Fiesta Latina
The Fiesta Latino, which took place on April 26, 1986, was one of the most successful parties in Belen's history! Accompanied by the music of The Judges' Nephews and Continental Bross, Belen jammed the whole night through. With the cooperation and involvement of many of the adults, a Iorge sum of money was mode ond everything turned out great, hpoefully setting a precedent for future parties The much needed ticket money goes to athletics, clubs and special e:vents.
Continental Brass "congas" the night away! (center)
Fa t he r Sardinas and Mr Carlos Alvarez watch the serious dancers (Below)
M rs. Lucile Jimenez and Mrs. Berta Alvarez enjoy the fruits of their Iabar. The school is very grateful for their tremendous involvement (Far right)
M r. and M rs. Gaston and Olga Macau and Mrs. Ana Maria Kredi are very involved in the school's parent association Here they enjoy the music before dinner is served.
Above right : Fr Marcelino Garcia S J., president of Belen , happily thanks all who 'turned out' to make the Fiesta Latino such a success
Above: Mr. Leo Nunez, assistant principal for academics at Belen , shows a "tender " moment
M rs. Deatrlz Jemlnez and spouse Fernando, and Mrs Mario Elena CortoyoUrves and spouse Aldo smile on Saturday night. (Monday , bock to grading papers!)
Belen Alumni
Reunite
Thanks to the exhaustive work of Father Dorta-Duque, the Belen alumni is alive and thriving Father Dorta has a mailing list of over 3000 alumni that spans several cities Students from a myriad of classes gather to talk over old times and reminisce about the past at the many dinners, luches and gatherings organized by the Alumni Office It's important to keep Belen alive in our hearts even after we leave its walls!
Top- Closs of 1971
Middle - Closs of 1960 celebrates their Silver Anniversary
M iddle left - Class of 1965 that never graduated because of the Communist Revolution in Cuba.
Bottom- The Class of 1975 in their 10 year reunion.
Top- Closs of 1956 poses during Alumni Doy
Middle - Closs of 1945 Reunion
Bottom - Closs of 1935 celebrate their Golden Anniversary
We Are Future Alumni!
When entering Belen in the 6th grade the thoughts of being an alumnus never cross our minds. Yet, in seven years we leave the school and try to put into ef· feet what we've learned in its walls. We then keep the Belen spirit alive in the many fields that we participate in. The Belen community would like to thank all the Belen alumni who help to keep alive this spirit by attending the many Belen functions, by contributing monetarily to the school and by maintaining the values that a Belen education has instilled in them.
Underclassmen
Even though a student's high school experience obviously culminates in a great senior year, the years spent as underclossmen ore some of the most important , and enjoyable.
Seniors may be the example-setters and leaders of the school, but, without a spirited student body to participate actively in Belen a
better place to be, this lodership means little.
Each class should the most of every year. Each student should be involved in his school, get the most out of on outstanding education and growing experience, and forward to the day when he con with pride and soy that he was a graduate of Belen.
Below: Delen students ore looking younger and younger!
Agustin Abalo
Ralph Abreu
Felipe Aguel
JaimeAIIeyn
Nestor Alvarz
Carlos Amorin
Ricardo Arce
Javier Argamasilla
Eric Arguelles
Gustavo Aviles
Alejandro Bellina
Francisco Borbolla
Carlos Busquets
Roberto Caballero
Alfredo Calderon
Javier Ceide
Rene Colina
Carlos Danger
Gonzalo De La Iglesia
Javier De La Vega
Bernardo Del Riesgo
Christopher Descalzo
Gabriel Diaz Bergnes
Jorge Escala II
Fernand Fernandez
Alen Garcia
Alejandro Garcia
Rene Garcia
Pedro Garcia Carrillo
Eduardo Garcia Rivera
Carlos Gomez
Julio Gonder
Javier Gonzalez
Stephen Gonzalez Llanes
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r= inding spore time during the school day isn't easy, but when I do I like to spend it in the library reading," stated Jorell Hernandez, a sixth grader striving to succeed.
Although, it is always bustling with activity, the library offers many students a place to study for the many tests they encounter during the week Unlike some schools, we here at Belen ore fortunate enough to hove the opportunity to use such a facility to enrich our learning and educational experience.
Jorell later went on to odd that he and many of his friends enjoy going to the library after lunch, and that's where they con usually be found. It is much more desirable to hove these students getting ahead in their studies during their free time, rather than them allowing it to loy idle
Hopefully, the popularity of the library will continue to grow, and more students will toke advantage of its resources.
Jorell Hernandez
Daniel Herron
Howard Horstmann
Alejandro Hoyos
Rafael Juncoso
Mario Lamar
Alejandro Leon
Paul Lebeck
Christopher Lopez
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Juan Lopez
Victor Lugo
Gaston Macau
Andrew Morin
Florentino Mas
Thomas Mauri
Alfredo Olivo
Francisco Ortego
Otto Ortego
Carlos Pernos
Antonio Perez
Pedro Perez
Juan Pintado
Raul Planas
Juan Pujol
Brion Radcliff
Alejandro Robles
Jorge Roco
Vincent Roger Ricardo Romogoso
Ignacio Segurolo
Rafael Serrano
Jorge Serret
Jose Sobrodo
Anthony Sol
Alberto Soso
Ricardo Souto
Nelson Torocido
Nelson Torke
Manuel de Jesus Ulfe
Carlos Velez
Alexander Villosuso
Carlos Zorroluqui
Carlos Zumpano
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Valentine 131ue§
It' s hard to tell someone you love them, especially when you're a guy and all those macho feelings get in the way So when Volentine's Day rolls around some people start to feel a little uncomfortable.
"The only thing I liked about Volentine's Day was the candy, but this year it has become more fun," said Jose Sobrodo. Why is it becoming more fun as opposed to repulsive? One reason is that the sixth graders decided to make it fun, and with the help of Mrs Barbaro Smith, they succeeded. They proceeded to make little heart-shaped cords, as many as they wonted and then handed them to the people they love. Too sentimental - their excuse was, "hey I'll do anything to get out of class!''
Someday I'll reoch the top.
Ignacio Abello
Vicente Acosta
Gion-Morcel Adreoni
Francisco Aixolo
Rodolfo Alejandro
Jose Alfonso
Israel Alfonso
Eduardo Allen
Alexander Almazan
David Alvarado
Hugo Alvarez
Luis Alvarez
Gabriel Anseeuw
Richard Azon
Daniel Bolder
Franco Borbeite
Sean Bouzoy
German Beci
Sergio Bello
Jorge Bernal
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Hector Buigos
Richard Blanco
Ruben Brizuelo
Gabriel Cabrera
Alberto Colienes
Fernando Contens
Roberto Corogol
Alberto Cordet
Pablo Carreno
Carlos Casal
Guzman Castro
Manuel Castro
Oscar Celorio
Leon Ciereszko
Cesar Conde
Jose Costa
Alan Crespo
Juan Daire
Andres De Cardenas
Mario De La Guardia
Lorenzo De Toro
Eric Del Pino
The Tin Grin
Is In!
orne are called names such as "metal mouth" or "railroad teeth," but this doesn't seem to bother some of the students in Belen who wear braces. Jorge Fraga (7-E) was scared in the beginning. "At first I thought that people were going to call me names," he said, "but later on when I noticed how many other
guys had 'em, it wasn't so bad." Braces can be bothersome They at first hurt and some people are even afraid to smile. But others seem very happy to be wearing braces. "I think they are cool," said Alex Almazan (7-E), "they make me feel kind of different and unique.''
Paul Del Rio
Eduardo Delgado
Juan Delgado
Alejandro Diaz
Oscar Echegaray
Carlos Erdman
Manuel Escobio
Jose Espin
Edgar Focuseh
Serafin De Jesus
Javier Fernandez
Manuel Fernandez
Roger Feo
Carlos Ferro
Junk Food Gourmet Style!
TDavid Font
Jorge Fraga
Christopher Fuentes
Sergio Fuentes
Allen Garcia
Daniel Garcia
Gonzolo Garcia
Manuel Garcia
Rodolfo Gormendio
here is silence in the cafeteria and everything is motionless Suddenly, a bell rings and in the blink of on eye, students fill the cafeteria, hungrily waiting in line What they ore about to eat is not exactly what their parents wont them to eat ; it's JUNK FOOD! '
"I hove a sort of love-hate relationship with junk food," said Javier Fernandez (7-A), " I can't live with it and I can't live without it ."
At Belen, the kids' favorites ore M&M's, Cheese Crocker Combos, Kit Kots, pizza, hot dogs , emponodos, posteles, and lost but certainly not least , Rainbow Pops.
After finally filling their tummies with yummies, the smiles on some of these kid's faces show that they ore satisfied But, yet others ore harder to please like Giraldo Leyva (7-C) , who cried , ' 'I'm gonno get me some more cheese doodles!''
Wilberto Gomez
Alejandro Gonzalez
Carlos Gonzalez
Juan Gonzalez
Mario Gonzalez
Eduardo Gorrodo
Hugo Guerrero
Jose Gutirrez
Luis Gutierrez
Frank Hernandez
Dorio Herrera
Jose Iglesias
Gabriel Jimenez
Eduardo Jimenez
Jose Jimenez
Roberto Jimenez
Albert Kredi
Albert Lazp
Alex Lehmann
Leovigildo Leon Giraldo Leyva
Walter Lista
Eduardo Lomberd
Enrique Lopez
Gustavo Lopez
Jorge Kopez
Jorge R. Lopez
Miguel Lopez Santos
Nestor Machado
Alfredo Magnan
Eugenio Marill
Carlos Martell
Michael Marquez
Carlos Martinez
Cesar Martinez
Freddy Melero
Carlos Mesa
Orestes Mesa
Marcos Mestre
Adolphe Minoso
Alex Mirones
Cesar Molina
Rolando Molina
Rene Monteagudo
Alberto Morales
Domingo Moriera
Enrique Murciano
Alexander Nearing
Delio Nunuez Menocal
Ruben Nunez
Alejandro Oliver
Leonel Orbea, Jr.
Marcos Osorio
Mauricio Padilla
Alain Padron
Jose Paret
Jaime Parlade
Vicente Pedre
Alejandro Perez
Arturo Perez
Roberto Perez
Tomas Perez Febles
Gabriel Prado
Jose Queipo
Javier Riera
Ernie Rodriguez
Michelangelo Rojas
Ricardo Ros
Ronald Salazar
Enrique Saldarriaga
Jose Santana
Oscar Sardinas
Jose Sepulveda
Jose Serrano
Antonio Sevillono
Fitting In
It was their first day of school in a new school and they were nervous. Their first time walking through the halls they knew very few people, if any. They hod to adjust to new schedules, new teachers, and a whole new system of education.
''The first week was scary,'' said Oscar Echegoroy (7-E), "but then it got easier once I mode friends and
got to know the teachers '' Time passed by. They mode friends. They no longer hod trouble finding their classrooms. They began to grow into the Belen way of life. Slowly but surely, they began to love their new school. ''I love Belen," said Alex Lehmann (7-C), ''since the classes here ore better and I feel I'm learning a lot."
Christopher Smott
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Rafael Topones
Donald Travis
Alejandro Ulivi
Adrian Uribosterro
Armando Valle
Manuel Vazquez
Andrew Vinols
Alfonso Ysoda
Anthony Zoboleto
Jorge Zogoles
Jose Zarroluqui
Daniel Zumpano
Luis Zuniga
Mike Aboy
Demonic Abreu
Luis Aceituno
Alan Acosta
Jorge Alberni -
Pedro Albuerne
Kelly Alonso
Alejandro Alvarez
Michael Alvarez
Roberto Alvarez
Rolph Angulo
Manuel Atuno
Henry Artigues
Carlos Aspillogo
Carlos Borquin
Robert Barreto
Gabriel Bellon
Raymond Bonocheo
Carlos Bravo
Michael Cabanas
Dogoberto Cabrera
Charles Colderin
Alberto Canto
Emilio Cordenal
Aldo Cardona
Alex Cardona
Alejandro Carreno
Allan Castillo
Marcos Centurion
Ruben Chavez
Juan Concepcion
Maurice Concho
Leonardo Cordero
Manuel Coroolles
Kenneth Coto
We 'Got' .Spirit
1111') elen's homecoming game seems to
catch the eyes 9f Henry Artigues , Eric Serrano, Jose • Linares, and Ray Bonachea, who wear their homeroom shirts to portray their school spirit. Although the Wolverines didn't win their game, it is the
involvement of students like these that makes the players give it their best shot. The enthusiasm of the students has been evident throughout the year in not only football, but also basketball games Thanks to this spirit Belen has enjoyed an overall successful season in sports
Daniel De Aguiar
Guillermo De Angulo
Rene De Moya
Pedro De Ona
Erick De Oro
Fernando De Zarraga
Gustavo De Zendegui
Richard Del Campo
Raymond Del Rey
German Delgado
Martin B. Diaz
Oscar J. Dominguez
Jorge L. Dones
Arturo G Fanjul
Juan C. Fernandez
Pedro Fernandez
Wilfredo Fernandez
Pedro M. Freyre
Joseph G. Fuentes
Carlos F Garcia
LFother Son
Carlos Barquin drives every morning to Belen, where he is Athletic Director of the school. But Coach Barq, as he is known by the students, does not drive alone. He brings a little fellow who resembles him tremendously. His name is Carlos Barquin, Jr., or "little Barq." During the school year, Coach Barq spends a lot of time coaching Belen athletes in wrestling and
cross country. All these teams have winning records Meanwhile Little Barq is studying and doing school work. When school is over in the summer, and the fun begins for most of us, both the 'Barqs' work together at the Belen Summer Camp. Coach Barq has been in Belen for a long time, and it looks as if his son is following in the same footsteps.
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Jeffery Garcia
Luis Garcia
Ariel Gorcio-Linores
Alfredo Garcio-Menocal
Eduardo Gonzalez
Wilgberto Gonzalez
Julio Granda
Joson Greenwood
Dorio Guerra
Rolando Guerreiro
Alex Hernandez
Antonio Hernandez
Cesar Hernandez
John Paul Hernandez
Rodolfo Hernandez
Gabriel Herrero
Allan Jorge
Jose Raul Juoro
Gion Pablo Kates
Oskor Lorrouri
Jose Linares
Ramon Lombard
Javier Lombillo
Alexander Lopez
Alfredo Lopez
John Lopez
Agustin Luis
Doncil Luna
Carlos Morcelin
Anthony Morin
Octavia Martinez
Eduardo Mortinez-Du Bouche
Pablo Mastandrea
Manuel Mejido
Raul Meso
Francisco Mest-re
Boris Millares
Jose Munoz-Suarez
Alejandro Murguia
Jaques Novoa
Marcos E. Olaniel
John David Oliveros
Jorge L. Ortega
Ignacio A. Ortiz
Jose A Ortiz
Henry J. Paret
Gabriel Pedroso
Michael A. Perez
Roberto J Perez
William A. J. Pitt
Deal Going Down
()
ays before a big Belen dance, Oscar Domingues and Raul Mesa buy tickets from Tony Castro, while Charlie Armengol looks on to learn the ticket selling procedure The students buy tickets before the dance to take advantage of Belen's generous bargain of $4 before a dance, or $5 at the door. Also, since Belen's dances draw large, sell-out crowds, they prudently purchase their tickets to ensure their attendance.
Anthony J. Prieto
Erick Quintana
Ronald E. Reyna
Matthew H. Ricci
Enrique J. Rivero
Mauricio A. Wogui
Nelson Yonezn
Alexis Zequeiro
Ricardo E. Rocha
Alexander Rodrguez
Mark A. Ros
Francisco Sanchez
John Sorduy
Alexander Soumell
Eduardo Sevillono
Julian Sevillono
Steve Simon
Jose Ignacio Suarez
Cream of the Crop
rs Sanchez, homeroom teacher of 8-C, exclaimed, "You can't believe how proud I om of these kids; they really worked very hard and deserve to be commended '' What she is speaking so highly of is the fact that her homeroom was the top Tom bolo ticket seller in the school. By passing the $3000 margin, they not only exceeded their goal, but also managed to make the alltoo-familiar thermometers boil over. Other students seemed to think that there was some sort of catch, but apparently it was just their homeroom spirit that took over them. In any event, the results were outstanding, and on behalf of the administration and the whole school. we congratulate all the members of 8-C.
Luis E Suarez
Marco R. Torres
Henry Triano
Alberto Valdes
Jose A. Verona
Hiricio Barrios
Eddy Bello
Fausto Borges
Alejandro Brito
Arturo Caraballo
Carlos Carballo
Luis Carbonell
Michael Cardoso
Robert Carreras
Marcos Casal
Segundo Costeleiro
George Costells
David Celis
Ricardo Cid
Jorge Colonel
Marcos Crespo
Juan Cueto
Daniel Dolmou
Oscar De Tuyo
Jose Dioz
Jorge Dominguez
Angel Duron
Roberto Espin
Alejandro Espino*
Juan Fonjul ,
Manny Feijoo
Adolfo Fernandez
Guillermo Fernondezo
Luis Fernandez
Fermin Ferron
David Flor
Fernando Franco
Carlos Garcia
Carlos M Garcia
Hugo Garcia
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Frank Guerra
Robert Hondshu
Armando Hernandez
Michele Hernandez
Rofoei Hernondez
Raul Herriero
Jose lriarte
Francisco Jimenez
Javier Jimenez
Carlos Lomelo
Carlos Limo
Anthony Llou
Oscar Llerena
Ivan Llorente
Orlando Llorente
Jaime Lopez
Alberto Lorenzo
Alfred Lurigodos
John Mackie
David Morin
Roberto Marquez
Antonio Martinez
Jose Martinez
Mario Martinez
Daniel Meno
Jorge Mestre
Michael Milo
Daniel Mirando
Jose Mirando
Daniel Muniz
Jose Munoz
Lawrence Negret
Gabriel Neyro
Antonio Obregon
Jorge Ochotoreno
Gustavo Ortiz
Juan Palancer
Alex Pena
Enrique Perez
Hugos Perez
Rafael Perez
Eugenio Permuy
Francisco Pina
Michael Planas
Nestor Portocarrero
Alex Prado
Noel Puig
Orestes Pumariega
Daniel Quezada
Francisco Recio
Emilio Revilla
Carlos Riviera
George Rivero
Manuel Rivero
Carlos Rodriguez
Oliver Rodz
Carlos Salvat
Carlo Sanchez
Jose Sanchez
Alexander Santana
Carlos Segredo
Joseph Sendra ·
Enrique Serrano
Federico Serrano
Jose Solorzano
Mario Solorzano
Antonio Suarez
Roberto Suarez
Juan Taboos
Kelvin Tamarit
Sash a Torres
IAoreu A IQeiQez
Arto!ejo A1:-cue
SOPHOMORES
o's.<;; mBallesteros
Nelson Bean
Sergio Blasco
Arturo Bohorques
Otoniel Boudet
Francisco Braceros
· Wilfredo Braceros
Mathieu Cadi ·
Miguel Calienes
Juan Campos
A Moment of Reflection
n recent years , Belen has made it policy to assign daily homeroom mass during the first 25 minutes of each school day. These masses enable students to be in thP nf ·
God more often t han they normally would Pictured are Richard Santomarina and Alex Permuy who are individually · enjoying a moment of
It has become evident to all of Belen that the sophomore class leads, in attendance of donees and other school-related activities. In one of Belen's most successful donees, the second time 1-95 ploys the school, over 40% of those who showed were Belen sophomores. Displaying one of their ever-popular "duo-disco moves," two members of the sophomore class, Alex Grovier and Jose Rodriguez, odd to the festive atmosphere a typical school donee
Gabriel Canales
Alfredo Carbonell
Jose Carrasco
Fernando Casillas
Anderson Castro
Hector Castro
Pablo Cejos
Emilio Cernudo
Jorge Coto
Jose Cueto
Anthony Cuevas
Carlos Chartrand
Robert Cherenek
Paul De Oro
Diego Del Pino
Jorge Delgado
Juan Delgado
Manuel Dioz
Raul Dioz
Michael Donnell
Carlos Echevarria
Roly Encinoso
Keith Espinosa
Edward Esslinger
Alvaro Fernandez
Eduardo Fernandez
Sixto Ferro
Victor Fresco
Francisco Fuentes
Carlos Garcia
Eric Garcia
Gabriel Garcia
Jonathon Garcia
Orlando Garcia
Orlando Garcia
Manuel Gorcio-Tunon
Michael Gomez
Patricio Gomez
Marco Gonzalez
Naldo Gonzalez
Luis Gordillo
Roberto Granda!
Alejandro Grovier
Felipe Grinon
Eduardo Gross
Alberto Gutierrez
Carlos Hernandez
Fronk Hernandez
Carlos Hoyo
Luis Iglesias
Rober lnfiesto
Pablo Junco
Karl Kredi
Spil'\e that Hair
As society changes from year to year it is extremely difficult to keep track of the numerous fads which seem to spring up like clockwork around the: campus In fashion, · fads hove turned to rebeUion, as in the sixties and seventies; the "look" now:Ci::=days seems to be purposely trying established norms. We even hove examples of this around our own little slice of totalitarianism known as Belen. Ah, yes, Belen. The nome has come to be synonymous with austerity and strict discipline Nothing gets post the eye of the administration; or does it?
Within the sophomore class three defiant youths hove stood up for their rights against the Belenion regime. We cannot disclose the names of Richard Lorenzo, Alex Permuy, or Aaron Tuckler as we offered them protection in return
for information Here's what they hod to soy: Tuckler stated, "My hair is on my body and I could do whatever I wonno wit it!" Well put , Aaron baby Permuy gallantly proclaimed that variety is the spice of life and that he hasn't plans of changing his cut for anybody! As you con see, Permuy isn't really sure if he'll give in.
Finally, in one of the most arrogant statements mode by the three, Richard Lorenzo declared proudly, "I did it to spite the school. I've never been able to state how I feel for fear of what they might do to me, but now that you ' ve offered me protection, I've finally been able to liberate myself of these feelings!'' Two days ago, Lorenzo's body washed up on the shores of Guontonomo Boy, Cuba. He was still in Belen uniform
Jose Logo
Ramon Lanzo
GabrielLi
Jeremy Longo
Claudio Lopez
Mario Lopez
Nicolas Lopez
Richard Lorenzo
Victor Lopez de Mendoza
Nicolas Lopez-Jenkins
Javier Marques
Xavier Martinez
Gustavo Martinez-Padilla
Carlos Mostropo
Marcos Mendoza
Rudolfo Mestre
Javier Mestres
Frank Milton
Maurice Milton
Daniel Mirones
Manuel Monal
Jorge Moral
Richard Morales
Jose Morejon
Victor Olaniel
Mariano Oliver
Carlos Ortega
Aurelio Ortiz
Erick Ortiz
Irving Padron
Alberto Perez
Carlos Perez
Carlos Perez
Jean Perez
Carlos Perez-Abreu
Alejandro Permuy
Fernando Pomares
Ernesto Portuondo
Fernando Portuondo
Ricardo Puente
Enrique Quintero
William Ricard
Alejandro Rodriguez
Humberto Rodriguez
Jose Rodriguez
Jose Rodriguez
Jose Romano
Carlos Rosell
Miguel Ruiloba
Juan Saizarbitoria
Jammin' Piano-Pia yin'
Manny Garcia-Tunon, or "fingers of lightning" as he ' s known around the pool hall, is a wizard at his craft From his guitar playing in the highly acclaimed Belen chorus to his rock jam min', piano-playin' with Bruce and the "E" street band, this 15-year-old dynamo has been able to keep his grades up and vices down while engaging in his musical escapades
Manny started as an apprentice in a small Army-Navy music supply just off Miracle Mile. His
career later took a turn for the better when he started his own group , The Four Blind Mice After losing his drummer to alcohol abuse, Manny decided to qu it the business In a strange twist of fate, Springstein moved his tour down to Miami and caught a glimpse of Manny's work He immediately recognized his creative talent and signed him on Now Manny is rolling in the bucks and has a secured life He goes to school only as a hobby and therefore doesn ' t take it very seriously
Rene Sanchez
Richard Santamarina
Dino Siervo
Michael Stendardo
Raul Suarez Del Campo
William Sueiro
Alex Tapia
Rodolfo Terrada
Michael Trujillo
Sebastian Trujillo
Aaron luckier
Jack Varela
Orlando Vazquez
Carlos Veciana
Roberto Vicente
Sergio Abreu
Fernando Alvarez
Rafael Anrrich
Carlos Armengol
Markel Arrizabalaga
Alexander Barrios
Jorge Baste
Henry Bell
Erik Bellon
Miguel Berastegui
Jose Bernal
Alexander Bertot
Jorge Bisbal
Pedro Brave
Javier Brito
Juan Cabezas
Jorge Calero
Pedro Campo
Javier Canto
Gustavo Carreras
Omar Castillo
Juan Castro
Roberto Castro
Ramon Cespedes
JoseCil
Donald Connor
Roberto Cuesta
George de los Reyes
Rolando Diaz
Jorge Dominguez
Javier Escalona
Luis Espino
Francisco Espinosa
Joselin Fernandez
Eudelio Ferrer
Manuel Fueyo
Francisco Gambin
David Garcia
Eduardo Garcia
Joseph Garcia Manuel Garcia-Linares
Guillermo Garcia- Tunon
Ronald Garcia- Vidal
Franklin Gell
Henry Gomez
Beach Boy Revival
After a few tough periods of struggling through such subjects as chemistry, government, and algebra, Juniors ore usually more than a little excited at the prospect of taking a break. Of course, eating is the activity which most juniors can be found participating in at lunchtime, but this year a close second has been volleyball. The juniors took advantage of the two makeshift volleyball courts set up for the P E department to unleash some of their pentup energies.
Said one junior, ''Being in a classroom for four periods straight is a drag, so when we get a chance to unwind we go for it." Volleyball seems to have gained popularity during the last month of the first semester when the weather cooled down and students didn't have to worry about showing up to class sweaty even after exerting themselves.
chance to escape the classroom quiet mentality makes students fresher and more attentive during the periods after lunch In past years basketball and football have taken the place that volleyball now occupies Students have always participated in one sport or another during lunch break, but volleyball adds a new twist. Observed one participant, "Not many people knew how to play volleyball before this so the competition was more fair Also, more people became interested in playing because it was something new to them." Already , some juniors have developed into talented volleyball players.
Teachers say that they have noticed that their classes have been more productive because the
With the construction of the pool already claiming one court and the second court probably being a victim in the near future, juniors might have to find a different sport to replace volleyball. However, some juniors have become so attached to volleyball that they are suggesting the building of permanent courts
Rolando Gomez
Alex Gonzalez
Eduardo Gonzalez
Francisco Gonzalez
Jose Gonzelez
Nilton Gonzalez
Manuel Hadad
Jose Hernandez
Bryant Herrera
Pedro Herrero
Manuel Hidalgo
Intellectual Maintains 4.0 '"
any people think that a person who is a nationally ranked swimmer can't also maintain a 4.0 average, and membership in the National Honor Society. But Joey Zumpano has proven these people wrong. Joey, the most accomplished swimmer on the Belen team, has been a straight A student since the seventh grade.
How does he do it? Well, a typical day for Joey begins at a time when all of us are still in deep slumber. He gets up at 4:40 am to be in the water swimming by 5:00. Practice in the morning goes until7:00 am. He goes back home for a quick change and is back in school by 8:30. After a grueling day of classes Joey returns to his house for a precious few minutes of relaxation, because by 4:30 he has to be back at the pool doing those laps. This even ing practice runs up to 7:00pm. When he gets back home Joey eats, showers, etc. and then he still has to find the time to keep up the grade point average. He says he usually gets in at least two hours of studying between 8:00 and 10:00 p.m. After that he hits the sack. "After all, I do have to get up by 4:40!" he reminds us.
When asked how he can be ranked second nationally among high school swimmers in the 100 breaststroke and be an outstanding student simultaneously, Joey replied, "Anything is possible if you set your mind to it. The trick is to measure out your time right."
