1993 Echoes Belen Jesuit Yearbook

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DOUBLE EXPOSURE

Achanging life are the best words that describe the 1992-1993 school year. We experienced the changing of the guard i n our nation's capital. We have come to see a new ray of hope for those under communist rule, especially in Cuba.

Closer to home, we were exposed to an event that would change our lives forever: Hurricane Andrew. Andrew affected the Belen community in one way or another. The best we can say about Andrew is that it cut a path for the unification of family and friends. Even through destruction and suffering, we all made it with the help of those close to us.

Belen is a place where we are exposed to the importance of success. We must achieve in our efforts to better our lives. One thing we must remember is that we must always find the time for our friends. It may be a time for seriousness or just time for fun, but one thing is for sure, our friends are the best part of our high school years.

Situations may change and people may change. You might think that they have become another person, but in reality, they are the ones you know that will always be there anytime you need them. As men for others, our lives may contain conflicting situations, a badly double exposed picture, but in the end, we succeed, like a high gloss picture on the verge of perfection.

by Jorge Rodriguez

STUDENT LIFE

There are many different experiences available to Belen's students but they all have one thing in com· mon - they revolve around growth through ex· perience. From community service work to masses to Tombola, the activities pro·

rooted by Belen all expose the students to more than one side of the learning ex· perience they DOUBLY EXPOSE us to our lim· ited reality here at Belen and to the reality of our community.

It's not all booksr Eddie Mauri gets ready to compete in the balloon toss on student day.

One of the many excellent Tombola booths manned by young Belen volunteers.

This sailboat ended up more than half a mile from its moorings but was later salvaged. Maybe it escaped damage because of its rather ironic name MELLOW.

RAVAGED

Hurricane Andrew hit South Florida on August 24, 1992. Hardest hit by the Hurricane were Homestead, Country Walk, and Southern Kendall; leaving all buildings and houses ravaged. Another p lace hit by Andrew was the immediate area around Belen. Although not hit as hard as Homestead there was much damage done to the school; cutting electricity and running water for up to two weeks. Much damage was done to the homes of students and faculty. Senior Jose Vidal, who lives in Southern Kendall, states: "The roof of my house was blown away by the winds. For up to two months my house would flood after it rained."

The school itself was affected in many ways: structural damage to the building, financial losses, and s h ortening of the schoo l calendar among others. However, a few positives did come out of this experience including social service to those hardest hit by Andrew. Senior Joshua Caballero stated. "It felt good to give away food and clothes in the migrant worker camps. It made me realize how lucky I am " The Belen community has had a tough time coping with the effects of Hurricane Andrew and for some in Belen things will never be the same.

Carlos Zumarraga #5

This is the nightmarish view that most people living south of 88th street and west of 60th ave. woke up to after the storm had done its worst. For many it was too much

Downed fences and a completely destroyed scoreboard awaited the B elen grounds crew after the storm had passed.

A common sight in the storm areas immediately after the worst had passed was the rounding up and arresting of looters who, driven by greed or grief, decided to break the law and take advantage of other's misery

This South Dade home is a good example of the condition most homes were left in by Andrew.

This Perrine family seems to be trying to salvage pieces of their lives that Andrew had so swiftly and completely destroyed.

Key Clubber, R. Tamargo helps out on the cash register during the book sale.

Alberto Zamora and Javier Herran donate their talents as dis<:jockeys for the Homecoming Pep Rally.

Joshua Caballero demonstrates his pro-life stance during the Pro-Life rally held in Washington. ·

SERVICE

Although many schools have meaningless mottos, Belen's "Men for Others" is definitely not one of these. This logo is what makes us different and better than any other school in Dade county. The best way Belen students put meaning into this logo is through our ex· tensive social service program. This year was a little different than every other year. Adding on to our weekly trips to the children homes and nursing homes we had to help recovering from the dev· astating Hurricane Andrew. As soon as Belen faculty and students were able to get together there

were trips to the worst hit places in Southern Dade. During this period of need the whole school respond· ed. Individuals as well as clubs and sports team joined into this recov· ery. This helping attitude that is what has come to mean Belen is best summoned up by Junior AI· bert Fernandez, "Even though we all had problems we all knew that there are people in worse situa· tions that us so I just knew that me and the rest of the school had to help."

- Marcos Ortega #52

After the storm, Belen students donate some of their time to helping the needy in the Redlands.

Where there is need, Belen's students are will· R. Linares and E. Acosta sort books during ing to help. the Key Club book sale.

SPIRIT

Wednesday's pep rally was one to remember. It was on the new football field and, for the first time in a long time out in the open. Pablo Suso, Albert Acuna, and Mr. Pedro "Candido" Lopez agreed that the field was much better. A junior Pablo simply put it this way: "You get to express yourself more.,, Cer· tainly, on the football field every· one seemed livelier.

I asked Senior English teacher Pedro Lopez what he liked about the pep rally and simply replied, "The Cheerleaders." The same re· sponse was given by Pablo Suso. It seems that this year's Cheer· leaders were better than those in the past.

There was a new theme brought about by President L. J. Rodriguez. It was that of the Pep Stick. The Pep Stick was given to the rowdiest grade. Because of this, one could

hardly hear what the coaches were saying. In the end, the 8th graders won the stick convincingly. There was also a football gauntlet made by the seniors and the cheer· leaders. Albert really liked it and said, "It gave me an adrenaline rush." The music was pumping, even though not to its full capa· bilities.

There were a few things that went wrong in the pep rally. According to both Albert and Pablo, it was the sun, which was beating down hard and made many of the students weary. Pablo said, "I thought some· one was going to pass out." Be· sides the heat, Pedro Lopez was a bit upset that the National Anthem was not sung. Besides these two minor problems, the pep rally was a tremendous display of school spir· it.

- Joshua Caballero

Senior s Ernie Erdman, Enrique Lopez and I gnaci o Martel get fired up over th e spirit they are fee l ing.

ROWDYIU You can't get more excited than Mr. Zoller demonstrates the correct " spirit stick t his group of juniors and seniors. technique" as he leads the ei ghth grader s in a cheer

Juniors were not far behind in their onstration of spirit.

were no exceptions.

If these young ladies only knew what was going on behind them, they might not be smiling so much.

Felipe, David and Kevin seem ready to jump the rail in order to show their enthusiasm.

Ramiro, Ralph and Robert

Junior Peter Martell slices his way through the choppy surf on an overcast day.

A pair of wetsuit clad surfers try to coax a ride out of a small two·foot breaker.

A seagull heads on a collision course with nasty ripper Nestor Menendez.

SURF'S UP

Some people enjoy the ocean be· cause it is a place to relax and think without being bothered by the problems they may have. Some people enjoy the beach because it is a place to socialize with friends and pass a healthy day. Then there are the surfers. They don't go to the beach to be seen or to relax and think, they go to the ocean to become a part of it. Any given weekend, you can drive by many of Mi· ami's beaches and sec them there. Usually alone sitting astride their boards, waiting for the perfect wave that never comes. Although the Atlantic ocean has enough swells to maintain a moderate surfer, these East coast surfers all realize that they really need to go elsewhere to ride the "real" waves. But until they are able to follow their dreams of surfing the big waves of the Pacific, they are content to hone their skills

here in the little leagues of the East Coast. Says avid surfer Ernesto Menendez, "I can't convince my parents to let me go to Hawaii or Costa Rica so I just paddle around out here and catch these two and three footers." These sentiments are shared by others who go to great lengths sometimes getting up at 5:00 a.m. on Saturday mornings to catch some good waves. One of these dedicated wave riders is Jun· ior Faustino Garcia who said, "I dream about a big swell coming through from the north and I'm out there ready to go but then I panic because I've never been on a wave bigger than five feet before ... it's a nightmare!" Well, maybe they'll get lucky and catch some real waves in the future.

-Jeremy Yong

The only thing better Is

Who says surfing is not a spectator sport? These two young ladies seem to eqjoy the action.

Once again Master surfer Nestor Menendez shows his skill at riding a kiddie pool two foot right. What a shown

HOMECOMING

Could you imagine a week in which the whole Belen community is joined together. A week filled with events like bobbing for apples and the famous college day. And raps up with a huge pep-rally in which the whole school cheers for our sports teams.

When junior Randy Egues was asked this question he replied, "Of course Homecoming Week is a week of total craziness." During Homecoming Week/ Belen students got a chance to participate in all sorts of crazy events. As one

walked through the halls, you saw Homecoming shirts and people dressed in all kinds of fashion. You even saw a line outside the Student Council office waiting for those much talked about Wolverwear hats. Throughout all this commotion, one could feel the spirit just flowing through the school. This was best summed up by sophomore Erik Muelle, "I've been in Belen a couple of years, but this year's Homecoming you could feel the spirit coming out of the walls.''

- Marcos Ortega #52

The seniors get ready to congratulate the football players as they run through the "Gauntlet."

The underclassmen go wild during the team Waldo fires up the seniors in anticipation of a introductions. homecoming victory.

Seniors Victor Garcia, Danny Palacios and Kevin Crew show off the Belen banner.

The making of a parade? Not quite just some seniors with nothing better to do with their gasoline.

Waldo found a willing dance partner in Mr. AI Cueto, Sr.

Mrs.

and

M. Hernandez, Mrs. 0. Saladrigas,

Mrs. C. Calderin eqjoy a festive moment at the reception.

Various Belen parents and patrons gather for a group photograph to -commemorate the occasion.

His Reverend Eminence Nicolas de Jesus Cardenal Lopez Rodriguez, Metropolitan Archbishop of Santo Domingo addresses the guests at the library's anniversary reception.

TRADITION

This year Belen held the 20th an- de Jesus Cardinal Lopez niversary of the establishment of Rodriguez, Metropolitan Archbish· the Ramon Guiteras Memorial Li· op of Santo Domingo. That evebrary in Miami, Florida. The library ning, Dr. Nunez spoke about the was first built in Matanzas, Cuba, in history of the library and Cardinal 1955, for "The free use of all the Rodriguez elaborated on the meetpeople of their beloved city of Ma· ing of two cultures: The Castilian tanzas., The library was later and the Taina. closed down under the communist Accompanying the new and im· regime of Castro. It was then proved library is head librarian Marmoved to Miami where it was of· ta P. Alday. Alday has manficially inaugurated on the 3rd of to make marvelous changes June, 1972 at Belen school for the library. When asked what use of the students and the public. / helped her bring about these

The ceremony was held the 24th changes she said, _ "Besides expeof November of 1992 at Belen. rience and a lot of support from the Among those who attended were administration, I think I was at the alumni, student council members, right place at the right time." Her Jesuit priests, and members of the , goals for the library are to convert "Editorial Cubana." Two important the present card catalog into an personalities that also attended OPAC system (used by public li· were Dr. Virgilio Beato Nunez, braries), and to expand the CD· member of the patronato Guiteras, ROM database. and His Reverend Eminece Nicolas - Carlos J. Canino #63 -

Student Council leaders L. J. Rodriguez, A. Muelle, and L. Perez pose with His Reverend Eminence Nicolas de Jesus Cardenal Lopez Rodriguez.

father M. Garcia and Mr. Hernandez share a jovial moment at thei r table.

Dr. and Mrs Vir gilio Beato Nunez pose proudly in the library's Cuban Collection s r oom.

A beautiful day and a co l orful background helped to make th e T ombola an en ormous success this year

TOMBOLA

Great rides tons and tons of fun, hour after hour; that's what this year's Tombola was characterized by. People thought that this year's school fair would be the same old usual thing once again. But they were surely wrong. This year's fair, with the help of the popular teen radio station, WSHE, was a tremen· dous success. Student Council treasurer Albert Acuna says, "It was a lot of fun and it should be a year round thing."

Another great aspect of the fair was the senior dance. Headed by Mr. Pedro Lopez, and his favorite disciples Oscar Vazquez and Manny

Vega, they were able to raise the greatest amount of money ever raised in a Belen Tombola dance. "The dance was awesome and I especially loved picking up the chicks" said Oscar Vazquez. With very little time of preparation Oscar and his crew were able to put up a stage, fluorescent-colored black sheets and make it look as if the seniors had a plethora of money to work with.

Although the last day of the Tombola didn't bring much crowd as Saturday did, it was a total sue· cess, making more money than ever made at any Belen Tombola.

Mrs. M. J. Miyar and friends manning the "The best ride at the Tombola" said jun ior Bizarre Bazaar booth. Javier Carreno about the fearsom e ZIPPER.

"I've been on i t six times, and n ow I'm going again!" said senior Anthony Prado

Jailedr Mr. Zoeller, Mr. Fernandez, and Mr. Ledesma seem to be eqjoying their ceration.

Mrs. Perez watches intently as participants in the dart throw try their luck at popping the balloons.

The main man behind the Tombola - Mr. Armando Rodriguez - eqjoys a ride on the carousel.

Members of the small rural school that the children of Jamamu attend which is run by the Catholic church.

The finished product THE BRIDGE.

Members of the Jamamu community waiting for a tum to see the doctor in their rural clinic.

20 Santo Domingo

SERVICE

SANTO DOMINOO was important part of the experi-

they came closer to their homes. It's the feeling of unity and hard work that makes the Santo Domingo trips so special and the thought that you helped others life so desirable. Every year there is a waiting list of students who wish to go with Fr. Eddy on this mission of hope and unity. Fr. Eddy concluded by saying "The Santo Domingo experience makes Belen Students more conscious about the poverty, which they never experience."

- Jorge Pelegrin

In mid June a dozen students ence. -Not only did the travelers plus graduates, and alumnus, un- learn to appreciate their homes but der the direction of Father Eddy Al· vares SJ, traveled to the Dominican Republic. For the 12th year in a row, their work consisted of repairing roads, building classrooms, making bridges, and anything else that could be produced or assisted in the Dominican Countryside. The fortunate town assisted this year was Jamamu with a population of 120. In their two week stay this year the volunteers built a bridge, even with the lack of materials they were destined to finish it and they did.

Living under hardship conditions

Brother Willie Oarcia-Tunon shows that he can handle a wheelbarrow as well as a Bible while working on the construction of a bridge in Jarnamu.

Ms. J. Chirino poses with some of her little friends in the town that she helps out in the Dominican Republic.

Brother Willie Oarcia-Tunon and Father Eduardo Alvarez, S.J. celebrate mass for their town.

SHOWING OUR FAITH

Our school motto is never more apparent than during our occasional school masses. Almost once a month our central patio turns into an open-air church where the school gathers to hear God's word. These masses bring the true feeling of unity. Says senior Manolo Rodriguez: "This is the only time I feel the whole school from sixth through twelfth are united under God."

This unity is brought out by the masses through the participation of both teachers and students. For ex-

ample the choir, led by Mrs. Chirino and fellow Belen seniors, and the wide variety of students that proclaim the reading and offer the bread and wine.

These masses are what unite us under God, and what makes this school better and different from others. Says, senior Kevin Crew "I love going to mass to relieve the tension of daily school work. I feel like I can get away from the pressure, and pray to God."

- Marcos Ortega #52 and Felipe Torres de Navarra

father Eduardo Alvarez, S.J. delivers the homlly during the Evangelization mass.

A few of the excellent examples of "Men for Others" - our Jesuits - father Marcelino Garcia,S.J., father Jorge Sardina,S.J., father francisco Lemus,S.J., and father Pedro Cartaya,S.J.

Junior Ramiro Acosta participates in the procession during the Mass of the Immaculate Conception.

Mrs. Mercedes Garcia and Mr. Frank Pichardo deliver the offerings to the altar during the evangelization mass.

Junior Audley Bosch participates in a mass.

\ Father Mendez, S.J. provides absolution to senior Alex Cordero in the open confessional in the central patio.

Official invitation to Belen's production of Manana Del Sol and Love Letters. ·

Michel Perez portrays a discontent wife in "Love Letters."

Sasha Bussey sings and dances for her eld· erly husband Ignacio Garcia in Manana Del Sol.

DRAM A

Valentines Play

This year's Speech and Drama class, under the leadership of their outstanding teacher Mrs. Beatrice Jimenez, presented their version of Gurney's Love Letters and Joaquin Alvarez Quintero's Manana del Sol in the Belen auditorium on Friday, February 12,1993. ·

In the first play, Love Letters sen· ior Frank Fernandez played Andy Lad, who writes letters to his sweetheart. The play chronicles their life· long romance, through their cor· respondence. Manana del Sol, the second play, dealt with an es· tranged elderly couple, starring senior Iggy Garcia and a Miami Dade freshman Sasha Bussey, who

meet in a park and end up rem· iniscing about past loves, each re· alizing that the other is the lover that they once knew years ago.

Between the plays, the group of the speech and drama students paraded the runway, portraying fa· mous lovers, such as Anthony and Cleopatra, Dylan and Brenda, Bon· nie and Clyde, Prince Charming and Cinderella, in a: choreographed dance to Bust a Move by Young MC. However, Alfonso Cueto, who played Prince Charming said that "the choreography was good, but I especially enjoyed dancing with my partner Cinderella, played by his girlfriend Dolly Sonom.''

- Jorge Pelegrin

lgncio Garcia awaits his lifelong companion on a park bench during "Manana Del Sol."

Frankie Fernandez as "Andy" in "Love

The cast of both Valentine productions ters." takes a bow.

LOCK-IN

The first year in Belen is always the toughest. This year the 6th graders faced many difficulties, which included meeting new people, facing a tougher student code, and harder academic require· ments. But thanks to Student Council and the 6th grade Big Brothers, these newcomers were able to handle the pressures and enjoy their first year.

It all began with a lock-in pre· pared by President L. J. Rodriguez and V.P. Alec Muelle. The night was well prepared and was a great success. Eric Mauri stated, "I think it was a great experience to meet my fellow classmates and several Seni· ors who have been in Belen longer than I have." Spirit games were played and several speeches about academics and student life were in· troduced. All was capped off by a football game after which Vincent

Cartaya said, "The football game was great, since it gave me a chance to play against my other classmates and show them how good I am."

There was also a 6th grade mini Olympics which was mostly organ· ized by Olga Saladrigas. These games, in which each classroom competed against each other, proved to be very emotional, es· pecially after seeing parents argue about the egg race. The newcomers had a great time with their parents, teachers and friends. Senior Albert Acuna commented, "I think all these activities are great. When I was in sixth grade, they did not have all these games for us to par· ticipate." In conclusion, the Belen Community was able to make a transition in life for these sixth graders a little easier.

- Joshua Caballero

The "run in a shower cap with a table cloth around your neck" competition was, as always, the highlight of the day's activities.

Senior Marcos Ortega seems to be having a difficult time getting the sixth graders to form a straight line.

The haUs in the E section were turned into temporary sleeping quarters for all the participants.

On a more serious note, Brother Willie Garda-Tunon speaks with the sixth graders about responsibilities and friendship.

The future graduating class of 1999 listen to some words from the graduating class of 1993.

Mrs. Saladrigas directs her son toward the finish line of the egg race.

Diego Texera and Luis Carvajal dance with their dates at the Eighth grade prom.

first dance? Danny Hernandez seems to have gotten the hang of it.

Jose Valle, Eddie Carreno, and Danny Llorente aU pose for the camera of their favorite teacher Mrs. Campos.

Partynr These eighth graders have the time of their lives whUe dancing the night away.

ROCK& ROLL

Under the new administration of the student council, led by president Lorenzo Rodriguez and vice-president Alek Muelle, the dances scheduled for the 1992·1993 school year started off with great success. The first of all the dances was the ever popular Kick Off Dance. This particular dance was only the first of many activities to come. Lorenzo Rodriguez says: "The first dance produced an overwhelming $6800 dollars. It represented a great start towards the new year."

Next on the agenda was the Homecoming Dance. Even though it wasn't such a great success as in past years, it still had a good turnout. Seniors and Juniors alike had a chance to spend a great night with their dates in the elegant Soffitel. Immediately following the Homecoming Dance came the Rave Dance. The particular theme picked for this event was nothing like what Belen has experienced in the past. Alek Muelle says: "This unique dance had a touch of this year's superb student council. We hung a tarp from the second balcony, creating an illusion of a club." After the Rave, came the annual Battle OfThe Bands. This year's contestants were returning champions NSYNC, and the challengers 52 DSL. After all was said and done, the winner for the second

year in a row was NSYNC. With the exceptional support of the seniors, this dance turned out to be one of the better ones ofthe whole year.

As we all know, March brings to our school the annual fair. Tornbola is a time to have fun with the many related activities plus the Tombola Dance. This year's dance, was sponsored by the seniors, and organized by Oscar Vasquez. The dance was held upstairs in the auditorium, and to no surprise to all it contributed greatly to this year's Tornbola. Oscar Vasquez says: "Judging from the crowd's response, we couldn't go wrong. The tum-out for the first day was very impressive. Girls from almost every school in Miami were present. Of course they were cordially invited by me, and they came because I was just there. The following day was even better because they couldn't get enough of me."

Finally there is one more dance left for the year. This will be the closing dance. This is how the seniors leave their legacy in Belen and go out in style. Even though a name hasn't been decided for it, it looks like no matter what happens, Belen will finish the school year with a bang.

KEVIN CREW

Members of 52 DSL jam to a Lolapalooza tune in the Belen central patio during the Battle of the Bands.

T he balloons start to fall to announce the beginning of the Homecoming dance.

Crowd favorite NSYNC delivers a foot stomping rendition of "Ruby Tuesday."

CLOSE-UP

The week of the Presidential In· auguration was one that the Close Up Juniors and Seniors will always remember. For seven days, these Belen students went to Washington D.C. to see the inauguration and to learn about their government. The Belen students stayed in the Silver Springs Hotel along with students from St. Brendan, California, Wy· oming, and Texas. Senior Albert Acuna said "I met many people. I learned about cultures especially about those of Wyoming." While in Washington D.C., many students witnessed the peaceful exchange of power from one party to another. Junior Renzo Zaldivar had an unexpected run-in with Chelsea Clin· ton at a nearby ice rink. Renzo later stated, "she seemed not to be too happy about her father's new job, but she was nice to talk to, despite all the problems she was facing." One of the major highlights of Close Up occurred when several Juniors met with Justice William

Brennan to receive a V.I.P. tour of the Supreme Court Building. None of Belen's local counterparts where able to share in this great honor, which is usually reserved for the highly intellectual. At the end of the week the Close Up Foundation had a formal dinner. Eleventh grader Juan Rodriguez danced with several girls from St. Brendan stating, "I was getting a little tired of dancing, but they kept on asking me to dance with them, and, of course, I could NOT say no." In the end the Juniors and Seniors packed up their bags not knowing whether they would ever see the friends they met again. Joshua Caballero remarked, "I met a lot of people, but due to my nature I doubt I'll ever call or write to any of them." In conclusion, Close Up was a time to meet people, learn about our gov· ernment and experience the thrill that will last a lifetime.

