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nother year. Another graduating class. Another nine months -- - - of Belen. What makes this year different from any other? The answer is nothing. Stu ents '.enter Belen with the attitude ' of, ''Oh man, not school again," but when it comes down to it, they follow through. What motivates them? What keeps them going? Students begin with certain goals, certain key elements that they want to accomplish, ·and throughout the year they work to fulfill their dreams. Filled with pride in their work, they seek to the courage to face any hardship. For 146 years of Jesuit teaching, since the first school opened in Havana in 1854, Belen has offered them many oppor.tunities. As Christianity celebrates its 2000th birthday, students strive to grow in their faith. They want to experience victory in all of their endeavors by succeeding in whatever they undertake. Let this book serve as a reminder of everything students have endured throughout the year to show PRIDE, demonstrate COURAGE , build FAITH, and achieve VICTORY.
Nick Torres
photo by Alex Odriozola
Finally!!! Schools out, finals are done, no more papers, deadlines, or bells. It's summertime!
Summer gives students a time to relax. Yet, some see summer as an opportunity to earn some cash
"I work so I can have money to spend during the summer and for next year/' said senior Pedro Munilla, who worked in construction.
Others view summer as time to fulfill community service requirements.
"I love working with the kids in the Dominican Republic; it gives me a good feeling to see them happy/' said junior Alex Zuriarrain.
Athletes use summer to train for the upcoming school year.
"I workout and run everyday so I can be a good football player and be able to help my team/' said junior Alex Paret. The football team trains five days a week.
· Chris Cleveland
Junior Peter Miranda busses tables at a busy restaurant, Burger Bob's, at the Granada Golf Course.
Senior Nick Torres shows affection toward his boss Ana Amador. Torres has been working at Eckerds for the past year.
Junior Alex Zuriarrain travels to the Dominican Republic every summer. Zuriarrain enjoys taking children on nature hikes.
pho t os by Chris Cleveland, Jorge Palmerola and Mr. Rafael Ross
Squirm Members Chris Cleveland, Rigo Nunez, Alex Rivera, Norbert Benitez, Marcelo "W AW A" Guerra, and Thomas Pia display their own version of an Egyptian pyramid.
Seniors Jorge Bustamante and Thomas Pia club the night away at Club St. Croix in Coconut Grove.
Seniors chill at a Squirm gettie once everybody has left.
Juniors Mike Cantens, Javi Perez, Mike Morin, and Papo Manrara just take it easy.
photos by The Squirm and Nick Tor res
Junior Javi Perez prepares for a night out by first eating dinner at Hooters in the Grove.
Seniors Norbert Benitez and Alvaro Hurtado have some munchies after a long night out.
Senior David Alonso tries to impress the ladies with his flashy moves.
of activities for students to he weekend. Some go out ers live the single life by ubs searching for that speci-
n houses and clubs; just my friends is cool/' said
rved type there are getouses such as Joffreys in the
with my girlfriend at the gettie," said senior Mike
Chris Cleveland
Senior Marcelo Guerra takes a break from his bouncing duties to spend some time with his girlfriend, Lourdes senior Tessie Bollar.
Belen dances are form of partying for many students. The kickoff dance was a huge success, raising over $ I I ,000.
photos by Bryn-Alan and Echoes Staff
rr. v1ctor Hernandez Sj, is Regional Superior o the Antilles jesuits.
the will also be spiritual by focusing on the needs of developing nations. Beginnings, ke bir , ring renewed hope, optimism and the possibiUty of i111provement.
"Men for Others." Students hear their motto every day, but what does it really mean? Everyone is required to fulfill a 100 hour quota of service by graduation. Many surpass that in only one year. For some, service becomes a way of life.
"I went ot the Dominican Republic. It helped me appreciate what I have. It made me feel one with God/' said junior Eugene Ramirez.
Ramirez now heads up a proje-ct that takes students to an after-school program for children of migrant workers.
Others, such as seniors jose Andion and Raul Montenegro work to eliminate iodine deficiency disorder, the leading cause of mental retardation in the world.
junior Alex Zuriarrain, meanwhile, takes a group of students to the Miami Bridge, a shelter for truant, ungovernable and runaway children.
Mike Cantens
Left: Junior Mike Cantens does heavy lifting at Naranja.
Bottom: Volunteers and residents of the Dominican town work together.
Bottom: Students
Top: Danny Mojeno, Javi jacomino, Alez Zuriarrain, and Mike Forrest enjoy breakfast before helping their community.
Middle: Junior Javi Jacomino and alumnius J.P. Fernandez take a break from building a bridge.
Top: Junior Mauricio Montie l helps paint the inside of a learning center for migrant workers.
Brian Costa, Nick Torres, Carlos Trujillo, Raymon Crego, J.P. Bermudez, and Victor White play "man-hunt" at a Key Club retreat.
ID TH DO R OCHRI
'f The Mass is a great ext j perience for those who want to experience first hand God's word," said Father Jose Tey SJ . At one special Mass this year members of the faculty became Eucha r istic minis t ers
"Becoming a Eucharistic ministe r has given me the opportunity to grow spiritually and also serve the church and my community here at Belen. This is something I had wanted to do for some time now God gave me the chance not only to obtain the training here, but also to be able to minister t he students I so love and their families by helping them receive t he body and blood of Christ," said Mrs An a Fenton, eighth grade science teacher.
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I think that is great. I hope to follow in their footsteps
Mr jimmy Perez
Father Eduardo Barrios SJ dis t:
Sixth grade r Christian Carlesi co nfesses to Father Victor Hernandez SJ.
Top left: Robert Beltran,sophomore altar server, holds the cross awaiting the start of the procession. Top middle: Robert Beltran and fellow alter server sophomore johannes Quiles present the offertory. Top right: Eighth grader Alexander Costa listens to the choir. Bottom right: Fr. Eddy Alvarez SJ delivers the Homily.
Top right: Senior Nick Torres sings during the Senior Ring Ceremony. Middle left: Nick Torres , senior Thomas Pia , and junior Enrique Alard performing together at a school-wide Mass. Bottom left: Ms. josefina Chirino plays her guitar , while praising the Lord's name through song. Bottom left: Mr. Stephen Falk plays the keyboard. The choir has performed not only in Masses, but at many other school activities such as the Eighth Grade Pin Ceremony.
School parties don't just come and go; they stay in the memories of students for a lifetime. Belen has always been known for its good parties, and this year the tradition continued. With great music and energetic crowds , there's no doubt that this year's Belen parties were the bomb!
"I think it was pretty fresh for starting a brand new year. I have a good feeling that this year's parties are definitely worth going to , " said junior Armando "Ant" Diaz.
Alex Odriozola and Eugene Ramirez
Alex Bedoya shows his skills. Rodrigo Tefel raves the night away. jesus Moises bounces to the beat. photos by Bryn-Alan
omecoming Pep Rally 2000 showcased Wolverine spirit . It began with the Senior versus Faculty basketball game, which the seniors dominated from the get-go. The team captain introduced the Varsity football team before returning to the locker room to prepare for the Homecoming Game against Dr. Michael 26 Krop High School. Team captain -----+-se nior Mark Llorente called out t ames of seniors and later, , u rclassmen. Dj C-Kue and Dj Odry spun the best of hip hop and trance to excite the crowd.
"We did our job t ake the crowd go and p r.t the ball team," sa tJ ior /\lex ·ozola, also known as DJ Odry. The team later went on to defeat Dr. Krop 28-6.
Papo Manrara and jimmy Newmeyer
photos by Nick Tor res
The cheerleaders finish one of their daring stunts. They perform at all o the pep rallies.
Eighth grader Brett Dufford and his classmates go crazy when their class is called out during the pep rally.
Top: The sophomore class teaches Ms. Grace Acosta, Assistant Principal, how to "chill" during Field Day. Students from the freshmen class show us all that they got game. Mr.Robert Caragol enjoys a minute with his seventh graders during lunch. A group of students go sky high during a basketball tournament. After a long day of Field Day activities, the juniors join Waldo to celebrate the victory
It's the last day of Homecoming Week and what a way t o se I it with Field Day, the one day that determines which hom e room is better both phylly and mentally w ith activities like Barqball, bas etball, football , tug -o f-w ar, o bstacle course and b oard games. But wait , the re's more. An ot h er activit y. W here 's W aldo , the school mascot? While others ar e comp et in g there are stu dents going around Belen in a franti c craze looking for Waldo. With Field Day com i ng to an end, everyone unwound at the annual senior-faculty game and pep-rally The senior-faculty game was a nail biter from the word go The faculty team never gave but, came up short losing by one point. "Honestly I thought it was a success, Homecoming week and Field Day and the where is Waldo ideas really got people going," said student council President Andrew Vargas Paul DiMuont and Alvaro Hurtado
Top: During Field Day , juniors Oscar Peguero, Carlos Gonzalez, Ramiro Areces, Peter Michael, Gaby Garcia , jua n Diaz, and sophomore Brian Hall try to act hard as they cla im their wac k crew, "Jac 'e m Up." Senior Andy Vargas and his homeroom batt le it out with another homeroom in a football gam e during Field Day. Mrs. Maria Elena Cartaya dresses up as a cowgirl during Homecom ing Week. Arriving by air, Sean "fishstix" Loret de Ia Mola, freshman, shares his tremendous school spirit before the Homecoming Ga me. Seniors Paul DiMuont, Ric ky Ra mirez along with Waldo the mas co t show Dr. Krop that Belen is number # I.
phbtos by Nick Torres and Bryn-Alan
The Wolverine Varsity Football team sealed Homecoming week, with a 29-6 victory over Dr. Krop at Belen. Belen entered the game with a 5-4 record and 3-1 in districts, ensuring themselves a spot in the pi s. teams came preplay, but it
Richard Stuart. "They really came up big with two blocked punts that put our offense in great field position," said senior offensive lineman Marcelo Guerra. junior running back Raymond Mendez opened the scoring drive with a 29-yard , run for a touchdown in the first quarter. Then senior running back rk Llorente scored e first of his two to put the es ahead 14time fourth
Ramirez the fans ex by showing hi school spirit.
Defensive Coach Ed Fraga tries to keep the defense"pumped" as they hold the Krop offense to 0 points
Homecoming Court 1999. The honor went to, Prince Mark Llorente, Princess Paola Chamorro , Queen Melissa Guanche and King Andrew Vargas.
Mrs. Angie Fernandez and Father Marcelino Garcia Sj enjoy the · Homecoming Dance.
Carol Vidal, Danny Masvidal, Christy Guerra and Rodrigo Tefel represent the junior class at Homecoming.
junior juan Diaz "making a funny," illustrates his waitering skills
The Homecoming Dance was the perfect conclusion to the Homecoming Game in which the Wolverine's destroyed Krop 29-6 on Fri. Nov.12. Fans celebrated at the Homcoming Dance the following day Sat. Nov. 13 at the Intercontinental Hotel.
Students arrived to the long anticipated dance in pin stripe suits ready to party. At the dance, Homecoming Court was announced after a dinner that consisted of chicken and pasta. Honors went to Andrew Vargas and Melissa Guanche, Homecoming King and Queen.
"I partied like it 1999 wait a minute! It is 1999!. Hmm, it makes you wonder about that song .. I guess I partied pretty hearty .. Haha that rhymed .. Ok ok 33 I had fun," said senior Thomas Pia. --+----
Junior Arturo Ferreira raves the night away at Homecoming.
Senior David Cruz and his girlfriend Vanessa Pausa head to the dance floor.
David Cruz
"Oh my God! I love this song." Party-goers get into the sounds of OJ Ralph.
The academic awards cere mony was a huge success. The guest speaker, Mr. Anto nio Abella, had everybody's attention. "I found the ev ening fascinating because we ca me together as one big Be l en family and shared our joy with all our fr iends as we recie ved our awards," said junior Oscar Peguero. Another junior, Alex Se lem, comme nted, "My parents were crying tears of joy and m y girlfriend was very happy too " Freshman, Rolando Vicari a said, "I knew I was getti ng three awards and I knew in exactl y what classes I was getting them, bu t I was still very happy and excited to recieve them." After recieving his aw ards, Rolan do went to Versailles with his family where he saw many familiar faces all around him, including classmate Aldo Riesgo who swept the awards for ninth grade.
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Left: Se niors Paul Michael, Miguel T eller ia, Adrian de los Reyes, and junior Peter Michael eagerly awa it to recieve their awards.
Bot tom Left: Carlos de Ia V ega celebrates with his family, w ho is very proud of him, before leaving the ceremon y.
Mrs. Marta Vidal, eighth grade Spanish teacher and Mrs. Gisela Leon, ninth grade Spanish teacher, listen to the guest speaker.
Junior Alex Selem hugs his mother with joy after recieving his awards.
Mr. Tony Alexander, head of the English Department, guides his students through the epic, The Odyssey. photos by Norbert Benitez, Carlos Miranda, Mike Morin, and Javier Perez. Top to bottom: Mr. Leo Williams, Mrs. Cristina Casero, Ms. Susana Gonzalez, Mr. Richard Signore, Mr. Rafael Ross, Mr. Tony Perez, Mrs. Aimee Busquet, Mr. Gus Perez
Mr. Sam Vega prepares to review some paperwork. Before becoming a counselor, Mr. Vega taught history at a public school.
Sophomores will now have an opportunity to take the PSAT before their junior year, thanks to the efforts of the Guidance Department.
"This is a terrific head start. Now I'll be even more prepared for this test," said Jay Suarez.
The competitive test is important for students who need scholarship money to attend college. A high score translates into multiple offers.
"Thanks to my PSAT results, I received a letter of acceptance from MIT," said junior Chicho Perez. Juniors, and now sophomores, take the PSAT to prepare for the SAT their senior year.
"I felt that it would be good practice for the PSAT that they will take junior year," said Mr. Ralf Ledesma, counselor.
Cantens and Abel Lera
Mrs. Camila Suarez, department secretary, plans for a college visit.
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Top: Mr. Sam Vega answers phone calls from parents.
Left: Mr. Dan Montesi and eighth grader David MacNamara plan a Photography Club activity. Mr. Montesi is the club's adviser.
Counselor Mr. Ralf Ledesma and Mrs. Chairmaine lcaza review transcripts to evaluate the progress of juniors and seniors.
Mrs. Marie jean Miyar, humanities chair, is very excited by the challenge of teaching the largest junior class ever, 140.
An honors art history class taught by Mrs Miyar is a new addition to the curriculum.
The humanities department is looking forward to the building of the lgnation Center for the Arts, which will house a theater, art studio, art gallery , music room and a projection room.
"I can't wait till we get to use the lgnatian center," said junior Alex Paret.
Mr. Stephen Falk, sixth grade music teacher, takes a break from cafeteria duty.
Mr. Leo Nunez, art history teacher and executive assistant principal, works in his office.
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Fr Eduardo Alvarez SJ, philosophy teacher, greets new st1 dents.
Mr. Ignacio Font, art teacher, is regaled by the Bennigan's staff for his "birthday." Mr Font, A.K.A. "VIady" joined yearbook staffers at a summer convention in St. Petersburg, Florida.
photos by D. Cruz
Mrs. Marie jean Miyar, Humanities chair and art history teacher, grades one of her killer tests.
The Math Department prepared for the cutting edge of the year 2000 by adding new textbooks for the middle school, requiring more students to use calculators, and installing at least one computer per classroom.
"We're the best department," said junior math teacher Mr. Jimmy Perez. The new middle school books include some splashy graphics. "The graphics make it easier to teach," said sixth grade math teacher Mrs. Brenda Ross. Juan Diaz & Alex Odriozola
Mr. Juan Flores reminds junior Billy Wood it's time to shave.
photo by Michael Morin
Mrs. Carol Vila helps senior Ricardo Barea with his homework.
photo by Juan Diaz
Mrs. Brenda Ross teaches sixth graders. Over the summer, she and Mr. Rafael Ross of the English Department taught a Medieval Arts course. photo by Alex Odriozola
Mr. Jimmy Pere z
photo by Alvaro Hurtado
Mr. Jose Roca
photo by Juan Diaz
Mrs. Miriam Cambo-Martinez
photo by Alex Odriozola
Mrs. Teresita Campos shares her lunch with junior Javier Perez.
Mr. Ger man Delgado pho to by Mark Llorente
photo by Michael Morin
Ms. Maria Fiorenza
photo by Alex Odriozola
Ms. Gisell Castillo photo by Juan Diaz
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he growing popularity of weightlifting has drawn more students to use the facility. Weight room use has expanded dramatically in recent years. The more frequent use of the weight room has taught students the proper way to work out without hurting themselves.
"Students get a more complete physical fitness program with the increased use of the weight room. They are learning the safety factors of working with the equip, ment," said department chair Mr. Richard Stuart. Mr. Stuart would like to offer a weight training elective for juniors and seniors in the near future.
"I love you this much."
photos by Papo Manrara
Mr. Angel Aparicio shows admiration for his students.
Freshman David Caballero strains to max out on bench press. Most students like working out in the weight room because it opens up time for other things after school.
"Huh? Weight-training? "
junior Cesar Alvarez
In the next couple of years, a new science building will house classes and labs in one location.
"I am really looking forward to the new science wing where each science class will have its own lab," said eighth grade science teacher, Mrs. Mercedes Garcia.
In addition, Mr. Rolando Sucena, freshman science teacher, has re-activated the Environmental Club. "We are the first school in the state of Florida
to make a report of a mangrove study and send it to Ta ll ahassee , " he said.