Alberto lmperotori
Roullncero
Raul Jimenez
Alexis Kredi
Cesar Logo
Henry Londo
Hector Lopez
Jose Lopez
Ricardo Lopez
Thomas Mackie
Omor Marrero
Carlos Martinez
Juan Martinez
Emiliom Mascaro
Juan Mendieta
Alejandro Mendoza
Alberto Menendez
Cecil Milton
Micheol Morejon
Marcel Moreno Juan Carlos Novas
Vicente Novas
Gion Novoro
Javier Ordieres
Manuel Perez
Miguel Perez
Ricardo Perez
Cesar Perez-Abreu
Jorge Planas
Alex Quiroga
Roberto Reyno
Daniel Rodriguez
Jorge Rodriguez
Jose Rodriguez
Mario Rodriguez
Micheol Rodriguez
Juan Sogue
Isreal Soloborrio
Aurelio Solos
Jorge Soldarriogo
Ernesto Serrano
Alejo-dro Soso
Kevin Tarrocido
Hector Tundidor
llio Ulivi
Daniel Valdes
Arturo Y ocoso
Alberto Zaldivar
Otto Zequeiro
Jose Zumpano
The Belen Collection
Although a great many of the students in Belen who drive con be found in hand-me-down cars, the recent trend has been better and more expensive cars for students The student lot of Belen today sometimes resembles the showroom of the Collection , whereas, five years ago, it looked more like a used cor lot. Chevies, Fords , and Oldsmobiles ore becoming more and more of a rarity. - Porsches , Mercedes, and BMW's hove their place Mustangs and Comoros ore commonplace ; scarcely a day goes by in which one does not
see at least a half dozen Supros, on RX7 or two, and a few lsuzu Impulses.
One junior, Albert Menendez, drives a Corvette "Corvettes definitely hove their advantages. It's one of the fastest cars on the rood, but you always hove to worry a lot about sure nothing happens to it," stated Menendez. Obviously image is one concern for the owners of nice cars. "It's cool to drive down the street and hove people your way," commented one owner of a Porsche 911.
Junior Year
Belen Survival Test
With all the hassels that plague the Junior year, it becomes vital to take time off, smile a little, and perserve sanity. Jose Hernandez takes a moment after a chemistry exam to call up his girlfriend and release some tension Joey Garcia and his classmates conjure up a 'badge' during a free moment and Rollie Gomez smiles during a minute between classes and a Vincom editor's meeting to remind himself how it feels to live life! For all these students this year is a Bolen Survival Test (BEST), but that is just a preface to the senior year "Bangonic" Research Paper (BARP).
Left: She better be home
Above : Joey leads the badge.
Roly smiles- Vincom is in!
Often we forget how fortunate we are here at Belen to have such an outstanding faculty which takes a genuine intertst in the personal and intellectual growth of each student. This is one of this school's greatest assets and though in many other schools there exists a
Faculty
state of undeclared war between teachers and students, our relatively small size allows the students not only to receive personal attention, but also to get to know each teacher more as a human being and a friend than an enemy. We really are lucky.
Left : Mr. Frank Pichardo, science department head and chemistry teacher, Miriam Combo, math instructor, Mrs. Maria Hewitt, math and French teacher and Key Club moderator, Lourde:; Togores, Spanish teacher and Carlos Barquin , athletic director, all wear red to show their spirit in the school's campaign against drug abuse.
Center: Mrs. Bea Jimenez is always ready to take pictures of impottant events. She is an outstanding Spanish teacher and the soul of ALPHA, a club that tries to bring art, drama and music to Belen. She directed the very successful Christmas show and is also responsible for the spring Theatre Night.
Bottom: Here we see the Spanish teacher Mrs Maria Elena Cartaya-Urves. Although she is known as a strict disciplinarian, we can now see Mrs. Cartaya' s true calling: to be a Flamenco dancer Ole, Mrs. Cartaya!
Tol"\ing Core of Every Detail, Fr. Marcelia is Always
On The Job
We ore celebrating this academic year 85-86, the 25th anniversary of the school in Miami. These years hove been years of efforts, growth and progress at all levels: physically, academically, and spiritually. We hove grown a lot as a family, yet, there ore many points that con be bettered for future years.
''The best news that I hove is ·that we ore accomplishing what we hod planned about the sixth grade, the swimming · pool, · the changes in the athletic program, and · the academic council meetings," said Fr. Marcelino the school's progress.
Fr. Marcelino is thinking of having a congress for the alumni in order to evaluate what Belen has done with the education we ore offering as well as to present guidelines for the future If we keep up the good work, the next 25 years lool-<; even better.
Top- Father Garcia and Renee Mogorot, his secretory, discuss the business at hand.
Right- Fr Marcelino tokes a short rest during one of his exhausting days.
Fr Marcelino spends most of his time taking core of every detail.
Different Sides to, Father Figueredo
Although Father Sergio Figueredo S.J.'s main duties include the supervision of the faculty and dealing with the academic areas of the school, Father likes to get more involved with all areas of the school. He is keenly interested in discipline and makes sure that all is running smoothly. Father spends his day seeing students, members of the faculty and even parents who come to either praise or complain. It's hard to keep everybody satisfied and the life of a principal is often a difficult one, but Father has earned the respect of the student body and although it's hard to read beyond his scowl, a hint of a smile is never too far away.
Here we see a few different aspects of our principal. On the left he watches a pep rally placidly from a distance. Left center we see a proud Jesuit showing off the Belen shield in his office. On the lighter side, we see Father enjoying his favorite mode of tansportation around the school. Finally, bottom left, Father smiles and seems to say, "I wish all days were like today." In the impossibly busy life of a principal, most days are not
QE2h?n Jesuit hundred and nine years of service in in Havana, reopened doors in improvised located in thE2 third floor of the Parish O,uilding at Gesu C:hurch , The school had a total of 17 8 most -of them on scholarship, with q class of 28 students; it was September 18, 1961.
One year later, tmder pressure from the demands of the Miami · community, the Jesuits acquired a bvilding that had once been a ballroom school and converted it into 13elen Prep School. Within years, o warehouse was purcf\.qsed and converted into the Senior Division (fovr large ond two small clasrooms for Juniors and Seniors). there was still much need for improvements. The ambition to have a real school building, which would truly serve the student community in Miami was ever present in the minds of the Reverend Fathers of the Society of Jesus
Exactly twenty years to · the day of that significant morning in 1961, 13elen opened the modern facilities we now have. The old cardboard school had been left behind with memories of black-outs, termite invasions, discomfort, and also of dedication on the part of the many teachers who fought against the many limitations of the physical plant and gave their best to educate a generation of who consistently proved their worth in colleges and and later on as professionals
Today, 1986, the challenge continues to be more, to demand more and become better teachers, be:tter students, better Christians. And this has been so in 13elen always because 13elim iss product, a consequence if · you will , of a way of think ing, of a concept: the lgnotian Magis.
The founder of the Society of Jesus, Saint Ignatius of Loyola, made it a point to set a goal for his followers. This goal was the "magis," which translates as "more." Saint lgnotivs did not want his followers to be complacent; he wanted them to achieve more, have greater knowledge, be outstanding, be an always-becoming-better Christian, taking that extra step to get closer to God. And so the story of 13elen and of those working and studying at 13elen, must necessarily be explained under the light of the "Magis." From borrowed quarters; to makeshift faciliti es, to a modern, ever growing, multi-million dollar facility, 13elen continues to be more
All of us, believe truly that the task is very clear. Look around and you will know just what the task must always be In 13elen, we see life as a constant challenge that must be taken up. Obstacles and set backs simply indicate that a greater effort is necessary. 13ecause the Jesuits believed in 1961 greater efforts were necessary because set backs were seen merely as greater challenges, we have the 13elen of today. we believe in the lgnatian "Magis," we continue to set new goals and reach new heights. So it must be as long as the exemplary Saint Ignatius continues to be at the core of 13elen Jesuit Preparatory School. May it always be so!
Mr. L. Nunez
Fr. Izquierdo was there then and here now, enjoying every minute of it. He is the true backbone and spirit of the school and seems .to be everywhere at once. His title is Assistant Principal for discipline, but Father's work here at Belen could fill volumes- he is a true personification of lgnatian "Magis."
Top- Mr Blanco poses for a p icture while he catches up on his grading
Middle- Mr Jimmy Perez , Disciplinarian directs traffic in the 13elen halls
Above - Mr Armando Rodriguez , Dean of Students stores in amazement
Left- Jimmy relaxes in his office before the morning bell.
Miracles Do Happen
Twenty-three year old Teresita Artecono teaches sixth and seventh grade science It is her first year here and she claims to love every minute of it Aport from having on affinity for teaching she enjoys music, has received vocal training, and is a mezzo-soprano who has used her talents in a bond as well as in school mosses She now feels like she is on top of the world, but things weren't always this good Her special story deals with times that weren't so good when the burdens of the world seemed to be on her shoulders
Her story is about her brother, who in 1984 was stricken with a serious illness, Hutchkin's disease. and the doctors told him he hod a 15% chance of survival. It seemed but with a lot of prayer and faith he recovered in only three short weeks. Now , the Artecono family has become actively Christian : this event has really changed Miss Artecono ' s life
Her renewed faith as well as her love for her students helps corry her through the day as she tries to infuse in them, the some spirit that has helped her so
Ela Alvarado
Spanish 7, 9, 10
Eduardo Alvarez, S.J.
Religion Department Head
Head of Campus Ministry
Theology 6, 10, 11, 12
Counselor
Lourdes Arteaga
Spanish 6, 8
Teresita Artecona
Science 6
English 7
Moura Aspuru
Spanish 6, 8, 10
Florentino Azcoitia, S.J. Director of Encuentros Familiares
Aurelio 13aldor
Foreign Language Head
Spanish Honor Society
Spanish 9, 10
A.P. Spanish 12
Sigrid Bango
English Department Head
English 12
Journalism 12
Speech 12
Creative Writing 12
Yearbook Adviser
Carlos 13arquin
Athletic Director
Physical Education 9, 10
Wrestling Cross Country
Bright Future for Belen
"Our
ploys
Isidro Blanco
Theology 8
Campus Ministry
Irene Bouso
Spanish 7, 8
Miriam Combo
Moth 8
Algebra 19
Jose Conoso
Analysis 12
Physics 12
Gaston Contens
Moth 6, 7
Moria Elena Cortoyo-Wrves
Spanish 7, 9, 10
Pep Club
Josefino Chirino
English 9
Theology 9, 11, 12
Christian Leadership
Campus Ministry
Patrick Collins
Social Studies Deportment Head
U _s_ History 10
Government
Tennis Head Coach
Philip Dembowski
Contemporary History 12
World History 9
Asst_ Football Coach
Head Trock Coach
Charles Diaz
Analysis 12
Math 7
Orlando Espin S.J.
Theology 12
Campus Ministry
Counselor
Rafael Fernandez
Life Science 7
Fernando Fonseca
Business Administration 12
Algebra II 11
Head Coach Soccer
Eduardo Fraga
Physical Education 6, 7, 9
Baseball Head Coach
Gerardo Garcia
Theology 8, 9, 11
Campus Ministry
Mercedes Garcia
Physical Science 8
Jorge Gonzalez
Physical Education 7, 8, 9
Asst. Football Coach
Pedro Hernandez Biology 10
Marine Science Club
Micro Biology Club
Life Science Club
B.I.S.R. Head
Even though you know him as your soccer coach, business administration teacher, algebra teacher , or the choir coordinator, Mr Fonseca still finds time to lead an active life in Christ In fact, Christ is his highest priority He explained, "Christianity is not a religion, but a way of life ." Mr. Fonseca , after organizing this year's prayer groups and senior choir, attended one of the Pace-13elen Encounters which he feeb is one of the greatest ex-
periences of his life All of the activities he has attended with his students have helped him learn how to love them as human beings and not as names in a grade book In the past ten years he has also helped with "Camino," a program which helps prepare couples that are about to be married , for the ens u i n g r e s_p o n s i b i I i t i e s T h is charismatic Catholic will continue to spread his Christian love throughout his community, especially 13elen
Roberto Hernandez
Social Science 11
Silvio Hernandez
English 8, 9
Mario Hewett
Moth 8, 9
Key Club
Notional Junior Honor Society
Carolyn Holtmann
English 6, 7
Charmaine lco.zo
English 11
College Counselor
Encounter Coordinator
Beotriz Jimenez
Spanish 7, 9, 10, 11
Oscar Mendez S.J
Spanish 8
Theology 11 , 12
Campus Ministry
Counselor
Lourdes Moller-Gomez
English 10
Journalism I 11
Vincom
Celio Morrell
World Geography 7
World History 9
Aim for Greatness
If ever you ore in need of a friend, just go to room H218 and yol)'ll find one. Oscar Mendez occupies this office and welcomes the company of any student, for whatever reason it may be He has given , great advice and heard many confessions. He is quitE;:> understanding and has moral values and belirfs.
Father Mendez believes that ''Belen is a fine academic school, but the formotion of the character is just as important and not stressed enough." Mendez also states that ''A special type of man leaves Belen who aims for greatness If you aim for greatness, you usually achieve it "
The Candy Man Con
make you feel better and give you a little push to get you through the day. All sixth, seventh, and eighth graders con count on Fr. Jorge Sardina, S.J. for a spiritual lift Aport from feeling good about giving candy out, he feels the obligation to counsel the students about any problems they may hove. It comes in handy because it really lets him
Pedro Peno
Physical Education 7, 8, 9
Basketball Coach Fronk Pichardo Science Deportment Head
Chemistry 11
A.P. Biology 12
Science Fair Coordinator Martha Prado Geometry 10
and the students get to know each other , something they both profit from, especially when the desire for sweets strikes In fact, even teachers sometimes go to him for the candy Fr. Sardina explains, "It's on easy way to help," and if there's anyone in Belen who con help you , the Candy Man Con.
Leandro Ramos U.S. History 10
Luis Ripoll S J. Counselor
Silvio Rodriguez World Geography 7 Civics 8
Enrique Son Pedro S.J Theology 10
Counselor
Campus Ministry
Ana Mario Sanchez English 7, 8
Jorge Sardinia S J.
Counselor Campus Ministry
Pawn to King's 8
Kosporov , the world chess champion, could not hold a candle to him! Well , maybe not , but nevertheless, Mr. Zoller is the devoted moderator of the Belen Chess Club He was amazed and delighted at the responsiveness of students to chess , for it is a pastime which requires much dedication and study However, this work pays off with many rewords. Aport from his chess club duties , Mr Zoller teaches four eighth grade civics courses , a sophomore U S History course , and is homeroom teacher to 8-E. Additionally , he finds time to enjoy his hobbies such as : mountain climbing, reading, listening to classical music,
and eating Cuban food (the Iotter, undoubtedly his favorite)
A native of Boston, Mr Zoller went to Boston College where he obtained both a B A and on M A. in Arts and Teaching He has been teaching for nineteen years and finds Florida, Miami. and Belen Jesuit quite different, yet to his liking Hoving been here only nine months, he likes what he sees The students impress him as motivated individuals and he sees competency and a sincere interest in his fellow faculty members Over all he claims that the , "teachers and students ore our greatest asset ··
Barbara Smith
English 6, 9
Beta Club
Richard Stuart
Physical Education 8, 10
Head Baseball Coach JV
Head Football Coach
Jose R. Tey S J
Theology 7
B.A.S.E S. Director
Media Director
Lourdes Togores
Spanish 8, 9, 10
Carol Vila
Moth Deportment Head
A.P. Calculus 12
Analysis 12
Computer Science 11
Notional Honor Society
Computer Club
William Wagener
Earth Science 9
Asst Football Coach
Meteorology Club
Brion Wentzel
Psychology 12
Guidance Director
Patricio Woodward
English 10, 11
Eugene Zoller
Civics 8
U.S. History 10
Chess Club
Mercy Arcay Secretary to the Principal
George Busse Business Manager
Concepcion Cepero Secretary
Fr. Richard Chisholm S.J. Development
Maria Eireos Assistant Librarian
Teresita Garcia Registrar
Marina Hernandez Secretary to Office of Development
Guillermo Jorge Head Librarian
Br Lionel Lopez Bookstore Manager
L toR- Zoroido Volilios, Moria Teresa Cou, Esther Suarez , Moria Antonio Celaya , Juliq Fernandez , Alicia Rodriguez, and Gonzolo Ramirez
Guillermo Munoz Library Disciplinarian
Renee Molgorot Secretory to the President
Fr Arsenio Osle S.J. Assistant to President
Gonzolo Ramirez Cafeteria Manager
Jose Ignacio Rasco Financial Coordinator
Julio Reboredo _ Bookstore Assistant
Eva Reyes Secretory
Margarita Rozo Receptionist
Ramon Sierra Custodian
)nt Row , L toR- Ramon Sierra, Silvino Garcia, Jesus Herrero , Ivan Roo, Berta Gonzalez , Bock Row, ' Rafael Artilles, Pedro Cedillo, and Julio Roman
Religious Life
AJesuit education has always gone beyond academics A focus is also placed on the spiritual as on important port of a person's formation. At Belen, our greatest motto has always been "Men for Others " In trying to guide young men from adolescence to spiritual maturity, Belen offers religious instruction to all
grades , 6-12 On top of this, the prayer groups, retreats, school mosses, encounters , and co unseling are offered to try to prepare graduates of Belen for their roles as men for others The religious experience at Belen also helps to bind the student body, · faculty, and administration under a common theme and cement them together as a community.
A Long and Winding Rood
Belen's religious life has come a long way in its twenty-five years in Miami. The great majority of the activities provided today were not a part of Belen's curriculum only five years ago For instance, the Belen-Pace Encounter program which was started a few years ago had a shaky start, but it enjoys great success today. It's 6 wonderful experience. For the first year ever, Belen and La Salle have gotten together on several encounters called the ET C. It too has been very successful among the students. Also for the first time, a talented group of singers and musicians have joined forces under the leadership of Mr. Fonseca and P. A. Hernandez to form a
choir. The choir provided the music at many of Belen's large masses and replaced the old, worn out songs that don't seem as inspiring. Other new activities are the Road to Resurrection and the Christian Leadership class, which tried to stimulate the presence of God in the students through retreats and class trips. The emphasis placed on religion this past year was reflected in the greater involvement of the students. Finally, God is becoming a more integral part of the Belen community.
Top Center : Mr. P A. Hernandez leads Tony Garcia, Tony Portuondo, Salvador Sotomayor, Juan Massens, Jose Lopez and other Seniors in a mass song.
Above: Marcel Moreno, an active Christian , receives the Eucharist during one of the many Belen liturgies
Top Right: Carlos Bravo and Miss Chirino show their Rood to Resurrection spirit. This event was the highlight of the Easter season for some Juniors and Seniors.
Above: Fathers Son Pedro, Alvarez and Marcelino sing in the Hunger Day moss, which was aimed at raising money for the poor.
Left: Jose Bernal, Juan Segue and Jorge Soidorriogo, Eddy Garcia, toke the offertory which will be consecrated into Christ's body and blood
Catholic for Life
Among all the different religious activities of Belen, the Confirmation ceremony of some Juniors and Seniors who had never received the sacrament was for them their most meaningful experience of the year. Bishop Romano administered the ritual for eighteen Belen students. Each candidate was accompanied by his sponsor, which was
usually a parent or sometimes a friend. Confirmation is in essence the sequel to Baptism, for now the firmee makes his own decision to follow the Church, not the parents as is the case in Baptism. Making this decision is a sign of religious maturity and responsibility, for the Confirmed must make a bonding commitment to the Church.
Above: Jorge Planas delivers a meaningful reading during the ceremony.
Far Left: Manny Tunon provides music with his guitar, along with the help of Miss Chirino.
Mid. Left: Bishop Romano gave a moving homily about the meaning of Confirmation
Left: Mr. Garcia, Miss Chirino and Fr. Alvarez amongst the most active religious coordinators of Belen.
Top Left: Felix Guanche is blessed by Bishop Romano.
Stairway to Heaven
This is the second year that Christian Leadership has been a Belen curriculum. It was begun last year by Miss Chirino and was put on the experimental stage. This year, however, the has rooted itself firmly in the Campus Ministry department. The purpose of the class is to teach theology through experience rather than study. The students learn more about the love of God in social works such as trips to Camillus House, jails, and retirement homes than any lecture could teach. Miss Chirino explains the idea behind the class in this way: "Young people are more likely to listen to their peers than to adults.'' If retreats
ore conducted by the students themselves, then, they will probably have more impact than if the retreats are administered by adults. In addition, It will be more likely to stir up the students' interests in going on these retreats in the first place. Miss Chirino's class imposes a demanding set of standards for which to test one's leadership abilities and commitment to Christianity. If one is to judge the difference made by the number of retreats they have conducted Of"''d the effect they have had on the other students, they have indeed made a difference.
Top : Jose Sanchez and Alfred Ruizjoin Pace students for.a skit during one of the six Encounters
Above : A rowdy combination of Belen and Pace students take some time off from the busy Encounter schedule
Right: Mr. Nunez, a Eucharistic Minister, takes a moment of silence before he distributes the Holy Communion.
Below: Carlos Rosell hands to Father San Pedro the offertory to be blessed
Below Left: Fathers Marcelino, Alvarez and San Pedro lead the Opening Procession for a student body mass.
Academics
The emphasis on education has always been a trademark of the Jesuit education. Besides the basic reading, writing, and arithmetic courses Belen has added in recent years many new electives, such as computers, business, and creative writing, to the curriculum Belen also participates in the dual enrollment program with St. Thomas of Villanova University which allows juniors and seniors to earn college
credits while they are still in high school. -Advanced placement courses which are offered in calculus, · biology and Spanish round out the course listings
The active participation of the Belen student body in academics can be best seen, however, by the high percentage of students who are on the Honor Roll and the large number of members of the Beta Club and National Honor Society.
Sports
Belen has always taken an interest in creating wellrounded individuals. Because of this the sports program has been steadily growing since the school moved five years ago
Those who went to school at the old Belen have seen its first · home football game, the addition of its own basketball and tennis courts,
and the building of a new pool. In addition to new facilities Belen has also added new sports such cis swimming, wrestling and golf to the program. Sports at. Belen give students more than the · opportunity to stay in shape , they help participants mature and learn a great deal about themselves.
Above- Running bock Juan Sogue (7).rolls over a defensive player and eludes the Raider defense for another touchdown. Above right- Safety Luis Bardon looks for the endzone as he returns one of his seven interceptions on the season
Right- Front- L-R- Luis Bardon, Luis Iglesias, Juan Sogue, Alex Kredi, Jose Cil, Manny Gorcio-Linares , Jorge Padron, Jorge de los Reyes, Second Row- Tony Fronyie, Javier Retomor, Armando Fiterre, Eddy Gross, Jose Romano, Lyn Juarez , Rene Sanchez, Tony Portuondo, Third Row- Emilio Mascaro, Mario Rodriguez, Jose Sanchez, Jose Placencia, Tony Ortiz, Mike "KILLER " Ruilobo , Albert Gross, Jorge Garcia, Fourth Row - Angelo Longo, Roy Lanzo, Omar Morera, Albert Menendez, Bryant Herrero, Tina Tejera, Bill Muir, Jorge Azcue, Back Row - Carlos Bravo, Roy Cespedez, Hector Tunidor, Jose Lopez-Jekins
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Injury Prone Season Sets Ton e for Disappointing One . Tough for Belen Football
Although, the football team began with two victories in the 1985 Spring Jamboree against Pine Crest and Gulliver this "winning streak" would not hold true for the rest of the season. One reason was the knee InJury of. outside linebacker Tine Tejera, which would be the first in a long line of injuries that would stretch throughout the season up until the very last game.
The 1985 Fall Jamboree was more or less disappointment The Wolverines recorded a tie against Westminster and a loss to Pine Crest.
In the first half of the first regular season game, Belen
held Curley, the highest-ranking team in District 8-AA, to only seven points ; but with the injuries of starters Eddie Perez and Tony Franyie, the defense wasn't able to halt two more Curley touchdowns. The final score : Curley 21 , Belen 0 The following week, Belen suffered eight more injuries at the hands of Gulliver, including the serious injury of lineman, Bill Muir's , ankle. Final score: Gulliver 28 , Belen 7 The third week held no charm either, for Belen suffered a disappointing loss to Pace (6-2) due to a yet unproductive Belen offense Finally, Belen acquired its first victory, in the season ' s fourth
game against Dade Christian. In spite of the notable absence of running back Juan Sague. Additionally, some players made bright showings such as Albert Gross, Defensive Lineman, who dealt such punishment to the Dade Christian quarterback , along with Angelo Longo , that Gross was asked to stop the "hitting" on his body The team was looking for a boost to lift their spirits and it looked like this was it. However, the next two weeks would prove disappointing for they held losses against Westminster and Pine Crest. the third week following was a home game versus Coral
Defensive Back Armando Fiterre puts a hit on a Pace receiver after catching a pass
Coach Richard Stuart listens in to see what ploy to call for the Belen Offense
Kicker Luis Iglesias kicks a field goal through the uprights against Gulliver as Jose Cil holds the boll.
Defensive Dock Jorge Mora sits on the
bench after a disappointing loss to Marathon as the season come to on end
Angelo and Jeremy Longo, Jorge Padron, and Jorge de los Reyes lead the Belen Defense as they crush a Pace running bock
All-Date team member, Angelo Longo, ready to seek and destroy Ransom running bock David Clark
,hores, in which Juan Segue tood out by rushing well over l hundred yards Eventually, a econd victory came about. r et, once again disappointnent and shattered spirits >ecame the rule of the day for he next three games would )e losses. It began with a 'iefeat in the Homecoming }a me, followed by a loss to
John Carroll, and finally Marathon, the 9th ranked team of the state.
The Wolverines recorded a 2-8 losing season Although, the Wolverines had a disheartening season; we did have many players who received All-Dade Honors. Among them were; 6'2", 285 lb. Defensive Lineman, Angelo Longo and
6'2", 185 lb Defensive End
Albert Gross both of which made first team Additionally, Safety Luis Borden made second team while Tony Franyie, Tine Tejera, Jose Plasencia, Juan Segue, Ray Cespedez, and Bill Muir made Honorable Mention.
Fullback Tony Franyie returns a kickoff for the Wolverines against Ransom
Angelo Longo and Luis Bardon take a breather on the sideline as the offense goes to work.
Defensive Coach Phil Dembowski is wondering which of the thirty defenses to call in order to confuse the offense 117
Q.B. Jose Cil ( 11) looks for the open receiver as Albert Gross (62) puts on a block against the tough Raider Defense
Senior starters Eddy Perez and William Muir watch the game from the sideline due to their disappointing injuries in the first two games
Linebacker Jose Plasencia (52) shows perfect form tackling as he puts a vicious hit on a Pace tight end
All-Dade Defensive End Albert Gro hammers down a pass as Ransor players watch in disappointment.
Better for Future
Even though the team began the season on o very disappointing note by losing their first two games, 12-14 against Curley and 13-16 to Gulliver they managed to hove o successful season The Wolverines dominated Curley with over 400 yards total offense and held the Knights to 150 yards , but throughout the game Belen could not capitalize and suffered o terrible defeat After the first game. due to Varsity injuries, the J.V lost Jeremy Longo and Jose Romano who were moved up to Varsity As o result of the loss of these two leaders the team lost the second game to Gulliver. This game marked o turn around for the J V
The J V. shutout the rest of the ir opponents to finish the season at
4-2. They defeated Coral Shores , Pine Crest Westminster and Ron som by on overage of more than 13 points each Offensive Captain Victor Lopez-Mendoza and Defensive Captain Rene Sanchez provided the leadership for these victories which mode this season o great one. The team was also led by sophomores Eddy Gross (RB), Arturo Bohorques (WR), Carlos Rosell (TE), Gabriel Li (WR) , and Tiko Gutierrez (Line) Coach Gonzalez and Coach Fernandez-Rocha ore looking forward to another successful season with returning Freshmen Jorge Ochotoreno (line), Manny Feijoo (Line) , Bobby Espin (WR), and many others which will hopefully provide the leadership to keep team unity and therefore hove another great J V Football Season.
Running Back Eddy Gross (31) tokes a sweep down the sideline as Coral Shores defenders pursue
Defensive Back Javi Mestres pulls down one of his four interceptions against Coral Shores.
13ottom , L-R , D del Pino , M Milton, J Mestres M Lopez. T Ortiz. 2nd Row. C. Rosell, J Romano, K Kredi, F. Milton, 13 Espin, V Lopez-Mendoza, A Tapia 3rd Row. R. Sanchez , M Ruilobo, J. Dominguez , M Solorzano , J. Azcue , C. Echevarria , E Gross , J. Solorzano , A. Abril. Top Row , Coach Fernandez-Rocha , A 13ohorques, G Li , M Fuego , J. Ochotorrena, T Gutierrez. R Lanza , H Castro. R Rivero, Lopez-Jenkins , Coach Ganzaleaz
Defensive Captain Rene Sanchez (52) heads the 13elen defense as they shutout Coral Shores 14-0
Mike "Killer" Ruilobo drags down a Coral Shores receiver by the legs as defensive back GabrielLi (83) watches
Naldo Gonzalez and Richard Torro set the pace as they lead Belen to their 11th District title
Hilton Gonzalez concentrates on the race at hand, knowing with a good race he can lead his team to victory
Front Row , Otto Boudet, Naldo Gonzalez, Micheol Trujillo Bock Row, Willy Braceros, Richard Torro (capt ), Fronk Braceros , Nilton Gonzalez
With Spirit and Dedication, Runner s Maintain the Winning Tradition
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hen you hit the top, the only way to go is down.'' That ' s what everyone expected of this year ' s Cross-Country team
After losing former State champion Eric Alvarez, and fellow runner Luis Planas because of graduation, hopes for a successful season were very dim "Before the season, I thought this might be the worst team Belen has ever turned out," said coach Carlos Barquin, who has compiled a 164-14 dual meet record in 15 years. "But as our workouts began and then the meets, I saw this team had some talent "
Talent and hardwork payed off and it showed as the team surprised everyone but themselves in winning 2nd place at the University of Miami Invitational, the first meet of the year. The winn ing tradition continued · as the team swept through their dual meet
schedule on the way to another undefeated season at 10-0. Along the way they participated in various lnvita t ionals and fared well both as a team and in individual honors
The season was highlighted, however, when the team participated in the Dade County Youth Fair Meet The team winner of the meet is considered the county champion, and the pressure was on to defend the title they had won the previous year. Led by a 9th place finish by Naldo Gonzalez, the team trounced its closest competitor , Columbus, by more than .30 points.
