2003 Echoes Belen Jesuit Yearbook

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Story & photos by Santi Tefel

Clas be®un ...

Tito Ruiz-Castaneda thought that Waldo would be inside this cake, but he was mistaken.

F;»eter Pessoa said that he had no idea Waldo was missing, but he went fishing this summer and got lucky in catching two groupers.

Nick Alexander said that Waldo wasn't on his boat, but he did find a grouper next to Peter Pessoa.

Atex Esteban with his date at fello classmate RudY! elgado's sister's 15's.

Quiet on the greens David Caballero warms up for a crucial putt during his summer vacation.

Carlos Saab prepares after school to leave to the beach as soon as possible.

Juan

Esteban and Da Caballero along Belen grad Ga Caballero in t

ere party r the world in search of a good tim e just to relax with their families. Ove r summer students traveled to th e inican Republic, the Florida Keys , uth America and Europe. "Summe r the greatest time to party; you can anywhere and do anything", sai d nior Fernie Hernandez. Others se e san opportunity to learn "I had th e to travel to Europe I learned reat deal about different artists an d

and

Stayin' together

S eniors and juniors

C arlos Larcada, JC Al am, Fr Will ie, Victor Arrieta, lggy Duquesne, Mike Wood , Alex C astro, Mike Ortiz , America Padilla, Alex Esteban, Santi Tefel, Derek Varona, Gabe Fontela, Javi GardaT unon and Felipe Ojeda

David Caba ll e ro

A lfie Vargas

on a Youth Conference in Spring

How you doin ' ? Seniors Alex Esteban and Santi Tefel enjoying their time by standing on Loyola in New Orleans. Hill College, Alabama.

Checkin' the sites Senior Alfie Vargas along with his grandmother on their trip to France. Here they are at Mont St. Michel.

time help those in the Dominican Republic. come back with a totally different view the world and your life," he said.

ile many students were planning their ummer vacation, others were busy IC!>oking for jobs. While most students had "ponnections" to get jobs, others had to go rough the whole process of applying and oing through a interview. Many seniors uch as Miguel Ferrer, Bryan Lorenzo, ictor Ruiz and Rodrigo Suarez went for t e traditional summer job of working at a ummer camp. "Although the pay isn't reat, it's a fun way to spend your summer nd make some money at the same time," aid Suarez. A handfill of students r ceived internships in law offices, olitician's offices, even major news aper companies. Vincam Editor in Chief, anny Enriquez interned witht he Sun entinel. "He is a great writer. Working for e Sun Sentinel will give him hands on rience in producing a newspaper," id former newspaper adviser Mrs. ristina Casero. All in all students spent t eir summer days doing what they njoyed and earning some cash at the me time.

B Lorenzo

Senior Kris Sedeno pictured with Congresswoman

past summer.

to pursue a career in politics so I thought this was a good way to start,"

Rodrigo Suarez joins one of his 6- year- old campers at the annual Belen Summer Camp. "Although the pay is low, I did make some money and had a great time," he said.

IIleana RosLehtinen with whom interned this

"I want

he said.

Photos by Victor Arrieta and Bryan Lorenzo

The Ralph Ledesma Bunk gather together after an emotional mass.

C30r:n.o:-t:orr\.si"n71.57"' This mass is when everyone came

together to share their feelings

vier Morejon, Jorge De , Peter Pessoa, alumni Armas, Derek Varona, nio Tarafa, alumni Brian , and Felipe De Leon. children followed this

umme

t do then use your time wisely and serve od during your free time? In the ummers and for the past 15 summers elen students have taken their time to t avel to the Dominican Republic for 11 ays, Led by Fr. Eddie S.J.In this years ip he took 40 students from five different chools but mainly from Belen. In this ears project their objective was to omplete an aquifer from a spring three iles up a mountain in eight workdays. his trip was not just work, but also a hance to get to know people in your chool that you maybe seen before but ever really got the chance to know t em" said Frannkie Rovirosa. I have ever seen seen somany people bound o quickly on one trip" said Ralph edesma. For many this trip was a life hanging experience in getting first hand I ok of a 3rd world country.

Nick Alexander

The women ofYaroa, in the Dominican Republic , spent their entire day cleaning and preparing meals for the Belen You t h Mission that built an aqueduct to provide running water for their commun ity

Jorge De Leon leads his group of fellow class mates at Jerry's farm.Their goal was to lay out pipes throug h the whole farm

Tony Tarafa becomes close f riends with the child ren of the town. The little boy in this pictu re is called Randy. Randy and Tony became close friends and at the time of departure were both deeply saddened

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is definite ly

This is one of the breth taking views that the DR has t

ofer. "It

one of the most beautiful sites i have ever seen" said Nicky Alexander

um· er er f 010 YOU

Counter-clockwise: M ariano Mallo! (straw hat), Jorge De Leon hat), Bruno De La Fuente, Winston, Ignacio DuQuesne, Nork to complete the tedious task of mixing cement from just the bas ics.

Munilla sits and gets alittle of rest, while he poses in front of a typical home

ick Alexander and Peter Pessoa take a reath e r from the excruciating work. Their p ical day consisted of lifting hundred ound bags of cement, wheel barre ls full of cks, a nd di g ging trenches in this rugged t rrain.

Pho tos by Tony Tarafa

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Senior Jonathan Andrad owns one of two Lexus IS' He still claims to hav gotten his first.

nts when he turns 16? A license

•• -if··.,R'1t.IJ d with their adolescent minds you tomatically figure a car comes lly with it. Not normally true h a good number of people our age. may be a hand-me-down from a ily member, a used car, or the new For us though time is of the nee. We need it now because the social aspects of what comes owning a sweet new ride. As a ior not very often are you awarded r right away. But your chances prove as a senior. This year's uating class is composed of 75°/o om own their own car. "I was lucky. parents gave me their sturdy Iva. Right away I became popular, 's reputation for safety and all, girls wouldn't stop calling," said Guardiola. Those who do not a car said the primary answer that they do not know where they

be in two years after high school.

Jose M. Garcia

the most luxurious SUV in the

Stephen Hermida has -

BMW XS. Too bad he has to park next to the construction site.

Student Council Vice President Xavi "X Man" Navarro shows styles his business attire while letting everyone know the sweet Sentra belongs to him.

Tricken' out da Ride

Photos by Frankie

mantic sappy love scenes you see in the ovies. It's a grueling task, having the r esponsibilities of paying, faithfulness and communication. Let's say boyfriend A, whom yve will refer to as Pepe, goes to the movies with his girlfriend, whom we will refer to as Christine. Already having to deal with the rising rices for tickets for two and a half hours of a movie that sometimes barely passes as entertainment , he now has to deal with putting down twice as much for Christine. Pepe now sits in the movie theater holding on to the last green paper he has left in his pocket when his gir lfriend suddenly asks for popcorn and refreshment. There goes his last page of currency, leaving his only option for future payments a barter system of future promises, hich doesn't fly with the vending machine ost times. Even though being a boyfriend .. have these drawbacks, it does have its erks. There is the security of always having there for you, who cares for you, and whom you care for back. It's also a good mvestment for when there's nothing to do, you now there's always a place for you with your irlfriend.

ard slips away from the tyrannical rul e brother, Kiki, to enjoy a night with her

Matt Maranges. "She's too good for

.

Jose Garcia laughs after bragging that he is fas ter than his girlfriend at running 1600 meters. His girlfriend, Valeria Rodriguez, smiled vaguely, and then punched him in the fac e. "The blood dried, but the pain still remains, " a dejected Garcia later said.

se Belen guys," sang a frustrated Kiki Alard

Louis Gonzalez

Santi Tefel and Robert Klock join their girlfriends before junior prom " We enjoy double dating, and stuff," said a distraught Klock.

Meagan Carrigan smiles at she sneaks a peak at the handsome cameraman. Her boyfriend, Nick Gutierrez, who was look in g away for a moment, forgave her, but said that next time he wouldn 't be so understanding

ica Soto's water. Soto didn't find it so funny, taking r anger out on a scared and bewildered Andy rnandez who could not defend himself from the entless assault, and he just happened to be walking

crepe to take a picture with is girlfriend, Kelly Canesa at a sweet 16-birthday party. Bermudez liked the food so much he wouldn't even put down the crepe to take a picture. "I got two words for you crepe uhhhh, I mean one word," said a confused but satisfied Bermudez.

is "Pepe" Pereda and his I hristine Monjer, take some ti ill. Pereda met Christine ju year and instantly fell in love. " I er man. She's the bomb digid

tonight? Wait a minute; it's mertime! No more school, no tests; it's time for some hardcore You can go out every night as you DJe ase and not worry about waking up the next day. According to senior e De Leon, "The beach was nitely the place to be. It's where all hunnies come out at night. Like, be walking around and be like n girl, you gots it going on!" The ht life varied greatly depending on r grade and age. For example, homore Peter Munoz spent most nights hanging outside Sunset ." and at various house parties. atmosphere isn't much of a party , but rather that of a chill mood,"

;;.p·, Munoz in reference to Sunset. er people such as senior Mike nzalez spent the summer not just ng to parties, but providing them. spent his summer throwing weekly at Club Lounge in downtown. ke's parties were off da chain," senior Alex Guardiola. Simply , in the words of freshman Michael , " Man, I love the summer."

unior Jason Machado, Lourdes nior Lelani Carballo and senior eorge Gonzalez go out for a night at e movies. "The movies are always mething good to do when there is ing else to do, especially when it's funny movie like Austin Powers 3," id Machado.

their dates to one of the numerous 15's that they will be attending during their freshman year.

Freshm en Danny Nunez, Daniel Ha nlon, and Eric Montes go with

J unior and sophomore brothers, Jeffrey and Gabriel Montes, strut their stuff as they

Girls in Belen? Not quite fellas. Actually these ladies are just our favorite teach ers in disguise . Ms. Gisela Leon, Ms. Dora Haibi, Ms. Marta Vidal, Ms. Ang ie Fe r nandez, Ms. Annie Fenton, and Ms. Maria Elena Cartaya.

S eniors prepare t Hemselves for therTe p erformance of the annual Senior Skit. Many teachers agree this was the best performance they have seen.

Belen football p layers proudly ta ke the field after defeating at the Homecoming _ day.

J wniors take full a dvantage of Wacky Wednesday, acting crazy as they display their normal daily behavior.

Pare rt s gladly head o t to the field with th eir sons during half tim e at the Home eoming G ame, in order to display how proud they are of their son's accomplishments.

Ch eerleaders perform the ir routine at the Ho mecoming Pep Rally. They practice for endless hours to get the performance down packed.

J ff V ivo s h ows o hiS

1 t place trophy in he ade County Yout

upcoming football game.

J an Erkelens gives two thumbs up when asked abo ut how he feels abo ut the fact his shirt has a fox, carying a d ead fish.

Fr Marcelino Garci a SJ ta lks to Br. Estevez SJa bout his excite ment regarding the

A junior homeroom durin g Homecoming week as

Alex Esteba n strug gles as he gets trapped behind a TV. It wa s hard for him to move after his se cond ope ration.

Bjora Pol o is perhaps the only student to study duri ng Homecomming Week.

Gabo Alonzo (left) shows how foxy his T-Shirt is.

erek Varona, Eric Blanco and C arlos Wiltz put down their moonshine before go1ng onstage.

D avid Caballero d oes his best im ersonation of Mr. Frank Pichardo.

Jonathan A ndrade gets into fin ger-lickin good mode as he struts his poultry self.

iguel Ferrer w hoop whoops it u p as Mr. Pablo Tacquechel.

Erriie Calderin and Adrian Von der Ost en as M r. Jorge Martinez and M r. Ed Garland go ff to th e races.

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Louis Gonzalez portrays a very di soriented Ms. Angie Gonzalez.

Queveao delivers

hering look

a ead on Mr. Pat Collins.

Alex Cura grabs the lectern fo rcefu lly as techno savvy Mr. Thomas de Quesada.

Gaston Fontela (Coach Aparicio ) and Louis Gonzalez (Mrs. Fernandez) sho w us their true sides before the show.

Adrian Von der Osten (Mr. Garland), Nicky A lexander (Mrs Rodriguez) , JP Bermudez (Ms. S uarez), and Enrique Queved o (M r. Collins) co ngragulate each other on a job well done.

Seniors Miguel Ferrer, Ricky Hernandez, Alex Volsky, Nicky Alexande r, Monty Montiel and Dav id Caba llero before their f inal performance

Sen ior Loren Ro driguez as Fr Marcelino Garcia SJ.

Carl os Wil tz, Eric Bla nco and Derek Varo na, the Crescent CityThugz.

do Ri e gso s p orts his waiian look. "Hawaiian is g reat. It gives you chance to sit back and ax, pretending to be at II

D aniel Urgelles awaits for resualts o f the Student C ouncil•s pride award for the best

Student Council

P esident Rene C arballo and Alvaro Muniz sport n ew fashion trend s.

Andre Grillon and Ivan Rodriguez ( display their Wolverine pride by participating in the Homecoming Week Celebrations

Oh h it's at Genie I Fr shman all star Football pi yer Daniel Garcia dreses up s his favorite cartoon chara er during the Homecom1 ng festtviti es.

Robert Calderon scares the little 6th graders by wearing his definitio n of a crazy o utfit.

ig Brother Chairman, riga Suarez tries to lax while under ssure form Dr. ando Rodriguez for

Linebacker Rene Larrieu pounds the opposing runningback along with Junior Gabo Menendez.

Cornerback Alex Munilla swallows up the wide receiver of Crescent City. He also led the team with 4

Coach Juan Luis Flores drives down the field making sure everything is just fine.

Questionably the best defense in Belen history awaits the oncomming play.

All-staters Chris Gueits leaves the defenders in his dust while Rene Veliz pancakes his opponent.

Gaston Fontela runs in the open field following all-state offensive lineman David Caballero's lead block.

Thanks to the amazing blocking by the offensive line Gaston Fontela trots into the endzone.

Waldo takes a water break after an exhausting day of pumping up the crowd.

Senior defensive back Alex Munilla jogs to the sideline after a 3 and out series by the opposing offense.

e Wolverine offense ks up to the line of scrimmage to prepare

Senior tight end Nick Gutierrez walks to the middle of the fields during the halftime ceremony for the seniors.

Huggin!Lourdes seniors

Christy Cuadrani, aka Choppy, and Nicole Bared hug for joy as they show how excited they are at the dance. Both were nominated for Homecoming Queen, but due to some complications the court was canceled.

TangoSenior Bernie Pimentel proves once again that it takes two to tango as he and his girlfriend hit the dance floor.

Big Date Seniors Xavi Navarro and Alex Munilla anxiously await for the night to begin as they go through the ritual process of taking pictures with their dates the big dance

GQ? Junior Alex Parets puts on his best GQ face to try and impress his date who looks quite delighted.

avaronessseniors

David Caballero and Alex Esteban charm the girls usin g their Bavaroesque techniques

Salsa Hips Junior Michael Ortiz adds his own special twist.

his isn't my date? Seniors

Louis Gonza lez and Luis "Pepe" Pereda look baffled as they both realize that they have lost their dates and are dancing with each other. Gonzalez later went on to say, " Even though it was a temporary lapse in judgment, I must admit that Pepe really knows how to move!"

NO! Senior Anthony Torrente hears the sound common to him as he asks a girl to dance.

FernBiz Big Dawg Senior Fernie Hernandez busts out with his so called" Mack Daddy Dance" to impress the ladies

King Even though there was no Homecoming Court announced, senior David Carnright took it upon himself to make himself King for the night. When asked about his appearance in the king crown, Carnright simply responded with a cryptic, "no comment."

Shake it Senior Mauricio Montiel tries to keep up with his date as she twists and turns .

11th and 12th grade French teacher Ms. Maria Alonso dons a uniform for "Wacky Day."

Senior David Caballero, who played Mr. Pichardo in the Senior skit, is stumped by one of Fr. Eddy Alvarez SJ's challenging questions.

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Questionably, the greatest looking seniors?

David Caballero, Ernie Calderin, Louis Gonzalez and Xavi Navarro clown around.

II ,Back to the Future!

Teachers as Students Fond Recollections

Our teachers have come from a wide range of graduating classes, from Fr. Jorge Sardinas SJ who graduated class of '45 from Belen in Cuba, to Ms. Terese Dieguez' class of '98 at Lourdes. A few of the schools represented by the faculty include Lourdes , Belen, Columbus and St. Brendan. Ms . Brenda Ross graduated from Assumption High School in Kentucky , Mr. Edward Garland from St. Peters Prep in New Jersey, and Mr. Jorge Martinez from Regis High School in New York. Many veteran teachers however came from high schools in Cuba. Ms . Grace Acosta graduated from a nun school in Havana named Colegio del Apostolado.

There are also many priests who graduated from Belen in Cuba such as Fr. Pedro Cartaya SJ Fr. Francisco Perez- Lerena SJ and Fr. Eduardo Alvarez SJ among others. Newer teachers such as the Delgado brothers, Mr. Thomas De Quesada , Mr. Juan Vasquez , Fr. Willie Garcia-Tufion SJ , Coach Victor Arrieta, and Mr. Ivan Santa-Cruz just to mention a few. In addition there are a few Columbus Explorers such as Mr. Ignacio Font, Coach Antonio Meilan, Deacon Robert O'Malley, Mr. Gustave Perez III , Mr. Rafael Ross, Mr. Richard Stuart and Mr. Pablo Taquechel. Besides the Catholic schools , some teachers have come from public high schools like Coral Park , Miami H i gh , Sunset and others .

Ms. Maria Elena Cartaya remembered forgetting her cheerleading uniform in the dry cleaners the day of her homecoming school pep rally. Fr. Willie GarciaTufion SJ remembers beating Ray Floyd Jr. in a Golf Tournament. Mr. Rolando Sucena remembers locking his own science teacher in the bathroom. Beyond these , there are those who made history, such as Mr. Eddie Delgado ' s Class of '91. "I say it was because of our class behavior is why they now separate the students from their homeroom," he said. Another historical moment for this class was the Varsity Football Team going 9-1. At the end i s when you come acros s the saddest part of high school, graduation.

a. Reputation - 26 % c. Faculty -9 % e. Location -8 % b. Je suits- 27 % d Student Body 12 % f. Other- 17 %

What is the greatest number of student who have failed yo ur class in one year?

a. 0- 14 % c. 4-6- 18 %

b. 1 + -] 9 % d 7 + - 19 % Where were you born?

a. Miami - 24 % c Cuba - 44 % e Europe -1%

b. U.S.A - 26 % d. South America -2 % f. Other -3 % If you had not become a teacher, what profession wou ld you have chosen?

a. Law - 17 % c. Engineering -7 % e. Business -7 %

Grace Acosta Assistant Principal , Discipline

Pedro Anon Science

Chris Besil Office

George Busse Accountant

JuanAiam Staff

Victor Arrieta Physical Education

Corinne Blanco Foundation

Carolina Calderin Asst. to Principal/Administrator

Anthony Alexander English

Lourdes Arteaga Office

Carlos Bravo Science

Miriam Cambo-Martinez Mathematics

Maria Alonso PhD Modern Languages

Eric Ballesteros Library

Noe Burgos Maintenance

Tere Campos Mathematics

Eduardo Alvarez SJ Humanities Chair

Carlos Barquin Athletic Director

Aimee Busquet English

Pablo Cano Cafeteria

Maria Cartaya Guidance

Charles Cleveland Social Studies

German Delgado Technology

Teri Elias Registrar

Maria-Elena Cartaya Modern Languages

Patrick Collins Social Studies Chair

Luis Delrio Science

Pedro Esteves SJ Bookstore

Pedro Cartaya SJ Modern Languages

MarieCou Cafeteria

Therese Dieguez English

Alicia Farinas Modern Languages

Cristina Casero English

Thomas De Quesada Social Studies

Luis Dulzaides Social Studies

Ana Fenton Science

Josefina Chirino PhD Theology Chair

Eduardo Delgado Social Studies

Maria Eireos Library

Angie Fernandez Theology

ass ics!

Coach Angel A paric io says, "The Raiders will win becaus e of their great defen se ."

Mr. Thomas De Quesada the Eagles because "the Eagles have the best talented QB, Donovan McNabb, " he said.

Fr. Willie Garcia-Tunon says the Dolphins would win the Super Bowl because of newly acquired RB Ricky Williams.

M r. Gus Valdes says," I th ink the Dolphins will go all the way. Thanks to Ray Lu cas we can find the way to the championship gam e."

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Work and Family

What is it like having your son attend Belen?

Mrs. Angie Fernandez feels blessed having come to Belen a year after her son graduated Mrs. Beatriz Jimenez thought it was a great experience working in Belen for ten years while her sons were students. Her two sons Gabriel and David graduated in the early 90's. "It gave me the opportunity to understand and be closer to them ," she said. Mrs. Sylvia Hernandez describes the experience as being enjoyable for her, but not so great for her son. She believed that she might have been to hard on him while he was a student. He would later go on to transfer to Coral Gables Senior High School.

Difficult Times

But well worth it.

Having a son who graduated last year, Mrs. Camil a Suarez thought it was a fun experience but at times difficult. "Whenever some commotion would start in the school, I would hope my son wasn't in any part of it," she said. Mr. George Busse had three sons who graduated from Belen. 71' , 81', and 83'. Mrs. Fenton, who has one son who is a current student and another who graduated just last year, believed it to be an excellent experience. "I am happy to have been able to teach both of my sons. It has allowed me to get close to them and their class mates, they are all my babies".

Rewarding and Enriching

Time Well Spent

Mrs. Ana Menocal's son started Belen this year and she thinks it is a positive experience so far. "Belen is a great school," she said Because he did not live with his son, Mr. Juan Luis Flores thought it was an awesome experience. He spent a lot of time with his son and got to know many of his friends as well.

Survey

Students reveal failed attempts to laugh :

Do you have any children?

a. Yes-60% b.No-40%

What's your favorite type of music?

a. Rock - 22 o/o c . Latin - 17 % e. Classical - 20 %

b . Rap/ Hip Hop- 6% d. Jazz- 13% f. Other 21 o/o

Did you play any sports in high school?

a. Ye -51 % b. No- 49

If you did play a sport, which one?

a. Football- 14 o/o c. Basketball - 17 o/o e. Cheerleading - 4 o/o

b. Baseball- 10% d. Soccer- 12% f. Other 42 o/o

Did you go away to college?

a. Yes- 48o/o b. No- 52 o/o

Ariel Fernandez Theology

Eduardo Fraga

Jesus Fernandez Maintenance

Rafael Fernandez Science

Juan Flores Mathematics

Font Humanities

Amalia Fuentes Cafeteria

Maria Gandarillas Technology

Marcelino Garcia President/Principal

Maria Garcia-Rexes Modern Languages

Guillermo Garcia-Tunon SJ Theology

Edward Garland Mathematics

Sergio Gonzalez PhD Humanities

Dora Haibi Modern Languages

Andres Hernandez Maintenance

Marina Hernandez Office

Sylvia Hernandez Head Librarian

Pedro Hernandez PhD Science Chair

Victor Hernandez SJ Theology

Charmaine lcaza Guidance Chair

Ignacio

Paula Inigo Cafeteria

Aidamard Lopez Cafeteria

Antonio Meilan Physical Education

Dan Montesi Guidance

Beatriz Jimenez Modern Language Chair

Ana Manrara Accounting

Ana Menocal English

George Munguia SJ Director of Building Fund

Rafael Ledesma Guidance

Jennette Martinez Cafeteria

Vicki Minchener English

Leopolda Nunez Executive Assistant Principal

Gisela Leon Modern Language

Jorge Martinez Social Studies

Orealys Miret Library Robert O'Malley Theology

Rosa Lima Science

Rosa Mas Maintenance

Richard Moncada Cafeteria Director

Fabio Ortega Physical Education

Geometry!

Mr. Garland discuss his famous "pyth" theorem, and the wonders of the smart boards

Gone Fishing! Other than being an excellent fishing coach, Mr. Luis Dulzaides also teaches a lively class, always keeping his students at the edge of their seats.

Directing!

Father MarceiTno awards stude nts their medals for their academic excelence

from giving detentions to students for not being properly dressed as they walk into school.

cYme! and

MR. FERNA NDEZ THINKS T HAT COPYING CHAPTERS IN THE BOOK ALWAYS WORKS!

MS.SYLVIE SAN JUAN SAYS: ITA SIMPLE DETENTION IS FINE!n

MS CRISTINA CASERO MAKES SARCASTIC REMARKS AND GIVES STUDENTS THE EVIL E YE.

Ms. VICKI MI NCHNER QI VES POP QUIZES TO HER MIS BEHAVED STU DENTS.