Lastly, Mrs.Annie Fenton, eighth grade science teacher, will be advising a new organization, the Middle School Science Club.
Mr. Adalberto Burke, physics instructor, teaches senior Marcelo Guerra.
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Mrs. Mercedes Garcia, sixth grade science teacher, explains to John Paul Gonzalez, Chris Machado, Miguel Angel Nunez, and Rolando Santos the harmful effects of ingesting household chemicals.
o, e venth grade science teacher, strates how the electrolytes in water with a salt content illuminate a lightbulb.
photo by Frankie Larrieu
partment chair
Mrs. Annie Fenton, eighth grade science teacher, also moderates the Middle School Science Club.
photo by Manny Larrieu
Mr. Ralph Fernandez, seventh grade science teacher, demonstrates his Kryptonian strength as he tries to intimidate an Echoes photographer.
photo by Mark Llorente
1999-2000
The New Millenium
Another day in the daily Miami Herald with Mr. Eugene Zoller, eightl grade civics teacher.
"Don't start a sentence with umm," Mr. Patrick Collins, head social studies department, incorporates speaking techniques alor with government.
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Getting ready for the Convention .. .
hree members of (9 the Social Studies Department will attend the National Council of Social Studies convention, a first for the school.
"I feel teachers need to constantly update their methodology to reach their students and grow intellectually, assuring they do not become stagnant," said Mr. Charles Cleveland.
Mr. Patrick Collins, junior U.S. Government; Mr. Charles Cleveland, junior economics; and Mr. Thomas DeQuesada, senior Latin American history and freshman
world history; will attend in an effort to learn about the developments in technology, software, textbooks, and ideas from nationally known speakers which will include ex-German president Helmut Schmidt, chairman of the NAACP Julian Bond, radio personality Ray Suarez, and even television host Mr. Rogers, among others.
Carlos Miranda and Jorge Palmerola
1r. Thomas de Quesada encourages students to participate.
lr. Jorge Martinez answers questions on his famous Rough Rider class.
Dr. Brian Wentzel prepares one of his psychology exams, which students would love to get their hands on.
Fr. Victor Hernandez SJ and Fr. Francisco Perez-Lerena SJ have lunch in the cafeteria.
Mr. Javi Argamasilla cruises down the stairs after the dismissal bell rings. Mr. Argamasilla also coaches JH football.
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The Blue Ribbon Commitee named the Theology Department the ''most exemplary" department because of its emphasis on campus ministry and community service.
''I think we have one of the best campus ministry programs among all jesuit high schools in the U.S.," said Father Eddy Alvarez SJ, department chair.
The morality course has been switched from sophomore to freshman year.The mask project , an interdepartmental activity in conjunction with Mr. Ignacio Font, art
teacher, will continue to be part of the curriculum. According to Mr. Pablo Tacquechel, theology teacher, this project is a vital part of the morality course in that it allows the student to express himself both spiritually and physically through art.
"The mask project has been one of the most effective and rewarding experiences for the students and for myself as well," he said.
Top Row: Ms. Josefina Chirino, Mr. Pablo Taquechel, Mrs. Angie Fernandez
Bottom Row: Deacon Robert O'Malley, Mr.Jerry Garcia
Mark Llorente and Jimmy Newmeyer
Mr. Ariel Fernandez waves to students as they welcome him on the first day of school.
photos by Alvaro Hurtado, Mark Llorente, Papo Manrara, and Mike Morin
Father Marcelino Garcia Sj enjoys the music at the Homecoming Dance.
Dedication, service, and leadership. These are all words that describe Mr. Leopolda Nunez Executive Assistant Pr incipal. Throughout his 25 years here, Mr Nunez has been an integral part of Belen. Recently 30 juniors were amazed when days after turning in their 8 page research papers, Mr. Nunez had the rn graded.
"I was in awe when he had them days later, " said juan Pablo Broche. His character and ethics serve as an inspiration to those who know him. His dramatic lectures keep students alert and intere sted.
Father Marcelino Garcia SJ has been President of Belen for 16 years and principal for 8. Under his tenure, Be len has grown; the V section, cafeteria expansion, auditorium renovations, computer re source center, and gym are a few of the many innovations he has contributed. However, he takes no credit.
"It is a team effort between the faculty, teachers , and the board of advisors," he said. Frankie and Manny Larrieu
photos by Frankie Larrieu
Why does Belen have so many Assistant Principals?
"We want to be available to all students," said Modern Languages chair and Assistant Principal Mrs.Beatriz jimenez.
Did you know that almost all of the Assistant Principals also teach?
The students get to know them as a teacher, and that allows for all of the Assistant Principals to better know the students. That makes Belen unique. The Assistant Principals, who are in charge of different departments, meet once a week to discuss what is going on in Belen.
"What most students don't know, rs that we have an open-door policy," said Mrs. jimenez.
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Assistant Principal Mr.Brian Wentzel watches the junior footb a I I g a m e during F i e I d Day. Ms. Grace Acosta, Assistant Principal for Discipline, prepares the attendance list.
Dr. Armando Rodriguez, lecturing in his Latin American history class, laughs at a student's joke.
Senior Jorge Munoz Bustamante and Dr. Armando Rodriguez show their love for the camera during Homecoming Week.
and Modern Languages
Mr. Leo Nunez, Exec utive Assistant Principal, m a i ntains a very organized desk.
Principal
Assistant
Ms. Grace Acosta
Assistant Principal
chair Mrs. Beatriz Jimenez
Assistant Principal Mr. Brian J. Wentzel
photos by Juan Diaz, Mrs. Cristina Casero, David Cruz, Alex Odriozola
Mr. Juan Luis Flores Spanish teacher, Dr. Armando Rodriguez Assistant Principal, Fr. Marcelino Garcia SJ, President and Principal, a.nd ;en ior Flores, enjoy the reception
OIF jESUS
We see them all the time. They are perhaps the most dedicated individuals at our school. But, just who are they? And even more important, why have they chosen a life dedicated exclusively to helping others?
Belen's jesuit priests range in profession from administrators, to teachers, and even spiritual counselors. Reasons for joining the order are just as diverse.
With a smile on his face, Fr. Jorge Sardina Sj gladly recalls that it was something growing in him since childhood. It was always a drive in that direction, always on his mind, which solidified into his life-long pursuit. For others it was more
of a life changing experience. For some it would in clude a call we may never receive. Many of us simply cannot understand the sacrifice.
"It is my vocation. I never regret it. It is a very beautiful life." It is what God wants of him, he added. "What does God want from you? That is
what we should ask ourselves," he explained.
Although jesuit history is noted by many distinguished men who have enriched e d u cat i o n a I o pportunities for countless students around the world, what is of concern to them most now is their very existence. jesuits, like other religious orders, are experiencing a steep decline in membership, leaving few behind to carry out their work.
"People are too used to the excesses of modern life," Fr . Sardina began. "It is more difficult to change direction after a life of sin."
Carlos F. Miranda
Above: Fr. Jose Tey SJ shares lunch with middle school students.
Right: The religious center of Belen, the crucifix stands out boldly against the chapel wall.
Far Left: Fr
SJ strolls past after a session with one of his middle school students.
Center: Fr. Francisco Lemus SJ attends to his work Left: Br. Pedro Estevez SJ manages the bookstore.
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Left: Fr Marcelino Garcia SJ takes a break from his administrative duties.
Fr. Jose Tey SJ returns to his office to prepare for the day.
Acosta, Grace Albelo, Fidel Alday, Marta Alexander, Anthony
Alvarez, SJ Eddy Arion, Pedro Aparicio, Angel Argamasilla, Javier
Armengol, Ileana P.
Arteaga, Lourdes
Barquin, Carlos
Barrios, SJ Eduardo
Burgos,Noe
Burke, Adalberto
Busquet, Aimee
Busse, jorge
Cambo-Martinez, M
Campos, Teresita
Caragol, Robert Cartaya, Maria Elena
Cartaya, Sister Maria
Casero, Cristina
Castillo, Gisell
Chirino, Josefina
Cleveland, Charles
Collins, Patrick
Cou, Maria-Teresa
De Quesada, Thomas
Delgado, Eduardo Delgado, German Eireos, Maria Falk, Stephen
Farinas, Alicia Fenton, Ana Fernandez, Ariel Fernandez, Angie
Mr. Jorge Busse, accountant, manages school finances.
photo by Manny Larrieu
Fernandez, Rafael Fiorenza, Maria Flores, Juan Luis Font, Ignacio
Seventh grade teacher Mrs. Hailey Ross teaches English.
photo by Abel Lera
Garcia, SJ Marcelino Garcia, Mercedes Garland, Ed Gonzalez, Susana
Haibi, Dora Hernandez, Pedro Hernandez, Sylvia Hernandez, SJ Victor
lcaza, Charmaine Jimenez, Beatriz
Ledesma, Rafael Lemus, SJ Francisco Leon, Gisela Lopez, Aida
Manrara, Ana Martinez, Jorge Mayorga, SJ Fulgencio Menocal, Ana
Minchener, Vicki Miyar, Marie Jean
Montesi, Daniel Munguia, SJ Jorge Nunez, Leopoldo O'Malley, Robert
Ortega, Fabio Perez, Anthony Perez, Gustavo Perez, Jimmy
Perez-Lerena, SJ F Pichardo, Frank Roca, Jose E Ross, Brenda
Ross, Raphael Sardina, SJ Jorge Segarra, Reniel Sierra, Ramon
Signore, Richard Stuart, Richard Suarez, Adriana Suarez, Camila
Sucena, Rolando Taquechel, Pablo
Tey, SJ Jose R Tripp, Lee
Vega, Sam Vidal, Marta
JOT PICTURED: Mr. Rafael Artiles, Mrs. Chris Besil, Mr. Emilio De Armas, Ms. 'eri Elias, Mr. Eric Hansen, Mrs. Marina Hernandez, Mrs. Rosa Mas, Mr. Jose asco, Mr. Ivan Roa, Dr. Armando Rodriguez, Mrs. Mercy Rodriguez, Mr. Lugie Venegas, Mr. Brian Wentzel
Vila, Carol Vivo, Rene Williams, Leo Zoller, Eugene 71
Every student, or almost, has made a crack at the cafeteria's expense.
Yet, over 1,000 are served every day. It truly is a wonder how the cafeteria is run so efficiently and cleanly while still serving good quality food.
"Cooking for over 1,000 hungry guys is no easy task," said junior Eugene Ramirez. "Yet, they seem to do it day in and day out. Perhaps we should try to appreciate the cafeteria staff a little more than we do."
Carlos Miranda
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Mrs. Amalia Fuentes gives us a smile after adding some lettuce in the deli.
photo by Frankie Larrieu
Mrs. Ester Suarez displays the fresh fruit.
Mrs. Carmela Garcia prepares the grilled cheese sandwiches.
photo by Mark Llorente
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Clean halls, manicured lawns, and a well maintained building.
"I have been told by students from other schools that Belen is in great shape when compared to their school," said junior David Carmona. This is possible thanks to the maintenance staff . Everyone knows the faces, has seen them work, and yet no one ever gives them credit.
"We should better appreciate them because we take them for granted," said junior Chris Plantada
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Mr. Ramon Sierra juggles his keys. photo by Carlos Miranda
Mr. Noe Burgos demonstrates his concern for students.
Along with the new reception desk, tiles will replace the office carpeting. ''I love my new desk! '' said Mrs. Mercy Rodriguez, receptionist.
Mrs. Ana Manrara handles boo
keeping.
Top to bottom: Mrs. Lourdes Arteaga, secretary; Mrs. Marina Hernandez, principal's secretary; Mr. George Busse, accountant.
Mrs. Mercy Rodriguez is proud of her new desk. Inset: Ms. Teri Elias, regis tar.
Mrs. Chris Besil, secretary, distributes substitution duties.
photos by Juan Diaz
Nschool.
ow open Saturdays, the Ramon Guiteras Memorial Library, is also available to students who arrive early to
In addition, the library has expanded its website by adding new databases such as Proquest and Britannica Online. "The new databases will help stu-
dents greatly in finding information," said librarian Mrs. Marta Alday.
Assistant librarian Mrs. Sylvia Hernandez is working with small groups of students to better their information retrieval skills.
Lastly, the library has increased its Cuban collection.
1rs. Marta Alday helps sixth grader \lex Hernandez find information.
Juniors Alex Sarria and Felipe Deii'Oro work on their government project.
Mrs. Marta Alday school librarian
Mrs. Maria Eireos assistant librarian
Mrs. Sylvia Hernandez assistant librarian
photos by Manny Larrieu
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Mrs. Sylvia Hernandez researches an English project
Location: Dr. Michael Krop Senior High School
Event: Catholic Forensic League National Qualifying Tournament
Subject: Francisco "Pancho" Garcia
Echoes followed for a day ...
Our subject finds that his first round room contains some of the best competitors this tournament has to offer. Pancho is not pleased.
Coach Leo Williams has a short meeting with Pancho concerning some of the technique in his piece.
The second day of competition begins well for Pancho. After two rounds in the morning, he finds out that he made it to the semi-finals.
After three rounds of competition, our subject finally has a chance to indulge in a good meal.
After two days of competition our subject stands victorious. HE will represent our school at the CFL National Tournament in Rochester, New York.
Upon arriving at the tournament, Pancho realizes that he is over twenty minutes late. He must find the postings to learn which room will be the site for the first of several rounds.
the best Thespian at Belen ...
Pancho finds time between rounds to perform his piece for some of his friends who compete in debate-oriented events.
After a grueling day of competition, our subject will be able to get some sleep. Of course, he will have to wake up at 5 am in order to get back to the competition.
Francisco "Pancho" Garcia, senior and Forensics team member, attended the Catholic Forensics League National Qualifying Tournament. Facing stiff competition, Pancho endured two days of battling for a chance to advance in the CFL National Tournament in Rochester, New York. In the end, Pancho emerged victorious, as did the rest of the team, eventually heading to Rochester to represent Belen. Like the Forensics team, other organizations dedicate member efforts to achieve their varied goals.
Pancho is very relieved after seeing that his final round for the day was an easy one.
photos by Sebastian Del Castillo
The National
Junior Honor Society is an orginization which recongnizes excellence· in academics and service to school and community.As an ongoing, yearly service to Belen, the society offers tutoring in all subjects grades 6-9.
In addition, NJHS sponsors Project Cradle at the University of Miami, providing service and fundraising projects on a monthly basis. They also handle projects such as a student exchange with Carrollton School, and plan additional activities during the year.
The NJHS is one of the many honor socities in Belen which include Quill& Scroll, Honor Society, the Junior and Senior Beta clubs and the National Honor Society.
"It's a way I can spend time with my friends and help out others," said senior Vice President of the National Honor Society Adrian Sanchez.
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Members of the National Honor Society enjoy lunch. Ralph Rodriguez, John Cabrera, Miguel Telleria, Andy Garganta, Adrian Rivas and Adrian De los Reyes.
Adrian Sanchez serves as vice president of the Spanish Honor Society.
photos by David Cruz
Three members of the Junior National Honor Society: Carlos lnguanzo, Orlando Alvarez, Danny Hernandez
Frank Garcia president of the National Forensics League, discusses the Brass Monkey scene in the Senior Skit with moderator Mr. Leo Williams.
If everything goes as planned, Vincam will have produced 11 issues this year. That's almost one issue for each month except July. "Through hard work and dedication we are able to produce the quality of newspaper we have today," said Paul DiMuont, sports editor. To accomplish this, the crew has to deal with deadlines, layouts, and finding good story ideas. "I think it's very important to do Vincam because it informs tthe student body of the issues and current events that affect us all. It's the culmination of a month of hard work," said co editor in chief Andy Corral.
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Left: Senior David Alonso is Vincam's resident comedian. Right: Paul DiMuont also is very active in Key Club having spent time in the Dominican Republic.
Andres Duarte, staff writer, likes to have his opinions heard.
Alfred Elias, staff artist, looks over the work of fellow staffers Sebastian del Castillo and Luis Martinez. Elias is responsible for most of the display art featured in the newspaper.
Left: Staffers actually spend little time in the darkroom because photographs are developed electronically. Mrs. Cristina Casero, Mike Perez, Sebastian del Castillo, Andres Carullo, Luis Martinez, Alfred Elias Paul DiMuont, Andy Corral, Andy Duarte, Robert Garcia, David Alonso, Eugene Ramirez, Alex Rodriguez, Billy Wood, Arturo
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Top: News editor Mike Perez Middle: Sebastian del Castillo works on one of his hard-hitting editorials. Bottom: Mrs. Cristina Casero, adviser
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editor in chief Andy Corral has also written for the Miami Herald Neighbors section.
Speaking for those who can't speak for themselves; that's what Amnesty International is all about. Students and club moderator Mr. Patrick Collins meet once a month to plan the upcoming projects. So far this year the club has focused on political prisoners in East Timor, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Argentina.
The club aids people who have been imprisoned for their beliefs or ideas. "This club has been around for a while and with Mr. Collins' leadership, we have the power to influence many leaders," said junior Danny Ad an.
The club works in cooperation with Amnesty Clubs in other schools to augment the number of letters to the leaders of the countries, making their influence that much more.
Javier Perez and Mike Morin photos by Mike Morin
Junior Danny Adan works on his letter.
Senior Jose Aguayo works for Amnesty International.
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wish more people would pay attention to us" said club mod- ' erator Mr. Sam Vega. Well, with several tournament victories and ranked fifth in the county, they are getting recognized. They are hopefuls to reach state competition as a team, lead by Jimmy Pefia and Chris Zacarias, both of whom have been to state competition.