Success was not limited however to the regular season, they also enjoyed success in post season competition In the Conference Chqmpionship the team captured their 7th consecutive title as top runners Naldo Gonzalez, Nilton Gonzalez, captain, Richard Torra, and Frank Braceros ·made the
All-Conference team. In Districts the team narrowly captured their 11th team title while also qualifying for the State Championship Meet in Deland
However, at the State Championship they encountered stiff competition from Jacksonville Bolles, Naples High, as well as hometown rival Ransom. Although, Belen ran well they could not overcome strong performances from other teams as they finished in a respectable 5th place. '
However, the outlook for next season is bright as the team will be lead by 1st team All-County runner Nilton Gonzalez, 2nd tecim All-County runner Naldo Gonzalez, as well as up and coming runners Frank Braceros, Willy Braceros, Otto Boudet, and Micheal Trujillo. With this sort of talent and determination the team should have no trouble reaching the top once again as they continue their quest for excellence.
Showing Concern - Fronk Braceros is closely followed by a Pine Crest runner He eventually won out as he finished in 10th place in the District meet
Pulling Away From the Pock- Naldo Gonzalez leads the way in a 3 mile race at Tropical Pork
Follow Me - Nilton Gonzalez leads the pack at a District Championship at Tropical Park
Warming Up- Belen runners take a short warm up lap before a dual meet at Belen
Our Father - Coach Barquin leads a prayer and gives a small pep talk before an important Conference Championship meet Barquin usually gives short pep talks before competitions to inspire the team
With Complete Determination - Otto Boudet passes a Clewiston runner as he rounds the turn
In Hot Pursuit - Richard Torra sets his sights on catching the rival Ransom runner , as every place counts in the District Championship.
Jr. Division Wins Conference Championship
r:veryday after school you could see them practice with the same determination as their varsity counterparts. Long runs as well as various sprints eventually conditioned the Jr. High teams into shape as each had an extremely successful season
The 7th and 8th grade team, led by runners Luis Suarez and Gus Dezendequi, went on to have an undefeated season at 25-0, as well as winning the Conference Championship. The
6th grade team had an equally successful season as they went 21-4 and placed 2nd in the Conference Championship The 6th grade team was led by Andy Marin, who also led the team to victory in the Dade County Youth Fair meet, by placing 1st out of hundreds of runners competing
Outlook for next year's team is excellent as the team will return top runners Javier Riera, Tony Perez, Andy Marin, and Jose Jimenez.
Watching the team - Coach Thomas Drexler is excited as his team wins the Conference Championship He is a major reason behind the success of the -team
Final Kick - Javier Riera sprints down the final stretch as he helps Belen win the 7th and 8th grade Conference Championship at Tropical Pork
Front Row, Jose Jimenez, Tony Perez 2nd Row, Andy Morin, Javier Riera, Tony Munoz Bock Row, Gus Dezendequi , Marcus Centurion, Luis Suarez , Gion-Poblo Kates.
Swinging on the Courses
Jose Gonzalez, a junior and experienced golfer , wos one of the leaders In the team
Jorge Cinco, senior, shows perfect swinging form at the match against Palmer
J Gonzalez, A. de Armas , J Cinco , T. Portuondo , C. Perez-Abreu , Coach P. Stuart
Belen Swings to a New Sport
GOLF
1986 marked the second year of the Belen Golf Team, which compiled a respectable record of 1-3 The four matches were played against Palmer and Gulliver, two matches a piece. Although the record might be seen as somewhat mediocre, Belen reached Golf Districts for the first time. They finished tenth overall, not at all
that bad for such a young team.
Belen's golf team is still more of a club than a teaf'D. It began the previous year in 1985 and thanks to the help of Coach Richard Stuart, the team participated in three matches, two against Palmer and one against Gulliver, and finished their
premature season at 1-2
The 1986 team was led by seniors Andres De Armas, Tony Portuondo, and Jorge Cinco; junior Jose Gonzalez; and sophomore Ca.rlos PerezAbreu. These players provided the foundation for what is sure to be a very successful future in golf.
Tony Portuondo shows his skills against Palmer These skills were the ones which helped him to be one of the leaders of the team.
Hey A ndres, it's not that boll, It's the one on your right.
Henry Artalejo. member of the State team. flies team to victory over Ransom Everglades.
Gian Zumpano gets a good start. and then leads the pack to victory.
Front Row. Left to Right- Olaniel Marcos. Arturo Franjul, Alberto Canto Minoso Adolfo. (2nd) Marcus Cassals. David Celis, Raymond Bonachea , Guillermo De Angulo , Victory Olaniel, Robert Caragol , (Jrd) Jason Greenwood. Ronald Garcia V idal. Heniy Gomez. Luis Chacon, Juan Franjul, Michael Donnell, (4th). Joey Zumpano, Albert lmperatori , Enrique Saldarriaga, Danny Zumpano, William Uribarri, Fermin Ferro. (5th). Carlos Garcia. Sixto Ferro, Jorge Baste , Rafael Anrrich, ' Jorge Cinco, Henry Artalejo , Joel Mensley: (6th) Jorge Saldarriaga, Pablo Uribasterra, Javier Canto , Gian Zumpano, Albert de Cardenas. Coach Andrew Philips
Swim Team Dives in and Mol"'\es Waves
··we had work1ng together for three years and finally it paid off," Jorge Cinco, a senior, stated about this year's swimming team. In 1983 Belen adapted a new sport: swimming The following year, the swim team consisted of only seven members and achieved a modest 3-3 season. However, this year the team found itself 30 swimmers strong and roared to a recordbreaking, 7-1 season.
The season was marked by impressive victories against St
Brenndan's, Gulliver Prep. , Ronscm Everglades, and Westminster Christian; the only loss being to Pinecrest. Nevertheless, this setback did not discourage the team that went on to capture 3rd place at the Dade County Youth Fair , the 3A, 2A, 1A District title and qualify seven swimmers for State. The State team was strong in the Medley race led by Jorge Cinco, Robert Caragol, G de Angulo, and Danny Zumpano as well as the individual events in which Henry Artalejo, Jorge Baste, and Joey Zumpano had a
strong showing.
In addition to its winning season and strong showing at State, the Belen swim team received national attention when Joey Zumpano was ranked 2nd in the nation in the 100 yd breaststroke by USA Today.
The swim team would like to thank Coach Andrew Phillips for helping them out With a lot of returning swimmers, and a brand new swimming pool on the way , things look brighter for the swim team
Joey Zumpano, ranked 2nd in the notion by USA Today, says , " Let's see now pull one and kick two , or is it kick one and pull two? "
Jorge Cinco, a 3-yeor veteran, relaxes as he watches teammates swim to victory against St Brendan (Above)
Andres Jimenez bulls his adversary to the mat
Albert Gross firmly holds down his man for a pinfcill.
Front Row : (L to R) : Jonathon Garcia , Andres Jimenez, Alex Permuy, Albert de Cardenas , Donny Grendel , Fernando Portuon do Bock Row : (L to R) : Albert Gross , Kevin Deeb , George Garcia , Oliver Ross Not pictured ore Fernando Pomores and Angelc Longo
Let's Pin 'Em
Lost year, Belen opened its first wrestling season ever with on astounding 6.3 wrestlers Although the number of members was curbed as the season progressed, the team ended up with four district finalis t s and a winning record.
This, our second year of wrestling, looked as if it would begin the some way as lost year with 2.3 wrestlers at the beginning of the season But this year we lost too many wrestlers too fast and ended up with on incomplete team after mid-season. Belen's Varsity Wrestling record reflects this, having won J out of 4 matches at the beginning of the season and ending up with a 4-6
record at the end of the season
Although the team ' s record was not a good figure there were many bright areas in the performance of a few individual wrestlers. There were quite a few wrestlers with individual winning records and many fine accomplishments
At the Conference Tournoment in Curley High School, Belen hod five finalists, including a Conference Champion in the Unlim ited Weight Closs : Angelo Longo.
At the District Tournoment in South Dade High School , Belen hod four finalists: Albert de Cardenas in the 12.3 lbs weight
class, Jonathon Garcia in the 142 lbs. weight class, Albert Gross in the 171 lbs. weight class, and Angelo Longo in the Unlimited weight Closs Both Gross and Longo were District Champions
Most importantly, both of Belen ' s District Chomps did for Belen Wrestling something that will probably be considered a stepping stone for future wrestlers by being the first wrestlers sent to the State Tournoment to represent Belen. Although neither Gross nor Longo placed in the tournament it was on accomplishment that Belen con build on and be p roud of.
Jonathan Garcia reaches for the sky in victory
Fernando Portuondo breaks down his opponent
Last year, Belen opened its first wrestling season ever with an astounding 63 wrestlers. Although the number of members was curbed as the season progressed, the team ended up with four district finalists and a winning record
This, our second year of wrestling, lool.c;ed as if it would begin the same way as last year with 23 wrestlers at the beginning of the season But this year we lost too many wrestlers too fast and ended up with an incomplete team after mid -season Belen's Varsity Wrestling record reflects this, having won 3 out of 4 matches at the beginning of the season
A take dawn against his Curley opponent ensured Andres Jimenez his victory at a home match
Angelo Longo squares off against Lydell Hudson from Port St Lucie at the state championships in Fort Pierce.
and ending up with a 4-6 record at the end of the season
Although the team's record was not a good figure there were many bright areas in the performance of a few individual wrestlers. There were quite a few wrestlers with individual winning records and many fine accomplishments.
At the Conference Tournament in Curley High School, Belen had five finalists, including a Conference Champion in the Unlimited Weight Class: Angelo Longo
At the District Tournament in South Dade High School, Belen had four finalists : Albert de Cardenas in the 123 lbs. weight
class, Jonathon Garcia in the 142 lbs. weight class , Albert Gross in the 171 lbs weight class, and Angelo Longo in the Unlimited weight class. Both Gross and Longo were District Champions.
Most importantly, both of Belen's District Champs did for Belen Wrestling something that will probably be considered a stepping stone for future wrestlers by being the first wrestlers sent to the State Tournament to represent Belen. Although neither Gross not Longo placed in the tournament it was an accomplishment that Belen can build on and be proud of
\lbert Gross and Angelo Longo onx)Usly await for their state matches to 1egin.
Sprawling on his opponent, Jonathon Garcia holds him down
Two of Dade's best go heod-to-heod.
Shooting 87% from the free throw line for the season, Arnie Paniagua shows good form
Front Row, Alex 13ertot, Juan Cabeza, Tony Franyie, Jorge Mora , Luis Diaz, Manny Hadad 13ack Row, Coach Pena, Carlos 13ravo, Eddy Munoz, Arnie Paniagua, Jose 13aloyra, Jorge Rodriguez, Jorge Padron , Coach Marrero
Despite Roci"Y Start, Team Peal"s in Districts, and
Reaches Regionals
''This was a great year for me to coach. because I was close and united to the team," said coach Ruben Marrero. Although they were out to a slow start, the basketball team come bock strong. This was accomplished because eleventh year coach Ruben Marrero. mode the team realize that the most important thing wasn ' t to hove a good record, but to ploy well The team did just that and , improved their overall record to 17-B
The key in the beginning of the season was to fit Jose Boloyro , who come from North Carolina , into the system. Once he got used to the system , Belen got what they needed, a guardforward that gave them rebounding and scoring Belen's success was also due to the leadership of the seniors who according to Ruben Marrero, " Were very mature and handled responsibility very well " This leadership was shown through the hard practice of team captains, Arnie Paniagua and Luis Dioz As Arnie Paniagua stated, " During the beginning of the season, things weren't going too good for us , but through hard work, we were able to ploy the way we knew we could ploy ."
On the court Belen was led by the performances of Jorge Mora , Jose Boloyro, and Arnie Paniagua. The team overall, depended on on inside game and aggressive man-to-man defense
The of the team was Jorge Mora. on All-Conference team selection He averaged 10 points and 8 7 assists per game Ruben Marrero said ''Whatever I wonted to do on the court , I was able to accomplish it through Mora ' ' What the coach wonted to do most of the time was to get the boll inside to Arnie Paniagua on All-Dade team selection Jorge Mora and other guards such as Luis Dioz Manny Hadad. and Jose Boloyro , accomplished this • feat Once Arnie got the boll inside. he used his upper body strength to overage 21 points and 14 rebounds per game On the defensive side , they were led by seniors Luis Dioz that much , we were more concerned In the beginning of the season the basketball team hod glorifying moments when they beat South Miami and Sunset. two 4-A teams Towards the middle of the season they suffered three straight defeats against Curley , Westminster, and Pine Crest by a total combined score of ten points The defeat against
Westminister was avenged later on in the season by defeating them at their home court, 61 -41 After this win. everything went uphill , and at one time we were ranked sixth in the state poll. As Districts were approaching. Eddy Munoz ' s outside shooting was o major contribution Belen was on o roll , until our 4 -A arch-rivals, Columbus come along We suffered o loss , but as Jorge Mora put it, " We didn ' t really core about Columbus that much , we were more concerned with Districts .·· At Districts , Belen cruised througb victories over Pace and Westminster In the District championship game , they lost to state contenders , Curley, by a twenty foot shot at the buzzer Belen still advanced to regionols. but because of the loss to Curley , they hod to go ploy at Riviera Beach Suncoost, where they suffered o defeat that ended their season
The great Belen tradition of basketball will continue through the leadership of juniors Manny Hadad , George Rodriguez , and Alex Bertot
This year was o great year for our basketball team and the seniors would wish to thank them for all the excitement they ' ve given us throughout the years
Coach Ruben Marrero gives lost minute instructions in o game against Westminster
Luis Diaz shows his poise by slowing down the boll against Curley
Unity, the Key
eom unity was the key to our success this season, on because of it, we were able to bounce bock from a rocky start,'' claims Jorge Mora Most of the seniors in the varsity basketball team hove been playing together since eighth grade Their success started in junior high basketball and continued in junior varsi t y through the domination of their opponents. Their relationship since eighth
grade has mode these members of the basketball team very close friends off the court.
This togetherness off the court really pleased head coach Ruben Marrero as he stated , " Even though we didn't win Districts, it was a great year because the team was together off the court."
Obviously, because of their unity, this team was able to pull off a great season
Curley's Fabriece Millord, All-Dade, couldn't stop Arnie Paniagua, another All -Dade selection, as he averaged 28 points in three games against Curley.
Familiar sight: Jose 13oloyro's attempt for a dunk being broken up by a Curley defender
The senio rs show leadership and unity
Jorge Mora penetrates to make something happen against Columbus
Jorge Padron. Jorge Mora Luis Dioz, Ar-
nie Paniagua, and Alex Bertot demonstrate Belen's aggressive zone defense
Belen crowd shows their spirit as they come out to support their team by filling the bleachers In most games
Eddy Munoz provides outside shooting for Belen.
If the amount of fun a team has is measured according to its success, then this year's Junior Varsity team must hove hod many good times Led by on outstanding core of Sophomores and second year coach Pedro Peno, the Wolverines posted a 17- 5 record. The season began with tournament losses to Pace , Coral Gobies, South Dade, and Col-
Dynasty Continues
umbus , but the Wolverines rebounded to dominate their district opponents by using on intense man to man defense and a balanced scoring Marcos Gonzalez, Alex Rodriguez , Victor Lopez de Mendoza, Carlos Perez-Abreu, Orlando Garcia, Mariano Oliver, and Carlos Perez all contributed to a strong team effort Coach Peno contends that the
team ' s good season could be attributed to the hard and unity of the players '' If these guys ore together at any level, they will be a success because of the closeness and unity they hove created,'' he said. Look for the Wolverine dynasty to continue next year as a quality group of JV players move up to the Varsity
The Killer "0" Defense - Orlando Garcia demonstrates the aggressive style of defense that the Wolverines used to rattle their opponents
Front Row, Mariano Oliver , Juan Cueto , Orlando Vozque2 Orlando Garcia , Alex Brito, Alex Rodriguez Bock Row, Coa cl Pena , Rich Morales , Victor Lopez de Mendoza, Carlos Pere2 Abreu , Paul de O ro , Carlos Perez , Marcos Gonzalez , Coacl Marrero. Alex Rodriguez's jump shot was one of mony weapons in the Wolverine arsenal.
New Team Strives for Success
onsidering that this was the first year that Belen has ever had a 6th grade basketball team, Coach Pedro Pena can't be too disappointed in his team's 4-5 record " It was really a fine season with a great group of kids," he said The Baby Wolverines were led in scoring by Gaby Diaz, Carlos Pintado, and Rene Colina Alex Hoyos, Javier de Ia Vega, and P. J Lobeck took care of the rebounding chores. The backcourt was composed of Gaston Macau, Javier Argamasilla , and Alex Garcia. The experience that these
players gained this year should help them next year as they move up to the Belen Junior High team They will be hard pressed to match this year's team record of 15-1 The fast breaking Wolverines , under coach Jorge Gonzalez, won both the Gulfstream Athletic Conference and the All Catholic Conference. Gilberta Gonzalez and John Lopez led the team in scoring while Enr ique Riva and Robert Gonzalez led in rebounding Alex Lopez, Jorge Ortega, and seventh g rader Luis Zuniga also contributed to a strong team effort.
Front Row , Goby Dioz , Rene Colina, Javier de Ia Vega , Gaston Macau , Alex Garcia 13ock Row, Carlo s Perez P J Gus Abolo , Javier Argomosillo , Carlos Pintado Alex Hoyos Coach Pedro Peno
Coach Pedro Pena provided much needed leadership and inspiration for his young players
The Baby Wolverines listen attentively to coach Peno ' s instructions during a timeout
Grace and style-High scoring Rene Colina smokes post defenders from St Kevin on his way to the hoop
Joe Lorenzo struggles through, even though he had suffered a broken hand In the victory over Pace the day before
Goalie Pablo Junco cranks back against Curley In the District Finals at Dade Christian School.
Left to Right, Front Row, R. Lorenzo, H. Navas, C. Garcia, L. Juarez, S. Blasco, A. Jorge. Second Row, E. Garcia, 0. Boudet, J .Fernandez, P. Cejas, P. Junco, V. Navas, R. Santamaria, X. Martinez. Top Row, G. Loge, J. Bisbal. R. Herrero, J. Lopez, C. He1 nandez, R. Pozo, A. Jocosa, A. Alvarez, M. Gonzalez, J. Lorenzo, E. Palacio.
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had a young and partially inexperienced team, but with unity and teamwork, it worked out." These are the sentiments of Senior Hernando Novas, whose words describe the team's season perfectly
The season began with a 1-4 record, but the Belen team was able to turn the tide around and go into Districts with a 6-9 record, this helped the team to get a number two ranking going into Districts
Belen received a "bye" in its first game, at the district tournament; going into the second game the Belen team was confronted by one of its biggest rivals, Pace This second game ended in a Belen victory, shutting-out Pace, 5-0. The following day was one of pain and heartbreak, though; for
fatigue as well as four injured players helped in the defeat of the Belen team, which hod to settle for runner-up. Leading the team thus far, were six starting seniors: Captains, Joeseph Lorenzo and Hernando Navas, as well as Robert Pozo (at point), Lyn Juarez (Fullback), Eddie Palacio (Fullback), and Mike Gonzalez (defensive halfback) However, this brilliant leadership was overshadowed only by the outstanding coaching job of Coach Fonseca and Tony Abello Coach Fonseca believes that, "if winning and losing is the bottom line then coaching is worthless." In keeping with this , Coach Fonseca and Tony Abello, restructured the team by moving such players as Pablo Cejos to starting center forward , Mike Gonzalez to defensive halfback,
and Joseph Lorenzo to sweeper. Furthermore, they opened the way for the younger players such as Richard Lorenzo, Jorge Bisbol, Pablo Cejos, Sergio Blasco, Eric Garcia and Alan Jorge. They even gave on opportunity to outstanding Junior Varsity players such as: Xavier Martinez, Jaime Lopez, Carlos Garcia, Charlie Veres, and Otto Boudet ; who led the Junior Varsity team to a 7-1 season, one of the best records in the state Along with all this reshaping, the coaches ore developing our two young goalies, Pablo Junco and Albert Alvarez All in all, this has been a good year for the Belen soccer team. The coaches hove rebuilt the team, shaped it with their guidance, and most of all hove given it hope This hope will corry it into a new and better year
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Joe Lorenzo Sr , Offensive Captain Hernando Navas, Head Coach Fernando Fonseca , Defensive Captain Joe Lorenzo, and Assistant Coach Tony Abella receiving the District Runner-Up trophy
Two year Belen Varsity Soccer Coach Fernando Fonseca looks on as his team performs at the Finals
From LEFT
RIGHT
Supporter
Robert Pozo (Point Fullback) comes bock to the field after missing two games due to a knee injury.
After being on injured reserve for most of the season, Joseline Fernandez (Fullback) tightens-up the defense on a Curley player.
Captain Hernando Navas. one of the leading scorers, does a little playing around before the game starts
140 f Sports "Where is the boll?". Captain Joe Lorenzo asks himself as he bottles off on opposing player
Captain Joe Lorenzo (Sweeper) is on the pursuit as the seconds tick down in the lost game of the season (Above Left)
Eighth grader Allan Jorge excels at his fullback position by starting at the end of the season (Above Right)
"Guys, are you ready?", implies Hernando Novas as the District game is about to begin (Left)
Robert Pozo, in perfect sliding form, goes for the boll forgetting about his knee injury
Pablo Cejas, (Forward) one of the leading scorers in the team, powers his way to .get a shot on goal. (Above Left)
Hernando Navas looks at the open field thinking whether he should pass or go for another goal. (Above Right)
First string Varsity Goalie Pablo Junco gives a great leaping effort to defend from a shot-on-goal.
Rich Lorenzo, after having on injured leg throughout lost year, shows his leaping abilities going for o header against Curley player.
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Joseline Fernandez sets up a goal kick to get the boll upfield to one of his teammates (Above Left)
Hector Ortiz, the top seeded player in the Belen team. hits a forehand shot during practice
Luis Iglesias attacks the net as he ploys in the Belen courts
Bottom: J Mestres, L. Iglesias, J Bisbol.
Top : Coach Pot Collins H Ortiz, C. Conde, J. Trios
With Dedi cation and Le ad e rship, the Tearn Achiev e d th e
BEST EVER!
The 13elen tennis team has done the best ever in all of the years that 13elen has been associated with tennis Their 13-2 record has been the best percentage of a 13elen team
The team was led by seniors Hector Ortiz , 13-1 in # 1 singles, and Julio Trios, 8-3 in #3 singles
The rest of the team, with one exception, Carlos Torres de Navarro, on alternate, is returning this year. The other members of the team ore Luis Iglesias, 12-3 in #2 singles, Jorge 13isbol, 7-2 in #4 singles, Jorge Mestres, 5 -2 in# 5 singles, and alternates Cesar Conde and Nestor Machado. Since Jorge 13isbol was hurt a number of matches, the alterna t es switched around and got experience along with much playing t ime The doubles teams were a great asset to the team Hector Ortiz and Luis Iglesias were # 1 doubles and Julio Trios and Jorge 13isbol were #2 doubles.
This year was a better year than lost year's year, because as Mr Collins, coach of the team, says '' This year the team was strong all along the line " This year many accomplishments were established '' This year was the first year we defeated Pine Crest in 10 years To me that was one of the satisfying moments of the year, " stated Mr. Collins. The team got second place in Conference and they also placed second in District 8-AA out of thirteen schools. The second place in Districts brought home the only trophy that a Belen tennis team has gotten.
As for individual accomplishments, Hector Ortiz led the way The major surprise, though, was Cesar Conde , a seventh grader, winning Conference in # 5 singles and reaching finals in Districts Hector Ortiz won Conference # 1 singles for the second time and
Districts # 1 singles for the third time. Hector Ortiz then teamed up with Luis Iglesias to win the # 1 doubles in Distr icts for the second consecutive year These wins at Districts send Ortiz and Iglesias to state for the second year In state, Ortiz mode it to the top four in singles and also mode it to the top four in doubles with Iglesias.
Throughout the years, the most consistent player in the team has been Hector Ortiz. He has been the only person to win M VP awards for a certain sport for five consecutive years ( 8-12) in Belen history. This truly shows his dedication and commitment to the sport , and all the hard work paid off since he is going to the University of Illinois on a scholarship Since there ore only two seniors on the team , there ore many bright prospects for next year. Hopefully, it will be another successful year.
Julio Trias, senior and veteran of the team shows great forehand form
J. Bisbal. an experienced junior, volleys at the net.
Difficult shots are Julio Tria's specialty, as he shows "how it's done "
Luis Iglesias. sophomore and one of the key players, gives a powerful swing in a regular season game
Hector Ortiz winds up for a powerful serve which is one of the strong points in his game
Coach Pat Collins talks the game plan over with Hector Ortiz (on right) and Cesar Conde (on left).
"Concentration is everything," says Jorge Bisbol as he puts everything he has into each swing
J. Mestres. a young but experienced player, is the future of this Belen team
C. Conde, seventh grader strides to the boll during a regular season practice.
Lyn Juarez jumps with style as he shows why he's one of the top long jumpers on the team
Alexis Abril attacks the hurdle in a preliminary race at the Conference Championship. Alexis went on to make the finals and finish a respectable 6th.
(Bottom Row) N. Gonzalez, A. Permuy, D Mu('loz, A Carbonell, J jimenez, E Serrano; (Second Row) R. Suarez, M. Trujillo, J. Pciloncor, R. Feo, J Cos, H Barrios; (Third Row) C. Solvot, J Bernal, E Gross , C. Armengol, L. Juarez, J Garcia, A. DeArmas; (Fourth Row), R Morales, N Gonzalez, L. Aceituno, G Hernandez, M Gonzalez, A. Gross, Coach Phill Dembowski, 0 Marrero, P. Freyre, A. Abril, A. Fernandez, M Milton, J Garcia, Teo Roselle
The Winning Spirit
Track and Field is a varsity sport t hat has always been considered an "individual" athlete's sport by all it's participants Track athletes have been told time and time again that no matter how the team performs, their individual performance will always stand out However, this year ' s team, led by Coach Phil Dembowski and assistant coach Robert Torricella, held a slightly different attitude They believed that by working together as a family success would be possible This became a reality as the Wolverines finished undefeated and won the Conference Championship. However, this success was not expected as the year began with much speculation about how well the team would perform.
After the loss of state-champion Eric Alvarez, Luis Planas, and Fernando Calvo, the team was left with a group of inexperienced athletes that were willing to work hard This inexperience showed in the beginning, as the team could only manage a respectable 5th place in the Palmer Relays, despite some strong performances by various returning athletes.
However, the outlook steadily improved as t he team began its dual meet season by trouncing its first opponent, Pace High School. As the season progressed, the team's confidence increased as they dominat ed their opponents such as Gulliver, Pine Crest , and Westminster. The dual meet season concluded with a mauling of Curley High School and brought about Belen's first ever undefeated season and expectations of a Conference Meet victory.