Oscar Ortega Maintenance

Francisco Perez S J Theology

Ivan Roa Maintenance

Ofelia Rodriguez Reception

Jose Padilla Science

Frank Permuy SJ Theology

Jose Roca Mathematics Chair

Rodolfo Rodriguez Cafeteria

Anthony Perez English

Frank Pichardo Science

Gisell Rodriguez Mathematics

Brenda Ross Mathematics

Gustave Perez English

Juan Porta Dugue SJ Alumni

!Iiana Rodriguez Cafeteria

Rafael Ross English

Jimmy Perez Bookstore Manager

Olga Ramon Mathematics

Mercedes Rodriguez Reception

Angelique Ruhl Theology

Sylvie San Juan Social Studies

Raymond Siera Maintenance Director

Adriana Suarez Mathematics

Pablo Taquechel Theology

Ivan Santa-Cruz Computer Science

Juan Sierra Maintenance

Camila Suarez Guidance Secretary

Gustavo Valdes Discipline

Raquel Santiago English

Pedro Sierra Maintenance

Esther Suarez Cafeteria

Isabel Valdes Cafeteria

Jorge Sardina SJ Guidance

Carlos Silva Cafeteria

Pedro Suarez SJ Jesuits

Juan Vasquez Modern Language

Reniel Segarra Maintenance

Richard Stuart Physical Education Chair

Rolando Sucena Science

Lourdes Vega Bookstore

Not

Armando Rodriguez

Angel Aparicio

Eduardo Barrios SJ

Eduardo Fraga

Jennifer Iglesias

Leonardo Lopez SJ

Anthony Perez

Gustave Perez III

Brian

Jimmy Perez Francisco Perez-Lerena SJ

Frank Permuy SJ

Ivan Santa-Cruz

Raquel Santiago

Jorge Sardina SJ

Richard Signore

Maria Tancredi

Marta Vidal Modern Language

Samuel Vega Guidance

Carol Ann Vila Technology Director

Pictured:

PhD

Augusto Venegas Technology

Wentzel PhD Assistant Principal

Olga Venegas Office

Leo Williams English

Eugene Zoller Social Studies

Baby Waldos

The Future

is Now.....

Michael J. Abadin

Manuel E Abella

Luis I Ares

Juan C. Arrieta

David A. Barrera

Luis C Barreto

Carlos M Basnuevo

Tomislav N. Belfranin

Manuel E. Benitez Cofino

Zachary A. Berger

Daniel E. Blanco

Adam P Bofill

Diego Briceno

Digo J Briceno

David R. Busse

Erick Bustos

Carlos M. Cancela

Joseph L Capparelli

Jose I. Cardenal

Javier J. Castaneda

Nicholas A. Castellanos

Javier J Chang

Michael Collantes

Luis E. De Armas

Patrick N. De La Llara

Juan D. De La Ossa

Pablo A. De La Vega

Eric C. De Lara

Nicholas M Delgado

Joel P. Diaz

Carlos A. Donado

Eric X Donado

Raul P. Duarte

Daniel A. Echeverria

Juan C. Estremera

Angel J Faraldo

Nicolas F. Feraud

Juan S Fernandez

Gus Figueroa

Manuel E. Flor

David J. Fonseca

Mario J. Fonseca

William Forshee

Alex Fuentes

Giuseppe Gambino

David J Garcia

Marcos Garcia

David J Giron

David J. Goldstein

Rene J. Gomez

Victor J Gonzalez

Raul A. Granda Calderin

Robert P Grima!

William A. Haralson

Devin A. Hartling

Sean J Hew

Daniel A. Hidalgo

Benjamin J Hubert

Daniel Iglesias

David A Igles ias

PatrickA. lngelmo

Pedro I. lsern

Alexander M. Jaramillo

Anthony J. Kanelidis

Luiz E Lam

Rafael L. Lancelotta

Joey Lapparelli

Alejandro A. Lazaro

William A. Lazzarin

Justin E Legido

Andres J Leon

Nicolas F. Llaca

Julio C. Lopez

Peter B. Lopez

Raul G Lays

Adrian Lugo

Fernando R. Machado

Andres E. Martinez

Ariel R. Martinez

Eduardo R. Martinez

Michael A. Martinez

Michele Martucci

Rafael L. Mas

Andres J. Masvidal

Benjamin R. Matza

Diego R. Medina

Martin A. Medina

Jorge F. Menocal

Marco A. Mignone

Raul Monge

Pablo Morejan

Pablo J. Morejon

Alexander A. Napoles

Carlos L. Odriozola

Oliver M Olazabal

Andrew M. Orozco

Leadin The Way

Flipping Out

Jump to It!

This is probably what you will see 6th grader Javier Perez doing on his spare time. J avi, as all his friends call him, is a world-class gymnast. "I started when I was around six," he said. "I started off when my mother saw me doing crazy things around the house." Thanks to his mom, he is now Regional, State, and even National champion.

Baby Picasso

One Masterpiece after Another!

Alex Howard Fuentes is a talented young artist has been drawing as a hobby since he was 3 years old. Since then he has won 2nd place in the Dade County fair and has drawn Mr. Ross a knight to keep him company during class. But his talent doesn't end with just drawing. Alex also loves to skateboard in his free time. "Ill draw anything, anywhere, at anytime!" he said. Hopefully he will continue winning the Dade County award for years to come.

Giving it a Pull

Pulling Away from the Rest!

Javier Castaneda has one of the wackiest talents in all of Belen. He can stretch his earlobes to an unbelievable length. He said he taught himself about a year ago. "I was messing with my ears one day and it just happened", he said Javi. "I'm trying to learn new techniques so I can scare Ms. Gandarillas."

6th Graders speak.•. What they had to say

@jpou were an eg-g; what wopuld pou be thrown at(

Kevin Ri0s "A guy sleeping on a eardboard box holding a broomstick."

Joel Perez

leprechaun glued to a wall wearing a pair of pink mittens!"

Claudio Silva "Mr. Valdes because I see him way too often."

Fernando ,..._.-Machado "Anthony Kantelimis because he likes to eat omelettes."

Javi Castaneda Javi Perez Pa6[o 9vtorejon

Julio E Villafane

Mark 0. Von Der Osten

Kenneth Parra

Fabrizio Perez

Javier A. Perez

Joel I Perez

Roger J. Perez

Marco Perez-Alvarez

Thomas Perkins

Pablo C Plasencia

Ricardo J Ponce

Roberto J. Prego

Alec Puig

David Ramos

Mitchel Reyes

Dylan R. Rico

Kevin A. Rios

Andres R. Rodriguez

Eddie Rodriguez

Lazaro P. Rodriguez

Mario B. Rojas

Michael Roura

Steven A. San Miguel

Adrian Sanchez

Maximiliano R. Sanchez

Albert H Schumacher

Ronnie Seblani

Andre D Seidenthal

Vicente Sierra

Claudio A. Silva

Javier F. Sosa

Graham A. Sutton

Luis E. Tost

Enrique Ugarte

Matthew Valdes

Jorge Varona

Daniel Vazquez

Julian Vcha

Andres Wiltz

Luis A. Wulff

Julio A. Vijil

Top Shooter

This boy sure can Score!

GOOOAALLL!!! This is what you will probably hear when Nicolas Castellanos is on the court. He is a member of one of Florida's best roller hockey travel team's, the "Miami Voodoo." "I got into hockey because all my friends were really into it. After a while, they stopped playing, but I kept on." Thanks to his dedication to the sport, he is now the leading scorer of his team, scoring 40 goals in a span of nine games.

White Powder

Catching some Snow!

Most kids here in Miami skateboard and rollerblade. Dillon Rico is a little different. He loves to snowboard during his winter vacation. Dillon and his family started the tradition of going to North Carolina every year when he was four-years-old. Though he does it only for recreation, he still likes trying out many different tricks. "Its really fun doing 360' s and all the other stuff like that. Even thought I'm most likely going to fall, I like to try out new tricks."

Back Hand

The future of the Team

Alex Lazaro has played tennis for a couple of years after starting off in the YMCA. Since then, he has competed in a tournament and now is planning to join the Belen tennis team. This talented player also has a 4.0 to boot.

6 Do you have the Internet at home? Yes-100 % No-0%

7. If so, who is you Internet ervice provider? a)AOL-54 % b)MSN-20% c)Other-26 %

8 . What do you like to do for fun during the weekends? a)Parties-34 % b)Gettys-18 % c)Other-48 %

9. What did you think of 6th grade lock-in? a) It is really fun-75 % b) It was horrible-22% c) I was indifferent -37%

10. What your favorite sport?

a) Basketball 23 % b) Baseball 19%

c) Football 26 % d) Hockey 22% e)Other 10 %

L . ' et US ln. The 6th grade class gets wild when it was time to chow down.

jU St relaxing ... Raul Duarte and David Garcia wander around the 2.nd floor during 6th grade

Silent time ... Mr.Ross's class takes time out to read about King Arthur. .b

T 0 Victory! Mr. Ross gives some inspiring words to his young knights.

Help Im stuck! Andrew Obrosko hides from

Running of the torch! Micheal Valdez runs the torch while Mr. Ross cheers on.

C!5!fpou could make rmp special dap at what would zt be?

Luis De Armas "Skating day so we can grind on all the rails of the stairways."

Luis Ares "Brainteaser day so we could have the whole day to come up with the answers to fun and challenging problems."

George Varona "Fiippidi-do-da day so we would all be able to make the teachers learn and give them detentions. That would be sweet!"

Victor Gonzalez "Water Wars so we would be able to bring supersoakers and water ballons to school and soak each other."

Inigo Abaroa

Daniel A. Acosta

Anthony D. Aguad

Horacia S Aguirre

Nelson G Alemany

Eduardo A Alfonso

Mario A. Allanic

Llobal Alonso

Wilfred Alvarez

Tulio Alvarez Burgos

Roberto J. Aran

Carlos L. Araque

Javier J Arenas

Patrick C. Arenson

Anthony A. Armas

Giancarlo Arrazola

Guido A. Arreola

Andres E. Avella

Nikolas R. Balseiro

Christopher M. Baran

Paul R. Bared

Daniel A. Barrera

Carlos G. Bolivar

Michael A. Boord

Thomas K. Brown

Christopher A. Bustos

David W Cabarrocas

Brian Cabielles

Lucas Calderon

Andres J. Calleja

Rodrigo E. Campos Cervera

Jonathan Canal

Joseph A. Castellon

Douglas A. Chacon

Mark J. Chirino

Jean Didier Collongette

Alexander C. Concepcion

Alexis S. Corral

Richard F. Costa

Christopher Cruz

Michael Cruz

Ricardo A. Cuenca

Chris De Goti

Jose A. De La Torre

Jorge V. De Ona

Javier A. Del Rio

Aaron J Delgado

Nicholas W. Delliers VI

Andres G Diaz

Carlos A. Diaz

Gabriel A. Diaz

Juan C. Diaz Padron

Diego G. Donna

Guillermo P Echarte

Steven Echenique

Erick A Echeverria

Alexander J Egusquiza

Mateo Elorza

Eduardo Escobar

Joshua D. Espinosa

Max H. Esteves

Guillermo D. Fernandez

Diego J Fernandez Soto

Fernando P. Ferradosa

Andrew E. Ferran

Nicholas J Fischer

Anthony R. Fleites

Victor A. Fleites

Carlos M. Fonseca

Anthony G Forns

Victor Gandarillas

Alexander C. Garcia

Brien C Garcia

Christopher M. Garcia

Michael S. Garcia

Mike Garcia

Michael P Garrote

Alejandro A. Gimenez

Jose R. Gomez

William A. Gomez

Eduardo R. Gonzalez

Gerry R. Gonzalez

William G Gonzalez

Yvan A. Gonzalez

Alexande Gonzalez Jacobo

Eric M. Guitian

Christopher J. Gutierrez

Matthew T. Hanlon

Christopher E. Henry

Mauricio G. Hernandez

Nicholas R. Herrera

Javier J Herrero

James M Holmquist

Alexander J. lparraguirre

Arnulfo A Izquierdo

Alejandro M Jerez

II Diamonds in the rough

Diamond Setter Sets Up!

Christopher "Kiko" Cruz would smack anyone who tells him that he's to short to play volleyball. Hailing from Conchita Espinosa, Cruz is an intimidating 5' setter and is starting his first year of Volleyball at Belen. As the starting center, he could be referred to as the "glue" of the team since he holds it all together. With the motivation from his mother and sister, themselves being outstanding volleyball players, Cruz goes all out in practice and games. He's also the twin brother of soccer phenomenom Michael Cruz.

Diamond Kicker GOALASSO!!

Six years in the making! Michael Cruz has been playing soccer for the past six years of his life and has been getting better and better. Inspired by his grandfather who played and coached soccer in Columbia, he began playing soccer in first grade. While playing for Belen last year at mid-right field, Cruz scored an impressive, for his position, 4 goals in regular season games. Playing on the Belen team is not enough soccer for this stud, so during the off season he plays for other club teams and played in the Inca Kola tournament this past year.

Diamond Runner Poof! He's

Gone!

Guillermo Echarte is on the JH Baseball team and on the JH Cross Country team. After the Dade-County Youth Fair Championship he plans on practicing with the Varsity Cross Country team, which would make him faster than he already is. "He is a great kid with a lot of talent and potential," said Coach Victor Arrieta, "In the future he will be a great contribution to the Varsity team," Coach added. Not only is Echarte a top athlete, he also maintains above a 4.0 grade point average.

7th Say What Fads and Favorites

1. What do you prefer on your French fries?

A) Ketchup-7 8 °/o B) Mayo-14°/o

C) Mustard-8°/o

2. What's your favorite show?

A) Buffy the Vampire Slayer-20% B) Fri e nd s -5 3%

C) Saved by the Bell-14% D) Daws on" s Cree k- 1 3 °/o

3. If you could have one pet, what would it be?

A) Cat-7% B) Dog-43°/o

C) Goose-9o/o D) Monkey-35°/o

E) Fighting fish-1 0% F) Yo u don"t want a n y pets -1 %

4. What's the most disgusting thing you have found in your food at Belen?

A) Hair-37% B) lnsect-1 8 %

C) Nail-11% D) Never found anything-34%

Gettin' Down!

C!5fpou could be anp actorfor a week who would tt beanJwh?

Matthew Hanlon

"I would be Austin Powers because he gets in good with the ladies."

Amado Nieto

"Scooby Doo, because he gets Scooby Snacks."

Anthony Santos

"Sponge Bob! He can go legally nude!"

Victor Gandarillas "Pierce Brosnan, he's Bond, James B0nd."

9vticliae[ CJ?jos (])avid 9vtagaro[as Javier J{errero Cliristoplier (]3ustos

Matthew A. Jordan

Sebastian J Juncadella

Sean Keith

PhilippA. Klumpp

Stephen T. Koch

Michael A. Lamela

Jonathan Lara

Devin C Leon

Joshua Llano

Daniel Lobo

Oscar H. Londono

Carlos V. Lopez

Victor A. Lopez Cantera

David A. Magarolas

Andres Marmol

Gustavo J. Martinez

Nicholas Martinez

Richard A. Massa

Jeremy Matza

Marco Mejia

Charles W. Melendez

Armando R. Mendez

Gabriel A. Mendez

Jorge A Mendia

Daniele A. Mion Bet

Daniell. Moas

Gianfranco A. Molfetto

Alex Montes

Pierre Motta

Nicholas A. Mouriz

Samir H. Moussawel

Amado Nieto

Eduardo A. Obeso

Felipe Ortega

Manuel J. Padin

Javier Padron

Bryan W. Pardo

Alex Pastoriza

Anthony P. Paz

Joshua Pereira

Adrian Perez

Peter Perez/Corche

Martin Piedrahita

Sergio Pinon

Fabrizio Pittaluga

Andres Pumariego

Antonio Quezada

Daniel A. Ramos Marabotto

II Diamonds in the rough ll

Diamond cutter Slammed!

Only four wrestlers in Belen have been able to achieve what Rudy Villanueva has. Wrestling varsity in 7th grade is quite an accomplishment. Showing great potential and interest in wrestling while attending Belen Summer Camp, Villanueva is the definition of "A Natural." "Rudy is a great kid and shows great potential for the sport of wrestling. I can't wait to se how things go in future years," said Coach Fidel Albelo. Villanueva also maintains A's and B's in all his classes and takes part in other extracurricular activities.

Diamond builder Under Construction

Building is something that Victor Saizarbitoria has enjoyed for as long as he can remember. From Legos to taking apart stereo systems to dismantling entire computers and rebuilding them with his dad, Saizarbitoria is a pretty good "Handy Man" when it comes to building. Hoping to become an engineer in electronics, he is well on his way to his dream as he maintains a 3.8 GPA and continues to build new and exciting things.

Diamond baller Standing Tall.. Very tall

He got game! These are the only three words necessary to describe 5'8" Jr. High Basketball player Joshua Espinosa. Towering over his opponents, last year he led the 6th grade B-ball team to an amazing 10-0 season. Starting at center, Espinosa led the team in blocks or what he likes to call "packs." "Nothing is more satisfying than slamming that ball out of the air and looking down at the other guy as he realizes he just got "packed," he said.

7th Say What

Fads and Favorites

5. Do you prefer watching college sports or professional sports?

A) College-19°/o B) Professional-26o/o C) Neither-13% D) I like both equally-42°/o

6. What card game do you prefer? A) Magic Cards-13% B)Pokemon -12°/o C) Yu-gi-oh Cards-22°/o D)Piaying Cards-24% E)l don't play cards-29°/o

7. What do you like most about Belen?A) Teachers-8°/o B)Friends280/o C) Lunch-22% D) Sports-31 o/oE) Other-11 °/o

8. Who's your favorite substitute? A) Jerry Jones-56%B) Coach Marrero-8°/o C) Deacon 0'Malley-14%D) Coach Meilan-22%

9. What do you own? A) Cell phone-40% B) Beeper-Bo/o C) 2 way pager-2°/o D) None of the above-43% E) All of the above-0% F) Two of the above-3o/o

10 Do you like that we have longer lunches even though we start school earlier? A) Yes-61 °/o B) No-39°/o

Francisco X Ravelo

Andrew M. Regueyra

John T. Rincon

Alejandro A. Rios

Michael Rios

Tomas A. Robaina

Adrian R. Zubillaga

Not pictured:Brandon Marti and Michael

Eduardo R. Robayna

Alfredo J Rodriguez

Jorge L Rodriguez

Daniel E. Rojas

Julian Rojo

Adolfo M Rosales

Jaime A. Rueda

Bryan D Saffe

Victor I. Saizarbitoria

Brian G. Sanchez

Jorge L. Sanchez

Anthony A. Santos

Nicholas D. Scher

Nicholas A Schwab

Alejandro G. Sealey

Andres A. Simauchi

Richard A. Smit

Roberto E Sroka

Carl M Sugarman

Alexander A. Valdes

Omar A. Valenzuela

Alex R. Ventura

Victor A. Verdeja

Luis G Vernet

Jose A. Villamil

Rudy A. Villanueva

Alex Villar

Felipe R. Vizcarrondo

Nicholas A. Volsky

Anthony T. Wood

C:What teacher would make the best C:WC:WbG wrestler?

Andres Marmol

Mr. Rafael Ross

Name: Silver Knight

Phrase: "Shut your cakehole"

Chris Baran

eacon Robert O'Malley

Name: Deaconator

Phrase: "You've got a warning"

Arnulfo Izquierdo

Mr. Juan Luis Flores

Name: The Flower Guy

Phrase: "Life's a garden, dig it"

Andrew Regueyra

Mr. Rafael Fernandez

Name: The Man from Krypton

Phrase: "If it's square, you can kiss my bear"

Diego Abaroa

Canek Acosta

Steven A. Agras

Kyle D Aguilar

Elias V. Alarcon

Alejandro A. Alvarado

Guillermo A. Alvarez

Orlando A. Alvarez Burgos

Armando Amin

Edwin Philip G. Andres

Juan C. Arenas

Carlos M. Armas

Frank D Azcuy

Felipe Baez

Felipe J Baez

Alberto Ballester

Richard A. Bandrich

Orlando Blanco

Carlos A. Briceno

Sebastian Briceno

Kristofer A. Burbano

Andrew M Burt

Joseph J. Cabrera

Christopher J. Cannata

Javier A. Caraballo

Fernando J. Casco Downing

Jose S Castellon

Daniel M Causey

Clarence M Chamorro

Alejandro M Chediak

Michael E. Chisholm

Giovanni Christodoulou

Adrian A. Colon

Daniel R. Cox

Michael H. Cruz

James E Darmody

Agustin J De Goytisolo

Miguel S. De La Flor

Nicolas A. De La Fuente

Ricardo A. De Lemos

Juan De Leon Belloc

Alexander L. Del Rio

Marcello A Delgado

Stephen W. Di Santis

Nicholas A. Diaz

Justin A Dieppa

Ricardo X. Escobar

Alexis J. Fernandez

Andrew L Fernandez

Manuel T. Fernandez

Mario L. Fernandez

Alejandro D Fonseca

Gregory L. Fontela

Christopher Formoso

Rosendo A. Forns

David M. Fraguio

Kevin J Fresco

Gabriel Garrido

Giorgio Garrido

Marcus J Garrido- Balanzategui

Luis A. Garriga

Emmanuel J. Gomez

Adam C. Gonzalez

Daniel R. Gonzalez

Julio A. Gonzalez

Daniel E Gonzalez Mora

Ruben A. Gonzalez Vallina

Andre M Grillon

Agustin G. Guardiola

Oscar A. Guerrero

Francisco A. Guia

Henriquez

Daniel A. Hernandez

Louis M. Hillman Waller

Paul N.lngelmo

Felipe Jaramillo

Enrique M Jauregui

Carlos M Jordan

Joshua G. Joseph

Trevor J Keith

Michael A Lafont

Felipe Lanusse

Dante M. Laughlin

Christian R. Leiva

Javier Lesteiro

Daniel J Llauro

Carlos R. Lopez

Orlando J Lorie

Jordi Macias

Jordi M. Macias

Nicholas P Madariaga

Juan J. Marcos

Victor M Marmol

David A. Marquez

Carlos R. Martinez

Reynaldo A. Mastrapa

wonders of the world

Say What?

"Whoa," "golly," and "Oh my gosh." These are the words of those who experience the talent of Julian Miranda for the first time. While others have the ability to run sub 4.4 40's in football or post batting averages over .400, Miranda has the uncanny ability to touch his own toes. While he is also a successful member of Forensics, active in student government, and an avid community service provider, he deems this his greatest accomplishment. "I've worked long and hard to reach where I can now " he states triumphantly, "and that's my toes."

Football Star!

Number 20 on the JH football team, Gregory Fontela, likes to carry things , be they the opposing team's defense into the end zone or the legacy of his older brothers. Fontela has been one of the most productive members of the Junior High team for the last two years, going both ways as starting halfback and linebacker. "Greg is the most unsung hero and hard worker on the team. He's one of the only guys who gives his all even in practice," said JH Head Coach Nick Garcia. He'll have to work hard to reach the level his brothers have. Seniors Gaby and Gaston Fontela, have both helped Belen's Varsity team to one of its best seasons ever. Do their accomplishments put pressure on his shoulders? "I'm proud of them because they're my brothers, but I believe I can eventually be better than both of them," he said.

A Tale of Two Cities ...

Victor Marmol has lived where winter is summer and spring is fall, meaning he lived in Caracas, Venezuela for ten years before coming to Miami. The timetable of the seasons is not the only difference between Miami and Caracas. "In Caracas, your money bought you more than here and the standard of living was higher, but here in Miami there is better education and more people are educated," he explained. He should know. In Caracas, Marmol attended an all boys school like Belen. Which city does he prefer? "A year ago I would have said Caracas , but my relatives have told me Venezuela has deteriorated since [Hugo] Chavez took control so I think I'll stay in Miami."

) Are you coming back next year? YES 92% NO 8%

) If not , why?

a) All work and no play make Jack a dull boy. OOJ

b) Play sports and impress Divi ion I coaches for a scholarship.

c) Got too fat and my cholestero l got too high eating in the cafeteria. SJ!o

d) Other 88%

You're starting high school next year and in four years, you will be in co llege where are ::>u setting your sights on for the future?

a. Staying in the city (UM, FIU, MDCC) 30 7%

b. Staying in state, but out ide of the city (UF, FSU, UCF) 7.6%

c. Out of state (Yale, Notre Dame, Southern Cal, U of Salamanca, etc.)53.8%

d. I won't need college! I'm gonna be a multi-millionaire rap/rock star! 7.6%

) Do you like (virgin) pifia coladas and getting caught in the rain? YES 72% NO 28%

) Would you have dodged the draft during Vietnam, ala Bill Clinton? YES 44% NO '5ff'lo

faces

@jpou could bve anpwhere in the wor/4 where would zt be and whp?

Victor Tarafa

"Hawaii; pretty girls in bikinis and I like surfing!"

Robert Smith "London ' because I just like British people ."

Stephan Sutton "Gameworks· ' you know what I'm talking about."

Andy Rovira

"Alaska, so I could be an Eskimo."