- Joshua Caballero

Renzo Zaldivar and Chelsea Clinton met at a skating rink and spoke for a while.

The Belen Close-Up group poses with retired Mr. Armando Rodriguez with some of the CloseSupreme Court Justice William Brennan. Up participants as they get ready for another day's touring.

picture of

Some of the 1995 Close-Up group pause to pose for this photograph in front of the Library of Congress.

With the inaugural preparations almost completed in the background, Mr. Armando Rodriguez and the St. Brendan advisor pose in the frigid temperatures.

Perfect

the White House and the Washington Monument in the background.

Audley Bosch and Alfonso Duran accompanied by their dates smile for the camera.

Daniel Perez and Renzo Zaldivar rest for a while from their dancing.

Robert Linares can't seem to hear his date's pleas of "come on let's really dance."

PARTY TIME!!!

On Friday, March 26, close to one hundred pleasure seekers arrived at the Hilton Hotel. By seven thirty p.m. the rented room was filled with these ecstatic personages. One would probably ask, "what are all these people doing here?'' Basical· ly all these youths were congregated into this one room to enjoy themselves, and to forget their wor· ries for a few hours. This was what these eleventh graders had been waiting for - their Junior Prom.

After one too many words by the spokesperson, everyone prepared to eat, or just stare at, their Lenten . dinners, which was followed by up· pineapple crunch cake with strawberry syrup. Promptly af· ter eating, or whatever, the dance

floor was filled with these wild, en· ergetic people, all enjoying them· selves, dancing to the music pro· vided by "The Chipmunks," and D.J. Productions.

Juan Rodriguez danced all night long stating, "I had a terrific night: I danced with my girlfriend 'till she was no longer able to move." When Senior Carlos Zumarraga was asked about the idea of Junior Prom, he remarked, "it's great to have one, since it prepares you for the challenges of Senior Prom, es· pecially when dealing with your date's attitude." In conclusion, everyone had fun before and after the prom.

- Manuel Monteiro, Joshua Caballero

Just some of the many beautiful young ladies who accompanied the young men to their junior prom.

Javier Gonzal ez and Albert Fernandez rest with R. Linares, R. Hernandez, and J. Rasco preth eir dates after a l ong night of dancing. pare to rock the night away.

ACADEMICS

W hat do most people comment about when asked what makes Belen different from other quality schools here in Mi· ami? Academics. Not only the quality of the academic requirements but also the variety of the electives and the professionalism of the dedicated faculty who teach here.

Students at Belen are exposed to an exciting variety of courses that explore and

explain all aspects of the human experience. Theology, biology, chemistry, cal· culus, logic and philosophy are just some of the courses a student in Belen will encounter on his educational journey discov· ering the world around him and the world within, a dou· ble exposure of the world he is a part of and will be called upon to help change for the better.

Carlos Jorge Canino #63

Our new librarian Mrs. Marta Arcley shows seniors AIE1Jandro Gomez and Alberto Rodriguez how to use the new and improved computerized library.

Seniorsssll Mr. Armando Rodriguez readies his maps of Central and South America for his Latin American History class.

Mr. Frank Pichardo, head of the science department and Mrs. Mercedes Garcia eighth gr:de science teacher bring the offertory gifts to the

Dedicated sixth grade scienc;e teacher Ms. iam Hernandez dictates the lesson to the tentive youngsters.

Mr.

Mr. P. A. Hernandez examines the ball as he decides what "dunk" he'll do next.

altar.

Bill Wagener, Earth Science teacher, itates for a moment in the central patio.

THE TEMPLE OF SCIENCE

"The Temple of Science"

. . . Most Belen students who have had the honor of passing through Mr. Rafael Fernandez's seventh grade class have come out with a better look at the immense and extremely complicated world of science. Through the years, the Science De· partment has introduced the various forms of science to the young and eager stu· dents here at Belen. With the help of extensive lab· oratory work and plenty of hands on experiments, the students learn to appreciate and eqjoy the wonders of the natural world. As Mr. Frank Pichardo stated, "My basic goal in teaching here at Belen is to help my students discover the joys of working in the sciences." The Belen curriculum of-

fers subjects in science which vary from Earth Sci· ence to Biology, and from Chemistry to Physics. Jun· ior Juan Magdaleno said, "When I leave Mr. Pichardo's 6th period class, I definitely have a sense of 'enlightenment'," Mr. Pedro Hernandez and Ms. Miriam Hernandez form a dynamic duo when teaching biology to their amazed students. As sophomore Alfredo Grandal puts it, ''What you don't cover in the sixth or seventh grade is going to get covered later on. There are no areas that you just don't get to."

You will be prepared for the real collegiate experi· ence in science by the time you leave Belen. The sci· ence department sees to it.

kRafael Fernandez shares a laugh with Mrs. lmpos during a

READY • • • SET •

COMPUTE

The Mathematics departmentis one of the most im· portant departments in any school. Here in Belen, it is even more important. The goal of the math departmentis to prepare the grad· uates to be compatible with college level math.

The fact that math con· stitutes half of the student's S.A.T. score shows howim· portant the math department is to all Belen stu· dents. Belen's teacher's must train their students well. Mr. Jose Roca said, "We have a solid department in all the grade levels. The teachers know the rna· terial and are effective in communicating that to the students." So far, the math department has been car· rying out that role. Belen's above average S.A.T. scores in math are evidence of a job well done. As Junior Peter Martell said, "Math in

Belen might be hard and a lot of work, but I know that it will benefit me when I get to college."

Belen's math department, headed by Mrs. Carol Vila, has had great success throughout the past. A new member came into the fold this year, Mr. Ed Garland who teaches tenth grade ge· ometry. Mr. Garland is a multifaceted teacher who besides teaching also is an assistant basketball coach at Saint Thomas University. Mr. Garland complements a veteran team of teachers formed by Mrs. Myriam Cambo·Martinez, Mr. Mario Remis, Ms. Brenda Naranjo, Mrs. Teresa Campos, and Mr. Jose Roca. Under their guidance, the students here at Belen have more than a fighting chance, they have the upper hand.

-Jose Leon

Math department Chair Mrs. Carol Vila shares a laugh with the ors during student day activities

Mrs. Teresa Campos helping her eighth graders grasp the logic behind what they are doing.

The Digon twins share a ride at Tombola with their computer teacher Mrs. Miriam CamboMartinez.

New guy on the block, Mr. Ed Garland explains a geometric theory to his students.

Mr. Jose Roca tries to "put one down" during the slam dunk competition. He missed on two tries proving white men and math teachers can't jump.

Representative Manrique explains to the iors how a bill becomes law in Florida.

The newest member of the Social Studies partment, Mrs. S. Herran.

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Mr. Zoller and Mr. Martinez share the duties of taking the offering to the altar during the er's mass.

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MORE THAN MERE FACTS

Historians have said that those who do not study his· tory are condemned to re· peat it. The members of the social studies department have done their best to ed· ucate their students here at Belen and thus help them to avoid repeating history. The Citizen Bee partici· pants made it to regional champs, the knowledge Bowl participants came in third in the county, the ninth grade attended a Holocaust Conference, and the juniors and seniors who participated in Close-Up got a chance to see the inau· guration of the President. Every student at Belen is re· quired to take a social studies class ranging from Geography all the way through to Latin American

History. Often, students look forward to history dur· ing the day where interesting discussions on current issues or arguments over political and economic af· fairs may take place.

Sophomore John Fedele reflected his feelings toward history by saying, "History is a way of learning from the past to change the future for the better." Other com· ments ranged from ''fun and entertaining" to ''repetitious and tiring.''

With our group of teach· ers in this department at Belen: Mrs. Herran, Mr. Cleveland, Mr. Hernandez, Mr. Martinez, Mr. Zoller, and Department Chair Mr. Col· lins, I believe we are getting a great jump on the future.

Renzo Zaldivar

Carlos Manrique, Belen graduate 1978, 1ms to Belen to visit with his former U.S. mment teacher, Mr. Collins. Mr. Manrique was lected in November, 1992 to the Florida House f Representatives.

Seqior Frank Fernandez and Mr. Pedro Lopez disc;uss the power of Homer's "Iliad."

Mrs. Menendez clarifying vocabulary definitions for her sixth grade class.

Seventh graders are saved, Mr. Tony Alexander keeps them under his watchful eye.

Mrs. Casero does not seem to be too impressed with this student's excuse for being in the halls.

READING IS THE THEME

English has always been an important part of a solid education here at Belen. At this point in our history, it is almost mandatory for everyone to know how to read and write. With the help of the dedicated teachers here at Belen, the students do not need to worry about their English skills. The drilling begins with grammar intensive courses in the middle school. Then the students are exposed to the basics of literature and writing in the ninth and tenth grades. Students end their studies of English with the critical analysis of literature in eleventh and twelfth grade. There are many steps toward mastering the English language. These steps begin early in the sixth grade grammar classes taught by Mrs. Mirna Menendez and Mrs. Teresa Saborio and ending with Mr. Pedro Lopez's tough and challenging World Literature course. Along the way, students are

fed such classics as Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet" and Homer's "Iliad." The analyzing of these works reveals a great wealth of writing styles and motifs. Before you can analyze these works, it is necessary to master the basic grammatical rules which are learned throughout middle school and freshman years under the watchful eyes of teachers such as Mr. Anthony Alexander, Mrs. Cristina Casero, and Mrs. Sylvia Hernandez. Thanks to these great teachers, the students find nothing along the way to be too hard to handle. "Tenth grade English was extremely challenging because it was our first real taste of a pure literature course," said sophomore Eric Santa Cruz. The difficulties the students may encounter are nothing compared to what they have already endured here at Belen.

- Erik Gonzalez

Irs. Salas introduces her tenth grade students > American literature, the first pure literature ourse Belen students take.

A DIFFERENT FOCUS

Humanities here at Belen is an inclusive group of courses which vary in focus. Painting, architecture, music, sculpting, logic and phi· losophy are just some of the areas covered. Mr. Leo Nunez and Mrs. Mary Jean Miyar share class time with the Juniors and Seniors. A major supplement to these courses are the musical tapes, slides, and occasional movies on topics being covered. These two teach· ers share the same goal which is to emphasize the importance of the fine arts

and eliminate any prejudice toward art that students may have. Mrs. Miyar sums it all up by stating "To get students excited about liv· ing and learning is my goal."

Father Mendez teaches a different side to this course. He concentrates on man's philosophical development and the thought processes developed to deal with the world around him. All in all, these courses prepare the Belen students for a more total view of their world.

Mrs. Mary Jean Miyar enhances her Junior Hu· manities course with the aid of audio-visuals.

Father 0. Mendez, S.J. clarifies the logic prob· lem for his confused Seniors.

Amazing! Senior J. Sanchez finally understood and Father Mendez congratulates him.

Mr. B. Wentzel shares a gentle moment in his demanding psychology class.

At a play presented by the Miami Orchestra Players, Mr. Nunez explains to his Senior Hu· manities class the concept behind the music they have just heard.

Tenth and eleventh grade theology teacher, Mr. G. Garcia partaking of the blood and body of Christ during the mass of St. Joseph, the er.

Senior Carlos Lacasa questions Father

Surrounded by seniors, Mr. Pablo Taquechel discusses the virtues of honesty.

Eduardo Alvarez, S.J. about the upcoming cial service program in Santo Domingo.

Ms. J. Chirino delivers the gospel during the Evangelization Mass.

IN TOUCH WITH GOD

Belen's religious stature is one of the highest thanks to the Jesuits and dedicated lay people who run the school. Through their hard work and dedication, these theology teachers and priests have helped today' s young people to learn about God and how he lives in us.

The teachers not only help the students under· stand God's will, but they also accompany their charges in weekly visits to such community aid sta· tions as Camilus house and nursing homes. Learning about our less fortunate brothers and sisters out in the world is one of the ways

that Belen helps us to learn about and accept our own spirituality. Ms. Chireino gave us a little insight about her goal in teaching at Belen, "I want to get to know Jesus for what and who he really is."

Through the years, stu· dents go on encounters or retreats which are designed to help them grow in the church and with his com· munity. Because of these retreats and the guidance of teachers like Ms. Chirino, Mr. femandez·Toledo, Mr. Taquechel and Mr. Garcia the students at Belen grad· uate with a sense of self· awareness and unity with God.

LEARNING OUR HERITAGE

Belen sends off its stu· dents into the world with one valuable weapon that always puts them ahead of their competition: a fluency in at least two languages. When this school was es· tablished, among its many goals was the desire to in· still and maintain in the stu· dents an appreciation for their Latin heritage. This appreciation has been brought about not only through classes dealing with Spanish grammar and vocabulary in the lower grades, but also through teaching Spanish and Latin American literature, histo· ry, and culture in the upper levels.

In this manner, as Fr. Pe· dro Cartaya SJ, department chairman, aptly explains,

"Students are not only bi· lingual they become bicul· tural."

The department's success stories are many. Every year, in the Spanish creative writing competition of the Dade County Youth Fair, more students from Belen win special awards than from any other school. Students in the A.P. Span· ish Literature class have a very impressive 85o/o rate of scoring 4 or 5 on the na· tionwide exam. An annual Modem Language Fair, cui· minates in a literary com· petition in May. In this man· ner, this school will keep abreast of the changes that thrust Miami into the ranks of international cities.

- Jorge Pelegrin

Even though she has assumed many admi istrative responsibilities Mrs. Beatriz Jimen• still teaches four groups of Spanish and tt Speech and Drama elective.

Mrs. G. Leon and Mrs. Haibi judge one of the many entries in the Modem Language Fair's competition.

Senior Jaime Sanchez pays Mr. Rafael Ledesma for the used Spanish textbook that Ralph has found for him.

"Make my day!" Father Pedro

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Mrs. M. Vidal praises a student for the fine work that he has done in his daily journal.

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best imitation of Clint Eastwood.

Some of the awards ready to be distributed.

Mr. Leo Nunez hands A. Rivera an award certificate as Father M. Garcia looks on approvingly.

Mrs. Llorente smiles proudly as she holds some of her son's medals.

Robert Armengol accepts his English medal from Father M. Garcia.

REWARDING EXCELLENCE

Striving to be the best; that is the goal of most stu· dents. However not all stu· dents get to be the best at what they do. The ones that make it to the top are the ones that strive to be the best. These are usually the ones that make Belen proud and are awarded for it, in the awards ceremony. We attend a very competitive school. It takes a lot of hard work and determina· tion to become better than

your peers. This determina· tion by the students is a full time job and students must give it all they got. Towards the end of the year he who receives the award for being the best realizes that it was worth it. ''This year's awards ceremony was nice and sure pleased many of us" said Oscar Vazquez who won his award in math at the ceremony.

- Jorge Pelegrin

Sophomores Alex Villa, Javier Placer, Rafael Fernandez, and Alex De Armendi pose before the ceremony.

ATHLETICS

Enriching the competitive frolschool's stu- icking. In doing dent body with so athletes reabounding spirit ceive true double and virtuous exposure in the hard work, ath- Belen tradition letics allow stu- - with healthy dents to unwind mind and body after the school they are ideal day with much men for others.

Andres Vidal shows the form that Waldo gives the paws up sign after kept him "on top" of the compe- a dizzying ride. tition all year long.

Lacayo and Marcos Ortega lead the troops into battle.

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Jose Corral shows them who's boss.

Marcos Ortega and Adrian Sainz feel the agony of defeat.

Franky Fernandez is ready for what ever is coming his way.

TEAMING UP FOR A WINNING SEASON

h e 1992 - 1993 football team was presented with numerous obstacles throughout the course of the season. Injuries, a new grading policy, a tough schedule, as well as a new defensive strategy were some of the challenges the team faced. Yet, through It all, the squad ended the season with a winning record In Class 3A and were district runners-up. something which has never been accomplished by a Belen team.

The season began with optimism from players and coaches alike due mainly t o the team ' s success In the Spring Jamboree. Practices began a week before th e first d a y of school. The flrst week of practice consisted of three different sessions of practice per d ay, one dedicated s olely to c o nditioning. The team's h igh expectations, however, wer e lowered somewhat when David Tejeda, a returning starter at center, Omar "Cripple" Benitez #65, Carlos "Evil" Canino #63 , a projected starter on both sides of th e b all were out with season ending Injuries. The team w orked hard through the Injuries and staged an Impressive 14-6 victory over Gulliver. But the team suffered another setback when AllDade quarte rback Albert "Golden Boy " Acuna #10 was Involved In an automobile accident which c oul d have cost him his life. In the two games without Alb er t, th e Wovertnes bea t

Marathon , but suffered their first loss of the season to Westminster Christian. The team suffered Its low point of the season with two consecutive losses to Orlando Cypress Creek and Coral Shores respectively. Through thi s tough stretch , the team developed character and grew as a family. Several first year players stepped up and contr ib uted In areas depleted by Injuries and grades, namely Michael "Lamar" Garcia #81 , Adrian "El Papo" Sainz #2 2 , Benny "Psych o " Carmona #9 , and Jose "Hutch" Corral #31 Other key players such as J ose "Bam Bam " Vidal, Marcus "Chtki" Ortega #52 , and Fred " The Body" Aragon turned their games up a notch enhancing the overall play of the team. Defensively , s olid play by returning starter at linebacker Frankie "Fear" Fernandez #33 Miami Herald All Dade cornerback Carlos "Hitman" Zumarraga #5, and good play fr om All Dade linem a n Randy Egues #56 anchored the defense going Into the district schedule.

The firs t game of the district the team faced Chamlnade Madonna The defense struggled early but was able to hold on to the 35 - 21 lead as the offense had an explosive game ; Al bert Acuna set a new school record passing for 303 years. The next game was against archrival Key West.

Rodriguez, Richard

Top Row (Left to Right): Jose Vidal, Benny Carmona, Randy Egues, J. J. Alemany, Phil Portacarero, Albert Fernandez, Pablo La Fuente, Carlos Amor, Frankly Fernandez, Marcos Ortega, Marcelo Llorente, Ricky Perez, Carlos Canino, Javi Hermida, Alan Gomez, l ando Torrez, Luis Diaz, Pedro De Cardenaz, Arthur

Negret, J. C. Digon, Jorge Caso, Frank Digon, Martin Powers, Mike Hernandez, Adrian Sainz, Albert Acuna, Frank Del Rio, Jose Corral, Fred Aragon, Philip Fernandez, Michael Garcia, Luis Saladrigas, Alan Gomez, Carlos Zumarraga, Joshua Caballero, Iggy Garcia, Omar Benitez, Gaston L acayo.

Joshua Caballero, Carlos Zumarraga, and Randy Egues combine to make a vicious hit stopping Bears' runningback cold.

The dominant Wolverine line gets ready to punch it in.

Going into the game, the Wolverines were predicted to lose to the Conchs; no one outside the team thought they could win. Superior coaching and the team's unbridled animosity for Key West led them to a sweet come-from-behind 7-2 victory over the Conchs in what coach Richard Stuart calls, ''the greatest victory I've ever been associated with in my 10 years of coaching at Belen." The upset of Key West was a complete team victory as every player on the team contributed and gave everything they could to ensure the win. Great defensive play by Carlos Zumarraga #5, Pedro "Turbo" De Cardenas, and Frankie Fernandez #33 allowed the offense one more chance to go in for the score to win it. The team scored with 23 seconds left in the game with a 1 yard touchdown run by Jose Vidal. The run was set up by a 19 yard pass from Acuna to Carmona and great blocking from the offensive line, namely Marcos Ortega and All-Dade Line-

man Albert Fernandez. The victory set up a district title game against Pace. Pace ran over the Wolverines as it seemed only Joshua "Megadeth" Caballero #17 could bring down AllState running back Terry Moore. Safety Iggy Garcia #21 stated after the game, "They recruit more than the University of Miami." The loss, however, did not destroy the team's spirit as they finished the season with a well-deserved victory over Curley. Through all the hardships they faced , the team developed a special bond with each other and the coaches, and pulled together as one unit. ''Luck just wasn't on our side this year with all the injuries and everything,'' states coach Richard Stuart, "but I've never been prouder of a team." The seniors left the season with a strong feeling of satisfaction as they knew they had accomplished what no other Belen team had: District runners-up and a winning record in Class 3A.

Belen secondary zeroes in on Pace's runningback, Terry Moore. Adrian Sainz and Frank Fernandez ponder on their defensive responsibilities.

Mike Garcia fakes Pace's back out of his jockstrap.

Wolverine Coach, Richard Stuart, returns to the sideline after giving crucial information during a out.

Returning punts is a courageous job, but for Charlie Diaz it's no big deal.

Diminutive Oliver Benitez blasts through the line for a first down.

Quarterback Marc Angles spots his receiver down field and unleashes a 60 yard touchdown pass.

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Alex Arrieta poses for the Heisman while cruising around Coral Shores defensive pressure.

Manolo Diaz makes his presence known to Pace's quarterback.

AMBITIOUS AND ON THE OffensivE

The 1992-93 year brought to the J. V. football team some disappointments and some triumphs. Their disappointment was the two and four record. Coach Eddie Delgado and Jorge Zagales both agree that, ''The record didn't really show their performance, it felt like we went six and zero.'' Their triumph was that ten of their players were moved up to varsity. This is a great achievement because it rarely occurs. The team's wins were against Key West and Coral Shores; their losses were against Curley, Pace, Coral Shores, and St. Thomas Aquinas. Although they lost to Coral Shores the first time around they learned from their mistakes and beat them the second time. As J. V. player Joseph Shwartz stated, ''Our first game w,as emotional for the players as well as for the coaches." ln offense, running back Alex Arrieta led the team in rushing with 300+ yards and 6 touch-

down runs, with key runs such as the touchdown run in overtime against Key West. Quarterback Mark Angles led the in passing with 5 touchdown passes. The offensive highlight of the season was the 97 yard drive against St. Thomas Aquinas. In defense, defensive end Joseph Shwarts led the team with 9 sacks and key defensive stops. Linebacker Alex Arrieta had 5 sacks and a total of 42 tackles. The inexperience but effective secondary was led by cornerbacks Oliver Benitez, with 2 interceptions, and Louis Mcmillian, who only allowed 2 receptions throughout the season.