In the Conference Meet the team was challenged early by Pine Crest, who fared well in the field events and established a small lead. However, thanks to outstanding coaching as well as 'Spectacular individuals performances, the Wolverines overtook Pine Crest and clinched the Championship by sweeping the two mile race which was won by Naldo Gonzalez Other Conference Champions included Jorge Garcia in the shot put , Carlos Bravo in the triple jump, Nilton Gonzalez in the mile, Richard Torra in the half mile, and the mile relay team of Jorge Cox , Michael Trujillo, Teo Rosell, and Albert Gross
The Wolverines followed up their Conference Championship by finishing second runner up at the District Meet. In doing so, they qualified Jorge Garcia, Nilton Gonzalez, Richard Torra, and Naldo Gonzalez for the State Meet in Winter Park, Florida In the State meet Belen was well represented as Garcia placed 3rd and Naldo Gonzalez 6th This was a rewarding finish to a very successful season
Throughout the year the team was led by such outstanding seniors as Albert Gross, Richard Torra, Jorge Cos, Andres de Armas, Carlos Bravo, Teo Rosell, Lyn Juarez, and Mike Gonzalez
Although these athletes will be sorely missed next year, a bright" future awaits the Wolverines as Nilton and Naldo Gonzalez, Joey Garcia, Charlie Armengol, Alphi Carbonnel, Alex Permuy, Mike Trujillo, Eddy Gross, Omar Moreno , Alexis Abril, Maurice Milton, and Robert Suarez return Hopefully they can unite once again as a family under the leadership of Coach Phil Dembowski and have another successful season
Newcomer Eddy Gross kicks down the stretch on his way to another respectable finish
Coach Dembowski offers his encouragement
Albert Gross gives it his all as Richard
offers his support. Throughout the year Albert contributed to the team heavily in not only shot put but in running events as well.
Hilton Gonzalez picks up the pace on his way to another victory in the mile run. Nllton went on to qualify for the State Championship in the mile.
Lynn Juarez hands off to Mike Gonzalez as they go on to win the 440 relay in a dual meet against Pine Crest.
Morales
Andres De Armas glides over the bor with ease
Richard Torra anchors the mile-medley team to victory in a dual meet against Pine Crest.
Naldo Gonzalez stretches in preperation for another 2 mile victory. Naldo went in to qualify for the State Championship in the 2 miles and finish a respectable 6th.
Leadership and Optimism
Contribute to a . . .
Victorious Season
Behind every good team there ore great leaders, and the Belen Trock team was no exception. After losing many experienced athletes, Coach Phil Dembowski was sincerely expecting a rebuilding year. However, he always had hope, and did an exceptional job in finding events for the
new athletes, as well as improving the performances of the returning ones. In doing this the team managed to pull through quite nicely as they finished undefeated as well as being Conference champs Assistant coach Robert Torricella should be credited as well for contributing to the team effort.
Coach Dembrowski concentrates!
Newcomer Carlos Hernandez
Carlos
Mike Gonzalez leaps to victory in the triple jump in a meet against Pine Crest
prepares for a fast start off the blocks
Bravo, Conference chomp in the long jump, leaps in anticipation of victory
Alex Permuy barely nips the bar as he attempts to clear 10 feet.
Jorge Garcia throws with his usual excellent form on his way to another victory Jorge went on to place 3rd at State
Mike Trujillo hands off to Jorge Cos in a winning effort against Pine Crest Both runners were members of the victorious mile relay team at Conference.
Richard Torra prepares to kick it in on his way to another victory in the half mile Richard went on to win Conference as well as Districts in that event
Tony Franyie, ace pitcher, fires a fastball at Gulliver Wolverines went on to win 10-0
Third year coach, Eddie Fraga, gets ready to give final instructions before Lasalle game
13aseball Tearn Started
Hopeful, but Ended Disappointed
The 1986 Belen season was one fall of and disappointment The team itself was very talented and had a gooa mixtu re of promising underclassmen and experienced seniors. The team was led offensively by third baseman Robert PerezAbreau, ace pitcher Tony Fanyie, and shortstop Javier Mariscal who all finished the season hitting over .300. Defensively, the team was led by a pair of outfielders, Jose Lopez and Jose Sanchez who both turned in excellent performances This along with the timely hitting of George Vasseur and Hector Tundidor
made the Wolverines unstoppable
The season began in dismay as the team dropped 7 of its first 8 games But with the return of Tony Franyie and Victor Lopez Mendoza to the pitching staff the team quiddy responded by winning their next 9 in a row The team then suffered a crushing 5-J defeat to number one Pace from which it really never recuperated. They went on to lose 5 of their rema1n1ng games, and although they turned in an impressive performance the Wolverines lost 2-1 in the first round of the district play-offs against the Curly
Knights.
Although the team had a great deal of talent and worl<ied very hard, its record didn't do it justice. Seven of the 1J losses were by 2 runs or less
Next year the Belen team will again have a great deal of ability. Returning players include Victor Lopez Meandoza, Hector Tundidor, Carlos Ortega and Mario Rodriguez. Also returning will be outfielders Lus Gordillo, Arturo Bohorges, Juan Sague, and Carlos Segredo. With hard work and a little lucl"i the Wolverines should have an impressive season next year.
Repa gets ready to crank one deep against Loyola.
Teammates Jose Sanchez and Jose Lopez lead the Wolverines in the defensive deportment as the top outfielders
Sanch doubles and gets a couple of Rll3's as the Wolverines comeback against the Knights.
Jose Lopez is ready to get another hit on his way to a JOO season.
Victor cocks back and lets it go, on his way to his fifth victory
Seniors Sanch, Franyie, Repo, Lopes, and Jovi toke their lost picture, in the final game of the season
Jose Sanchez swings for power.
Jose Lopez anxiously awaits the pitch.
Victor Lopez de Mendoza throws the heat.
Seniors take a stand for the lost time. Left to right : Jose Sanchez, Tony Fronyie, P.ober1 Perez Abreu, Jose Lopez, Javier Mariscal.
Above : Junior Varsity : Coach P Pena 0 Garcia, C. Perez Abreu J. Romano , I. Padron, R Lanzo, J Cil , M Oliver, A. Prieto, R. Sanchez, 0 Ballesteros, J Alvarez, M. Gonzalez, L. Zabala, 0 Vazquez F Franco , M Colienes.
Left center: 7th and 8th : Coach R Stuart, J Linares , J Espin , A. Prieto, R Rivero, F Lopez, P Coreno, 13 Millores, A. Castillo, J Lopez, R Goromedio , A Oliver , M. Mestre, I. Alfonso, R. Topones, J Ortego L. Orbeo, L. Leon, A. 13oldez.
Left bottom: J P Lebeck, A Houos, S Garcia, J de Ia Vega G. de Ia Iglesia, S Gonzalez, J. Roco, E. Argulles, N. Alvarez , R; Garcia, T Mauri, G Macau J Argomosillo, J Sobrodo, G Dioz, A Leon
The Man Who Wins Is the One Who He Can!
Athlete recognition is the way up the ladder for on improving athletic program In 1986 Belen participated in Varsity and J. V. sports. Among these ore, Football, Baseball, Basketball, Tennis, Soccer, Wrestling, X-country, Track and Field, and all the way to the greens to ploy Golf. This exemplifies the growth of sports in Belen over the years.
It tokes a lot of time, commitment, and dedication to participate in any sport, especially at Belen. Therefore, our athletes ore recognized, either by on M.V P award, letter, pin, or a certificate But in our eyes they ore all winners Belen not only recognizes Varsity players, but also J V. and Jr. High athletes. Belen encourages their players to start from on early age, beginning in 6th grade, until becoming a powerful, and mature Varsity player
The 1985-86 year in sports at Belen was a successful one for the most port. But in any given thing that we all do in life there's always room for improvement. We must all unite as one to strive and be the best at whatever sport God has
gifted us to ploy But first we must follow a rule :
If you think you're beaten you ore.
If you think you dare not, you don't.
If you like to win, but think you can't,
It's almost a cinch you won't.
If you think you'll lose, you're lost,
For out in the world we find Success begins with a fellow's will.
It's all in the state of mind.
If you think you're outclassed, you ore
You've got to think high to rise , You've got to be sure oi yourself before
You con ever win a pr ize. Life ' s bottles don't always go
To the stronger or foster man, But soon or late, the man who wins, Is the man who thinks he con.
Tony Fronyie, Jorge Padron , Tine Tejera , and William Muir receive their Varsity football pins
It's a Long Awards Night!
Albert Gross is one· of Belen's 1985-86 Athlete of the year, Hector Ortiz is the other one
Right: Mike Gonzalez accepts his Varsity Letter
Center : Gian Zumpano retires from swimming ond moves into the ships.
Bottom: Belen Seniors enjoy their last Sports Banquet.
Tony Abello, Belen alumnus, talks about hisJ V. Soccer team
Richard l orenzo receives Soccer M.V.P.
Richard Torro is Belen's 1985-86 Track and Field M V.P
Gion Zumpano receives his swimming award.
Unsung Heroes
Receive Their Due
For years now the general athletic banquet at the end of the school year hod become too long and tedious because of the many students that needed to be recognized. The athletic deportment, therefore, decided to have a smaller J.V. banquet at the school cafeteria so that the members of the J. V teams could be ploudited
Allan Jorge, Tony
with equal time. This banquet was well attended and Mr. Sierra did a great job preparing the "criollo" beans and rice and ''boliche.'' All the J.V. teams did well this year and ore to be commended, but particularly · superlative were the track and tennis teams. Special congratulations go to all our young athletes on a job well done.
Hernandez, Javier Riera and Luis Suarez accept their trophies and certificates while a proud Tom Drexler addresses the crowd
Right - Carlos Barquin, our Athletic Director gives a welcoming address
Bottom-
Moniz, Jose Jimenez, Andy Marin, Tony
Above - The basketball coach Ruben Marrero hands Alex Lopez his trophy -:-Alex is on outstanding basketball player
The swimming coach and Jorge Gonzalez also give praising speeches to the members of J V teams.
Organizations
At Belen, each student is allowed to explore a variety of his own specific extracurricular interests through a number of clubs and organizations.
BASES gives students interested in the sciences a chance to probe a little deeper than a text book, Notional Honor Society and the Beta Club recognize the
efforts of outstanding students, Vincom and Echoes give those interested the opportunity to investigate journalism, and Key Club serves to organize the efforts of those interested in helping others. These ore just a few of the many organizations which serve to enrich the Belen education.
Let's Hear It For Our
Cheerleaders
This year, thanks to several volunteers from Our Lady of Lourdes and Saint Brendons High, Helen once again has a squad of cheerleaders. These cheerleaders were always ready and willing to come out and cheer at pep rallies, and games, whether we were winning or losing. Through their dedicated hard work and many weeks of practice, and with just a little help from Waldo the Wolverine, they come to know just how to raise fan and team spirit. The athletes and students ore grateful to the for being there. Among this year's cheerleaders were: Mary Ariz, Monique Camino, Kathy Capobianco, Martha Cil, Silvio Guilorte, Claudio Lopez, Annie Oliver, Lourdes Pujols, and Ana Torres de Navarro.
Left: Ana Torres de Navarro, Kathy Casablanca, Mary Ariz, Monique Camino, Annie Oliver cheer at a Belen Pep Rally.
Above top: Sylvia Guilorte tokes center court. Center: Mary Ariz and Lourdes Pojol cheer up a storm. Bottom: Jonib Abreu, Tommy Coluo. Lissette Doderm- don't they look cute!
Guests to Students
This year Belen was very fortunate in being able to listen to a variety of excellent speakers Through the hard work of Mr. Potricl.c; Collins, the Belen students were able to listen to all of the candidates for the Miami mayoral race The candidates were Mauricio Ferre, Xavier Suarez, Morvin
Dunn, and Raul Mosvidol. Their speeches and question-answer periods were very interesting and educational.
Belen was also visited by some very talented Israeli high school students. These English-speaking foreigners taught the students the basic differences between the
Israeli way of living and the American wa of living. The students were also visited b a group of actors and actresses fror Princeton University. These students wer members of the Princeton Triangle-Din Club. They put on a very comical show f< the crowd.
Mayor of Miami, Xavier Suarez , speaks to the Junior Class.
Raul Masvidal remembers being a student at Belen
The Israeli students show off their country.
Left : Mauricio Ferre presents his platform to on auditorium full of Belen students
Marvin Dunn answers a government student's question. All candidates running for office were asked by Mr. Collins to address the student body.
The Tringle-Ding Club delight the crowd
(Right)
Top Row , L-R, M Monol, I. Padron , 0. Garcia, C. Perez-Abreu, J Romano, J Vasseur , L. Vazquez, G Zumpano , A. Kredi, J Zumpano, V Novas, M. Morejon, A. Lopez , R. Dioz 2nd Row, K Kredi, R. Morales, J Azcue, R Cherenek, A Fernandez , V Lopez de Mendoza, J. Borinogo, J Granda, L. de Varona, L. Juarez , H Ortiz, R Espinosa, J Alvarez, A. de Armas .3rd Row, A Gross, Mrs C. Vila, A Tuckler, X. Martinez, E. Artolejo, 0 Zequeiro , R Gomez, P. Compo, A Gonzalez. 4th Row, G Garcia, P Cejos, F Casillas, 0 Boudet, R Lorenzo , C. Hernandez, F. Gombin, K Torocido, P Hernondez-Villolon. 5th Row, N. Bean, C. Mostropo, R. Dioz, L. Albeloiz, R. Santamaria, G Li , M. Trujillo , M Milton, A. Xiques, B Digon.
Our Most Honored Students!
Could Mrs. Hewett , Moderator of the Junior Honor Society (Center), be ripping them off!
The almighty insignia. Above
National Honor Society · officers , Albert Gross (President) , Joey Alvarez (VP), Pobleo Hernandez-Villalon (Treasurer), and Augusto Lopez (Secretory) (Right)
Top, L-R, F Fero, J. Hernandez, J. Ortiz, C. Martinez, E Villosuso, M. Casal, D Luna, E Lopez, C. Conde, A. Lehmann, A. Cardona, N. Machado, H.Buigos, 0. E. Chegoroy, A. De Cardenas, V. Pedre, M. Mestre, D. Zumpano, C. Meso, I. Alfonso, J. Fonjul, L. Garcia-Chacon. Jrd Row, R Molino, C. Aspillogo, K Coto, E. Ziesienes, J Juoro, G. Delgado, P. Freyre, J. Sendro, J Garcia, R Feo, A. Lozo, D Bolder, A Amazon, I. Ortiz, J. Jimenez, R Suarez, 0 de Tuyo, J. Mestre, Mrs. Hewett. 2nd row, L. Fernandez, J. Ortiz, E. Revillo, J. Dones, C. Colserin, M Marquez, J. Fraga, D. Garcia, A. Doire, G. Lopez, E. Martinez, D Moreira, A. Fernandez, J Taboos, J Viyello. 1st Row, C. Garcia, H Perez, A. Zequeiro, A. Ysodo, J. Fernandez, F. DeZorrogo, A. Morales, R. Perez, A Kredi, J. Gonzalez, J. Porlode.
Top of the List!
This was a record breaking year for Belen's most prestigious academic club, the Notional Honor Society. Over thirty-five sophomores were inducted into NHS making this the highest number of tenth-graders ever to be The seniors set another record: for the first time in Belen History, seventeen seniors graduated as members of NHS.
The Notional Honor Society, headed by Mrs. Carol Vila is unique in the sense
that it is not only on academic club, but it is a service club as well. Members of the NHS participated in programs for tutoring underprivileged children in South Miami; as well as other service projects.
The Junior Notional Honor Society, headed by Mrs. Mario Hewett, also participated in many tutoring programs, fund-raising for needy charities, and other such programs that benefited Belen and the general community
Left- Mrs. Vila takes her turn at administering the NHS Toy soles
Above - Nelson Bean gets his hard earned reword from Father Figueredo.
Better Beta!
The 1985-86 Senior Beta Club took a sharp turn for the better this year. Since its first meeting, new traditions became a fresh reality with the junior class holding all offices. The club's president, Manny Hidalgo, as well as the club's vice president, Manny Hadad worked arduously with the club moderator, Mrs. Barbara Smith, to establish new programs instituting community service. For example, each member
Michele Gillen, of channel 10, this
Middle - Manny Hadad, the
L-R, Top to Bot , First Row : E Garcia, F Grinon, J Cueto, J. C. Soizorbitorio, S. Ferro , J Rodriguez, M Hidalgo, G. Novara, A Menendez, M. Arrizobologo. 2nd Row : F Fuentes, D. Garcia, M. Donell, A. Perez, E Mascaro, 0 Castillo, M Hadad, G. Viejo, E Rangel, M Rodriguez, Mrs B Smith. 3rd Row: M Gorcio-Llnores, J Lopez, M Gonzalez, A. Bertot, A. Solos, A Zaldivar, M. Verdejo, J. DeCordenos. 4th Row: E. Garcia , N. Gonzalez, J Cos, F. Pumores, J Cinco, L. Espino, A. Herron
visited The Children's Home Society Soon after, new friendships prevailed as twelve children eagerly awaited the arrival of the soccer game against the club members every other Thursday Other club activities included joining forces with Key Club in the Y100 Walk-a-Thon. We hope that future club members will follow in the footsteps of this year's organization.
Top- Mrs. Smith congratulates the 85-86 Beta Club.
Above-
year's guest speaker, stresses the importance of academics
vice president, recites the Beta Club Pledge to the members.
Top Row L-R, R Angulo, A. Hernandez , C. Lomelo, D Flor, D Celis, 0 Llerena, T Suarez , E. Quintana. 2nd Row : Ms. Sanchez, B Millores, M Corcolles , P Mastandrea, A Gorcio-Linores , R Marquez, D Cabrera 3rd Row, J Mirando, J Fernandez , M Aboy, M Perez, A. Murguia, A Cardona, J Ortego 4th Row L. Aceituno , H. Triano , J. Alberni , D. Grendel.
Jr. Beta
Left- W aiting for the glory and happy with success!
Above left- Modera t or, A na Sanchez, addresses the new inductees
Above right- Jorge Cue t o and Mike Colienes get ready to receive their awards
THE KEY TO SERVICE AND LEADERSHIP
11th and 12th grade Key Club Members- Top row , L toR: M Hidalgo , J Herron, D Gonzalez, R Dioz, E Ronge i1, E Gonzalez , M Perez , J Gonzalez, R Perez , R. Reyno, H. Londo, B Herrero 2nd row , L toR : F Corrrillo, M Hadad , F. Espinosa, E Serrano , J Planas, J Baste , M. Gorcio-Linores , J. Borinogo, R. Lopez , M Morejon, G. Carreras, T. Mackie Jrd row , L toR : H Lopez , A Bertot, M Gonzalez, J Fernandez, B Digon, P Quiros, G V iejo, E Palacio , J Cos , P Bravo, C. Torres-de-Novorro, A Menendez 4th row , L toR : A. Xiques , J Brito, A. lmperotori , J Novas, A. Gonzalez, N. Gonzalez , J Garcia , L. Espino, J Bernal, 0 Zequeiro, L. Juarez, L. de Varona, J Alvarez, R Fernandez, J Garcia, Mrs Moria Hewett 5th row, L toR : A Castro, T Portuondo , K Deeb, C. Perez-Abreu , A Doire , A. Lopez, R Castro, E Gonzolez, A Her· ron , 0 Bustillo , C. Armengol , J Martinez Bottom row , L toR: P Herrero, C. Bravo, E Munoz , S Lynch , J. Cinco, J Sontomor ino , L. Vasquez , M. Perez , J. Lopez , J Lopez , E Bellon
(Above)
(Above) 9th ond 10th grade Key Club Members- Top row, L toR : R Morales, F Braceros , R. Herrero, C. Perez-Abreou, D DelPino, I. Padron , C. Hernandez, N Portocarrero, L. Iglesias , W Braceros 2nd row, L toR : 0. Rodz, G Vidal , F. Casillas, X Martinez, E Portuondo , R Sanchez, S Garcia, 0 de Tuyo, J. lriorte, J. Mestre 3rd row , L toR : V Fresco , 0. Boudet, H Artolejo, R. Dioz, F Portuondo , A. Fernandez , I. Llorente, N Ahmad, R Marques 4th row, L toR : A. Tuckler, J Munoz , A. Hernandez, C. Alvarez, F. Guerra , E Revillo; M Casal, M Planas, J Jimenez, R Suarez Bottom row , L toR : D. Celis, J Gonzalez, I. Alvarez , C. Pino, L. Fernandez, L. Garcia-Chacon
(Left) Yes, Albert I know Albert Whatever you soy Albert ! We will do it my way!!!
(Top left) Ricky Perez takes Joey Garcia for a ride.
(Above right) Coach D. and Mrs H try to enjoy the company of Belen Key Clubbers at the Walk in the Park.
(Above) Albert Xiques, Jorge Vasseur, and Jose Lopez try to keep in step at the Walk for Mankind.
(Right) Family ties deepen as Luis Gonzalez and father watch a football game together at Key Club Father-Son day.
Serving our . Home , School and Community .
(Top right) Faculty members, F Pichardo. M. Combo. M Hewett, C. lcozo. and C. Borquin, join in the fun of Red Ribbon Day
(Above) Moura Aspuru and Jorge Cinco exchange smiles on Key Club Teacher Appreciation Day.
(Left) Mr Morin spikes one down for the volleyball championship at Father-Son Day.
(Top left) Expose returns to sing at Belen courtesy of Key Club
(Right) Belen Students enjoy one of the many Key Club sponsored donees.
(Above) Henry Londo and Mrs. H. rock in the bucks at a donee.
(Top left) Senior Benny Digon displays his Key Club
(Top right) Key Club members enjoy lunch together after the March of
a
(Above right) Robert Cotro, president-elect, discusses some lost minute plans for the zone Rolly with Mrs.
(Left) Just a few of the well-deserved awards that Key Club has received this post year.
sweatshirt
Dimes Walk-a-than.
(Middle left) Key Clubber, Oscar de Tuyo, lends
hand at Kiwanis Horses for Handicapped
H. and Eddy Palacio
Student Council Leads The Way.
The 1985-1986 year was a successful one Student Council-wise. The school was not only full of new and innovative ideas but, also, full of spirit and enthusiasm. The continuation of activities such as the new friends program and the initiative to put new ideas, such as the Pep-Club, into effect mode it a great year The New Friends program was designed to make the new students feel welcome and at home by introducing them to a Senior which would be the student's "new friend " The PepClub, started in the 1985-1986 school year, was mode to arouse spirit in the student body and to bring about support for the school's athletic teams.
These ore just a couple of examples, of many, which show the effectiveness of this council. Things such as a great Homecoming Week, the "Bottle of the Bonds" dance, and Leadership week also show how successful this council was.
The man behind this success was the Student Council President, Tony Castro Through h.is hard work and dedication, Tony made it possible for the above mentioned activities to toke place. The
council, as a whole, and the executive board also contributed to the council's success. The executive board was composed of Mike Verdejo, Vice-President until April 1986, Jorge Cinco, Treasurer, Jorge Vasseur, Secretory, Alberto Xiques, Parliamentarian, and Benigno Digon, Sergeant-at-Arms. The Council, as a whole, hod meetings in which the issues concerning student activities were decided. These meetings ron smoothly, and therefore, were very productive.
The Belen Student Council not only hod victories inside the school but, also outside the school. At the lost District VI meeting of the F.A.S.C., Florida Association of Student Councils, Belen ron for district president for the years 1986-1987. This meeting was held at Belen and schools from all over Dade & Broword county attended. Belen won by a great majority of the votes, making them next year's district VI president.
The Student Council would like to thank Mr. Rodriguez for all of his hard work and patience.
Above - The 1985-1986 isn't just productive but, also, good looking
Bottom -The crowd gets rowdy at a Belen dance! The Belen dances are known in Miami as being simply awesome!
Below -The executive board members rest after a long day at the front gate Mr Rodriguez (Dean of students and Moderator of Student Council) is always the last to go.
Far
Below : President Tony Castro and advisor Armando Rodriguez plan the month's activities.
Bottom : Alberto Xiques and Mike Verdeja, parliamentarian and vice-president until April 1986
left: Jorge Cinco, after a long year at treasurer
Left : Hardworking secretary, Jorge Vasseur.
Student Council Banquet
As in years past, at the end of the school year, the Student Council has an elegant dinner banquet for its members This year was no exception The Student Council members suited up in their best outfits and had their banquet at the Airport Hilton
At the dinner, Tony Castro, Student Council President , spoke of the past year and the Council's job well done Mr Armando Rodriguez, Student Council Advisor, recognized the excellent work done by all those on the executive board. Fr. Mendez spoke of the commitment and dedication of leadership
This · banquet ended up with mixed results. Some students thinking on returning to Belen and continuing their involvement in the council, and others thinking of college and moving on in life
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Next Year Set to Start With New Leader
As the 1985-1986 school year was coming to a close, the Student Council elections for the upcoming year were held. After two weeks of preparation and campaigning, ; the candidates spoke at the Student Council debates. The following day, the students i voted. The students running for the office of Vice-president were Manny Hidalgo / ' Emilio Mascaro, and Aurelio Salas. For the office of President, the candidates dy Garcia and Joey Garcia. After the votes were counted, Eddy Garcia won the of President and Manny Hidalgo emerged victorious as Vice-president.
The new officers are ready to take on their responsibilities and make it a great year
Right: Next year ' s President, Eddy Garcia, gives his qualifications to the Sophomores.
Upper right
Student Council advisor, Mr Armando Rodriguez, says farewell to the 1985-1986 Council.
Upper left: Father Mendez speaks at the Awards Ceremony about the qualities of a leader.
Above : The 1985-1986 Executive Boord From left to right: Sergeant-at-Arms Benigno Digon , Treasurer Jorge Cinco, Advisor Armando Rodriguez, President Tony Castro, and Secretory Jorge Vasseur.
Left : Manny Hidalgo becomes V P after a hard campaign.
Roll the Presses!
Vincom means ''we shall conquer,'' and the school newspaper has done just that. In the past 3 years Vincom has overcome its shaky history and financial limitations. Due to the efforts of Mrs. Meller Gomez, the moderator, Vincom has made a valiant effort to become a polished newspaper.
Throughout the year, Vincom succeeded in presenting the school news in a clear, concise journalistic style Vincom also presented the school's sports news, and at times featured key athletes. The entertainment section outlined upcoming concerts and reviewed what was hot or what was not in the music world Vincam's editorial section allowed students to express their views and offer working solutions to student problems. This 1985-86 Vincom staff was com-
prised of editor-in-chief, Rolly Gomez, and section editors, Eddy Garcia, Manny Hidalgo, Manny Fueyo, Emilio Mascaro, Manny Perez, Michael Rodriguez, as well as artwork editor Augusto Lopez. These eight students, along with the journalism class, produced a myriad of fine publications as well as a sports banquet magazine.
For the past three years, Vincom has set its goals and achieved them. Each year the newspaper's standards are higher and the newspaper has a more professional look. Vincam hs great potential limited only by the extent of creativity of its staff, and of course, its budget. There is no doubt that Vincom will continue to grow and prosper in the year's to come.
Opposite- Manny Perez, Manny Fueyo, and Rally Gomez discuss deadlines and become highly frustrated!
Left- Nothing satisfies this woman!
Top- Top, left to right: Albert Xiques, Eric Bellon, Noah Buddy, Ernie Serrano, Jorge Baste, Benny Digon , Jorge Rodriguez, Mike Berastequi , Jose Lopez , Jose Morejon , Andres Jimenez, Joselin Fernandez, Hector Tunidor, Jorge Vasseur, Jose Cil, Lourdes Meller-Gomez, Kevin Taracido, Pedro Campo , Manny Hadad, Juan Segue, Jose Bernal, Ca rlos Martinez, Juan Castro, Augusto Lopez, Ralph Anrich, Juan Cabezas, Jose Gonzalez, Jorge Cos , J. C.
Martinez, Mario Rodriguez, Otto Zegueira, Emilio Mascaro , Eddy Garcia, Manny Feijo, Rally Gomez , Manny Hidalgo, and Manny Perez.
First Row (left to right) : A. Crespo, G. Jimenez, J Sepulveda. J Hernandez, F. Ague!, J Fernandez, 0 Echegoroy , D Bolder, E Lopez, F Hernandez ; 2nd row : R Salazar, 0. Sardinas , J Lebeck. R. Romogoso , J Gonder, A. Uribosterro, A Nearing, C. Velez, J. Hernandez, A Vellino, C. Pernos, B. Radcliff , C. Lopez, A Morales, A Mirones ; 3r9 Row : M. Lopez-Sontos, F Contens, C. Casal. E Allen , G Cobrero, J Leyva , M. Escobio, C. Fuentes, R. Planas , A Calderon. A. Calderon, A. Garcia, R Caballero, V. Lugo , C. Molino , J Gutierrez, M Osorio; 4th row : Mr. Zoller, E Del Pino, E Morrill, G Adreoni, H. Buigos, J. Jimenez, J Riera, M Guerrero, W Gomez, S Fuentes, A. Gonzalez, A Almazan , G Anseeuw , R Molino. L. Zuniga, R Jimenez
First row : A Cardona, J Greenwood , A Cordon , 2nd row : E Martinez, C. Colderin, C. Borquin, M Oloniel, H Triano, M. Mejido , J. C. Concepcion 3rd : row : E Quintana , C. Bravo, M Torez, J. Sorduy, D. De-Aguior, B. M iyorez, D Moon. 4th row : A Castle, A. Alvarez, I. -Ortiz, J Garcia , A. Acosta, J Cil , E Garcia , J Garcia, J. Sevillono, Mr Zoller
First row : J Cueto, F Guerra, D Mirones (President), C. Hernandez , J Martinez, R. Hondshu ,; 2nd row : A Ortiz, P Uribosterro, H Barrie , K. Espinosa (Captain) , P. Herrero, R. Sanchez. J Lopez. F Braceros. V Oloniel; 3rd row : Mr Zoeller (Advisor), J Morejon , J Cinco , V Novas. D Flor, H. Gomez, D Quezada , M Moreno.