Pondering your next move?
The team gets together twice a week and puts in countless hours of strategical training to take on the next opponent. "This team is really changing the way people view the chess club," said jimmy Pena. This team brings excitement and a fresh look at chess, according to many members. Made up of young players, the team is looking forward to continued school support.
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Juniors Alex Hernandez and JP Chavez work on their strategy.
This photo, taken by senior Nick Torres, was shot on an overcast day in the Everglades.
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'f I think that the ALf 1 PHA Club helps students learn about themselves It helps them learn about their culture, their interests, etc.," said Mr. Dan Montesi. Mr. Montesi leads the photography division of the ALPHA Club. One of the activities he organized was a field trip to the Everglades where members participated in wildlife photography.
"I had a great time and got to see a bunch of aligators and other animals while I was there," said senior Oscar Robayna.
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Sixth grader Andrew Farley took this low angle shot.
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Alex Selem and Daniel Roque along with several of the B.A.S.E.S. officers hold their club tablet with pride.
Junior Mark Mooney contemplates his next move on improving the Belen Computer Resource Center.
Ms. Maria Fiorenza tries to pass on her knowledge of computer science to her students. She is one of the club moderators specializing in the Computer Science section.
President Daniel Roque and Vice President Alexander Selem stand before their new B.A.S.E.S. office before having a meeting with one of the people involved in the Observatory remodeling.
The B.A.S.E.S. club, which encompasses the Astronomy, Meteorology, Environmental, Microbiology, Junior High Astronomy, Junior High science, Physics, and Computer Science clubs is gaining popularity. President Daniel Rogue and Vice President Alexander Selem serve as club leaders. "I can't wait to see the outcome of the new technology being given to the club," said Selem.
"Our club isn't one of biggest, because we are only made up of the leaders from the other eight science clubs"said Vice , President Alexander Salem.
Both Rogue and Selem are trying to expand the levels of technology. The club members await the new science building that should go into construction in about a year, along with the Astronomy Lab which is also getting a technology upgrade including: computers, radars, and satellites. "I forsee our club to grow to new, larger dimensions. We had the privilege this year of receiving an office to conduct our club matters, something most other clubs want, showing that our club now has become a powerful club in the school," said Rogue.
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Dr. Pedro Hernandez and Mr. Adalberto Burke listen carefully as some B.A.S.E.S. members present their latest projects.
BIasta day gives students and faculty the opportunity to join together in the fight against substance abuse. The club is headed by faculty member Mr. Ignacio Font, club president Jorge Anzardo and vice president Nick Torres. The schedule included a number of guest speakers such as alumnus Robert Riley Ill. A good friend of Riley's died in a car accident this past summer. His topic was the importance of wearing seatbelts. In the auditorium, Mr Leo Williams' junior speech and drama class also performed a skit about the dangers of alcohol. Mr. Jerry Garcia's senior theology class offered a prayer service in the chapel. In the patio students placed their sins, written on a piece of paper, on a cross symbolizing their promise to God to make amends.
Norberta Benitez
photos by Nick Torres
;wAT, Students Workng Against Tobacco, inorms students of the pitails of tobacco use. \drian Sanchez, top left, :; lieutenant & media pokesman for the Mimi-Dade SWAT pro:ram. With him is the 'aul Bell Middle School WAT team. juniors Alex 'a ret Alex"Sumo" He rna dez, Ralph Machado , 'aolo Russo , Felipe )eii'Oro and Mike Juiiez, middle, act in a lay focused on the negtive consequences of ubstance abuse. Adrian anchez and brother 1ario Sanchez, bottom, ccompany SWAT state
"We practice very hard for our performances. Our goal is to please the audience," said President Frank Garcia.
The Forensics team is led by Garcia and Advisor Mr. Leo Williams. The team spends countless hours memorizing speeches and plays in hopes of winning county-wide, state-wide and even nation-wide competitions, such as the Blue Key National Tournament held in Gainesville, Florida.
"There is no better feeling than winning a competition that we have practiced many hours for," said senior Alfred Elias.
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Seniors Sebastian del Castillo and Frank Garcia, and junior Alex Plasencia give a thumbs up for their performance.
unior Mike Nunez, Mr. Leo Williams, and Frank Angones hold up trophies which they won at the Blue Key Tournament.
;enior Alfred Elias practices his upcoming performance.
Felipe dell' Oro reads from the "History of America."
photos by Chris Cleveland
Key Club has proven to be a club of distinction and great service to Belen and the community. Through work and sacrifice, the club has been distinguished as one of the best in the district. This coming year is no different.
"This year's group is one of the hardest working group of officers to come through this club," said advisor Mr. Rafael Ledesma.
The club's theme is working with children. One of their projects is working with children of migrant workers in an after school program, while also sending medical vans to administer immunization shots to children who still haven't recieved them. The Miami Bridge is the single service project, which is selected by the club according to the needs of the community. Key Clubbers interact with truant, runaway, and ungovernable children. When asked why they help, the usual response is, "For the greater glory of God."
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by Michael Cantens and Nick Torres
photos
Victor White and Christopher Cantens apply teamwork while washing a car at one of many Key Club fundraisers.
sident Carllos Trujillo and advisor Mr. ael Ledesma relax after an excrutiating of meetings.
Juniors Alex Zuriarrain, Michael Morin, Javier Jacomino, and Michael Forrest worked on a bridge in the Dominican Republic.
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The Builders Club is made up of middle school students led by moderator Mrs. Teresita Campos. Each month.members visit the Franciscan Farm where they pick weeds, lay down tiles for a new soup kitchen, and sort clothes for the needy. The bulk of their work takes place in December when they sponsor a food and gift drive for ten very needy families.
"On the first Saturday, after mid-terms, we get together and wrap and put together a box for each family, " said Mrs.Teresita Campos.
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Aguilar sticks his hand into a crate of cement used for placing new tiles in the soup kitchen at the Franciscan Farm.
Gaby Suarez and Alex Castro struggle to pull out some weeds while Mario Garcia already has a handful.
photos by Mrs. Teresita Campos
Top: Nick Partagas, Andrew Davis and Manny Goveiz delicately remove weeds.
Mario Garcia and Matt Maranges struggle with some shrubs at the bottom of the hill.
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Alot of credit is due Belen's student council, according to junior Billy Wood. Most students don' stop to notice all they have thanks, in large part, to them - improved school policies, senior shirts, among others. Student council takes on tasks such as planning, to detail, the course of events of Homecoming, culminating in Field Day. Another effort, yearly dances are organized and run by, almost exclusively, student council. And although past efforts have been successful, student council strives to perfect a n a lready g ood system.
"We want to keep dances exclusive to guys from Belen. We're also working on bringing in better Dj's, making a funner atmosphere, and finding more sources of money," said junior and student council member Alex Hernandez Student council is also working on bringing the school together. "We want to increase kids' pride in their school and its sports, bring in more people to the athletic events," added Hernandez Carlos Miranda
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Some members of the sophomore student council catch a football game.
Student Council president Andrew Vargas takes a moment to think of new ideas.
Nick Pat i ii 0 struggles to figure 0 u t where all t h e money's gone.
Javi Gutierrez and Nick Patino prepare to distribute tickets, as Waldo tries to hide some money in his mask.
Above: The Belen Kickoff Dance draws crowds to another student council event.
Left: Roy Schultheis, Thomas Pia, and other members of the student council count the money made at the Kickoff Dance.
photos by Mark Llorente and BrynAlan
UNDER
- Sixth Graders share their new schedules on the first day of school.
..0 Right - Esteban Carmona, aka "mini me" shows why he is the shortest sixth grader. Middle - Sixth grader Danny Alonso seems confused on orientation day. Far right - Sixth graders make their way to their first Belen classes.
The Secrets to Success
How many sixth graders do you know who show of the qualities of leadership, faith, and courage? Well, this year's sixth grade class has many, but only two really stand out. Those two are Danny Hanlon and Mike Diaz de la Portilla.
''They are the smartest kids in the sixth grade,'' said Ernesto Ramirez.
''They are like walking encyclopedias,'' said Rodrigo Tejedor.
These guys are not only about grades; they try to be well rounded in all aspects of life.
''Those guys are really nice and easy to get along with," said Danny Nuiiez.
When asked why they think they were picked as the two guys who best show the qualities of courage, faith, and leadership both Mike Diaz de la Portilla and Danny Hanlon both agreed.
''Being yourself is the key to showing people who you really are. That is the secret."
Alex Odriozola
Robert Garcia
Robert Gilardi
Daniel Nemesio Gomez
Jorge Luis Gomez
Andres Daniel Gonzalez
Christopher M Gonzalez
John Paul Gonzalez
Daniel P Hanlon
Kean Alexander Hartling
Jonathan E Hernandez
Bryan Michael Herrera
Carlos-Miguel Hondal
Bryant M Huber
Sean Ruben Iglesias
Julio Eduardo Jimenez
Andres Ignacio Kaifer
Edward Michael Lazzarin
Alexander G Leon
Giancarlo Leon
Michael A Lloveras
Sergio A Lobo-Navia
Anthony F Logan
Jason F Lopez
Willy Lopez
Enrique Lopez-Calleja
Christopher R Machado
Rene Ulyses Maestre
Christopher Marrero
Manuel Rafael Mato
Matthew W Mecsery
Gaby Bermudez places books in his locker.
John Valor waits for classes to resume after lunch. Andres Gonzalez walks to school after being dropped off
Roberto Jose Monroig
Eric Michael Montagne
Eric John Montes
Michael M Mora
Oaavio E Murekian
Sebastian Murillo
Andres Ignacio Navarro
Daniel Alberto N oste
Miguel Angel N uiiez
Daniel Thomas Nunez
Alexander A Oliva
Nicholas A Palermo
Alexander Peiia
Alexander M Peraza
David Del Rio Perez
Robert Perez
Christoph Perez De Alejo
Francisco Ponce De Leon
Adrian Armando Pou
Enrique Ramon Puig
Ignacio Jose Quevedo
Ernesto Carlos Ramirez
Daniel Ramirez-Bao
Jorge Angel Ravelo
Andres Antonio Redondo
Jose Pedro Redondo II
Joseph Andrew Redondo
Ian Joseph Rivero
Jonathan M Robbins
R Alexander Rodriguez
Alberto Abrante CONFIDENTLY waits for school to start on the first day.
Osvaldo Friger, aka "MAFIA , " shows his carefree attitude.
Mario Manuel Rojo
Andres Sardou
Rodrigo Oscar Tejedor
John Silvy Valor
Arturo Blake Sabates
Mathew Ross Schlussler
Luis Felipe Tornes
Anthony Albert Vega
James Sacco
Marcos Andres Segrera
Alexander Paul Trueba
Cesar Vega
Esteban SanchezAgrarnonte
Thomas V Simoes
Daniel Turnes
Derek M Veliz
Sixth graders Carlos Abaunza, Jason Lopez, Robert Perez, Alex Peii.a and Jose Del Valle
anxiously wait for the day to begin
Michael Edmund Santiago
Brian A Soares De Morais
Gabriel A Useche
Francisco Vianello
Alberto Jose Santos
Daniel Eduardo Soler
Andrew J Valdes
J oao Pedro Volz
Roland E Santos
David C Sotto
Carlos A V aides-Lora
Enrique David Zamora
Chris Bralley tries to complete some homework between classes.
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Nicholas Acuna
Richard D Agudo
Mario A Almeida
Hector D Alvarez
Ivan E Arango
Luis E Arenas
Donato A Arguelles
Eduardo J Arguello
Alejandro J Arias
Mario A Ariza
Jorge Azze
Marino R Baez
Javier A Basnuevo
Jorge Bello
Gaspar Betancourt
Andre Bihan-Thomas Andres R Bilbao
Albert Cabanas
Alejandro E Calderin
Nicholas Camargo
Joseph I Cantens
Roberto A Carrion
Pedro Casais
Michael E Casas
Richard E Cassvan
Daniel A Castellanos
Reynaldo Felix Castilla
Carlos Alberto Castro
u <( Top: Michael Peralta and his grandparents wait for their prize at the conclusion of Grandparent's Day.
Right: Freshmen Christopher and Nicholas Camargo receive first place in the Wacky Wednesday costume contest.
Middle: James Fenton describes the girl he was just dancing with his friend; she must have been pretty good-looking. Far right: Alex Guardiola and Carlos Manrara get thrown off the domino table as their grandparents bring back some old memories during Grandparent's Day.
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Student. Football player. Altar server. Are we talking about three different people? No! We're talking about seventh grader Pedro Concepcion. Every week Concepcion works hard at his studies, goes to football practice, and even fmds time for his faith with the altar servers. "He's working all the time," said classmate Alberto Santos. And after all this he still fmds time to go to the movies and parties with his friends. ''I like being involved in so many activities because I enjoy staying active and healthy,'' said Concepcion.
by Alvaro Hurtado and Danny Santiago
Emilio R Fuster
Michael C Galea
Thomas John Gallo
Daniel Andrew Garcia
Carlos Miguel Gaviria
Sean Michael Gibb
Guillermo L Gil
David Gomez De Molina Patricio Gonzalez Christopher L Griffin
Juan Carlos Gronlier
Antonio C Guadamuz
Jose Ortega seems to be frustrated with the bingo game that he says his grandmother takes too seriously. Every bad move could cost him a slight kick to the leg.
Felix-Andres Guardiola
David C Guerra
Jason Gutierrez
Oscar Marc Guzman
Khalil Harbie
Jonathan Hermida
Emilio Hernandez
Enrique Hernandez
Juan Hernandez
Roben A Hernandez
Efrain Herrera
Esteban Rene Holland
Andrew Michael lnterian
Christian M Jacobs
Michael A Jalil
Christopher R Jaramillo
Nicolas A Jimenez
Jorge Luis Jordan
Jonathan Hermida, Chris Zumarraga, Alex Telleria, Robert Carrion, and Michael Papastavros get together for the 7th vs 8th grade basketball game.
Eddy Arguello seen getting some airtime lets a shot go which went on to be the winning shot for the 7th vs 8th grade basketball game.
Eric Patrick Knott Christian Kruger Edmundo J Lacayo
James Laroche Richard A Lavina Jonathan E Leal
Giovanni P Lorenzo Ariel Lugo
Danny Machado
Carlos Mariano Macias
Carlos-Alejandro Manrara
Robert Paul Mas
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Ander Alvarez
Berny Ruesca
Rene A Medina
Louis Frank Mendez
Daniel Roberto Mendoza
Ray Milian
Julio Miguel Minsal-Ruiz
Albetto T Montequin
Jeffrey Montes
Marcos Montiel
David Alan Monzon
Christopher M Mouriz
Michael A Mouriz
Peter W Munoz
Antonio Navarro
George ANaya
Carlos A Nieto
Andres Nuiiez II
Miguel A Ocana Jr.
Daniel E Ocon
Jose Ortega works on his domino strategy.
Jeremy Jose Olloqui
Alberto Jorge O'Naghten
Jorge Oropesa
Carlos Alberto Ortega
Jose A Ortega
Alejandro L Ortiz
Andrew Roger Otazo
Maickoll A Papastavros
Jimmy Peii.a
Michael Peralta
Joey Perea
Ramon J Perez-Alonso
Nicholas A Perez-Alvarez
Christopher A Pierce
Eduardo Pizarro
William Rabelo
Eduardo David Regalado
Jorge Jesus Rios
Juan Ignacio Rivas
Alejandro J Rodriguez
Daniel Jesus Rodriguez
Jose Ramon Rodriguez
Carlos A Rosado
Jorge E Salazar
Fernando 0 San Juan
Christian J Sanchelima
Paul Louis Santuoso
Adam Ross Schertz
Victor Hugo Segrera
Octavio P Simoes-Ponce
Alejandro M Sosa
Alex Telleria
Eduardo J Torres
Jose Manuel Ugas
Joaquin J U rrechaga
Anthony A Valdes
Mauricio A Valencia
Vicente Valenzuela
Luis Fernando Vargas
Andres Vega
Michael A Verwey
Daniel Wiltz
Michael J Y anopoulos
Christopher N Zumarraga
It's a bird, it's a plane, no it's Billy Gill.
Andre Thomas and Micheal Mauriz struggle trying to show their strength.
Alex Diaz gets over all obstacles in his path.
Rene Medina tackles the hurdle.
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Daniel A Arenas
Alvaro M Bada
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] orge Luis Blanco
Daniel Bravo
Renato M Bringas
Humberto A Busto
Rafael Cabaiias
Alejandro M Carrera
Christopher Castellanos
Alejandro M Castro
Gustavo ] Ceballos
Christopher Chavez
Javier Cherta
Angel C Cordova
] oshua Anthony Corona
Ramon Corona
] avier Ricardo Correoso
Luis
Michael
Andrew
Alejandro De Varona
Top : Nicole Busquet, daughter of English teacher Mrs Aimee Busquet and a student at St. Timothy performs alongside eighth grader Gaby Montes. Top right: Emil Gonzalez gets out of trouble. Far right; Eighth graders show their school spirit in the halls.
Right: Homework before class! Alimer Gonzalez does whatever it takes to get the good grades. Bottom right: Alex Nuche fends off his father with a wicked serve.
"Friends
you can count on"
Good friends, responsible, someone you can rely on, and funny are some of the things that fellow classmates say about Michael Ortiz and Alex Castro.
Michael Ortiz participates in JH Football and J H Track and is an avid paintballer.