Ralph A. Matheu

Aran Matheus

William J Mayol

Conor G. McCarthy

Julio A. Menache

Daniel J. Mendez

Gabriel I. Mendigutia

Daniel Merino

Christopher A. Miles

Gonzalo L. Milina

Julian J. Miranda

Daniel J. Monzon

Joan A. Mora

Hector A. Moreno

Santiago Morfin

Reinaldo J Mouriz

Tomas P. Munoz

Timothy R. O'Connor

Felix J. Ocana

David A. Ocon

Jason A. Oliver

Daniel A. Oporto

Michael A. Orta

Clint Ortega

Sebastian Otero

Jose R. Paez

Andrew K Pantaleon

Daniel Parra

Jorge A. Perez

Marcos F. Perez

Daniel Perez Del Rio

Jonathan Pestana

Stephen T. Poindexter

Juan E. Ponce

Thomas Prieto

Michael Putman

Matthew J. Rad

Javier E. Ramos

Steven R. Rico

Raul R. Robayna

Ivan M Rodriguez

Jorge L. Rodriguez

Kevin M Rodriguez

Luis C Rodriguez

Ricardo Rodriguez

Rafael G Romero

Andres I. Rovira

Raimundo A. Rueda

11 They grow up so fast!

Running Far

Nick Diaz has been running from something. That something is opposing school runners. Diaz has been running cross-country since he was in 6th grade. His hard work and success have even garnered him the honors of 1st man, the best runner on the Junior High Cross-Country team. So far this year he has placed 17th at the Great American Race, an invitational with runners from various schools from different states. Then, he placed 5th in a tri-county All Catholic Conference race. Disappointment struck when in another All Catholic Conference race he suffered a debilitating hip injury, though he was still able to finish in 14th place. "The injury is disappointing because this year was my last chance to make an impact on the JH team before I have to move on to high school, but I look forward to getting better," he said.

Outstanding Delegate

Nicolas DelaFuente is one of the most successful members of Belen 's heralded Model United Nations team. De la Fuente joined the team in 7th grade and at the time wa s the younge st member of the team. This did not intimidate him and he worked hard to gain experience from older members and the team's moderator, World History teacher Mr. Thom as De Ques ada He went on to represent the countrie s of Ukraine , Israel , and the United States in three major conferences at the University of Pennsylv a nia and Duke , both prestigious national conference s, and Orlando, the most important statewide conference in Florida. At Orlando, his tenacity , extensive knowledge of hi s country' s stance on i ssues , and excellent speaking ability helped Belen's team win the Outstanding Delegation award and have the honor of being declared the best team in Florida. "I'm happy I joined the team early bec a use the experience I've gained is important for the time I get older and have to become a leader on the te am and help the younger members get better," he said. He will have an opportunity to show hi s experience at Georgetown, where a n international conference featuring teams from around the world takes place later on in the year.

Budding Star

Carlos Jordan isn't your average Belen student. He doesn't mind getting up early on Saturdays, really early. He usually has to get up at five in the morning to attend his Forensics tournaments. At these tournaments he competes in events such as Humorous Interpretation and Duo Interpretation for points. The only problem is that since he isn't in high school, his forensics points don't count. But this doesn't stop him from working hard for tireless hours to prepare for these tournaments. "The fact that my points don't count doesn't matter to me," he said, "because I know that by doing the work now I'll be better prepared for the competitions in high school." Hi s experience i s surely growing, as is his awards list. To name a few, Jordan earned a 2nd place finish in Humorous Interp. at the Dade County Tournament of Champions and 1st in Humorous Interp. And Duo at a tournament set aside for the best of the best in middle school forensics.

If you could learn any other language, which one would it be? a Japanese 34.4% b. Swahili

c. Greek 13.7% d. Ebon ies

8) Do your parent s allow you to date yet?

9) How come when it rain , sheep don't hrink?

a. It' an international s heep organization conspiracy.

b. Sheep don't exi t- they're a government conspiracy

c. Because the magical heep fairy makes it that way.

d . How the heck should I know?

lO) What is your favorite u e for your tie?

a. A tandard piece of Belen's dashing uniform.

b. As a las o to round-up dirty outlaw

c. Tie whipping, the ultimate test of manhood

d. Other

Eric A. Zambrano

Javier Zamparelli

Raymond J. Zomerfeld

Not pictured: Juan C. Sanchelima

Geoffrey A. Ryan

Carlos A. Sardina

Andrew C. Schmidt

Daniel A. Silva

Luis A. Simauchi

John Smit

Robert Smith

Tommy Soler

Ignacio Soto

Juan J. Sotolongo

Eugenio G. Suarez

Octavia G Suarez

Raul Suarez-Murias

Stephan E. Sutton

Victor Tarafa

Fernando J Tello

Adrian J. Torrent

Daniel Ugarte

Daniel E. Urgelles

Salvador Urrea

Jesus Valentino

Alexander R. Valverde

Juan C. Vargas

Jesse N. Vazquez

Christopher R. Vega

Max Vegasanz

Michael Vidal

Javier A. Vijil

Pablo A. Vinent

Rafael A. Yaniz

has been pour most memorable middle school moment?

Julio Gonzalez

"Mr. Signore's 7th grade class."

Luis Rodriguez

"When I first stepped into Ms. Dieguez's class!"

Alejandro Alvarado

"When I got a gold medal at the Awards' Ceremony."

Chris Cannata

"When I won the football championship in Coach Meilan's PE class."

Victor E. Alarcon

Javier Alemany

Daniel Alonso

Jon E. Alvarez

Fernando S Aran

Adrian A. Arrondo

Adam Badrampour

Robert J Baran

Dorian Barrera

Michael J. Bell

Gabriel E. Bermudez

Ryan K Bofill

Alexander Broche

Christopher M Bralley

Francisco J. Bustamante

Anthony J Cabrera

Salvador J. Camaraza

Christopher Cano

Daniel L. Caridad

Christian A. Carlesi

Armando Carrasquillo

Andrew R. Cartas

Juan F. Castellanos

Arturo Cepero

Steven R. Chavez

Eduard P. Chicota

Alexander Correoso

Armando D Cruz

Jorge E. Cubero

Frank S Damas

Franklin Danger

Gaston E De Zarraga

Mario E Del Rio

Victor E. Delgado

Juan P. Duarte

Alejandro Duque

Diego M. Durand

Joshua Echeverri Coronel

Julio D. Egusquiza

Perez Ernesto

Nicholas Escefan

Daniel J Escoto

Nicholas Estefan

Alex R. Feal

Jerry Feas

Anthony J Fernandez

Manuel Andres Fernandez

Matthew R. Ferran

Alexander Ferrer

Remigio J Flor

Juan E. Flores

Javier R. Fonseca

Oscar T. Fonseca

Andrew J Garcia

Daniel Garcia

Daniel A. Garcia

Daniel J. Garcia

Kristopher Garcia

Robert F. Garcia

Robert Gentry

Robert J Gilardi

Daniel N. Gomez

Jorge Gomez

Christopher M. Gonzalez

John P. Gonzalez

Javier I. Gonzalez Mora

Hector I. Gutierrez

Daniel P. Hanlon

Kean A. Hartling

Jonathan E Hernandez

Bryan M. Herrera

Carlos Miguel Hondal

Julio E. Jimenez

Andres Kaifer

Francisco A. Lacayo

Edward M. Lazzarin

Juan C Lega

Alexander G Leon

Francisco Leon De La Barra

Michael A. Lloveras

Sergio A. Lobo Navia

Anthony F. Logan

Branden A. Lopez

William Lopez

Enrique A. Lopez Calleja

Christopher R. Machado

Gabriel E Marrero

Manuel R. Mato

Matthew W Mecsery

Christopher A. Melley

Jose C. Mendiola

Raul F. Moas

Eric J. Montes

Adrian A. Montes de Oca

Lino M. Morejon

Fernando Moreno

Mavin

Superfly Stuntman

My name is Jose Redondo and I like to race dirt bikes, and have been racing for a few years now. Some people say that I remind them of Evil Knieval when I fly over the dirt hills and do 360's in the air, but I think I have my own style. By the way, I'm faster than Robert Perez; he doesn't stand a chance against this speed demon.

Super-Slugger

The next big thing?

I am Manny Fernandez, and I see the greats ofbaseball now, and say to myself, I can do so much better. I am an upcoming baseball stud. I hit, field, say hi to the ladies, and my dream is to go to the majors.

Human Beatbox

Here comes the boom

My name is Michael Sierra and if you have ever seen Police Academy, you know exactly what my talent is. My idol is Michael Winslow, the human beatbox from the movie, and I feel I can make almost as many sound effects as this professional can. One day I hope to be just like him, and star in another police academy.

Freshman Hoi/a•

In The Beginning ...

l.What would be your dream car? Ferrari - 17°/o 2. Do you prefer public or Porsche -1 Oo/o private school girls? Lamborghini - 28o/oPublic - 2°/o ummer - 35°/o Private - 2°/o Both· 96o/o

4. Who is your favorite rapper? Trick Daddy11°/o

3.Do you feel Belen is harder than your previous school? Yes· 93°/o

5. What type of tnusic do you No • 7°/o prefer girls to dance to? 6 . Who is your favorite Booty· 90o/o icon? Ja Rule - 66o/o Nas- 22o/o

LLCooiJ -1 o/o Salsa - 3°/o M. Tyson - 0°/o HipHop - 2°/o M. Jordan - 25°/o Polka - 5o/o Ray Lewis - 75°/o

It's Fresh h ...

@jpou had anp who would pou take toJieshman formal?

Gaby Bermudez

"Carmen Electra because she's so electrifying."

Anthony r-_ _. ernandez

"Jennifer Lopez because she hasher own clothes line."

Peter "Anna Kournikova, because she has a great swing."

Julio Jimenez

"The Doritos Girl, because th en i could get all the Doritos I . want."

.Jlrturo Sa6ates Javier :Mora :Marcos Segrera Ofivia

Amed Moussawel

Mario Murgado

Andres I. Navarro

Daniel A. Noste

Daniel T. Nunez

Alexander A. Oliva

Reinaldo A. Padial

Rodrigo Palacios

Nicholas Palermo

Alex Paraza

Alexander Pena

Robert Perez

Christoph Perez De Alejo

David Perez Del Rio

Peter R. Pidermann

Patrick P Pizzorn i

Francisco Ponce De Leon

Adrian A Pou

Enrique R. Puig

Ernesto C Ramirez

Daniel Ramirez-Bao

Jorge A. Ravelo

Andres A. Redondo

Jose P. Redondo

lan J Rivero

Jonathan M. Robbins

Daniel A Rodriguez

Mario M Rojo

Carlos A. Roque

Raymond Rufat

Arturo B. Sabates

James F. Sacco

Jordan J Sanchez

Michael A. Sanchez

Jonathan R. Sargenton

Marcos A. Segrera

Michael A. Sierra

David J Sigurani

Brian A. Soares

David C. Sotto

Roland R. St. Louis

Rodrigo 0. Tejedor

Jean Sebastien Thevenin

Marshall M Thomas

Luis F. Tornes

Jose Tost

Alexander P Trueba

Daniel Turnes

Let The Drummer Drum Now where's my snare?

Women go wild when I, Robert Giliardi, tell them I play drums. I play for a band called High Voltage. We have many gigs, and some of them even pay us up to $200 a night for our performance. If you have any upcoming parties, let me know.

Rough Rider Wanna Ride?

I, Robert Perez, am a motorcycle enthusiast. I ride dirt bikes in my spare time, and love to race. When I'm not racing, or fixing a bike on the track, I can be found at the Tikki Bar on Islamorada showing off to all the fme ladies.

A True Ladies Man Shaken, not stirred

My name is Cesar Vega, and I am the ultimate ladies man. They find me irresistible. You can say I'm like the Cuban James Bond. I party every weekend. You can catch me most of the time in the party district of South Beach.

New

to the block

Now speak ...

7.

9.What is the best place to meet IO.Who do you think is Miami's girls? best

Duuude Mr. R. Sucena's homeroom students show their skills playing the tennis racket.

Qyick Change ... Freshmen go to their lockers during lunch without worry, as they now have an extended lunch.

Breather ... A group of freshmen take a break during homeroom.

Help!

Senior David Bustamante shows the freshmen how to defend them selves.

Hmmm .. .Marshall Thomas ponder how to splve world hunger.

Interesting ... Ms. Leon's homeroom shows their enthusiasm for Channel r.

Mr G. Perez wonders about his lesson plans.

T.G . I.F Freshman are anxious for the bell to ring, so they can start their weekends.

Free Time ... Christopher Gonzalez checks the local newspaper for the weather.

Dilemma! Mr. DQlooks dazed as Carl Larcada tries to explain the decline of the roman empire, incorrect! y.

Catch this Marshall Thomas and other freshman play catch during lunch.

Chillin ... M.

shows his love forM. Thomas.

Chaos! Freshman try to find their classes on the first day.

Stand

ing T all

Michael Bell stands tall above the rest as he walks out of the dar k room.

Papastravos

pou were reincarcerate4 who would come back as?

William Lopez

"The President of the United States, because I want to rule the nation."

Andres Kaifer "Michael Jordan's son, because then I would be set for life."

Carlos Hondal

"I would come back as an ant, so I can carry ten times my own weight."

Robert Giliardi

" I would be the principal of Belen because I would run the school as I please ."

MaKiNG A DiFFeREnCE

Sophomores

Nicholas Acuna

Richard D Agudo

Adrian Alfonso

Mario A. Almeida

Ander J. Alvarez

Jose A. Alvarez

Ivan Arango

Donato A. Arguelles

Eduardo J Arguello

Alejandro J Arias

Mario A. Ariza

Javier E. Armenteros

Francisco G Arrieta

Steven Artau

Jorge R. Azze

Marino R. Baez

Javier A. Basnuevo

Jorge A. Bello

Gustavo Bermudez

Gaspar Betancourt

Raul A. Bethancourt

Andres Bilbao

Fabian Bustos

Albert B. Cabanas

Nicholas Camargo

Alejandro J Capote

Pedro Casais

Daniel Casamayor

Michael E Casas

Richard E Cassvan

Daniel A. Castellanos

Robert Ciarsolo

Carlos Condarso-Quesada

Carlos J Corral

David Costa

Jose Davila

Manuel A. De La Fuente

Oscar De La Vega

Enrique De Solo

Armando J De Zayas

Raymond Del Castillo

John Delgado

Brian A. Dominguez

Nicolas M. Echevarria

Freddy A. Elorza

Eric R. Esteva

Guerdy W Fabre

James S Fenton

David B Fernandez

Eric A. Fernandez

Michael S Fernandez

Nicholas A. Ferreiro

Alberto E. Flamini

Alexander L. Formoso

Eric M. Fresco

Emilio R. Fuster

Andrew L. Garcia

Carlos M. Gaviria

Sean M. Gibb Guillermo L. Gil

Aldrick Gonzalez

Marcell Gonzalez

Patricio Gonzalez

Nicholas A. Grandal

Juan Gronlier

Antonio C. Guadamuz

Felix Andres Guardiola

Andrew A. Guasch

Francisco Guevara

Jason Gutierrez

Oscar M Guzman

Khalil Harbie

Jonathan Hermida

Emilio Hernandez

Enrique Hernandez

Juan M Hernandez

Robert A Hernandez Diomar Infante

Gustavo A. Isaac

Michael A. Jalil

Christopher R. Jaramillo

Nicolas A. Jimenez

Jorge L. Jordan

Eric P Knott

Christian Kruger

Gonzalo E Lacayo

Wilhelm E. Lapica

Laurent J. Laroche

Richard Lavina

Jonathan E. Leal

Alejandro Lega

Jose I. Leon

William A. Lopez

Giovanni F. Lorenzo

Ariel Lugo

Carlos M. Macias

Holdin It Down

Not only is Chris Rey the newest addition to the sophomore class, He transferred from Florida Christian to Belen to become the starting quarterback for the Varsity football team. "I was looking forward to playing in a more competitive division," he said. His coaches believe that his talent will bring the team to many victories and eventually bring home the state championship!!!

LOVE FOR PUDDINGII

Eddie Regalado is known for some of the many interesting things he does. Not only is he a class clown or aN Football player, but he has a very odd interest in pudding. "I just love the taste of Vanilla pudding, and one day I hope to start my own pudding company," said Regalado with great enthusiasm. To many, money can be part of the joys of life, but to Eddie Regalado ... pudding is the joy of life.

The Mouth

Sophomore Luis Martin is the center for the N Football team and is known to many as "The Mouth.". Many ofhis friends call him that because of the many shouts he makes during his football games. "I show my school spirit in unique ways unlike, many other sophmores," He said. To this day, Luis continues his unique game shouts and is still known as "The Mouth."

Sophomore Survey:

I) Where would you rather spend your Saturday nights? a) Club 15% c) home 8% b) "getty" 31% d) Chucky Chee e 46%

2) Do you think we should go to war with Iraq? a) Yes 60% b) No 40%

3) Of the e, which class, do you mo t like thi year?

a) U.S. Hi tory 10% e) Spanish 1%

b) Geometry 9% f) Theology 3%

c) Alt 6% g) American Literature 22%

d) P.E. 35% h)Biology 14%

4) Who do you think has the best hot at winning the Superbowl?

a) Miami Dolphins 62% c) Oakland Raiders 23% b) New England Patriots 4% d) Kansa City Chiefs 11%

5) How many detentions do you average in a year?

a) 0 39% c)3-5 13%

b) 1-228% d) 5+ 20%

Slackers!!!

Peter Munoz "BMW 330 Cl because I've always wanted one."

Brian Dominguez "Shelby Mustang GTSOO because it's fast."

Alex Sosa "Mercedez SLK 500 because it's nice!"

Jimmy Fenton "Hummer H2 because I like big trucks."

Frank M Manes

Carlos Manrara

Miguel E. Marmol

Rafael Marquez

Luis A. Martin

Robert Mas

Rene A. Medina

Christopher G. Mendez

Louis F. Mendez

Eduardo F. Mendiola

Daniel R. Mendoza

Jose D Migenis

Ray Milian

Julio M Minsal Ruiz

Jeffrey Montes

David A. Monzon

Christopher Mouriz

Michael A. Mouriz

Peter W Munoz

Antonio M Navarro

George A. Naya

Carlos A Nieto

Andres Nunez

Alberto O'Naghten

Miguel A. Ocana

Azael R. Ortega

Carlos A. Ortega

Jose A. Ortega

Alejandro L. Ortiz

Alejandro Osorio

Andrew Otazo

Bryant A. Padilla

Daniel Palarios

Maickoll Papastavros

Javier Peral

Michael Peralta

Juan Perez

Juan Perez

Nicholas A. Perez Alvarez

Chris Pierce

Eduardo Pizarro

Eduardo D. Regalado

Christopher L. Rey

Jorge Rios

Juan I. Rivas

Luis Rizo

Alejandro J Rodriguez

Carlos D. Rodriguez

•Man or Legend

While being a full time student at Belen, and maintaining good grades, Michael Verwey is also a dedicated hockey player. According to him, his determination to set an example keeps him going on and off the rink. Although he is constantly challenged, he never loses hope. Playing offense, he is only one of two sophomores to play on the Belen Roller Hockey Team. He is the youngest player , and the future of the team.

Slugger

Nick Echevarria has been playing baseball his whole life. He plays first base but is mostly known for his power slugging. He led the JV team last year in homeruns, and plans to continue living up to his reputation. '' One day when I make it to the pro's , I plan to set the homerun record , " he said.

"ReD"

Enrique Hernandez is commonly referred to as "Red," because of his bright red hair. As Red walks through the halls, " SHH , Be quiet , Shut up", are phrases he commonly hears, because his hyper or crazy personality does not allow him to stop talking and making jokes. "I like cracking jokes, it's the only thing that keeps me awake during school." Red is a joker, but when he puts his mind to something, he gives it all he has.

Sophomore Survey:

6) Who would you rather li sten to?

7)

8)

9) If it were

10) Do you have a girlfriend? a) Ye 31 %

QB Chris Rey warms up on the sidelines right before the Homecoming football game against Crescent City, which Belen won with the score of 356.

Daniel J. Rodriguez

Jose Rodriguez

Daniel E. Rojas

Carlos A. Rosado

Facundo Rossello

Gabriel Sagarduy

Martin and Frank Manes talk about what they plan on doing after the Homecoming Dance.

Jorge E. Salazar

Fernando 0. San Juan

Christian J. Sanchelima

Andres F. Sanchez

Daniel Sanchez

Paul L. Santuoso

Adam Schertz

Victor H. Segrera

Octavia P. Simoes Ponce

Alejandro M. Sosa

Juan Teijeiro

Alejandro A. Telleria

Roger Teran

Peter A. Trujillo

Jorge L. Ugarte

Jose M. Ugas

Mauricio A. Valencia

Luis F. Vargas

Andres Vega

Michael A. Verwey

Alexander E. Wiltz

Eric R. Wiltz

Christopher N Zumarraga

Brian Dominguez walks down the aisle to recieve the award that he earned at the Award Ceremony.

Luis

Gaspar Betancourt t ries

climb a t re e as a cro wd watches in suspens e.

anyone who passes

to

Jorge Ugarte, Jim my Fenton, Alex Sosa, Carlos Rodriguez, and Chris Zumarraga relax at a 15's Party.

Cisco Guevara and Jorge Rios stand tall and proud while giving hard looks to

Jason Gutierrez bounces awkwardly on the floor.

Carlos Rodriguez roams t he hallways

Mr. Ignacio Font's sophomore art clas s takes their measurements while worki ng on a design.

Cisco

Andres Nunez tries to bodyslam his friend Gaspar Betancourt.

Andrew Guasch, Azael Ortega, and Eddy Mendiola sell pizza after school for Mrs. Gisel Rodriguez's homeroom.

Junior Manny Lopez hits so phomore Michael Papastavros as he tries to leave school.

Guevara and Jimmy Fenton get their game faces on!!

Jorge Ugarte drinks his Powerade as he calmly waits for his ride.

pou could have anp talent in the wor/4 what would it be cmd whp?

......_____J.orge Salazar

To hop around like a kangaroo so that I can carry babies in my pouch.

Eric Fernandez

To steal all the candy I can without being detected.

Jeffrey Montes Invisibility (Think of all the possibilities).

Jonathan Leal I am already talented as it is.

Juniors are:

Crazy

Gabriel E. Alonso Mendoza

Alberto J Aran

Jorge L. Blanco

Daniel Bravo

Johnathan A. Burke

Humberto Busto

Rafael C. Cabanas

Alejandro M. Castro

Gustavo J. Ceballos

Roberto J. Colon

Angel D. Cordova

Joshua Corona

Javier R. Correoso

Luis F. Costa

Michael E. Cross

Javier Cruz

Andrew S. Cuan

Adrian J. Diaz

Pedro B Diaz

Julian J Dieppa

Javier E Duenas

Ivan B Echenique

Giancarlo 0. Elesgaray

Jan P. Erkelens

Carlos M Estevez

Daniel E. Fernandez

Ricardo J. Fernandez

Eloy E Figueredo

Daniel A. Garcia

Henry F. Garcia

Hugo F. Garcia

Mario M Garcia

Raphael A. Garcia

Ricardo J. Garcia

Cesar E Garcia Canet

Javier A. Garcia Tunon

Emil A. Gomez

Eric C. Gomez

Manuel Gomez

Adrian M Gonzalez

Alimer R. Gonzalez

Eric A. Guerra

Timothy S Halpin

Maximilian W. Henderson

Gabriel Hernand $ z

Gregory

Santiago J. lturralde

Nelson J Izquierdo

Anwar Janania

Louis A. Jane

Jeffrey Jauregui

Peter J. Klock

Julian A. Knight

James G Lanners

Robert Daniel Leon

Jason F. Lopez

Manuel Lopez

Jason W Machado

David MacNamara

Andres E Manrara

Matthew R. Maranges

Dan iel A. Marquez

John J. Marrero

Edgar A Martinez

Jord i C Martinez Cid

Miguel J Massens

John Paul Mendez

Julio L. Mesa

George L Metcalfe

Justin Metcalfe

Juan J. Michelen

Pedro J Mir

Jesus Moises

Gabriel Montes

Norman Morejon

Alexander R. Nuche

Eduardo R. Nunez

Carlos Ortega

Michael A. Ortiz

Alexander M. Parets

Nicholas Partagas

Leone! Peraza

Daniel J. Perez

Emmanuel V. Perez

Ernesto A. Perez

Jorge A. Perez

Robert Perez

Steven Pessoa

Mario Pino

Borja Polo

Alexander Reyes

Giancarlo Ricard

Juan C. Robaina

Hector G. Robles

Christian Rodriguez

David L Romero

Who are

. Oth e r 13 o/o

l . What school do you like girls best from? Cl. Lou r des 35 o/o

La S a lle 13 o/o c:. St. Brendan tl. Gulliver e. Othe r

All Systems Go

Ready for Takeoff

Adrian Diaz has been into airplanes since he was a young kid, going to Tamiami Executive Airport to do what he loves-fly. During the weekend, Diaz goes with his father to start off by taking a briefing from the place where he will depart. Then it's off to the runway. He flies mostly Cessnas which are small propeller aircrafts, but he would love to take a seat in a jet's cockpit. Unfortunately, this isn't possible because of his age. Currently , Diaz is taking flying classes. He no longer flies as much as he used to because his focus now is on learning the skills required to take the cockpit. Diaz says he would like to pursue a career in flying, but it would be a special career if his flying were to be for the US Air Force or the US Navy.