It's Your Move
The Chess Club, one of the most active in 1e school, hod a rebirth after being dorlont for three years. The Chess Club set ut this year with a number of goals inuding a Newsletter, Chess Team and ocve participation by the student body
The club meets once a week for two ours where the members ploy and learn ew moves At these meetings, one con xperience the motto of the school, "Men >r others,'' when one sees the players 1oring their knowledge with those of skill who ore trying to improve their om e.
These goals that the club set for the year were surpassed and mode the year a success. The Newsletter was put into print. This Newsletter, which is the only bimonthly publication in the school, providing the members with information concerning -chess. The Chess Team was also formed, a first in Belen history.
The club has come a long way thanks to the dedication, time and effort of Mr. Zoller, the moderator, and all the members who participated in the Chess Club this year
Hot Fun
At Belen's Summer Camp
The 1986 summer camp was a tremendous success. In just three years the BELEN camp has become the largest in Dade County. This summer over 800 kids attended the camp.
The camp offered many great benefits to the community. For example , it provided an excellent environment for the kids to have fun, learn Christian values and develop a sense of friendship · while being well taken care of.
All the campers were provided with swimming lessons. This was one of the camps strong points because it allowed many kids to learn how to swim for the first time. Among the other activities were tumbling, dance , arts & crafts , and aerobics. Other events included games to keep them entertained. These games consisted of football, volleyball, tennis, softball, soccer, kickball, and wrestling The camp did not consist only of the preceding but also of special activities. Among these were overnight camps, talent shows, the coronation (king & queen), birthdays, field days, and special fie ld trips.
1 Above right - Barq begins camp with announcements and a da ily prayer
2 Right- Belen campers enjoy the new swimming pool.
Another service provided by the camp is that of giving summer jobs and training to many young students. The staff consisted of 76 counselors. In addition to the studen t s working some teachers also helped out, such as Fernando Fonseca - with the older kids, Barbara Smith - the younger kids and Maria Hewell - with kinoer comp, Angel Aparicio- was pool instructor and Miriam Combo - Asst Camp Director.
Economically the camp provides revenue to improve the school's athletic For example, the construction of the swimming pool and of the football field With the money from last year they also purchased a new lawnmower, installed a new fence, acquired a new video camera, and bought new T.V.'s etc.
The BELEN Summer Camp overall was a big success It provided a place to go in the summer to many youngsters while also allowing students to work and earn money. It also earned much revenue allowing the school to build and improve athletic facilities which were much needed
Above - Coco Argamasilla and Ana Hernandez lead their group unto the field.
Center- On the way to the field trip Belen campers get a little rowdy.
Left- Hey, let's hide from Barql
Lool.c; below You hove just witnessed eighteen extremely incompetent students and one highly frustrated young lady; the basic mol.c;e-up of the journolismjyeorbool.c; class These ore the individuals solely responsible for the absolute masterpiece you ore presently holding. Aside from ruining copy, misplacing photographs, ignoring deadlines, and causing a general state of panic and chaos within the yearbook room, these "people" managed, in some miraculous to finish the book; but, even more importantly, to achieve passing grades, and believe me, with a slave-
Did You Say Cropp,ing?
driver lil.c;e our moderator , Mrs. Sigrid 13ongo, who I will decline to mention out of l.c;indness, achieving this was not on easy tosl.c; In addition, one easily irritated editorin-chief (Pablo Hernondez-Villolon) forced at gunpoint to worl.c; side-by-side with another editor-in-chief who happens to be immature, irresponsible, obnoxious, and sarcastic (Augusto Lopez) did not provide for the most ideal worl.c;ing conditions, to soy the least! To counteract the senseless bicl.c;ering and arguing provoked by these two, the yearbook staff was lucky enough to employ such fine men as Robert Perez
-Abreu and Jose Plasencia who enough to show up in the summer to heli out Finally, one extremely importon gentlemen without whom we could mm probably not hove accomplished much our exceptional photo editor, Dennis Gon zolez Well, as you con see, we did it! It' finished! terminated! OVER! No more crop ping! No more loy-out! And especially, n< more COPY! 13elen will never again see < better yearbook class than the one com posed of the seniors of 1986
For Left- The Motley Crew: here they ore, top to bottom, left to right- Mike Gonzalez, Frog Retomor, Mike Verdejo, Peter Quiros, Max Sprondo, Peter Scrocco, Carlos Bravo, Robert Pozo and Emilio Rangel -Second Row- Kevin Deeb, Jose Plasencia, Tony Fronyie, Angelo Longo, Oscar Bustillo, Robert Perez-Abreu, Mrs. Sigrid Bongo (Advisor), Jose Sanchez; the editors-in-chief, Pablo Hernandez-Villalon and Augusto Lopez.
Top Left- Repo and Boloyro give Frog some technical assistance.
Top Right- Two of the guys primarily responsible for all great shots throughtout the book: Manny Cerspo and Peter Quiros
Left- "We swear to God, it's NOT OUR FAULT!": Editors-in-Chief (the ones responsible for this mess), Pablo Hernandez-Villalon and Augusto Lopez.
Above- Two semi-contributing photographers, Emilio Rangel and Mike Rodriguez.
Top right- The best damn yeorbook reacher this or any other school will ever see, and Dennis Gonzalez our exceptional photo editor.
Top left- Carlos Bravo and P.ichord Torro working on the Track section In yeorbook.
Above - Slg was always there for us when we needed her : she criticized. analyzed, and pulverized our work Poor Tony foiled thor assignment just for smiling or the camera!
P.lghr- The ads and the underclassmen mug-shots brought in plenty of cosh which was efficiently distributed to severa l charities by the yearbook trea su ry ; coincidentally P.ichord Torro, Pablo Hernondez-V illolon and Augusto Lopez rook o five week trip to Europe in the summer An investigation is now underway.
Top- Max is undecided about the Faculty section.
gives helpful instructions. What say we get some work done, boys?
Baloyra
Far Left - Mike Gonzalez, not skateboarding at the moment, works on Sports.
Ne w Star Joins
Bases Galaxy
B.A.S.E.S., this year, just like our vast universe, grew and most certainly reached its apex. First of all, about 40% of the enrolled students at Belen Jesuit Prep. ore members of at least one of the seven clubs that mode up the congregation called Belen Academy for the Sciences of Earth and Space. Because o f popular demand, two new clubs were reorganized. Morine Life Science and Radio and Electronics Club. These two clubs were added to the frame work of B.A.S. E.S. that already included the Microbiology, Meteorology, Life Science, Computer and Astronomy Clubs.
To augment the club, a brand new "Galaxy" was initiated and inoguroted by Benigno Digon to the vas t "Universe" of B.A.S.E S.: B.I.S.R., Belen Institute of Scientific Research Benigno Digon served as president of both entities. The purpose of B.I.S.R. is to academically recognize and give credit to those experienced and outst anding members of B.A.S. E.S. who wish to pursue independent scientific research with the hope of reaching new heights and being recognized by the Miami and hopefully the world wide scientific community now and in the near future.
The 1985-86 Executive Board: (I tor) Standing: Andres Jimenez (Secretary), Adolfo Fernandez (Assistnat V P ). Sitting: Benny Digan (President), Father Tey (Moderator) , Gian Zumpano (Vice President) Not pictured: Eduardo Bello (Treasurer)
Gian Zumpano, Benny Digon, Emilio Rangel, and Salvador Sotomayor together with an unusual friend
.A.S.E.S.' NIGHT OF AWARDS MAY 9, 1885
AT : THE BELEN AUDITORIUM
Top: Benny Digon searches for a rot's liver.
Bottom: (I tor) Juan Borinogo, Jorge Sontomorino, Gion Zumpano, Father Tey, Benny Digon, Emilio Rangel, Andres Jimenez, and Sol Sotomayor ore all smiles at the awards ceremony.
BISR Provides Research Opportunities
B.I.S.R., Belen Institute of Scientific Research is an extension of B.A.S.E.S. whose purpose is to recognize and give credit to those experienced and outstanding members of B.A.S. E.S. who wish to pursue independent scientific research. B.I.S.R. was initiated by Benigno Digon and the Executive Board on May 28, 1985.
During the first year of B.I.S.R., B.A.S.E.S. members worked at local hospitals and research centers conducting such experiments with streptozocin, immunity to chemistry, and electrophoresis. The B.A.S. E.S. clubs involved in B.I.S.R. include Marine Life Science, Microbiology, Astronomy, and Meteorology. In the future B.I.S.R. will reach new heights by being recognized not only in the Belen scientific community but in the world wide scientific community.
Computers Don't Byte!
The Computer Club had it's best year yet thanks to an excellent staff headed by Club Moderator Mrs. Vila and President Juan Barinaga Al t hough having the entity of a computer class, both the members and the teachers were en-
couraged to give feedback on personal knowledge about contemporary computer advances The club sponsored trips to an EXPO show and it toured through an IBM center in Coral Cables.
Juan Borinogo tries out a new computer.
(I tor) 4th row : Pedro Compo, Pablo Uribost erro, Alex Doire, Lorenzo de Taro , Kevin Deeb, Hircio Barrios, Joson Greenwood , Eddy del Valle
3rd row : Mrs. Carol Vile (Moderator) , Juan Borinogo, Juan Novas, Jose Santana, Eddy Palacio, Jorge Cos, Juan Mossens, Salvador Sotomayor, Max Sorondo. 2nd row: Irvin Padron, Donie Rodriguez, Robert Reyno, Hector Lopez, Mike Rodriguez, Jorge Planas , Eddy Bellon , Jorge Sontomorino Sitting: Richard Cid , Alex Lehmann, Fernando de Zorrogo , Mar cos Osorio, Jorge Dones.
Future Cousteau Society Members
The Morine Science Club has re-awakened after many years of being a dormont member of B.A.S E.S. W ith this reawakening , the Morine Science Club hopes to odd new life to the BASES organization The new club has the largest membership of any club in the BASES Organization The officers of the club ore as follows: the moderator, Mr. Pedro Hernandez, the coordinator,
Donald Connor, the president, Aurelio Solos and the vicepresident, Alex Gonzalez The club has hod a lecture on the Bahia Hondo State Pork Looe Key Notional Sanctuary, which was the prerequisite to go to the Notional Sanctuary The Club also purchased a 55gallon aquarium and will start to acquire tropical marine life for it Yet, the club's greatest project is to become a member of the Cousteou Society
(I to r) 4th row : David Garcia , Pedro Campo, Benny Digon, Alex Gonzalez, Jorge Saldorrioga , Omar Marrero, Pedro Herrero , Robert Reyna Jrd row : Raullncerna , Pablo Uribasterra, Eric del Pino, Carlos Martinez, Segundo Casteleiro, Kelvin Tomarit, AI Salas, Mr. P A. Hernandez, (Moderator), 2nd row: Fronk Fuentes, Ariel Garcia, Marcos Centurion, Marcos Casal , Tito Jimenez, Roly Mestres Sitting : Donald Connor, Alex Diaz , Mario de Ia Guardia , Adrian Uribasterra, Wilbert Gomez, Jaime Parlade
Club members at Key West
It 's the Little Things That Count
Microbiology and Life Science Clubs are one of the most active clubs in the B.A.S.E.S. organization when it comes to experimentation. The Club's main goal is to educate future scientists in the field of biology This is achieved through the study of microorganisms and dissection of prepared species.
The Club had several experiments in the Lab including the dissection of frogs and insects. They also studied live organism such as planaria, euglema and paramicium. At the end of the year they attended the University of Miami Medical School for a "get to know."
Top Right: 13eny Digon shows off his new girlfriend.
Above: Gion Zumpano and Otto Zequeira experiment with silver nitrate.
(I tor) 4th row : Donald Connor, Victor Fresco, Frank Fuentes, Jose Gonzalez, Michael Morejon, Pedro Campo Mr P. A. Hernandez (Moderator). Jrd row : Serafin Falcon, Alex Espino , Raul Herrero, Jorge Abreu , Joseph Sen· dra, Jorge de Cardenas , Emilio Rangel, Benny Digon 2nd row : Miguel Santos, Manny Linares , Adolfo Fer nandez, Marcos Casal, Armando Hernandez, Luis Fernandez, Gian Nvarro, Manny Mejido, Martin Diaz Sitting Roger Feo, Aldo Cardona, Alex Lehmann, Luis Chacon, Otto Zequeira, Guillermo Garcia
the Nightshift
The Belen Astronomy Club was more active than ever thanks to its new moderator Tony Abello who was helped by Father Tey, the head moderator of B.A.S. E S Never before has the club been so well equipped and manned. The club sponsored trips to the Keys, Cope Kennedy, and the Museum of Science. The club also held many nightwotches and lectures There were several other events such as the television coverage by Chonnel23, the University of Miami observatory.
This year's main attraction was definitely Holley's Comet. It was first seen by the club members on December 10, 1985. Then for three months the club members observed and photographed the comet. Finally, on April 28 , 1986 the comet was lost seen as it disappeared for many years to come.
Top: Lorenzo de Toro and Javier Jimenez wait to use the telescope
Above : (I tor) 4th row : Ed Ziesenisss, Frank Fuentes, Richard Blanco , Jorge Abreu , Raul Herrero, Jason Greenwood, Donald Connor, Robert Marquez, Martin Diaz, Alex Diaz. Jrd row : Lorenzo de Toro, Kelvin Tamarit, Oscar de Tuya , Jorge Cos, Juan Barinaga, Luis Albelaez, David Celis, Alvaro Fernandez, Mike Hernandez. 2nd row : David Flor , Javier Jimenez, Tony Martinez, Emilio Revilla, Luis Wiwi, Gus Lopez , Jose A. Costa , Alex Tunon. Sitting : Gabriel Anseuw, Ar iel Linares, Jorge Fraga, Richard Santamarina, Benny Digon , Erik Quintana.
Clear All W
The Meteorology Club had another exciting year. It sponsored a trip to Cape Kennedy Space Center where they attended a "hands on" program. They also visited the National Hurricane Center in Coral Gables and took a trip to the Smithsonian Space and Aeronautics Museum in Washington. The club was broken down into smaller groups for extensive research on many aspects in meteorology. The moderator of this club is Mr. William Wagener, the president was Albert Gross, and the vice president was Ernesto Serrano.
Right- Juan Tovo and Emilio Revillo record information from the Belen Observatory.
Above: Javier Jimenez receives information from a teletype
Top Right- (I tor) 4th row: Pedro Herrero, Bryon Herrero , Ernesto Serrano, Andres Jimenez, Albert Menendez, David Celis, Raul Herrero. 3rd row: Manny Linares, Michael Morejon, Javier Brito, Kelvin Tomorit, Anthony Martinez, Robert Marquez, Jose lriorto, Juan Tovoo , Albert Gross. 2nd row : Manny Mejido, Richard Cid, Javier Jimenez, Luis Elbeloec, Oscar de Cuyo, Emilio Revillo, Ariel Linares , Joson Greenwood, Joseph Sendro, William Wagener (Moderator) Kneeling : Alex Tunon, Segundo Costeleiro , Ed Zieseness, Carlos Chartrand
Hamming It Up!
The latest of the clubs to regroup is the Radio and Electronics Club thanks to the demand of the students The club's main activity is to assemble radios which the members built themselves. All the club
members were allowed to become certified HAM Radio operators. With all its activities and books dealing with electronics, this club is very beneficial to all students interested in the field of Electrical Engineering.
Jorge Santamarina tries to pick up on a HAM Radio.
(I to r) 2nd row : Alfred Gilberta, Andy Castillo , Leo Cordero, Juan Soizobitorio, 1st row: Fronk Mestre, Donny Granda!, Jorge Escolo, Carlos Borquin , Jorge Sontomorino
Belen's Students Are Continuously Striving for Excellence in Academics
Belen is the only Jesuit school in the United Sta t es that offers education in its own system to students from 6th to 12th grades ·The purpose of this program is to begin and follow through a special training of students in college preparatory work before and during high school.
Belen's curriculum is designed so that every student gets a good background in moth, English, science, foreign language , social studies, and theology This helps the student to be better prepared for whatever field he goes into.
Belen has set certain goals in accordance with the tradition of Jesuit education. These goals include the formation of men for others : namely men of character, Christian leaders, excellent professionals , and citizens concerned with the needs of the society in which they live Our school has set out to accomplish these goals through a rigorous system of education and religious guidance High standards is the first step in the continuous process towards higher education
Joey Garcia ( 11 ) gets a chance to teach the class and give an oral presentation
Freshmen o re h ard a t work trying to keep up with class notes
Center - Ms. Holtmann is already preparing her ;eventh grade students far the future with a goad background in English.
Top right- Mrs. Jimenez really gets into her class discussions about Spanish literature
Left - Mr. Bolder gives his seniors a detailed lecture about Latin American writers in the Advanced Placement Spanish Class.
Sixth Grade Is a Welcomed Change
Finally, after much anticipation, the long-awaited sixth grade was added to our school. At first, the Belen community felt a little apprehensive. But now the general concensus is tha t it is a great success The transition was barely noticeable; the positive effects stand out.
By adding a sixth grade to Belen, the students were able to be educated with an emphasis on math and English at an earlier
age. This gave them a great background in those subjects and an edge that will help them prepare for the years to come. This emphasis on math and English paid off.
Mrs Carol Vila, Head of the Math Department, feels that many of the sixth graders have achieved a level which is at or even higher than that of the seventh grade students.
The transition was not as difficult as the
sixth graders expected. They felt that Belen's academic level was higher than in their previous schools, but the school's continuous suppor t helped make the change easier Many sixth graders felt that upperclassmen went out of their way to help them out. They felt like they were a really important part of the school; and they ore!
Jorge Escolo , Jovi Ceidi and Peter Perez toke a Spanish test in Mrs Arteozo ' s class
Seniors Get a Head Start on College
Belen's curriculum includes several advanced placement courses that allow students to receive college credit These advanced placement courses are designed to challenge students and to give them a deeper insight about college classes.
The A.P. courses offered this year include calculus, Spanish, and biology taught by Mrs Vila, Mr Baldor , and Mr. Pichardo respectively The calculus class is designed to better prepare students for professions
that require extensive use of mathematics
The biology class is a great opportunity for students interested in medicine. These A.P. courses are definitely a way for highachieving students to be challenged.
The ghost of the biology lob haunts all those who dare to toke Mr. Pichardo's A P Biology
Joey Alvarez, Max Sorondo , and Juan Borinogo get a chance to get " hands on experience " by dissecting a cot
M r. Ba l dor mesmerizes Joey Alvarez and Jorge Luis Borges with interesting facts about Latin American literature
Most Reverend Enrique San Pedro, S.J.
Auxiliary Bishop of Galveston-Houston
Father San Pedro
Appointed Bishop by Pope
Father Enrique Son Pedro was a Jesuit priest and a teacher at Belen for 6 years. Throughout his career at Belen he proved to be not only on excellent teacher but also a good friend to many of the students and Faculty
On April 1st, 1986 Fr Son Pedro was named AuxIliary Bishop to Rev. Joseph A. Fiorenza of GalvestonHouston and ordained on June 29th, 1986
Upon receiving the news Fr Son Pedro ' s first reaction was to decline the offer He was forced to do this because his Jesuit vows do not allow him to accept any position in the church's hierarchy. He finally was able to accept the position because the Pope granted on official dispensation.
Fr Son Pedro's appointment was no surprise since he has led such a remarkable life He was born on March 9th , 1926 in Havana, Cuba. He entered the Jesuit order on December 7th , 1941 and continued his training there Later he traveled to Spa in to complete his masters in Humanities and Philosophy March 18th, 1951 Fr Son Pedro was ordained at the age of 31 Between the years of 1957 and 1964 he studied throughout Europe where he learned how to speak fluently many of the 7 languages
In 1964 he volunteered to do missionary work In Vietnam where he remained from 1964 to 1975, teaching and giving Moss to the troops
Finally between 1975 and 1978 he returned to the United States where he taught in Belen for one year Afterwords he left the U S A to travel and teach throughout the Pacific In 1981, he returned to Miami , become a citizen and taught in Belen ever since On June 29th he set a higher goal of becoming the first hispanic bishop in Galveston-Houston and only the 18th in the States
Father Son Pedro has undoubtedly left lasting marks on the Belen commun ity and will be missed greatly by all. Wherever he goes , all who come In contact with him will benefit greatly from his knowledge
FATHER SAN PEDRO ADDRESSES STUDENTS AT A RELIGIOUS CEREMONY. (Top)
A BUSY DAY IN THE LIFE OF FATHER SAN PEDRO (Left)
Seniors
Though no year con be said to hove been perfect, 1986 was as close as you con get for the senior class. Working together on projects such as the Senior Skit, the Tombolo Mardi Gras Donee, and on end-of-theyear slide presentation united the class and gave it much-needed bursts of energy and spirit at key moments throughout the year.
After six long years at Belen, the Senior Closs hod
emotions about graduation. On the one hand we left behind many good friends and experiences, but on the other ; we looked forword with anticipation to the new challenges which loy ahead. It is hard to understand the true meaning of "school pride and spirit" until one goes through a senior year. We only hope that the seniors of 1987 will enjoy as much success as the class of 1986.
Having a Ringing Good Time!
Homecoming Week at Belen is mostly a senior-organized event Besides practicing for their skit, playing the football game and organizing all the field activities, seniors also make time for a special event - their receiving of the senior rings. Belen students receive their rings late - most students get theirs during junior year, yet the moment is not diminished because of the lateness of the rings. It is a memorable evening shared by family, teachers and members of the administration. First, there is a mass organized by the Campus
Ministry Deportment and members of the Peer Ministry theology class. Then each senior's name is read out as he goes to the front of the open stage to receive his ring. It is a moment of happiness, achievement and accomplishment, yet nostalgia, for it signals the fact that in a few short months the Belen experience will be over and friendships over six years in the making will be severed in distance although never in feeling. As the years go by and that ring will still be a symbol of all they received
Above right- Father Sergio Figueredo, S.J., Belen's principal. gives a values-oriented talk during the ceremony.
The seniors sing one of the many songs chosen by the class and practiced with them by Mrs. Josefina Chirino of the Campus Ministry Department
Mike Verdeja receives his ring from Father Figueredo -a priceless remembrance of his years at Belen.
at Belen.
Above left - The Ring Ceremony is given a family atmosphere because it is held right here in the school patio The seniors may invite as many members of the family as care to come. This provides for true community spirit when one sees all the seniors in prayer together with parents, family members, teachers and members of the adm inistration.
Left center- Jorge Utset, Rafael Fernandez de Castro right, and Jose Sanches, bottom , all receive their rings as a lasting remembrance of their years at Belen
With The Lord
All Things Are Possible
For seniors, the month of May is a very happy yet hectic month. Around May 9th they begin finals in the hopes of making it all in one piece to graduation night. Ac: tivities such as proms and sports banquets, club lunches and graduation parties abound. The night of the graduation moss, however, slows the pace down and makes the students reflect on a more meditative side of their goduotion. They
Right center -a special moment for seniors and their mothers as they to the homily
13ottom left - Jorge Cinco, president of 12 A and an important class leader reflectively walks back to his pew to await the ending of the celebration
13ottom right - After the mass parents , teachers and students take time to pose for end of the year pictures Luis Diaz, Mrs. Sigrid 13ango, senior teacher, skit director and yearbook adviser, and Robert PerezAbreu enjoy a nostalgic moment.
see that besides on academic environment, or a social environment, Belen has also been for them a place to hove shored · God with their friends. Hoving Jesus in their lives has mode Belen seniors more insightful and more concerned about world problems. They hove finally mode it to their lost few days at Belen and face a bright future knowing that with the Lord, ''all things ore possible ''
Above left- Father Eduardo Alvatez, S.J reads the gospel especially chosen for the graduation mass
Above left - The graduation moss is mode even more special because it is celebrated by Father 1/\orcellno, Garcia, S J., president of the school, Father
Sergio Figueredo, S.J ., principal of the school, Father Eddy Garcia, S.J Head of the Theology Deportment and Father Jose Izquierdo, S.J. Vice Principal for Discipline The moss also includes a special guest celebrant In this case, Monsignior Dorsey celebrates the special moment when the bread becomes the ody of Chri st Also celeboting the moss were Fathers Svorez, Azcoiteo, Mendez and Llorente.
Above right- After the consecration, Jovi Mariscal prepares to receive communion. The entire church as filled with students and parents waiting to receive the body and blood of Christ in unison
Center left- Mike Gonzalez and Joe Granda wait around for their girlfriends to arrive.
l ight center - These 13elen seniors look like they ore bosing for G.Q. Magazine Featured here from left to I right ore Gus Fernandez, Albert Xiques, Armando Fiterre and Albert DelRio
ottom center- Every year there ore a select group of teachers that always attend the graduation moss Pictured here from left to right ore Mr A. Rodriguez, Mr P. Collins, Mr. 13 Wentzel, Mrs S. 13ongo, Mrs C. Vila, Mrs. 13. Smith and Mrs C.
Father Jose M. Izquierdo, S.J ., one of the most respected and loved priests at 13elen, gives peace to · the students and mothers sitting in the church.
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What would a graduation moss be without a smiling and healthy looking Father
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has been a counselor at Belen for over JO years There is no one more loved and respected than this priest at
Albert Xiques and Joe Lorenzo socialize before it's time to get in line for the entrance procession (AbovE left)
Above right- Jorge Garcia receives communion from Father Izquierdo
Jose Plasencia reads petitions written by members of the senior class.
Luis Ripoll?
Ripoll. 5.1.
Belen.
Above left - Seniors, parents and friends gather to celebrate their graduaton in a liturgy at the Church of the Little
Left center- Tony Castro, president of the Student Council, his mother and Jorge Cinco and Mrs CincaBarardi sing one of the graduation songs, "We May Never Pass This Way Again "
Right- Mrs. Vasseur and her son Jorge, Student Council Treasurer, happily exit from the church at the end of the ceremony
Lyn Juarez receives communion from Monsignor Dorsey. (Right)
Carlos Bravo and Mrs Bravo read sections from the liturgy prepared by the Peer Ministry class and Mrs. Josefina Chirino (Bottom left)
Limousines were very much in this year during the prom - but the Class of 86 brought a new innovation to town - the recreational vehicle or trailer! Yes, there were several vehicles outside of the hotel this year with fully stocked refrigerators The long awaited prom had finally arrived After toasts at individual homes, the seniors, many fully tuxedoed and the ir awesome looking dates headed out to the Doral Hotel for a night of dancing and frollicking. The prom ended with a breakfast at Menendez' "Ranch" the usual class of 86 senior party place Absolutely one of the year ' s best evenings, it won't be forgotten by the class of '86
Prom's Cuties
Opposite , top- Carlos 13 rovo loses his dote
For left , top- Jorge Mora and dote pose for a snap
For left , bottom- Eddy del Valle and dote chow down dessert.
Middle - 13oloyro and Portuondo stop dancing for a second to pose
13ottom left - Rolph Fernandez and August in Heron pool side
13ottom right - Joe Granda and Suzy discuss marriage plans ·
This page : For left , top- Jose Ramon Lopez and his babe donee into the night
Left - Jorge Garcia and dote would rather toke pictures than eat the mysterious dessert
Left- Sean Lynch with Terry, his main squeeze
Below left - Luis Dioz and dote dressed to kill!
Middle left - Augusto Lopez and dote having a great time!
Middle right- Tony Valdez dozes off.
Bottom -William Muir and his dote cut a rug!
Top- George Santamarina and date smile as Teo Ressel and his babe subtly lean into the picture
Middle left - Sanchez, Tony Catsro , and date enjoy the night
Middle right- Angelo Longo shares a secret with Suzy and Terry while Sean admires the silverware
Far right- Jose Plasencia and Annie Oliver give us a smile.
Right - Pablo HernandezVillalon and Betsy from Baltimore keep the beat
Opposite: Top left- Gus Loge and Lizette smile pretty for the camera
Top right- Y Knot rocks ON!
Left- Juan Barinaga and dote stuck on each other, literally.
Middle - Arnie Paniagua, Jorge Mora, Luis Dioz, Robert PerezAbreu , Tony Fronyie, Javier Retomor, and Eddy Perez squeeze together for a group shot
Bottom left - Jorge Cos and babe stop for a quick pic.