Head Coach Victor Hernandez stated that ··At the end, the kids had the knowledge and the wanting to win.'' Coach Eddie Delgado also added that, "There is a lot of unity in this class and the future looks bright for them.''

- Carlos J. Canino #63

Top row: G. Diepa, M. Angels, C. Rosario, A. Delgado, C. Acosta, Coach V. Hernandez, Coach A. Aguirre, Coach E. Delgado, Coach M. Feijoo, Coach G. Zagales, C. Maristany, L. Elizondo, C. Gonzalez, S. Giralt.

D. Zumarraga, L. Vigo, H. Guida, F. Vanenzuela, A. Villart, R. Campo, J. Sobrado, R. Morales.

Middle Row: M. Diaz, P. Conde, R. Carmona, A. Aguirre, J. Escudero, C. Melo, J. Toledo, C. Gonzalez,

Bottom Row: C Diaz, A. Martinez, G. Munoz, C. Rodriguez, J. Reguira, D. Martinez, R. Souto, L. McMillan, J. Salem, 0. Benitez, M. Powers, J. Schwartz, A. Arrieta, M. Masters, J. Lledo

STEP UP ON OUR COMPETITION

he 1992 Belen Cross-Country team

Carried on the rich tradition of winning which has hallmarked the school's athletic program. Led by two talented runners, senior Javier Taboas and junior Alex Bienes, the team overcame what coach Carlos Barquin called "a weird year unlike any other; with the hurricane and key injuries slowing our development." But as Bienes is quick to add, "The season was made tough by all the obstacles, but we were able to overcome them because of all the pride and spirit of this team.,

Filling supporting roles were eighth graders Eric Montalvo and Alexis Mantecon. They both had monster seasons, and it seems Belen's winning ways will continue as long as these two are in school. With their added help Belen

achieved a perfect 9-0 season, winning district for the second time in a row and the thirteenth time in school history. Rewards such as the personal fulfillment of achieving these high goals made all the grueling practices, extending back into the summer months, worthwhile.

The team trains for a little over one week in the mountains of Tennessee. There, amidst their fun and frolicking, they embark on long runs through rustic hilly trails and do strength work pounding their way up steep cliffs. This early training gives them a step up on the competition back in the state, as may be evidenced by their outstanding placing in all major meets.

Summing up the season, senior and team leader Javier Taboas had but one short phrase. "We racked."

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From left to right: Coach Montalvo, Eric Alex Rivera, Mike Cabrera, Eric Montalvo, David

menez, Alexis Mantecon, Javi Taboas, Alex Bienes, and Coach Barquin. (Not shown- Juan Sepulveda).

Anticipating the starter's gun, the Wolverine team discusses strategy.

Senior Javier Taboas leads Junior Alex Bienes as they rout the remainder of the field.

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Date Vs. Result

9/17/92 John I. Leonard w

9/26/92 Spanish River Invit. .3rd

9/29/92 Immokalee, Naples w,w

10/.3/92 Univ. of Florida Invit. 10th

10/6/92 Dade Christian w

10/16/92 Dade County Youth Fair 2nd

10/2.3/92 South Plantation w 10/27/92 Western, St. Thomas Aquinas, South Broward W,W, W

11/7/92 District 1st

11/24/92 Regionals 2nd

11/21/92 State Meet 9th (t) Record 9-0

Alexis Mantecon blazes through the wooded trail towards the finish line.

Junior David Jimenez streaks into a sharp tum on the Dade County Youth Fair course.

Javier Taboas and Alex Bienes break out of the pack and into the lead.

STRIDING INTO THE FUTURE

The J.H. Cross Country team was the most dominant force in Dade County once again. Coached by Miriam Hernandez, the squad boasted several outstanding runners. These were Eric Montalvo, Alexis Mantecon, Iran Santa-Cruz, while the sixth grade division was led by Salman Fatemian, John Paul Femandez, and Gian Carlos Alonso. The most improved runners this year were Michael Godoy, David Hernandez, George Salun, Alexander Rey, and Enmar Vander Osten. When asked why the team was so successful, Ms. Hernandez said it was "due to their sportsmanship, and dedication to their sport.''

- Manny Monteiro and Jorge Miranda

RECORD

Date Vs. 9/25/92 Belen Invitational

9/26/92 Spanish River

10/2/92 St. Theresa Invitational

10/9/92 St. Thomas

10/16/92 Youth Fair meet

10/23/92 St. Agatha

10/30/92 Our Lady of the Lakes

11/4/92 St. Theresa Invitational 11/7/92 A.C.C. Record 4-0, Perfect season! Result

The Sixth Grade Cross Country Team: (From left to right) Coach M. Hernandez, E. Von Ostern, J. Casanas, A. Fernandez de Castro, J. C. Alonso, V. Cartaya, A. Rey, R. Corona, J.P. Fernandez, Coach A. Monyablo.

Ivan Santa Cruz leads the pack to give Belen a first place finish.

The junior High Cross Country team takes time off to pose for a picture.

From left to right: Coach M. Hernandez, C. Valdes, M. Llanes, J. Correa, A. Mantecon, I. Santa Cruz, E. Montablo, M. Godoy, P. Hernandez, J. Salumn, Coach A. Montablo.

outreaches everyone for the rebound.

A GLIMPSE OF THE •

FUTURE

s first year students, sixth graders are offered many sports which they can contribute. One of these Is the sixth grade basketball team This year's team successfully kept the winning tradition by going 7-3 and placing seconaln the All Catfiolic Conference. The Baby Wolverines displayed a fierce attitude and genuine raw talent toward their opposition. "Their talent and intensity kept the Belen tradition alive but they must keep working hard in order to prove that they will be the bright future of Belen athletics," said head coach Jose Roca. Their future Is on the shoulders of certain young Belen students, among them Emllto Guzman and Gaby Gonzalez. Emilio has shown to be a force under the basket whlle Gaby provides the scoring Belen needs for a powerful Jr. High team. "I am happy ana proud t o have taken part In this team: I hope we Improve and go undefeated next year," said Emilio Guzman (center). Emilio's teammate Gaby Gonzalez (forward), this year's M. V.P. had some Inspiring notes on next year. "Coach Roca was great and I know we will go undefeated next season with harawork and team unity." With good luck and perseverance the six grade basketball team Is a good example of the bright future ahead for Belen teams.

- Marcos Ortega #52

RECORD

Date Vs. 9/23/92 Epiphany 9/28/92 St. Timothy

9/30/92 St. Brendan

10/5/92 St. Kevin

10/7/92 St. Thomas

10/12/92 Epiphany

10/14/92 St. Timothy

10/19/92 St. Brendan

10/21/92 St. Kevin

10/26/92 St. Thomas Record 7-3

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Mario Pascual dribbles past an Epiphany player, as Eric Mauri watches on.

Top: Kristopher Fonte, Christopher Jaile, Gabriel Gonzalez, Emilio Guzman, Alex Llama, Danny Montenegro, Coach Jose Roca Bottom: Eric Mauri, Christian Brugal, Enrique Cuervo, Mario Pascual, Juan Telleria, Roger Sanchez, Heriberto Perez.

TOUGH WOLVERINES WERE EARNING SOME RESPECT

The 1992-1993 varsity basketball team led by head coach Jorge Martinez began Its season with confidence and high expectations. The team was ready and able to avenge last year's loss In the district championships to archrtval Pace. The team was young, but they had the skill and the right attitude to win districts this year. The team consisted of twelve players: five seniors, six junIors, and one talented sophomore. The seniors were Alfonso Cueto, Albert Acuna, Jorge Azcuy, J. C. Dlgon, and Frank Dtgon. The seniors brough t to the team the experience and knowledge that they have acquired over the past few years. The juniors were the new blood of the team. Eric Bradford, Ricky Perez, Richard Sanders, Alex Levy, Marcelo Llorente, and Faustino Garcia. They were there to learn, adapt, and show what they are made of.

Lastly the sole sophomore on the team was Mike Cabrera, he showed us that the team was In good hands for the next couple of years.

When the season started, the team got off to an expected record of 5-4, with such losses to Pace and South Miami. Senior Jorge Azcuy had to say, "For the first game, we were missing three of our starters (due to junior encounter), and even when they got back, we haven't had a single practice session with all the team members present." After this, the team went on a twelve game losing streak. Three of the players left for Close-Up, and Alfonso Cueto missed a game due to personal reasons From that point on,

It looked like they were falling apart. and It also looked like all was lost. But the Wolverines went on a four game winning streak, beating such opponents as St. Brendan, Curley, La Salle, and Key West. Finally the season came down to one game, the district championship against Pace After a hard fought game In which point guard Marcelo Llorente and forward Faustino Garcia both suffered Injuries, the Wolverines finished the season with a respectable nineteen point loss, and once again the district runners-up. Leading scorer Alfonso Cueto had to say, "We gave It all we had, but at the end we just came up a little short, and I hope that next year's team will be victorious."

When all was said and done, head coach Jorge Martinez said, "This year's Wolverine basketball team faced a season in transition, which promised many challenges. We only had one starter returning In Senior Albert Acuna and with eight new players, the squad was confronted with the difficult task of becoming an effective unit while competing against some of the best teams In Dade County Alfonso Cueto, Albert Acuna, and Erick Bradford provided the bulk of the scoring, averaging 14.3, 13.0, and 12.2 respectively. Additionally, juniors Marcelo Llorente. Faustino Garcia, and Mike Cabrera, the team's leading three-point shooter, provided scoring support." With the nucleus of the team returning, and probably new head-coach to be Jose Roca coming, the team once again Is faced with high expectations for next year. KEVIN CREW

Bradford, R. Sanders, R. Perez, Coach J. Martinez. The bottom row from left to right are: F. Garcia, M. Llorente, J. C. Digon, F. Digon, J. Azcuy, M. Cabrera.

The District varsity basketball team lines up for a picture in F.I.U. From left to right; the top row are: A. Acuna, A. Levy, A. Cueto, E.

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Eric Bradford leaves his competition at floor level while he sinks a jumper and the South Miami players watch in amazement.

Senior AI Cueto gets up high to lay one in for Belen. The Wolverines get loose to get ready to battle with district foe St. Brendan.

Cabrera

Jorge Azcuy speeds by a South Mi· ami defender to score two points for the Wolverines.

The Belen defense converges on South Miami's Elmer Fudge. T

_. Senior Albert "Golden Boy" na sets his sights on another three point basket.

..,.. Junior board demon Erik ford skies for a difficult rebound.

Junior Richard Sanders starts the fast break with a precise outlet pass ..,..

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Amid a threatening group of fenders, Senior AI "Downtown" Cueto powers in for another two.

..,.. Slashing past his defender, ior Marcelo Llorente demonstrates his ability and style.

Albert adds another free throw for the Belen Wolverines

Faustino Garcia scores with his sofHouch jumper

TOUGH,YOUNG,TENACIOUSAND RESILIENT

mynastyl This word is enough to sum up the Junior Varsity Basketball team throughout the past years. Belen's J. V. team ended the 1992- 1993 season with a record of 15-8 and continued the tradition of success. Under Coach Jose Roca, the team won with a great attitude - and defense. Coach Roca said, .. Desire, hard work, and defense carried our ball club throughout the year.'' Despite the success of the team, Belen's J. V. suffered the most amount of losses tn recent years

The major reason for the slight decline this year was the lack of experience. 13 of the 15 players were first year players on the J. V. team. The team was led by fQrwards and centers Ernie Cepero, Tommy De Quesada, Carlos Martstant, Gabi Dieppa, Bias Cueto,

and Omar Travieso. The size and quickness led the team's guards- Marcus Macau. Alfred Granda!, and Bert Moreno - to many easy scores. Said junior forward Ernie Cepero, ·"It was a great learning experience for me to get prepared for next year.'' Freshman guard Bert Moreno said, ''This year was a kind of disappointment, but we did the best with what we had.•• Despite the losses. the team still enjoyed enormous success throughout the season. The J.V. basketball team continued its winning tradition of the past Said Coach Roca, "The year wasn•t a disappointment, it was just that the expectations were high considering the success of past teams. Many teams would love to finish 15-8."

- Felipe Torres de Navarra

Top Row: (From left to right) G Dieppa, 0. Travieso, M. Perez, T De Quesada, C. Maristani, R. Llantada, B. Cueto, Coach J. Roca.

Bottom row: (From left to right) E. Cepero , M. Macau, D. W. Cepero, A. Grandal, 0. Garcia, B. Moreno.

Coach Jose Roca diagrams a last minute play during a time out that will give Belen the victory

Marcus Macau goes coast to coast for one of his easy baskets.

Date Vs. Result

llj24-25/92Naples

12/2

12/4-2/17

12/8·1/28

2/5/93

2/8·2/20

Alfred Grandal breaks the South Miami press with another of his precise passes.

Omar Travieso elevates over everybody to increase the ine lead over South Miami.

Floor leader, Bert Moreno looks upcourt to ignite a Wolverine fast break.

OVERALL RECORD

A.C.C. Conference Champions

Eduardo Cepero changes direction while looking for another shot.

Eduardo Cepero takes his man to the hoop and scores!

All Star Marcos Macau puts up a pretty foul shot as J. V. teammate Omar Travieso watches.

Belen Marcos Macau and Eduardo Cepero prepare to pete in the A. C. C. game.

Determined to take the winning shot, Wauwie drives the ball down court.

UP AND COMING HOOPSTERS

he Junior High basketball team entered its season under their experienced head coach Carlos Barquin, director of the Athletics Department in Belen.

A dozen players made up the roster, chosen after a brief trial period of two weeks, when they learned the fundamentals of the game so well that it led them to a great season. The five starters included Eddy Cepero (guard), Eddy Mendoza (forward), Aldo Calderin (center), Jose Rasco (forward), and their most valuable player Marcos Macau (guard).

The season consisted of a total of 16

games versus 7 other teams, which they played twice. They ended their season with an outstanding record of 15 1. Winning their final district game to St Agatha 35-30 proved to be one of the team's many highlights. Belen placed 1st overall in the ranking and sent two of their best players (Eddy Mendoza and Marcos Macau) to the All Star Game.

Coach Barquin summed up the year by stating, "I didn't think it was going to be that hard, but alllO players gave 100°/o and we were determined to be the best."

- Jorge Pelegrin

Right to Left Eddie Canto, Oscar Fernandez, Alexis Calderin, Carlos Gonzalez, Seyed MoghanL Mike SanBonilla, Michael Mena, Jose Rasco, Michael Castillo, tos, Eduardo Mendoza, Marcos Macau Mark Munoz, Eduardo Cepero, Jose Valdez, Aldo

A STROKE IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION

The long hard hours of training paid off for the 1992 Belen Swlm Team. The team ended their undefeated season with their fifth consecutive District Championship, a second place finish at the County Championships and, a ninth place State finish along with four Ali-County members and one AD-American.

The swim team started the season off' with the County Championship better known as the Dade County Youth fair Meet. Belen fell short of first, despite triple winner Andy de Angulo's victory in the 200 Medley Relay by .02 one-hundredths of a second over Ransom.

Belen next faced a deep Ransom Team in the long awaited dual-meet. After small victories over Miami Country Day and Pace, the team prepared for the big one. The Ransom meet set the tone for the following meet, the team's biggest of the year- Districts.

At Districts, Belen blew away the field with a 37 point victory over second place Ransom. Belen swept the

relays with big wins in the free relays and another dose win in the 200 Medley Relay where Belen won by only .13 one-hundredths of a second. Again the team was led by quadruple winner Andy de Angulo, triple winner .Enrique Sanchez and double winners Alex Cordero and Gus Membiela Along with these Belen also qualified Nestor Menendez, George LeBert, eddie Placer, and Ranier Leon for the State meet.

The ninth place finish at state ended a great season for tbe 1992 Swlm Team and was also the last high school meet for seniors Bnrlque Sanchez, Alex Cordero and Andy de Angulo, who finished third and fourth in the 100 breaststroke and 50 freestyle and ninth twice In Relays along with Cordero, Sanchez, and Memblela.

The three Seniors led the swim team to another winning season and all will end their careers with competitive college swimming. Congratulations to the 1992 Belen Swlm Team.

- Bnrlque Sanchez

Top Row: Coach Kirk Peppas, Alex Cordero, Gustavo M enibiela, Enri q u e Sanch ez, Andy De Angulo, Robert Caracol.

Bottom Row: Geor ge LeBert, Ray Rasco, Rei ner Leon, Eddy Placer, and Fernando Diaz Cruz.

Team captain Andy de Angulo shows his leadership by advising a fellow teammate.

District champ Enrique Sanchez leaves the competition in his wake. Enrique Sanchez goes for the gold.

RECORD

Coach Peppas discussing strategy with his winning team.

All-American "Stud" Andy de Angulo powers his way to one of his many victories. ·

Alexander Castellanos takes another breath en route to another Belen victory.

Junior Varsity team members gather to celebrate an impressive relay win.

Seconds before slicing into the frigid water, Belen's water babies demonstrate their winning form.

RE ORD

LEARNING TO BECOME CHAMPIONS

he Junior High Swim Team, under the guidance of former Belen swimmer, Robert Caragol, ended their season with a sixth Consecutive Junior High County Championship. In order to achieve this continuous level of excellence, the swimmers had to dedicate many hours of their time to swimming. The swimmers practiced one and a half hours a day, five days a week, every week from September to November.

The Junior Varsity Swim Team once more won the County Championship and defeated arch-rival Palmetto Junior High. The J.V. Swim Team was lead by swimmers Eric de Angulo, Eddie Vadia, Eric Mayo, Femando Goudi, Ricky Racco, and Gus Abanza. With continuous practice by retuming members, the Swim Team will have continuous success and hopefully another County Championship} - Enrique Sanchez

Back row: Coach K. Peppas; R. Marquez; G. Abuanza; E. De Angulo; C. Navarette; E. Mayo; C. de Solo; coach R. Caragol

E. Vadia; C. Rivera; M. Jimenez

Middle row: E. Perez; P. Riveron; R. Rasco; F. Goudie;

Front row: M. Menendez; M. Aguilo; V. Soler; R. Llama; J. Gomez; 0. Menendez

GRAPPLERS WERE PINNING IT ALL ...

TOGETHER

he 1992-1993 Belen Wrestling team was marked by superb individual efforts throughout a tough season. The wrestlers had to combine skill, quickness, endurance, strength, technique, and power to defeat their vile adversaries. The culmination of these qualities was embodied in the infamous "fearful four"; junior Andres Vidal and seniors J. J. Alemany, Carlos Armada, and Jorge caso. These grapplers, with their equally talented teammates, forged their team unity in the sweat of the intense afternoon practices they were subjected to. Often spending over three hours in the Belen cafeteria, with the heater spewing forth dry, hot air, with layers of clothing on to attempt to shed a few last pounds - in these surreal conditions these men sacrificed their time and enelltY for the reward of competing at the varsity level.

YeT the feeling of victory achieved in the sport is not easily matched. Each wrestler is solely responsible for each of his bouts, when his hand is raised ln the center of the mat he knows he defeated his opponent through his own hard work and determination. The true meaning of the sport could be best understood as spoken by head coach Amaury Castillo " this Is nothing more

than a fight with rules."

Apart from the four veteran wrestlers mentioned above, the team received added help from a few, bright future stars. Victor Osle and Orlando Cicllia proved to be formidable opponents as sophomores. Freshmen Rick Campo and Oscar Arellano filled in tough roles as first year wrestlers as did gutsy eil!hth-grader Nardy Careaga. The heart and soul of the learn, though, was rookie 1unlor Javi Hermida, who surprised everyone with his beart and determination.

Andres Vidal had another outstanding season. He went undefeated in all scheduled meets and won districts, placed third in regtonals, and qualified to the state meet for the third time in a row. J. J. Alemany had a strong record, accomplishing " my li(oal (which was ] to outwrestle and outmuscle anyone tfiey put in front of me." Carlos Armada, wrestling successfully ln his second season added " I felt I was better than anyone I fought, for all the hard work in practice paid off." Jorge Caso also did well in his third varsity year. He summed up the season with a short phrase, "practice was hell, the matches were hell, but in the end it was all worth it.

-JorgeCaso

From left to right: Top Row: Coach Amaury Castillo, Rick Campo, Victor Osle, Jorge Caso, Carlos Armada, J. J. Alemany, Javier Hermida, Coach Miguel Alvarez.

Bottom Row: Andres VidaL Javier Serret Nardy Carreaga, Oscar Arellano, Orlando Cicilia, Jorge Calleja. Not Pictured: Randy Egues, Jose Vidal.

Orlando Cicilia (125 lbs.) aces, but his opponent is the cipient of much pain during a tense bout.

Senior J. J. Alemany (140 lbs.) was a particularly fierce competitor, a fact this Pace opponent would have liked to know before the match.

RECORD

Date Vs. 12/4/92 Dade Christian

12/8/92 North Miami Beach

12/11/92 Curley

1/5/93 Curley

1/8/93 Coral Shores, Pace

1/12/93 Ransom Everglades

1/15-16f93Palm Coast Tournament 1/19/93 St. Thomas Aquinas 1/20/93 American Heritage 1/28/93 Pace

2/3/93 Cardinal Neuman, Spanish River T,L 3rd 2/13/93 Districts Record 4-7-1

Victor Osle (135 lbs.) flexes for the camera while overturning a typical Pace fish.

Jorge Caso (160 lbs.) didn't like wasting time during matches, he made sure to make quick work of this adversary by him in the first minute.

throughout

Andres Vidal (112lbs.) was feared

Dade County, not many people, including this poor sap, lasted very long against him.

An airborne Eduardo Cepero pares for a spike.

RECORD

Date(s) Vs. Result

9/23- St. Agnes w-w

10/12

9/30- Immaculate Conception w-w

10/19

10/5- Holy Family w-w

10/21

10/17- St. Theresa w-w

10/26

10/30 All-Day Tournament W(9) 17-0 UNDEFEATED

A single Varsity game was played during the first semester this year. One of the team's stand out setters, Leo Caraballo is seen here going after a low flying ball.

In Jordanesque style, Senior Emesto Erdmann concentrates on a set going his way as Leo provides the fake.