Ritmo Latino

Bang in' on the Drums

Javier Correoso has been playing on his Latin percussion drums for the past 11 years. His interest in Latin music came from his dad, who works in the music business for Universal Records. Correy, as his friends call him, began his career when he was five. Since then , he has perfected his skills. Among the instruments he currently plays are the bongos and the timbales. He gas gotten the opportunity to play with bands such as Luis Enriquez ' s and Victor Manuelle. "Ever since I was small , I've been playing percussion. It's something I love doing during my time off. It's something that I'm going to continue to do and in the future hope to have my own band," he said.

Next Mike Tyson

Sparked

Standing at 6 ' 200 pounds in the red trunks, Mike Ortiz who hopes to box at an amateur level. He started last year because he wanted to be able to defend himself on the streets. "You never know what can happen in Miami so it's better to be safe than sorry," he said. He soon fell in love with the sport and started to train six days a week in the summer. "It was hard to wake up every morning and know that while I was going to be at the gym all my friends were going to the beach," he said. Ortiz would run three miles, lift weights, and hit the bag for an hour. Then he was off to football practice. "I had to give up a lot like going out because I would have to go to sleep early ," he said.

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@jpou could inmte cmp three livin!f or to a dinner who would 1t be and m ?

AlexNuche

"Jesus because it would be incredible to break the bread with him, James Herfield to play the guitar with the lead singer of Metallica, and Robin Williams because he is the Pan."

Andy Manrara

"Shakira because she is 'madd' hot, Javier Correoso because he's a cool dude, my girlfriend because she's a Royal Lion!!''

David Romero

"GI Joe because I'm a 'soldia', Sports lllustrated Calendar girl and Shakira because they are both hot 'mamis.'

Jason Lopez

"Vin Diesel so I can join the 'Xander Zone', Jimi Hendrix just because he's the man, and Steve Spurrier because what can I say, I'm a Gator!"

CJ3orja Po[o

P.rnie Perez Parets

Jose A. Roque

Carlos 0. Rovira

Angel M. Ruiz

Julian Salcedo

Arturo M. Sanchez

Charles M. Soto

Robert A. Velasco

Manuel A. Vergara

Jeffrey A. Vivo

Michael A. Wood

Matthew A. Stille

Andres Suarez

Gabriel Suarez

Robert J. Suris

Jonas E. Thompson

Ted J. Todoroff

Ramon J. Trillo

Jonathan R. Urgell

Jose Urriola

Alan M. Valdes

Michael B. Valdes

Rodrigo D. Vargas

Junior Thoughts•••

Survey says:

Who are

Gooooolazo Espaiiol!

The New Balla' ...

Borja Polo is one of the new juniors this year. He was born in Spain, and before arriving to Miami, he spent some years in New York with his family. From a very young age, Polo has been into the most played sport in the world and his native Spain- soccer. He has made the cut to play on the Belen Varsity Soccer team. Polo loves the sport and he puts soccer first. When asked about the play of Spain in the past World Cup, he said, "It was a disappointment to the country. I hope I can one day make it to that level and represent my country in the greatest sporting event in the world." Along with his love for soccer, Polo currently has a 3.4 GP A and hopes to combine his efforts in order to get a scholarship to the University of Chicago.

One Flip ...

Two FliRS!

Alan Valdes has been participating in gymnastics since 1990. At the beginning of his gymnastics career, he thought it would just be a hobby during his free time. Eventually, he developed into a high quality gymnast. He practices under the supervision of Jeff Metzger. With his coach's help, Valdes has matured in the spor and has become a great gymnast. Recently, Valdes traveled to Belgium to participate in an international competition. "It was a great learning experience for me and I learned a lot from this competition. Representing the USA was a great honor," he said. One day Valdes hopes to participate in the Olympics representing the USA. "In the meantime, I will just train and force myself to the maximum and hope to be called to join the USA Team for the Olympics," he said. Rockin' & Rollin':

STC the Band

Subject To Change is the new hit in town. STC is a rock band of four juniors, three of whom are from Belen. Nick Partagas, Gabriel Montes, and Ted Todoroff are the members. Partagas plays drums, Montes plays the guitar, and Todoroff sings. The band was put together a year ago and since then has made many appearances at parties and getties. This year, STC was invited to play at the Lourdes Sophomore dance which was a great achievement. The band has also made appearances throughout the year- at Angel Cordova's Rock Bash and at Greg Hernandez's party. The band's main achievement would be to get a contract with a recording company. For now, STC is just playing at parties and getting more and more popular.

5. What is your favorite this year? 7 D id you watch the

6. Which sport do you prefer?

Weird! JP Erkelens gets counseling from Ralph Ledesma after Ralf notices the weird outfit JP wore on "Wacky Wednesday" during Homecoming Week

C hillin'! Jesus Moises, Da nny Fernandez, and Steven Pessoa chill watching t he band STC play at Where am I? Gus Ceballos looks classmate Greg Hernandez's h ouse on a Friday lost, as usual, as he walks into government night in Ocotber. class late.

Clowning! Gaby Suarez shrinks to midget size during homeroom and runs away from Mr. Valdes for not having his tie on right.

Hungry! Ivan Echenique, Michael Cross, Andy Manrara and Adrian Diaz sit in the cafeterria enjoying their lunch.

H. W .! MattMarange studies after school befo heading out for a day of baseball condiditoning.

j ammin! Mario Garcia poses next to his buddies Louis Janes and Jason Machado with their lady friends at a party in October 2.002..

Wacky! Chris Rodriguez shows off his wacky costume for Wacky Wednesday during Homecoming Week.

Groovy!

Ted Todoroff is cheered on by the crowd as he performs along with his rock band on a Friday night in September 2.002..

Game plan! Alex Parets andjason Lopez talk over the game plan against Cresent City.

Diaz gets "owned" by Alex Parets after he tries to make fun of Parets' admiration of UM's

Sebastian the Ibis.

Messing

Around! Michael Wood annoys J avy Garcia Tunon while he tries to do his homework. "It was fun but I needed to finish my homework," said Garcia Tunon.

@jpou had a sWth

J.P. Erkel ens

"The ability to detect idiots before speaking to them so I don't have to."

what would 1t be and whp?

Danny Perez

"To see dead people because I couldn't think of anything else to say."

"I would like to talk to animals like Dr. Doolittle so I can ask J-Lo's dog if J-Lo really lo'ves me!"

Alex Parets

"I would want it to be super powers so I can be a super man. Yeah Baby!"

Platinum

Be yon olden

Rene Carballo

Nicolas Carmona

David Carnright You're gonna have to speak up; I'm wearing a towel. -Homer Simpson

Jonathan Andrade Understated, underrated, underestimated,

Eduardo Casal Venni, Vidi, Vicci -Julius Caesar

Keep it real. Keep it simple. Keep it real simple. - Anonymous

Carlos De La Vega

Daniel Enriquez

Gaston Fontela I'll huff, and I'll puff, and I'll blow your house down! -The Big Bad Wolf

Alejandro Cura

Felipe De Leon I have had

Groucho Marx

Alexander Esteban Good Times -Alex Esteban

Joseph Frederick Cherish yesterday, dream tomorrow, and live today. -Anonymous

Jorge De Leon

Andres Fernandez

Andrew Fusco Ordinary is just not good enough today. -Raine Maida

Rodolfo Delgado The happiest people don't

-Anonymous

Miguel Ferrer Friends smile with me,

Ignacio Duquesne Reach high, For stars lie hidden in your soul Dream deep, For every dream precedes the goal. -Pamela Vaull Starr

Gabriel Fontela The road to easy street goes through the sewer. -John Madden

Jorge Garcia If it weren't for the last minute, a lot of this would never get done. -Anonymous

Seniors Speak

1. What college are you going to?

UM-21% FIU-12%

UF-1 0% MDCC-9%

2. Out of state, where to?

Southeast-40%

II What's the rush?

Serve it up!

Planning service projects for the Belen Key Club in order to improve community is not easy. It takes hard work and dedication in order to meet these goals. But when it comes to Mariano Mallol, Key Club President, he surpasses these expectations. "It really does feel good when I put the hard work in to this club, but I can't do it without my outstanding staff," he said. Mallol also plays for the Varsity Soccer team.

The Next Jimi Hendrix

Rock n' rolling since the 3rd grade, Bernie Pimentel has an extreme amount of love for the guitar. Pimentel began playing the drums, but when his parents noticed it was too loud, it was time to pick another instrument. "It's a very fun hobby to do in your spare time and it relaxes you by taking out all the stress in your life," he said. Pimentel performed in two talent shows his junior year.

Underground Dee-Jay

Andy Vigil has been spinning on the 1s and 2s since freshman year. He has DJed many events, from house parties and open houses to Student Council dances. "I have such a blast doing it that when the party is over, it seems to me I have been there for only 10 minutes," he said. Vigil also records his mixes to share with classmates.

3. What determined your college selection?

popularity-40% scholarship/financial aid- 22% parents-14% size-13% friends-11%

4. Do you think it's valuable to go away for college?

Northeast-29% Yes-83%

Midwest-1 0% No-17%

Other-16%

Southwest-5%

5. Where will you be living? on campus-61% off campus i n an apartment-19% off campus @ home-17% other-3%

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Carlos ln guanzo

Forgive your enemies, but never forget their names -John

When

Luis

If we don't spend it, we will drown it. -MC Hammer

I

Even when I was wrong, I got my point across.

-Notorious B.I.G.

Kristian Leon Champions aren't made in gyms. Champions are made from something they have deep inside them -Muhammad Ali

Bryan Lorenzo

F. Kennedy

Andres Miguel That is not dead which can eternal lie And with strange a eons even death may die. -Cthulhu

Federico Moreno

you make peace with authority, you become authority. -Jim Morrison

Llamas

Alejandro Miranda Humor is just another defense against the universe -Mel Brooks

Alejandro Munilla

Robert Lloveras

don't want to work, I want to bang on the drum all day -Todd Rundgren

lldefonso Mas Success is achieved not by what you want, but how much you want it. -Mom

Mauricio Montiel Law controls the lesser man Right controls the greater one. -Chinese Proverb

But no matter how many fish in the sea it'd be so empty without me -Eminem

Alexander Lopez I will rule you all with an iron fist! You! Obey the fist! -Zim

Daniel Masvidal A diplomat is a person who can tell you to go to hell in such a way, you look forward to the trip. - Cask ie Stinnett

Javier Morejon I don't care... I don't care.. I don't care -Americo Padilla

David Munoz-Bustamante Arrgh, Matey! -A Pirate

Daniel Lopez Everybody dies, not everybody truly lives -William Wallace

Jonathan Mederos You can do anything you want as long as you stick to it long enough - Helen Keller

Eduardo Moreno Every man dies; not every man really lives. -William Wallace

Xavier Navarro

II What's the rush?

Big Stroke by a Little Man

Nick "little tiger" Ale x ander is one of the stars of the Varsity Golf team, even though he stands at 5' 7" " I can drive the ball 280 yards off the tee," he said. This year alone he has shot under par three times. On good days Alexander with his Big Bertha Special hits the ball and it lands right on the green. "I would never think that such a little guy could whack a golf ball so far," said teammate Ricky Moreno.

D-money Rafa

Ralf De Armas is the starting second baseman on the Varsity Baseball team, but on the weekends he is a back player on the 32degreez paintball team. He has a 2002 ANS auto-cocker with a 14- inch titanium barrel. "I can shoot about 8 balls per second," he said. De Armas practices two weekends a month at Strike Force in Homestead. This year he and his team will try out for the Nationals in Orlando, Florida. Ralf "the vacuum cleaner" De Armas in baseball goes by "D-money" in paintball.

Underwater Sniper

Most people know Milton Collantes as a big tuff guy even though he is only about 5'8". What most people don't know about him is that he is an underwater fisherman. Collantes has a 26 foot Mako boat with twin 200 Yamaha engines . He also has a couple of different spear guns including, "my baby," a 61 "Riffe Baja." He has shot big game fish like 40 lb. groupers, snappers of all sorts , and even the most rare African pompano. Collantes partly gets his eye for precision shooting from working at his father's jewelry shop. Underwater he has been known to wrestle and capture one of the most feared fish, the Barracuda.

Survey

6. What munchies will you be eating mostly during college?

Tostitos Chips with salsa-26% Doritos-26%

Other-26%

7.Areyou planning on working while you are in college? Yes-74%No-26%

9. What part-time college activities do you plan on doing? Athletics-44% Other-38%

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B · 23 01 would you like to attain? usmess- -;o

M d 2201 Master-48% e Ierne- -;o Sour Jacks-12% Undecided-IS% Medicine-19% Skittles-10% Law-12% Engineering-16% Other-l 2 % Other-13% Bachelor-9%

We're almost there! Mariano Mallol, Carlos Larcada, Damian Penichet, Derek Varona, and Gaby

ontela show off their pride after receiving their senior rings.

Congratulations!!! Louis Rojas signs with FSU to play baseball.

GO CANES! A group of seniors and their girlfriends at the UM vs. Boston College

Just Heat It! David Caballero impersonates

Mr. Frank Pichardo; here he takes a break between shows at the Senior Skit.

Cruising! Carlos Wiltz arrives in his conspicuous Honda Civic.

GO FISH! Yoyi

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Whatever you do, don't let Andy Vigil come inside.

Rene Veliz

Mark Wegmann

Alejandro Behrens

Eduardo Valdes

Rolando Vicaria

Juan Weissenbera

Gu illermo Vallejo

Andres Vigil

-Konflikt

Heinz Wendorff

Alfredo Vargas

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Alexander Vol sky

Carlos Wiltz I'm good bro. -Americo Padilla

Derek Varona l'f you're going to do something tonight you'll be sorry for tommorow morning, sleep late -Henry Young Man

Adrian Von der Osten I don t know what I've been told You never slow down, you never grow old -Tom Petty

Christopher Zacarias It's lonely at the top, but it's comforting to look down upon everyone at the bottom. -Anonymous

Left: A group of seniors kickback on the dock at Scotty's Landing.

Right: Xavi Navarre and his girlfriend Francis Martinez before taking off to the Homecomin Dance

Sophomore Chris Rey shows a flash of excitement during the Modern Language Fair.

Mayor of Miami Manny Diaz, an alum, and Fr. Victor Cartaya SJ met at the Modern Language Fair.

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ALPHA CLUBS

Above and Beyond ...

ALPHA Clubs was filled with many activities that included field trips all around Miami. The club currently has 82 members in it to go along with their five moderators. This year the Photo Club division had the most successful auction in years, which is held annually in the library. Senior Jorge "Y oyi" Pereira said, "The Photo Club is constantly in the dark room. I spend a lot of time in the Vincam room working on my yearbook pages and the Photo Club guys are always there. What they do in the dark room is magic because they develop some awesome pictures." The ALPHA Club also had many excursions to see great plays such as Les Miserabies, Little Shop of Horrors, Miss Saiqon, The Laramie Project, and The Sound of Music. They also show many movies in the Vincam Dining Room after school. The Art Branch held a garbage art workshop and also went to a Cinematography Workshop at Disney World. At this workshop, various students participated in the making of a film from the beginning to the end. The Literature Branch held a Halloween writing contest and had many of their entries published in Read {This year was great. It's just too bad that it is my last year," said senior and club president Roly Vicaria.

Xavi Navarro

Here are the Playbill covers of some of the performances ALPHA Club members attended

Senior Bryan Lorenzo places his letter in an envelope, where it will be sent in to a foreign country with hopes to persuade a decision regarding a political prisoner

Junior Roberto Colon hands his letter to club moderator Mr. Patrick Collins who is in charge of mailing them out.

Photos and captions by Robbie Lloveras

Gentleman! Ms. Tere Campos shows the members of the club the the right way of packing the eggs for the Easter event at Centro Mater. The Easter Egg hunt was one of the big sucesses for the club.

The Boys! The group huddles around Ms. Campos to take the group picture before they start to plan on another service project.

Front Row: Ro lando Vicaria, Eduardo Nunez, Bernardo Pimente l, Arturo Sanchez, Mr Rolando Sucena, Michael Va ldez, Kr is Leon, Carlos Rovira; Second Row: Adrian Gonzalez, Gregory Shaiberger, Pau I Orta, Chris Rodriguez, Rodr igo Suarez, Jon as Thompson , Andrew Cuan, John Marrero, Robert Colon, Ms. Ana Fenton; Third Row : Julio Minsai-Ruiz, Rafael Ll anes, Fourth Row: Eric Gomez, Eric Fern andez, Max Henderson, Mario Pino, Hen r y Garcia, Cesar Garcia- Canet; Fifth Row: Fr. Pedro Cartaya SJ, Ma nny Rov ira, Eric Gomez, Victor Soto, Danny Rodriguez

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(right) The Meteorology Club uses this to measure barometric pressure, temperature and humidity in order to predict the weather.

Cool Breeze

(far right) Ever wonder what the spinning things on the roof of the central patio are? This instrument measures the wind speed reported by the vanes on the roof.

Chilling Senior JP Hernandez hangs out with some team members from Lourdes at a Robotics Club competition. Belen and Lourdes formed a joint team venture for the event.

BASES GITUP

3-

4-Wind

1-Ham Radio 2-Beaker with copper wire

They're Mad, I tell you ! Resident science whizzes Mr. Jose Padilla and Mr. Carlos Bravo try an experiment.

Vane 5-0id Telescope

Mr. Leo Williams gives guidance to his Forensics team which will help them in the upcoming regional competition.

Row: Alex Egusquiza, Chris Camargo, Carlos Larcada, Matthew Jordan, Mike Valdez, Tony T orrente, Henry Garcia, Danny Hernandez. Second Row:: Loren Rodriguez, Mauricio Montiel, Jon Andrade, Luis Llamas. Third Row:Jordi MartinezCid, Peter Mir, Nick Carmona, Enrique Quevedo, Julio Aenlle

First

Photos by Robbie Lloveras and Rene Veliz

Senior Julio Aenlle smiles as he has once again forgotten his lines.

Seniors Jon Andrade and Rene Larrieu act out their masterful piece to an empty classroom.

RISING STARS

Mauricio Montiel, Jon Andrade, and Rene Larrieu attempt to demonstrate how acting is done ata weekend Forenscis tournament.

Only losing two valiant members to last year's senior class, Mr. Leo Williams and the Forensics Team had no problem bringing home the hardware. The sophomore class seemed to be the heart and soul of the squad. With Alex Rodriguez and Robert Hernandez acting up a storm and Mike Valde debating his way right to the top, it was hard to deny these youngsters. Leading the small, but powerful group of seniors was Danny Hernandez followed by Luis Llamas and Enrique Quevedo.

The team toured America everywhere from Boston to Atlanta, Arlington and Chicago.

"The team really came through this year in State's and at the Harvard tournament. A lot of underclassmen showed up seasoned veterans at almost all of our tournaments this year," said Presiden Mike Valdez.

"I couldn't have asked for a more dedicated bunch ofkids. I was really surprised this year at how the younger guys stepped it up. It's going to be hard to say good-bye to all the seniors, but I couldn't be more proud of them," said Mr. Williams.

Robbie Lloveras

After a hard day of mixing cement for a school basketball court in the Dominican Republic, senior Damian Penichet takes a time out to cool off.

The 2002-2003 Key Club

Seniors Damian Penichet, Carlos Larcada, and Mariano Mallo! hang out with some members of the St. Brendan's Key Club at a leadership workshop in Haines City, Fl.

vice-President :arlos Larcada shows his reaction after seeing the food menu at one of the dinners in the <.ey Club District :onvention in Jrlando.

Mariano Mallo I and Eugene Hernandez finish their work in the Dominican Republic before laying out cement. Following the Belen motto of "Men for Others" nearly 150 members of the Belen Key Club managed to complete over 26,000 service hours. The Club has proven itself to be one of the best clubs in the district. At the 65th annual district convention held in Orlando, Key Club earned First Place in Major Emphasis Program, Second Place in Single Service and Third Place in Scrapbook Fr. Wil lie Garcia- Tunon SJ, along with Mr. Ralf Ledesma and Mr Juan Carlos Alam, once again advised the club. Under the leadership of President Mariano Mallol, Vice President Carlos Larcada, Secretary Mike Fer nandez, Treasure Eric Knott and Editor Damian Penichet. "We had an outstanding year which couldn't have been done without our prestige and hard working members," said Mallo I. The Club focused itself on three projects which included Naranja, a schoo l for the children of migrant workers, Regis House, a substance abuse treatment facility for y o ung adults and ARC where members played with disabled kids The clubs other projects included toy drives, ca r washes, the Calle Ocho Festiva, l service trips to the Dominican Republic, blood drives, and the Fiesta de Solar

Bryan Lorenzo & Damian Penichet

ARC Chairman Andres Vigil spends his time by playing in the playground with a few kids from ARC during an afterschool trip.

Board members Mariano Mallo I, Eugene Hernandez, and Carlos Larcada go over member hours with Kiwanis Advisor Mr. Rafael Ledesma.

Eugene Hernandez, Mariano Mallo I, and Damian Penichet work with the St. Brendan's Key Club at a car wash.

Since its inception by former World History teacher and now leader of El Directorio, Mr. Orlando Gutierrez-Boronat, the Model Nations team has evolved into a dynamic organization that features dedicated participants from sixth to twelfth grades. The club is now advised by Mr. Thomas de Quesada who has led them to MUN conferences at FlU, Brown University, Johns Hopkins University, Duke University, University of Pennsylvania, and Georgetown University. The team of 4 2 students was guided by seniors George Gonzalez, Danny J. Rodriguez and Kris Sedeno "With the addition of havingjunior high members it allows the club to build a foundation for future success ," said Gonzalez. The club recently attended the NAIMUN conference from Feb. 11 till Feb. 16, at Georgetown University. Among the attendees were veteran members Noe Burgos, Eduardo Casal, George Gonzalez, Luigi Juarez, Federico Moreno, Daniel J. Rodriguez, Kristian Sedeno. Senior Federico Moreno and seventh grader TJ Villamil were awarded as outstanding delegates. While on their trip to DC, students met with Belen alumni such as Cesar Conde, a White House Fellow, Aquilies F. Suarez, Special Assistant to the President for Domestic Policy, and Xavier Arguello from the Nicaraguan Embassy. Belen students also visited the Tomb of the Unknown Solider. On Feb. 13 team members placed a wreath at the tomb on behalf of the Belen community. "Although we got snowed in and had to stay a couple of extra days in DC, it was an amazing trip. We did well at the conference and we met many people form different states," said Sedeno. Bryan Lorenzo

THE Model

United Nations team visits Mr. Xavier Arguello, Minister Counselor at the Nicaraguan Embassy.

TAKING ON THE NATIONS

POSING

Marcelo Delgado, Kris Sedeno, Daniel Hanlon, Noe Burgos, Mr. Thomas de Quesada, Eduardo Casal, Ricky Moreno, Alex Correoso, Nicholas Volsky, Trevor Keith, George Gonzalez, Rafael Yaniz, Daniel J. Rodriguez, Nicholas de Ia Fuente, T J Villamil and Mr. Patrick Collins stand in front of the White House.

VISITING Mr. Patrick Collins meets with Mr. Aquiles F. Suarez, Special Assistant to the President for Domestic Policy in Washington DC.

Outside

Forces ... This year's team includes girls from Lourdes Academy, which is where the team name, WolvCats, came to be.

Teamwork

...

The Robotics team this year includes Mario Pino, Max Henderson, Victor Soto, Manny Vergara, Eddie Nunez, and John Marrero.

It's Alive!!! Who would be able to guess that this metal monster would be able to move boxes and perform other complicated tasks?

ROBOTICS CLUB

Load me up! Junior Manny Vergara programs L2-B2 with his laptop for the upcoming test.

The Art Of Assembly

... Seniors

Michael Lemus and Robert Sobrado watch as Junior Manny Vergara assembles parts of L2-B2.

Testing

123 ... L2-B2 gets its first test run together. Its goal-- to pick up boxes and move them.

How it's done

...

Senior

Victor Soto shows the other members of the team how to assemble one of the complex motors involved in moving the metal beast.

Captions by Rudy Delgado

Photos Courtesy of Robotics Club

FRIDAY DANCE-OFF

X-MAS? Xa vi Navarro imitates Santa as David Caballero proclaims his Christmas wishes.

VOGUE! The yearbook staff and editors stop and pose after a hard day's work

INVESTIGATION David Caballero and Louis Gonzalez catch Jose Garcia red-handed playing video games instead of doing his work.

CHILLN'

Not

Back Row: Rene Veliz, Robert Suris Third Row: Julio Aenlle, Robert Lloveras, Rudy Delgado, Nicky Alexander, Ernie Perez, Kris Leon Second Row: Felipe De Leon, Jorge Pereira, Jorge De Leon, Damian Penichet, Victor Ruiz, Javier Cruz, Justin Metcalfe First Row: Jose Garcia, Xavi Navarro, Alex Munilla, Santi Tefel, Louis Gonzalez, Alfie Vargas, Bryan Lorenzo, and Ms. Cristina Casero.

pictured: Tony T arafa , Jason Machado, Edgar Martinez, Carlos Ortega, Javi Araque, Frankie Rovirosa

First Row: Bernie Pimentel, Luis Llamas, Eugene Hernandez, Daniel Enriquez, George Gonzalez, Felipe Ojeda, Ms. Aimee Busquet Second Row: Juan 0' Naughten, Alex Esteban, Enrique Quevedo Alex Cur a, Matt Maranges, David Romero, Chris Guiets Third Row: David Carnright Loren Rodriguez, Andy Manrara, Ricky Garcia, Javier Correoso, Juan Michelen, Michael Cross, Jason Lopez Fourth Row: Danny Fernandez Steven Pessoa, Ivan Echenique, Greg Hernandez

Enrique Quevedo stares blankly at the computer as he decides how he's going to begin his next big story.