Bottom right- Tinerfe Tejera and Luis Vazquez surprised by the photographer
Graduation Night
Keeping the .Belen Spirit Alive
Graduation night is the event which culminates the academic endeavors of all Belen students. The right to attend the graduation ceremony in full regalia is not earned, however, during senior year alone, but has been the driving motivation for students who often have been in Belen a full 6 years. Many friendships have been formed during these years. Many precious remembrances will go with the seniors, this night made Belen alumni, when they leave the Gusman Hall auditorium of the University of Miami, now the traditional site of the ceremony It is certainly, a memorable · ceremony First the Belen seniors march in and cross the stage to go to their assigned seats. Next the Belen faculty, also attired in their university's colors follows. Lastly, the Belen department
heads and the school administration walk with great decorum to their seats on stage. It is a night to remember!
Right- Father Vincent Duminuco, S.J. president the Secondary Jesuit Educational Organization gives a reflective speech to the seniors concerning their future role in the Christian community
Below- Father Sergio Figueredo, S J , the principal of Belen welcomes on expectant crowd to the 1986 graduation ceremony at the University of Miami Gusman Hall
Below left - Gion Zumpano, class Salutatorian, reminds the seniors of the values they've shored over the years and exhorts them to keep the Belen spirit olive after graduation.
Below right- The graduating class of 1986, and the Belen Faculty and Administration
Opposite - Organizing the graduation ceremony is no easy task Mr. Armando Rodrigues, Dean of Students , gives the final "go-ahead" to start the ceremony.
Left- Joey Alvarez, class co-Valedictorian and 4.0 student, waits to deliver his Valedictorian address , on honor shored with Pablo-Hernandez- Villalon
Below- Juan Borinogo asks , "Is this my graduation present?"
For Below- Father Eduardo Alvarez D J., head of the Theology Deportment and senior teacher tries to give Jorge Garcia some final advice about making it spiritually in this world.
Right- Andres de Armas , as usual. with his mouth w ide open, laughs at the world with Carlos Tor res de Navarro; they seem to be saying, " Free at lost! "
Left center- Manny Crespo and Joe Lorenzo get ready to ' walk on down '.
Center right- Albert Xiques, M rs Sigrid Bongo , Mike Veredjo and Jorge Vasseur wait for the ceremony to begin in the hot and humid lobby of Gusman Hall at the University of
Left bottom- Father Sardinia , counselor for the 6th and 7th grades helps Tony Castro , school president , to finish getting ready It ' s good to see the f inished product, Father seems to be saying
Right bottom - Tony Garcia and Mario Fernandez offer the Belen graduation cop to on immovable by-stander
Left- Rolph Fernandez de Castro crowns Tony Fronyie with the graduation cop Below - Jose Menendez is still plotting bizarre and illicit activities on graduation night.
Left- Ramon Lopez thinks about what pitures he looks the best in- hard choice!
Center- A pleased Father Alvarez smiles with Tine Tejera, Rolph Fdez de Castro. Felix Guonche, Alex Munoz. Mario Fernandez and Hernando Novas He's smiling because they ore finally ollleavingl Center bottom- New art deco hairstyles by Luis Diaz and Tony Portuondo.
Bottom right - Alex Munoz and Jorge Cinco muse about the last night the seniors are all together! graduation Good luck, guys.
Jose Alvarez
Mario, necesito uno copio My turbo Impulse is ; Est6 bueno yo! Therefore-thus-consequently, etc. Round 5 Mrs Vila Giani!! Now soy it in English My friends in 6th, 7th, 8th, and 9th grades Toke core Thank you Barbaro Smith, Lourdes Togores, Elo Alvarado, Mr. Pichardo, Gerry Garcia, Ms. H, Renee Molgorto, Fr. Ripoll, Fr. Izquierdo, and Jimmy Perez, for being very special friends. I love you all Thanks Momi and Popi for making this the most wondrous years of my life!
April 27, 1968
Miami, Florida
Thank you for the music, the songs I'm singin Thanks for all the joy They're bringin'
ABBA
January 13, 1969
Miami, FL
OASES (8, 9 , 10, 11 , 12), DISf1. (12) , SrudenrCouncil(8) , Compurer C/ub(8, 9, VP 10, Pres 11 , 12) Spanish Norionol Honor So ciery (10, 11) , Norio nol Honor Sociery (10. 11 , 12), Noriono/Junior Honor Sociery ( 8 , 9) , Afrer School House ( 10), Yourh Group (12) , So ciery of Oisringuished American High SchooiSrudenrs ( 10. 11 12). Honor Roll (5 yrs.) , Who s Who Among American High SchooiSrudenrs, CRESS Voledicrorion , OASES Special Award, Oursronding Srudenr, Academic Achievemenr Norionol Hispanic Scholarship Award, A cademic Scho larship NEDT award NorionoiScience Merir Award MRC rowing ( 9) Srudying Compurer Engineering or The Universiry of Florida
Juan Barinaga
Bari JC Rey de Espana PBS Gators skiing Sanibel '85 CRESS Lilly in Pink get togethers MIT? encounter milk Yvette's house let it ring once computers math 740 Oh wow , t hat's great swimming at 2 :00AM she's got the B-B ' s youth group gang Oscar's bra at YF Fandango y tuna-pie I need a hug Lourdes Oscar's radio-Eddy's George's diary Ow! No, but seriously Saidy, Yvette-sisters Can you lend me? George's kitchen New Year ' s at Caro ' s Yvette-you're special! Oscar's ID US Eddy's car (boat) Thanks friends-! love you Saidy, Jorge, Mini, Abita, Papi, and God!
Teach our children teach them well , and let them lead the way - Whitney Houton
Jose Baloyra
#23 from hick to spick Mr. Consistency rambette Let's get blasted chronic senioritis guard , forward , center ''Que paso aqui?" the neverending slump Will you people char up! paper fight on the Palmetto Baloyra , when are you gonna slam? busted at DF LA and English all nighters Mom , I kind of had a party Eddy, the future hick check Ed ' s dot-dots ladies room in the Orange Bowl the Force Mr. Rodriguez, I swear we got here at 9 liquid lunches one at a time, please Poe ' s bunny rabbit ears She '
a McNugget with legs wrong uniform to Pace and Sunse t Padron , the heels are still the best Mobil, Save-a-Step ego boosters Myrtle Beach '85, ' 86 U2 the junkyard encounter Who ' s got Theodore Merry Christmas Christmas Coral shores trip my home away from home · I got a piece of the rock the busted light Springsteen , Prince Do it the American way one year at Belen is enough for me Thanks Mom and Dad for putting up with me
6/25/68
Gainesville, Florida
Carlos Bravo
#82, # 15, # 19 Hurricane Alert with Pete and Mike Sanibel Hangover Dod They're Joe's Encounter Spirit, group #3 Rood to Resurrection, Penguins # 1 Covi Poe stop being a Jose I hove no money Alone with the Celtics Flash 1 and 2 I can't drive tonight Chuck rap Dante Foscell Pork incident Merry Christmas Pork, our second home U M poet I'll run circles around you Lou Thonx a lot guys, it's been fun Mom, I promise I' ll graduate Thank you Mom, Dod, Pallo, 13oni, and Gunde
3j16j68
Miami, Florida
Sonata, Op. 13
June 1, 1968
Dedicated to Prince Carl von Lichnowsky
Sonata Pathetique
Ludwig van Beethoven
I faced itroll, and I stood toll, And did it my way.
Composed in 1798
Oscar Bustillo
A day in the life of Oscar Bustillo Oh! I completely forgot Beethoven, Rachmaninoff and Led Zeppelin # 1 OIB, OBIB If I were you I'd but I'm not, so who cores Is there a hell, Ploz Eight Boll: Corner pocket Are Jesuits Catholics? Pionomon I don't hate people, I just wish them dead Thanks for the COSIMINETO, Lou Operation Barricade, Charlie. But don't crash my cor I don't think I con go to Europe, Pablo conducting the Philharmonic Con you lend me some money I I hate the following : dead handshakes, wet towels, worm beer (and cold, too), soggy bread, 99% of all disco, and pork and beans mixed with beer no hijo, no hey conchito Symphony #5 inC minor, Opus 67 I'm all out of pens, Mike And she's buying a Stairway to Heaven
For What is a man? What has he got? If not himself, Then he has not. To soy the things he truly feels, And not the words of one who kneels
Fe lix Carillo
Fel "Big Fil" Hey Mike Whotsup dude? Not Much An Analysis mech session Skiing Colorado ' 84 Rodriguez Cortes like deese lazy bum on all nighter? not even dude Hey Mike, let's sing the oldies Hey LPJ, whatsup? Que paso Vern? Pep, where ore you going tonight? Encounter '86 let's see what it con do, George Pep, con you give me a ride Belen's been good Thanks Mom, Dod, Pete, Belo, Bela Love yo' all
12-16-68
Miami, Flo.
6 years at Belen
Student Council (9th)
Beta Club
Microbiology Club
Christian Youth Group
Tombola Crew Dig Brother Program
Encounter 12
Key Club
Who's Who Among American High School Students Forensics (9th)
Studying Business Administration at University of Miami
We stand today on the edge of o new frontier, o frontier of unknown opportunities and perils, o frontier of unfulfilled hopes and threats.
John F. Kennedy
Two roods diverged in a wood, and I, I took the one less traveled by, and that has mode all the difference, - Robert Frost
Antonio Castro
Tony Castro for President Student Council is hard work but the pay is very good El Compean hey sweetcokes Lake Yale bus ride I love F A.S.C. conventions A P oll-nighters I never should hove token three A.P.'s there has to be on easier way honorary physics student Spring Break '86 Mr. Rodriguez, trust me Tony, lend me your keys to make a call Gross, do Conoso Waldo; best kept secret Pie in the face+ shower= edible underwear this can't be happening Risky Business Bond, James Bond 007 Close Up '85 Benz, ore we taking the porsche topless? shore and shore alike Dostoevsky was wrong de que color? of course Belen is better than Columbus point well token this is outrageous! there's a time for playing it safe, and a time for risky business I love Belen thanks Mom and Dod this is for all of you ; it ain't over yet!
por obtener un triunfo, que de triur"!far por temor de frdtdsar.
It's better to have loved and lost, than to never have loved at all.
Manuel Crespo
Del, Lend me a pen The G A. is not a viejo cor folks 6th period blues I hate driving the Seville yes, I crashed Dennis don't ruin my day Bongo wonts pictures, pictures, pict ures Let's hove a "Make 'J' Miserable Day" Boldorean Boredome pssst Los Maracas en Latinoamerica No, I don't know where Grace is I don't core what he said I can write it for you Utset Do humanity a favor : Die Let me drive your bug Jenkins · Fiorino! Codeine Day Del , don't lower your cor Shut up Del, I'm not going to lower my cor Mr. D you're not my friend Philososleep Scrocco, the library See yo soon 0 , soy bye to J Senior Retreat: Merry Christmas Pork Irma is look Thonx Mo, Dad, Cuqui.
3/21/69
Miami, Flo.
Forensics ( 10, 11)
Spanish Club (8-11)
Spanish Honor Society ( 12) Oeto Club (8)
Yeorbook(12)
1st Place Spanish Fair (8)
2nd Place Short Story Spanish Dept.
1st Place Special A word Dromo (Youthfoir)
2nd Place Orollnterp (Forensics)
Spanish Major then Low ot Duquene University
Three moy keep o secret, if two of them ore dead - Benjamin Franklin
Jj28j69
Alexander Daire
Scavenger Hunt -:-he Great Egg Chose celeb Randolph ' s Nep ' s Crew 13ird Trade Me! Doirebeor Ooh you so nasty Don ' t break my contract S-S-So w -where ore you going without me? Tropical Pork I' ll most probably go ploy basketball M D 13oonesform 1984 towels crackers and Dead Man ' s curve Nick, Coke, and on Ugly Lady 1012 13ink Herb 50 The Denny ' s Scam Fountaine 131eou Lounge : How much? SMD Miromor-13odging Capitol of the World SAT 1210 Oooh, please , again! 13odgers ' 86 Hey , kid , wont some candy? rabbit pushers my 8th , 9th , 1Oth , 11th , and 12th grade scandals nice brakes , Longo! 6 tickets my cousin called Miramar Homecoming is a good Homecoming Thanks , Mom, Pop , Albert, and J C. I love you all.
Andr e s de Armas
We're golden Strawberry D Kay paso Vern? What ' s shakin'? Drop a piper Swamp eyes Ring Ceremony Coordinator Chief Air Force 1 What the fro, bro? ·. Let 'em hang, but not too low ' cause they'll get wet Hey Guil , we saw it all Hurtin' gator Julio, I've got the turbo blender Mike, don ' t make me hate you again Let's make Long Islands the mousse is on the loose in Carli's hair J+P She's not deaf. she's just ignoring you again Take the funny pill Prairie dog So long Perry Featherstone (Thanks to CTN) Yur ded fred ; you pig! Halloween Dough Throw I love the bug Spoony the wrestler Track Friday's with Cujo Dandy Andy Don't give me dead fish We're all scum SAGN Young Grasshopper Are you stupid or do you throw rocks at planes Teo, let's hydro across the bay again Being in a bad mood is a waste of time It's been real and it's been fun, but it hasn't been real fun laters P.L.P.!!!
8jJOj67
Miami, Florida
Microbiology 10, 11
Notional Honor Society 9- 12
Moth Foir Winner 10, 11
First Place DCYF Spanish Dromo 1984
Who 's Who Among American High School
Students Mathematics Award 10
Society of Distinguished American High School
Students
Social Science A word 11
Track and Field 9 , 10, 11 , 12
Golf 11 , 12
Studying Electrical Engineering at University at Florida
" A situation is never hopeless " - Adolf Hitler
9/3/68
Miami, Florida
HonorRoll1Q 11,12
Most Courageous Wrestler 11
All Dade-Honorable Mention Wrestling
Swimming 10, 11, 12
Wrestling 11, 12
Key Club 11, 12
Oeto Club 9, 10, 11
Big Brother 12
Treasurer 11. 12
Trip to Dominican Republic ' 84, '85
Studying Business Administration ot the University of Florida
Albert de Cardenas
Albert AI Gott o take chances Geej of life Encounter '86
Hefty Hulk : Study Sessions at Castro's Wrestling Friends are awesome Rag session on Nino I hate
Writing I love History Concord Park Parent's PartyNext Morning Hangover Dieting is Hell Yankees, Dolphins, '76ers I love the beach Biscayner '85 Phil Collins
Against all Odds I love Miami B5 Barq' s all right Summer of '85 You look like an Ethiopian 1fa of a pound The Key Gainsville Mrs. C. Detentions 9-E, 10-A, 11A, 12-C Thanks Mami, Papi, Chubby, Beaver, Punk I love you all.
If I foil, if I succeed, at least I lived as I believed - George Bensen
George De Cardenas
Silent Observer double image I' II blow your doors off that wasn't me I'm contemplating It's too slow! Rush dream on not quite think what you want, I do psychedelic You won't catch me there no comment dreamer shiii, ain't noting! Nob To be a rock and not to roll There, but not there Thanks Mom and Dad.
9/4/68
Miami, Flo.
Microbiology Club (10, 11 , 12) 13eta Club ( 10 11, 12)
Studying Engineering at the University of Florida
4/17/69
Miami, Flo.
6 years at 13elen Rocketry Club
Microbiology Club ( 11) Computer Club ( 11 , 12) 13 A S E S (7 , 11 , 12) Key Club (11 , 12) Tambala Crew Yearbook Vincam
Science Awards (7 , 8, 9) N E D T Award Dist inguished Achievement Award in Art Wrestling (12) Studying 13usiness at Flor ida State University
Kevin Deeb
Nep ' s Crew Denny's Scam Lauderdale Javi , Uri, and Tony- my 24 hr Funn brothers 13ADGERS ' 86 Living at Pace Hangin ' out at the Grove w ith Gonzo Tak off de glasses , Dip! OMMMilwakie Javi , a big NEVES! a calbito roommate at F S U 13eer belly Alex , Joo 13ig nerd! What the fro, bro?! Vita Course Rambette 9-A Pyramid Powe A triv ia l kind of night The Pole Scandal Chuck ' s Aerodynamics 101 Javi , she loves you ; you cussed her out! Pace jl3elen Encounter# 1 Mike, cut the tej! ragging on hitchhikers What do you mean my date passed out? Act lively, Tattoo, act lively Phil and Phyllis Phinley Rabbit Diesel W jl3ass Alta Romeo waste-case . st randed on Palmetto Scavenger Hunt ' 86 Tom bo la party at my house cruise burlesque w /S spray paint wars If you walk away, walk away , I will funn I'll drink the one on sale Nick 0 Jones Hey , kid, wanna make a mov ie ! . 4th of July and Labor Day- Wasteland weekends on Miami 13each copping on 22nd St Thonx to my at Pace (I ' ll never forget any of you), especially to all of the 13ADGERS of '86 (may we stay together 4-ever) Special thanx to Ralph E., Doire, Jeff , Debs , Devo, Cos , Gaby , 13ango, Marls , Angie , Rose, El Flaco , Gonzo, and to my Mom , Dad, and 13ro : I LOVE YOU ALL! Goodbye , Class of ' 86. F S U., look out, HERE I COME!!
David De lzaquirre
Little Red Truck Not Even Term Paper Stress Where's the Truck The Keys Scuba Diving Let's go Diving Jet Ski Hydro What a Wipe out Scavenger Hunt We're going to get busted Daire, can you take me home Pool and Bumper Pool During Lunch Get a Pass Hey Fred How much money have we lost in our Stocks Lyn, the hair That's it Late r Belen Thanks Mom and Dad for your patience Thanks brothers and Mortice I Love You All.
2/14/68
Miami, Florida
6-21-68
Miami, Flo.
6 years at Belen
Key Club 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Beta Club 9th
National Honor Society 10th, 11th, 12th Honor P.o/1 9th, 1Oth, 11th Tombola Crew
Who's Who Among American High School Students
P.eogon Bush Campaign
Moth A word 10th, 11th
P.eligion A word 10th Biology A word 10th PEA word 10th
DEVO get a haircut Tej competitions with Mike Forever young Hey Joe, you want to race? Me and Joe=Mario Andretti and Richard Petty But it wasn't my fault Joe! Total a Camara racing; get a Prelude Lou the Luder Convinced Joe to forget Tillie Now he is in love with Susy The Grove years: Landy, Alex, David and Joe Denny's Destroyers The key years with Gus Ft. Lauderdale weekends: Kevin, Mike, Jeff and Jorge Let's go scrapping Spring Break "86": Lusi, Jorge, Pablo, Manny and Tony Quick Pik stops before the beach All night sleep over in the parking lot of the Button Pink Floyd Laser Light show leg breaker Loverboy and Hooters concert Ciudamar Debs with Maria (12-1-84) Hey Mar, what gossip do you have far me today Nightly sessions with Irene Arghhh!!! Thanxs for always being there Christina Luv Yo Ang. (my Sis) Encounter "86" Encounter Renewal (with Carmen!) The Stud Image so who are you going out with now, Devo? "Mind You" Only person in the 10th grade to get a 4 0 Think negative and it will turn out positive You spilt WHAT in my Car?!?! Joe, why did you ever make me take A.P. Bio? I sleep 12 hrs a day Yea, I THINK I' ll come home tonight Mom My life is one big? EEW!WEE! honey child, I just love it when you get funky 2nd home=My cousin's house Boy I've come a long way since 7th Grade Thank you God and thanks Mom and Dad, I could have never made it without you, lluv you.
Alphavllle
Albert Del Rio
Del Cavalier European plates D1-4U-2C What's wrong with a Cavalier I know they keyed my cor L.A. with George Uts and the term paper No, Crespo I don't hove a pen Where is my notebook Benny lend me your A.P Machiavelli and Rousseau Manny fix up your cor Stereos cars disco blast your boss give me bock my topes Pioneer I don't hove bod taste for cars Poblonice hair How's the bond? Good-bye Belen Good luck seniors lluv U and thanks 4 everything Mom
12/12/67
"It is truly a natural and ordinary thing to desire gain ; and when those who can succeed attempt it, they will always be praised and not blamed.''- Machiavelli
"The trouble with people is not thot they don't know, but thot they know so much that ain't so "- Henry Wheeler Shaw
9, 10, 11, 12
"I can't change the world, but I con change the world in me I don't try to change the world , I don't even try to change people - but in the some way I've changed I think other people change too. That's what is important The individual, that's where you start."
Bono
Luis Diaz
Lou 22 Absolute 4th of July '85 Labor day ' 85 U2, Bono, 5-3-85, Bad The Who Hendrix Repa's drive home Padron and the light '86 State Finals Arnie clutched Plane to Atlanta Blood Brothers Lou Fun Mo, Tony, Arnie, Dron, Jimmy Brickell Nights Corner, Sofa, Bed Sophomore Prom 25¢ 22" Pythons Concord Party at Mora's My B-Day Biscayner Pinecrest Camp Cocktail All Nighters; M.A.P.T 11/20/83 Memories Not really Mo? Ed's Love Charts P.T. Games vs. Pace and Coral Park Encounter Close-Up Chink Beach at Night Life in the Big City Jordan Arnie Jump White Lightning Friend B.B., A.V 5/10/85 Thanks Susie, Love You Always 4/11 j86 Thanks to my friends, Mike, my brothers, sister, and God, but most of all my Mom and Dad Hope You're Proud
Benigno Digon
Benny Dr. M. Ongo M D , Ph D . B A.S E.S Dictator ; B I.S R Initiator
Los Pelucones: Member of the Whig Party Topless Porsche 914 S E 4 in the Porsche The Sergeant The T-Teom : Fred, Boogie Woogie and Co Yes, I'm Waldo Badge-land The Godfather Tell me something, I'm a business man It just stopped!!! M G de Sodium K T.C.R E.K.A. The Brush Off Miami Grand Prix : Mario Andretti Miami Vice Hey Sonny E-Z I know Tubbs!!! The Worm Mouse Torturer Merry Christmas Tony , where's the flounder??? El Compeon The Researcher Pie in the face toke a shower De que color es?? Shore and shore alike French Wine connoisseur Chief Surgeon Encueds todo el mundo Sin peno Dijon Mustard : spicy blend Nobel Prize in Medicine Hey Guys , on applause for the lovely ladies Yo' man , I'm from Yomoico Buuurrpp!!! I love you F J , J C., Mom and Dod Bye and Thanks Y'oll.
Wherever the art of medicine is loved, There is also love of humanity - Hippocrates
September 19, 1968
Miami, Flo.
6 years or lJelen Silver Knight Nominee
Notional Science Merit A word D. C. Y F. South Flo Science and Engineering Foir (Ex cellent)
Research Assistant U of M School of Medicine : Endoc. Dept. " Introductio n ro the Patient " U. of M (9 10 11 12) lJelen Science Foir ( 1st place 9 10: 2nd place 7) Who s Who Among American High School Students lJelen Foreign Long Fair (7, 8 , 10) SocioiSrudies, English Theology A words ( 9th) N.E.D T. Award, Close Up 85
lJ.A.S E S and lJ I S R ( President: Founder) M icrobiology Club (Sec. 10th, V P 11th)
Notional Honor Society (10, 11 , 12)
Notional Honor Society, Junior (9th )
Spanish Honor Society ( 10th , 11th)
Key Club, Pep Club (12th)
Studying Medicine or University of Miami
April 10, 1969
Miami, Flo.
Weather Club (7)
Notional Junior Honor Society (8 , 9)
Notional Honor Society ( 10, 11 , 12) Key C/ub(12)
Spanish Creative Writing D C. Y F (2nd place 8 , 9; 1st place 10) English A word (9) Studying Accounting at F / U.
You won't know what you're living for until you know what you'll die for.
Rafael Espinosa
Espi Wesp nice nose nice excuse senioritis tipo Chevy what o guige let's lounge l3ig Bird nice spiked hair Cinderella Lorry is one of the strongest men in the world nice tedge happy furry animal Cole party Dennis, where is your geometry book?? Dodgers hitting??? wait till the end of the season G H =horse Thanks Dod and Mom for everything
"A man never knows what he con do, until he tries to undo what he has done "
Armando Fiterre
Nepenthe Rocks Nep's crew football #25
D.B.'s are# 1 Riunite on ice Jaws Mmm Mmm Mmm=Sorry I can't talk my jaw is broken Hey Rob, who's the wife this week? The Great Egg Chase Scavenger Hunt '86 Mandalay Motel #8 Backstreets, no way! Javi, why are you wearing handcuffs for a belt? Longo , please put me down L.A. party at my house tonight Yes, I'm still going with the same girl Luis, I'm convinced that you are black Let's go play some ball at U.M No problem; we con fit 12 people in a room Mr. D's class : Aerodynamics 101 Ninjas ' 86 I want a jeep Should we go to physics today? low on cosh: looks like a 20 j20 night a full fledged member of D.A.M.M No Mr. D., I'm not your friend Hey Tim, get the camera ; the light is on! July 4th '85 : the 96 hour note Sunrise at Denny's Pan pizza, with sausage, pepperoni, and extra cheese Thonx Mom, Dod, Rob, Jovi, Luis and Cary : Love you all LOTS
11/9/68
Rocketry Club - 7, 8
Beta Club- 9, 10
Soccer- 9 (Letterman) J. V Football- 10
Varsity Football- 11 , 12
SponishAword-7, 10, 11
Studying Aeronautical Engineering ot the Air Force Academy
the deal Torpedo Run
the
Padron close calls with Mo Fun. Comps with Lou Arnie, let's Chug Chug Chomp Bob's jobs Free Dominoes Pizzo The forcer 1st Team Experiences (L.P.J.L.T.J.B.A.) Sue meet me at 2:00 Encounter I Let's throw ark ness Let's Party Sanibel 83, '84, '85 REPA and me at D.C. Baseball Ali, do your parents know it's not me Best Bro Dante again? I'm not taking you Lilly Thanks for your cor Vivi (6-4) 2nd team sucks Love YouAlex, Vivi, Lilly, Joanna, Beotriz Especially Mom and Dod Thanks and I Hope You're Proud.
Antonio Garcia
To Tony,
New Yorker Eden Rock Encounter Lend, (no, give) me a quarter You're bald, Mr. Diaz That cop just confiscated my funnel! Scavenger Hunt '86 Robert, she won't get out of the car! I never drink, I drank Hey brooo Happy Furry Animal Graffiti Caper Javi, we're not going to catch any diseases Check out the hair today Fit, talk to me I'm self-employed Youuu big neeerd NEPS Bond, Covalent Bond Just call me McGyver To Mrs Bango, "we should regard the female nature as afflicted with a natural defectiveness" Aristotle Thanks Mom, Dad, Sis, I retire!
6j1Jj68
New New
God, of course, created man first; He needed to work on a rough draft
His Masterpiece, come later
252
Mrs Bongo
Student Counci/9
Oceanography 11, 12
Meteorology 9, 10, 11, 12
Society of Distinguished High School Students
AIIConference 11, 12
AllState Track 11, 12
Football9, 10, 11, 12
Letterman football9, 10, 11, 12
Track 10, 11, 12
Letterman track 10, 11, 12
Wrestling 12
Letterman wrestling 12
Florida State University, Business Administration
Close-Up 12
Christian Leadership 12
Second Team All-Dade football12
Jorge Garcia
5-12-68
Miami, Florida
Gore, Gars, Gorce, #65 Biscayne '85 6-4 I was there Old 200SX new 200SX Mike, you want me to fix your car Kansas I.D Hydroslide collision The Redneck truck B. Rum the shoulder Tine, will it make it twisted my ankle shot-putting Teo, why you gonna hit me with the hydroslide? Mo, how's the wife? encounter pre-dance warm-up with Eddie at Conchita WSHE J.V.T.D AGJKMNT playing pool at Doral Coach, I'm driving to the meet M.C. Barq, are you gonna letter me? Thank you Mom, Dad, and God I love you NOW WHAT???
Dennis Gonzalez
Nice Tej neven Where's my Geometry book? Gentlemen Please Yes, Sigrid I'll take the picture Well Manny I'm going to ruin your day GUAV Mr. Wentzel, when are you going to hypnotize us? Mrs. Vile, I know it has only been three months, but do you have our rests? moveable bachelor party Calc party at Seal's Motor Home Football on Friday's or Carol Park Espi please. no more excuses nerd NIKON Gus, how was your psychology final? Don't worry Tlno I've also done 100, maybe 110 Thanks Mom. Dad, Sis, and Anna, It's been a great year
10/11/68
Denville, New Jersey
12/9/68 Miami, Flo.