Marco Botero blasts a hard jump serve across the net.

Marcos Macau shows bis cable form after scoring for Belen.

SERVING UP SOME HARD COURT WIZARDRY

f there is one word to describe the Belen junior high volleyball team, "awesome" would be it. Following in the footsteps of the '8"9 team, this very talented team was able to go undefeated. With the help of a coach such as Julie Bortamati, the team was able to put their talent together and have a great season. With tlie help of all-stars such as Marcos Macau, Aldo Calderin the team was able to defeat arch-rivals Immaculate Conception and St. Agnes. Other all-stars who contributed to the team were Wawi Cepero and' Dave Hernandez. The team was also helped strongly by the contribution of a deep

and well rounded bench that performed to their utmost when the team was in need of relief.

The Wolverines faced the two so called power houses of the conference, and defeated both in extraordinary victories. The team was able to win the All-Dade tournament by defeating nine schools back to back. Accordlng to Marcos Macau "compared to other teams I've played with in Belen this has been the best one yet.'' Eddy Careno added that ''even though had a lot of fun when it was time for the games we were serious and gave it our all.'' . - Rudy Hernandez

Left to Right, Top Row: David Hernandez, Robert Zurita, Marcos Macau, Aldo Calderin, Marco Cotero, Eduardo Cepero,

Front Row: Nicholas Ayaia, Eduardo Espino, Michael Clorent, Marco Ciocca, Raphael Couret, Eduardo reno.

SKILLED IN THE ART OF SCORING

his year's season was a success in different ways. The team itself overcame many . obstacles. One of these obstacles was injuries. Some of the people that were injured were goalies Luis Martinez, David Valdes, and John Llovett. Mter overcoming some of its problems, the team be-: gan to show some of its potential. This year's team was the first team in Belen's history to ever beat a 4A soccer team (Homestead). The team also had an excellent game against state ranked Curley.

As Coach Chao was interviewed, he had many comments to say about the team. He began by talking about the things that held the team back. He talked about how the three varsity goalies were injured, and how

few players returned from last year Mter this, the coach talked about some of the positive things that happened. He began by saying how the J. V. goalies did an excellent · job, and how all the other J. V. players also did a good job. The coach also said that the seniors - Captain David rru.Jillo, Frank Trujillo, Kevin Crew, Luis Saladrigas, Daniel Suniga, Jose Leon, Mqte Garcia, John Llovett, Luis Martinez and David Valdesdid an excellent job. The coach also moved on to say that the team progressed much from the beginning in which they lost three of the first five games, and then towards the end, how the team won the last six of ten games. Finally Coach Chao concluded by saying "Empesaron veinte y dos nino& y termtnaron veinte y dos hombres."

From left to right (Top Row): David Valdez, Ricky Caporal, Kevin Crew, Michael Garcia, John Llovet, Frank Trujillo, Jose Leon, Danny Suniga, Jose Tomas, Luis Martinez.

(Bottom Row): Damien Bolumio, Alex Diarmendi, Gaby Moran, Huberto Venegas, Alex Veloso, Jorge Pupo, David Trujillo, Rudy Hernandez.

RECORD

Gaby Moran caught delivering other picture perfect pass.

Danny Suniga

Bolumio

Garcia

Led by Luly Diaz and Mirta reras, the junior varsity squad makes sure the whole school "understands this groove."

J.V. Team Captain Luly Diaz does her best impression of a gangster "gunning down" the rest of the squad.

Both the

and

squads anxiously await "showtime."

ROSTER Varsity Cheerleaders Varsity

Cheerleaders Monica Martinez and Debbie

up."

Varsity

J.V.

Stacey Alonso and Mayra Artze do the famous "shake it" while Ebb Alvarez tries to get the crowd more involved.

Sonom get the Wolverines "fired

WHEN IT COMES TO OUR GIRLS, WE CAN'T GET ENOUGH

t's not very often that we give credit to our cheerleaders. No strangers to the word

dedication, these young ladies spend countless hours practicing cheers. jumps, - and stunts. They are, without a doubt, great motivators on the sidelines cheering on the wolverines to victory. The cheerleaders started their 1992· 93 season off on the right foot by winning "most im· proved" In the NCA cheerleading camp All the members were excited about their accompUshment and team captain Susan Alonso had this to say "We wo rked really hard during the summer and those long hours of practice flnaUy paid off, I'm happy for the whole squad."

This year's squad not only put in the long hours for practice but for fundralsing events as well. This group of talented ladles help put o n Belen's first Valentines day production. Their rendition of famo us couples proved to be very entertaining and the play would no t have been the same without them.

The groups new moderator/coach Ms. Miriam Her·

nandez started midway through the season but the girls were not shy about saying how much they appreciate her. Ms. Hernandez' feelings were mutual and she had this to say about her squad, "I have a great time working with them, their fun , full of energy, and I love to be around them. After working with young men the entire day, worldng with the young ladles gives me the best of both worlds "

To better prepare themselves for the challenges of next year, both the varsity and junior varsity squads have already been selected They have begun daily practices and attend the "Cheer f'actory'' (a weekly workshop which enables them to perfect their jumps and somersaults) Other projects are in the works as well, but the most promising looks to be a campfcllnic In which the cheerleaders will offer their talents to elementary school girls aspiring to become better cheerleaders.

ENRIQlm LOPEZ

Varsity Cheerleaders huddle-up for a group photo. They are; top row: Adrian Sainz, Samantha Mezcua,

Marlene Lopez, Monica Martinez. Bottom row: Susan and Stacey Alonso, Myra Artze, Debbie Sonnom

ROUGH , TOUGH , AND GAINING SOME VITAL EXPERIENCE

hen describing the '93 ine J V. s o ccer team i t can b e s aid that it was basically a building year for the p r ogram. Although their overall was 3 and 5, the talent exposed on the field give great hope for the Belen pro gram in the future. When asked what he thought of the year and his expectations for the future , co ach Pablo Taquechel said, " Though I believe the team had a good season , gr eat things may be expected o f them in th e future.' ' He also went on to say tha t o ne of the main reasons why the team' s r ecord was not as good as it could have been , is that many of the

better players from the J V. squad were moved up to play Varsity due to their shortage of players. He stated that as time passes th e teamwork will improve and will be reflected on their record. When asked what he thought of the team and its future , eighth grader Danny Arenas said, " I eqjoyed the season very much, and with some time I believe we will have one of the best soccer teams in Bel en history." In a wrap up , I urge you to look out for the Wolverine soccer gram as th ey build on their winning tradition

- Erik Gonzales

Left to Right: Bottom Row: Benjamin Rodriguez, Eric van den Branden, Francisco Ruiz, Alfred Gutierrez, Daniel Arenas, Alfredo Socorro, Ricky Perez, Gabriel Diaz, Javier Trujillo, Armando Vazquez

Top Row: Tony Ullivari, Robert Armengol, David menez, Francisco Sanchez, Luis Arazola, Gaston La" cayo, Marco Botero, Carlos Lopez, Luis Elizondo, Eduardo Vivas, Martin Powers, Mr. Taquechel

RECORD

Date Vs. Result

12/'2/9'2 St. Thomas L 12/10/9'2 Columbus L 1/9/93

L 1/'2'2/93

Record3·5

Luis Arrazola shows how hard he's working by the expression on his face.

the offense downfield.

Marco Botero leaves the defender in the dust and moves in for the kill.

Danny Arenas shows us his Pele style kick as three defenders stand in amazement.

Ricky Reyes fights off the defender and sets up

Danny Arenas turns on the world class speed to chase down the loose ball.

Demonstrating the power and form that helped make his Senior season successfuL Rodrigo Mantica takes aim for a forehand passing shot against Pine Crest.

Senior Erik Gonzalez volleys another crisp, slicing forehand over the net for a winner.

Date Vs. Result

2/ll/93 Key West w

2/17-4/5 St. Brendan W,W

2/19/93 La sane w

2/25/93 Coral Shores w

3/3/93 Miami Christian w

3/8/93 Curley-Notre Dame L

3/10 -4/7 Pace w, w

3/15-3/31 Hebrew Academy W,W

3/18/93 Pine Crest L

3/22/93 Miami Country Day L

3/24/93 Palmer Trinity w

3/29/93 Ransom-Everglades L

4/21-4/24 District 8AAA 4th Record 11-4

Most improved player, Dan Fernandez, lowers the boom on his unsuspecting Pace opponent.

District 8AAA Doubles Champions Dan Fernandez and Joe De Vera regrouping after winning a doubles point.

Freshman Joe De Vera may still be young, but opponents are already wary of his outstanding game.

THE SWEET STROKE OF SUCCESS

nother year has passed and again the Varsity Tennis team has provided for itself an excellent season. All starters returned from the 91-92 season, including Dan Fernandez, the most improved player. He moved up from number seven singles to number four, playing so well that he was able to reach the finals of the district tournament. The team was led by Senior Eric Gonzalez, who ended his four year Belen career as the number one singles and doubles player. He was also named "most valuable player" in his Senior and Junior years. At the number two position the team proved to be very strong with Freshman Joseph De Vera. Although still young, this tried varsity veteran already had three years experience under his belt. This experience proved valuable as he teamed with Danny Fernandez to win the District 8AAA title at number two doubles. They managed to pull this out with style, as the first two sets were split and they were down 1·5 in the third and deciding set. Yet with sheer determination and the spirit to win they were able to win 7-6 in that third set. This win made them only the fourth and fifth players in Belen history to win a district championship. Over-

all the team improved their showing from last place last year to fourth among the thirteen schools participating this year.

Rounding out the top positions on the team this year were Rodrigo Mantica and Joaquin Avino, who both had excellent seasons and provided a great showing at districts. And of course no team can be successful without a first-rate group of reserves Ours included Javi Carreno, Jonathan De Vera, Armando Vasquez, Chris Rosario, and Carlos Azaret.

With all this young talent and plus the fact that only two seniors are lost, a positive outlook could be predicted for the future of this team.

- Eric Gonzalez

Th e Varsity T ennis te am lines up fo r a t eam pho t o. They are fro m l eft to ri ght top ro w : C o ach Pat rick Collins , Eric Go nzalez, J oe D e V era , J o aquin Avin a,

Dan Fernand ez, a nd Ro drigo Ma ntica Botto m row, kn eeling : J a vier Carreno, Jonathan D e Vera, and Armand o Va squez.

es.

SERVING UP SOME WINNERS

If the sole measure of success in a sport Is the win-loss record, then the Belen Junior High Tennis Team did not have a successful year at 1 win and 4 loss-

However, in all that truly matters about athletics as an instrument of character development-effort, the spirit of competition, and unwavering good manners in victory and defeat - this team of Junior High Tennis players had a championship season. The team learned to take graciously and in the one win we had the players treated the impostor of victory just the same.

With seven 8th graders on the Junior

High Team: Ricky Teran, Raft Villoldo, Marco Ciocca, Arturo Balandra, Andy Rodriguez, Ricky falero and Alex Torra, the Varsity Team next year will have a great deal of talent to draw on.

Sixth graders Chris Rodriguez-Jaile and Luis Quintana will fortunately be back for two more years of Junior High, but they too might be headed for Varsity as they are very determined players.

The #1 Player and Most Valuable Player for 1993 is Jonathan De Vera. He is already on the Varsity Team and is certainly aiming to be one of the school's very best players. With brother Joe, the De Vera's are keeping the tradition of excellent tennis at Belen alive and strong!

Bottom: L. Quintana, A. Rodriguez, R. Falero, A. Torra. Top: Coach P. Collins, J. De Vera, R. Teran, R. Villoldo, c. Rodriguez-Jaile, M. Ciocca, A. Balandra.

Jonathan De Vera digs deep with a backhand to keep a point alive.

Andy Rodriguez shows his winning form on his forehand.

Ricky Terran and Marco Ciocca at the net are unstoppable.

Ricky .Falero and Luis Quintana team up to demolish their competition.

Christopher Rodriguez-Jane softly volleys a winner.

Felipe and Coach Cartayai-Wrves consult about the team's overall score against Ransom.

! Seventh grader Frank Ditriz putting in som\e points for Belen.

I RECORD

3/2 &3/25

3/4

3/11

Senior Francisco Paredes watches as his tee shot from Granada's fifth hole travels three hundred twenty two feet.

Eighth grader Rene Barasoain gives his putt a little "body English" to persuade it to go into the hole.

Junior Felipe Aspillaga blasts a long drive down the Granada fairway.

A LACK OF EXPERIENCE LED TO MAJOR TROUBLE ON THE FAIRWAYS

Ask anyone who plays the game - How do you get better at golf? The answer will always b e the same practice and ex perience. With the exception of two players , francisco Paredes and Felip e Aspillaga, this year's golf team lacked much in the area of experience and, due to the destruction left from the hurricane, practice time was hard to get. These two factors contributed a difficult year for our team.

On the bright side, with the exception of the above mentioned players, an of our team members are in middle school Mrs. M E. Cartaya·Wrves said, " This gives m e hope that in a coupl e of years our team will

be able to rank in Dade County with the likes of Miami Country Day and' Curley .'' The fact that none of these less expe· rienced players ever gave up also shows the character of these y oungsters Frankie Paredes provided leadership and was able to place well in all the competitions. He will be sorely missed next year when the team will be count· ing on Junior Felipe Aspillaga to guide them through the hard times Felipe showed that he is a consistent young talent who must be taken seriously when i t comes to the game of kings. So, we look to the future with hopes that these wolverines can perform better next year.

Rodolfo Font, Rene Barasoain, Frank Dutriz, Coach Cartaya-Wrves, Francisco Paredes, and Felipe Aspillaga.

THESE GUYS WERE UNBEATABLE

he 1993 Track and field season was one of many highs and just as many lows. The pre-season expectations were very high and the team returned so much talent from last year's team that this team was being billed as the best ever.

The grade demon started working its black magic and the team slowly lost its depth and experience. Before the season began the team's top distance runner, a key 400 meter runner and a very important shot and discus thrower were declared academically ineligible. At the mid-semester grading period, the team really lost its heart and soul by losing its top 4 long an!1 triple jumpers, the top 2 high jumpers, top 2 4oo-meter runners, top hurdler, and 2 basketball players who quit the team right before the district championship.

The 6 remaining seniors raised this team from

the ashes and still managed a very successful season. The team went undefeated in all dual, triangular and quadrangular meets and ended the season with 14 wins and 0 losses.

The team also captured its fifth District Title in the last seven years and was also the school's 2nd 3A District Track Title. lggy Garcia, Javier Taboas and Oscar Vazquez were consistent winners and several underclassmen rose up and did an outstandingjob.

Coach Stuart and Coach Barquin would like to thank all the parents who helped out this season. Congratulations Iggy Garda, State Cbampl Special Recognltlon District 16 3A Champions fifth District Championship in past 7 yearsl State Quallfiers

Ignacio Garcia - Pole Vault Javier Tabaas - lh mile, 1 mile

Varsity Track Roster

Front Row: R. Guerra, F. Ruiz, A. Paredes, R. Souto, E. Montalvo, A. Vazquez, J. Schwartz, 0. Riaz, L. Abaunza, M. Powers, J. Calienes, J. Flores, E. Muelle.

Middle Row: M. Saez, D. Rodriguez, R. Menendez, D. Zumarraga, F. Aguel, E. Rodriguez, D. Sanchez-Gallaraga, A. Mantecon, J. Caballero, A. Castellanos, E. Santa-Cruz, C. Castillo, F. Tudela, M. Powers, A. Pertierra.

Track and Field

Back Row: J. Llovet, J. Varona, T. Mesa, J. Solares, B. Rodriguez, M. Cabrera, A. Arrieta, J. Rodriguez, C. Gonzalez, J. Sobrado, H. Kurenuma, S. Giralt, R. Morales, J. C. Morales, E. Salinero, E. Gomez, F. Digon, I. Garcia, J. C. Digon, R. Armengol, T. Cieresko, D. Jimenez, D. Bou, A. Gomez-Pina, 0. Vazquez, R. Sanders, A. Blanco, J. Taboas.

OVERALL RECORD

14-0 District 16-3A Champions

Javier Taboas and David Jimenez stride out to the lead in the mile Senior Joshua Caballero practices run. his break from the blocks.

Coach Barquin discusses the best strategy to use in the field events.

One of two, Frank Digon flies down the triple jump runway.

Part II J. C. Digon easily clears 5'8" on the high jump bar.

Coach Richard Stuart explains some strategy to

D. Morales, G. Boucugnani, E. Cepero, M. Macau, V. Cartaya, and N. Botero.

E. Cepero stretches out to get a better score.

A. Mantecon and E. Montalvo blast to the front of the pack in their distance run.

A. Calderin passes off the baton to R. Pierson during their relay race.

Back: Coach R. Stuart, R. Pearson, G. Masvidal, G. Bucugnani, J.P. Fernandez, M. Ciocca, M. Pascual, J. Casanas, D. Morales, D. Lara, and Coach J. Roca. Middle: M. Macau, M. Botero, A. Calderin, A. Aguirre, R. Alonso, D. Llorente, and C. Melo.

Front: E. Cepero, A. Mantecon, M. Godoy, V. Cartaya, E. Guzman, I. and G. Alonso.

Not present - E. Montalvo and M. Llanes.

V. Cartaya on his way to yet another tory in the hurdles.

M. Macau vaulting to a personal best in the high jump.

Team learns to overcome ADVERSITY

osing only three seniors from last year's team; expectations for the 199.3 Varsity Baseball team were high. Despite having to play against 4-A public schools. state ranked teams, and one nationally ranked team, the Wolverines had a winning season for the first time since 1990. The team also won the championship game of the South Miami Classic Tournament which consisted of all 4-A schools.

The Wolverines not only showed that they knew how to play baseball and win; they also showed that they knew how to deal with adversity and find a way to overcome it. This was evident when seven players from the team had to be released because of the 1.5 G.P.A rule of the Florida High School Athletic Association. Even though the baseball team lost key players such as Lorenzo "Lolo" Puentes, Benny "Psycho" Carmona, Nick "The Dog" AI· varez, and Mario Diaz, they kept winning and it appeared that the Wolverines never lost a beat. "The team could have gone either way; however we took a positive step and never lost focus and direction. Also the younger guys stepped up," stated assistant coach E. J. Hansen. Senior

Benny Carmona expressed his feelings: "I was in a state of shock and disappointment because it was my last year and I wasn't going to be able to participate, but I know that the only person to blame is me."

,. The team was led by the two Seniors Adrian " EI Papo " Sainz and Albert "Golden Boy" Acuna. Each hit well over .400 and turned in solid defensive games, as well as much needed leadership. Jose " Hutch" Corral was the team 's spark. he supplied speed on the base paths and in the outfield with a shotgun for an arm. The surprise of the team was the young pitcher Freshmen Ernie "Boy Wan· der" Bascuas. Ernie pitched unbelievable games against Key west and South Miami "A lot of g ood things can be expected fro m this youngster in the future," says coach Victor Hernandez. During the later part of the season, Marcello Llorente and Frank Tamargo played beyond expectations to help the team tremendously. This year's team was abl e to deal with adversity and still be successful. Third baseman Adrian Sainz commented, "At the beginning of the year each player struggled to find his role, but towards the second half of th e season the team blended into a unit."

na, Coach Anthony Aguirre. Bottom row: Javier Placer, Hector Batista, Jose Corral, Lorenzo Puente, Javier Cantens, Marcelo Llorente, Anthony Garcia, Ernie Bascuas. (Not pictured: Adrian Sainz).

The Varsity Team lines up for their team photo. From left to right top row: Coach Victor Hernandez, Luis Vigo, Ricardo Perez, Benny Carmona, Mike Angles, Nicolas Alvarez, Alan Gomez, Mario Diaz, Albert Acu·

Senior Adrian Sainz rounds third on his way to scoring another run for Belen, which was on its way to defeating the 7th ranked team in 4A, West Orange.

Senior Benny Carmona hams it up before a game.

Senior Albert Acuna prepares to rip another hit against Pine Crest.

Junior Lorenzo Puentes takes a ball against an intimidated West Orange pitcher.

First baseman Benny Carmona scoops up the ball to get the ner out.

Lorenzo Puentes agonizes with effort while showing his speed.

Freshman Tony Garcia charges on a bunt.

Sophomore Javi Cantens throws some heat against an inferior squad.

Freshman Richard Negret relaxes in the dugout after an excruciating inning of play.

Freshman Ernie Bascuas relaxes between innings.

Marcelo Llorente swings against Coral Gables

Junior Alan Gomez prepares to face another batter in the championship game of the South Miami Classic.

The team relaxes after a hard fought victory.

RULERS OF THE DIAMOND

he Junior Varsity members started thinking Baseball Team had a that it would be the same disappointing sea- kind of season as Junior son. This was expected to High Baseball when the be · one of the best teams team went undefeated (19Belen ever had, but the 0), but a tough loss against Wolverines didn't prove Pace started the team on a this on the field. Mter a 6 downslide from which it and 0 start, some team never recovered.

Bottom row: 0. Benitez, L. McMillan, E. Perez, M. Pose, A. Martinez, A. Raton, A. Vega, L. Diaz, G. Rodriguez, 0. Garcia, D. Llerena, C. Rodriguez, A. Diaz. Coach Hernandez.

Top row: A. Martinez, M. Angles, R. Negret, J. Toledo,

OVERALL RECORD 13-11

A. Martinez, D. Llerena, R. Negret, A. Delgado, L. McMillan, M. Angles and C. Rodriguez enjoy some free E. Perez blasts a homerun over the A. Diaz takes a mighty cut at a time between double headers. left field fence. fastball.

Jose Toledo and Andres Martinez Relax guys, this is just practice. discuss the strategy that will take them to a victory.

It's off to the races for these bers of the Junior High baseball team. They are R. Xiques, J. Lopez, 0. Fernandez, A. Aguirre, R. mez, R.

and

OVERALL RECORD 9·2·1

A.C.C. Champions

Couret,

J. Lopez.

Raul Gomez tries to stretch out a double.

Oscar Fernandez fouls one off the top of his bat.

The dugout is a relaxing place when you are winning.

Right hander Jorge Valdez shows why he's "THE MAN."

YOUNG, STRONG, AND TALENTED

(;Jespite returning only two starters from last year's squad, the 1993 Jr. High Baseball Team continued a great winning tradition finishing the season with a 9-2 and 1 record.