Editor-in-chief Daniel Enriquez looks on as his editors ''handle their business."

David Carnright sadly picks up his phone and calls to double check a source on a story after being scolded by George Gonzalez.

tthriauttzrs topic, -·-9·-9·- mind of George layoutS, the was 01easir1a week after week. Finally, Aimee Busquet was there to JllOCII!easc,n with even the most big..tf'.WJ'ilei'$ (Loren Rodriguez excluded). It providing the paper every month, I,,III&"IVe you had as much fun reading it as we Danny Enriquez

HOT OFF THE PRESS!

ACHIEVERS

BETA

First Row: Ju an Ca rlos Saa b, Norm an RuizCa st ane d a , G eorg e G a r c ia . Eugenio Hern an dez, Xa vier Na va rro , Robert Klock. Alberto A r an, Da nny Lop ez, Eric Guerra Se cond Row: Ms. Olg a Ra mon. Step hen Putm a n, A lej andro Munill a , Eri c Bl a nco. Robert Sobr ado, Daniel C. Rodriguez. John a th a n Mederos. A ndrew Gu asch. Henry G a rci a Third Row: Adri a n A lfonso. Mike Mouriz , Eri c Esteb a n. Carlos CorraL Jorge Bello, Christi a n S anc helim a. Daniel Mendoz a , Pa ul Santuoso. Chriti a n Krueugr, Peter Cas ais. Fourth Row: G a briel Su a rez, lldefonso Ma s, Joseph Perez de Corc ho, Mario Pino.

JUNIOR BETA

First Row: Alex Munilla, Xavier Navarro, Eugenio Hernandez, Daniel Garcia, Norman RuizCastaneda, Joseph Perez-de Corcho, Franklin Danger

Second Row: Mario Rojo, Daniel Noste, Jose Carlos Mendiola, Danny Garcia, Joshua Joseph, Juan Carlos Saab, Bryan Suarez, David Perez- Del Rio

lVIU ALPI-IA

First row: Adriana Suarez, Daniel

Aldo

Daniel

Roly

Larcada, Rene Caraballo. lvls Gisell

Andy

Gutierrez, Alberto Aran Second Row: Daniel Hernandez. Eddie Moreno. Robert Baran Daniel Hanlon, Arturo Sanchez. Adrian Gonzalez, Javier Cruz, Victor S o to Javier Morejon. Greg Schaiberger. Jf Bermudez. Ignacio Duquesne Third Row: A.nthony Fernandez Eduardo Casal. William Cartas Oscar Guzman. Alex Rodriguez, Christopher Jaramillo. Rene Medina. Eric Fernandez Javier Armenteros. tv1ike Valdez. Hanny Vergara. Charles Wood Fourth Row: Francisco Lacayo. Oscar Fonseca. Juan Flores. Mario del Rio. Carlos Honda!. Alex Peria. Raymond Brutat Anthony\'ega. Chris Cano, Carlos lnguanzo, Rene Larrieu. Ricky Hernandez, Carlos Rovira. Miguel tv1assens. Miguel Daniel f alacios Fifth Row: DAnny Escoto, Alexander Oliva Rodrigo Tejedor Raul tvloas Christopher lvlelley, David Soto, Carlos Valdez. Jonathing Jorge Ravelo. Alex Esteban, Carlos de Ia Vega Fourth row: Franklin Danger Andrew Valdes. Byran Herrera Alex Co r r eoso.

Rodriguez.

Vigil. Alex Volsky,

Vicaria.

Baquerizo.

Riesgo. Sedeno , Carlos

Rodriguez, Oscar de Ia Vega. Nick

Seventh Row:

Marrero ,

to Eighth Row: A.ndrew Cuan.

MATHEM-ADDICTS

Geomotry Wiz! Freshman David Sotto flashes the hardware after placing 8th in the Individual Geometry division.

Sporting Their Stuff! The Mu Alpha Theta Squad shows off their new apparel hoping that it will bring them good luck in the Felix Varela High Competition.

Kings of the Hill! Freshmen Ralph Romero, Dan Urguelles, Marcello Delgado and Julio Egusquiza display their 1st place trophy in the Algebra division.

Loungin! Seniors Carlos Larcada, Danny Baquerizo and Aida Riesgo take time to relax after finishing a tough Calculus team test at Naples High.

MUSIC APPRECIATION SOCIETY

Top Row: Jerry Garcia, Robert Garcia, Cesar Vega, Andrew Cuan, Mr. Tony Alexander

Center Row: Charles Mingus, Thelonious Monk, James Hendricks, Manny Vergara

Bottom Row: Carlos Valdes, Mike Lloveras, Ted Todoroff, Jonas Thompson

RESPECT LIFE

Top Row: Robert Klock, Santiago Tefel, Michael Wood, Gabriel Fontela, Javier Garcia- Tunon, Javier Cruz.

Middle Row: Michael Lemus, Enrique Orizondo, David Carnight, Luis Gonzalez, Rene Larrieu, Derrick Varona, Bernie Pimentel.

Bottom Row: Deacon Robert O'Malley, Juan Carlos Saab, Norman Ruiz- Castaneda, Xavier Navarro, Alex Munilla, Carlos lguanza, Eugene Hernandez

INTERNATIONAL BROTHERS CLUB

Top Row: Pierre Motta, Adrian Colon, Alex Howard -Fuentes, Jesus Valentino, Ivan Rodriguez, Trevor Keith

Bottom Row: Ms. Alicia Farinas, Patrick lngelmo, Daniel Echeverria, Daniel Escoto, Martin Medina, Gabriel Henriquez, Alejandro Alvarado, Michael Martinez

ALTAR BOYS

Top Row: Carlos Jordan, Deacon Robert O'Malley, Oscar Guerrero. Bottom Row: Gregory Schaiberger, Matthew Jordan, Sebastian Juncadella

CHRISTIAN LIFE COMMUNITY

Bottom Row: Manny Gomez, Mr. Ralf Ledesma, Gaby Fontela, Danny Rodriguez, Ms. Angie Fernandez, America Padilla, Carlos lnguanzo, Felipe Ojeda, Dr. Josefina Chirino, Javier Cruz, Mr. Ariel Fernandez Second Row: Amado Nieto, Felipe Ortega, Daniel Mion-Bet, Juan Diaz-Padron, Victor Saizarbitoria, Matthew Jordan, Jose Leon, Julio Minsai-Ruiz, Miguel Marmo!, Ms. Angelique Ruhi Third Row: Dorian Barrera, Alexander Oliva, Oscar Guerrero, Marcos Perez, Daniel Urgelles, Carlos Jordan, Rafael Y aniz, Ms. Maria Cristina Reyes-Garcia Fourth Row: Deacon Robert O'Malley, Alberto Flamini, Jose Redondo, Daniel Alonso, Victor Alarcon, Raul Moas, Anthony Santos, Alexis Corral, Guillermo Echarte, Ms. Adriana Suarez Fifth Row: Mateo Elorza, Br. Francisco Permuy SJ, Ahmed Moussawel, Alex Correoso, Danny Escoto, Michael Rios, Danny Lobo, Richard Costa, Tom my Rincon, Alejandro Jerez Sixth Row: Fr. Victor Hernandez SJ, Michael Wood, Gabe Alonzo- Mendoza, Michael Wood, Alex Castro, Gabriel Suarez, Javier GarciaT uP\on, Ms. Ana Fenton, Ms. Teresita Campos, Fr. Marcelino Garcia SJ

FISHING CLUB

Names not available.

Members Present: Alex Villar, Daniel Moas, Aaron Delgado, T J Villamil, Javier Herrero, Andrew Regueyra, Eduardo Escobar, Richard Smit, Daniel Barrera, Joshua Pereira, Sean Keith, Tommy

Robaina, William Gonzalez, Sponser- Mr. Rafael Fernandez

FRENCH CLUB

First Row: Ms. Maria Alonso, Manuel Lopez, Adrian Diaz, Manuel Gomez, Rene Carballo, Daniel Masvidal, Milton Collantes, Ryan Gramatges, Carlos Larcada, Gaston Fontela, Stephen Hermida Second Row: Raphael De Armas, Javier Carabeo, Xavier Navarro, Federico Moreno, Ricardo Hernandez, Rolando Vicaria, Max Henderson, Gabriel Fontela, Bryan Lorenzo Third Row: Albert Regueyra, Alex Munilla, Renzo Pis a, Alfredo Vargas, Derek Varona, Eric Blanco, Enrique Orizondo, David Caballero, Paul Orta, Bernardo Pimentel. Fourth Row: America Padilla, Robert Lloveras, Christopher Zacarias, Luis Pereda, Joseph Perez De Corcho, Damien Penichet, Eduardo Moreno, Justin Metcalfe, Julian Dieppa, George Garcia. Fifth Row: Heinz Wendorff, Alex Uribe, Javier Cruz, Mario Garcia, Javier GarciaTunon, Jan Erkelens, Michael Wood, Jonathan Burke Sixth Row: Norman Morejon, Michael Cross, George Perez, Daniel Perez, John Paul Mendez, George Metcalfe, Alex Reyes, David Bustamante Top Row: Bernie Mack, Andres Fernandez, Michael Gonzalez, Nick Davis, Louis Gonzalez, Bryan Suarez, Stephen Putman, Emmanuel Perez

NATIONAL ART SOCIETY

Members Listed: Ignacio Duquesne, Carlos De La Vega, Daniel Bravo, Josh Corona, Max Henderson, Anwar Janania, John Marrero, Jesus Moises, Gabriel Montes, Carlos Rovira, Rodrigo Vargas, Manuel Vergara, Jose Urriola, Rodrigo Suarez, Adrian Von der Osten, Enrique Orizondo, Santiago Tefel

CHESS CLUB

Members Listed: Alexander Howard- Fuentes, Jose Cardenal, William Mayo!, Martin Medina, Carlos Jordan, Anthony Kanelidis, Adrian Sanchez, Stephen Poindexter, Trevor Keith, Bryan Pardo, Marcelo Delgado, Juan Arrieta.

ART-IFICIALLY INTELIGENT

Daniel Bravo and Enrique Orizondo work side by side, in case they need each other's help, while completing their works. "Two heads are better then one,'' said Bravo. Both take art as an elective and are members of the Art Club.

ALL H-ART

Jose Urriola puts his H-art and soul into his next piece. ''Whenever I pick up that paint brush, I'm able to show how I really feel," he said.

28 Shots and their lead singer

'\lex Cura rock the central patio

:::Js they are crowned champions Jf the first ever Battle of the 3ands. "We were just simply Jetter than the rest," said :::ura.

31ANT HEAD The new 1flatable Waldo head is also nown by its nickname due to its Jok, "The Giant Beaver."

OYE! Assistant Principal Dr. Armando Rodriguez, adviser to the Student Council looks over the Kick Off dance in awe at the impressive turnout.

STUDENT COUNCIL

STUDENT COUNCIL FOR THE AGES ...

President Rene Carballo and Vice-President Xavier Navarro spearheaded the many functions, which are performed every year such as the dances and Homecoming Week, and offered many original ideas." We spent a bunch of time brainstorming before this year to try and make it as successful and original as possible," said Vice-President Xavi Navarro. Some of the new events included Battle of the Bands and Belen Bonanza, which was brought back after abandonment by previous years. The Student Council also presented the students with what was called the best Senior Skit in years. "I loved it; it was the funniest one that I have ever seen," said junior Gabriel "Gabo" Alonso-Mendoza.

The pride and joy for Student Council was the inflatable Waldo head the organization bought for the sports program. "We raised a lot of money through the dances at the beginning of the year, especially the first one which was a big success," said senior executive board member lggy Duquesne.

THUMBS

UP! Seniors

Navarro and Ernie Calderin enjoy the Tom bola dance by giving it two thumbs up as it is a giant success.

INSANE Senior lggy "insane ducane" Duquesne gives his hardest pose, but in fact he is a softy as he spends most his time taking care of the Studnt Council fundraising for charity.

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EXECUTIVE BOARD Rene Larrieu, Rodrigo Suarez, lggy Duquesne, Danny Rodriguez, Xavier Navarro, Rene Carballo, Danny Hernandez, Kris Sedeno, Santi Tefel

DJ

LOUIS? Senior Louis Rojas says the he wants to try and steal Student Council DJ Rudy Delgado's job for the next dance.

MEETINGS

Senior Student Council staff member, Alex Esteban, gets together with other members at their unofficial meeting spot, Hooters!

Xavi

Nicky Alexander puts the ball in for a birdie.

Louis Gonzalez, Rene Veliz, and Chris Gueits lead the Football team into a pep rally.

Carlos Ortega sprints toward the goal against DASH. Ortega made All Dade as a junior.

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Javier Ramos finishes off his Junior High career with wins at Great American and the Dade County Youth Fair Meet and looks forward to his success on the Varsity team in years to come

Guillermo Echarte was as consistent as can be being the second man at most meets including Great American, Dade County Youth Fair, and Championships.

Daniel Blanco stepped up his gam at the Dade County Youth Fai Championship 's where he help the team win the runner-up title.

course but, definitely on it primarily helping the sixth grade team to a runnerup championship title.

8th grader Nicky Diaz runs his last Junior High race of the year at the Championship helping his team win the meet. competition

2003 Junior High Cross Country Team

2002 Sixth Grade Cross Country Team

"I loved the experience and fun we had going up to North Carolina for the Great American race. It was cool going with the older guys and experiencing what it was like to be one of them," said 7th grader Michael Cruz.

The number 2 runner on the 6th Grade Cross country team was Dylan Rico who practiced harder than most and his results showed.

The Belen Jesuit Junior High Cross Country team had a pergect season in 2002. The young harriers won every race they entered and made a historic trip to North Carolina to compete in the Great American Cross Country Festival.

Javier Ramos was the team's number one runner and he won the Great American Junior High Race, the Dade County Championship and the ACC Championship. He was pushed hard by Guillermo Echarte who won the TriCounty Championship and who ran strong all year. Other stalwarts included Jason Oliver, Javier Zamparelli, Michael Cruz, Nicholas Diaz, Nicholas Martinez, Conor McCarthy Agustin Guardiola, Timothy O'Connor, Alex Sealey, Nelson Alemany and 6th Grader Michele Martucci The team capped off its' season winning the school's 1Oth Dade County Youth Fair Championship as well as the Tri-County and ACC Championships.

Varsity Coach Frankie Ruiz is anxiously anticipating the arrival of these outstanding runners on the Varsity team.

The Belen Jesuit 6th Grade Cross Country team had an outstanding season despite suffering bad luck with injuries. The team was led by Michele Martucci who was undefeated in all 6th Grade races he entered and was frequently involved in the Junior High races. Other runners included Dylan Rico, Will Haralson , Joey Capparelli, Daniel Blanco, Carlos Basnuevo, Juan de la Ossa, Sean Hew and Javier Castaneda

The team finished 3rd at the Tri-County championship and 2nd at the ACC Championships.

These young runners are being counted on to step it up and continue Belen Jesuit's fine Junior High Cross Country Tradition. For more pictures and Results the Cross Country team can be found on the internet at www .belenxc.com.

Juan Rodriguez

Just Out The

Gates!

Michele Martucci was the fastest 6th grade and ran for Junior High as well proving he can run with anyone. He has been running since he was little and has traveled a many distance to compete and said he wanted to come to Belen so that he may be able to perform to the best of his abilities.

Timmy O'Connor takes a picture with High School mile record holder Alan Webb at the Great American race in North Carolina.

Juan de Ia Ossa and Carlos Basnuevo help eachother out during races just as they do in practices always pushing one another to do their best.

The 2002 Belen Cross-Country team had its sights set on a State Championship but as fate might have it they fell short. The team was led by rookie coach Frankie Ruiz, and assistants Carlos Barquin, Victor Arrieta, and Juan Rodriguez. During the usual exhausting Summer training the team received the disappointing news that senior team captain Jose Garcia would not be able to run this season due to a previous injury to his foot. Despite the news, team leaders Javier Cruz and Eddie Arguello gathered the troops and managed to battle through intense Belen cross-country training to capture an impressive Miami-Dade County Championship over team rival Gulliver Prep. The young yet determined team exceeded expectations

Sophomore, Dade County Champ and sixth place finisher at states , Eddie Arguello established himself among the elite at the Great American Race. He has set up huge goals for himself and used this season as a starting block to achieve them.

Sophomore Rene Medina reached his goal of being on top 7 by his sophomore year. More importantly he was the deciding factor for the teams victory at the County meet by moving up to fifth man.

and finished in 5th place at the S a e Championship meet by having 5 of its 7 top runners set personal records. This season can be summed up as a learning experience and confidence builder for the young runners on the team. To further illustrate the level of focus and determination of the 2002 team it must be noted that individuals on the team covered upwards of 700 miles of training next season they say they're ready to run more in order to achieve more!

Rafael Marquez was the teams moral supporter always bringing much needed laughter to his teammates whenever the situation was tense

Strength is Within Tht

a new personal record with a time of 17 :02.

Senior Miguel Ferrer provided the much need leadership of reaching for your dreams throughout the year showing the younger runners that anything you want to do you should go out and do

Junior Javier Cruz was the team 's number one runner throughout the season and md placed fourth at the State Meet. Next year he will return among the top three n the state in all classes

Third man Paul Santuoso runs the race of his life at the State Meet setting

Photos by Victor Arri eta

Jonathan Mederos leans out the competition at the finish line of the State Championships. He was the surprise of the team showing up in the latter end of the season to become the team's fifth man.

On the team's annual trip over the summer they returned to North Carolina and renewed the "War over the River" during their wh ite excursion.

The team was lead by Javier Cruz and Eddie Arguello, the top duo in the state, who deservedly both earned First Team All State Honors.

Michael Jalil was perhaps the most consistent runner on the team. He steadily dropped his times race after race and could be counted on even though it was his first Varsity season.

Senior lldefonso Mas who was hampered by hamstring injuries all year, came ou1 to his best, finishing among the top 7. Special recognition should be given to Mas for his constant humor and making everyone on the team always laugh and have a good time.

The team was relaxed after winning another Dade County Championship. As a team they hold the racord for most county titles won by one team

The victors of the "War over the River" were the U S.S Delinquent's with Uber captain alum Jorge Bustamante, Javier Cruz, Eddy Arguello, lldefonso Mas, Jose Garcia, and Rafael Marquez

Photos by Victor Arrieta

Last minute alternate Danny Castellanos was inserted into the top seven for the State Meet and ran impressively.

9-1 and 11-1 ..

SAID!!

After having the Belen Junior High Gold Flag Football Team end their season with a 9-1 record and having the Belen Junior High Blue Flag Football Team end with an 11-1 season, Both teams show that hard work payed off. The Gold Team earned the title of the ACC Southern Division Champions for their third year in a row. the team was lead by Head coach, Richard Stuart who is also the head coach of the Belen

ENOUGH

The Blue Team Defense charges to stop a reciever rushing to get to the Touchdown.

Varsity Football team. Offensively, the team did great under the leadership of Quarterback's Gio Christodoulou and Diego Fernandez who

"I believe our season was one of the best seasons in Belen History and I must give alot of credit to our new coach

Jorge V De Ona Ramon Crego."

Football Player and Graduate Ramon Crego, the team finished off with the title oftheACC Central Division Champions. Contragulations to both teams for having one of the best seasons in Belen History.

had a combined score of 7 touchdowns for the season. As for the Belen Junior High Blue Flag Football Team Written by: under the leadership of Justin Metcalfe former Belen Varsity

"This was a really fun season, I enjoyed playing Quarterback for the Gold Team, I am really happy about our 9-1 season."Gio Christodoulou

John Smit charges for the touchdown after catching a perfect interception.

Greg Fontela jukes out a defensive player and runs for the touchdown.

Photos by : Bryn-Alan

"We had a bad start, but by the end of the season we were running all over ,

QB Gio Christo lets it fly. them."

Diego Fernandez-Soto i Christian Leiva

"We're not the biggest team out there, but we can hold our own."

FINISHING STRONG!

"I wasn't expecting it to hurt that much," said John Smitt as he remembered the first hit of his football career. Smitt, like many of the other Wolverine cubs on the Junior High football team, got his first taste of what it's like to represent Belen on the field.

The season began with a hard loss to Pine Crest, which pretty much set the tone for a season that

left more to be desired. However, the baby Wolverines were able to work hard and finish the season strong with two wins, encluding a win against the all- freshman Moore Haven team. Reflecting on the season Coach Nick Garcia said, "We were in a bit of a slide, but they really pulled their act together and picked it up at the end of the season."

Jorge Pereira

Andrew Burt shows rival, Gulliver Prep., how to run the ball.

Greg Fontela says "They can't handle this," as he leaves the Raiders in his dust.

"I am just so happy that we are beating Ransom. I wish I could be playing, but my injury prevents me from playing."

TheN Football season started out well, they won their first two games beating Pinecrest and Key West by a combined margin of score of80-0. "We put the whooping on our first two opponents," said Coach Aparicio. Although the team came out like a pack of crazy wolves in their fust two games, they fell into a slump and fell short to Pace, Chaminade and Gulliver in the next

Steven Artau Carlos Rogue

The Wolverine gang tackle the Ransom tailback. The defense held Ransom to a total of 5 yards on offense. three games. "Pace and Chaminade just had more talent than we did," said David Monzon. The team just went flat after losing to just better

opponents and fell victim to the Gulliver Raiders in a heartbreaking loss. "We started off strong this season but we got some bad breaks

Wolverine Pack

"I can't wait to get into the game and be able to show all the coaches my skills." and didn't have enough luck," said Barney Flores, offensive line coach. Although the team struggled toward, the middle of the season, they pulled off a win against Ransom which boosted their confidence going into a big game against American Heritage. The team was pumped up going into the American Heritage game but just lost to a better team. "We played a hard schedule this season not one team we played had a losing record," said Coach Aparicio.

Peter Piderman goes after a punt toward the end of the third quarter

Charlie Manrara runs for daylight while a Ransom defender tries to take him down

The Wolverine offense sets up against the Ransom Raiders in a game that was dominated by the offensive-line.

Charlie Manrara tries to read a hole in the offense to get through. He scored a 60 yard touchdown on this play

Coach Flores paces the sideline after sending in the defensive signal.

(Bottom) Carlos Nieto comes back to lay a block for the fullback that is escaping from a Ransom tackle

Senior Alex Munilla follows his blocks and takes the handofffor a 44 yard touchdown.

Linebacker

Louis Gonzalez awaits the call from the sideline.

Derek Verona reaches for a pass along the sideline.

Chris Guiets breaks a tackle and runs free in a district game versus Archbishop Carroll.

David Caballero leads the Wolverines out of the tunnel into the football fie ld against Pace

"The values I learned while playing foootball, I'll keep with me for the rest of my life."

"Years from now this team can look back and take pride that they were the first to ever record double digit wins in a season, and that special .. "

Pride, Courage, War, Win ... these words are the basis for what Wolverine Football stands for and means to the lucky few who have donned the blue and gold. In an emotional farewell meeting, senior David Caballero spoke from his heart when he said, "I'll take those words to my grave ." Despite not reaching its ultimate goal and dream of winning a state title, this senior-led team will always be remembered for setting several Belen records and making history. The team was the first ever in Belen history to record 10 wins, finishing 10-2. Their only losses came at the hands of Monsignor Pace and Chaminade, who were ranked the top two teams in Florida regardless of classification according to Floridakids.net, NBC6's Fins TV Power Poll, and CBS/ Sun-Sentinel's High School Power Poll. The team broke the school record for points in a regular season with 391. Senior RB Gaston Fontela ran for over 1,000 yards, while sophomore QB Chris Rey and WR Pete Munoz showed flashes of a potent future tandem . The "Ram-rod Defense" was one of the most talented, led by run stoppers Rene Larrieu, "Skip to my Lou" Gonzalez, David Caballero, Rene Veliz, and MC lggs DuQuesne. The secondary was led hard-hitting safety Chris Gueits and INT leader "Magic" Munilla Belen also initiated its new home field with a convincing 35-6 win against Crescent City, and a dominating 28-0 win against classic rival Gulliver.

Senior running back Gaston Fontela runs hard through the Archbishop Carroll def ense

The defense takes its first steps of action toward pouncing on the running back.

The undefeated team racked up more than 492 points. Amazing!