''I've been playing paintball for a few years now and I go as much as I go, but what I really enjoy is the strategy of the game, not getting hit.''
"He's really funny and is always in a good mood," said Jesus Moises.
Alex Castro plays two sports, Varsity Track and JV Football. At the same time, he maintains a GPA of 3.0. "He is very outgoing and knows how to have a good time,'' said Jason Machado.
"I'm privileged to have Alex and Michael as classmates and friends because they both stand up for what they believe, and are always there to help others,'' said Steven Pessoa.
Michael Cantens
Timothy S Halpin Gregory Hernandez Santiago Irurralde Nelson J Izquierdo
Anwar Janania Louis Jane Andrew H J oakimsen
Peter J Klock Julian Knight Robert D Leon
Jason F Lopez Manuel Lopez Jason W Machado
David M Macnamara Andres Manrara Matthew R Maranges Jose F Marina
Daniel A Marquez Christian Marrero J ordi C Martinez-Cid
Bryan Mas Miguel J Massens Edgar Allan Massoni Paul A Meadows John-Paul Mendez Christopher P Mesa Julio L Mesa
Running the offense is Tony Rodriguez
After the big show, stars like Jason Machado and friends respond to an encore.
Juan Jose Michelen Pedro] Mir Jesus D Moises Gabriel Montes Norman A Morejon Ahmed] Mori Matthew C Mur
Alexander R Nuche Eduardo R Nuiiez Nicolas D Oliveira
Michael A Ortiz Nicholas D Partagas Luis Pasos Leone! Peraza
Daniel J Perez Emmanuel V Perez Ernesto A Perez Jorge A Perez
Steven Francis Pessoa Tomas Possenti Antonio T Prieto
Giancarlo Ricard Leonardo F Rivera Manuel V Rivero Juan Carlos Robaina
Mrs. Tere Campos' eighth grade homeroom celebrates meeting their papeleta goal. Reviewing the Cliff's Notes for a big test are Jose Marina, Julian Salcedo, Calvin Reyes, and Alex Reyes.
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Victor
Julian Salcedo
Arturo
Mario Siniscalchi
Charles
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Andres
Jonathan
Jose
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Alexander
Michael
Coach Angel Aparicio talks strategy with Mario Garcia
Eighth graders show peace and love during Homecoming.
Javier Garcia Turion sprints for the last 200 meters of the race.
Ivan Lacada's dad drives into the lane beating him for two points.
Manny Perez lays it up for two points.
Jason Machado takes down yet another opponent.
tson Machado and Jesus Moises show off their moves at the Kick-Off Dance.
Right: Charlie Soto and Eloy Figueredo show off their slick slow dancing techniques. Below: Javi Garcia-Tuiion and his date. Corner: Alex Michael
Cross, David Romero, Michael Ortiz, and Gus Ferraz with their dates, at Michael Ortiz's house before Prom.
Victor Ruiz gets down while raving.
photos by Mrs. Teresita Campos and Frankie Larrieu
Javier Cherta and his date
Luis Jane and his date
Chris Castellanos, Jesus Moises, J.J. Valdivia, Steven Pessoa, Emil Gomez, Giancarlos Ricard, Clement Quinones, Eduardo Perez, and Julian Knight
A t the 8th Grade prom, everyone was dressed to impress. The dress code for guys consisted of stylish suits and wacky ties. The girls all looked wonderful with their nice dresses and some really incredible hairdos.
"The music was kickin' ," said Matt Maranges.
What made the prom better than all other parties was that everyone was just "busting out," going crazy, and dancing to all types of music. Victor Ruiz and Gabi Suarez even brought back some old break-dancing moves.
"No one was sitting down. Everyone was off their seats and dancing all night, which was what made the party so much fun," said Gabi Suarez.
But the party didn't stop there . After four hours of crazy partying, the party made its way to Jason Machado's house, which was a perfect ending to a perfect night.
I think I would be speaking for everyone when I say that Mrs. Teresita Campos really did a great job of organizing this very special
Javi GarciaTulion, eighth grade student council member
event for all the 8th graders. She deserves a huge thanks for making our night so special.
Pinned Four More Years!!!!
''Finally all those long nights of writing in my agenda, studying the Constitution, learning how to plot a point, and even writing those boring Spanish papers are over," said Juan Carlos Gutierrez.
The Eighth Grade Pin Ceremony is the last step before entering high school. All during middle school the teachers explain how important eighth grade is because it is the final year before their averages start counting. "Yeah, it is all true, but the teachers love to exaggerate on everything, saying how it isn't just a pin also how everything we do will count for tomorrow," said Luis Costa. "I think it is also a little strange that after teaching for so many years every veteran teacher only gets a pin, just like how we get a pin," said Ramon Carmona.
Manny Larrieu
Charlie Soto brings up the Holy Water.
Chris Castellaiias receives communion from Fr. Jorge Sardina SJ.
Top: Richard Puerto, Danny Martinez, and David Caballero bowl with Stephanie Martinez and her friends.
Top right: Mike Gonzalez at the cafeteria
Right: Alex Castro, Jesus Moises, and David Caballero join an employee at FAO Schwartz.
Michael John Cosio
Alejandro M Cura
Rafael A De Armas
Andres Felipe De La Ossa
Agustin J De La Vega
Carlos J De La Vega
Felipe J De Leon
Jorge R De Leon
John-Michael Del Valle
Rodolfo A Delgado
Benito I Diaz
Ignacio Miguel Duquesne
Daniel Gonzalo Enriquez
Andres Escobar Ernesto Escobedo
Alexander Esteban
Andres Felipe Fernandez
Christian A Fernandez
Miguel A Ferrer
Gabriel Fontela
Gaston A Fontela
Joseph A Frederick
Andrew J Fusco
James R Gailey
Jorge ) Garcia
Jose M Garcia
Trevor Desmond Gillings
FRESHMEN SHINE
Pride, faith, courage and viaory, the ideals of men for others. Since day one, Belen instills these virtues. Among the freshmen, one of the finest students who exemplifies these traits is Michael Gonzalez.
''Mike is a great student, very confident, and an excellent athlete who is also very polite," said Mr. Thomas De Quesada, world history teacher.
''Mike embodies the spirit, confidence, and talent with the courtesy of a gentleman,'' said junior Felice Gorodo.
Another freshman who exemplifies these attributes is Alex Esteban.
''Alex is a great all around person. He is a great writer, extremely funny, crazy, and a good performer,'' said Mrs. Adriana Suarez, algebra teacher.
''Alex is a born leader. Once in seventh grade he started a petition, a very bold move for someone so young. He is a terrific aaor with an amazing sense of humor,'' said Mrs. Cristina Casero, newspaper adviser.
Left: Jorge De Leon, Ricky Hernandez, Louis Gonzalez, Gaston Fontela, Ernie Calderin, Miguel Ferrer joke between classes
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Right: Paul Marrero reaches high, Center: Alex Esteban, David Caballero, Rene Veliz, and Louis Gonzalez share their lunchtime with Coach Fraga. Far Right: Johnathan Mederos winds up for the pitch
Fernando
Mariano D Mallol
Paul S Marrero
Ildefonso Mas
George A Massa
Daniel R Masvidal
Jonathan M Mederos
Andres M Miguel
Alejandro A Miranda
Mauricio Montiel
Javier L Morejon
Eduardo E Moreno
Federico A Moreno
Left: Robert Samitier tries to get a girl's number at the dance Center: Jimmy Gailey and Jorge de Leon chat at their lockers between classes. Far Left: Miguel Ferrer struggles at a cross country meet.
David A Munoz-Bustamante
Alex Munilla
Xavier Antonio Navarro
Felipe E Ojeda
Juan T O'Naghten
Enrique Hugo Orizondo
Paul AOrta
Ricardo I Palmerola
Javier Paredes Barraguer
Damian Penichet
Luis F Pereda
Jorge F Pereira
Emilio Eloy Perez
Joseph Perez de Corcho
Peter Pessoa
Javier J Pinero
Joseph S Pino
Renzo Pisa
Juan P Possenti
Danny C Rodriguez
Victor A Ruiz
Gregory G Schaiberger
Enrique F Quevedo
Loren Rodriguez
Norman T RuizCastarieda
Kristian A Sedeiio
Adrian Ramirez
Michael A Rodriguez
Paul Vincent Rumbaut
David M Shipman
Alex Esteban at the Homecoming Game.
Daniel A Ramos Albert Regueyra Aldo M Riesgo
T Daniel Rodriguez Louis-Daniel Rojas Francisco J Rovirosa
Juan Carlos Saab Daniel Sabido Roberto C Samitier
Lee A Signore Leonardo Silveira Roberto J Sobrado
Mike Gonzalez turns the corner on the Panthers.
Daniel Joseph Rodriguez
Larry M Rubino
Alfredo Sanabria
Victor R Soto
Gian A Stratos Bryan-Michael Suarez Rodrigo Suarez
Alex Uribe Eduardo Javier Valdes Guillermo L Vallejo
Rolando J Vicaria Andres E Vigil Richard S Villalba
Heinz Wendorff Carlos Wiltz Chris Zacarias
Rene Larrieu challenges his opponent.
Antonio P Tarafa
Chris L Vallenilla
Alexander J Volsky
Julian Tardielo
Alfredo A Vargas
Adrian Ced Von Der Osten
Santiago Tefel
Anthony E Torrente
Derek Varona Rene D Veliz
Mark R Wegmann Juan M W eissenberg
Chris Gueits goes up for a point.
1)David Caballero and Alex Castro 2)Rene Larrieu and Mike Gonzalez 3)Luis Llamas 4)Aiex Castro, David Caballero, Louis Gonzalez, and Mike Gonzalez S)Aiex Munilla 6)Xavi Navarro 7)Jose Garcia 8)Ricky Palmerola 9)Aiex Esteban 1O)Xavi Navarro
Now they have experienced the first of four high school years. "This has probably been one of the funnest if not the funnest night I have had this year!" said Ricky Palmerola. "It seems like we just had our 8th grade prom a few days ago. I guess what people say is right. High school goes by very quickly," said Jose Garcia.
JP Bermudes gives Anthony Tor rente two thumbs up.
Nicholas Carmona greets his friends.
Alex Guardiola looks into a crowd at the Freshman Formal.
lggy lnguanzo sports the gangsta look.
Jorge Palmerola
1) David Bustamante and friends. 2) Mr. Pablo Taquechel is amazed at the lights his student Fernando Hernandez points out. 3) Ernie Calderin and his date enjoy the last dance of the night before going to Versailles for dinner. 4) Felipe Ojeda makes a quick joke to his friend and his date. 5) The crowd gets into the spirit. 6) Alex Guardiola and date.
Taking Over
Christopher Acuiia
Antonio Luis Argiz
Marcos A Blanco
Christopher D Caraballo
Juan Carlos Alarn
Eric} Arias
David Bouza
Jonathan Cardenas
Enrique Alard
Jose M Armas
Richard Bruguera
Luis R Carmona
Danny Martinez is unexpectedly squirted by the water fountain as he tries to quench his thirst.
Javier E Alvarez
Juan Carlos Alvarez
Josef A Barmoha Andres Bayon
Daniel A Bustamante Michael Cabrera
Michael Carreras Jesus A Carretie
Marcos A Alvarez Luis H Angulo
Andres A Berisiartu Eduardo E Bertran
Francisco A Cajade Richard Capitaine
Michael Castellon MarcoM Chin
Brian Costa ponders intensely what the football team has to do to win the Homecoming Game.
NOT PICTURED : Daniel Aguerrevere, Alex Diaz, Steve Iglesias, Luis Perez
Andres Chiriboga
Enrique D Escobar
:::hristopher W Garcia
Adrian Correa
Christopher Dominguez
Eric J Esteban -
Emmanuel Garcia
Brian C Costa
Eduardo G DuQuesne
Mike Fenton
Ignacio J Garcia
Jonathan J Co to
Giovanni FernandezKincade
Jeremy L Garcia
Martin Cruz- Mesa Allen De Castro
Renzo G Effio Rafael G Egues
Camilo A Ferro Christopher A Fleites
Jose D Garcia-Tunon Mark A Gayol
Juan Bruno De La Fuente
Andre Enriquez
Jonathan M Fojo
Jonathan I George
Enrique Alard shows his school spirit during Homecoming Week.
Christian Marin, Nick Valverde, Jonathan Cardenas, Eddy Bertran and Joey Armas at the Columbian booth in the Modern Language Fair.
Nick Gimbel, Giovanni Kincade, Thomas Jardon, Gabi Pumariega, Luis Lobo-Navia and Jonathan Cardenas competed at Brown University for a Model UN Tournament. Kincade won the highest honor, Outstanding Degree.
Wise Fools
A "wise fool" prevails
"Con permiso, pero esas cosas no se dicen!" That is what Mrs. Beatriz Jimenez told sophomore Thomas J ardon after he shouted obscenities at classmate Jay Suarez for merely sitting next to him during lunch. Jay apparently caught ]ardon on a bad day.
Despite the obvious temper, J ardon is considered to be one of the most distinguished gentlemen among all the "wise fools."
"He is very concerned about others and he is always looking out for what is best for the school. He is a true Man for Others," said Spanish teacher Mrs. Marta Vidal.
Faith is also very important to ]ardon.
"He is truly dedicated to the Church and the faith, even to the point that he has defended it in an argument against four atheists,'' explained Giovanni Kincade, ]ardon's best friend.
Leadership is definitely his most evident quality.
"I believe his maturity and intelligence make him a possible candidate for the student council presidency his senior year," said Mr. Thomas De Quesada, moderator of the Model United Nations club of which ]ardon is the president.
Aside from maintaining a grade point average of 4.3 and spending time with his sister and two brothers, he likes to play "Dungeons and Dragons," and loves to read. His plans for the future include attending Princeton where he would like to study medicine. Make sure you look for his name in bookstores everywhere because J ardon's short-term goal includes writing a societal critique called, The Bovine Comedy, along with his colleague and best friend, Giovanni Kincade.
Nicholas Gimbel
Frankie Larrieu
Unstoppable
Manuel Santelices Oscar D Sardinas Jose A Saud
Frank A Stevens Jesus Suarez Pedro Suarez
Daniel R V aides Nicholas R Valverde William Vargas
Victor Leon looks downfield at a flag football game on Field Day.
Jason A Sauleda Roy M Schultheis Jason M Sirjoo Raul G Smith
Daniel J Torrent Jose A Torres Daniel Tunon Ignacio M Urbieta
Louis D Velasco Miguel M Velasquez Diego Vizcon Roberto C Zaldivar
Marcos Alvarez, Enrique Alard, Roy Schultheis, Richard Bruguera, and Robert Zaldiva celebrate after taking the Belen entrance exam in 1996 Little did they know they would b, admitted and remain in Belen through sophomore year.
School Autographs--.....
I)Chris Leyva 2)Victor Leon, Benji Chiriboga, Jonathan Salum, Nick De La Vega, Mike Montiel, J. C. Alam, David Bouza, Jose Garica-Turion, and Andre Enriquez 3)Kiki Alard and Dani Morello 4) Richard Bruguera S)Victor Leon
I)Thomas Jardon 2)Luis Perez, Jesus Carretie, Eddy Macias, Roy Schultheis, Andy Portuondo, Danny Munilla, Antonio Rodriguez, and Richie Puerto 3)Jonathan Salum 4)Joel Lopez S)Brian Hall
Below: Sophomores strike a pose.
Above: Benji Chiriboga shows off his ra· ving skils to impress the ladies.
Right: Nicholas Gimbel and Enrique Alard are having a good time with their dates.
Above: Eddie Bertran is surprised to have his picture taken.
Left: Danny Martinez dances the night away with his date.
Below:Adrian Gomez chats with his friends.
"POPULAR WITH THE LADIES." Chris Riveron, Manny Larrieu, Papo Manrara, and Danny Masvidal eat a relaxing lunch with a friend from Colorado while at Close-Up in Washington, D C The students got along quite well with the many girls they met from around the country.
Edward J Acevedo
Daniel A Adan
Jon-Paul Albert
Christopher M Alonso
Cesar A Alvarez
Francisco Alvarez
Almost There
] uan Carlos Abelairas
Christian M Andrade
Francisco R Angones J r
Ramiro C Areces
Louis A Artime
Javier A Azcue
Michael V Barrera
Alejandro Bedoya
Giancarlo Bertaina Miguel E Bolanos
Alexander Boria
Juan P Broche
Jason Edward Bueno
Jason P Burrows
Christopher Cabrera
Eduardo A Calil
Severiano R Canales
Michael G Cantens
David A Nicholas A Carreno
Orlando J Castro
Oscar L Castro
Jean-Paul Chave:_.,/ Luis G Cintron \f Richard I Coba
Eric C Collazo
Ian C Courts
Ramon 0 Crego
Felipe Dell'Oro
Armando Jose Diaz
Gregory P Diaz
Juan Fernando Diaz Andres Duarte
Nelson Duenas
Oscar A Duyos
Javier J Echenique
Alexander A Echevarria
Ivan A Enriquez
Luis Manuel Fernandez
Juan Fernandez- Barquin
Arturo Ferreia
Luis Fonseca
Michael J Forrest
Luis A Fors Alex Franyie
Gabriel A Garcia
Robert Garcia
Alejandro Garcia- Tuiion
Oscar Gomez
Carlos E Gonzalez
Marco A Gonzalez Leonardo Gorordo
Robert J Gramatges
Gabriel Gutierrez
Gabriel Angel Gutierrez
Ruben D Gutiertez
Alejandro Hernandez
Alex J Hernandez
Luis A Hernandez
Javier J acomino
Francisco R Larrieu
Manuel A Larrieu
Gonzalo Leon De La Barra
Abel M Lera
Jonathan A Leyva
Carlos Alberto Lopez
Jorge Jesus Lopez
Rafael A Machado
John Paul Madariaga
THE
HE'S
Papo Manrara
Leonardo R Marrero
Daniel Masvidal
Raymond A Mendez
Antonio Menendez
Peter Michael
Richard W Nelson
James R Newmeyer
Michael A Noa
Michael A Nuiiez
Alexander Odriozola
Alberto H Orizondo
Billy Wood sports his Ninja Turtle costume during Homecoming Week. Wood is well-known for his comical sense of humor.