The team combined excellent pitching and defense with timely hitting, to outclass its opponents. Javier L6pez, Mike Castillo, Ralph Couret, and Andres Aguirre were the team's leading hitters, and the pitching staff led by Richard Xiques (4-1) and Jorge Valdes-Vaile (2-Q) ended the season with a 1.35 ERA.

The only team to defeat the Wolverines was St. Timothy 4 to 1, but in the re-

match Belen averaged this loss winning4to 2.

The deciding game for the Conference title was an extra inning thriller against St. Agatha at the Belen field. Early in the game the Wolverines built a 4 to 0 lead, but St. Agatha came back to tie the game 7-7 after the regulation seven innings. In the eighth, St. Agatha scored a run but Mike castillo's clutch hit in the bottom of the inning tied the game once again.

Congratulations to the entire team for another season of excellencel

Bottom: R. Xiques, K. Vega, R. Couret R. Gomez, F. nandez, J. Lopez, J. Valdez, M. Castillo, A. Aguirre, R. Tur, A. Socorro, T. Baret. Mendez, and Coach Fraga. Top: Coach J. Martinez, C. Ruiz, J. Lopez, 0. Fer-

BABY WOLVERINES PLAYED AGGRESIVE

As always, the 6th grade baseball team lacked ex· perlence. But their performance was better than their record had shown. They started off to a prom· Ising season, defeating St. Kevin and arch-rival St. Brendan and playing St. Agatha to a draw. The

second half of the season was a disappointment, losing to St. Kevin and St. Brendan. Even with a .:5· .:5·1 record the baby wolverines played aggressive and with a lot of heart Hghtlng to the very end They were led by shortstop Marlo Pascual and the second baseman Alex Ugarte, who provided for the team leaden;hlp needed to produce a good ball dub. The outHeld led by Alex Serna , proved that it would be a force to reckon with in the future The speed and aggressiveness of the outftelders provided sorry endings for the opponents.

The main problem the six grade baseball team faced was Its lack of depth in pitching 'The team had outstanding hitters, but lacked the pitching needed ," said Coach Fraga. The lack of pitching plagued the team for the rest of the season The hitting Is what brought the team around, led by Alex Ugarte (.547), Marlo Pascual (.4.:56), and Alex Serna (.405); it proved to be a great asset to the team. Despite the ups and downs the team faced, it looks like they have a promising future. - Jose " Pep" Elizondo

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Victor Pelaez gets ready to blow a fastball by a St. Kevin hitter.

Alex Ugarte shows perfect form in his batting stance.

Players gather around Coach Eduardo Fraga. This years team was composed of: Buch Buchanan, Chris Jaile, Victor Pelaez, Alex Ugarte, Mario Pascual, Eric Mauri, Alex Serna, Ciro Orizondo, Alex Rey, Ricky Corona, Alex Llama, Gabriel Gonzalez, Angel Junquera, Gabriel Costa, Wabie Gonzalez, and Albert Carrillo.

After a Great Year a Time to . ..

CeLeBRATE

The parents, coaches and participants i n all Junior High sports gathered on the night of May 17th to celebrate another great year in sports for Belen. Coach Barquin expressed his gratitude and admiration for the efforts that produced an A. C. C. school 1st place trophy. Marcos Macau and Alex Mantecon were the big winners as they were awarded best athlete and best allaround for this school year.

Alex Mantecon and Marco Macau pose with their well deserved phies.

1. Botero, R. Villoldo, M. Ciocca, I. A. Socorro, and C. les ham it up for the cameras as hey collect their certificates.

f. Cartaya receives his certificate rom Coach Roca.

Emilio Guzman, Gaby Gonzalez and Mario Pascual receive their certificates.

A TIME FOR REFLECTION

Belen's best Andres De Angulo, berto Acuna, and Javier Taboas with their trophies.

The Varsity wrestling team ing their awards.

All-American, Andres De 1,\ngulo receives congratulations from his coach and friend Mr. K. Peppas.

Belen Athletic Director Carlos Barquin addresses the athletes.

All-Dade teams voted by area coaches.

Tennis team members getting their certificates and trophies.

State champion pole vaulter Ignacio

receives his State track and field trophy from Coach

Garcia

Barquin.

FACULTY

Throughout the Belen experience, students are taught by a variety of teachers from different backgrounds. These different personalities, however, all strive toward a common goal - to educate and guide their students toward becoming ''Men for Others." From Mr. Frank Pichardo's chemistry labs to Mrs. Mirna Menendez's 8th grade English course, they

share the same goal from Coach Richard Stuart's physical training class to Mrs. M. J. Miyar's advanced humanities course they strive for the same goal Belen's faculty and staff dedicate their time and energy to helping their students prepare themselves for their role as leaders in tomorrow's world.

- CARLOS J. CANINO #63

Father Eduardo Alvarez, Ralph Ledesma and some of the Belen students prepare to distribute the Eucarist for mass.

Father Cartaya and Senior German Guardiola discuss one of the many papers that the observatory generated after the hurricane.

Brother Willy Garcia-Tunon, as always, an active participant in the Belen Pep

Rally.

The most important part of his job, serving the community through Christ, is demonstrated here during one of our many masses.

Reverend Father Marcelino Garcia, S.J. delivering a message to the student body during the Homecoming week pep rally.

Possibly the most difficult part of his job, fund raising for the many different projects at Belen.

PRESIDENT & PRINCIPAL

Father Qarda, I need ••• father OBida, there Is a 'J>!OblED:J · ••• How Is it tha.t one man different types of events and still year our prlndpal and president' lB. .•

rewarding for our chief job Is he said "Nothing. I enJ•oy of my work ••• the strength." Father Qarda's many Umes doesn't end untll·att.er:·9:C)() working on Include ftndfttg project, restructUring Belen's mQll'llllge program for the school. We sh(l•uld: man like Father Oarda with his bands

ASSISTANT PRINCIPALS

THEY'VE GOT THE

Who are these people? A man who lists interests in among other things: classical music, baWe strategies of great generals, collectible quality models, and a Tai:-Chi variation of physicaljpsychologicaJ exercise. A small, energetic lady with a love for all animals but especially Rottweilers, and a desire to travel. A quiet, methodical psychologistjadministrator with a gift for organization and the patience of a saint. A bearded, quick talking Latin who year after year surpasses fundraising goals and motivates even the mostjaded non-believers into believing in his dream. Who are these people? They are the shakers, the movers, the wheels that drive the machine •.. they are our assistant principals.

Mr. Leo Nunez does most of what you and I would consider the tedious work; he deals with all academic related problems. Need a schedule change? Talk to Mr. Nunez. Your credits aren't adding up correctly for graduation? That's right, see Mr. Nunez. These are just the things that we actually see Mr. Nunez doing. He has the obligation of seeing to the smooth running of the school on a daily basis.

Mrs. Grace Acosta, on the other hand, has a more visible area of expertise discipline. Although many times she has to deal with uncomfortable situations, she does so with professionalism and tries her best to be just. Since discipline is one of the major reasons that the parents of Belen students send their sons here, Mrs. Acosta must and does maintain a ftrri1. hand. This possibly comes from training all those champion Rottweilers.

Mr. Brian Wentzel wears many different hats here at Belen. College counselor, planning and development of curriculum, psychology teacher, and Assistant Principal are just some of the titles to he must answer. As if this were not enough, he is also the person you'll be taken to if you ever have an accident because he also pinch hits as •.• you got it, school medic.

Last but not least, Mr. Armando Rodriguez, Assistant Principal for Activities. If you don't know what Armando Rodriguez does at Belen then you haven't been here very long. He's the driving force behind every activity and the Student Council and .•. get the picture?

Who are these people? Just some extraordinary, energetic, overachievers who dedicate their lives to making Belen what it is.

- Jorge Rodriquez

Mr. Leo Nunez poses by his office for his picture.

Mrs. Grace Acosta making one of her many early morning calls to check on absences.

Mr. Brian Wentzel at work at his desk as usual.

Mr. Armando Rodriguez supervising at yet another pep rally.

Attentively waiting for one of her students to finish formulating a question, Mrs. Miyar demonstrates one of the qualities that makes her an excellent teacher her patience.

Humanities and liberal arts yes but athlete as well? Mrs. Miyar shows her somewhat awkward throwing style during Tornbola.

Cambo-Marttnez. Miriam: 7th Mathematics

Barquin, carlos: Athletic Director Physical Education

Campos. Teresa: 8th Mathematics

Cartaya, S. J., Pedro: 11th and 12th Spanish

Casero, Cristina: 9thEngllsh 9th Language Arts

Cartaya-Wrves, Maria Elena: 11th and 12th Spantsh 6th Dtsclplfnarlan

'I'have a strong aesthetic sense," says Mrs. Marie-Jean Miyar, who goes on to profess cultivating a ''love of the beautiful.'' Teacher, humanist, and Classicist, she would have flourished in those civilizations of Greece and Renaissance Italy she enjoys teaching about so much.

Her father was a noted political cartoonist, and her family went on regular outings to art museums. With such surroundings as these, it would have been natural for her to develop a love for artwhich she did, deciding early on to be an architect. She then switched to Art History, obtained her M.A. from Hunter College, and will tell you (with much modesty) that she doesn't think the world lost another Frank Lloyd Wright. Fortunately, the world's loss is Belen's gain. For several years she was the driving force behind ECHOES, and you will now find her teaching one Advanced, and three Junior, Humanities courses. However, when not "method teaching'' or soaking up history books like a

8th Theology Peer Ministry

"Why should we place more importance on math or writing if man painted pictures long before he invented numerals or letters?''

sponge, she is focusing her creative resources on sewing and cooking.

Mrs. Miyar thinks that an understanding of art is integral to a basic education, not only by giving the student the opportunity to see life from a different perspective, but also because contemplation of the beautiful provides man with insight into truth. Creativity is what makes a man unique, she says. Why should we place more importance on math or writing if man painted pictures long before he invented numerals or letters? It is an elegant and convincing argument.

According to her, the first year she taught here provided the most valuable learning experience, helping her find the ability to motivate the unexcited. The unexcited who were motivated (and they are legion) will attest that learning from Mrs. Miyar was one of their most valuable experiences at Belen.

- Marcos Comillot

Teaching with ... ACTIONS

''Theology can be a difficult subject if you don't have the right type of teacher and the right attitude" says Ralph Bonafonte. To make the ideas, actions and writings interesting to teenagers today is a major challenge. The person who accepts this challenge must be prepared to teach through example. Mr Pablo Taquechel is such a teacher. Taque, as many of his students fondly call him, is not only a good teacher, he is also an excellent role model for many of us students. This University of Florida and Barry University graduate is equally at home in the classroom and on the playing fields at Belen. When asked, Mr. Taquechel commented that '' ... coaching soccer at Belen has been a great experience and allowed me to build a spe-

" Coaching soccer at Belen has been a g r eat experience and allowed me to build a special rapport with my students.''

- Mr. Pablo Taquechel

cial rapport with my students.''

Another of Mr. Taquechel's interests is marine biology. He is the moderator of the Belen marine biology club and has a great love for the ocean. Robert Vich said ''Taque loves to take the club on field trips all over Florida. This year we are going to the Museum of Science Aquarium Show, The Discovery Museum of Science in Ft. Lauderdale, and scuba diving to the Keys.'' When asked what he has learned from his interest in marine biology, Taque answered "I've learned that the ocean is that should be greatly respected. Al so tfiat there is a treasure of life to be d i scovered there which must be protected.''

Cleveland, Charles: 9th World History

Collins, Carolyn: Counseling Dept

Collins, Patrick: Fernandez, Raphael: 11th U.S. Government 7th Life Science

Fernandez-Toledo, Guillermo: 8th Theology

Garcia-Tuflon, Guillermo: 7th Th1eolclf!Y

Mr. Pablo Taquechel and Mr. Jorge Martinez seem to be discussing the results of the Homecoming week activities.

Coach Taquechel thinking up a winning strategy for the next game.

Fraga, Eduardo: lOth Health Physical Education

Garland, Edward: 1Oth Geometry

Garcia, Gerardo: 9th

Haibi, Dora: 6th and 7th Spanish

Garcia, Mercedes: 8th Physical Science

Hansen, Eric: Physical Education

A.P.

11th

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Ms. Hernandez contemplating her next question for A.P. ology.

Hernandez, Mtriam: 6th Science

Biology

Herran, Soraya: 7th Geography

Ms. Hernandez surrounded by her adoring A.P. Biology dents.

Hernandez, Pedro A.: 1Oth Biology

and 12th Physics

Holland, Stephen: 11th English Yearbook

Hernandez, Roberto: 11th Economics

ICaza, Charmaine: College Counseling

Hernandez, Sylvia: 9th English

Jimenez, Beatriz: 9th Spanish Speech and Drama

Who is Belen's Coolest Teacher? Well, for quite a few times over the past two years the Belen students have chosen Ms. Miriam Hernandez. She was born right here in Miami and attended St. Brendan High School. After graduating, she attended F.I.U. and at the same time worked parttime in her parents' business, where her primary duties were supervising and overseeing the manufacturing/retail operation. After receiving ·her degree, she eventually arrived at Belen, to teach the A.P. Biology elective, and a few sixth grade classes. After school, she coaches the Belen Cross Country team. In her spare time she enjoys

"She is the type of teacher who allows student input, which enhances the learning process.''

-MANNY MONTEIRO

various outdoor sports, including diving, running, and swimming. When asked what she likes most about Belen, she said, ''the students' attitude toward learning.''

One of her students, Luis Otero, described her as "the type of teacher who allows student input, which enhances the learning process.''

Ledesma, Raphael: Lemus, S. J ., Francisco 1Oth and 11th Spanish Spiritual Counsellor

Leon, Gisela: 9th Spanish

Loepz, Pedro: 12th English

The counselling department has greatly improved over the years at Belen. A major figure responsible for this advancement of the department is Mr. Brian Wentzel. Mr. Wentzel has been a counselor at Belen for 10 years since January of 1983. Prior to his arrival at Belen he received his bachelor's degree from Creighton University. He currently holds a Master's degree from the Miami institute of Psychology. At this time he is working on his doctorate degree from the Institute of Psychology.

Mr. Wentzel's job as a counselor consists of a variety of things, of which college

"Although he is very serious, he is quite good at getting his message across in the classroom.'' Jorge De Mena

counseling has only a very minor part. He also deals with any sort of problem a student may have at home or at school. He also deals with crisis intervention. When asked what he thought about the progression in the counseling field at Belen he said, ''When I first arrived at Belen they basically did not really have a good idea of what counseling was all about, but through the years their idea has greatly improved and it shows.''

- Erik Gonzalez

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Martinez, Jorge: 1Oth History

Menendez, Mirna: 6th English

Mendez, S. J., Oscar: 12th Logic and Thought

Menocal, Ana Marla: 8th Engllsh

employs room.

Always Mr. Wentzel illustrates a point during his daily lectures.

Miyar, Marie Jean: lith and 12th Humanities

Pichardo, Frank: 11th Chemistcy

Naranjo, Brenda: 6th Mathematics

Remis, Mario: 9th Mathematics

S. J., Francisdo:

Roca., Joae: 11th Algebra n

Perez, Jimmy: 9th and lOth Dtscipl1nar1an

Saborto, Teresita: 7th Engllsh

Proud pupil Alfonso Cueto stands next to friend and mentor Ms.

Always prepared, and al· ways able to go that extra step for her classes, Ms. Jimenez displays a Belen book during an interesting lecture.

"Big B" Jimenez.

Vidal, Martha M.: 8th Spanish

Wagener,

Mrs. Beatriz Jimenez has, at one time or another and in different capacities, taught everything from math to science to Spanish. Although her interests are broad, her appreciation for literature was heightened and focused by a particularly outstanding and treasured teacher of the kind every student ought to have. After a decisive trip to Spain, she found her roots and realized what she wanted to do.

Mrs. Beatriz Jimenez comments, ''Being a teacher is the most important honor a person can aspire to." After all she adds, ''Christ was a teacher.'' After moving to Miami from Pennsylvania, she all along

Wentzel, Brlan: 12th eonege Counseling

Zoller,

''Being a teacher is the most important honor a person can aspire to.''

wanted to teach at Belen because of the Jesuit commitment to deeds as well as thought. The man of thought must join with the man of action, she believes- and she illustrates this in her teaching, as well as through prodigious after-school involvement. Questioning things and keeping an open mind are basic objectives of an education, in her view, and she diligently helps bring this about, day in and day out.

MARCOS CORNILLOT KEVIN CREW

Wf111am: 9th Earth Science

Eugene: 8th Civics

Mr. P. Collins, Tennis

Mr. J. Chiao, Soccer

Mr. K. Peppas, Swimming Football and Baseball coaches (Junior Varsity)

Mr. E.J. IIansen, Football and Baseball

Mrs. M. E. Golf

Mr. V. Hernandez, Baseball

Mr. J. Roca, Basketball

Mr. R. Suart, Football and Track and Field

Mr. E. Fraga, Football and Baseball

Mr. J. Martinez, Basketball

More of the Many Who Work Behind the Scene

Mr. Armando Rodriguez

Mr. Leo Nunez

Mr. Brian Wentzel

Mr. Jorge Busse

Mr. Jimmy Perez

Mr. J. Rasco, Mr. Chiao and Mrs. Alday

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Father Jose Maria Izquierdo, S.J.

Assistant Librarian

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Mrs. M. Heman

Mrs T. Garcia

Assistant Registrar

Mrs. E. Gonzalez

Ms. M. Mendizobal

The Cafeteria Staff

Mr. R. Sierra

Mrs. M. Hernandez

Mrs. M. Arcay

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Mrs. T. Garcia

Bookstore Manager

Mrs. Rodriquez

UNDERCLASSMEN

sixth grade anxiety at being the smallest ...

Seventh grade caught in the middle of the junior high . . . Eighth grade uncertainties of graduation and fear of ...

Ninth grade smallest of the high

school . . . Tenth grade no car no girls . . . Eleventh grade pressures for college ... Are there any easy grades? Here in these pages we'll show you our underclassmen, and you decide.

Sophomores Mike Cabrera and Danny Off to the races, how many times in Rodriguez provide service with a smile seven years will they go up and in the tenth graders Tombola booth. down these stairs.

Achong, Raphael J. Alonso, Gian Carlo Arvidson, Jason Scott

Austin, Dylan Patrick Borroto, Roberto Enrique

Brito, Aaron F. BrugaL Christian Michael Buchanan, Edward Andrew Cabada, lleriberto J. Caballero , Gabriel

Carillo, Alberto Agustin Cartaya, Vincent C. Casanas, Jordan Ashley Castro, Erik E. Chaguaceda, Alejandro Manuel

Collings, Eugene Joseph Corona, Ricardo Manuel Costa, Gabriel Adrian Cuervo, Enrique Eugenio Daniels, Jonathan V. K.

Slath Grade lal'all of Cud

COLLECTORS

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Del Campo, Alan Echevarria, George C. Faraco, Carlos Cesar C. Fatemian, Salman Saeed Fernandez De Castro, Alexander

Fernandez, John Paul Fonte, Kristopher Ryan Garcia, Alexis Garcia, Victor A. Albert

Garrote, Alexander William Gonzalez, Gabriel J. Francisco Guzman, Emilio Omar Jacome, Eduardo Jose

Junquera, Angel David Llama, Alejandro Lopez, Daniel Alberto Lopez, Erick

Lopez, Ricardo Lorenzo, Alfredo Loret de Mola, Melchor A. Lucio, Luis Guillermo Malats, Alberto M.

Marchant, Michael Gene Mauri, Eric Armando Millian, Jesus J. Mirambell, AlEiiandro E. Montealegre, Arturo Noel

Montenegro, Daniel Raul Morin, Raul Orlando Orizondo, Ciro Rene Oropesa,RafaelJose Pascual, Mario Ignacio

Pelaez, Victor Jose Perez, Heriberto Quintana, Luis Alfonso Rasco, Juan Carlos

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Rasco, Richard Alexander Rey, Alexander A. Reyes, Michael L. Rodriguez,EricJoseph Rodriguez, Erik Alexander Rodriguez, Felix X. Rodriguez-Jaile, Christopher Ruiz, Eduardo A. Saladrigas, Jorge Alejandro Sanchez, Roger Alexander

Sanjenis, Alexander Thomas Serna, Alexander Suarez, Joseph A. Telleria, Juan Carlos Ugarte, Alejandro

Vazquez, Adrian Veira, Armando Villacorta, Miguel

Von Der Osten, Erimar A.

Abasolo, Bryan Abaunza, Ricardo Gustavo

Acevedo, Jose

Gabriel

Albir, Carlos Esteban Alonso, Gerardo Antonio Alvarez, Alejandro E.

Alvarez, Javier A. Barcia, Carlos Francisco Batista, Frank A. Bellon, Leo A. Berthin, Gabriel Alexander

Bertrand, Michael David

Bonafonte, Alexander Boucughani, Giancarlo

Bowe, Colin Francis Cabrera, Joel Calzada, Nicholas Humberto Camero, Daniel Jorge

Canto, Eduardo Javier Carreno, Jay Anthony Castillo, Miguel Angel Chamorro, Roger Coil, Mauricio Roger Connor, Brendan Berry

Correa, Jose A. Cuenca, Christian Jorge Curbelo, Carlos Luis Debayle, Luis Henry Devera, Jonathon Paul Diaz, Armando

Diaz, Ignacio Jose Diaz, Michael Dieppa, Raymond Diraddo, Gabriel Angel Duquesne, Pedro Idefonso Dutriz, Francisco Ricardo

Elizondo, Juan Manuel Escala, Victor Luis Esquijarosa,Robert Richard Farah, Rafael Fernandez, Alfredo Luis Filgueiras, Rolando

Flores, Francisco A. Font Rodulfo R. Gambino, Gian Luca Garcia, Alexander Garcia, Guillermo Rafael Garcia, Jeffrey Randolph Marcos Javier Godoy, Michael Gomez, Frank Jose Gomez, Javier Gonzalez IL Juan Enrique Gonzalez, Armando F.

Gonzalez, Eduardo Luis Gonzalez, Martin Gonzalez, xavier Enrique Goudie, Fernando Arturo Granda, Javier Alejandro Hernandez, David

Llanes, Mikel Lopez, Edward Alexander Lopez, Javier Asis Lopez, Pablo Ignacio Lopez-Ramos, Aldo Lopez-Santos, Francisco J.