2002 Roster

: Pablo Morejon (6)

Tulia Alvarez(7)

Patrick Arenson (7)

Carlos Araque (7)

Carlos Fonseca(7)

Victor Lopez-Cantera (7)

Nicholas Schwab(7)

Orlando Alvarez(B)

Alex Gonzalez (B)

Ricardo De Lemus(B)

Reynaldo Mastrapa(B)

Thomas Soler(B)

Raymond Zomerfeld (B)

More than Enough

"We were invincible and untouchable ," said Carlo s Araque. Everybody would agree with that if you too saw the baby Wolverines swim. Led by 8th grader Raymond Zomerfeld and 7th grader Carlos Araque, the JH swim team took the lead from the very beginning and never looked back.

"The young kids had a great impact in big competitions such as ACC championship and lA District Meet," said Peppas. The swim

Breastrokin' Carlos Araque races to a 3rd place finish against West Minister Academy which Belen lost by 2 points.

team won all their meets by a landslide including Middle School Youth Fair by more than 300 points. Another big meet was the Middle School Private School Meet by nearly tripling 2nd place Gulliver score.

"They are the future of the team," said

"Besides winning and having fun, the best part of the season was going .. .. to Halloween Horror Night during ACC's.

Jeffrey Vivo. For the next few years, these youngsters will have to support each other, because they are going to have a lot of time to swim together. Only 8th grader Tommy Soler and Raymond Zomerfeld go into high school , so look for a familiar victorious team in 2003.

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Junior High Swimming

Opponent

"The Junior High Swim Team accomplished more than we expected. I'm very proud of them.

The parents

JH Coach Olga Uribe helped a lot."

Score

vs. Gulliver Middle 1B7-45

vs.@ Ransom Middle 165-64

@North Miami Middle 165-34

Middle School Youth Fair 1st

Middle School Districts 1st

Private School Invitational 1st

Victor Lopez-Cantera

Practice makes Perfect. Raymond Zomerfeld, Alex Gonzalez and Carlos Araque practice thier relay dives before taking on La Salle Belen beat La Salle.

Clear Water Raymond Zomerfeld swims a very clean and effective freestyle. He placed 7th at the annual ACC Catholic State Meet in the 200 yard free.

"It's been a pleasure swimming for Belen all these years. I had a ton of fun and I will miss it a lot. I wish the best of luck to Kirk and the swim team. "

"Take your marks, GO!" says the starter. The 2002 Varsity Swim Team season was topped with bringing back the ACC championship for the first time since 1994. Along with that accomplishment came a 2nd place finish

Silveira Kirk Peppas

"r m glad with what we accomplished this year, but losing the seniors will hurt, but I hope next year we get some leadership from Jeffrey Vivo and Javier Basnuevo."

Jeffrey Vivo, who won his first state title with a new school record 21.29 in the 50 freestyle.

"I'm glad with what we

Javier Basnuevo, Junior Jeffrey Vivo, and seniors Javier Araque and Javier Morejon. Despite losing to Gulliver three times during the regular season, Belen beat Gulliver at the IA State Meet located at the Hall of Fame Pool in Ft. Lauderdale. "We beat them when it counted the most," said at Youth Fair losing to Gulliver and outreaching archrival Columbus High School. "Similar to last season, the absence of team co-captains seniors Javier Araque and Javier Morejon for part of the season, teammates Victory! Ja\;/,i@r Morejon prepares to race his leg of the 400 freestyle relay. They placed 5th at states with a 3:17.45 which is one second off the school record.

stepped up to a new after been the only school in Miami- Dade County to not graduate one last year. "At the IA District Meet, we made level," said Head Coach a lot Kirk Peppas. This year of mistakes that cost Belen us the win," said graduates three seniors

accomplished this year, Peppas. Belen finished twelve but losing the seniors points behind Gulliver Prep and forty-five points ahead of 3rd place Miami-Country Day. The state qualifiers were ninth grader Francisco Lacayo, sophomore will hurt, but I hope next year we get some leadership from Jeffrey Vivo and Javier Basnuevo," said Coach Peppas.

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Leo

Freestylin'! Jeffrey Vivo shown proudly wears his State Medal at Ft. Lauderdale. He won the 50 yards freestyle setting a new school record 21 29.

Flyin' Team Co-captain Javier Araque sprints his way to a 1st place finish in the 200 IM He helped in the team victory over Ransom Everglades.

The Golf team had a great year. With the transition of two new coaches, the team was prepared for their tough season. The starting team was composed of four seniors and one junior and the surprise of the team 8th grader Ricky Escobar. The team had a record of 12-3 which is the best in school history. The two new coaches were Jay Perkins and Jerry Portela. Senior Nicky Alexander said that "They were the

Hole in One

who shot a school record low 71. The team next year even though losing 4 starting seniors. They will start a rebuilding pr ocess, and still be contenders for districts.

best thing that has happen to the golf team in years." The two coaches led the team to regional's for the second time in school history and placed 4th. Nicky Alexander scored a 75 which placed him 4th

individually. Another great accomplishment was in the D.C.YF where the team place 3rd out of 24 teams and first in their district. The team was led by Juan Weissenberg

Nicky Alexander

year

for me and I wish the best of luck for next year's golf team."

"It was a great last "I had a great first year with the team and the seniors really taught me a lot."

Ricky Escobar

Jose Canto

Juan Weissenberg putts it close from the greensid bunker. He later saved his par by making a 5 foot put

Senior Ricky Moreno putys the ball 3 feet away at the Biltmore Golf Course He later went on to make his birdie putt.

Photo by Juan Weissenberg

Felipe De Leon shows his better side while doing a flip.

Frankie Rovirosa lands one of his "big air" jumps.

It's seven in the morning air hits them as they make their way to the boat. Jorge DeLeon starts the motor; meanwhile Yoyi Pereira and Nicky Alexander detach the lines from the dock. As they make their way down the canal Frankie Rovirosa prepares the rope. They arrive at the Key Biscayne Yachtclubwhere Tony Tarafa waits with his surfboard in hand. He jumps into the boat, and on the ride to the "ski hole" Nicky calls first. He begins the first run of the day with a "yeep". The boat pulls him up onto the plate-like water. The day goes on with rivalry for the best trick. Xavi Navarro calls that he is waiting in the mangroves with his friend, so they head in for a day of"chillin" at the flats .

Getting Air

Felipe De Leon Frankie Rovirosa

With the Miami skyline in the background Jorge De Leon rips through the smooth water of Biscayne Bay.

Exhausted, Jorge De Leon finishes a long run.

Rough Start

The Belen Sixth Grade Basketball team has had a history of dominating their opponents on the court, but after starting the season 1-4, the pressure began to mount on the young Wolverines to uphold their reputation. "I don't know why we were losing. I guess we just couldn't pull together as a team," said forward Eric Bustos.

Despite their losses, the team made a strong comeback thanks to the efforts of Mario Rojas and Jorge Menocal, the team's leading scorers. "We had a rough start, but the guys really pulled their act together at the end of the season and finished 6-5," said Coach Jerry Jones. Jorge Pereira

"I think we needed taller players, but we came through in the end anyway "

"This season was a ton of fun, I hope I can keep playing next year."

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Erick Bustos, one of the top scorers on the team, show Epiphany how to take it to the hole

Andres Martinez

Mario Rojas, who led the team in free throw points, racks up some points for the team.

"iWe all played hard and had an awesome year. i can't wait until next year's basketball season."

"I had an awesome time playing for the team this year, hopefully i can play varsity one day."

The 2002-2003 Junior High Basketball team had an exceptional season because of the outstanding teamwork it exhibited on and off the court. Led by first year coach, Thomas de Quesada, the team repeated as champions of the ACC. The team was well balanced with seven 7th graders and seven 8th graders. the group was led all season by the hustle and charisma of Tony Quezada and Giovanni Christodoulou.

Steven Argas provided the inside presence aand outstanding scoring ability, and Augustin Guardiola's court vision made the offense flow all season long. In the end, what made the unit a special one was it's commitment to defense. Defense is what

propelled the team to its biggest victories all season against St. Michael's and St. Agnes. Depth was also a contributor to the team's success and everyone was able to share in the enjoyment of the year.

Agustin Guardiola

Giovanni Christodoulou helped lead the team thriugh a winning season as ione of the leading scorers on the team

"I hope that next year i can dunk," said Steven Argas while looking back on this fast break.

Antonio Quezada one of the charismatic leaders of team, takes it to the house.

6-13 .... Not so Hot After All

After having a season of remarkable wins and disappointing losses , the Freshman Basketball team finished off with a season record of 6-13. "Things were just not going in our favor," said Jon Hernandez. Hernandez was one of the key players. Although there were 13 losses, there were 6 memorable wins which included two against North Broward Prep.,

Monsignor

(Delray), and long time archrival, Gulliver. Many of the players wish they could have pulled off some more wins. "I look at this

bit better because I really think we could've done a lot better," said Bryan Herrera. Despite the losses, teammates liked the challenge of Pace, season and wish that playing many long-time

playing teams like Gulliver and Pace because there ' s always so much at stake when playing against these teams, " said Chris Carlesi. Many of the players look at the

season and say that it

showed them how hard

they really need to work and how next year they will have to work harder and pick up the intensity when they move up to the Junior Varsity level.

American Heritage wecould ' vetriedalittle rivals. "I enjoyed Justin Metcalfe

"I look at this season and I'm not happy about the season record,butlhaveto say it was fun while it lasted."

"I believe

this season wasn't so good. Despite the losing season,

I will say it

was

a very fun season as well."

Jon Hernandez stops a Gulliver player from scoring.

Peter Peterman Bryan Herrera dribbles the ball down the court against St. Thomas Aquinas.

Photos by : Bryn-Alan

"Our schedule was tough, but we knew we were going to win so this season didn't , surprise me."

Successful does not begin to describe the season theN Basketball team had. The team went to a 21-5 record with victories over rivals St. Brendan, Ransom, Curley, and Coral Shores. Offensively the team was led by Frank Manes and Chris Zumarraga.They both finished with over 50 percent shooting from the field and averaging 15 and 10 points respectively. Manes also finished with 46 percent three-point shooting and 71 percent free throw percentage Jonathan Hermida also provided offensive excitement with 46 percent field goal shooting and 37 percent from behind the arc. Hermida also averaged ten points a

game.Manesscored an amazing 328 points followed by Hermida with 240 points and Zumarraga, with 236 points. Other offensive standouts were Andres Guardiola , Guerdy Fabre, and Fernando Aran. Defensively, Aran and Fabre led the team. Aran had 160 rebounds in 23 games to average seven rebounds a game and also had eleven blocks. Fabre totalled 119 rebounds in twenty games to average six

"The

team did well; we played as a team and everything clicked so it was easy to win all those."

rebounds a game. Fabre also had 18 blocks, second only to Eric Montes, who recorded an amazing 27 blocks. The only blemishes on their record were losses agaisnt Columbus, Gulliver and Key West. Julio Aenlle

Guerdy Fabre

Top: Jonathan Hermida Bottom : Andres Guardiola

Robert Velasco

Carlos Nieto

Frank Manes, the team 's leading scorer, goes to the hoop for two of the 328 points he totaled in the season.

Chris Zumarraga goes acrobatic to get two on the way to Belen's 68-36 win over Archbishop McCarthy

"The thing that I will remember most about this season is sending the basketball right back into Tony's face when he would try to drive to the hoop."

Stephen Putman

Swoosh ! The noise the crowd would always hear when senior point guard Alex Guardiola was shooting. Along with sophomore Alex Telleria, the shots would always be going

in The ball-handling skills were kept in charge with Tony "cheese" Torrente, Chris Gueits, Gaby Bermudez and Danny Rodriguez. But no one on the team would be able to work without the big men. Being composed of JP Bermudez, Ignacio Duquesne and Javier Morejon, the

"The greatest part of the season was breaking Putman's ankles every day in practice."

Tony Torrente basketball team would be able to reach sky high for the rebounds. Even though the team was only a couple games over .500, there were many key victories throughout the season.

Toward the end of the season, the team seemed to be putting all the hard work of the off season together beating rival La Salle by a large margin Capping a great career at Belen, Alex Guardiola shot for 44 points against Archbishop Curley breaking the previously held school record.

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Hoop there it is!

Players on the bench look on in anticipation while playing against Holy cross. They went on to w in that game by more than 5 points. Later, power forward Ignacio DuQuesne would say,''That was close. I thought it was going to come down to the wire "

Senior point guard Anthony Torrente looks around the court trying to find someone escaping the grasp of the opposing defenders. Later on in the play, he would toss a sweet pass to center JP Bermudez for a score.

Photos by Bryn-Alan

Varsity breaks on 1, 2, 3 defense. "Why am I sitting on the bench?" ponders Jose Garcia, a former player.

#50 JP Bermudez goes up strong for a layup against the Royal Lions. He ended up with 12 points and 6 rebounds, but he was still dissappointed about the loss at the end of the game.

Chris Gueits drives pass two Ransom defenders, breaking both their ankles on the way to the basket.

Leading scorer, Alex Guardiola swishes a three against La Salle. He was pinpoint accurate from that spot on the floor all night long

Top:Coach Fidel Albelo shows off his intense style of coaching as he screams a move to one of his wrestlers.

Bottom : David Caballero moves long time Florida Christian rival into position for a throw.

Photo by: Louis Gon zalez

Senior George Garcia struggles to hold down his opponent from Archbishop Curley as he wrestles his way to victory

"Coming back to Wrestling after being gone for three years was a great decision. It felt good to be back with the wrestling family."

"The year was tough, but it was a lot of fun. My coaches and teammates were there for me always, always willing to give a hand.

Louis

"Para que te respeten!" Those are the words heard throughout the gym when a Belen wrestler is doing what he loves. Wrestling with everything they had, the Varsity Wrestling team had one tough season. Only losing Head Captain and State Champion David Bouza to graduation, the team looked like it would have another great season. But this year turned out to be bittersweet. After veterans Ricky Palmerola, Bryan Suarez

David Carnright and Nicholas Carmona decided to end their wrestling careers early, the team took a big hit, physically and mentally. But they were not going to let that stop them from working hard and doing their best. Flooded with first year seniors and junior high veteran,s the team began suffering from various injuries ranging from David Canright tearing his bicep, to Louis Gonzalez tearing his MCL, to returning State Champion Jason Machado getting a stress fracture in his hip. Going into the District tournament without several key starters, the team managed to take several 3rd and 4th place finishes, a 2nd place finish by eighth grader Steven Rico, and a 1st by Jason Machado. Machado went on to wrestle in the Regional finals where he dislocated his ankle in the opening minutes. With things not looking good going into the State tournament, Machado sucked it up, taped up his ankle, and won a second consecutive state title. Overall, the team finished with what they started off with: RESPECT.

Jason Machado and Louis Gonzalez

Two options, lose or pin!

Photo by Miriam Machado

Gonzalez

Photo by Jason Machado

Captain Ernie Calde.rin works for the escape. Some would argue that Calderin is one of the top in Belen history.

Photo by Herff-Jones

Eighth grader Steven Rico works for a pin as he goes on to take 3rd place in the Florida Christian Invitational.

New coach, Great season!

Junior High Soccer had a terrific season except fora disappointing loss to St. Agnes. They played a total of 12 games and won 11. The team could not have done it without their new coach, Mark Chin. Coach Chin led them through the whole season teaching them different things they needed to know about the game. With his help, the team was able to improve in many aspects. The players who did not play that much improved a lot. It was a great experience for them. He also helped the players that play soccer in Felipe Ortega positions himself by the goal to go for the rebound and score.

club teams improve. The team had many good players .It had many leaders in the different areas of the field. In the back was Roberto Sroka. In the middle was Daniel

Rojas. In the front was Felipe Ortega. Finally, as goal keeper with only 4 goals scored against was Victor Verdejawho improved tremendously. The team played very well together. After each game they would show class and sportsmanship to the other team.

Felipe Ortega

Andres Marmol took the ball all the way for the score. The team won the game 4-1.

Photo by Ernie Perez

Inigo Abaroa awaits the pass from his teammate. Hi skills were a good contribution to the team.

Inigo Abaroa attempted a goal on a fastbreak, but was blocked by a member of the other team

' The score was tied . Clarence Chamorro scored a penalty kick to take the lead.

Andres Marmol dribbled the ball passed the defender and passed the ball for an assist.

The team takes a rest during half-time. Their coach just finished giving them their pep talk.

The team shakes hands with the kids of Greater Miami Academy. They won that game 4-1.

Below : Gabriel Marrero stares at the camera while looking on as his team practices without him due to an injury he sustained.

Marrero injured his ankle while he played with some of his friends

Below: Just as the team took off to warm-up , Francisco Ponce De Leon realized his shoe was untied and got left behind but eventually caught up

Photos by Carlos Ortega

Below: Coach Hugo Garcia instructs Andres Kaifer (5) and Daniel Sanchez (11) just before they head onto the field.

"Being short helped me swerve by opponents because I am much smaller than they are."

With only one win in the season, the JV soccer team still managed to impress head coach Hugo Garcia. The team was full of young and inexperienced players, many of whom were newcomers to the sport. These players had a great challenge ahead of them once they were selected for the team. After weeks of conditioning and trying-out along with the Varsity team, the JV team was formed with only one veteranCoach Garcia. There wasn't much talent, but there was plenty of heart. This heart could be seen during

the season's first game at Key West, and throughout the rest of the season. At Key West, the team managed to win the game by the smallest margin, 1-0, overcoming obstacles such as a hostile crowd to poor officiating. On paper, things appear to have

gone bad after this win, but to Coach Garcia, the season was a success despite having only one win. What most came out from the season, according to the team , was the experience the players got. This experience will be very useful for next year and will help Coach

Daniel Gomez Garcia have a better team in the years to come. "I enjoyed coaching the kids this season. I love having players with heart who are willing to learn and play with pride," he added. The losses during the season were against quality opponents which tend to have strong programs with a lot of experience.

Carlos Ortega

Young and Sin led Out!

Left: Jose Tost dribbles by Azael Ortega as part of the warm-up exercises In the background, Diego Durand chases a ball he kicked away as he runs to join his team

Top : Talented freshman Javier GonzalezMora shows of his skills Gonzalez-Mora eventually moved up to join the Varsity team in the playoffs

"I thought since we lost so many starters last year that we were going to suffer, but instead we won the district and went to regionals."

Miguel Ferrer Carlos Ortega

"We

have a strong returning class next year and we hope to leap -frog Gulliver and Ransom who lose their all stars."

Repeat Champions

Again!! The Wolverines were able to capture another district title despite losing seven starters last year. The team won its second I consecutive district title for the first time in Belen history. The Wolverines were lead by returning senior Andres De La Ossa, and

Forward Carlos Ortega breaks on the ball past a Miami Country Day defender. Ortega is

of the leaders in the county in goals and assists.

days, and showed he still had what it takes to compete by being one of the top three scorers on the team. This year's soccer team got help from new Wolverines Borja Polo, Gustavo Issac, and Luis Wolf. They dominated their district all throughout the season and through juniors Alimer Gonzalez and Carlos the District Championship. Coach Ortega. Track star Miguel Ferrer Fabio Ortega in his sophomore returned to the soccer field for the season coached his team to the first time since his middle school Regional ·Chamionship where they

were ousted from the post-season

race to the state championship by Ransom Everglades. Ransom Everglades and Gulliver were loaded with experienced talent that allowed them to defeat the Wolverines. Next year, Belen hopes to surpass the oustings by American Heritage and Ransom it has suffered in the past two years, and should due to this year's young and experienced team.Belen has won three district titles in its history, two of them coming in the last two years.

Junior

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Junior Borja Polo kicks a free kick Polo added much needed scoring due to the loss of seniors last year.

Senior midfielder Andres "Ore" De La Ossa battles an opponent. De La Ossa was one of two players who have started the last three years.

Andres De La Ossa is known for his powerful and far throw ins. De La Ossa threw the ball to Miguel Ferrer who went on to score the winning goal.

Senior Miguel Ferrer came back to play soccer for the first time since scoring a record number of goals in Jr High. He continued with his attack on the goal this season.

Andres De La Ossa blasts a kick from just outside the penalty box The · ball just slipped past the goalie's fingertips as he jumped for it.

Borja Polo kicks this crucial corner kick in a distict game. This corner kick set up a goal that would allow Belen to advance as District Champs!

Sophomore Facundo Rosello is ecstatic in his first start as a sophomore. He helped Belen reach regionals by his hard work at the midfield position

Photos by Bryn Alan and Tony Tarafa

Row to another

Yet another win. This year expectations. Throughout year theN won many medals at different including The Mayor's Cup , Stetson Cup, Cup and the State Championship. TheN four Jose Ugas, Mike Casas, Ricky Lavifia and del Castillo dominated the scene. They in the top three at every regatta they in. Finally April26 theN four captured place at the State Championship. Next year are running high as this same boat will move the Varsity category and hopefully bring home a Championship. Another impressive show came from the third four category. The boat consisting of Jeff Montes, Jeff Jauregui, David Costa and Chris Sanchelima also dominated the races. The biggest suprise came at the end of the season when out of nowhere this four man boat won the State Championship. This was the first State title ever by a Belen boat. This crew made history and hopefully will continue this to next year. Hopes are running high for next year and rowers and parents alike are very anxious to see how next year is going to go.

"This was just an h unforgettable year, with a win like that at states I can't wait to see what we can do next year."

Ricky Lavina

Alfie Vargas

The JVfourof Mike Casas, Ricky Lavina, cox Danny perez, Raymond del Castillo and Jose Ugas stand prouldy after winning second at states.

The freshmen four of Hector Gutierrez, Gaston de Zarraga, cox Alex Chediak, David Perez and Chris Gonzalez stand on the winnners deck at states after capturing second place.

Freshmen Hector Gutierrez, Head Coach Alex Salas and 7th grade cox Chris Gutierrez prepare the trailer for departure after the OARS Regatta.

Sports Autographs

Bump, Set & Spike! ! !

"They were the only team in the league that learned how to play three hit volleyball."

Valentino chases down a ball and bumps it over the net.

"I don't like to lose, but I learned a lot this year, especially from coach, he was great."

Jesus

Photos by Bryn

Alan and Victor Javier lesteiro Ruiz

Top: Christopher 11 Kiko 11 Cruz shows off his wicked knuckle surve with great style.

Right: Miguel De La Flor demonstrates his perfect bumping skills.

Middle hitter Luis Rodriguez's goo gives him more vert, power, or sp1king ability.

Spike® ®It®

Tearn Captain Juan Fozzy Andion delivers a money set to start off an important match.

America Padialla gets low to hit a well placed bump to keep the ball from hitting the floor.

Tearn Captain Victor Ruiz cocks back to deliver a perfect spike.

J.P. Bermudez, the 11 Big Middle hitter, goes over the net to get a nasty block against Miami High.

Seniors Carlos 11 LOs 11 Wiltz, Victor Bectors Ruiz, A np d" II J np SQII Juan 11 Fozzy Andion, menco a 1zzo , . e Bermudez show their enthusiasm after winning the

Cant Stop This!

Luis Wulff, who recieved the Coaches Award, gives the batter a hard look before throwing the heat.

Nick Llaca shows perfect mechanics on a game winning strike.

Andres Wiltz cocks back in preparation to kill the next pitch.

Joey Capareli watches the pitch fo1 his chance to steal.

earn ry Berger concentrates on hitting one out Of the park.

Photos by: Bryn Alan

Page by : Robert Suris

· "I love the smell of burnt baseball in the ! mornin."

"Hitting to me is like a box of chocolates,· - · "" you never know what

Brian Sanchez your gonna get, but in my case I know its sumthin good."

shows hfs superb pitching to oppenents facing him.

Emmanuel Gomez has a nice fast ball in his sights

Bad Call!!

Wille Alvarez catches a grounder and throws to · first to end the inning

Photos by: Bryn -Alan

Alex Garcia to the end the inning throws out a slow batter.

Jerry Gonzalez says Hi to the ball and then sends it packing.

Alex Arias waits for the next pitch.

P e d r o Casais takes an aggressive lead for his upcoming steal.

Catcher Kris Garcia sets up after calling the pitch.

I

o r g e ,J o r d a n :talks to coach Mike as he gets on llase with a hit up the middle.

B r i a n Dominguez gives it all hes got as he releases his fastball.

E d d i e Mendiola comes up to the plate and is determined to hit one over the fence.

Hit That Up!

Winning Season 11 -7

Manny Fernandez tries to prevent the runner from stealing.

Photos by: Bryn-Alan

Page by: Robert Suris

"This year was great. We had a really productive year and put up big numbers. We definitely have a shot at states."

" I am really happy I came back to the team. I feel like we really gelled together as a team this year and are a serious competitor."

Alex Esteban Danny Wiltz

The End of an Era

New team members, new field, new uniforms, but one thing remains a constant norm, firstbaseman Louis Rojas. Louis has been a part of the Varsity team since his freshman year and has always been a star. He has been named to the allcounty and all-state team three years in a row. As a sophmore, Rojas was named the 4A-1A Player of the Year. This year Louis signed a letter of intent to play baseball with the number one ranked team in college baseball, Florida State University. Major League teams also showed interst in him as he was invited to many camps to workout for them and show off the skills. " I thank God everyday for the talents

he has given me and always use them to the best of my abilities. I love baseball and so far its treated me good." Along with Rojas, the team will also have to replace such seniors as secondbaseman Ralph DeArmas who signed to play with St. Louis University, Alex Esteban who signed to play with Loyola University , and aslo Jonathon Mederos, who has an offer to play at Harvard University. Even though the team brought in the likes of many new talented players such as Gabby Hernandez, J.C. Perez, Robbi Perez, Danny Wiltz, and Chris Rey, a Louis Rojas is unreplaceable.