Armando "Ant" Diaz contemplates how grass grows during the Lourdes Mini-Olympics Many students from Belen participate in the Olympics which occur once a year.
DOWN FOR
COUNT Ivan Enriquez pins JP Albert on one of the school's many picnic tables Ivan is a captain of the Varsity Wrestling team
TANDEM TERRORISTS Cousins and close friends Manny and Frankie Larrieu stare down the camera.
HUH? Jorge Navarro and Carlos Gonzalez attempt to read Shakespeare upside down. It appears as though Hooked-on-Phonics doesn't work for everyone.
Guillermo J Ovies
Daniel Padilla
Michael J Palacio
Jorge Palmerola
Alejandro J Paret
Oscar J Peguero
Jorge G Pella
Javier Perez
Juan C Perez
Luis A Perez
Christopher Plantada
Alexis N Plasencia
Justin J Puente
Ignacio A Quintana
Eugene Ramirez
David J Reboso
Christopher A Riveron
Alexander Rodriguez
Alexander C Rodriguez
Richard J Rodriguez
Robert J Romero
Hector C Roos
Daniel A Roque
Paolo Russo
Carlos A Salgado
Andre R Sanchez
Jay A Santiago
Antonio Sarda
Alejandro L Sarria
Alexander Selem
Oscar Duyos fervently cheers on his teammates during the Homecoming Game
KING OF THE WORLD. "Lil Javi" Perez extends his arms and says "The world is mine!!" while at the CSPA yearbook convention at Columbia University in New York City.
Nick Carreno throws the shot-put during a dual meet in Belen. Carreno also plays Varsity Football.
Jose A Soler
Felipe J Tudela
Mauricio Villasuso
Victor A White
Edward Clinton Stanly II
Javier A Valdes
Peter G Volsky
William C Wood
Jorge Luis Suarez
Rodolfo ValdesCastaneda
Emilio Volz
Alexander Zuriarrain
Roman V Taran
Mario J Velez
Rodrigo Tefel
Carlos Trujillo
Alex Garda-Tunon and Michael Noa perform an act from the Forensic Team's play "The Complete History of America Abridged."
The "I got detention for wearing my jacket inside-out" Club holds one of its monthly meetings.
GIVING BACK. Juniors give back to the community that gave them so much. They joined Senator Bob Graham at the naming of the Dante Fascell Visitor Center in Biscayne National Park. With the group is also Mr. Patrick Collins, social studies chairperson
I)Juan Diaz 2)Aiex Sarria, Papo Manrara and Jimmy Newmeyer 3)Billy Wood 4)Liana Villanueva and Carlos Gonzalez S)Jimmy Newmeyer 6)Andres Duarte ?)Alex Hernandez 8)Ramon Crego, Javier Valdez, Robert Romero, Alex Franyie, Juan Perez, Victor White and Oscar Duyos 9)0scar Peguero IO)Dria Rodriguez and Jimmy Newmeyer I I)Ramon Crego 12)Javier Jacomino and Alex Zuriarrain 13)Rodrigo Tefel 14)Gabi Garcia, Javier Perez, Ramiro Areces, Danny Padilla and Andres Duarte IS)Miguel Bolanos, Michael Morin and Alex Bedoya
esta para ti, nadie te lo quita.
Willy Chirino
Thomas, Geof, Dave , Mark, Mike, Adrian, Jon, Wito, Jorge and Guti find a comfortable seat. Calvin : People
Tough times don' t last but tough people do. Vince Lombardi
Limp Bizkit
Jose Romero shakes hands with his opponent at a volleyball match.
Yeni , Vidi, Vici.
V Julius Caesar
George Carlin
Two roads diverged in
wood, and I - I took the one less traveled by, that has made
the difference Robert Fr
Edgar Allan Poe
I found out earlier that nothing comes from nothing. You got to work hard for what you want. Clint Eastwood
"I wage not any feud with death for changes wrought on form and face; No lower life than earth's embrace May breed with him, can fright my faith" Alfred Lord Tennyson With God, without fear, I can't be
The
When you can't have what you want, it is time to start wanting what you have. Unknown
It's not about
size of
dog in the fight; it's about the size of the fight in the dog. Unknown
Eddy, Chuchi, Guti, Alex , Raymond, Nick, Albert, Robert, Jon, Alex and Andres at Grad Nite
A witty saying proves nothing.
Voltaire
We few, we brave few, we band of brothers. He who shed his blood today for us shall now be our brothers.
- Henry V - William Shakespeare
Snookie
here.
Tough times don't last, tough
Pedro M. Munilla
Zadi Desme goes casual during Homecoming Week.
witty saying proves nothing. Voltaire
Silence creates a passionate mystery for all feelings undescribed and all questions
The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. • to\ (l , ..':):.._ Confucius
I firmly believe any man's finest hour is that moment when he has worked heart out in good cause a d · lies exhausted on the field battle, Victorious. Vince Lombardi
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Strange game - The only winning move is not to play. War Games
gain the world and your soul, wisdom is than silver and gold.
J Bob Marley
Student Council members celebrate winning the Florida Association of Student Council Presidency. Dr. Armando Rodriguez, adviser, joins Carlos Suarez, Jon Leyva, Thomas Pia, Jorge Conforme, Michael Albert, Andrew Vargas, Danny Masvida, Luis Martinez, Nachi Portuondo, Eddy Ullivarri, Alfred Elias and Dr. Pedro Hernandez.
Geoffrey Merconchini does his best John Travolta impersonation with his Saturday Night Fever steps. Alfred Elias cracks up after hearing the latest jokes. Chris Cleveland digs into his chicken dinner. Marcelo Guerra hits the dance floor. Adrian Sanchez is the glow stick king. Alfred Monteiro is "in the house."
Ralph Dominguez joins his date at the dining table.
Mark Llorente, Eddy Ullivarri and their dates.
Alex Rivera, Danny Espinosa, Alex Delgado, Chr is Cleveland, Rigo Nunez, Marcelo Guerra, David Cruz and Nick Torres.
Chris Cleveland and his date enjoy the prom meal.
Nick Torres and his date wait outside to have their portrait taken. Frank Garcia is surprised by his date's kiss. Ricky Ramirez is clearly the dance master. David Alonso works it on the dance floor. Michael Albert shows off his fancy tuxedo vest. Alex Rivera gets into the swing of things.
Gregory Bel and his mother kneel in prayer after having received the Eucharist. The Mass is a tribute to the mothers of graduates.
Fhr. Alberto Cutie of the well-known Telemundo network program , Padre Alberto, took time rom his busy taping schedule and ministering to his community at St. Patrick's to preside at the Baccalaureate Mass at St. Kevin's Church. Ms. josefina Chirino, theology teacher, presented Carlos Fernandez with the Peer Ministry Award. "I was really surprised," he said.
One of the readers,
During a moment
Jonathan Pagnussat, steps up to the podium.
Joey Alvarez leads the Prayer of · the Faithful.
of silence, Michael Albert takes time to thank
MCing the ceremony is Ignacio Portuondo.
Alvaro Hurtado, · Norbert Benitez, Nick Torres, j.C. Parets, Danny Leon and Frank Pice flash their gold.
Principal, Fr. Marcelino Garcia SJ hands Roger Puerto his senior class ring.
Seniors and their fathers listen to Fr. Eddy Alvarez's SJ homily. Michael Albert, lower right, would like to attend the University of Florida.
Senior Zadi Desme receives his ring after shaking hands with Fr. Marcelino. Outside of school, Des me is an amateur boxer.
In late afternoons under the scorching sun or glaring lights of the gym, a coach leads his team Into battle. Whether victorious or just off by a hair, he huddles his players and encourages them to persevere. Endless practices, pep talks, drills, and fundamentals make up his livelihood. He feels the lntense pressure on the field as well as off. "Coach, why can't my son be In the starting line upl" "Coach, why do we have to practice so many hoursl" "Coach, why did you have to schedule a game that Interferes with my classl" It's a wonder he manages to finish a season much less a career. Yet, season after season, he endures. For the hasslesl For the long hoursl For the kids.
Andres Carullo and his father share a moment together during the Senior Ring Ceremony Nov. 8, 1999.
The statue of the Virgin Mary graces the altar at the Senior Ring Ceremony.
Freddy Monteiro gladly accepts his senior ring. Monteiro Is very Involved In his community through youth group activities.
Pablo Taquechel Soccer
Eric Hansen Baseball
Richard Stuart Football
Thankfully this year, through the hard work and dedication of the student council, the efforts of Dr. Armando Rodriguez and the entire student body, we continued this proud tradition of Tambala being the last best place in the world I would want to go to. The dance, astonishingly enough, was filled with good times. The food booths were extremely satisfying, quickly quenching my insatiable lust for comestibles. We even had some new members in the booth family, such as the Smoothie booth, which sold an appetizing mix-
the
ture of ground ice and fruit. The rides were surprisingly okay. By far the best and most original part of the
This exhibition showed just how much more a Belen student is superior to others. Namely by showing how we can all sing and dance like N'sync, and play the drums. There were many acts but the best were performed by sixth grader Bobby
a.k.a. the
These three demonstrated supreme skills in their selected mediums. The main reasons for the talent
tremendous success were the two
Ruben Marrero Basketball Fidel Albelo Wrestling
Robert Caragol Swimming
jerry Jones Basketball
Victor Arrieta
Seniors Thomas Pia and Alex Delgado work the announcement booth In the cafeteria.
Tom bola was
talent show.
Gilardi,
Drummer Boy, sophomore Enrique Alard, who sang, and seventh grader Julio Minsai-Ruiz who played the piano.
show's
acts
junior Billy Wood,
the proper way to take down an opponent.
Junior cross country runner Alex Bedoya keeps a nice even pace during his run.
Sophomore Danny Martinez extends to catch a fastball. Martinez also plays/stars on the JV football team.
Senior Marcelo Guerra blocks for Junior Ramon Mendez as he hauls to gain some yards during the Homecoming game against Dr. Krop.
demonstrates
junior Chris Alonso tries his best to keep his balance while wrestling a member of the Pace wrestling team.
Below: junior jason Bueno, swims down the pool during a water polo match against Braddock Sr. High. This was the first game of the year which proved victorious for coach Marques Carvalho as well as the players.
junior jimmy Newmeyer proves that "white men
Senior Jose Alvarez shoots a goal at the water polo team's first match of the year against Braddock Sr. High. Alvarez Is one of only four returning players from last year's team.
Sophomore joaquin Sanchez throws his fastest pitch during the second fame of the varsity baseball season.
junior Mike Morin jumps, with all his might, to spike the volleyball for an extra point during the first game of the year.
Navarro swings with determination.
( ;:)()pnomore trtc Arias tries to control the ball before It goes out of bounds during a close game against Palmer Trinity.
Right: junior Gabriel Garda races down the court In a district game against DASH.
Below: jorge Munoz Bustamante compete's at Brevard Community College where the State-Championship races were held. He led the team with a sixth place finish among all competitors.
After this picture was taken, Espinosa turned around and shot
of the
goals that helped to win the
another wafting Varsity player. The team made It as far as regfonals, but lost to Gulliver
missing five starting teamates.
Senior Danny Espinosa uses his soccer skills on a different battlefield trying to split the uprights on his PAT.
Above: Senior Ignacio Portuondo dribbles down the court staring down the DASH defense In preparation for his next move.
Above: Senior jonathan Pagnussat, Varsity soccer player, gets set to pass the ball. The Wolverines won against Palmer Trinity 3-2.
1-0
Left: Superstar running back Raymond Mendez evades desperate
Dr. Krop defenders while junior jimmy Newmeyer sets up for a devastating block. The two Juniors provide a tandem terror that most opposing teams fear.
Left: Senior running back, Chris Cleveland "slices and dices" through the soft Ransom defense. Cleveland led the team with a total of three touchdowns, the last one of the game being scored by him, for a final score of 45-28.
Right: Senior Danny Espinosa fends off an opposing Palmer Trinity player as he tries to receive a pass.
one
three
Right: At the first race of the year, at the Green Tree Invitational, Senior Alex Bertran places second for the Belen Cross Country team.
with members of the opposite sex in them. This was a brilliant move by the organizers of this event, who obviously knew the average Belen student will travel days without food or water, fighting off tribes of hostile natives all in order to catch a glimpse of the honeys
Billy Wood
Sophomore Luis Carmona shows his "Macking Skills" by picking up three girls he just met
Carlos Salgado and his girlfriend seem to be enjoying the dance.
from left to right:
Mrs. Gisela Leon thinks of taking a bite into her corn.
Mr. Juan Flores sips on his Coca-Cola as he sits down.
Students of all ages were being captured and put in jail.
Juniors Victor White and Michael Forrest check out the craft section.
Mrs. Teresita Campos and her homeroom mothers enjoy cooking at Tombola.
Junior Javier Valdez finds the best ice cream sunday.
Senior Paul DiMuont tries his luck at one of the most popular booths, the Casino.
Senior Paul DiMont acts stunned as he watches the wonderful Tom bola Magicians.
As the Rock would say, "The Zipper has come back to Miami."
Student Council President Andrew Vargas receives a massage from fellow Senior Oscar Robayna to relieve the Tombola Stress.
Freshman Gaby Fontela battles it out with his classmates for the "Tom bola 2000 Nintendo 64 Pokemon Championship."
Year book Adviser Cristina Casero and Chef Richard Moncada prepare to feed their hungry customers.
Seniors Carlos Suarez and Andrew Vargas take attendance of the students working their shifts.
Mrs . Ana Fenton seems to be enjoying her work at Tom bola.
they stam:l hext to the world famous Pan Con
Junior thoelogy teacher Javier Argamasilla sits with Coach Angel Aparicio and his wife as he enjoys his "Pan Con Lechon."
Belen Jesuit'Inv. 1st of 8
St. Theresa Inv. 1st of 11
Holy Rosary lnv. 1st of 8
Dade County Youth Fair Inv. 1st of 20
Conchita Espinosa Inv. 1st of 6
· Ransom, Gulliver, St. Theresa 1st of 4
All Catholic Conference Inv. 1st of 4
Coaches: Victor Arrieta, Julio Valdes, Frankie Ruiz, and Ernesto Diaz
After placing second at the Dade County Youth Fair meet, they were able to bring home a first place finish this year. "Since the beginning of the season, I knew hardwork would make for a great team,"said Coach Victor Arrieta. The team went on to capture the ACC Championship finishing the season undefeated.
Rene Medina rounds off the Belen victory versus rivals Ransom and Gulliver.
"I think we are pretty good," said seventh grader Rene Medina.
Rene Medina brings it home for Belen at the Holy Rosary Invitational.
Top Javier Garcia- Tunon, Alexandre Ferraz, Gustavo Ferraz, Eduardo Arguello, Oscar Guzman, Michael Mouriz, Gabriel Suarez, Javier Basnuevo, Edmundo Lacayo. Middle Row: Alejandro Ortiz, George Naya, Jason Gutierrez, Rene Medina, Donato Arguelles, Joseph Cantens, Nick Perez-Alvarez. Bottom Row: Esteban Holland, Enrique Hernandez, Michael Peralta, Michael Jalil, Alejandro Diaz, Christopher Moriz, Andres Guardiola. Not shown: Danny Garcia, Renato Bringas.
opponents
The sixth grade Cross-Country Tearn had to rely on a group of young, inexperienced runners. They were able to pull together and win a few races.
jorge Palmerola
Gustavo Ferraz and Rene Medina take the lead for the team in this rigorous race against
Ransom, Gulliver and St. Theresa.
Alexandre Ferraz moves slowly through to where the real action is. Close behind is the rest of the Wolverine Pack.
Rene Maestre, Robert Baran, Ignacio Quevedo, Julian Arango, Frank Ponce de Leon, Robert Perez, Eric Montes.
Ransom W
H iale ah ... W
Pace L
Baypoint ... W
Gulliver.. L
Curley ... W
Nap les . L
A merican Heritage . .. L
LaSalle W
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American Heritage (Piayo ffs) L
varsitv football
·The Wolverine Football team made history this year with their consecutive winning season. The team beat Ransom, their first opponent, by scoring the most points in a regular season game in school history. Next, the team showed that
they could face up to the challenge by beating 6A Hialeah High, 25-18. "This game was scheduled t9 test our team; they lived up to that test," said Coach Richard Stuart.
The Wolverines' first disappointing loss came against Gulliver. "If we would've played the first half, we would've had a chance," said senior Luis Martinez. They bounced back and beat district opponents Curley and LaSalle to clinch the third playoff berth in school history.
The season came to an end with a loss to American Heritage in the first round of the Playoffs. "We played a tough game but couldn't hold on," said senior Thomas Pia.