Lorenzo-Luaces, Carlos Marquez, Richard Ryan Martinez, Michael Patrick Martinez, Rayner Masvidal, Gabriel Mena, Michael Oswaldo

Mendez, Mario Ruben Mendez, Ramiro Eduardo

Mit;jans, Aurelio Morales, Diego Martin Munoz, Mark Andrew Navarrete, Christian Andrew

Noa, Joseph A. Peon, Daniel George Pereiras, Alan John Pemas, Francisco Guillermo

Peroldo, Juan Carlos Pierson, Ricardo Alberto

Hernandez, David P. Hew, Jonathan Robert Kurenuma, Kenji Daniel

Raventos, Luis Rene Reyes, Angel Reyes, Jesus E. Rivera II, Luis Emesto Riveron, Philip Andrew Rojas, Mario Emesto

Ruiz, Carlos Javier Ruiz,GabrielMario Sablon, Rodolfo M. Saturn, Jorge Antonio Sanchez, George Alexander Serret, Javier Alejandro

Smi1jies, Charles Philip Victor Jose Souto, Jose E. Suerro, Alexander Herberto Torrens, Jonathan Saul Torrent, Nicolas Emesto

Javier Jorge Raphael Vazquez, Alejandro Oscar Vega, Kevin Vich, Ivan Javier Vidal, Pedro Luis

Pineiro, Michael Anthony Portuondo,RaphaelAndres

Pictu

Valdez, Carlos

Abaunza , Gustavo Amtonio

Acle, Erwin A. Acosta, Calixto

Alfonso

Aguilo, Michael

Edward

Aguirre, Andre J. Alexander, George Gaston

Almeida, Alexander David

Alonzo, Renato Julian Alvarez, Nicolas R. Arenas, Daniel Aviles, Daniel Omar

Ayala, Nicholas

Balandra, Arturo

Banchs, Christian N. Baques, Andres

Barakat, Munir David

Barasoain, Rene Barba, Eduardo Jose

Bared, Anthony

Barros, Jose Manuel

BatHe, Luis Jose Blanco, Erik

Bonilla, Alexis Francisco

Botero, Marco A.

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Cervera, Armando Luis Chaguaceda, Luis Manuel Chamorro, Roberto J. Chica, Manuel Christiansen, Juan Carlos Ciocca, Marco Romano

Conesa, Kristopher Couret, Raphael A. Cozzari, Eduardo Enrique Cuervo, Cesar Manuel

De Angulo, Eric A. De Cardenas, Juan Pablo

De Orozco, Gabriel Jose Diaz, Manolo Jesus Dominguez, Daniel Jose Duboulay, Courtney J.

Calderin, Aldo Enrique Campo, Juan Carlos Careaga, Nardy Carreno, Eduardo M. Carrillo, Pedro Lazaro Cepero, Eduardo

Duran, Ricardo Escalona, Jason Andrew

Escudero, Gabriel Escudero, Samuel Esnard, Francisco Javier Espino, Eduardo Falero, Ricardo 0. Fernandez, Francisco J.

Fernandez, George M. Fernandez, Oscar Stuart Garcia De Los Rios, Juan E. Garcia, Jose A. Garcia, Michael Lazarus Garcia, Ramiro Nicolas

Tunon, Roberto D. Gasteazoro, Rodrigo Gomez, Raul A. Gonzalez, Carlos Andres Guida, Humberto Carlos Guillen, Pablo

Hernandez, Daniel Hernandez, David Alejandro Hernandez, Ignacio Alberto Hernandez, Juan Carlos Hidalgo, Patrick F. Jacome, Daniel Andres

Jimenez, Marcos Laburu, Daniel Martin Landa, Jorge Enrique

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Millian, Gabriel A. Miranda, Omar F. Moghant Seyed M. II

Lanuza, Antonio Carlos Lara, David A. Latour, Nicholas A. Lazcano, Mark A. Llama, Roberto Llamas, Thomas E.

Llorente, Daniel E. Llorente, Michael Lopez, Ivan G. Lopez, Jose E. Macau, Marcos A. Mallo, Erik Nelson

Malo, Philip A. Mantecon, Alexis E. Martinez, Albert E. Martinez, Erik Masters, Mathew M. Masvidal, David R.

Medina, Francisco Melo, Carlos M. Mendoza, Eduardo A. Menendez, Jose R. Menendez, Manuel J Menendez, Oviedo T.

MonchoiL Manuel Ezequiel Montalvo, Erik David Munoz, German Daniel Navedo, Miguel Young Palomino, Joseph Anthony Parlade, Albert Joseph

Patino, Luis Antonio

Penarredonda,Arturo

Sergio Perez, Michael Puentes, Lorenzo Antonio Quesada, Juan Gabriel Quinones, Carlos

Quintana, Andres Eduardo Rasco III, Jose Ignacio Regueira, Javier Manuel Rice, Carlos A. Rico, Alexandre M. Rico, Robert Francis

Riesco, Jonathan Riesgo, Ahmed Rodriguez, Andres C. Rodriguez, Damian Rodriguez, Daniel R. Salvat, Miguel Angel

Sanabria, Alberto Gonzalo Ivan Santos, Michael Sanz,Santiago Sardinia, Gustavo A. Selem, Joseph Socorro, Alfredo Solares, Andres Javier Sotelo, Michael Suarez, Antonio J. Suarez, Daniel Walter Suarez, Javier Antonio

Teran, Ricardo Jose Texera, Diego Jose Torra, Alexander Joseph Tur, Fernando Usategui, Alejandro Raphael Vadia, Eduardo

Valle, Jose Alejandro Vigo, Jorge A. Villar, Alexander Rafael Xiques, Richard Joseph Zurita, Roberto Enrique

Alvarez, Ruben Angles, Mark F. Arango, Luis Fernando Arellano, Oscar Jorge Arrazola, Luis A. Arrieta, Alejandro Manuel

Avino, Javier Francisco Barcia, Ramon J. Barinaga, Alejandro Bascuas, Ernesto Alejandro Baute, Daniel Angel Benitez, Oliver A.

Binker, Harry Manuel Briz, Brian A. Brizuela, Javier Raul Caballero, Francisco Jose Cabrera, Alexis Cabrera, Luis Alberto

Calienes, Jorge Alberto Campo, Ricardo Ernesto Canals, Juan E. Caporal, Ricardo Costa Cardenal, Marcelo Jose Carmona, Roberto Carlos

Aguel, Fernando Alcazar, Daniel Jose Alonso, Daniel Jose

Ceide, Jose Antonio Chaves, Manuel Antonio Ciereszko, Thomas Andrew Conde, Pablo Jose Cueto, Bias I gnacio De Solo, Carlos Alberto

De Vera, Joseph Nicholas Del Rio, Frank Alexander Delgado, Alejandro Ruben Diaz Jr., Angel Rafael Diaz, Charles Anthony Diaz, Gabriel Rafael

Diaz, Luis Alberto Dieppa, Gabriel Rafael Dominguez, Rene Dulzaidez, Armando L. Elizondo, Luis Alfonso Escala, Diego

Fernandez, Daniel Eduardo Fernandez, Robert Flores, Jose Alejandro Fortun, Jorge A. Freyre, Eduardo Miguel Galan, Alejandro R.

Carvajal, Frank Jesus Castillo, Charles Castro, Alejandro Enrique

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star tennis player Joe De Vera shows hi$ winning smile.

f'reshJnan Frank Rio gets ready to charge the quar· terback.

Garcia, Anthony Garcia, Ivo Rafael Gardere, Jonathan Michael Giralt, Steven Albert Godoy, Nicholas Gonzales, Benigno J.

Ganzales, Carlos J. Gonzales, Edward L. Guerra, Robert M. Gutierrez, Alfredo N. Hernandez, Javier F. Hernandez, Jose L.

Hernandez, Pedro H. Herrero, Ricardo A. Hew, Damion A. Huguet, Juan C. Jacobson, Daniel N. Kurenuma, Hiroki F.

Laburu, Christian Lavandeira, Mario A. Lima, Michael Lledo, Jorge L. Lopez, Rolando Marimon, Adrian T.

It's not every da)' you see young talent on the Belen Varsity l"'ootball Team. The last time fresh.. men contribUted to the football team was In 198:5; Coach stuart's flr8t year in Belen. one of the ·a:s fresbmen. even Jncluded the late place .ldc:ker tor the Unlvemlty of Miami, Cerlos Huerta. back Rlcbard free safety .Frank Del RIO can now be placed Into the same categol)'. Coach Stuart comments that, l"resbmen playing and conb1butlng to the team Is a rare thinQ. and Jt has only happened one other time that I've been here." the Val'8ily l'ootball Team fs an honor for l"lai1k and Rl<:baid. However, they never ex• pected It to be this toUgh. AltboUQh they played Junior Val'8lly l'ootball fast year and heCalne famOlar with the SJStem. both Of them fOund themselva having to be more dedicated. "The team welcomedaril belpeclmeouta lot. 1bJS helPed me to cope wltb my lrie1perience," 88)18 Del .Rfo. HavIng to play against older, !Jigger, and more ex· Is a fac:tor that sbOuld be taken into cOrisklelatlon. Even though Rk:bantand f'rank are at a disadvantage they seem to over· Pic t ur e N o t Availab le Picture Not Avai lab le

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Marina, Juan f. Maristany, Carlos M. Martel, fernando A. Martinez, Andres L. Martinez, Ariel J. Martinez, Daniel A. McMillian, Luis S. Menendez, Jorge C. Menendez, Roberto c. Morales, Ricardo Morales, Roger Moreno, Niberto A. Munoz, Eric Myers, Patrick J. Navarro, Raymond A. Negret, Richard f. Nunez, E. Roberto Palacio, Anthony J.

Paredes, Alejandro A. Pena,Danny Perez, Eric M. Perez, Giancorlo Di Perez, Michael A. Powers, Matthew E.

Powers, Mathew E. Quintero, Lazaro

Ramirez, Ottoniel A.

Ramirez, xavier A. Reyes, Enrique Rivas, Antonio A.

Rivera, Alejandro J. Rodriguez, Carlos F. Rodriguez, Dennis A. Rodriguez, George A. Rodriguez-Perez, EduardoJ.

Rodriguez-San Pedro, Jean P.

Rodriguez-Valdivia, Christian Rojas, Henry L. Rosario, Christopher L.

Ruiz, Francisco J. Saez, Michael Salas, Alejandro U.

Salinero, Efren Sanchez, Jorge Sanchez-Galarraga, Daneil

Schwartz, Joseph R Seife, Anthony 0. Siervo, Javier A. Sobrado, Javier

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Souto, Roberto C. Suarez, Javier E. Suero, Marcos V. Tamargo, Francisco J. Toledo, Jose L.

Torres, Orlando Trujillo, Javier E. Tudela, Francisco J. Tylkowski, Daniel Usategui, Ramon A.

Valdes, Erick Valdez, Hurnberto S. Valenzuela, Francisco J. Vasquez, Armando Vega, Alberto L.

Vital, Daniel M. Vivas, Eddy Zumarraga, Daniel A.

Alonso, Marco J.

Alvarez, Nicolas E.

Arnor, Carlos M.

Anon, Andres F. Armengol, Roberto I. Arrieta, Victor A.

Avino, Carlos A. Avino, Jorge R. Barreneche, Miguel A.

Batista, Hector J. Bellumio, Demian M. Bonafonte, Rafael III

Briganti, Christian Cabrera, Miguel A. Cantallops, William Cantens, Javier E. Caraballo, Jose A. Carballea, Manuel

Careaga, Daniel E. Caridad, Jorge L. Carillo, Carlos A. Castellanos, Alexander Castro, Edwin E. Cervera, Jose R.

Abaunza, Leonidas F. Acle, Eric C. Ali, Alexander S.

Chavez, OmarA. Cicilia, Orlando R. De Armendi, Alex F.

De Solo, Alberto R. DiFabio, Giambattista Diaz, Alan F. Fernando c. Estevez, Angel Fedele, John M.

Fernandez, Charlie Fernandez, Ivan J. Abril, Jorge C. Florin, Hector L. Fuentes, Alejandro M. Garces De Marcilla, Juan M.

Garcia, Hector Garcia, Orlando A. Gomez, Alan R Gomez, Eduardo Gonzalez, Eric P. Grandal, Alfredo J. Guardiola, Gerardo J Guitian, Orlando F. Gutierrez, Alexander J. Hernandez, Pablo Hernandez, Rolando Lacayo, Gaston 0.

Although many would like a fast little s.ports car, the party van Is another favorite form of student tmnsportaUon.

Llantada, Roberto B. Llerena, Daniel A.

Martel, Eric C.

Martinez, Jorge L.

Martinez, Luis J. Medina, Nelson P.

Mesa, Joseph A. Miranda, Gabriel J.

Morales, Juan C.

Moran, Gabriel A.

Moreno, Luis J. Muelle, Erik A.

Munoz, Eduardo G.

Osle, Victor J. Patino , Michael S. Pertierra, Alejandro H. Pinilla, Gabriel D. Placer, Eduardo F

Placer, Javier E. Portocarrero, Felipe Pose, Manuel G.

Powers, Martin J. Pupo, Jorge G. Raton, Alexander

Mike cabrera streaks out In front during traCk praoUce.

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Rodriguez, Arthur F. Rodriguez, Daniel J. Rodriguez, Joel Rodriguez, Julio A. Rodriguez, Raul Ruiloba, George Ruiz, Sergio 0. Saenz, Christian A. Sanchez, Fransisco

Santa-Cruz, Eric Solares, Jorge J. Soler-Baillo, Jose M.

Souto, Armando T. Suarez, Lionel V. Tamayo, Leonardo H. Tarafa, Alexander J. Tomas, Jose M. Travieso, OmarA.

Ullivarri, Tony G. Vadia, Victor J. Van Den Branden, EricA. Vargas, Fernando A. Varona, Jose M.

Abela, Rafael J. Achi, George J. Acosta, Ramiro J. Aguilo, Franklin A. Aleman, Guillermo J. Alleyn, Eduardo A.

Armada, Francisco

Aspillaga, Felipe J. Avino, Joaquin A. Aycart, Alfredo J. Bertrand, Joseph J. Betancourt, Eugene A.

Bienes, Alejandro A. Borbolla, Daniel P. Bosch, Audley P. Bradford, Erick Calleja, Jorge A. Calonje, German D.

Carreno, Javier F. Carrizosa, Antonio J. Cartaya, Omar s. Cepero, Emesto Chisholm, Robert M. Ciarsolo, Richard

Corral, Jose A. Costa, Eduardo C.

Escardo, Daniel Estevez, Juan C. Fernandez, Alberto B. Fernandez, Felipe Fernandez, Julio 0. Fernandez, Marco A.

Fernandez· Quincoces, Guillermo Fernandez·Silva, Jorge Garcia, Faustino Garcia-Martinez, Antonio Garcia·Menocal, Carlos A. Giralt, Paul B. Gomez, Alan A. Gonzalez, Javier G. Hermida, Javier A. Hernandez, Jose A. Hernandez, Michael J. Herran, Javier

Herrero·Sanchez, Luis Hued, Alfredo A.

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Cruz, Eduardo De Quesada, Thomas R. Diaz, Mario F. Duran, Alfonso M Duran, Joseph K. Egues, Randy A.

Jimenez, David A. Levy, Alejandro G. Linares, Roberto A. Llorente, Marcelo Lopez, Carlos

Lopez, Rodolfo E. Lopez, Rodrigo Magdaleno, Juan C. Martel, Peter F. Martin, Robert J. Martinez-Cid, Ricardo M.

Membiela, Gustavo J. Menendez, Nestor E. Miranda, Guillermo J. Moreton, Cesar F. Olivera, Mark A Opitz, Ianpeter

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Pozo, William Puentes, Lorenzo A. Rasco, Ramon A. Reboredo, Humberto M. Robayna, Rafael L. Rodriguez, Benjamin Rodriguez, Juan F. Salas, Juan P. Sanders, Richard J. Sepulveda, Juan J. Serna, Juan C. Suso, Pablo

Tirado, Pablo A. Treto, Robert M. Vadia, Ricardo J. Vanegas, Humberto Vaughan, Arturo X. Vaughan, Barney R.

Veloso, Alexander Vich, Roberto D. Vidal, Andres C. Vigo, Luis A. Villar Jr., Juan A. Watt, Jason A.

CLUBS

Although students at Belen are challenged by their daily regimen of classes, the halls of our school don't empty as soon as the bells ring. The great majority of students find

some relaxation and enjoyment in the many and varied clubs offered. Clubs provide the perfect opportunity to develop close friendships, to spend time doing things you really enjoy.

Mrs. T. Campos and her Mathematics Club pose for a great picture.

Meteorology Club members take their daily measurements from the sophisticated instruments in the rooftop lab.

THE ALPHA ART GROUP ATTENDED AN ANIMATION SEMINAR AT DIS-· i NEY WORLD IN ORLAN: DO. HERE SOME OF THE I PARTICIPANTS RELAX : FOR A PHOTO.

MRS. CAROL VILA POSES WITH SOME OF HER FORENSIC CLUB MEMBERS.

THE BELEN ALPHA CLUB POSES IN THE CENTRAL PATIO.

CLUB MODERATORS M. HERNANDEZ, B. JIMENEZ, D. HAIBI WITH THEIR OFFICERS.

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MR. WAGENER AND HIS METEOROLOGY CLUB POSE ON THE ROOF BESIDE THE OBSERVATORY.

BETA CLUB OFFICERS A. ZAMORA, R. GARCIA, B. FITZPATRICK AND J. ESTEVEZ POSE.

THE A.P. CALCULUS CLASS CELEBRATING AT MRS. VILA'S HOUSE.

BETA CLUB MEMBERS WITHOUT THEIR MODERATOR, MR. ALEXANDER.

NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY OFFICERS R. LECUSA Y, R. COZZARI, AND E. ERDMANN POSE.

NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY ADVISOR MRS. S. HERNANDEZ.

NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY MEMBERS.

JUNIOR NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY MEMBERS WITH THEIR ADVISOR MRS. C. COLLINS.

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ADVISORS MRS. L. ARTEAGA AND MRS. G. LEON . WITH THE OFFICERS OF SPANISH NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY: J. ALEMANY, R. MARTINEZCID, D. JIMENEZ, AND J. AVINO.

ONE OF THE MANY CULTURAL EXHIBITS BROUGHT IN DURING SPANISH HERITAGE WEEK.

SPANISH HONOR SOCIETY MEMBERS.

THE TOTAL MEMBERSHIP OF S.N.H.S. POSE WITH THEIR ADVISORS.

1992-93 STUDENT COUNCIL EXECUTIVE BOARD. FROM LEFT: L. PEREZ, A. SAINZ, M. ORTEGA, L. J. RODRIGUEZ, ADVISOR MR. A. RODRIGUEZ, A. MUELLE, A. ACUNA, F . . FERNANDEZ, P. DE CAR! DENAS.

ALEK, ADRIAN, L.J ., AND LISANDRO TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS.

· L.J. PUMPS UP THE CROWD DURING A PEP RALLY.

THE MEMBERS OF THE 1992-93 BELEN JESUIT STUDENT COUNCIL.

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TIME TO OBSERVE

The Belen Astronomy Club, headed by Father Cartaya, is one of the many clubs that makes up B.A.S.E.S. It was B.A.S.E.S. Club and one of the first Belen clubs ever established. It was present in the old school in Havana, Cuba, and it is still present in our school today. The main goals of the Astronomy Club are to get students informed about the science of astronomy and to look at and confirm what they studied through the telescopes. The club presently has one antique telescope as well as seven others, including the huge telescope housed inside the rotating dome. According to Father Cartaya, "Belen is the only Jesuit high school and possibly the only high school overall that has an observatory of this magnitude." The observatory was completely paid for, designed, and built by the class of 1972. Father Cartaya is planning to re-associate Belen to the National Astronomical League. This would give Belen more information obtained through more advanced observatories around the country. Father Cartaya regrets that more people don't know about the magnitude of the Belen observatory, but he hopes to change that in the near future.

ALAIN MUNIZ

Father Pedro Cartaya poses in the observatory with the members of the Astronomy Club.

Mr. B. Wagener poses with some of his Meteorology dub members.

Members of the Marine Biology club receive expert instruction from volunteer Mr. Cartaya in the Belen pool.

Mr. P. Taquechel and the members of the Marine Biology club.

TECHNICAL COORDINATORJ. ELIZONDO CLEARS UP SOME MINOR PROBLEMS WITH ''CONDEMNED SQUAD'' ACTORS B. FITZPATRICK AND M. LAUREDO.

FRANKIE FERNANDEZ PORTRAYING ANDY IN ''LOVE LETTERS.''

MRS. VILA WITH HER FORENSIC CLUB MEMBERS.

THE CAST OF ''LOVE LETTERS'' AND ''MANANA DEL SOL'' THANK THE AUDIENCE FOR THEIR SUPPORT.

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MR. ARMANDO RODRIGUEZ POSES WITH HIS BIG BROTHERS CLUB.

YES THEY LOVE HIM ... WOULD DO ANYTHING FOR HIM ... BUT DO THEY HAVE TO PICK THE TOMBOLA TICKETS TODAY? 0. VASQUEZ, J. PELEGRIN, G. GUARDIOLA AND D. PALACIOS TRY TO GET OUT OF THEIR ASSIGNED BIG BROTHER DUTIES.

EVEN SUPERMEN HAVE TO SLEEP.

MR. A. RODRIGUEZ AND , THE C.E.L.A.C. CLUB MEMBERS.

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MEMBERS OF MS. J. CHIRINO'S ENCOUNTERS TOWARD CHRIST, E.T.C., GROUP POSE IN THE CENTRAL PATIO.

MR. P. COLLINS AND THE MEMBERS OF AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL.

ADNRES VIDAL AND ERNIE ERDMANN PRESENT SOME FACTS ABOUT HUMAN RIGHTS ABUSE DURING ONE OF THEIR CLUB MEETINGS.

PEER MINISTRY MEMBERS POSE WITH THEIR TEACHER MS. J. CHIRINO.