Photo and story by Xavi Nvarro

Field of Dreams

Gone! Typical line heard after sophmore Chris Rey hit one of his eight homers to lead the team.(Top)

Sophmore J.C. Perez makes the art of hitting look much to easy for him.(Right)

Photo

Flash Senior Alex Esteban and his Big Lou Senior Louis Rojas shows them Ricky Henderson type speed will be how its done, nice and easy.( left center) missed as he leaves to play ball at The Glove Sure handed Loyola.(Center) secondbaseman senior Ralphie De Armas can be compared to a stick of glue as he catches everything that comes his way.(bottom right) t Hustling Senior Jonathon Mederos has been the constant of hard work as he never gives less than a 11 0% when he is on the field. bottom

This young and experienced team has so much talent that the top players also play on the Belen varsity team. These young group of stars allows Belen to have a promising future for years to come. Daniel gonzalez mora and Patrick de la Llana led this team. They were also very important on the Varsity squad. Newcomer Mario Fernandez also provided spark to this young crowd. Belen competed and excelled against teams like Gulliver, Palmer Trinity, Miami Country Day, Ransom, and Epiphany. Gonzalez Mora will repeat for years to come as the MVP of whatever squad he plays on. "Belen tennis is going to keep getting progressively better" says Steven Pessoa, junior and MVP of the Varsity team.

"It was a thrill to play on this com[petietive team, we will be great for years to come."

Young Ace, Daniel Gonzalez Mora, connects with a powerful forehand to beat his opponent.

Photos by bryn ALan and Tony Tarafa

Mario Fernandez

Eigth grader Daniel Gonzalez-Mora has been playing on the varsity level for two years and will continue to lead this young and experienced team.

Junior High and Varsity stud patrick de Ia Llana prepares to blast one down the baseline as he returns an opponents serve.

"The new facilities

along

with Steven Pessoa's leadership provide a bright future for Belen tennis"

Patrick Collins Steven Pessoa

"This team will go far next year and continue to excel due to the young and talented players on this team"

Young Aces

n pessoa s backhand. His powerful backhand is what allowed Steven to reach the State Champ ionship. Pessoa reached the quarterfinals asa junior.

The 2003 season was an ace Belen placed second overall in the District Championship, behind State Champions Gulliver. This season also marked the return of the Most Valuable Player, Steven Pessoa. Pessoa claimed his #1 team rank and lead the Wolverines throuought the season. Steven lead the Wolverine Tennis team in Districts, capturing his individual title. Pessoa became only the fourth player in Belen tennis history to win a district title . Steven continued on to play in the State Championship Tournament, where he advanced to the quarterfinals before being bounced out of the playoffs.Pessoa returns next year as a senior, and is determined and poised to return to the State Tournament and capture a State title. The tennis team kept alive its impressive record of twenty three consecutive wining seasons. This young team was comprised of two seniors, and the rest underclassmen, showing the future of Belen Tennis for the years to come Jorge Salazar, five-year letterman, also excelled this season. Salazar was Distrcit #2 singles runner up. The team was also lead by Facundo Rosello, and the Gonzalez-Mora brothers. The team finished 11-5.

Two sport athlete Facundo Rosello, stepped up to show some leadership on this young team. Rosello also plays Varsity Soccer.

Jorge Salazar, the #2 player, slams a backhand against Key West. Belen went on to win the match and advance to Districts

qualifier, n Pessoa, h a powerful backhand against opponent LaSalle. Pessoa has already been contacted by several colleges that are interested in him playing for their school.

Burning New Rubber!!

"I'm very proud of them," said Coach

Thanks to the Victor Arrieta. Thats how Coach Arrieta leadership of costarted the interview. With the addition captians, John Smit of the new synthetic track surface and Gregory Fontela, donated by the De la Cruz family, the these Wolverines were Wolverines went on a tear and were able able to instill fear into to win all their invitationals except for the hearts of their theDadeCountyYouthFairinvitational, opponents. Also where they finished in third place. For the team were: the first time in school history, the athletes Joshua Joseph, who attended the FLrunners.com Middle School contributed the most points Track and Field Championships held at The for the team, Nick Diaz, BollesSchoolinJacksonville, Florida.

Robert Aran, Diego

Thanks to the new track, the Fernandez, Michael Cruz , Wolverines hosted the Respect Life Javier Zamparelli , and Jason Invitational, Tri-CountyChampionships, and Oliver. Making their the All Catholic Conference Championships. coaching debuts this year Which in the latter, they won an unprecednted were fanner belen stars Erik 13th Championship. Montalvo and Ivan SantaCruz.

Joshua Joseph gets a new school record in the long jump, 18' 7 1/2."

Andrew Fernandez Takes off in the 100m dash.

Gregory Fontela separates from the pack in the 4x400r race.

Nick Diaz helps the 4x400m team to a win.

Photos by : Victor Arrieta

The distance events received much help from 8th grader

Timothy O'Connor

Juan Vargas anchors the 4x1 OOm team to a great finish .

The 4x400m team poses after winning the Dade County Championship with a time of 4:00 54

Guillermo Echarte and Michael Cruz work toge ther during the 1600m run

Diego Fernandez-Soto is long jumping , on ly one of the ways he contributed to the team

Rudy Villanueva contributed to the team through the hurdles and his relays

Towering over many of the kids , Michael Orta excelled in the discus.

Conor McCarthy brings it home on the last stretch of his race

Jason Oliver gets the 4x800m team in contention for the title

Junior Javier Garcia- Tunon became known as the best Hurdler in Belen History He was the Dade County Champion in the 110Hurdles and the 300 Hurdles. He went on to take 6th in the 110H and was the State Runnerup in the 300Hurdles at the state Meet breaking school records in both

Senior and team

Captain Miguel Ferrer was the leader of the pack He was the players' coaches' most respected for his work ethic and talents. He leaves as the best sprinter in school history and best decathalete. He owns school records in the 400, 4x400 , and 4x1 00 as well as Dade County Champion in the 400 meters

Senior Jose Garcia will be departing to the University of Florida on a track scholarship , but doesn't leave without leaving his mark. He was the 2003 Dade County Champion and the Class 2a State Champion in the 1600 meters and owns the school record in the mile, 1600, and 800 meter runs.

Junior Javier Cruz overcame a hip injury in the middle of the season to finish 3rd at the State Meet in the 3200 running a personal best of 9 :35 for 2 miles. was among the in the and 4x100 meter relays.

ran his best when the team needed him with a PR of 10:06 in the 3200

inspiring leader and school record holder in the 4x11 0 hurdles. IVIIlAJdt::J

was a force in the 800 running a best time of 2:03 and

having a huge role in the success of the 4x800.

Arguably the best Track and Field team to be assembled in the history of the school stepped on the track each day to accomplish a goal that no one before them had done Lead by a veteran team having 7 runners with at least 4 years experience , the team would rely heavily on a strong senior class. It began with a runner-up title at the Dade County Championships. This race showed the state of Florida that Belen could handle everything thrown at them including the 4A Miami powerhouses suc h as Homestead ,Central and Carol City. The team had 5 County champions a new school record with Javier Cruz winning the 3200, Javier Garcia-Tunon the llOH and 300H, Miguel Ferrer the 400, and Jose Garcia winning the 1600. The team continued on winning major meets such as the Crusader Invitational, and the Westminster Academy Invitational, and coming in second in the Univ. of Miami Invitational. Heading into the State Series the team looked poised to come up with wins in the District , Regional, and State Meets. Hosting Districts on the new home track Belen won convincingly sending many qualifiers to the Regional meet in West Palm Beach, where the team finished a disappointing second by 3 points and fueled the fire heading into the State Meet. At the state meet the day began with the 4 x 800 meter relay comprised of Jose Garcia , Javier Cruz, Eddie Arguello, and Michael Jalil who took home 4th place and missed the school record by .06 seconds. Javier Garcia -Tunon went on to take 6th in the llOH and was state runner up in the 300 hurdles. Senior Jose Garcia won the 1600 meter State Championship by 2 seconds. Becoming the 5th

State Champion in track for Belen. Javier Cruz continued the winning ways taking 3rd in the 3200 and the 4 x 400 ran to a 6th place finish

Despite the high success in some events, things didn't go as plannec in others and the team finished a disappointing 5th. School were broken by Javier Garcia-Tunon in the llOH, 300H, Triple Jump, High Jump , 4 x 400 and 4 x 100. Miguel Fener broke the 40( meter, 4 x 400, and 4 x 100 meter records. Jose Garcia broke the mile, 1600 , and 800 meter school records. Luis Pereda, Felipe Ojeda and Fernando Aran are part of new relay records. I would like tc thank the coaches who helped us all get to where we are. Carlo: Barquin , Frankie Ruiz, Victor Arrieta, Juan Rodriguez, Jorgt Bustamante, Coach Montalvo, and the others who have helped , thanl you. To my teammates, I wish the best of luck in all your dreams an< goals. Remember the Mind quits before the Body. So don't give up You are all the best and I will miss each and every one of you. Jose Garcia

ROUNDING THINGS OUT!

Sophomore Eddie Arguello made his name known running personal bests of 4 :24 for the mile and 1:59 in the 800 He is one to look out for his next two years and to take home multiple state crowns and records

Senior Luis Pereda was a force in the sprints as he was the district Champion in the 100 and 200

Flip, scream, jump, yell, and get the crowd going nuts. Those are some of the talents that the Varsity Cheerleaders most be able to have for a spot on the Squad. Going through their rigorous practices during the year our squads have proven themselves to be one of the best. Most people think that doing what they do is a pretty easy job, but on the contrary, said Nicole Garcia. ""I doubt that many Belen "boys" can match up to Jackie Carreno's andLydia Nodar's back hand springs or Missy Reyes' dismounts,"" she said. A lot of people think that cheering is just a game and not to be taken seriously, but our cheerleaders believe it's more than a sport, it's a way of life.

Kris Leon and Jason Machado

Gaby Sobrado Jumps in excitement because of the

Wolverine lead.

Varsity shows how to work it at the Varsity La Salle game.

Varsity shouts out a new cheer created by Ms. Gisell Rodriguez, the team coach.

in the air as the team lifts them to a Triple Threat Lift during pract1ce.

Gaby Sobrado is hoisted up to try to get the sophomore class to wake up during a Pep Rally.

Graduating seniors get together to remember all the good times they shared.

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Sophomore Missy Reyes tries to get the crowd into the game with her flawless cheering.

Cassie Zarraga, MissY. Reyes and Gaby Sobracfo stana proudly

Photo

Jason Machado

Keep Rollin' Rollin' Rollin'

The Belen Roller Hockey team enjoyed one of its finest seasons in its early exsistance. The team had a winning record of 8-3, which was good enough to place them second in the league.

The Wolverines were led by their star goalie, David MufiozBustemante, who was honored as the Goltender of the Year award. David post a goals against which was tops in When the team they turned to their Charlie Soto and managed to average of 1.9, the league. needed a goal, top scorers Ernie Perez Soto, who led the team in points , was known for his great passing ability. Most of his assists came off of goals from Ernie Perez, the leading goal scorer. Perez was tops in the league in goals with 21, and he was even runner-up for league MVP . The team is working on teach the younger players how to play the game like them. They look to build a solid foundation to keep roller hockey a sport to represent Belen in the future.

Bash Brothers!

Juniors Greg Hernandez and Manny Lopez discuss their defensive startegy aga inst Killian The tandem proved to be one of the most effective pairings in the league

Diggin' Away!

Junior Charlie Soto Tries to dig the puck free from a defenders leg. Soto was known to be the man to do the dirty work on the team. Thats how he got the knickname "The Scavanger."

Brick-Wall! Senior goalie David Munoz-Bustemante squares up to the shooter on the faceoff He was the key factor to the great season the Wolverines had

Slaps up! Eighth grader Mike Lafont winds up for a lethal slapshot. Though he was the youngest player on Varsity, he still managed to be very effective on the court. Photos and Story by: Ernie Pe rez

Senior Danny Enriquez attempts a painful "belly flop" in order to win a five dollar bet.

Senior Xavi Navarro tries to soar through the air after jumping off the Matheson Hammocks bridge, but soon gets a quick dose of gravity as he comes crashing down face first into the water.

The original Jack-knife, or the notorious Cannonball, the adrenaline rushing double flip, or the dreaded belly flop; just a few of the many important decisions one makes before climbing up that wall for the final plunge. Bridge jumping has been a favorite past time for many students, but in most cases just the best idea someone comes up with on a boring Saturday afternoon. Nevertheless, it is a thrilling activity, which doesn't take much skill but lots of guts . Most students spend their years terrorizing the "rent-a-cops" at various excellent bridge jumping spots, like Matheson Hammocks Bridge; (considered the beginner bridge, yet an all time favorite), the famous peer in South Beach, and for the skilled and brave there is always Tahiti Bridge in Coco Plum. Some even dare to dream of the dreaded Key Biscayne Bridge, though out of fear for their lives most will keep it a dream or nightmare. After all the belly flops and nasty water burns, everyone finds time in their boring Saturday afternoon to go back and give it a try at the old Cannonball, or the adrenaline rushing double flip.

Bombs Away!!!

Danny Enriquez Xavi Navarro

The group goes for one final jump while the sun still shines.

Rene Larrieu, Alex Munilla, Danny Fernandez, and Anthony Torrente consider their next jump.

Luis Llamas shows his unique style by attempting his famous "double flip."

6th graders participate in the annual Lock In Preparered by the senior class, it is the first activity where these new students can meet in a social environment.

7th graders participate in the annual Grandparents' Day. Students enjoy various games consisting of Bingo, Dominos, and Singalong with their abue/os.

6th graders proudly display their homeroom banner in the opening ceremony of the 6th Grade Olympics.

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Dr. Sergio Gonzalez sings the opening hymn of the Mass.

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Fr. Pedro Cartaya SJ tells another masterfully crafted joke. The Christian Life Communities traveled to a Ft. Lauderdale beach to spend time together. Eighth, ninth, tenth and eleventh grade CLC members participated.

Deacon Robert O'Malley gets a moment to relfect.

Ms. Annie Fenton houses the sophomores in a grueling game of dominoes. In the end, the better team won I

Mr. Ariel Fernandez relaxes after playing baseball with a few of the CLC members.

Deacon shows off his mad cooking skills.

Dr. Chirino and Ms. Fenton set up the food for th CLC members.

Setting an example for their peers, lecturing students on personal experiences and teachings of the Church, and promoting St. lgnatian spirituality are all responsibilities of the peer ministry classes. Retreats are the most important part of the year for the peer ministry classes and they are spent in lectures, meditations, and ice breakers but all the excercises serve the same purpose --the long and hard road to becoming closer to God. Many symbols are used in order to serve as a metaphor for what our responsibilities are as Catholics. The candle tells us that old lesson of how we are the light of the world and we must be a light for all those in the dark. Retreats have become customary in Belen, but they have not lost their feeling of reverence and ability for students to come together by sharing personal experiences. It is through this that peer ministry class continues to make Belen

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Freshmen /listen attentively to the story given by a peer minister.

Greg Hernand takes a breather some tough Minister work.

Ms. Angie Fernandez gives a quick pep talk to rally the troops and then follows up with a song.

on retreat watch a short film about a thief by an old man. The film is a metaphor od is always there for us even when we do

JuniorJesus Moises shares with the ninth graders a personal experience.

briefs the students on retreat on why they are there and what is the goal of the retreat.

Dr. Chirino busts out into song to lift the spirits of all the tired Belen students.

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Dude, Where's my CD? Mr. Carlos Bravo gives his students an option to pick the music for the party.

Singing sensation Ms. Josefina Chirino, the head of CLC tries to cheer up students by singing to them on their way to their annual picnic.

photos by: Edgar Martinez

Anato Nieto enjoys a day at the beach with his CLC buddies.

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Water! Americo Padilla, Juan Weissenburg, Enrique Orizondo and Renzo Pisa work at the Franciscan Farm for communty service hours.

Fontela,

and other classmates pack into the moving van where they will be traveling to the next town.

Senior Frankie Rovirosa at the orphanage along with the other volunteers who distributed presents to the young girls.

Senior Javi Morejon takes a break from fixing one of the broken bridges to chat with some of the children from the village.

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lggy Duquesne, Eugen Hernandez, Gaston Fontela (standing),

Seniors Peter Pessoa and Nicky Alexander carry the pipes down to replace faulty tubing in one of the village homes.

Belen Graduates Mike Carreras and Brian Costa work on completing one of the reservoirs on the way down the mountain.

Mr. Pedro Munilla assists in distributing the food to the children of Yaroa.

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"I never knew my dad was that good at basketball," said Marco Mignone after shooting a few hoops.

Joel Diez concentrates as he takes his turn in the free-throw competition. "Usually I miss free-throws, but this time I really concentrated and made them all."

Among other excellent foods that day the grandparents enjoyed great Cuban coffee.

Alexis Corral anxiously awaits the next number to be called out as he has already lost to his grandmother several times at Bingo.

On October 19th, seventh graders celebrated Grandparents' Day through the traditional events and festivities. The teachers and homeroom delegates were responsible for putting this very special day together. The celebration kicked off with a Mass by Father Jorge Sardina SJ in the central patio. Among the fun festivities planned for the event were karaoke, bingo and dominoes. In addition, the participants enjoyed the annual tour of Belen given my Mr. Juan Luis Flores.

"When I first got there, I didn't think I was going to have a good time. But my opinion changed very fast when I saw how many fun things they had planned for us. My favorite parts were the Sing-a-long, which was really funny and playing dominoes with my grandparents," said Victor Verdeja.

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JD Collongette smiles confidently as his grandmother's skillful move has left their opponent with no other option but to pass.

photos by: Bryn Alan

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Augustin De Goytisolo drives through the baseline in a game of pick-up basketball. This shot he makes will be the winning one. "It was a tough game," he said.

photos by: Bryn Alan

The annual Sophomore Day is held every year just around the same time where teachers, parents and students have a funfilled time full of events. Some events included name games and word association games, but what really was the center of attention was the Sophomore Skit prepared and directed by the students themselves."Amazing just amazing," sais Andy Guardiola.

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Top: David Fernandez and Brian Dominguez illustrate their comical side during their spotlight in the skit. Middle: Andy Bilbao, Jimmy Fenton, Charlie Manrara, Billy Gil and Jon Hermida explain from their view how their parents act. "We deserve an academy award," said Charlie Manrara.

Every Febuary, the school grounds of Belen tum into the fair grounds of Belen. Yes, Febuary is the time for Belen Tombola, the school's famous fair of delight. Visitors havethe opportunity to ride some of the fastest and scariest rides manned by some of the fastest and scariest carnies around. They can also pass the time eating Mr. Zoller's world renown "Pan con Lechon" or munching on corn. For the old, yet young at heart , there is Cafe Paris, a mix of music and dancing. Of course theres the revenue producing Tom bola Booths, led by the popular Dunking and Jail booths and the little known yet big money Tombola ticket collecting for all students who haven't turned them in booth. All this aside, Tombola is a fun time to spend with friends, family, and Dr. Armando Rodriguez.

A bunch of students from the junior high enjoy the popular Pirate Ship ride.

A group of parents and students gather to watch this year's Talent show.

photos by: Bryn-Alan

Seniors Xavi Navarro and Chris Leon relax at the The high school Tombola Dance.

Senior Alex Uribe a li his band "Stere Phase" performed this years Tale Show.

captions by: Justin Metcalfe and Julio Aenlle

Juniors Alex Castro and Gaby Suarez stare at Mr. Pat Collins and wonder if they should soak him with their water gun.

Sophomore

Andy Bilbao waits for the right moment so he can escape jail.

Cristina

and her daughter enjoy the bumper cars ride

Sophmore Alex Arias attempts to choke his friend at the Tombola

Micheal Bell and Sebastien Therenin relax with their friends at the Tombola

Junior Juan Michellen shows some love to is fellow Belen students.

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The Graduation of the class of2003 was trully a night to remember. Many families would watch their sons walk down the aisle of The Riverfront South Hall inside The James L. Knight Center and recieve their High School diploma from Father Marcelino. This would be the night every senior in the class of 2003 would remember forever in their memories as they left Belen. This night was trully an emotional night as well as a happy one. The graduation ceremony marked the next step in life for many of the seniors educational careers College.

Written by: Justin Metcalfe

A silent Riverfront South Hall right before the Graduation Ceremony.

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Belen Graduate Enrique Alard gives a memorable speech to the class of 2003.

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diplomas.

Princi Leo Nunez give speech to the famil of the class of 2003

Seniors David Caballero and Ernie Calderin pose for picture at the reception right after the ceremony.

Mr. Rafael Ross and his wife Mrs. Brenda Ross talk with Mrs. Aimee Busquet about their High School . memories before the Ceremony begins.

Student Council

president Rene Carballo walks up to give a speech to the families of the Class of 2 0 0 3 .

Senior Fernando Hernandez thinks about all the great memories of his past years in Belen.

The Class Of 2003 walk up the stairway in the James L. Knight Center to get ready for the Ceremony.

Juan Marcos, Jorge Perez, and Matthew Rodriguez join their classmates and their families in the Our Father.

The Eigth Grade Pin Ceremony is a huge marking period in every Belen student's life; it symbolizes their step from the rigorous years of junior high and preparation for the exiting but hardworking times of high school. "My parents were excited and releaved to see me finally make it," said Victor Tarafa.

Daniel Perez Del Rio said:" I'm glad to be finished with junior high, and anxious but scared to be going into high school, but I think I'm prepared." "I had a lot of fun," said Danny Hernandez. I was happy to spend the night with my friends and family celebrating the end my my junior high career."

Class leader Danny Silva reads from the gospel during the Mass, while his classmates anxiously await their pins

photos by: Bryn Alan

Oscar Guerrero leads the procession of the memorable 8th Grade Pin ceremony, carrying the cross toward the altar.

After a long year of finishing up middle sch ol by studying for tests, doing homework, and finishing up Mr. Zoller's famous newspaper project, you might ask yourself if there is a celebration for these accomplishments. The 8th Grade Prom is the answer, which this year was a time where all future high school students h d the chance to kick back and let it loose. Ms. Tere Campos once again was in charge of organizing the event. "It took a lot of hard work this year to make this dance possible, but after seeing the faces on all my students having a great time, it was well worthile, "she said.

Damian Penichet

photos by: Bryn-Allan

Edwin Andres, Jordi Macias, and their dates give the photographer smiles after a ni ht to remember.

Freshmen Gaby Bermudez dances the night away with his date.

M r Taquechel a n d Freshm e n Daniel Nunez do the electric slide.

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Anthony Fernandez calls out for his friends to come join him on the dance floor.

Manuel Mato and his date Maneula Rodriguez show their affection for each other.

Robert Perez wacthes his date as she walks into the room.

Hector Guttl rrez and Alejandro dates to dan

.Andrew Garcia takes a photo with his date.

rancl co Solado and Alexander Broche talk with their d8 about Where they will be going after the prom.

and his date talk about which after parties they will be hitting up later that night

... tries to sneak a dance with Gaby Bermudez's date. Little does he Gaby is right behind him.

These lovely young ladies are excited and ready for a long night of dancing.

... and his date take time to smile at the camera while ftfohare!!, continue to dance away.

photos by: Bryn-Alan

... and ... with his date stop to smile on the way in.

shows his date how to do the "funky dance".

•.. and wait in line with their dates to take the freshman formal photo.

The 2003 Junior Prom took place at the J.W. Marriott on May 5th and featured some interesting events such as the first student band to play at a prom. After a short introduction by Michael Wood the President Elect, Fr. Willy led the Junior Prom in a prayer that kicked off the festivities. Dinner followed the prayer and STC took the stage for their half an hour of fame shortly after. After STC finished their songs, the music began and the real fun was just getting started. A few performances by Julio Mesa also known as "J-Drama" and his incredible rapping skills and a few dance moves by JP Erkelens and the night was over as abruptly as it begun.

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and captions Ernie Perez

Ms. Maria Tancredi, Ms. Maria Elena Cartaya, and Ms. Aimee Busquet take time off to strike a pose for the camera.

The STC members rock on cover of Limp

Jason Machado, Tico Aran, Alex Parets, Ernie Perez, Alex Castro, Steven Pessoa, and Mike Ortiz line up to take the infamous pictures with their dates.

Julio Mesa, Known by his streetname "J-Drama" busts a phat freestyle for the audience. This was one of the many memorable moments of the night.

Borja Polo is seen here throwing up his sign of approval for the after party.

President-Elect

Mike Wood welcomes everyone to the Junior Prom.

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Nicky Alexander poses with his girlfriend Rebeca Ponce. They took some time from listening to Louis Gonzalez sing the sweet tunes of Skeelo.

Fernando Hernandez and Alfie Vargas pose with their

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Tefel poses with his bomeboys, Robert Klock and orge Pereira.