Although the season had its disappointing moments, the Wolverines were very proud of their accomplishments and look forward to next year.
Alex Paret, Juan Flores, Juan Broche, Papo Manrara, Raymond Mendez, David Caballero, Danny Espinosa, Cesar Alvarez, Alex Rivera, Alex Hernandez, Danny Bouza, Mauricio Villasuso, Norberto Benitez, J.P.
Mark Llorente and Chris Cleveland photos by Ed Nunez
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Top: Javi Valdez, Mario Martinez, Eddie Delgado, Richard Stuart, Ed Fraga, Victor White, Luis Perez, Walter Ricardo, Alex Franyie loaquin Sanchez, Alex Delgado, David Cruz, Nick Carreno, Ramon Crego, Jimmy Newmeyer, Ralf Dominguez, Robert Romero, Mark Llorente, Chris Gueits, Thomas Pia, Chris Cleveland, Rigo Nunez,
Madariaga Luis Martinez, Eddie ce...vedQ , ar:c eJo Gu_erra Oscar Du.}los , t:1uni1Ja , juan Perez . I 3 20 49 Yc.
tT he 99 Junior Varsity football
team turned some heads this year by only losing one game this season. Their only loss was handed to them by the
(g) h soon to be 6A Booker T. Washington, 14-12. They had major wins against long time rivals Key West, Pace, Gulliver, and Westminster. The core of their team
(g) e consisted of upcoming freshman who lack in size but abound in quickness and toughness.
"The team is not full of superstars. They all know their roles
and play them. That's why we win,"said Assistant Coach Mr.
German Delgado Leadership
was provided by various freshman such as running back Mike Gonzalez, guard Rene Veliz,
and linebacker Luis Gonzalez
1,
"If they stay together for the
next few years, this team could
be very special," added Head
Coach Mr.Angel Aparicio.
Carlos Gonzalez, Papo
Manrara, and Jimmy
Newmeyer
Freshman Chris Gueits
Freshman Mike Gonzalez
photos by Ed Nunez
Freshman Joseph Frederick
8th Grader Alvaro Bada
Freshman Luis Gonzalez
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Freshman Alex Cura
Freshman Alex Munilla Wolverines crush the ball carrier.
It was a tough time for the Junior High football team. Coached by Mr. Javier Argamasilla, the team coped with the loss of good players who moved on to JV. Some of the returning top players included David Romero, Victor Ruiz, Manny Perez, and Chris Castellanos. Their final record was 2-4.
"Even though we ended up 2-4, we had a fun season because we had a very understanding coach," said back up runningback Danny Machado. Alvaro Hurtado
Runningback Joe Dergan pulls off the extra yard by dragging two Gulliver defenders.
Wide receiver Robert Velasco scores a touchdown by burning a Gulliver defender.
Jneman Victor Ruiz rushes down the field after recovering a fumble nade by the opposing team.
Quarterback David Romero hands off to the runningback Joe Dergan who runs for a first down.
Left: The Varsity Swimming Team gets together after swimming a mile. Top row: Jeffrey Vivo, Ricky Morejon, Arturo Armand, Robert Garcia. Middle row: Javier Araque, Danny Perez, Gabriel Pumariega, Javier Basnuevo. Bottom row: Enrique de Solo, Frankie Bolado, Javier Fonseca, Chris de Alejo.
The Varsity Swimming team lost some of the stars, now graduates, they had been relying on in the 1998 season. So they had a problem, "How do we replace the stars from last year?" wondered senior Mike , Perez. What good did this do for the team? Well, the swimmers who
Miami Springs: canceled
St. Brendans: W
Key West & Curley: W
Youth Fair: canceled
Gulliver: L
South Broward: W
ACC in Orlando: 4th
Ransom: W
Districts: 4th
Coaches: Kirk Peppas, Robert Caragol
were overshadowed by last year's stars, will now be able to shine. That they did. Although, they didn't win every meet, they did finish with a 4-1 dual meet record. They also went to place 4th in both the All Catholic Conference and the District Championship.
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Coaches Kirk Peppas and Robert Caragol are exhausted after coaching for almost 10 straight hours. The stress paid off when Belen came home 4th place from Districts.
Javier Basneuvo , who also runs Cross-Country, takes the lead in a meet versus St. Brendans.
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IMI.CIIuat·distr ict cham ps incl uded fres hma n Ricky Enri quez, Bouz a, Alo nso, and Woo d. are op timistic about th e upcomin g se .
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Alex Sarria and Jon Leyva set up the offense. Both are team leaders and alternate at the position of shooting guard.
Back row: Carlos Gonzalez, Danny Padilla, Gabi Garcia, Oscar Peguero, Jon Leyva, Christian "Bird" Hermida, Mike Carreras, Coach Ruben Marrero Front row: J.P. Chavez, Eddie Ullivarri, Nachi Portuondo, Javi Jacomino, Jimmy Newmeyer, Alex Sarria
Nov.29-34 Sunset Invitational
Dec 6 vs Design and Arch.
Dec.9 at Ransom Everglades
Dec.l 1 vs. St. Brendan
Dec.17 vs. Mast Academy
Dec.20-23 St. Joseph's Cath. Tourn.
jan.4 vs. Archbishop Curley
jan.6 vs. Design and Arch.
Jan.7@ Coral Shores
jan 10 vs Ransom Everglades
Jan.12 vs Mast
jan.14 vs Gulliver
Jan.18 vs Coral Shores
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Jan.25 vs. Palmer Trinity
Feb.3 @ La Salle
Feb.S vs. Gulliver
Feb.7 vs. Florida Christian
Feb.11 @ Marathon
With experienced juniors and soph omo re and lead by the "stellar le ader ship," according to coac h M r. Ruben Marrero of sen ior s N ac i Portuondo 195 and Eddie Ullivarri, the team fi nis hed in second before the district tournament. "We gav everything we had this year. We just fell short. Next year though I know these juniors will bring a district championship to Belen," said senior Nachi Portuondo. Returning starters J.P. Chavez, Christian "Bird" Hermida, and Gabi Garcia propelled them to a 20-8 season record and a
rero, who played for and later graduated from Belen in '75, led the Wolverines in his 20th year as head coach. He coached JV for ten years and Varsity for another ten.
"My goal is not just to win games but to develop friendships and bonds that will last a lifetime. I think that this year that goal was accomplished," he said.
Assistant coach Mr. Jerry Jones was equally optimistic.
"I thought everyone gave it their best and worked hard this year. Next year it will pay off because the team will consist of well experienced seniors."
Papo Manrara and Jimmy Newmeyer
Senior Nachi Portuondo stares down a fearful St. Brendan player. Portuondo is known for his intimidating glances and ferocious temper.
Junior J.P. Chavez speeds past several defenders in order to expand Belen's lead over Design and Architecture. Chavez also lead the team in scoring.
photos by Ed Nunez
As the sixth grade basketball season came to an end, the team finished 1 0-1, beating arch rival St. Brendan, and being named A.C.C. champions.
11 Jerry always made fun either with a few jokes or some wacky drills," said Gaby Bermudez. Fernando Aran and Gaby Bermudez went to the league All Star game, Gaby Bermudez being the leading point scorer for the team.
11 I wanted them to have fun while learning the fundamentals of the game, and finishing 10-1 was fantastic," said Mr. Jerry Jones. Michael Cantens photos by Juan Diaz and Michael Cantens
Chris Marrero, Jonathan Hernandez, Andrew Valdes, Coach Mr. Jerry Jones, Gaby Bermudez, Danny Ramirez, Chris Brolly, Danny Caridad, Carlos Abaunza, Brian Herrera, Fernando Aran
The Junior High Basketball team had an outstanding season going 15-0 winning the Champion of Champions tournament, and being named A.C.C. champions
"We have a very balanced team this year; we had both outside shooting and inside domination," said Mr. Jose Roca.
Next year coach Roca expects the Junior High team to be just as good as this year "We had an equal number of seventh and eighth graders on the team. We also have the Junior High blue team of which we hope to bring up some talent for next year."
Eighth grader Ivan del Rio was excited about the undefeated season,
"We had a lot of fun this year; it was awesome when we had finished undefeated at the end of the season,especially when last season we had trouble with some teams like Epiphany."
Michael Cantens photos by Michael Cantens and Juan Diaz
Blue Tearn: coach Mr. Jerry Jones, Eric Diaz, Anthony Rodriguez, Mario Garcia, Ramon Corona, Albert Aran, Javier Cherta, Luis Pasos, Andres Guardiola, Alex Rodriguez, George Rios, Gaby Bermudez, Carlos Nieto Gold Team: Ricardo Rohaidy, Jose Valdivia, Manny Perez, Ivan Echenique, coach Mr. Jose Roca, Joseph Cantens, Ivan del Rio, Javier Garcia Tunon, Chris Zumarraga, Alex Telleria, Jonathan Hermida, Carlos Rosado, Andres Vegas
Head coach Mr Pablo Taquechel surveys the field along with Mike Montiel.
Senior Jonathan Pagnussat fakes o ut a defender from Pa lme r Trinity to center the ball.
Junior Marco Gonzalez breezes easily past a Pace defender.
The Varsity Soccer team's high expectations faced some obstacles, which only brought the team closer. Winning was a given considering the only real competition, Pace, was shut out by the Wolverines 1-0. Then the team went into a slump losing three of its last five games and ending the season with a record of 12-8-0 overall finishing the district playoffs in second place. A 20 win over Curley in the first round was inspired by revenge, payback, and simply seeing who would be the best. After advancing to the district championship, they experienced a heart-wrenching loss in triple over-time game with plenty of penalty kicks.
In the first round at regionals, the Wolverines faced possibly their toughest rival, Gulliver. At the half it was 0-0. Belen played without starting midfielder Benji Chiriboga, left fullback Jeremiah White, sweeper Miguel Bolanos, and left halfback Victor Leon. Goalie Agustin Ramos joined in the fray despite a torn ACL. With ten minutes left, one of the Gulliver players made a goal from 35 yards out. Gulliver, the team who took the Wolverines out of contention for the championship, finished as state champs. This disappointment was offset by the spectacular play of two team members. Junior Marco Gonzalez led with 15 assists, making him a possible contender for All-Dade. Senior Jonathan Pagnussat was the leading scorer on the team with 36 goals. For his outstanding performance , Senior All-Star Game officials invited Pagnussat to participate.
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Top From Left:Jose Aguayo, Andres Carullo , Jorge Conforme, Jonathan Pagnussat, Carlos Smith, Emilio Sainz, Victor Leon, Jeremiah White , Tino Ramos, Pablo Taquechel Bottom From Left: Armando Gatamorta, Miguel Bolanos, Eric Arias, Benji Chiriboga, Mike Montiel, Marco Gonzalez, Carlos Salgado, Andres Sanchez, Abel Lera.
The JV Soccer team had an impressive 8 and 5 record with 1 tie. This year they went up against teams that gave them hard times, but with hard work and practice Fabio Ortega led the team into a winning season. Among the top players on the team were Noe Burgos, Luis Angulo, Alex Cura, and the Klock brothers. The team's coach said next year the varsity team had much to look forward to in these future players.
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The 1999- 2000 Belen JV soccer team: Top: Coach ; Mr. Fabio Ortega, Alex Cura, Camilo Ferro, Rafael de Armas, J Bruno de Ia Fuente, Peter Klock, Luis Angulo, Eduardo Macias, Ruben Molinares, Robert Klock, Daniel Saab
Andres de Ia Ossa, Renzo Effiel, Alimer Gonzalez, Emil Gomez, Noe Burgos, Oscar Lopez, Raul Smith, Daniel Nunez.
Nov.16 Coral Gables H 2-2
Nov.19 Key West A 2-1
Nov.22 Gulliver H 1-0
Nov.23 Coral Shores A 3-2
Nov.29 Ransom H 4-3
Nov.30 Arch.B McCarthy H 2-2
Dec.1 Coral Shores H 3-2
Dec.7 St. Thomas H 3-3
Jan.11 Gulliver A 4-2
Jan.13 Arch.B McCarthy A 3-1
Jan.18 St. Thomas A 3-2
Jan 20 Palmer Trinity H 2-3
Jan.21 Ransom A 1-5
Jan.24 Key West H 0-1 1-2 0-4
The Water Polo season, as expressed by team member, Luis Hernandez, was, "a joke." Riddled with constant problems, it lacked in nearly every possible field, except maybe for untapped talent, proven perhaps by the fact that the team actually won two out of seven matches. Problems they faced included more then ....--------. anything, the fact that no one even knew the team existed, and as such, no one gave them the help needed to train. "All our stuff was sold and the pool rented out to the Braddock team," said Hernandez. This left the team with nothing. Many opponents didn't even show up for matches against them. For example Southwest cancelled three times, so the team never got to play them. In the end, Belen hadn't played enough matches to even qualify. for states . "Next year, we're going to practice harder, work harder, play harder. and hopefully, this time people will actually realize we DO exist, and that we can play," said Giancarlo Bertaina.
Carles Mir:anda photos by Nick Torres and Bryn Alan
Coach Mr. Marcos Carvalho plans the next play.
Richard Nelson smacks the ball in for a goal.
Danny Perez goes for the ball
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The Varsity baseball team's 2000 season was filled with its ups and downs. This rollercoaster ride was marked by the loss of senior pitcher J.C. Parets and head coach Mr. Eric Hanson. "We did the best we could given the situation. It's tough to lose a starting pitcher and a head coach and still have a winning season," said David Aguiar.
The team completed the season with 16 wins and 11 losses. One of the season high poin t s was a convincing win against La Salle. One game to remember was a district one against Ransom in which the Wolverines played but came up short in the last inning.
Next year's team shows promise, with the addition of sophomore Joaquin Sanchez who moved up from JV to replace the loss of J.C. Sanchez was able to win some tough games, promising a bright future.
The team had a winning season in lieu of some major set backs, which was a great accomplishment in itself.
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George Livermore, shortstop, tags out a Gulliver runner.
Junior Jimmy Newmeyer dives back into first base against district rivals Gulliver Prep.
Seniors Derek Leon and Henry Herrera led the team in batting and were the team's long ball threats.
Senior pitcher David Aguiar provided outstanding leadership throughout the season keeping the pitching staff in tact after the loss of their two senior starting pitchers.
Shortstop George Livermore led the team in batting average and flashed his fielding abilities out on the field.
Junior Greg Diaz had his best game of the season against Westminster Christian where he blasted his first career homerun.
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Robert Zaldivar
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The Freshman Baseball team had an outstanding year, after facing rival Key West and coming out with a win. They were led by the play of Alex Esteban and Javier Navarro who were the excellent performers. They led the team with stellar hitting and great defense finishing off the with a record of 12-6.
They were later paired up with the Junior Varsity Baseball team. Even though they didn't know what to expect next, the teams formed strong bonds and learned to darpend on one other.
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Nicholas Gutierrez rifles the ball to get the runner out at home.
Christian Marrero makes a quick throw to the plate.
Junior Greg Diaz gets rowdy.
Damian Penichet and friends get the crowd going.
Parents show their support.
Juan Carlos Acosta climbs the railing to cheer on the team.
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The Varsity Track and Field team, with only three seniors,managed to finish undefeated in dual meets despite the relative inexperience of most of the team. They recorded upset wins against rival Gulliver and South Dade, securing their 14-0 season. They also always finished among the top seven schools at large invitationals such as the Miami-Dade County Youth Fair, University of Miami Greentree, Northwestern relays, and Angelini Relays. The team depended heavily on jorge MunozBustamante, who was favored to win the BOOm run in States, but due to an injury could not attend. jorge Palmerola led the team in points scored.
Jorge Munoz-Bustamante and Jorge Palmerola do what no one expected, take first and second place at the District Championship, defeating five other runners from Gulliver, their main rival.
Alex Bertran rounds the last turn to bring in a second place finish for the 4 x 800 meter relay team at the MiamiDade County Youth Fair meet.
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Jesus Carretie begins the first leg of the 4 x 800 meter relay as the team relaxes when he passes the camera on the first lap. Carretie ended up 20 meters ahead of his next opponent at La Salle.
Record:
Dual Meet Record: 14-0
Invitational Record: Angelini Relays: 7 out of 25
Dade County Championship: 5 out of I 5
Northwestern Relays: 7 out of 24
Districts: 2nd
Regionals: 8th
States: 4 events qualified
Felipe Ojeda strides to qualify in the I00 meter run for the regional championship at Districts.
Each qualified for the regional championship meet in three open events. Miguel Ferrer finished sixth in the points standings and showed his all round versatility and dedication. Jonathan Salum came back from a serious ankle injury last year and went on to place fourth in the state championship for pole vault.
One of the season's highlights was the outstanding performance recorded by the 4 x 400 meter relay team. They set a new school record and went on to finish 9th at the State Championship meet. The team consisted of jorge Munoz-Bustamante, Alex Bedoya, jean Paul Chavez, Raymond Mendez and substitute Robert Zaldivar. The 4 x I00 meter relay team also set a new school record by placing in the County Youth Fair meet. The team was composed of Raymond Mendez, Alex Bedoya, Miguel Ferrer and Jean Paul Chavez.
Freshman Felipe Ojeda flies to another win at the Belen track. The team defeated Pace among other MiamiDade schools.
Jorge Palmerola starts the 4 x 800 meter relays at the Florida Relays in Gainesville. The team finished in 7th place.