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PUTTING

OUT THE NEWS

The Vincam crew has been hard at work all year long. Pumping out seven newspapers over a school year's time can cause a large amount of stress on the moderator. Mrs. Cristina Casero, the Vincam moderator, had this to say, "Drop dead!" This proves that she had too much work to do and she did not have time to answer any questions. But this hard work pays off. The Vincam has won some major awards including the Colombus Scholastic Press Award and the Florida Scholastic Press Award.

Unlike the moderator, the students seem to have a "posing" attitude towards the class. Rene Morales described the students by saying, "Vincam is basically a group of strugglers who escape from the misery of their lives through video games." Ramiro Acosta followed by saying, "I can't believe we get credit for this." The students do have to work a certain amount of time in order for a paper to be published. Patrick Kokorian says, "We play as hard as we work, and maybe even harder."

Some people do appreciate the work that Mrs. Casero has to perform to get a paper finished. Robert Lecusay said this about the class, "Vincam is the best because we always have a female Moderator."

- Jorge Miranda

The Vmcam staff pose for their yearbook photo with their great advisor, Mrs. Casero.

Lisandro Perez shows off his SU· ver Knight Award for journal· ism.

Tools of the trade.

Vincam editor Lisandro Perez hard at work at his Macintosh.

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MR. HOLLAND AND SOME OF THE YEARBOOK CLASS TAKE THEIR POSED PHOTO.

MARCOS ORTEGA, MIKE ANGLES AND CARLOS CANINO ACT BUSY FOR THE PHOTOGRAPHER. .

MR. HOLLAND SEEMS TO BE WONDERING IF THESE GUYS ARE EVER GOING TO ACTUALLY WORK ON THE YEARBOOK.

MRS. C. COLLINS AND THE MEMBERS OF THE S.A.M.E. CLUB.

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KC EL yU B SERVING IS THE KEY

Key Club is undoubtetlly one of the hardest working clubs in the whole school. They dedicated themselves to improving the community and being the best they can be. For instance walkathons, Special Olympics, attending nursing homes or fund raisers. Just this year they helped raise money for Jorge Lares, a brave Cuban pilot who injured his spinal cord rescuing Cuban rafters. Their unceasing efforts and overwhelming talents did not go unrecognized.

Throughout the year they are handsomely rewarded for all their work. But their biggest award is attending the Key Club convention. In the convention they were commended for their dedication to service. Also in the convention they were placed as one of the best Key Club organizations in the state of Florida.

Their involvement with the community will continue for a long time. Club President quoted that "We truly couldn't be where we are today without the help of our fabulous coordinator, Ralph Ledesma."

Key club officers R. Chisolm, R. Linares, R. A. Bosch, and G. Membiela show off the Belen Key Club standard.

L. J. Rodriguez he(ps pack the "Toys for Tots" collected by the Key Club members.

Key Club president Audley Bosch calls a meeting to order.

Due to the size of the Belen Key Club, roughly three hundred and fifty members, most general meetings are called in the school cafeteria.

THE FORCE BEHIND THE SCENES, MR. RALPH LEDESMA GUIDES, CAJOLES, ENCOURAGES, THREATENS AND REWARDS THE MEMBERS OF KEY CLUB.

RAMIRO ACOSTA HELPS A PARENT GET THE RIGHT BOOK DURING BOOK SALE. KEY CLUBBERS WERE ACTIVE IN HURRICANE RELIEF EFFORTS LONG AFTER IT WAS -NO LONGER FASHIONABLE.

BUILDER'S CLUB MEMBER J. CANTENS VOLUNTEERED HIS TIME TO THE TOY DRIVE.

MR. E. ZOLLER AND THE BUILDER'S CLUB MEMBERS POSE.

SENIORS

August 21, 1992, to some might have seemed just another day, but as Belen's faculty prepared, and students were awakening to face the first day of school, 107 Seniors realized "the beginning of the end of their journey had arrived." The class of 1993 would lead in the limelight of their school for just one more year. As the much anticipated ceremonies came and went,

these students turned to catch a glimpse of their accomplishments and before they realized it their year had come to a close. With their graduation behind them, these young men put behind them their nostalgia and held their heads high knowing that no matter what type of year it had been, Belen had given them something precious a true brotherhood.

- Hugo Basterrechea

Alberto and Ceasar hard at work studying for Theology.

Adrian "Pichardo" Sainz, the hit of Senior Skit.

Guest speaker Tony Suarez stresses the importance of friendship during the Senior Year.

Jose Vidal and Jorge De

ponder on any indifferences that may have interfered in their friendship.

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explains some of the activities that were done during the Encounter.

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listen to each other's problems and offer each other their best advice.

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AI Cueto and Kevin Crew listen with interest to the talks that touched all.

Oscar Vasquez shows his sign of peace as Danny Palacio, Jorge Rodriguez and Alec Muelle show their need for each other's friendship.

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SENIOR ENCOUNTER

This year's Senior En· counter was a very emo· tional and successful one. Many new friendships were made at this three day event. Many old broken ones were reunited. Tony Suarez, class of 1989, was the invited guest speaker. He stressed that all the in· differences between Seni· ors had to be sorted out at that moment. He stated that if it is not done, there will never be another

chance at doing so.

These 107 Seniors came together to grow out of the boy within them and prepare for the new mold, man· hood. They were led in this process by Mr. Ralph Ledesma, Ms. Josefina Chirino and Fr. Francisco Lemus. These three people were the main instrument to guiding the Seniors into their new way of life.

The Encounter was also led by the Peer Ministry

group, headed by Iggie Garcia and Luis Saladrigas. They prepared talks and activities that many found useless at first, but as the events progressed, they found out that they were wrong. These two, along with the rest of the group, put together for the Seniors an event that would be very helpful in their transforma· tion to be men for others. game.

by Jorge Rodriguez

JUST REWARDS

As mothers smoothed slightly wrinkled suits and fathers beamed proudly, 107 Seniors entered an exclusive fraternity on September 17th, 1992. On this night, the 1993 graduating class received their Belen rings at the ring ceremony in Belen's central patio. The clear cool night air and formal attire of all the participants helped make this an extremely enjoyable evening. Juan Jane said, "This is my

gift to my dad. After all he has put up with, I'm glad I made it this far.'' Master of ceremonies Mr. Armando Rodriguez, an expert at these functions made sure that the ceremony ran smoothly and efficiently. As the night wore on and the Seniors all obtained their rings, the traditional ring turning began. Kristian Hofseth commented "This is the type of stuff that I'm going to miss when I'm back in Norway." All of us will Kris. -Andres De Angulo

Seniors and their fathers gather in the Central Patio for the ring ceremony.

Mr. Caballero and Joshua lead the others in the procession on their way to their assigned seats.

Thomas and Mr. Chang listen intently during the ceremony.

Emesto Erdmann delivers a speech to his classmates and their fathers.

This row of proud fathers anxiously await the rings their sons will receive after so many years of hard work.

Adrian Sainz makes a point about the importance of parental involvement in education.

Armando expresses the "papo" syndrome.

Yoyo and Kiki stand up and drag for the crowd.

Candido sings his "Canciones de Amor," as he is pushed off stage.

Lazaro and Mercedes show their true feelings for each other.

Tony Prado, delivering one of Fr. Cartaya's classic "Pujos."

Mr. Pichardo asks Jimmy, "whi do I do with the kids?" a "Mimita" just looks pretty.

ALLIN FUN

This year's Senior Skit was one of the best ever. The Seniors imitated their teachers in an almost iden· tical manner. The best were Frank Pichardo, a.k.a. Adri· an Sainz, and the ever funny Fr. Pedro Cartaya, a.k.a. Tony Prado. The portrayals of the oth· er schools was great also. Victor Garcia as the La Salle

Chonga was incredible and Albert Acuna as "FIB" (no BIF) was also very good. The sound team, led by Kris "Chop" Hofseth and Ma· nolo Rodriguez-Perez, han· dled the sound effects and the music very profession· ally. The lighting, by yours truly, was also very good, don't you think?

This year's skit was so

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good that the 7:30 parent's show was sold out and the 9:30 show was standing room only. "At first it lacked some enthusiasm, but the Seniors pulled together and it was very successful,'' stated Senior Jeremy Yong. In the end the reviews were promising and the crowd was great. by

NITE OF MAGIC

After waiting almost an hour for Mr. Armando Rodriguez to take Marcos Ortega home for a missing shirt, the Seniors all settled down in the three Kelly buses to adventure out into GRAD NITE' 93. The trip up to Orlando was made very ant by the fact that each bus had a V.C.R. and some of the Seniors had brought along films. As we approached ure Island most of us felt a great surge of anticipation. Would we meet some young ladies or were we going to be condemned to a night of itude and boredom? Luck was with some of us and for the most part we enjoyed selves. Frank and J. C. Digon were particularly popular with some ties at one of the discos. Said Frank "I didn't even realize that they were there until on

she told me that she thought my brother and I were fine. It was a lot better than dancing with J. C."

At about 9:00 p.m., we left Pleasure Island and headed for the Magic Kingdom. Catching a monorail, or one of the ferries was first on our list of things to do. As the night wore on, we noticed that there was a large amount of girls from an all girls school in Georgia who seemed to like young Cuban men from Miami. Taking advantage of the live performances by groups such as Chai, Three Babes and John Secada, we casually met and then joined the girls as they toured the park.

At five in the morning, we were back on the buses and headed home. Most of us triedto get as comfortable as sible and slept all the way.

Obviously a photo of the trip up to the Magic Kingdom.

AI Cueto convinces Felipe Navarra to accompany him through that terrifying ride Snow White's Castle.

Could it be? The pirate in this ture looks a lot like Mr. Gerardo Garcia.

One of the entertainers strating how to wear stripes.

Ignacio Garcia and Jose .Elizondo can't believe their bad luck.

David helps Jose get ready for Pleasure Island.

Ricky and his date know just when to smile for the camera.

Brian Fitzpatrick ponders the meaning of life while posing for a picture with his great looking date.

Rudy Hernandez and date wait patiently behind the anxious David Bou.

Marcos Ortega and Alek Muelle entertain Alek' s lovely date.

David Valdes attempts to see which is more beautiful, the rose or his date.

The Senior Class dances the night away in the Doral, it will be a night to remember for all.

LAST DANCE

We all spent too much money on this traditional Bachanalean feast celebrating the attainment of our goals and the end of our childhood. The Doral Hotel was beautiful and the band played well for most of the night. The choices of en· tree's were well thought out and the table presentations

were elegant.

While everyone that I know had a great time, I had to leave early because I had a horrible stomache ache. I guess I'm not the best one to write this article but Mr. Holland said I'd fail if I didn't.

- Felipe Torres-Navarra

Omar Benitez can ' t get enough of those groovy tunes.

The Great Gatsby and Daisy Ceasar Vasquez and date chat during dinner.

Jose Leon rocks the "noche" away with his date.

Juan Pardo and date sample some of the fruits available to hungry party goers.

Definition of: blind date

Daniel Palacios really enjoys his tomato juice cocktail.

Nolan Barco dazzles his date with brilliant conversation.

Procession director Mr. Patrick Collins looks on as Joshua lero waits his tum in line.

The time has finally come and these Belen graduates can't keep their eyes off the prize.

Salutatorian Manny Lauredo gave us much to think about with his inspirational speech.

Take a deep breath, they made it . . . the Belen Graduating class of

Carlos Azaret takes his diploma knowing he has completed the timate challenge in Belen.

Alex Cordero seems to want Ernie Erdman to finish his speech.

ON OUR WAY

The night we had trance, I couldn't all been working help reflecting on for had finally ar- all the long, hard rived and we were hours of studying ready. As parents, it had taken for teachers and in- me to make it this vited guests wait- far. My classed in the Guzman mates and I just auditorium for us want to say to make our final thanks to all the triumphant en- people who made

this day possible and we are sure that you will remember us as the greatest, most serious class that you have ever seen in Belen.

Jose Lopez-Santos

Acuna, Alberto

202 Acuna, Alberto

U/14{74; Miami, 1"1; 6 yrs at

J.H. BasebaU (7,8) J.H. TraCk (8); Key Club (10, U); Alpha Club (10): J.V. Baseball Letterman (9); v. Baseball Letterman (10, 11, U) Big Brother (U)

May 51,1975

Chicago, IL

years at Belen

arsity Wrestling (10-12)

arsity Letterman (10-12) earn Co-Captain (11-12) Caribbean (9-12) Computer Club (11-12) Presi dent (11-12) Key Club member (11-12)

mnesty International member (12) Marine Biology Club member (10-12) Math ClubjTeam member (10-12) panish National Honor Society membe (10-12) eta Club member (12) Environmental Club member (12)

Egg Man Zandia Chicago !he Ham and Cheese Omelette 130,13 The D i strict Champs(or almost) : Frankestein(Huevo) , The Undertaker(Cheese),Piper(Ham),Bam Bam,The Little Creature,Georgi Boy Flash Yor(Dream on!) Get a Haircut Piper Were's my bag? Coach I I my finger Unprovoked attack Gorda I'm overweight Coach! I'm 'rour pounds over! .•. Crazy,Our Last Supper Armada is no 1111 1 doing his push-ups right! twenty more Start Over! Armada didn't do ' em righ Sorry George and J.J. for beeping you ate for the St. Thomas Aquinas match(HA !HAl) OH WHEN, OH WHEN!Will wresling end Wolffel I need #13 Wolffe,thank you for getting me through High School Thanks for making me a better wrestler, Coach: Salas, Amaury(Sm all Fry) , Rick(tiburon),and YES!even you Miguel Thanks Mom,Dad,Papi Leon,Pa co ,Mickey,and Guismo for everything LATER!!!

Armada, Carlos

Armada, Carlos

6/11/75 Miami, f'la.; 4 Yrs. In Belen; JV Soccer- 9, 10; JV Basketball - 11: Var· stty Basketball - 12

15

lfl0/93 all-nlghter

Lany Legend

franky-1

Qutque-

Josh-MD

8ert• Ooldenboy

Anget-plsado (not anymore)

Barco, Nolan

David francis Bou; Born: 9-14-74 san Juan. Puerto Rico; 4 Years at Belen; A.L.P.H.A. Club (9); Track and Meld (10) (11) (12); Track and field Letterman; Big Brother Frogram; Senior 5kJt

BOZA. 80. DAW. #70. AT LEAST TRACK BEAT PACE. DISTRICT CHAMPS. MYKA. MARTY. RIK. DISASTER LU. E\leRLAST I"Al'IK. DA BULB. ROODER. ROD. OUARDY. Rr:LAX. CHUCK IS BLUE. MIKE, I KI"'OW YOU'VE TOUCHED IT. MARTY'S LBO BROKE. RIK. SHOW ME YOUR T. MIKE CUT DA HAIR. fAI'IK OOT BUSTED AT WUIDY'S, HE HCLD ON TO DA BALL. ARr: YOU DELIRIOUS. THf: Or:T·ALONO OAriO IS ALL I"RAQUBD. JUNIOR PROM. WHAT JUNIOR PROM. THAT WAS A I"UULY HAT. DOT't PUr:. BUT WHY SIR?. W, YOU WERr: TN LINe. wr: CRASHED U2. 80, YOU DRTW. LOOK AT SANTA. I WANT IT. RIK DROP IT. ERIK, RUNT. DID wr: Qr:TTO see THE CHICKEN. I AM IN THE ALIA>ADE TEAM. CALL 947. BIRD IS BUSY. I"RAQIID TRIPS TO DELRAY. WAIT TILL wr: Or:T TO COCOA BEACH. I Mr:T Hr:R WITH Ol'fYX. Kr:I'IDAL 9, NOT!. LeT'S MAKE A TRIP TO THE BrACH. \VHERE DID YOU fiND THIS BMCH. I THINK IT'S A I'LM. I LOW OJ. UM WILL ALWAYS BE #1. DADE CREW Hr:Rr: I COMB. TO MY RML BUDDIES. MAR1LYl'l, I"RANKIB. MONICA, MOM AND DAD. THANK YOU fOR EVERYTHING. PI!.ACE.

Cabrera, Ariel

Born '5/9/75 La Habana, Cuba; 7 years at Belen; 6th grade Baseball; Volleyball (8th Grade}; J.H. Soccer (7-8}; J.V. Soccer f910}; J.V. Baseball (10}; Class Treasurer 911}; Marine Biology Club (&9,11}; Alpha Club (11); Key Club (11}; Peer Ministry (11· 12}; Big Brother Program (12); Sophomore Encounter Leader; Junior encounter Leader; Senior Encounter Leader; E.T.C. #'50; Senior Skit (12}.

7 Long Years at Belen; Student Councll (3); Key Club (3); .t'tHS (1); Honor Roll (4); Beta Club (4): Forensics (2); Wrestling (3); Volleyball (2) ••• OYIL •• I'Lf.A ••• CHRIS JACKSON ••• PAL MMM ••• rAMOUS I"JRST MQHTS AT TRM.SURE CAY ••• l'IC '89: WEM IT ALL BroMI

JENNIFER&: SHOULDN'T Or

WHr:RE'S SAMPLE ROAD? .•• SORRY ABOUT YOUR LIFe ••. EYeWITrteSS VIDW W/TUPI • • KINOS Of THE UM SANDS ••• YOU CAN'T Lf.AW Me LIKe THIS

THe RIVER OF LIFe I'LOWS I"ROM Lr ••• l'l'tl'tOCEl'ICE IS HIS ALIBI ••• THE LOW DOCTOR ••• BORI't IN THE CANOI'IBALL POSITION ••• RULE 1: STOCKTON, CA ••• RULI:: 2: OLDSMAR, I'L ••• BIOBOYS ••• THE I"L STANDS FOR ••• I HAW SKeLIITONS IN I::WRYO'I'teS CL05r:TS ••• CLII'ITO'I't, MS ••• CLUB MAXIMS ••• THANKS TO: AA, CZ, MRP, EE, FF, BS, VP, AOP, JJH, RO, YR, AV, SOME Or CLASS OF 93 AND ESPOCIALLY TO PC, AS, JM, AdA, MAMI, PAPI, MARTA, JAVI, FePA, HAOS, PILLI, PlLLO, THE C f'AMI· LieS ••• I LOW YOU ALL ••• I'M Of'f'

Caraballo, Leonardo

Caso, Jorge

6 years at Belen, Who s Who Among High School Students National Honor Society 9·12, Astronomy iJ-2, ALPHA 10 Citizen Bee National Finals, Xerox Award, Knowledge Bowl

How are you doing Richmond? Don' t! get smart tiny Chalk Talk Joe Willie's Post Game Report Didn' t pring it Man· ny Where is Kutztown? Megadittosl Want to see a movie? Ching! The World • Mother!? Oh Prophet,speall to mel Drumroll Miami Dolphins Marv Slick Willie Countdown Boson Celtics Missed a spot Borges 007? He did that quite well no The trumpets Luis had anothe dream Jorge has no point The Morning Mter:Still coping(29 10) Fir e! Salamanca My main manKeith LOOk into my eye Fortissimo! Keats He's not that smart Coleridge Steven:What? Abu Jihad He' s not Sherlock Holmes A hero for our times Jorge's new Socratic method • Thanks Mom,Dad, Tita Vivi,Jorge,Pat,Otto Luis,Eddy,Fr Lemus,Mrs.Miyar ,Mr.Colli ns U ofM .•

Comi llot, Marcus

Cozzari, Robert

Cozzari, Robert

Crew, Kevin

Bom 11/18/75; Mlarnl, na.: 7 Years at Belen; Key Club (10); Junior High Basketball (7. 8); Junior Varslcy Basketball (9, 10): Varsity Basketball (11, 12).

July 11. 1975. Miami. I"L. 6 years at Belen. Swfmmlng. Varsity Letterman (7-12). State f'inallst (1Q-12). State Qualifier (9-12), AllDade First Team (9-12). All American (1Q12) Swimming Captain (11·12), Swimming M.V.P. (11·12) Varsity Volleyball (11·12). Service Award (7) Citizenship Award (8). P.E. Award (7-9) Presidential Physical fitness (7-10), Who's Who (9-10) Big Brother 12. Peer Ministry 11

o, Andres

We're just l"riends

C't'IEERS

Beaker, Ftanzy, Flea Ftemle, Ftob

THANKS Amy. Charlie. Bradl!rMark THANKS Tim. Steve, Pat, AI, John. AI, Rob, Leol!rPete

THArfKS Jr:BS

Marnl. Ma, Papa. Steve. Bob, Oulllo. Eric. Deb. Chas, Eric. Alfredl!rJuan. I Love You all

to be contJnued

Digon, Juan Carlos

Digon, Juan Carlos

Seven Years In Belen: Key Club 9 th and 12th; Beta Club 11th and 12th: sc Team 1 1 th and 12th; Peer Ministry 11th; Nation· al Honor Society 9th; Waterpolo Team 11th

Jorge Jorgo. J. Yoyl. Tupl. Skip. A little benes JJ JC=doors. The great BB Caper wjFF &: JV. It's Al's gun. you ' re you're ..• gaveta ••• I hate chlrlpas •. JV=Shoddy 1 K Nobe Pedro Is Marky Mark Ove ruined my life Pompano 92 I wish you the worst Senior flop-send In the clowns at the blublu JJ Is sleepy • JC luvs ragging Jr. Prom·yahoole got us kicked out •• NC wfJJ & JC·89, 90, 91, 92 Oye, slntao lala lots AD I'm Tecmo champ Benny & the crowbar Hay hlha Alf=YK posse Bluhu· ous Eddy Is Oatsby • • Ando of the yaho Disney wfTina Fat Sler Rob s Dolphin notes • Ploony s Tiki bar • Baltasar is mine Zul11=24st • • Silk fei =Braves Pan Jack & LMB/ff, what are we doing? •. • Oulgou wuz a narc JJ & JC-Get up you bums Club Maxims • Plod &: puppy • Billy boy • , Class 92-(JJ, JC, EM, MV, AO, FF, EOR., OC, TL) • .• Class 9.3=ff, JV, PO, LC, AS, BC, AA RC, f'T. AC, DP·thanx especially JJ & JC Tina, thank U I love you always Papi, Maml. Abl. Blto·Love U all, Thank you .•.