6yeorsor0e/en KeyC/ub-11 12 OeroC/ub-9 10 11, 12 yearbook- 12. Vincom- 11, Tombolo Crew Souro Compoign Encounter, Who 's who Among American High Schoo/ Student, Track ondFie/d-10 11 12 Soccer-11 12 Honorfl.o/1, Pres idential Physico/ Fitness A word- 10, Letterman in Soccer Letterman in Track ond Field, Academic A words in Theolog y - 10, Academic A words in Physico/ Education- 10, Attendance A word, Spanish Fair, Studying Business or Florida lnrernotionol University
What you own is your kingdom, What you do is your own glory, What you love is your own power, What you live is your own story, In your head is the answer, Let it guide you along, Let your heart be the anchor, And the beat of your own song.
-Neil Peart
M igu el Gonzalez
Mike Tej Nepenthe Rocks Bajers 4-ever Scavenger hunt The Great Egg Chase All night at Strip We'll just sleep in the car I don't break any more The Prep U2 Bono Grind-Senior Skit Forever Young Soccer District Runners-up Track and Field Go Skate or Go Home · Rod Me and Greg - Thrashers BMX freestyle rat Luis, how's the ball and chain? Lyn, there's a towel sale! Beat Box Mario, where's my surfboard? She's a goddess Who's driving up north again Bif and J Hey dreamboat, not you, tugboat at least I don't glow in the dark the tree got in the way Debbie I'm not a leech my phone bills Adriana, yeah THAT's what it is! Pozo, faster! slamdancing F T.W Is that Kevin on the Palmetto? Devo, frustado Encounter It's been real; it ' s not the end Thanx to all my family, all my killer friends, and God-Luv Yo!
Half of the world is composed of people who hove something to soy and can't, and the other half of the world is composed of people who hove nothing to soy and keep saying it
Eduardo Gonzalez del Valle
Closs of MCMLXXXVI Encounter Spirit 86 # 1 leader Group #6 "No Rosemary, I don't hove 13runo yet" "Let's go to Pace today" Ninjas 86 sleeping in line for U2 and Sting the AI3CDEFGJKLMOPRSTY Scavenger Hunt "Can't, I'm grounded" the tonk "Are we finally going to Grad Night?" 131ue 13omber Good job, mouthwash Bevodc:i related to half the world Moria "What's up , dude?" dude- man-bro "neven" the EQ my radio and the boot Sonnibel 85 the library the dreaded Bongo term paper "everybody has a dream" Psych journal "some serious boss" Passive radiators Waffles and Cheese Lourdes 13orn with Senioritis I can't because of my toejknee U2 and Sting Concerts ''They laughed ''
10/24/67
13aton Rouge, Louisiana
Computer 4 yrs
Computer Club (9- 12)
Key Club (12) "Outstanding Member " Computer Club
Studying Psychology at Louisiana State University
If you save a whole bunch of make believe tomorrows, you ' ll look bock and see that all you ore left with is a bunch of empty yesterdays -Music
Robert Frost
The choice is yours to make. realize your fantasy
- Steve Perry So now just where do we go, tell me where -Journey
Voices inside my head ECHOES things that you said -Sting
Man
2/18/68
Wilmington, Delaware
5 years at De/en Religion A word 9 Spanish Award 9 Presidential Physico/ Fitness Award 10 Letterman in Wrestling 11
Studying Pre-Med at University of Florida
Joseph Granda
Susy August 24 , 1985 Why did I toke A.P Biology, Luis? Cherne . Nice tie Pichardo Impulse What a rig Hey Devo wonno race? Mario Andretti and Richard Petty BBS, I' m gonno lower it I ate a Scirocco and a Camero Tillie era Sonesto Summers The Grove Years Luis, Landi, Alex , Albert, David, Tony- Nerds! Tony G how is it? Eeees like deees! Neeven, Are you crazy? No way Nice Christmas 85 New Years ' 86 It ' s dirty again What's up? Bro Toke on me Joe you were the ugliest girl I've ever seen A.P Syndrome Massive Senioritis 1st Semester score Hey Luis how's Mario? Joe not Jose Joito Dome cinco$ Nepenthe's Borq Squeeze Wrestling #4 Rivero thanks McDonald's Trust me I'm serious Baby Marcos and Sophia Thanks for all your help Wentzel, Sig, Pichardo I love you both Groce and Robert and you too Licy Thanks and I love you all, God, Mom , Dod , and Susy I needed it Con I leave now? Finally! Yeo!!!
" And you never con tell How close you ore , It may be near when It seems afar So , stick to the fight When you're hardest hitIt's when things go wrong That you mustn ' t quit
Hey, Bill, I've got a joke for you
Have you seen Castro? It has been my distinct pleasure NHS pres : our fearless leader
Yes, I'm still going with Maggie Lead me not into temptation, I can find it myself #62 Football, wrestling and Track
12/26/68
Miami l3eoch, Flo.
Yes, another black eye Just when you thought you were winning the rot race, along come faster rats two . I don't get no respect, no respect at all . Daddy Dembrowski Alber Gloth
Muir one, Cecil ILLOGICAL
I'd rather laugh with the sinners, than cry with the saints, the sinners are much more fun, and only the good die young.
-Billy Joel
Good times they come and go. Seems it's always been that way to me. And sometimes the feelings show but it's not the way you wont it to be. Love is more than holding on and it's never too long before I've gotto be free.
Blackjack
9/17/68
Miami, Florida
Notional Junior Honor Society (8, 9) French Club(11th)
Notional Honor Society (10th) Beta Club (12th) Big Brother Program Studying Electrical Engineering at University of Miami
Felix Guanche
The cat the count Tito 9/24/83 is "True" Sarasota '82, '83, '84 I can't beleb it get off the phone in the pink yeah but y que? for churros c' est tres magnifique you must be kidding she won't put that one Sophomore Prom Roman Hands the 40 minute workout sometimes Physics lost in Rome in '85 Suicide Solution DJ's the furry animal hide it's coming up someday we'll be on time me and my 1200's "I can't stop" disco's better but the Violent Femmes are up there my tab in room 312 of the Key Biscayne Hotel afloja el galla "I want candy" I engineer Ia perseguidora Thanx Mom, Dad, 13ro, Sis; I love you all
Pablo Hernandez-Villalon
Pab AUGUSTO!!! Yes, yes, Y.E.S., yes!!! Fr. Espin and the two atheists Oscar, come over, my parents want to hear you play you're such a spaz Mike, you want to come egging with us? Halloween 1985 and the Chongo attack No, we did not do anything to provoke them, you dimwit look, Oscar, that's a nice sign Carly, you owe everything to Marta, don't deny it late night movies at the Hernandez theater Augusto, I only use you for your movies I hate Chongos!!! you people have made me insensitive Mike, don't worry about my speech Oscar, are you sure you can't con:e to Europe with us? And so what if I am an atheist?
Miami, Florida 10/13/68
Summa Cum Laude
Notional Merit Scholarship Commended Student
Vincom Editor-in-Chief 11
Yearbook Co-Editor-in-Chief 12
J.V. 13osketboll10
Holy Cross Book Award
Key Club 11, 12
Notional Honor Society jT reosurer 10, 11, 12 Student Council9, 12 Cornell Notional Scholar Co- Valedictorian
Studying Architecture at Cornell University
February 4, 1968
Flushing, NY
Scholarship A word (Algebra I) (9th) Moth Fair A word (9th) English A word (9th) Spanish Award- Groups (9th and 10th) Social Studies Awards (10th and 11th) Theology Aword(10th) Citizenship A word (1Oth)
Institute of Spanish Culture' 'Don Quijote de Ia Mancha Award " (10th) Attendance A word (7th-12th) Honor Roll (7th-12th) Studying Business Administration or University of Pennsylvania
- Dire Straits
Lynn Juarez
We're from Miami Vice Yeah , I still hove the towels What do you mean mo(w)n Hawaii Five-0 Fili Filipino great homecoming tejo later, cool dude ogey hUock Thanks for everything Mom and Pop, Abuelo , Berta, and finally Joce
'j "La vida es un sueno y los suenos, suenos son " - Calderon de Ia Barca
Gustavo Lage
It's casual whatever Annual Labor Day Scavenger Hunt Casualty Yolk at Vero Beach It was Augusto's fault hungry like the wolf #17 Joe , get rid of her T H.S M no problem later days It's a banana republic, sis get a real leg, Eddy It's a man , Joe I want imported, Baloyra Sean , SBM isn't wrong?! 12-9-26 FSU #1 Love yo ' Mom, Dad, George , Bebo , and Ana Later Belen, cause I'm history!
When I was younger, sa much younger than today, I never needed anybady 's help in any way But now those days are gone, I'm not so self-assured Now I've changed my mind, I' ve opened up the doors. (Beatles)
9-27-68
Son Juan, Puerto Rico
Forensics 10, 11
Vincom Editor Student Council 7, 9
Track and Field 9
Soccer 12
Studying Finance or FSU
"I haven't seen all there is to see, but I've seen quite a bit Some things I'll qlways And some things I wish I could forget. I haven't quite been around the world, but I've been around the block I know that distances are meaningless, like the hands that move around the clock, and I know that luv is everywhere. Always safe, always true. And exactly where it comes from Is where It's going to go." ·
-John Denver-
November 5, 1968
Newark, N.J.
Angelo Longo
Vandalizer Nep's Crew Bajale el cote con el macauo! All World Football, and then some 4 of July at Bal Harbor Nitelife D.J.'s Hangin' out Whata' Rag Backstreet Mystique's The Bannana Boat Monties' Club 12:35 Fire-n-Ice Neven, Neve's R-R-Ranch parties Ford trucks over Hunk's-o-Toyotas Longo's Van-Bass Rock X-press! Wrestlemania '86 El Playon Scam's 85-86 Nerd Ramb-et's Skit-Night antics Cuban connection #1 Waster weekend of 86 Badger's That's right, I'm the bouncer Refrigerator #2 Prom crashing 85-86 Encounter Spirit Catch IT Bangocide Before Betrothing Bangonic Besearch Baper Bo Bangistic Beacher Berself I Luv Bear NO officer I'm really in High School. see look at my ring! "Class of '86" Loung' in Through it Things aren't narly or bearded anymore Thanx 85-86 scrap, Football and Wrestling Teams and Coaches, Seniors Yur Great, Belen, Faculty, Encounterites, Little Brother and Friends, La Canalla, Mirna and Pipo, Reluctantly Dad, finally and most specially ***MOM*** I
Augusto Lopez
Le Artiste alcohol, vandalism, and destruction of private property , how do you plea? The Vero Beach egging trials ' 85 absent 2 many times to graduate Close-Up cancelled twice master of the emotional belly-flop t he Bug must die clueless get bent! 4 cars in 11 months Vila's gloworm what, me worry? I come, I sow , so I left Mr Chopstick punchin' out Solvation Army trucks vermin, maggot, pond-scum, slime nice life Bongonicidol tendencies Red Coach lettuce Groce, the vampire No Nukes ski Chile ' 85 big time No license: No insurance Mr Complejo olchy Santo Domingo '84; help the poor and nob a ton oooh Wendy but Gus pushed me Pesont boj '81 P I.T A Mr Mouth FU2 Belen poundin' the Old Mills Europe '86 Augustibiri we con do anything we wont, we ' re college students we ore the future ; Blome Belen! free at lost, free at lost, thank God almighty we're free at lost! Thonx Mom, Dod, Eve, Word both sets of grandparents, Pablo, Gus, Manny, Groce, Elizabeth, Oscar anybody who gave me money on graduation, all the little people who mode this all possible, and especially God! (see, I told you guys I wasn't on atheist!)
05/22/69
Miami, Florida
March 6, 1968 Miami, FL
"Colixto Gorcio " A word: Creative Writing in Spanish. 6th Place in Dade County for Novice Extemporaneous Speaking Who's Who Among American High School Students 1984- 1985
Studying Business Administration at MiamiDade Community College
"Life is not o problem to be solved, it is o mystery to be lived ."
Jose Lopez
"oh Chico" "To Kool " "Esa Baina " " Que Tipo! " " Tipo Heavy" "Cabeza" " Pep, Emilio, and Felix" "1986" "Miss Oregon Teen" "Miami Vice" "Mom and Dad, thanks for all you have done for me. I Luv You!"
Jose Ramon lopez
Encounter ' 85 Baseball #7 (9 game winning streol">) U2 Loser Light Show "Jorge, what ore we doing in Calculus?" A.P Bum Term Paper Frustrat ion High Speed chose down Flagler How do you like your eggs? Graffiti Caper Dodgers and Dolphins # 1 Calculus parties at Seals I'll kill you, bro Ranch Party Nep's neven What? The Silver Bullet 6 tickets WSHE Hooters The Potage I need a cor? B2 Power Sonch's batting overage Thank you Mom , Dod and Ana for all your help , especially Betty
11/J/68
Miami, Florida
6 yrs at De/en
Microbiology 11
Key Club 12
Oosebo/1 10, 11, 12
All Conference 12
Study ing Electricol Engineering at Univers ity of Miami
Today is the Tomorrow we worried about yesterday
1/7/1968
Jersey City, New Jersey
J. V. Foorba/19 Reagon-Oush Re-Election Dominican Republic Trip ' 85, Road To Resurrection 12 Studying PreDentistry ar U of Florida
Baja Bug . _ The Jacket Patrol Senior Caravan Ranch Parties Pst Pst 101 uses for a dead cot; A.P. Bio Boomm-Boom Yenkings _ Charging in with reckless abandon on scout team D Sacking Cil always overstating the obvious __ ready for the Libyans Herb for 50 _ . Coral Gables sign for 50 LSU # 1 _ Traffic Court, what a drag 4 tickets, no points, some blood No more Tom bolo tickets to Sell Thanks Mom, Dod, Nick, the rest of the family, the cot, the dog, and Tweety Going on a fourth year vocation to college
Jose Lopez-Jenkins
Existence is on ironic dilemma of POINTLESS activity
Joseph Lorenzo
Soccer is my life Vero Beach egging incident #1J I hate crosscountry hitch-hiking down Dixie strolling down Hardee I lost your keys, Gus I've been to hell I'm Brazilian TRUST ME drink, drink, drink to your heart ' s content she ' s a man the Pooch
MR. RESPONSIBILITY the Payoff who says I'm immature Augusto told me to cancel it! mud pit '85 9-12-25 Michelle ski Chile '85 with Aug Don't worry , Bongo , I'll graduate I hove to dump her, she's got me "pisoo" I stole your Government notes, Aug I wont you to be the mother of my child anything that moves Thanks Mom, Dod, Richard, ond Essie
8-17-68
St Albans, New Yorl-11
Christian Leadership 11
Forensics 10, 11
Key Club 11 , 12
Oig Ororher 12
Teenage Republicans of Dade County 11 , 12
Reogon -Oush Campaign 10, 11
Soccer 10 , 11 , 12 All-Conference 12
Honorable Mention All-County 12
Captain 12 Most Valuable Player 12
Track 10
Cross-Country 12
Studying Finance or Catholic University
9/1/68
Jersey City, New Jersey
5 yrs at Oelen StudentCounci/(8-12) V P.(8, 12)Pres. 10, 11) Key Club (8-12) Sec. (12)
Notional Junior Oeto Club (8 -9)
Notional Senior Oeto Club ( 10, 12) Forensics (10-11) Sec. (10) Summer Camp Counselor(11-12) Vincom Stoff ( 11) Physico/ Education Award 9 Government Award 11 NEDT Aword(8-10)
Notional Merit Scholarship Commended Student
Who 's Who Among High Schoo/ Students Society of Distinguished American High School Students Knowledge Oow/12 Enterprise Miami 11 (Jrd place) Studying History/Pre-Low at University of Miami
Gringo
"I finally sow the light at the end of the tunnel. Unfortunately, it was on oncoming train " -Proverbs-
Sean Lynch
Mr. Physical Fitness Awesome tan Ragger Vera Beach survivor S.L.+T G last minute friendship with C.B The ALARM Kansas ID Andres, have you found my M.L.A. Garz, Plaz, E.P., I told you I'd go to encounter Shut up, Jenkins! author of Benny D-goon rap I'll never grow up Baloyra, are you one of us or one of them Arnie, Mora, my dog misses you Bye guys, it's been a badge Later Scroc. , Gus, Frog, Garz, Big Lou, Plaz, E.P , C.B. Ma, How, it's been real!
Javier Mariscal
Nepenthe Rocks It's better in the cement Mom, ore you OK? Hey Tim , film this Sunrise at Denny ' s . Is that a gun, Sir? Miami Beach Massacre Jose, you ex-con Hey Rob, the speed limit is 55 R.P.'s School of Two Timing I swear Vas , this is not a surprise party I hear you're the best kisser in this place My Dod's French, my Mom's Mexican, and my nome is J Showers ofterhours Encounter '86 Hey Repo, full ride to Texas Life is just beginning Magic Power the mix New Year's at Disney, Natural high Tony let me shore J AND Biff Graffiti Caper Cole Party Thonx God , Mom, Dod, Alia, Eddy, Belen Good Luck to my friends, especially to all the ones I leave behind We mode it, you con make it Cotchyou later. "Nothing
1/8/69 Hovono,Cubo
Microbiology Club
Key Club 12
4 yeors or [Jelen
Chemistry A word 11
Spanish reading A word 10
Honor Ro/111 f3osebol/10, 11 , 12 All Dode Honors
Letterman 2 years f3oseboll team caproin
Studying Metollurgicol Engineering or Florida Store U.
"The world is full of compromise , the infinite red tope Well the music's got the power , it's your one chance for escape
So turn me on, turn me up , it's your turn to dream A little magic power makes it better than it seems. "
-Triumpl::
Don't walk in front of me
I may not follow you
Don ' t walk behind me
I may guide you wrong
Walk beside me
And we ' ll walk in harmony
May 5, 1969
Miami, Flo.
Computer Club
Sponish A word ( 10)
Science A word (9)
Studying Accounting ot F / U.
Juan Carlos Massens
J C. Father San Pedro, Massens did it! Sal, it's every day you ask for my notebook What's with you? What's up 0.1.13.? Zumpano, you're one crazy dude, but you're one of the few get well Ms Woodward, it was an interesting class today Mrs. Vila, math has never been better. Love Yo Thanks Mom, Dad, Tia and God!!! Love Y<? forever!!!
Jose Menendez
What the phro bro?! Take off your hoser Hey, Mr.Canhoser Julio, what's the homework mota culebras Ranch parties 85 Peter, let's go do weights Hey, AI, the bed race 13ut I didn't do anything red threat 190 E Cuidado Aroldo, los gigantes The Police Reggae 13ob Morley 13e a part of it all, Vern peanut gallery awesome dude Venezuelan beaches are the best My car blew up 746962 the reflex, flex, flex, flex Me and AI are convicts Look at the cloud! Zimbabwe U . Carollton Cows I invited 10 people, 10 million showed up 1218 Vazquez yo vivo alii the boat is sinking whalebait I wanna rock 0-60 in 2. 1 seconds Turbo charged toothbrush My maid ran away Wasted in Paris The cruise ship Viet Nom Thanks King King, Mom, Dad, Tere, Manuel and Manuela.
7/7/67
Miami, Florida
Meteorology Club
Tambala Crew
Spanish A word 2nd Place 10
Spanish Award 3rd Place 11
Attendance Award 10
Football 10 Footboll11
Studying Industrial Engineering at the University of Miami
9/.12/68
Los Angeles, California
6 yrs. at Belen Bosebo/17, 8 Footbo/112
Bosketbo119, 10, 11, 12
M V P bosketboll10
All-Conference 12
All-Dade Basketball Honorable Mention 11, 12
Notional Athletic Recruiting Guide Placement 11
Who 's Who in American High School Students
Studying Business Administration at Florida State University
Mo 21
Let's get reversed
Jorge Mora
Let's throw arkness Dude we're set Biscayner '85 Did you rev or what? Repa, Lou, Arnie you think you will? Honesty Brothers Party at my house State Tourn '86 Tambala '86, Let's go skiing MAZDA are you burnt I can ' t believe
I'm married J. C. Park Ana it was close Jan. 24 (Bricks) Europe '84 Ana I'll miss you Sophomore Prom Night She throws Tongs 100 Proof 6 months of murder I Love you Mom , Dad , Frank- I told you guys I was going to make it (Hope you ' re proud)
W_illiam Muir
Billy 77 Belen Football Muir 1, Cecil 2, What The and surgery Surprise party at my house Homecoming - The Rombettes Pace rematch Dembowski's Drill Period Coach , I can ' t run because of my cough Football and the Summer Camp foetoreveryone except Ploz 'roids Big Bod Bill, is Sweet William now Dec. 20 , Christina Khuly ' s party- Awesome Belen Summer Camp - Neven Killer Saturday's at Greg's house Ploz AA Of course I con drive home, I'm straight as on arrow The lady will hove . U ofF Physics class with Conoso The greenmobile Pace Encounter Springstein Concert U2 Eddy, what about the Limo AI, please not one more joke Tony, how ' s Claudio? Frog , how ' s Anabel? Thanks Dod, Mom, Yvette, Alina and Silv io
9j23j68
Miami, Florida
Algebra A word 9th
J V Football Letter
Varsity Football Letter 11th, 12th
Varsity Football All-Dade Honorable Mention
Varsity Track and Field Letter 11th
Who 's Who Among American High School Students
Notional Hispanic Scholar 's A word Honorable Mention
J. V. Football 10th
Varsity Football 11th, 12th Track and Field 11th
Happy ore those who dream dreams and ore ready to pay the price to make thern come true
5/27/69 Miami, Flo.
Al ex Munoz
Ale P.A. #3 The Little Boot Beach Bunny 12/24/85 Herbie loves Henrietta Encounter 86 Beezy Business What a hanger Hospital Material P9ff Puff Very cutey That's the good I love M.L and M C Bongonic Term paper Get 'em all Homecoming 85 Key Biscayne 85 Smell it Never ending French class Wooff Later Gator Deb's 86 Group #6 I'm not a good reporter Mrs H Senior Skit Let go, let God Life's a beach Labor Day Weekend 85 Sept 13 Tombolo Nights Rock To Mario, I leave my skiing ability Felix, where's my turn table I love you Mom, Tony, Mario, Felix, Friends, and Vicki.
Edvardo Munoz
August is 1984 Memorial weekend " 85" 79 ST 13urger King at Coral Shores Flasher # 1 Canosa' s Carav'an Concord Park Senior Ring Ceremony I ate pizza Torpedoes Virginia Gardens Absolute 13angonic research paper George ' s German bombs Cinco's famous party Tomo bola after celebration with Mora Tony, the driveway is slippery Ouch MRC with Sanch Pizza Hut with Albert Tony and George Fandango Four 13rickell FEI3 1, 1986
I love you Mom and Dad , Mark, Ana , and Susie; thanks for everything!
8/ 12/68
Miami, FL
"My life is a well of confusion drowned out by the sound of the lost and lonely only the voice inside speaks your name to me.
-John
Denver
''My
religion is to search truth in life and life in truth, even knowing that I won't find it as long as I live; my religion is to struggle forever.''
4/15/68
Cartagena, Colombia
2 years at Belen
Who's Who in American High School Students Soccer 11 Soccer 12
All Conference (85-86)
2 year letterman Team captain
Studying Electrical Engineering at Miami Dade Community College
Hernando Navas
Babozoo Let me kick it Tango no more Calculus, Lyn Mexico 86 # 10 is perfection It is futbol. not soccer Did anyone pass Baldor's test? Canosa's class El pinche not even dude Pele, Maradona y Yo Lorenzo, Zico is good Sunset girls Belen-Pace Encounter Hey Richard, Eddy, and Pablo take core Una Chilena Tony let me play for your team? Mom and Dad I love you Nacho I love you
- Miguel de Unomuno
Hec tor Ortiz
Nino Fighting lllini Tennis Imagine that That story was heartwarming Frog, you ! re a blind amphibian Ant i-encounter movement College pledge: Luis, you con drive it's in the Gobles Springsteen concert Life ain't fair for all of us Nice break Gorz Bryon Adams concert Great restaurant Tine Did you read in the paper that Garlic breath (M.W.) Pinned Mora Party at Barry Who's lucky in pool? Small town Reds Let's go to the movies Rag sessions with Albert I really don ' t rag Thanks Dod, Mom, and Mori See yo around
7/8/68
Miami, Florida
6 yrs. or f3elen
Notional Honor Society (9- 11)
Vincom 11
Honor roll (7-12)
Student Council 9
Science ond Moth A words 9
English 11
Tennis (8-12) MVP(8-12)
All-Conference in Tennis (9- 12)
First teom AII-Dode (11 - 12)
America 's Finest Athletes (11-12)
Studying Accoun t ing or University of Illinois (Urbono-Chompoign)
DON'T QUIT
When things go wrong as they sometimes will , When the rood you're trudging seems all uphill , When the funds ore low and the debts ore high And you wont to smile, but you hove to sigh, When core is pressing you down a bit , Rest , if you must, but don't you quit
Life is queer with its twists and turns, As everyone of us sometimes learns , And many a failure turns about When he might of won hod he stuck it out ; Don't give up though the pace seems slow You may succeed with another blow. Success is failure turned inside out
The silver tint of the clouds of doubt, And you never con tell how close you ore, It may be near when it seems so for ; So stick to the fight when you ' re hardest hit It ' s when things seem worst that you must not quit.
3/17/68
Miami, Florida
Leadership A word
The Society of Distinguished American High School Students
Oosketbo/19, 10, 11 , 12 Footbo/110, 12
Key Club 11, 12
Student Council9, 10
Studying l3usiness Administration ot Florida State University
Enforcer 13iscayner ' 85
Jorge Padron
Pinecrest , the day after not even sarcasm I Jove my sister BLACK SUPRA 8 month ordeal 86 B-ball State Finals w /Lou, Mo, Arns Plane to Atlanta Arnia clutched we survived all nighters serious natural note Europe '84 Mora ' s Facial Expressions Fuuf Close Up '85 Lights ou t Lu is, you're too relaxed Bill for Pres Tobacco Tan '83 , ' 84, '85 Rudy, I need a room Donkers on 8th Stst Glazed donut theory Fr. Ripp Please forgive me for I have sinned Willy Negro " Fun Brothers " B-ball vs? Nice engange . Torheels # 1 . Ed Moon over Miami Encounter Tony, do you need a ride home? Party on 9th Terr. and 9Jrd Ave Sophomore Prom 25¢ Suave Jrd round knockout of tree 10/5/85 Disney World I love you Janib Mami, Papi, Abuela : I love you.
Eduardo Palacio
U2 WSHE 103 5 Susan The Wife Soccer #15 MTV Chester Neven duuude "I wasn't running away officer, I was just looking for a Burger King" 78 m p.h Nisson (Datsun) 200SX Tl-99er Computers "That's Life" Marco maid '84 Riviera Beach with Greg '84 Swinkles Grove D-Pizza Dolphins Hurricanes Royals ''Eddie, You ' re married F.I.U Library EP-n-SS "Take it Light" Encounter High '85 ·'I'm in the Books" Black and Decker Gummy Bear Party Hooterfied "Later Days" Key Biscayne "What are you, Wasted? "Bango's Annotated Buff" Liquid Lunch with Sanch '85 Summer '84' BAD (U2) Thank you Mami, Papi, Tati, Donny and Susan, I'll Always Love You All.
12/7/68
Ohio
Key Club 11 , 12
Computer 12
Rocquerbo/1 Club 11
Reogonjf3ush Campaign 10
Encounter '85' 12
4 years in Oelen
Honorable Mention P.E. 10
Letterman in Soccer 12
Soccer 12
lntromurols 9, 10
Studying Computer Science or Miami Dade Community College
"To search for perfection is all very well But to to heaven is to live here in hell."
1 1/18/68
Miami, Florida
5 yrs at {Jelen
Notional Honor Society 8-12
Christian Leadership 11 , 12
Science Fair A word 9 Spanish A word
fJosketboll 9, 10, 11 , 12
Most Improved Player 9
Most Valuable Player 11 , 12
All-Conference 12
All-Dade 1st Teom 12
Studying International Financing at Florida State University
Life is just o party and party was meant to lost.
Pretend the water is champagne and fill my gloss again and again.