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Top: Robert Zaldivar, Papo Manrara, Gabriel Garcia, Jean Paul Chavez, Jorge Munoz-Bustamante, Alex Bedoya, Jesus Carretie, Felipe Ojeda, Jose Garcia, David Caballero, John Paul Albert, Miguel Ferrer, Javier Valdez, Javier Garcia Tunon, AJ Rodriguez, Robert Klock, Jorge Palmerola, Alex Bertran, Javier Basnuevo, Raymond Mendez Middle: Nick Carreno, Michael Montiel, Alex Sarria, Luis Fors, Robert Sobrado, Jonathan Salum, David Bustamante, lldefonso Mas Bottom: Daniel Rodriguez, Juan Andion, Carlos Larcada, Rolando Vicaria, Daniel Tornet, Andres Portuondo, Juan Fernandez Barquin, Gaston Fontela.
The junior High Track team had a tough act to follow, last year's Miami-Dade County Championship. Unfortunately, the team was unable to participate at the County Meet. But that didn't dampen their spirits. They proved it by winning over St. Kevin at the Respect Life Meet, where their boys' scores were added from the Primary, junior Varsity, and Varsity Divisions. Thanks to eighth grader Michael Bad a's lonely point in the
JV, Belen was able to win that meet (Belen doesn't participate in the Primary Divi-
sion). Led by eighth graders Javier GardaTunon, Alvaro Bada, and Alex Castro, the team completed a successful season winning the All Catholic Conference and the Old Cutler Classic. Eighth grader Javier Garcia Tunon won five events. He won the top scorer award at the Old Cutler Classic. Abel Lera
Top: juan Michelen, Victor Ruiz, Alex Castro, Alvaro Bada, Alex Fumagali, javi Basnuevo, javi Garcia-Tuiion, joseph Dergan Middle: David MacNamara, Gabi Suarez, Gabi Fernandez, Eloy Figueredo, Manuel Lopez, johnathan Urgell, Mike Ortiz Bottom: Richard Lavina, Mike jalil, joey Cantens, Rene Medina, Eddy Arguello
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The young volleyball team lead by senior jose Romero expected to have a depressing season until ending up 11-1. juniors Michael Forrest and jason Burrows brought great performance and experience to the team. Coach Mr. Tomas Besu introduced freshman J.P. Bermudez onto the court for the first time and tra i ned him to deliver a stellar season.
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Freshman J.P. Bermudez warms up before a game as captain Jose Romero looks on.
Senior Captain Jose Romero flexes his muscles on this spike.
Leo Marrero continues his excellent play.
Top: Gaby Suarez, Leo Murrero, Mike Morin, J.P. Bermudez, Jose Romero, Coach Mr. Tomas Besu.
Bottom: Andres Garganta, Rodrigo Tefel, J.P. Chavez, Mike Forrest.
FOUR!!! The team, led by seniors Greg Bel and Jose Jimenez, started the season with five straight wins Their first loss came at Deering Bay against Killian. After this upsetting loss, the team won three consecutive matches and went on to place fourth in the state tournament held in Melborne. Dreams of placing in Districts began to fade as they lost four straight to Gulliver, Key West, and Curley. "Even though we began to doubt ourselves, deep down inside we always new that anything was possible," said Bel. This attitude led the team to a 10-4 record and a second place finish in Districts.
The outlook for next year's Golf team is good, considering that there were only two seniors on the roster. "Next year will be a challenge, but we feel confident that we will do very well because we have such a young and experienced team," said next year's team captain J.P. Albert.
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Senior Greg Bel tries to stay focused during the state tournament.
Kristian Leon concentrates as the crowd becomes silent.
Jose Canto shows the perfect golf stroke.
Canto, Kristian Le on and Danny Rodriguez stand tall, be "Golfers. "
Captain Jose Jimenez looks to take the lead in Districts
Top: Coach Mr. Patrick Collins, Stever Pessoa, The Ferraz brothers, Sean Daly, Enrique Escobar.
Bottom: Juan Gutierrez Solar, Jorge Salazar, Esteban Febres-Cordero.
Domination is the key to success in any sport. In the case of both the Varsity and the junior High tennis teams, this is no exception. Both teams finished their seasons with winning records, Varsity 13-3, and JH 3-1. When asked what was different about this year's team from other years, Mr. Patrick Collins, coach, said, "I was impressed that most of the guys on the Varsity team were eighth graders." The highlight of the season for Varsity was that they were the District runner up, and the highlight of JH was beating their rivals Ransom. Leading both teams was Steven Pessoa who is a state ranked player. Most teammates believe he made the most outstanding contribution.
Steve Pessoa shows off his killer serve.
Alex Odriozola J.C. Gutierrez takes out his competition with his power.
Nastasia Aragon performs a stunt during halftime.
checks the video of their performance at a University of Miami competition.
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Top Row: Cristy Garcia, Kim Hernandez, Luly Ruiz, Melissa Guanche, Desi Galvez, Cristy Perez, Jen Basten
Family, friends, and traditions are only a few of the reasons Lourdes' students offered for joining the Varsity and JV cheerleading squads.
"I joined cheerleading because my brother has been in Belen for the past six years and it is like a second home to me," said freshman Nicole Roque. Though viewed by most fans as entertainment, most cheerleaders take their roles very seriously.
"I completely consider cheerleading a sport because of all the conditioning and training we do. It requires talent and you must be strong to tumble and have balance to fly. It is definitely a sport," said junior Stefanie Perez. Some members would like to see changes in the future.
"Next year, we should plan things with more time such as competition. We should also add new and more intriguing stunts," said sophomore Aileen Penate.
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Erin Melley, Christy Chavez, Tashy Suarez, Yany Leon, Jenny Alvarez, Giannina Silva, and Nicole Roque get ready to warm up for a game.
Luli Ruiz practices her stunts.
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Luis Martinez
Original UVers ... Vigils ... Fab Five Freshmen ... later this year you'll be cool Nach the birth of sarcasm second M.V.P. in Golf Belen Summer Camp Did I start sophomore year! WVA creators corvettes on coral way & bus benches 2nd period study group hallways bye mikey we'll miss you is Luis at the keys?... I Ith grade turnaround basketball piners spring football... where'd baby Guanche go? ... Andy-4-Prez ... June 6, 1999 =scared straight summer of sleep football = no regrets starting DB's = playmakas don't worry coach you didn't surprise me thanx 4 all the sacrafice Dad thanks 4 everything mom gracias Abuela y madrina nach, mike, alf, andrew, mikey, mark and the rest of the boyz thanx for the memories 7 years made me who I am
Juan Rovira
Eric, Gabo, Tati, Pagz, Tony, Roger soccer practice (Espantoso ), Mom& Dad, Jose you showed me the way, Cristy, The Whole family thanx. PSBB, SENIOR W AKEBOARDING :;:cJ TRIPS!, Paintball. Car wars! What's up now?Andres, Roger's Q hat, Iii, Rukis, Sergeant Slaughter! "I'm going to do a bay < watch! " EMILIO!! BG. BUNG BUNG! Hey what's going on here guys? Carrollton, Lourdes. Senior Encounter bed bunk CJ jokes! Important night at the beach Homecoming 99, Class of 2000-stay tight777.
Belen cross-country ... track for life ... '96 XC, so close ... erik. Big brother, best friend, thanks for everything I think I have school... julio, let's rock ... mom, dad, barq, david, madeline, abuelalita, abuelo, abuela, chupi, monica, erik, eddie, I love you guys.
Mike McGee
ld like to thank my abuelal. Mom, .._, dad .. Greg(psycho!)Aido(you G-. putz!).Sasha,Andy(thanks for everything) Joe Y(call 0 me up, we'll go guard bashing),Frank(DAMN the man SAVE THE EMPIRE).and as for Belen," now that's what I call a sticky situation."hope I didn't forget anyone!
Henry Herrera
H-ball... manchild beast. my cazin big buddy my brotha you damn roider ... little buddy ... fubi-j ... fubi dave ... raymoinum ... certified soup kickers Dzzzzz's juice hal.. dead lets roll... (((bass))) goood ah? DLK the crippler!... i gotta wallet i like pizza who's sitting here? did you say tanks? moses fruity!!!... what!?!? dammit!. triax nortek queso crema the chalupa? you wanna die?!? what the hell ya doin? ... you gotta get out of here dude ... i lav it ... FIU ... the zone lets go workout hey david im flyin maui waui...trance ruff ryders .late
Rigo Nunez
Cat ... miracle center ... knuckles ... OE ... booty ... Fina ... vvvt session Wendys D.R - Wawa's house crashing I Ss ... Wawa ... Nitch ... Norbert ... Paret ... Chris -Stump- imigrante - maddog ... cataw(int) - Big JavyCesar- 54 57 65 - one less crew - 2-a-dayssophmore squirm biz- squirm invades Europe- 35-28 - owe me's - thanks mom and papi for putting up with me and for everything
Wassup belen,thanx for 4years of torture!, shots out to caspcrew - JeroReneJCDannnyBmuchlovetoour familias- summer99 rounds I - Sroom# 442roger! - juanhomecoming99 thanx"MOM" .. merci'snewcrib - martinPaolaMeluisAifredMerci - wakebordingtripssargentslaughter- SAT class .. encounter -Tonyneveragain - Nachi's bballtourn - vutt, jero my bigbro luly I'll always be there 4u babeXOXO- summer99, what a hit! (rene)St.Domingocrew- vane, mely, EJ, clauds,merci.. Maaaansion!.. LaNegra .. SeaVeetrips, it was fun while it lasted - muchlove class 2000 - Its been a blast! See ya in I Oyrs!
Richard Rodriguez
QbanFREAK uh,no right!... Europe99
MiPiaci... La Vieja!... Close-Up Encounter Apartheid literally SKITTLES, taste the rainbow ... A.P.Art ... MrFont's thought process .. . CLC ... punk ... piojo ... Snuffie ... Daria ... RICHIE .. . MAA ... uuuaah ... Goo-nie
Pedro Munilla
It was all a dream .. AGENT 3.. of the VOLTRONcrew .. SQUIRMbiz.. HBee .. fred tiger. idyblak,. jmy Iii Heffo j seaotter, im the MVP jwawa blue32XX j paret. stump. turkey. owl j korupto and wiwi-the 3sss j ladys it was fun playin the game j norbee the green tiger-we don't lov demj Agent I j dr.evillets hit the keys j cristy and clari much luv j ali tal outings j thanks aba, mom, dad, danny, & yayo, lm out gota vtt, 3eee u ro 0.. 0
Derek Leon
Belen 6th - 12th ... Mom & Dad thank you for always being there ... Dev ... Tati... Mama y Papa, los g: quiero siempre Baseball # 14 CSK Lula Slech ... DK ... Helmet ... A little soup ... Queso crema ... Chalupa? ... What??? ... T riax ... Shiznit ... Tropico ... Gizelle ... 50 ... Yeah bro ... God ... Thank you
7 years at Belen ... hey UC.. BSC.. Europe trips ... Derek Moments Let's go get glowsticks Woops! Club Publix to all my friends past and present, thanks for all the good times ... I will miss you all and never forget you ... to Mrs. Jimenez and Ralf, thank you for saving my life ... to Mami, Papi, George & Caryn I love you all from the bottom of my heart, thank you for everything you've given me ... Class of 2000 #I
Danny Gonzalez
Andrew Vargas
Little Ed your on fire squirm love I 07th coralway .. joeys house .. Mikey you will always be part of belen .. Christy thanks for everything .. To all my belen boys I love you .. To all my family I love you .. March 17 I'll always remember for what u have done for me
Carlos heal... wrestlings on gotta dip hey beast skurfer ... what the dil... what are u talking about yuyi... slaughter ... chica, don't eat miami subs in my car ... room 805 7/18-21/99 whos the heffa dmp 23 mel don't cry, its not thurs mab 143 capital grille mom & pa & jorge 1436 ... Belen cjo 2000 much love!!!. .. peace!
Eddy Ullivarri
Evil Ed .. Wiwi .. Squirmbiz .. liking 'em in 3's .. dalittle .. vvvvt!.. BTF .. 67th & Bird .. 33rd floor .. cruise summer '97 .. SASC convention Jr. Prom boat (Rocky) single for life PFL.. My boyz AV, AG ,MO ,DB ,MA ,ML, ARVADADC, CS, AR, MG, LM, IP, NP, TP, AE, JB, RN, WR, PM, AD, NT, NB, DE, EU whoever I forgot my bad .. thank u God, mom, dad, Tony, cuca, pura, abuelo, bibi, rene, and the rest of the family .. I'M OUTSKI!
#9 ... seaotter .. . ScoutTeam .. Squirmbiz .. PBS .. Phase2 .. MDCC (Mike n'Danny) .. CopacaBouza .. Wolverine Football.. Senior Encounter grit the SPOT Destiny wf Alex Danny Blaze Tical.. 3 -sum Danny, Mike, Chris, who's next? flowmaster t--J Sen ior skit .. thanks to GOD, dad, mom, cr isty, david, and all my ...._. boys .. I love you .. PFL!!! w
Danny Bouza
Adrian Gonzalez
Little's page Timothy Wiwi, Johny Korupto Beastmstr4 The benji.. Joeys house Hey baby wanna dance Party bus 4-25-98 I have auto The Traymore mikey your hearts here ... All nighters ...... comment ... nsync ... UY ... Gell ... 6-2599(yes) ... Luis I owe u... who u running game top?... my Belen boys I luv u hamster dance thank u mom, dad, & mel... Belen 4-ever to be continued
c PJ ..a < c -· roO..
Carebear ... whatever. .. tranquilo Bobby tranquilo ... Lo vi todo y lo se todo .. . "Under the Boardwalk" ... who cares ... Luxury Sedan ... Blue Thunder(Betsy) .. . Wito & Monica 4Ever ... Duquee love ... Power Team ... Flock ... Dirk420 ...
DJV ... juicy juice ... UF mode- Adrian, Ralph, John, Freddy ... All right bro (Alex) ... Gongorra /Toucan Sam ... Ehh, babyst (PA) ... Nick- '99
Homecoming ... Thanks to God, our parents, abuelos, family, friends, GNat, and Juani ... )> :J'o_O __ (f) o ro :J
J.C. Parets
Wow 7 years ... Derek we're done ..... Dave, she had her own lane Ramonium Wichoput Danny stop Lying So umm, I was thinking, you wana kick soup or what? ... "The Raves" . .. I'm not driving ... wan a race? ..... Put I Is ..... He is Dirk ... 4 baseball players and a Leo Marcy I Luv U Derek, get it stick H-Ball WHAT???? CSK A little soup for j Mom & Dad, thanks for everything ... Care be good ... So Chill ... I'm out!!!
Jorge Livermore
Ride or die, ok I'm good Wicho, Helmet, Yoyo, Little Buddy, My Cazin ... these are my people: , H-Ball Raymonium, DK, Dave ... CSK, ILKS .... . . whaaat? ... how much U bench? put IO's l'm not flexing shaaake why am I so far? did I park bad again? ... a little soup ... Maui Waui. .. how U doin? ... is that a belly ring? .. . Pahhhh ... lefty power mom, dad, jenny, mima Late!!
Alex Delgado
Zaa lmmigrante myraft owl. stump wawa celebrity nitch seaotter monkey launchpad cruise99 Dacu dacu bird&67 ... belen Footbal. .. coach stewy (ahh) ... xmas- ashing .. . uglystick ... 28-35 ... offroading ... homecoming99 ... CS- RA-MO 143 all. .. vagas ... floppydisk ... ay pero alejandro!!. ..... yeah bro!!. are you worried? ... cool mode Gety at imigrantes99 noc poe All my football bros- Visions- AG(Iittle)- EU- AVML 143 all. Mami & Papi thanx for everything Abo Nona Tia Tata Ire Danny I love you all...
I'm str8 ... 24st.* I 07ave ... EON ... checkers ... elsa's crib ... gilda's crib gil's crib Voyage2000 UF mode? ya tu sabes no call waiting laz smashed what? blow you up? ... not again ... PDS ... open house? ... SOBE ... the grove ... free carwash? ... hehe ... Much love (God, family, S.F #4, EON) I will miss you all!. UF here we go!!!. Philippians 4: 13 .1ook it up!! 0-
Alfredo Montiero
Jorge Anzardo
Dad and Mom I love you, thanks for everything ... To all CO my friends thanks for being there for me ... To my little 0 Ducky, I want to thank you for everything you have done for me I love you To my baby, thanks for being such a great girlfriend I miss you and I love you Belen , thanks for a great 7 years. I will miss it ...