De Mena, Jorge

6 years in Belen; born in Santa Clara. Cuba; founder and Coordinator of Am· nesty International. President of National Honor Society. Historian or Key Club. Vice President of NJHS. Treasurer of CeLAC. Spanish Honor Sodety. ALPHA. captain or Varsity Volleyball. J.V. Soccer.

ernie • • • Nerdmann spearchuckers and the mother • • • nanJ (It is dinky & where did they get those wonderful dothes) ••. andy (we ran over the holy spirit) •.. amnesty Is not communist ••. ssp In bme at urn (mel & sean) calle ocho ••. FSU (next tlmel) •.. abuela (te qulero) ..• el "deseo final" noes autobl· ografia • • lisa-lisa elll (tiff's lawn. tourette. It's for real this time) Ire (Infamous palanca) •.. caro (lipstick) ••. ai (goofball, new year's comeback) • manolo·manolo alabao. ml blperl ••. adrian (that was mace) ..• rera (drink and be merry) •.. klkl's worse than me •.• bimini ('90, '91) kevin (mom, he's sleeping over again) ..• sl tim's clan •.. bridging (summer '92) •• lollapalooza ••. senior skit '93 (Natalia) AT&T •.• Vel· vet Creme (Labrenza) • last days of school in Key Bisc ••. luz (my stepsister) fight wjDI(?) ..• thanks mom. dad. pat. tess. abuela, elL pdc, avr. bl, rl, xt, all kith & kin .•. Bye BeLeN & thankslll

Erdmann., Emesto E.

7

Fernandez, Jo

Fernandez, Luis

10.2-75 Havana, Cuba 6 yrs at Belen; KeyCJub 9-12; AlphaClub 9; ComputerClUb 10; BetaClub 11; l'I.H.5. 9-12; S.H.5. 11·12; 5enlor cncounter Leader 12; JV football 9, 10. Coaches Awan:l10; Varslty f'ootballll, 1.2; Varsity Track 9-12, Bchool Reconl-polevauit. 6th plaCe state 11, AD Dade Team 11;

Garcia, Michael

BUBBA, FATPEEWEE, THIEF, MACGYVER, COMB-PlNA BYE WICHO TRACK·A REAL SPORT VOLV8R = PARTY· MOBILE=HONEYWAGON AL WHERES YOUR BUG? POUND DIN WITH DIEPPA & MIRIAM NOVA NIGHT DRMNG T HAT BRONCO? JOSE'LL DRIVEl? PALACIO' S LEADING; HAFB .• HON. ALG. li/AP CALCULOST=1; MATH HORSEMEN, THE APOCALYPSE AND FRAAANK CHICKEN· TRAIL HALLOWEEN 91 CHRISTMAS 91; SORRY BENI KEvtN COON DR V1DAL--8UCIO SKIFEST 92 JR PROM; RING CEREMONY; NtCE PARTY ERNIE CLOSEUP 9.3-TRACY+BDM JOSE STAYED HOME TONTGHT LOS PISADOS W 4 GOD .•. CHILLIN IN THE KEYS; J2 RICH FIX ME ORF A'S HOUS E AL THREW TH E RACE BRECK 92/9.3; WHERE ' S THE FRIDGE?·NlCE PANTS FRIDAY NIGHT AT WAGS LETS GO TO HOOTERS TECHNO LA LA 1$ THEATRE AT DAVIE LIL ST. B GANG: RG, JH, AGP TO ALL MY FRIENDS THANX 4 ALL THE MEMRIES ESPECIALLY: MADDIE B, JOSE, YOR, RICH, LEO (CJ), FRED AND ALL MY FAMILY BUT MOST SPECIALLY GOD, MOM, DAD, TUTI AND BRAT·LOVE Y ALL C.YAI Alejandro Gomez- Pina/7 17 75/4 Yrs. at Belenj4 Yrs. Sr. Beta - V.P. (12)/UM Honors Day = 14$/.3 Yrs. Varsity Track - Shot Discus/.3 Yrs. Letterman = :5 Yrs Majaf4 Yrs. Marine Biology/1 Yr Astronomy/Charter Member - BASS Club/ Brother/Senior SkitfJr. and Sr. Encounter - ETC #:51/Close Up ' 9.3fWaldo

Fla., 9/21/75, 4 Years at Belen,

Club (11, 12), Vincam Staff Writer (12), Senior Skit, Accepted to University of !"'or· ida.

Gomez, Richard

7/10/75.

Guardiola, German

Herran, Ricardo

·tlofseth, Kristian

250 f Hofseth, Kristian

6 Yrs. at Belen: Treas. Astronomy Club (610); A.L.P.H.A. Pep Band (9); V.P. Meteorology (12); Art Chairman (12); Senlor Beta Club (10.12); The Serpent (11); Math Team (10); Vlncam Artist: Who's

Students; Theology Award (7, 8,

CMc Achievement Award (8)

Lauredo, Manuel

Lecusay,Robert

Leon, Jose

Llovet, John

Miami, Florida 1-07-75

7 years at Belen Key Club (9, 10, 11, 12) pha Club (9, 10, 11, 12)

lJr. Beta Club (8) eta Club (9, 10, 11, 12)

tudent Council Class Pres. (9, 10, 11)

Club

rsity Track Letter (10, 11, 12)

g Brother (lh)

o's Who Among American High School tudents

earbook Photography Editor (12)

Rick Enrico Suave #18 Track, iYearbookBasketball League J,was shE: !worth it? All will fall Sun.Key Lis o2 was it Pez? Drivers Ed Dr. Wolffe + aunted House ..• Crob,keep the cent •.. "

l1 "Nole" Cordero Ando, did you see a today? Manny, all the L.A. notes ' efa BCP Frank=Fear Jorge "eypipel " Jose, U.M 'Nolo & Chopseth (SNK) Frank & J.C Gator

'9.3 South Beach or the Grove? BibI, r ever doubt it .•• BZ ..• To all my friends and family, thanks for everything.

Jose

Otto I. Luna fs_years at Belen

!Meteorology Club (9-12) President (12)

National Honor Society

!Amnesty International Key Club (11)

Whaatl Hardy-har-har I just had to chuckle Go Dolphins! Convoluted Frei da the goat Jorge's Volvo Professor Luna and Zimba Flex-Ail454 Marinos's Grammar Gentleman

iYou can t fight in here it s the war room Dumb Pat jokes, Uhl I hate Jorge' s cat Manny, did your muffler fall oil again? Eddie' s theology book, Dave IL'etterman Chalk Talks Saturdayj !Night Live Turman Karl Maxx !Welived in places like Ni-ca-r a-gua! •. NO Chelsea Ricky's A.P. Bi o bathroom ,breaks . I got you covered Sally Reservoir Dogs Thanks to Pat. Yangi, Mark, Manny, Ricky, Eddi e, Juan, Luis and my family as it were!

260 Luna, Otto

Martinez, Luis

Ignacio Martel Houston, Texas 7/24/75

Mascaro, Se 0

boy goes off alone into another room in the house, locks

· Mascaro, Sergio

6 Yrs. at Belen: Key Club (9-12); ALPHA Club {9, 11); Astronomy Club (9}; Accepted to f.l.U.

LIVe fOR ••• MOVIES ••• MUSIC ••• CRUJSU"l RICKY. "I DON'T MOW" ••• JUAN. "I DON'T CARC"

WCI'tDY (TL) ••• l1"tTroRA ••• SPeED ••• CDS ••• SEXY Mf' ••• 7 PAT. "ACROI'IAUTICAL COMIC" ••• JAZZI. "DICRECTOR" MANNY. "KMART'\ACCIDCNT MAN" ••• ftl'tDY (TL) JUAN. "WNQ CANCM" .•• SENIORITM ••• SCHOOJ..-HELL LALA ••• WALRUS ••• TACOBELL ••• 4:00AM (SEOACD)

f'RIEI'tDS 2 REMEMBER: VICKY, DD, LUIS, VIVIAN, OTTO, .MARCOS, ANA, CARMEl't, MAYTE, SUZV, ALINA, ANDY, ISABEL (NOT). Al'tD ANY ONE ELSE WHO I SO RUDELY fORQOT ••• SEX·MADONNA ••• BRICKELL AVE .ALADDIN (X5) ••• BATMAN ••• .ARR.ESTIID DEVELOPMENT PRil'tCE Al'tD LADY ••• ftl'tDY (TL) ••• PRINCE (0+-.) RICKY. MX·3 .I'IMm ••• "Let'S RUN TODAY" ••• "CHICKeN+ CHEESE" ••• ODUUS RAP ••• BOOTLEO THEOLOOY BOOK VITAMil't C VIDW ••• A MOVIE A WEEK • • • MOVIEMARATHOl't RALPH+BOROES ••• SAI"'TT DOMINOO+P ARADISE ISLAl'tD WEI'tDY (TL) ••• W+PAT HOME VIDEOS ••• UNCLe SAMS (LOOK I'OR FJC'r(j)m ON SENIOR FAOE) ••• UNDER THE CHERRY MOON MANNY.,TECHNO WENDY (TL) Al'tD DRMD SCHOOU

Merille, Eduardo

C8p1tan Sin rena •.. Qufque-Huhhb?. Tony=Don't touch meiJOabyaorLtve l'ree or Dlel. Jobnooi'B have tbe rlbs •.• Bel'ti-You want some of my attitude?. JUIJI'Iool don't care what you think ••• BoJja-Oallego I rrhe Blg L ••• Manny.QerbO ••• Jo • Dis•• Melo+Dave-One Entity ••• Quf1Je-1be erro ••• Heck guys, 111 do ttl. Pmpose?. Wanna Die?. rq at my house (l'IDTI) ••• Yaidl at Six. Mags tdn) .• oemte l'18h ••• Fredousl. Who oft'roacls in a camera?. English Is wate?l#$% •.. I lmow everyt;IJing ••• Bert, I Just ferliltzed your lawn ••• Table for 42-••• night, "l"resh milk from tbe cow, ••• seniOr Skit ••• l'farlzona,"Note recojo mananal". 3AM underwear swimming in the bay ••• Soybombre y muymadto ••• Always the saciUk:lal lamb ••• Downfall "1be Band" .•• f'ender Bass ••• Officer Bwueneas .•• Let me talk to your manager ••• Tbanx filom, Dad. Jay, Hike, Qeorge Busb, Chuck.v, Betty, Barbl.e, Yaldl, LuU, MarlaO, Betty B, Ana, CaroUne, and Mel for an your support ••• emr

Joxge MJranda: 10/5(1975; Miami, l'la.; 4 Years at Belen; Key Club (10, l.l); Marine Biology Club (10, 12); Music Mlnlatly (12) ,Bass Qultar,; Joumallsm n Editor): senJor Sldt (12); capitan Award (12)

January 28, 1976

7 Years at Belen

l'fatlonal Honor Sodety (10th-12th) ALPHA Club (10th-12th)

V.P. (nth)

8enlor Bldt Head Writer

8enlor Skit Coodlredor

Uve

Morales, Gabriel

We saw Shadows of the morni ng l igh t Shado ws o f the e ve ni ng sun Ti l l the shado ws And the light we re one

(}o()o(H)aby

l"ree or Die: ••• Bllgg.y

1be Lost SOuls

DoWnfaU

I bate breathing Hoble Cat

1be Super 8

Blood Red Satmn ••• caroline's Clubbouae

1 don't like to be touched

Spedal 'lbanX Jack. Jake, a l'tk:k

l'tn tdDng you, Chuck. sbe's a witch

• Bort. IT LIWSI

1 bate tbe orove

!I l'lu8tlado

12:10 pick-up ••• Jnddentally ••• Loo!Jey Tunes thane

1'lab f'eet befbre Marco

quarter, ,

bate being a manic depreasiYe

2:00 Jn tbe Molrilna Man ••• ''More Than WoJds"lh front of :5CfO people :with Alex and Looch ••• admpanbebe' ••• Ana the C8lc tac:ber ••• Tbe weekend was the worst

80icl ••• camp Outl'95 8r Yeluca ••• Hey. shee lak .JQu

To all 1111 fi:lends, thaiJic8 for keePing me alive

'l1lanx Mom. POP, Abuela and yes, ewn you. Rich

See you In tbe 7th level of tfeU

Yrs.

(6);

(9-12):

(9);

7 Years at Belen. Varsity l"ootbaU Letterman (11, 12), Second Team AU-Dade (12), J.V. l"ootball Letterman (9, 10), Varstcy WresUing Letterman (9}, National Honor Society (9-12), l'latlonal Junior Honor Sodety (8, 9), Homeroom .President (6, 8, 9, 10, 12). Student CouncD Padlamentarlan (12}, I"ASC-SASC Convention (12), Key Club (10.11), Close Up (11)

Officer

6, 9;

Treasurer 6·11; Peer Ministry 12; Big BrotherU

Paredes, Francisco

Apoc:a-Us • • • Wbaat?l • • • Vtnc:am ••• l'urik.v JWlk ••• Dan cat ••• Cblc1amfoot

••• COcoa MUIIJJ» ••• 8uneblbe BOat ••• Rinker ••• 1be SQuare ••• l'k!:a8ures of the Mind ••• Piper Clan ••• Oecii&MJs l'lendRex

• • Mtol'klb8 • • Check Head ••• spookJ ddc::k ••• l'laab braa ••• str:uaallnA ••• Mixed DQts, C&sero? ••• Bermuda ;.J1.9-: •• 'C" 1s fbr Chris ••• Rb:Pnes on the page, up tn a rage .•• ULTRA·VIOtmce

••• Yitz me for kldz ••• Watdla p tllere'l

••• Expert: 5 tJpes fndudln.a Dell 8Qie ••• senile? ••• 11ie Wlnoaa Rfd: ers ••• Slick bear ac:tlvlty. ••• ••• Tbree Jn a tree ••• Vote Slk:k ••• Roofteu Possay ••• .I"Oiaters ••• Cnmc:'bJ, rebels ••• .Maftosos ••• Ten ·emMf. Pert'eCt •.. no &abo ••• Beastte-yeah that'a:me ••• Tld8 one goes out to Dr. woure, crob, AI. Nolo "el J)ollo," JJ Piper, Rob, Rate. CbrlsJullan,Mam6 y PaD6 yaD ..• Want aome't sMACIU I want an answer •••

Perez, Lisandro

280 Perez, Lisandro

Prado, Antonio

10/11/75

MliunL Jllorlcla 6 years at Belen; rtaUona1 Junior Honor SOcl.et)' (8, 9): National (10, Wbo'& Who Among Amerk:an High 1 students (10, n>: l'latlonal fiTs. panic ScbotaiShlp 5emlftnaJiat

Professor Homldde ••. satan ..• Bert

Bort • • Bubbles

Jllounder ••

Borja, my big fat l'rankenstelnlan brother

Josh - hyperactive muppet

Qaby, grow some manhood

Tony, don't touch mel ••• Jorge

life of tbe party

John - CaPt. (:are. free

Juan, nk:e haircut

Senior S.klt, no lines

Where'& J.J.? ••• Baldnyga

food Xpre8s

Let's go to the races

TropiCana bottle at the ranch party (2x)

My Staltg

'lbe Poase wins aaa1n ••• 'lbe escort Lives ••• 10/11/f¥1. -'ibe feast of 1'riends .•• omcer, when you gotta go, you gotta go ••• Abuelo, I ml88 you

Oriclas A.buelo, Abuela, Maml, Papl, Ramon, r.duardo, Jorge, f mls amlgos ••• LLEQOE ALI'ml

July 25, 197 years at Bel 5, Rahway N f'ASC Vien, Student s:% Jersey, 4 adent (10) (12) Yd'resldent ventlons <h · SASC, and· ass Pres· NHS (1o12 ) Con· Lettennan (l o)panKish NHS (lo-ii.o)mlnee, ership Award ey Club ( • Track Peer Mlnlste ((10, 11), ETC Lead- r 11, 12) , V"mcam,

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MJaml, fl.; 7 Years in Belen; Student Council 7·12, Secretary 12; Key Club 9-12; Sophomore, Junior Chairman, Chief of StatT 12; Jl'fHS 7-8; Beta Club 9-12; Spanish l'fHS 9-10; Alpha 9-12; Band 9-10; Vincam 11·12; Sports editor 12. features 11; Baseball 7·12; All-county Honorable Men· tlon 10. 11. Captain 11·12; football 12: 1'1rst·Team All-Sleep 11·12; Wrestling Weeks; etc 29: Junior Prom Co-ornanizer; Junior, Senior f.n<:ounter Leader, f'"asc 11, 5asc 12 J"ootball Hon. Mention 12

A.D .••. Tito ••• r:t Papo .•• Cousins on a quest ••• Pal MMM

ABC ••• Black Sox '91, BK marathon ••• Lets go, the hammer ••• cheese •.• Marco Island ••. Woman Wars ••• Unllmlted Refills? ••• Keys W/MO, AM

L.A. Territory ..• Richard, AU sold out ..• Jorge - aet the - out ••• ove Adrian the you know what Marathon TD Key West, 7·2 • Dad Hal· loween ' 91 ••. Volv8R ..• fasc·25 on the dance floor ••. 5asc·in the room ••. Maftosos Renatus. Rob Bob, rtlz .•. rete missed a great convention ••• Wher· es Angel? ••• Wheres Benny? ••• Qainsville, QA ••• Mace wjr:mle .•• 1'rlp ••• The River ••• L.A.W/Kiki. w . . . ·s 27 + 22-The Backs •.• euclid Crew

• • • Hey Chop, grad nlte? • • r:H, Computer? ••• Thanx, Qerry, Armando, Stuart, Anthony, Hansen, and Hernandez ••• Thanx: LC, PC, WR. AM. MO. ff, AA. CZ, JDM, fiSH, ee. l'K>LO, DP. CL, JV. CC, AQP, YR. JM + The Class of ••• Qood Luck to my baseball kids; LP, l'fA, etc Thanx especially to the extended farnDy. f'ranky, Cuqul, Angel, Papl, Abuelos. Mike + Mami and Cod ••• I'm oft' to see the wizard

Sainz, Adrian

286 Sainz, Adrian

2/27/75; Boston, Mass.; 7 YeaJ& at Belen; Soc::cer (7·12); captain (9-10); M.V.F. (10); rootbaD (12); Senior Skit; Vlncam (12); Key Club (9-11); Feer Ministry (11·12); Junior Encounter Leader; Senlor Encounter Director: e.T.C. #29, #30

It's Suniga, wltb an S ••• dude l,m telling you, socx:er Is the best sport In tbe worta ..• #10 119 ••• eb eh piper sc:ndf we're sWl puppies •.. 8uttUk. you tblnk you're big •.• a8anlnl ••• Roly'a back there ••• FAdleVedder kicked me lit thefacel ••• Cbao pUSh ups 200 ••• Heeey Rod (c:hk:k pfk) .•• kDl yourself •.• 8&1Jftn9 aew (Rudy, Roach,Chuck. Bo) ••• the retlc Is too VI· clous ••• Arepa Queen? ••• I'm never dolngX.COunby again ••• 1s wa here toc1aY7 ••. rx-16 streetl"ak:on ••. ReLAAAX ••• Ddaw (l"ranlde, Pep, Ariel) ••• book up wlib Monica • • • l'raaank • t:cuador Is lim, reaDy ••• beat Key West ••• Hooters ••. Hey Fep don't worry you're cool ..• he's wblpped ••• Doctor Wolffe, start tapping

• Oables Htllh ••• Iechuga ••• L.J. s victory party ••• RlJ OK? ••• Kf:vln COOn ••• Bonibl1lo ••• Janet got caught, HAHA ••• I'm struaalhta ••• walta kOok ••• Qeo, remember'tanla .•. alligator pit (It's true) •

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• Senior Skit 92 ••• Lobster hunting with Javster ••• santaClaUslna ••• l never tho\lght I'd make It ••• naantii9 to lily perarts fOt liavfngftillb In me.ntJwr:mcterrullittle brother, ariel an ntJ frlends 1n the cla88 of '9.'5 ••• rrUing ••• tbal's ft. later8 •••

'2qo Suflioa. Daniel

lf26f75 Madrid, Spain

(9);

(9, 10, 12); Track (12)

Taboas, Javier

292 , Taboas, Javier

Torres de Navarra, felipe 08/03/75; Miami, I"L

7 Yrs. at Belen; Key Club (9-12); Natoinal Beta Club (1()-12); Alpha Club (11); Jour· nalism 11-Yearbook (12); Honors Oeom· etry (10); Big Brother Program (12); Varsity Track Letterman (11·12); Senior Skit (12); Senior encounter (12); Science Fair Honorable Mention (9-10); Will attend The University of Florida

#75 • FEfA AJ's House PartiesNew Year's ' 92 It was the siwpee huh?

..• T Now! Blmlni Fest '90-' 91 .• • Track ' 92 15-0 Senior Encounter 92 (ha, ha) Senior Skit-Natalia Crew " ain't too proud to beg" • Ernie your notes-for a page ..• boracha Iliad 0% Victor-acid hood-was It plastic ••. Oscar "did that wall taste good" Braves #1-Justino • • Fmakie Fear (ha, ha, hal .•. Jorge carry my trunk Mt. Cho and Molasses your on my team Mate-Qidsmobile. Prelude, and Explorer ahhhhh ..• .MOD-REFRIGERATOR O·Money • • lre "what did she say" Kristine IOU • Vall '9.'5 •• Papi #1 .•. Hooters-beforeAI's game-Claudia Park City blff ..• Alek-Friday ..• Yoyo tell Lopez you love him • Andrew Papelaso •.. Orad Night '93 Homecoming 92-under the table Lopez 4th ••• IHOP ..• POUND .•• Thanx Mami. Papi, carll, Ana, Diana, and Oliver Later Belen! • • I'll miss you •••

Torres de Navarra, Feli

294 Torres de Navarra, Felipe

11·3·75, Naples, fla 5 years In Belen, J.V.

Soccer (10), coaches Award (10), Varsity Soccer Letterman (1(>-12), Captain (10), Peer Ministry (12), Sophomore Encounter Leader (11), Senior encounter Leader (12), Big Brother (12).

1·27·75;4yrs.

(9-12); Key Club (10); Soccer (9,

12); Volleyball (11); Peer Ministry; Sr. encounter Leader

David L.

Wolffe, Eduardo

Zumarraga,

Carlos

Zumarraga, Carlos

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close your eyes and the time has swept you by . . . faster than you could ever imagine ... faster than you would ever want . . . faster than you realize all the things you wanted to do intended to do . . . dreamed of doing ... friendships started ... studies avoided ... projects undone ... this is not to be lamented ... it is to be accepted ... and used on the next step of our journey ... a new adventure begins.