The Intimidator Biscoyner '85
Arnaldo Paniagua
It ' s fun to run What's the deal
McNeil Brickell 240J No Tongue Spring Break Tear Are we going to get blasted Concord Pork , Merry Christmas Pork My House Fun Brothers ; Mo , Lou , Frony ie * Monday Night Homestead attock Torpedo Run Chicken at Lakeland State Finals ' 86
I' m seeing double Sonesto, Royal Biscayne, and swings Arnie and Mora at the red light Honesty Bros Mountain cl imbing Mander Bloody Mary Summer '84 Moonlight over Coral Shores Flasher #J ... B-boll-vs-Columbus and West ... Slam in Traffic Teoge P T. lndestructoble Twin Com S-tickball in Cohozers Closs The Ski Collection 4J in L.A. class Rombette College B-boll report Spit at Bricks Lenny Bios # 44 Moe , I will by Prom Thanks Mom, Dod, Family, and Friends
Eduardo Perez
Gentlemen, we hove the technology , we con rebuild him W S H E. 103 5
She ' s only Rock and Roll The official 1st day Pukemon and second day ect 6-4 ; the winning season Pre donee with Gars #10 I figure Sophomore Prom what a night, the aftermath with the 25 cents Hey Rick, the in low is alright The wedgy champion 108-0 I3imini and I3ecks clear bottles 83 , 84 , 85 Lou, is the water level rising? 10th round T K O over Mike ' s book bog Fun punch summer of 84 Did you " dog " it Nick? Co Jones softball the l3ionic leg Moon over Miami w ith Poj-mon Originator and Creator of the "0-bog " ond " G-nod" official member : Rogerholics anonymous and D.A.M M gettin HOOTERFIED on 12-8-85 and 3-8-86 Hey I3rod would you dooer? Gimme a " Lite" U2 live May 3 , 85 l3oloyro is my tutor on " How to be a Hick" the Voice 90.5 Pompano with Coco The great Epoxy Caper Lou ' s Love charts Yes coach G , the boll did hit me in the hands, but Encounter HIGH Time to go- it ' s been real Thanks a lot A, R, M, P, Rip and especially Mom and Dod watch out Omaha, ·cause here I come
When a task has begun never qu it 'till it's done be that labor great or small , do it well or not at all.
Chicago, Illinois
Key Club IV
Student Council I. II, IV
Oceanography II , Ill , IV
Racquetball II, Ill , IV
- Coach I3illy Long
I'm finally aut in the clear and I'm free I've got dreams I'm living for. I'm moving on where they'll never find me, rollin on to anywhere
-Journey-
1/68
KeyC/ub 12 Christian Leadership 11 Vincom 11
12
A/1-Dode Honorable Mention A word 11 Letterman (11-12)
lJosketbo/1 10
lJosebo/1 (11-12)
Studying lJusiness Administration o F_ J. U.
Robert Perez- Abrev.
REPA #22 Betty All nighters at Voss' house Felix the Fun Neven Spring Break tongs the shark Full ride to Texas, Javi? BONO, BAD, U2, MAY 3, 1985 Dade Christian gametwisted with Fronyie April 26, 1985the day Port, drive the 280 home New Years Eve traditions with Lou Hi, my nome is Rick and I'm a freshmen at FSU Did you Rev or what? 4th of July W '85 Labor Day '85 I love you too Mrs. Bangocoolest Pompano Sarasota Memories, sorry B Soph prom and Homecoming with Toy Hey Bob, let's buy 24 Thanks Voss tame that pear encounter Alex M I'm gonna be straight as an arrow at Senior Prom with Lou and Ed Bahamas 280Z where's my cor? Port, Mo, Franyie , Pads, Lou ' , Voss, Cines, Bob, AI, Arnz, Co , Take care Thanx for always being there Bob how ' bout that AllStar game in my car Cat eyes, sexy M . . J . Betty, I love you always and forever SPAZZ Frog, Gizmo, Sad Pup Mo, whatever happens, happens Carlos, Mono, I love ou, thanx Momi, Abuela, Abuelo, especially Papi, I love you all so much Thank you for everything , hope you're proud Papi, what would I do without you and your advice and talks? Dad, I love you, best friend Thank you God! Later Days
Jose Plasencia
PLAZ Do you think I'm mellow? I was never injured Oelen-Poce Encounter linebacker drills with Coach Wagner Trogitos Rood to Resurrection #52 The Green Oug Graduate from Oelen? No Sweat Sherlock, Former Orown, and A.A. Year book with Sigri . . . 265 lbs Celts., Raiders, Enjoy Oelen , Joe MDCC scholarship Que paso man? I got my sister's cor tonight No summer school I always hove my hair combed I'm hitting Tech thanks Oelen, teachers, coaches, Sigri, and Fr. Rip Mom, Dod, Gloria, Riti, Mario, and Jorge, thanks for being there, I love you Oye!
09/12/68
Miami, Florida
"THERE ARE PLACES I REMEMBER ALL MY LIFE, THOUGH SOME HAVE CHANGED, SOME FOREVER, NOT FOR BETTER, SOME HAVE GONE AND SOME REMAIN ALL THESE PLACES HAD THEIR MOMENTS WITH LOVERS AND FRIENDS I STILL CAN RECALL SOME ARE DEAD AND SOME ARE LIVING. IN MY LIFE I'VE LOVED THEM ALL"
the BEATLES
Life is so unsatisfying, you spend the first half planning what you're going to do, and the second half thinking about what you should hove done
6/18/68
Anton.io Portuondo
TIP Father Port Guuch Bro, Bro, Bro hey, hey, hey Weebal #39 Bus routes with Bobby and Jorge to the beach Ex-Ciudamar Veteran Guys, I can't drive tonight 8th grade Exam Scam Tombola '84, but FR., I wasn't drinking I hate that_. but dude, she's so weird Fandango four 3 run homer at Bricks (A J, T) Jorge's Quarters Parties Spring Break heat streak Bobby, let's join a Health Club Secret love affair sleeping in car at Disney Rev attack Memorial weekends at the Key Biscayner '85 First time after retreat Lourdes Stewardess in skit leader on the road Guys, I could drive better this way Melissa was an experience Coral Reef Park, Merry Christmas, Sonesta, Royal Biscayne Who wants to fight Miami Hero's Subs Reebux Gatlinburg L, B, T, M, P, J I never get sick I'm gonna start weights tomorrow Eddy, someone's at the door Skinny Dipping My Church Girl Mrs Bango, I didn't read last night Miss Chirino, whenever you want Am I Jesus Christ? I want to thank Belen for the memories I love you Mom and Dad, thanks for everything I finally it New Orleans, here I come
"All the world is indeed a Stage And we ore merely its players · Performers and portrayers Each anothers audience Beyond the guilded cage."
Robert Pazo
Let's not and say we did Stygian Hue Black GT Nepenthe Rocks New Wave Rock Mandalay Memorial, 4th of July Labor Day Fif stop looking at Leslie Depeche Mode Van Holen Rush is# 1 Y100 Beach Party Mr Diaz, I wasn't eating in your class Soccer # 19 Districts Runners-Up Should we go to Physics? Exemption Way to go Menendez's Party Buzzed Ninjas Skit Ring Ceremony Encounter 85-86 R+V MDT DAMM Everything in my Heart Kicks Sacame a esta gorda del carro, Tony I'm from Texas but I commute But Ev's, I only took her home, nothing happened I can't drive 55 Mike, we're only going 100mph Death Wish I love it Nep's Backstreets no way Javi, what ore you wearing Armando are you still going out with Cary? Way to go Remember the single life? Sanch, Austin's going to kill you Thanks D, G, E, S, T, and A for you know what Rag out Javi, not on the concrete Studying Analysis at G's Hydro Strip 86 A po'king night Pozz The Styg Finally made it Is thisrough or what? Term Paper Neps Crew Neven 96hr. Note Love yo Mom and Dad Later Guys I'm outta here
3/31/68
Miami, Florida
Peart
All the world's o stage, and all the men and women merely players; they have their exits and their entrances; and one man in his time plays many parts -William Shakespeare As You Like It 2:Vii
Pete PQ Mr. Kiwanis I can't, I have to go to a Kiwanis Club meeting do the words " State Trooper" mean Anything to you can you say stupid? SMD bifstick Depeche Mode I work better under pressure No, not really mind you 10 to 1 Holley's Comet, weekend Encounter Mr. Quiro's, this is not a stadium and I om not selling beer! Helpless Honda Scuba Pennekamp Senior Skit Joan Rivers We have a test, when? Pace Key West Cornell Senior Ring Ceremony Lilly, Carol, Alvin, Vicky, and all my friends, you guys ore great! Spare me must we Yes, Forensics is my life OK, so I'm sarcastic Chip, Chip! Proms Grad-night 86 Please! I hate LA We ore going to the Everglades this weekend bored meetings in Orlando rapsessions at Tony's another sleepless night, so what else is new! Alex, math my house 4 :30 so, where are we going WVUM Biology allnighters I' m only doing 70 I don't know!! oh, right! and then there was one person who turned it in at mood modifier weekends Key Club conventions Sig, this year wouldn't have been the some without you, thanks! Mrs. J thanks for all the help and talks!!! THANKS Mom, Dad, Abuela , I love you all very much!!! It's been real, it's been fun, it's even been real fun! keep in touch
Emilio Rangel
Rod #71 Barbooch Go ahead vote Rangel Bongolism
Mr Brown M&M ' s make friends not even Do you wont me to get a pass, Mr Boldor? no respect LAF H P BIO Cruise the Grove in the V.W three musketeers Encounter#1 Thanks Mrs Z Sontex God knows why I don't drive a Vette Thanks Mom , Dod , the Leans , the Acostos , and especially, you God
3/12/68
New N.Y.
Microbiology Club J yrs (pres.)
Spanish Club J yrs
Key Club 2 yrs N H S (11th)
N.J.H S. (9- 10)
Beta Club (12) Yeorbook(12) Close Up (11)
Camp Lake Yale Student Council Workshop (11)
1st Place Belen Science Fair
Honorable Mention Dade County Youth Fair
1st
Studying Business at Univers ity of
The Mystery of human existence lies not just in staying olive, but in finding something to live for Dos toevsky
My family and friends, are the best things I know Through the eye of the needle, I'll early them home -John Cougar Mellencam -
6/2/69
Miami, Florida
6 yrs or Oelen Notional Junior aero Club 9 Oosebo/1 (78), Ooskerbo/1(7-10), Foorbo/112,
(11-12)
Javier Retamar
Froggy #22, #3 Westminster, should've gone all the way ExamScam 8, 9, 10, 11 Barney B.A. Where's my car? I'm nqt -· driving this weekend Tine, why don't you go out in your Porsche / Yes, Mrs. Bango, I really do play football Mini-encounters Sat. nights Coyote ugly Reds, Colts, Sixers, # 1 UM, Gator hater, FSU is whre it's at Key Biscayner Wastated Sean, don't become a UM fan College pledge Imagine that Nino, is that a car in front of me? 360 degree pole vaults Luis, you're always late Barry party Police, U2, Murphy, Springsteen Whatever Long convos with Annabelle Encounter '85 Football glory days : Westm., Pine Cr , Rans thanks Mom, Dad, Grandma, Ricky, Yalli, John!
Eduardo Rodriguez
The 13ug Hey, let's hong out Tony, let's study (HA) got 20 p this year Ia oldovo el ployon tirote cogelo suave cop a soc el estompote Pock Street over the wall el hongec veterono Ia conollo the club el maceo G Q.P I. el Longo the Bronco : el Donny
Let's scovengize the movies the bock door estos fuerte el pechote the donut shop el piscinon los ballenas Sea World Ia catena Pornito
Thanks to the big 4: 131onco, Conoso, Fonseca, and Mendez Thanks to Mr. Rodriguez and a special thanks to Mrs Sigrid 13ongo but most of all, thanks to Mom and Dod for all your help and support Love you always, Eddy.
1/10/68
Miami, Flo.
Alfredo Ruiz
Fred
01/29/68
Miami, Florida
Miomi-Dode Community College
You should try everything in life once and the things you like, try again. 10/01/68 Miami, Florida 6
Jose Sanchez
The Sanch There is only one thing left to say Lopes Delinquente Triplehammer at Neps Plaz-Double A Sherlock Hey Dude I know I am, and one of the buggest too Survived the 11 month torture Tine's car after school Encounter wasn't healthy for me Bangs "possible future mother-in-law" Senior Skit Ranch Parties Potage at Javi's Mario, take my advice Gross, gone to Burkes? Marketplace Watch for Horses MRC Snaggation with Eddie Liquid Lunch with Eddie P What a pass #7, #51 Eso no Tiro # 10 Chuck's Ducks Taco and Riunite Eddie Ball Thanks for the memories; D C.S.S D P J D M M D C.E R J.K. L.L.L.V Thanks for everything Abuela, Abuleo, Mami, y Papi.
George Santamarina
Awesome The Monk Sanibel '85 P.b's #1 Eddie, where's the green light? It's better in the Bahamas L.A. all nighters chips-n-dip "Soldados, Agarrenlos!" Head over heels with the Go Go's J.C., I feel down Friday Night at Hobie Beach Aerodynamics 101 with Chuck Term Paperitis Thanks Mom, Dad, Susan, J.C., Oki, Ed, Ed P., God Watch out Gators!
"Ask and you shall receive, seek and you shall find, knock and the door will be opened unto you ." Matthew 7:7
4/10/68
New New Yorl"
The meek shall inherit the earth - but not its mineral rights.
Peter Scrocca
The Lodge Sean, we're minorities here Gringo Pichardo, two please NO, I'M NOT A BODYBUILDER I survived Vero Beach Hey White guy Joe, Gus, THE PAYOFF It's not my orange juice Mr. Apple's Revenge Go man go Let's give it the 'ol college try Mr. C., what's wrong with your door? Epoxy Ed Carlos, I've got the term paper blues I know I look marvelous Illegal caravan -it wasn't on the calendar I love my volvo Thanks Mom and Dad
Maxime Sorondo
Wuz Up? I'm the idiot who switched from psychology to A.P. Biology Honorary Physics Test Taker I studied all night term paper blues the master procrastinator Ode to Bango I love my ball and chain Peter, help me in English Tony, help me in biology let's party the Fratt parties for your thighs only J Black Russians + 4 ice teas= sand in my face at the beach I got accepted to U F., HA HA I fooled you sorry to tell you this Rene, but Encounter was great Thanks to all my friends thanks Mom and Ada me and my guitar Thnaks, Mrs. Bango
4/21/68
Son Juan, Puerto Rico
Life is too brief and time is a thief when you are undecided, and like a fist full of sand it can slip right through your hands
- Rod Stewart
In the future days which we seek to make secure, we look forward to a world founded upon four essential freedoms The first is freedom of speech and expression - everywhere in the world The second is freedom of every person to worship God in his own way - everywhere in the world The th ird is freedom from wont , which , translated into world terms, means economic understanding which will secure to every notion a healthy peacetime...:..._ everywhere in the world The fourth is freedom from fear , which means a worldwide reduct ion of armaments to such a point and in such a thorough fashion that no notion will be in a position to commit on oct of physical aggression against any neighbor That is no vision of a distant millennium , it is a definite basis for the kind of world attainable in our own time and generation
12/11/68
Miami, Florida
Salvador Sotomayor
Sol Juan , con you lend me your notes? Sol Babe Solvoje good job buddy diehard Dolphin fan it's magic (32) with the Lokers Mets rule! No Utset, I don't hove your seven bucks No , I don't sandpaper my head I wear my sunglasses at night Sting "The Russians" born to water-ski toke me home, Phil the spice of Miami Vice Utset, when ore we going home? let's go ploy some hoop neven going to the donee Uts? Teo the smoke bog Bordon, put your shoes on buddy the four year old members orily jacket the fishing pants the rubber wristband it ' s not a beard , I just hove to shove When ore we going to the beach? the grove and the Village Inn let's cruise with the music all the way Pero quien es esto gordo osqueroso? Thanks especially to Mom , Dod, my brother and his always good advice, my sister-in-law and my new niece Michelle, and to my Aunt Isabel, without you , Belen would be impossible, and most of all, thanks God my best to the SENIOR CLASS OF'86.
-F D.R.
8/25/68
Miami, Fla.
6yrs : ar0elen, Key Club Yeorbook(12) Vincom(11) Sociery of Disringuished High School American Srudenrs N E D T. award, Cross Counrry (8-12) , Track (8-12), 4 year Lerrermon Cross Counrry, Track Mosr Improved Cross Counrry ( 11) , Honorable Menrion All Counry Cross Counrry (12), Honorable Menrion All Counry Track (12), Srudying Business Adminisrrorion or Universiry of Miami
Richard Torra
13. 13unny Niceville Road Trip- 8 hrs State Trips Eric stole the candy bar! New Year's '86 - Carousel Hotel Riggin - Never Again Phoebe -8 o'clock, strike one Make a U Eric, Mexicans speak better Spanish!!! 13unny Team '86 Snagged - 13-ball, library, state shirt PN.D Make good time by taking red lights 880 Bowling Scam Unlimited weight class Ping-pong Jrd period lunch break Hyatt picture day Y-100 contest at D.C.Y.F Long Distance Ping-pong break at M.D.CC. Is the Honda ready? SMILE George and Alba All Nighter's Dinner at Laura's Lizzi let's have a pool party Encounter '86 Lou don't do it Thanks friends, family; love you all Love you Mom and Dad, I'll never forget you.
Carlos Torres de Navarra
No monnn Ohhh, I get it Pablo, how do you do this Yo right Death to Chongos! Goinsville, ho, hoh Julio, I hate Oz ART AdeA and Lollito YOU PEOPLE, I drove lost week Mike, I'm worried about you You ore getting weird New Wove Prep AdeA Perry got. snagged The dough caper, Guilty as charged JT+PA TA and CS De otto be a low De izz, de izz Tour Groupies Salvador snag YUR DED, FRED; YOU PIG Thank you physics April Fools, Pickle, HA HA Yes, I'm the M0usse Vila's House of Doom Julie the mountain climber correction, the hill climber (2.51bs. each) Die- AR, PC, FP, PW, IN, JA, PH and Jl Thanks Mom for typing oil those papers I don't hate my sister that much Ay, Felipe, you owe me a favor Life is like on onion Thanks Dod for screaming at me when the report cords come A'right, later 13elen.
9/1/68
Texas City, Texas
Pablo Uribasterra
12-22-68
New Yorl-11, N.Y.
Concert this weekend throw the photocopies I think I flunked Morine Biology Club (7- 9)
"Neps?" Brew Crew #1 Rag on my cor Hit the beach I need gas Luis, save me o few I'm not driving! my basketball talents? my football talents! Pink Floyd # 1 No more songs, Max Santo Domingo Trip ( 12)
Computer club (7, 9, 10, 11)
Microbiology Club ( 11)
Close-up Trip (11)
Chess Club ( 12)
Encounter spirit NiKojons! Hey, Guy this runs on magnets got another speeding ticket Neven why don't you#?!; ""#this! Two time Encounterite
Thanks Mom, Dod, Tio Monon, Abuelito Love you all!
Rood to Resurrection ( 12)
Christian Leadership ( 12)
Notional Hispanic Scholar- Semifinalist
History A word (9)
Notional Merit A word- Commended Scholar
Who 's Who Among American High School Students
Swimming 2 yr Letterman (83-85)
District Finalist
Six years at Belen
Studying Medicine at Tulane University
I guess I thought you'd be here, forever another illusion -I chose to create You don't know what you've got until it's gone- And I found out -a little too late · REO Speedwogon
love is like oxygen you get too much, you get too
not enough and you're going to die
Slow down, you crazy child- you're so ambitious for a juvenile but then if you're so smart, tell me why ore you still so afraid?
Billy Joel
"If you would know the value of money, go and try to borrow some.''
George Utset
Sorry Boss El Uts Algebraic Mind Del, going to your house for L.A Don't Digress! Looks like a no-doz night
Lend me your L.A. notebook Blue Monday My name is Utset not Upset! Utset, wake up! Crespo write it for me 4 hour late term paper I'm getting a beemer Lend me your tapes two tickets in two months No te han puesto mas ticke? Cosio tone My car don't jam Bob, let's go surfing South Beach EXBENZIYE Sal get some sun Crespo, give me your Berlin Let's play racketball The pause mix I've got the massive senioritis 91 on term paper Utset don't get Upset Tony thanx for the picture Thanx a lot Mom and Dad.
Antonio V aides
Big Four double hitter 17 a year Ia canalla y GQ P.l. Heid chicken scavenger Backstreets Plitt over the wall though the backdoor movies at Eddy's GQ suenate tirate nica summer party spring break the Strip el clu esporoon a pompear el trice Villa ltalia Marco Polo the Frats 151 R-Runners los tips me rosa sucker punch Ia teja tibu Danny's ant's Manny-Apollo muela x-tra long weekends el parque el cote las ballenas Danny cortao super crasher el queme fire nota cap tooo many women!?! no time pescar Thanks to Mom and friends you're great
6/13/67
Havana, Cuba
Learning to love yourself is the greatest love of all. And if by chance that special place that you ' ve been dreaming of leads you to a lonely place , find your strength in love.
1/28/68 Miami, Florida
Jorge Va sseur
Vaseo Vas #35 What's up dude? Wolverines, statebound?! Sacking out Calculus parties at Scars house All time party animal Repa, let's battle the chon Baseball fever, catch it Allnighters at Reep's house Officer, my car doesn't go 73 m.p.h Quince crashers U2, Bryan Adams The Hooters Chicoo Gainsville # 1 . Let's get downright serious My neckbrace is still in the closet if you need it Cocktail capers Plaz, what ore you going to do tonight? First team all-injured Convention Veteran Carnival Cruise parties We're talking big time badge here D'Pizza again? The pear in the air Vas's traffic laws I'm kicking in Pompano weekends 13, 1, 18, 12, 5, 14, 5, 25, 22, 15, 14, 14, 5 The Grupito Partners James, When ore you going to get your license? Encounter '86 Javi, ore you sure there's no surprise party? Friday's Experienced Rickshaw Riders Key Biscayne - Island Paradise Thanx Mom, Pop, Lizy, Patty, Abuelo, Abuelas, and God; I love you all It's not the end, It's just the beginning
luis Vazquez
13ig Lou Bruce Springsteen Rules Bruce at Grandbay College Pledge, Summer bra incident Barry party Sept. 10, 11 J C. Mellencamp Herat, Naney and Ann Hey, Nino how's Jenny??? Hey Bert, I didn't know she had gills M L.P.- Cindy Sophomore Summer- turn around If she goes for the purse I'm knocking her out Tine is that your new car ; I'm going to Montana Katie Cocoa Beach , I didn ' t ask her, her name Purdue or Illinois Walt Disney Weel'lend , awesome gall bladder leal'l Pichardo 13omb Libya Reagan Jr Goin' to miss everyone Thanks everyone
6/8/68
Panama, R. de Panama
6 Years at Belen
National Honor Society 9-12
Key Club 12
Spanish Honor Society 10
Vincam- News Editor
Government A wa rd
Biology A ward
Studying Finance at the University of Illinois
Gregory Viejo
DNG U2
Raiders + Gotors JAM WSHE "Double Shot Tuesday" Get Hooterfied
1/1/86, 1/28/86
Riviera Beach with Eddie nice cor "hey, you got holes in your head" the tej Lunch time in LA "lets do some Calculus, · neven" · the moon at the Key Encounter '85 Senior Skit Ranch Parties Nep's night " let's fight some bouncers" I'm married Saturdays with Billy at my house throsing with Mike The Cuban Gigolo Graffiti Caper Bro Buff The Alarm Gummy Bears Go skate or go home ·. Thanks Mom, Dod, and Donia I LOVE YOU
1/28/69
Miami, Florida
Key Club 10, 11, 12
Student Counci/10
Notional Junior Honor Society 9
Notional Honor Society 10
Deto Club 12
Racquetball Club 11
6 yrs ot De/en
Who 's Who Among American High School
Students · Studying Civil Engineering ot Unive!ity of Florida
Albert Xiqu e s
Hermes leeks Zeeko Key Club Key Club Key Club Jorge , Tony Todoy's Tuesday Calculus Wiz!! Keys Jorge where's the white cushion? Oh, by the way Mrs H , we won another donee Feel the Magic of the Key Club conven t ion '86 Should we go to fifth period today? Why aren't you going to Georgetown? Summer Trig with Mr. Y I love Physics, What little I know Thanks Mom, Dod and Christy Thanks Belen.
Gian Zumpano
Guys I' m telling you Picardo is cool Mrs Ike! oh really! I'll have the creepy Suzettes But father, starch slows my metabolism Coco, I think I drank the water 777 I'm gonna live forever That test was a major wipeout! Merry Easter! Fight for' what you believe in The Italian Penco!!!
Utset you saved my life; hospital food sucks Thanks Mom, Dad, all the teachers, and thanks, God!
7/24/68
Syracuse, N.Y.
Key Club - 2 years
Oases- 4 years
N H.S. - 4 years
Society of Distinguished H S. American Students Who's Who among American H.S Students Harvard Book A word
Honor P.o/1- (7-12)
Jr Notional Honor Society (7-8)
Close Up Silver Knight Nominee
Don Quijote de Ia Mancha A word
General Academic Achievement Award
Dade County Youth Fair Excellence A word
Swimming Team J years (capt.)
Studying Medicine at Creighton University
I cried because I had no shoes ' til I met a man who had no feet
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The Year In Review
Once again with the excellent help of moderator Patrick Co llins, the Belen juniors and seniors got the opportunity to visit the notion's capitol, Washington D.C., sponsored by the Close Up Foundation. The students spent a week in D.C., learning about our> s governmeQt 9nd speaking with government ofactivities were not exclusively political and official, as it p ro ved also a unique experience to interact and shore with students from other states. With Mr. Collins' guidance, Close Up becomes one of the unforgettable memories of life as a Belen student.
This year Belen held the extremely successful Bottle of the Bonds dance. The Bottle of the Bonds is a contest in which three bon<js ploy one set of songs and ore judged for their performance. The winner receives a healthy amount of money but als6 getsrecognition as the 'winner of Be len's popular Bottle of the Bottling for the prize this year were Cameo Appearance, Eruption and Zervigon. It was hosted by the Tomboys, on established rock-n-roll bond, and judged by the rowdy crowd.
Seniors, the backbone of the school, contributed greatly during the Tombolo and did on excellent job fixing up the audjt6ripm for the senior Tombolo dance. The decorations and very elaborate. Senior Robert
Perez-Abreu ssaid, ''The Seniors really got together for this one and worked extremely hard to get it done. I'm really eroudof A special thank you goes to Mrs. Vila and Mr. Wentzel for their help in the venture and particularly to Mrs Bango who set everything up.
There is so much to mention in a events and good times that it is impossible to to put them " on four pages. But there are some that stand out.
This book is the latest in Belen history
because we did not stay around long enough to finish it on time. We took a two month trip to Europe in the summer and when we got back it was time to go to college.
We can't write a closing statement because almighty Mrs. Bango would only censor it. So, enjoy the European vistas, and, to quote Dr. Martin Luther King,
''Free at last, free at last. Thank God almighty. We're free at last.''
Augusto Lopez
1986: Wha t c;;an You S·a y E"xce pt
What O'Yeort
The 13elen· athletic department, another p<;>werful organization yvitin the communi;. ty,: not provid;ed varsity <and junior varsity sports for 13ei E; n students, · but also tramura r sports. These sports ihcluded 13asketball, football, softball, etc. one unite the individua l classes who had to group together in spirit of ??ITt petition to defeat the opposing dassV. Ph ysical education coaches Pete Pena, Jorge Gonzalez, Richard Stewart, Ed Fraga, Carlos 13arquin gaye an efin officiating t hose ··'.o
The football team this year with a , disapppinting '"2-8 record Head Coach Stewart that "It was a frustating year with all the injuries, but if the had ?ooe a be t ter the injuries, we could have hac:! a bit more Jn one of the highlights of the season (above), Ricky L<;>per a move after receiv ing a pass from Ql3 Jose Cil.
Culminating a great year in sports is the gnnual B,elen SJ)?orts 13anquet, held at lovely Airport Hilton. This year's award reci: pl ents featured Albert Gross and Hecto'r 0 ;::: : tiz/ co-winners of the illustrioLJs "Athlefe
of t he Year" trophy Jorge Gar d a won the s : 'Sportsman of the Year" "trophy. in hand fpr 8all the 13elen athletesthat partic jpote if} sports this year. · '
Supporting <lamf:>us ' Mi nistry this year, Oelen bad mony,, spiritudl retre,pts ,for ) O ,z porticipate. stxth d graders a ll' up to class, Belen · st uti en ts had a get closer to God and each "other. For · the 13elen had 10 with · Th? pro'<ed to pe 9 " success !witn ' the already. popula r ' 13elen!36th prdvided d great oppor t unity: for the oleer 13elen students to grow spiritually W()S •. 1't ess. It pl2l ce ·· ,'sec 6 nd ' ·, and all classes par- ' · , ,ticipate:2 · T,he classes battled in he:ad-to7 head in including and the e v 'er famous : '13arq-tJall. d 'Phis " spirited w as in that Belen students ®nd faculty;, 1ha2 a t o plf1Y ' +· at the days know o t her bnd "appreciate e ac h other
The Editors: Blame Us!
This book is the latest in Belen histo') because we did · not stay around long enoug,h to finish it on time We took a two month trip to Europe in the summer and when we got back it was time to go to college.
We can't write a ciosi'ng statement because the almighty Mrs. Bango would only censor it So, enjoy European vistas, and, to quote Dr . Martin Luther King,
''Free at last, free at last, Thank God almighty, We're free at last."