Danny Leon
... Ybor City ... Empire ... Henry bit that girl... HEY!!!... Hey Mickey Pico cover your mouth Little do your dance AP ... JC "good job Mario" ... Henry stop playing golf... Good God Derek a cape ... Are you serious ... It's in the book JP take a shower T-Bag Pizzo Sea otter I 18-1437 Vic, it's almost over Mi familia I LOVE
Andres Corral
Andruco; Handy; you related to everyone in Belen?; "Go!" - Buffalo, what are you doing?; Jimmy - hows the blue?; Danny M.- you need serious help; Ed, Agu- we're more than family; Marco Island craziness; family reunions; Oki's wedding; fishing; Pete - bitter again?; how do we get rid of Jabba and friends?; Artu - the voice of anti-reason; the "Man" on censored street; Vincam 99 jOO
Take off your hat Lets go bowling Tony Tone Eazy-E Juanito FINA Chuchi... Freak Little J.Corrupto Do
Roger Puerto your exercise ... Lu ... Nach ... Smiti... M.A ... NickP ... Walt .. . P... Alex ... Pia ... Bouza... Ed ... Ralf... Thanx ... Loosen Up .. . your mom Love to the fam I leave the Quest to the SC. I'm Out
Wolfcub Roy Strangled Rat chiwawah John John
Carlos Suarez
- Chuchi. Eso no pasa en Cuba Wheres mike-oh at the opera w j ana ... HTCC .. Peeete ... Bro, my Dad ... Nini mi prim ita ... T-bone ... Greg ... Alina what r the plans .. Linettes house again ... Roger I'm beating u in all my classes... Payday Jay Gigi... Carabeo r u serious? Tony J toobad dime algo Alabao Bels party99 papi-el cafecito Hecti Bueno, mom, dad, tony, and the rest of mi familia thank you for everything, I love u all! I'm out, PEACE
bWalter Ricardo
Agent#20 Footbaii..Much love to Squirm Biz family Turkey asparagus alright Bro .. Sea Otter single for life .. Stump who eva pays .. Babar Iii heffo district champ next year .... Cockatue lets go hit a belly owl zany 4eva norbert VC crew caping vvvvvt .. Marco lsland .. Party Bus .. Getty After Powerhouse ... My CO No Limit Tank . .lt was Fun while it Lasted .. l made U'l it Wolverine for LIFE Thanx
Oscar Robayna
Three-dollar Donation*T riton Crew*Wiki Wiki*Maundy*Mac*JC*Sieeping on Reef Road* Heather* Jorge*Decipher*Jofrey's*EF* Tarafa *Danger* Full Moon*Nick* Star Wars Pirated*Bali Blue* Adriana*Lindsay*Natalie*Star Wars*Grateful Dead*TMA I*Cashed*Nelsonito*Spring Break 97*No Kooks*l wanna give thanx to my family for the support they gave me, threw these 7 crazy years. Thanx mom, dad, ralf, and quechita*
An1erica I' ve Given you al! and now nothing_ -Allen Ginsberg-
Two Dollars and twentyseven cents January 17 .1966./1 can't stand
Rafael Dominguez
Damn, it's really over (Zadi) whaat , whaat? The Grove, my 2nd home j gulliver '98 j I hate red RX7'S j Southfork (sup KAL)/Luis, Eric get out of the pool, let's go have quiet time/ Jimmy catch the ball, please 1 alex (it's off the chain!)/ Bouza (LA hist)/ Mr.lnt,j immigrantej nichj stumpy j smiley j munky j launchpad/ chris/ mark/ sea otter j bert/ nick/ wawaj dad/ I love you all, GO WOLVERINES! j Let it go, if it comes back, then it's meant to be (jenny)/ Thanx to all my family and friends for your support and inspiration, I appreciate everything you've done for me/Class of 2000- I love all you guys and I'll miss youjLuis, Eric, Joey, I'll see you in Orlando??!/ I can't believe were done/ I miss you Papa, R.I.P.
Andres Carullo
Wuz upjhey Messiahjbro shes not my sis/this is exploding with egojperfect guy & perfect girljwe r 2 sexy 4 every I jleo & Cash, im not dead/driving 2 HCjwhat a big nosejdon't drop yur bags MCjMichelle I saw yur bfriendjanother joeffrey's night/they will payjl swear it wasn't usjVolvo 4 lifejfam, friends, creations i luv u 4ever jsoccer jno me dig as "I can't" jwe wereundefeated/Johnny is waiting outside/hey wheres the party /brought 2 u by J&J 1234jlaterz
Zadi Desme
I love you Mom & Dad, thanks for everything, you're the greatest Wassup Carlos, you're like a brother to me The BoYs: Carlos (Diesel D), Robert (Big D), Alex (Pocket Hercules), Ralph ("Wong"), Raf (scarface), Diego (Simon), Frank (Snookie), Albert (Super Mario), both Danny's, Armando (pookiehead), Luis (Cantinflas, Hay Cahvalo), Alvaro, Bird, and the rest of the guys ... Korean Army Truck ... Sat. 3:00P.M footbaii .Don't Be Alex (Albert) Kendall9 (What, what!) 7, I I,double Zadi's Stupid jokes NFL2k Sept 17 j99 (Zadi Alexandria) P.S, thanks for helping w j da page dad
Frank Garcia
And now ... the dot dots . ..
Who Brings the Drama ... FTHMIH ... Anarchy in Bedrock .. . Kokopelli Desert Sun No I RCN Sweeny Todd
The Philadelphia ZBD Umpa Lumpa Milkshake Shmack . .. Snuggle-tastic . . . S-S-S-Salami .. . Cheef ... BEY ... buh? ... Vote 4 Pancho . .. Antidisestablishmentarianism ... Peace and love to all We Bring the Drama
Jorge Conforme
Dios mio, gracias por todo Mami Papi Nena I've done it! Be proud of me! nana moco iluv you Los quiero mucho!Belen you gave me the best years of my life .. Artu Many tru friends .. Jorge you are the man deg Big 0 yyeahh Umm yeahhhh listen Always pagely Gretchen luv u lots ... House Page .. Wito Jose XYZ factor why? .. I own u.. I'm not 12 I swear ok lwont belate thank you all for the good times belen its been grand but I have to move on much love peace!!
DANIEL CASHMAN Ozzie's coming!!!. FlockjPowerteam '99-'00 Seeester if you can't dazzle them you stalking mother kiss canada goodbye ... swimmin in the kiddie pool... yank her ponytail marin ... napping in art history with jay ... where's the guy? ..... money bags god bless the TC. blink me Ralph Duque!... YEA!! chickens one dollar Leo + freddy prodigy mildly? Yuri... love you mom, lisa, michele I miss you dad
Daniel Marin Pure love is found in a Princess Call me Joey why'd you call me Morin, dude? Buffalo and the peoples elbow too much blue cheese ... Flock-Power Team united at last ... looks like a German car don't it Agu? ... Roider J..... what kind of munchies? .. . Lissy and her cookies and cutters ( grunt ) I almost fainted funny how all the flock names are not our real first names Raven Rulz nugganooch!!. remember the teamster days? perfect timing feels like deja vu much love to the Marin clan she turned what a waste, huh CA$H? thanx for the Mcdonald's Lissy, I'll never forget it
Greg Bel
God; thanks for the world ... the vu ... golf... aguayos- gettys ... viv, addy love ya ... carrolton ... val, merry, nina, annika, nicole, milly. muah salas - catalogue I'll try being nicer if you'll try being smarter - I'm not being rude. You're just insignificant horror nights ... dave, chris, you're my bros ... chuchi, you're my little bro ... my dad!... J, what happened? ... mohican, andres, bob, vtec, eric, guti... the riv bro, lets take out the jag - for all you nonbelievers, wait and see, I'm gonna make my dreams come true!
Alex Bertran
God. YouthGroup. '99 Love Retreat. Belen CC 4ever. Lourdes
CC. Barq - Its dis big; drink gatorade. Mike -. Jorge Mamerto. Palms - Look, theres a IOyr old. Eddie, I'll bet you Jorge won't finish the workout. David - Here's the math; lets go the beach. Jackie I Eric - Puertoriquen. Montalvo - rise and shine girls. Jovan -Whatever. Brian Buckweed. Jeremy- Give me a hug. FrankieLets rock. Paul - you're so old. Heather I Heafer - You've meant so much to me. Meli, Caro, Vanessa- thank you. Mom, Dad, family- I made it.
J&J ProductionZ; Jaffrey's withdrawal; Bird Bowl tuesdays; Denny's; aol; "hey hey dearest"; what's up "sexy"?; "There's a mom!"; Psychological hit(s); 10-1-99; JJAM; I hold no grudges; my name isn't Luis; Cancun'99; #7+# 13; bro, shutup!(LC); Familia and friends, ill always care, ill always love. Its been fun so whatever .. im outz .. laterz.
Jose Aguayo
Jonathan Pagnussat
Zaaaa .. Pazanza .. I guess not .. too bad .. Chris, I'm better than u.. me u me u.. Apartment .. soccer 9799 .. May 18 '96 What? Triax J&J Productionz Sgt. Slaughter Mangsy Patsy .. 712 4-ever .. # 12 best of all time .. I 0199 payday .. Audi A4 .... Wolverines# 1.. To all my fam, my boys/girls, and especially michi, Love ya lots im out Late
LUIS CUADRA
143- 53 GOD MaPa AnYe Babe- Art Miami99 Tremont Chemistry Study Group Quiet Time anyspots? straight CloseUp'99 Mafioso sunsets palm trees Allnighters ErjoRaFr RoAI ZaAIAI... Boston bum 41yf!!!. Hype98 Hey Aguayo just leave me alone study groups Hey Andy BBQs Everyone at my house my beach house Babe? Ralph? Eric? UCF? call me don't beep Bye Belen - 53 ERIC PEREZ
Da Name Is E, EazyE I What Test? I SoMoChill! I Andy, 67th & Bird I joey, "upush,i drive" I Luis, Treemont '99 I cones I Alvaro, "hookitup! I Norbert, Dogs 4 Life I Ralph, "chill I tainta Iway ST." I Ho TBoyz I Vane - 53 Jan.3, 20 I0@ I 2:00pm I jtmoenee I Mofa = dunkies I PertPius I lm B Jim Bigg I Mom Dad ZuLLy Stefi 1436-53 I 13-6225 I Laterz Belen, Hello FlU
Alfred Elias
Alf, FREEK, That hip 80's TV character, eats cats? ... Stein? ... MILK, IV, UV, GF, WABO ... Hey Beast, Hey Bebe ...JM'S, PA TA RA PA ... SUMMER 98, JC'S MODES ... 6j6j99, I THINK I LOST THE $, Nights at JOEYS ... To all my B's: thanks for the mems ... To my Fam: I love you ... Its been an interesting 6 years ... L8
Marcelo Guerra
Hey whats up I nitch!!! I what up playa I wawa & maddog combo I blue 32XX I homecoming '99 I football field paw I squirm biz I chris your whoopt I turkey I coach A thanks for everything I running owe mes for maddog I walt mr.int I gulliver28 belen35 I playoffs'99 I cesar summer scare I jr.prom I nitch's house I sita words can't explain how I feel I thanks & lluv u mom, katherine, dad & dario I peace out
Power TeamjFiock*ST AFF*Duquee LovefFiip*too bad*footballjbaseballjUF mode* BaBaBooey*Red Baron*Terdcel* IOO™s*King Buffet*shut-up Villa*Bakata* ADB*UF*so much for waiting*Maxim*nene*Where did all the white bread go? Jeremiah!!*Leeooo!!(Psych)*Why UM?*Love for: Mom, Dad, Abuelos, Abuelas, Dimaj Alex, and the rest, my Lee, my Princess, our lunch table, Confo*Duque watch out for the Navigator*Paul, where is my baby oii?*T ony sorry for the picture
Mike Perez
w 0 NwS .. MoM, DaD, Joe DaN, grandpa, pete, ray,.Jimbo, ameliaRIP Rickbumpy Alex alienhead Guillo Smo Dawg katie 143 em keep it real.. kirk, rob love those mornings .. dan the gangster .. my belen dawgs ANDY, Agu, artu, jorge, manny .. laters
Jeremiah White w 0 w
Long live THE FLOCK, Cash, Marin, Leo, J - Pagz we will get home-Hey Ricky- He's just a little guy- Your so money- The TA Count-PowerteamFiock Alliance- NO ONE sweats like Duque-Snoogans- Eliminator Champ-Don't scoop my heatIndians, Redskins # 1- Disgruntled Frenchman-Waterjoe AND mentes- Brothers don't shake hands-$Mickey$-A.D RELAXThat's great, don't touch me- I feel your pain- Thanks to Mom, Dad, Josh, Lisa, and all my family
It all started with a liet * the Flock f Power Tearn Unholy Alliance * Spoochmaster Duque * the juice is loose * AD, wassup dawg * RHCP * Fafafooey * The 60 yr old man lives * oi! * Wacky Leo * Whitebread * Dirk420 * Batmobile * Mach V * J&J Productionz staff * Jonathan, u clubba, u * Gooty, wake up* Troy Dickerson * Mugsy, come back! * TA day everyday! * Lots of love to our families, thanks for everything * Goodbye everyone
Buffalo's Dot dots Miami... 3years too long Cubans too many Key Club C.R.E.S.T Horses sorry no horses ... Belen ... hard - harder - hardest ... mercy ... free copies ... marin ... wrestling ... oh you didn't know ...... AndyAgu ... Go ... Lunch ... Theflock ... The PowerTeam ... Best Thing To Ever Happen To Belen TheCiassOf 2000!
Ernie's dot-dots: Ms. Ortega Ms. Boulas Ms. Salas-martinez-something what a crock go Holden go John's Power team .. Rainbow Six .. sniped you ..Jedi Knight .. Mysteries of the Sith .. addicted to multiplayer Dazzz Guyver got you again 3rd generation of Santiago strikes again ? years in Belen hardest Limp Bizkit Rush the Usher .lron Maidens Ms. Band the Golden Boyz we ' re not apathetic .. Ciass of 2000 Rules .. Y2K .. snap crackle fizz .. GAME OVER
Raymond Longaray
Raymonium, The Raves?, Clubphotos com, 3dee graphics , Wicho, A Little Soup , Dirk & Ron together Miami 2000, Gargamel, Peanut, Almondjoy , Panama , Brotha & Cazin , CSKs & ILKS , Duque's Sister, Madd 420, Yea Bro!!, jCs Face, OK, It Must Be Done, AIINiter Nope just AD, Red Scare, Guanu, Hav U Seen My What Gettys? Empire, Scum of the Earth, Helmet, Wud Up Patty my Cuz CLASS OF 2000.
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To all the seniors ... all of you my brothers ... in one way all of you have made a difference in my life My Family and Friends Thank you for always being there and making me who I am today ... for anyone who thinks I have forgotten them even though I am forgetful... I really didn't forget this time and I also love you ... Poetry is love, as love is life, and God its mysterious writer.
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Congratulation to the Class of 2000
And especially to Pedro, we are very proud of you . 'May the Lord Bless you with love, health and happiness in your continuing j o urney of life.
We love you very mu ch,
Mom, Dad, Danny, Alex and your entire family
Paco , As you continue growing into the mature man y ou have become , may y ou always remember this passage a Gentlemen is one who is clean inside and out, Who neither looks up to the rich nor down to the poor Who can lo se without squealing and win without bra g ging Who is considerate of women , children and old people. Who is too brave to lie and too gernerous to cheat and Who t a kes his sh ar e of the world and let s others have theirs . Congr atul ations ! We a re v ery proud of y ou W
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It seems like just yesterday you were in kindergarten & now you are graduating from high school. Son, we have seen you grow in so many ways. We are so proud of your accomplishments. We are especially proud of your spiritua l growth and maturity. May you continue to grow in your faith. "Faith in God is the foundation for it all. Our lives are a continuing jou rney and we must learn and grow at every bend as we make our way, sometimes stumbling, but always moving towards the finest within us". Let your faith guide you. Remember if you have faith, work hard, and stay focused, you WILL reach your goals .
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Mrs. Casero, From the bottom of all our hearts we, the Echoes 9900', staff would like to thank you for all the dedication, hardwork and time that you have given, not only to us, but to everyone. Thank you a million and one times over.
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The yearbook staff of Belen Jesuit Preparatory School produced Echoes Volume 38. The 2000 yearbook is composed of 352 pages printed on 80lb.
Matte enamel, with a press run of I I 00. The 9 x 12 inch book contains 32 four-color pages. Echoes is printed by Taylor Publishing Company of Dallas, Texas, represented by Mr. Ken Thornberry.
All body copy is set in Athena 12 point. Headlines are set in Eric ER 30. Captions are set in Eric I 0 point. Body is set in Eric ER 9, lead I 0. Folios are Eric ER 14 and Eric EB for the page numbers. The cover is varnished Litho Matte, four-color. Editor in Chief Nick Torres conceived the theme concept. Designer Thomas Pia designed the cover. Nick Tor res designed the end sheets. Bryn Alan took the senior and underclassmen photos as well as assisted in photographing a number of events. The Echoes staff took all other photos.
The Echoes staff belongs to the Columbia Scholastic Press Association, which awarded the yearbook a Bronze Medal. Echoes would like to thank Principal Fr. Marcelino Garcia SJ, Assistant Principal Mr. Leo pol do Nunez, Mr. Ignacio Font, Ms. T eri Elias, Mrs. Mercy Rodriguez, Mr. Dan Montesi, Mrs. Tere Campos, and Mr. Steven Giralt.
photo by David McNam ara
A prime example of these goals can seen through the work dedication of Key Club. This year t6ey too began with many goals, hoping, willing, and fightin g fir them. They were succ sful. Their pride has been ACCOMPLISHED th rough the many activities in which they participated. Their coura e ha s been ST E GTH EN ED through the hard work and dedication of a h member. An important factor required of many members is faith. Their faith is tested, often by trying circumstances. Their tre ndous faith ha s l ed them to beco me ENLIGHTENED thro h t ir labors. Key Club was victorious by CONQUERING other club th vughout he nation, proving-tbat g oals set . ca n b e met.
As the year closes, two generation s of in ·viduals are formed: the seniors, who will go off to college, finally p utting to use th eir kno wledge, and the incoming sixth grader. , who, ev en tho ugh they are just begi1tning, will undoubtedly, by the time their stay in Belen co mes to an end, become true ME FOR OTHERS.
grade r Rene Medina t ries t o w in the race for his team - on Fiel d Day '