Though it didn't stop raining the whole night, Gradnite was certainly a night to remember. The seniors arrived first at Pleasure Island where they were greeted warmly by the "bitties" from school such as Gables, Braddock, Florida High and many others.

Pleasure Island is a strip of clubs each with a different theme. It is a good place to meet people. "I thought the night was going to be a waste when it started to rain but it worked out good," said Jimmy Gailey. At mid-night the seniors entered the Magic Kindom, which was set up with DJ's on every corner. "Pleasure Island was the best part of the trip by far," said Jorge de Leon. "Disney was better, It's a Small World is my favorite ride, I rode It like six times its awesome," said Felipe de Leon. Alfred Sanabria felt, "The turkey legs is Disney made my night." All in all, the seniors made the best of the night and it will be one of the best memories of the

After getting wet and running from club to club a couple

of seniors pose for a quick picture, they later said that " We just wanted to take a picture to let us remember how wet we "

senior y r. Story by Frankie Rovirosa Captions by Nicky Alexander

photos by: Frankie Rovirosa

David Caballero and other seniors, soked show that a little rain never hurt nOI)OOIV.

Robert Klock, Peter Pessoa Bernie Piementel, Frankie Rovirosa and Felipe Ojeda all take a minute and pose during its a small world.

Felipe Ojeda gives a very concern look during the ; ._ intense ride of alien

Group of seniors pose not knowing what the night ahead of them held.

David Caballero screams out "Judge Dred is the best movie ever."

Peter Pessoa 1"' 1"'Act a look of is belief after hearing that street fighter was the next movie they were going to watch.

Rene Veliz and other seniors show how comfortable the ride home was after being soaked at magic kingdom

An arial shot of Club Motion one "Hot Spots" for the seniors. "It had the best music and the most girls, my kind of place." said David Caballero.

After running game with a couple of girls senior how that there spirits are stUI up even though getting rejected.

photos by: Frankie Roviroas

VIce President Xavier Navarro talks about how much Belen has meant to him and how much he will miss it when graduation comes •

The Seniors present their banner to the the audience in attendance. "I tllought the banner was a great touch to such a beautiful said senior David Caballero.

Senior Roberto Calderon takes time a quick snapshot with his father.

SeniorDavid Caballero recieves his ring from Father Marcelino.

Seniors Alex Munilla and Rolando Vicaria come up to place the crown the upon the statue of Mary on the altar.

Nor rain nor hail nor anything would keep the senior mothers from the joy of the Senior Mass. Well,at least rain. The Mass went out off without a hitch. The singing, provided by both the Belen choir and the St. Kevin singers, had the whole standing-room-only crowd clapping their hands and tapping their feet. The actual Mass began with the procession of the seniors with their mothers on their right side. The night then featured the procession of the flags of every country represented in the class. The mothers each placed a rose in a pot under the statue of the Virgin Mary. Three seniors were bestowed by Dr. Josefina Chirino with plaques commemorating their hour of tireless dedication and leadership in community service. The three were Eugene Hernandez Ill, Carlos Larcada and Danny J. Rodriguez. In the end the total Mass was a success and will be a joyful memory in the hearts of the 2003 senior class for many years to come. J 1 A 11 u 10 en e

photos by: Bryn Alan

Senior Carlos Larcada comes up to receive his award for excellence in service with Key Club.

2002·2003 VIcepresident

E u g e n e Hernandez Ill listens to Fr. Willy's Invocation befor.e dinner.

Mariano Mallol, 20022003 president, delivers his farewell speech and welcomes the future staff.

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Fr. Willy Garcia- Tunon SJ gives the invocation to bless the seniors and their successors.

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Country stars, Javo Cruz and Eddie Arguello together after getting the MVP and Coach Award.

During the year a of juniors and seniors went1o Washington DC for the Close Up trip. On the tr1 they did a mix of things from seeing the sigh such as the Captlol building and the the Lincoln Memorial and they sat in on Congress. They also a dinner at the E PN Zone. They got to Watch a game there. They made ftlehds w th students from around the country and met with their congressional repre entatl Ileana Ros Lehtinen and Lincoln Dlaz Balart. Felipe de Leon Robbie Lloveras

Juniors Ernie Perez, Mike Ortiz, and Alex Castro admire the FOR Memorial.

photos by: Ernie Perez

Gaston Fontela visits the Capitol.

Miguel Massens, Arturo Sanchez, Alex Nucha, Tico Aran and Alex Castro brave the weather.

The Close Up group FOR Memorial Park.

Mike Ortiz studies the Vietnam Memorial.

Mr. Richard Signore gives senior Ernie Calderin his approval of the new Harry Potter movie.

Ernie Calderin shows off his NOKIA phone to Jimmy Gailey Ernie said that the new Snake II is amazing.

Ernie Claderin admires the beautiful car that is given away during the annual raffle ticket sale.

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Coqui, We are very proud and lucky to Have a son like you. May God always be a part of your life and may all your dreams come true. We love you very much.

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Daniel Hernandez

Mom, Dad, Robert, I couldn't have done it without you guys Thanks for always being there for me Mike, Matty, GIBeth, Gisela, Beny (My 2nd family)! Matty, get better soon man so that you can come out with us Abuelo, Fifi, Tata (mis abuelos) los quiero mucho Forensics (took me forever to get into it) "Have you seen my chicken?" (Plucky) "I found him" "Am I not merciful?!?!" (Italy and Greece, 2001) "I wannabe a Producer!" New York City ABADEER, ABADEER ("Up in here! Up in here!") Red-XDeca 3 (it took me until senior year until I was let into the "Connection") Surprise #1 (Miguel)! Surprise #2 (Me)! Limo ride, Hooters, Sunset Place, Pinata Mr. President (Rene) Good times Seven years and I'm finally done .I ' ll see you guys in a few years Good luck to those next year

bit 143 always, sorry it ended this way ambercrombie 11+ is that a flash light. • chopchop soup manates bsc ju bedder pay u live in the ghetto kc convention cr crash que pasa mufasa this ride has a no talking pass disney 00 lolita islands of adventure evil nights tbp Iizzy ana george kris rod volsky aileen eileen thanks for the good times i cant believe its over much love to all my f amily and friends t hanks for everything im out!

I would like to thank my parents, for being the biggest and most important infiucmce tn my life and for being my best friends. Viejo, yo soy el oso que cubl'e del frio del norte. let me live my life. Hey que c:ame ni mas carne asl "\'lene el sanwic:b. hi. thanks for aU the good times and the more to tome llo"\oe you. Abucla, que bola hacere? GET DOWN. PUI' THE COOKIE DOWN!!! Shout out to ••.• •Alex good times ptaying golf and hooters ••.• Kike •.. air It out MUton... ...Damien••••• DUN •••. Paul •••.the brain numbing dass ..• .Arqueyou stinkin, jet fan. And to c\'erybody elsc CLASS of 2003.

I would first like to thank my Mom for always being there for me, looking out for my best interests, & always supporting whatever activities I chose to do I also thank my family: aunts, uncles, grandparents, and cousins ..• To friends: I thank you all for being true to me & never using me I thank all the teachers that believed in me I also thank every football coach that I ever tbr all of you made me a better person Now it's time for my memories (cue the Scooby Doo Flashback sequence) 2000 Class 2A State Championship Wolfpack 4 Life Crash in, David,s house durin' 2-a-days Gulliver Speeches.•. Burning the Rhlno ... Operation Alvaro ... Nokio!. ..New Year' s at Gabo's house ... Quaddin• out to ghettn music I hate Ravers .•. Hulkamania's back Gettin' madfaded Trees. Dogs, & Chairs lt's a Classic..• Impersonations My Laugb My 18th B-Day (the ultimate good time) As I leave I will like to quote 3-time WCW World Champion Diamond Dallas Page "You Loved Me, You Hated You'll Never Forget Me."

World War 3 0ne Fluid Motion Gopher little furry woodland creatures+ duck tape Wide reciver. Shadowrun monkey Veronica Robert I am going change for a dollar fight club Friday watch my lite skillz panda dance fence killer. GI Jane cream soda .•. Doris

Malta Surgery Kiki the monkey Lan parties are a rip off of War Hammer The Creature The pit of Despair aka Eagle Scout Project Bonny Juan I stole your car

ding dong SMB andy, did you study for the web pg test. .. rose bowl ·o2... I can bench 150 ... are you kid din me what do you think I am? your doorman? ... carl=stud ... gaby, lets rap on stage are you gonna cry about it. NCTA wutever carl, stop drinking my coke chill with the heat. DUN!II. aido, wutz up with all the turkey ketchup lets go play baseball protein bars!!! GET DOWN!!!. Class of 2003 andy, mariano, carl, gaby, derek, g-train, al ex, javi, aldo, eugen e, iggy, eddie, carlos, monty, thank you for all the great years cause it has been a blast!

Class0f2003 xaviSup ... yoo ....xavi&reniPS2crew-mana-joseph ... Track-states ... nas-Cheesefries

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That's crazy... mocha man .... anyway .... what about you bro.... I you got some gold in there old man be happy, happy, hahahahahahaha your dog, it has no tail.. uhhh, gee sir I don't know the answer .. .I'm not pessimistic, just realistic .... Ohhh dawg, fo sho playa ....Lord of the Rings the best, Star Wars, nothing that was the worst idea I've ever heard ohhh yeah you're real cool now bro (thumbs down same time) ..... I'll take . cover for 200 (That's an album cover Mr . Connery)

Donut Slinky Starcraft is a ripoff of War Hammer Innuendo!! Costa Rica Epiphany France Philmont Suwannee River Close Up 200 I Gnome killer The Goggles, they do Nothing! You obey the Fist I attack the Darkness Beware the Ice Weasels Fish Stix Everquest or Ever SOr3n KBrk33g44rd rOxOrz 1337 h4XX0r sklllz OwnzOred Make a Reflex Check Bubba Oh wow, l.ook at all that water the wood is warped The fish are sleeping Snapping Turtle Dehydrated water Fight club Fridays All your base are belong to us D&D isn't a game it's a way of life O'Hara! Call Leo's sister Why wait in line? Anijilation Naval Base Bonny Martha Mechanically removed chicken fun new ways to fall unconscious ... We want your number ... The water is now frozen ... I need my medication ... I think he's going to give you a stick or something? Pause life play video games Bear will win Your totally polluted Akira Neon Genesis Evangelion X 1999 Little Pink Men Rambo Seven Samurai Bennigans Gizmo LAN When's the reunion? Tom Class of2003 family and others for all the

Well what can I say Todd is the true prophet. Dan can yo1.1 me what 4/3 is gonna be in college? Eddie it's he who is I am who is Vallejo . . .that's beside the point. .. Last Ride!!t .... Volsky you're killing me ... Mami, abuela y abuelo los quiero mucho Its been a blast. oh yea before I go one last thing VALLEJO RULES!!!

Damage Crew Ooohbhaaa••.Bread & Butter I'm scared .I'm with the band Victory Lounge Slap Belly Marco GFU episodes Club Yaro MilfS At U.M. games I almost killed the old lady Where's my chalk@? #84 All eyes on Me Bobo Pikachuing around Spaceee Afternoon BBq Crate ofEggs Jamba Juice Muffins I'm home Nites watching sopranos .•.Thanks for everything. Mom ,lYdd, Farrah, & God

Damage Crew...Ooohbhaaa • Bread & Butter ... I'm scared .. .l'm with the b'and ... Victory Lounge... Slap Belly...Marco • . . GFU episodes ... Club Yaro ...Milfs At U.M. games ... I almost killed the old 1ady Where's my chalk@?•.. #84 All eyes on Me Bobo Pikachuing around Spaceee Afternoon BBq Crate of Eggs Jamba Juice Muffins I'm home Nites watching sopranos

Thanks for everything Mom Farrah, & God

Welcome to E RNI E's Senior pg Gatta start with th ankin g GOD for everythi ng h e Ha done I th ought· I wo ul d ne\ er get ou t of I Iere thanx to all the ppl that hel ped m e an d Believed definitel y GOOD TIMES \v/ the NBSDs benny , u take off. Iemme rc ll u so mething I am F:. R I E MARINO c/o 2003 u r to tall y stupid I am beside m yself \\ith exci tement di d I men tio n NBSDs .Ia rana and miel can t think o f an ything els e in cl osi ng go o !lu ck and god speed to the c/o 2003 lo \'C u all PEACE I AM OUTTA HERE

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Mickey Why do they call you Mickey? Rowing is a sport Who are these Belen people? .fGGY!!

Dan : Green Day concert was awesome Iggy you ' re a Psycho New Jersey .It ' s okay if it was fake nationals . . .Pepperoni ... My brother isn ' t tall er than me . .. We ' re the same height. . .PPC .. .>>Seminoles->#1

So Fresh and so CJean ... State runnerups ... Aldo Berti sucks Happy Trips Stop Talking You

I'm going to start with the beginning and finish with the end, here goes WHO U WIT? Mobil runs EI Dookie Hilton breakfast. Marco Cape Cod Tuberia Chill with tha heat. Beefeater baseball l smell like a Caribbean island que came ni came si asi viene el sandwiche Jamando Yuca .l'm scared bread and butter Yalta conferences (the big 3) big fish little pond 504 boys bro, that costs money Beach apartment. Boom Boom Room good times hiding liquid in the A/C vents Mo weight, Mo betta The lude The bird Grande oombos Caranco Javi shots NBSDs aceitunas U THINK IM PlAYl N? head crack MAH TOK got bathroom first.. genes house cones If you weren't in the page too bad To all my family, friends, and teammates: nothing but love goes out to _ all of you for the support you have shown me these past years

Muchas Gracias ami familia Parent. .. Bigie and Vanessa

My boys, dre and x up in this , redman . .. all my fr iends .. . so so de f Nicolas please good job Eddie protein mars wat wat Fr Victor playas sit down Greg! Roca

I can make fim too ... Belen ' s craziness .. .It' s Over ... Class of2003

My reality is what I hm c made o f it. I have created it. And tl1e people ar und me have been my tools in f(mning it. try to put\ ire r around me, but failed to that l a wire cu tter, and I AM \ illing to us it. c• me told to "follow the f otslcp . ." ' But rw mad e own fo( tstcp:-> The integration of many diflerent ::-trides have hap d my path into a uniqu e one , not to be compru·ed to one in sp ciiic, but creattxl out of all of th e things peop le fear the mo t the truth Me, I run at it. My nd and is p wcri.Xi by it. l don ' t knO\: the an swers t the my ::;tcrics of li lc , but I seen m 1 fhLUn:'! no t a:-; it is , but a it can bee( mc Through life I came to tll conclusion that cha ng!.! i::. constnnl. Sometimes it is so s low that\ c don ' t notice it , but • fast that it tum ou r live aro tmd in a mom nt. Two basic things ha\'e made me who I mn : The people (U'C.>tmd me and ho w I percei e th0ir actions The r hav :hown me th e tru e lig ht or life and truth::> of this world They· ha ve shown me that there is cr a wr ng tim to do the right thing And ery importan1l!', to go ov<.1· go around or go through. but nc:\cr give np /\nd purpose to te st the limits of the human heart

Tony you can be my wing man any time •• Joe gobble gobble! Pablo luv you always brutba •.. Johnny tbanx for everything bro••. Thalita luv you sweety 477 .•• Jenn (sister) luv you••• Xavi partner dub hopper ••• loi••. David bey you see that guy over there ••• baba ..•

Rene Bro don't be a , Gian liJ bro I can always count on you Chris so many memories ••• Esteban its been fun! Lets keep it going •• Vanessa 477 thank you for everything .•• Laura late night talks •.• Pepe niiice!! Louis and Monica you guys are the best luv both of you ••• John your tbe real deaH •• • JP do you know where the bathroom is? Ernie take om •• Cura, Robbie, Danny, Larrieu, Llamas, Bob, Andy, lggy, Miguel, Flippy, Jose, Fernie, Guardi, Munilla, Ricky, D-Rod bro!!, Jorge and Felipe, Bared, Micbi, Choppy, Keri, & Gigi all you guys thanx for the great memories its been the best years of my life•.•• To tbe best family in the world I love you all & thank you for all your support, Mom you are my inspiration & Dad my motivation, love you!. •. To the only two girls I have ever loved thank you for teaching me some of the greatest lessons of my life, you know who you are and to everybody mentioned on this page just remember, "to the world you may be one person, but to me you are tbe world"••• MIXT

Oye Mo Weight, Mo Bett a Caballo de At ila Madd Phat to da Diz . . Shut up and Squat. .. T urkey ... La Tuberia ... M i Tio Gym . . . The Fish ... Bra .. AHigatot That Kill I Did Not. . . Chill Wit Da Heat . .. Es Que, Tu Sabe .. . .. Foca Face ... EI

Monstruo We Got Some Canes Over Here Banana Splits at Denny ' s Mobil Run NBSD No r manater . . .4/ 3 o f the Grade . . . Mandarr ia .. . Yeah Dawg ... -

c/o 2003 Ding Dong!.. Wassup my playa Wate'erl.. Let the cement mix itself Conventions SMB Pranks @ KC weekend Vani, ur the man the Keys were outta hand Aghl The Mexicans Braghl Look @my hair D R. water bottles Roadkill Charlie (Drop it like it's hot), Jujiene, Derk and his ball and chain, Gabs, G-Train, Damian ; thanks for making these years so fun Daddy Willis: "I'm passing a new law" Ralf "Tia Abuela" Ledesma My Dads: 10th Juanfer, 11th the Heffa Costa, 12th Ivan "Fight Club Fridays" Santa Cruz ... Sleepy and Blondie .. . Bravo Gordo... Aflak .... Wolverines # 1.•. no regrets

Wow its almost over oye broder shut up and squat.. Spring Break@ Javi's Breakfast@ Hilton Marco Island #713 the Keys Grande

at 3am Mobil Runs Naked Salsa this week is bro Mo weight mo betta. Refs Bavaro Good times@ Beach Appt. Beefeater Sugar Bowt.. blushing disease Mi Tio Asi viene el sandwich Baking cakes & scrambled , eags chill wit da heat.. Explorer Tyoe -R. mucho amor mami. papi. ahmed. y los vieios .love to all.. .Belen Forever

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Bro wat a ride this was ps2 crew bro u think am playing hit that. Jamaica sofi 123 disney cruise wow these girls can take us ... wateverrrrrrrr .. .to all my boys that are owned mad love . .. copy lady wateverrrrr tio ' s wat are u doing in the bathroom with a camera tpc lets see if u cant eat 10 cheesburgers an get shot at.. bro we are squaded alex ur still onj. v ???gordi nbsd da crew rv :\11 de ae mg david 5min??? alex its me u and rock} again david= amy tico no game that not my talk marco ???rich mafia cheese am hungry #60+62+52 =4 yrs varsi ty louis=u want that yo soy Rene Veliz mad love to all my am ont nt>JH':P.

X'EN'E Y'ELIZ

Brother? Is this one of your shortcuts? Santaananaaa Deny everyth i ng Verde que te quiero verde Guarrrdias civiles borrrachos Big Redff! I My name is factoriaJ!f A closed mouth gathers no FOOT! Water, water everywhere , and not a drop to drink there is a fine line between genius and insanity ... and stupidity, actuany itls more of a dot and I just walk around in little circle ..... yeah, baby, yeah .. .. Prof. Grof ..... Oid Faithful . ... ls that safe Fort Pierce, Radisson Beach Resort '02 FYE Pembroke Pines Mall (My Damnation) Mas sabe el Diablo par viejo que par Diabfo Well, the tickets were i n my jacket and my jacket was on the HOLD THE TRAIN!l!! Solo se que nada se all generalizations are false .life only knows one directionFORWARD .

Big Gulp (64 oz) --., Carl

MmMm dot dots where to begin? it has been a roller coaster of a year SIVe!t Ups & (DMB) ... NBSD's . .. are you kidding me?!? ... what are you saying? ... Carl, how's it hanging? Dj Braaaa in da mix •. .Javi's Beach Bash I+II Labor Day bottle throwing: you've got to be kidding me , a hate crime?!? . . .W'haat? Youuu?l? ... Anae.liz (so much to say, so little room) .. . Close Up NBSD's Baca what? chill wit da heat Belen Crew, you think I'm playin? yo it's time for another run ... Gaby ur driving ... Late -night taxi cab services from the beach.. where's my $$ Cmon Croon GTAVice City Sa.rasota 2 Liter Coke w/Jorge Go Canes!! c/o 2003 Good Times r'll be home 4 PEACE

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Congratulations Danny

May you continue to follow the path you have taken so far and success will come your way. We are so very proud of you.

Love, Dad,. Kevin, your entire family and Babi from above

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THANKYOU FOR ALL THE JOY YOU'VE BROUGHT TO OUR LIVES. WE ARE VERY PROUD OF BOTH OF YOU. MAY THE LORD GUIDE YOU ON ALL YOUR ENDEAVORS.

WITH LOTS OF LOVE, MAMI, PAPI, GREGGY & GIGI

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF 2003! ¥

Damian,

Words cannot express how proud we are of you and your accomplishments . Congratulations on your graduation. May God guide you and bless you always Love, Mom, Dad and your family.

Congratubdtons tQ Alex and Class of Alex, we are very proud of you and your accomplishments. We are lucky to have a son like you. May God bless you always and guide you into a future filled with happiness and success. We love you very much.

Dad, Mom, Pedro, Danny and all your family.

fatugly .•. bectors poppa bear clos americo rafelin 38 xtraz we came, we slept, we passed mic is on .•. im good bro ... jennifer.•. saplinlasates ... sandungame ..• malangation ••. HALO f ... killa b's NBSD MADDEN ••• nfl fever marathons the jars DP •.• squint= britney .•. LUNCH all-nighters if it aint happenin, u aint happenin Bavaro??? shut up wit the broccoli, what the hell is broccoli ne wayz .•. Jlo is busted ... gangsta ••• foxs ... we thought americo was, but victor is caaaallllllooooo take that, take that. juicy moufed it. 3 hour shower andy, need a bath? victor, hook it up andy, whens tha next mix droppin ..• diablos ... parga ... wut r u sayin? no clue I don't care I don't care I don't care I don't care goodbye!!!

4th Period Algebra I (9th Grade)

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Period Algebra I (9th Grade)

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It seems like yesterday we started at Belen together and it seemed like I always had a student from the class of 2003 every year. Too bad I didn't take any 6th grade pictures. I think I won't have you in class anymore so I hope you come by and visit. May God bless your future and everything you do!! Love, Miss Suarez:)

Period Algebra I (9th Grade)

2nd Period Algebra I (9th Grade) Homeroom 9C

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Algebra II I Homeroom liE (11th Grade)

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Congratulations to the Class of 2003 from the Lamar and Puente families, celebrating three generations of Belen Graduates:

We love you Alfie,

Mom, Pops, Stephanie, Oogie, Laura and Mia.

Floriberto S. Puente, M.D. (1917-1992) Class of 193 5

Alfredo A. Vargas Class of 2003

Rene E. Lamar, Esq. Class of 1973

We are so proud of the man have bu.ome. You are sut.h a spet.ia\ part of our lives. You are admired and loved brothers and t.herished parents. Our \ove for is \tolithout end. Most we are proud of the person are inside; of the goodness. warmth and t.aring show others You are a spet.ia\ person and we \tolant to l'no\tol how we fee\ to have bun given the gift of a son \i"e

Above a\\, never forget that :

We1\ \ove forever, We1\ \ove for As \ong as we're living Our son (and brother) wi\\ be.

6tod's \ove guide and protet.t

Dad, Mom, J"avi and J"ustin

As begin high st.hoo\ remember to: standards high You deserve the best. for what want And never sett\e for less.

t?e\ieve in No matter what t.hoose . i(eep a winning attitude And t.an never lose

1'hinl' about destination t?ut don't if t?et.ause the most important thing Is \tolhat \earned along the

1'al'e aU that bet.ome 1'o be aU that t.an be above the douds And let dreams set fru.

MIKE: MAY THIS CROSSROAD IN LIFE TAKE A PLAC E FULL Of WONDER AND CHAll ENG E. WH ERE YOU ' RE MIND WI LL GROW AND TRANSFORM YOU FROM A ·aov·TO A MAN IN TH E PROCESS MAY THE LIGHT WITHIN INSTILL IN YOU A SENSE Of COM PASSION FOR YOUR FELLOW MEN AN D TEACH YOU TO HAVE AN APPR ECIATION OF GOD, AS I UND ERSTAND HIM- AlL GIVING DO NOT LET ANYONE OR ANYTHING PREVENT YOU FROM FULFilliNG YOUR DREAMS ALWAYS KEEP REACHING FOR THE STARS AND KEEP YOUR FEET ON TH E GROUND YOU KNOW LI FE. AS LONG AS THER E IS A SENSE OF PRIORITES AND BOUNTIFUL HEAlTH IS REALLY NOT THAT COMPLICATED WEJUSTSEEMTO LOOS E SENSE OF THIS AS ADULTS DON'T YOUI MAY THE JOURNEY LEAD YOU TOA LIF E FU LL OF DREAMS ACCOMPLISH ED I WANT YOU TO BE HAPPY••. TO BE SECUR E IN THE FACT THAT YOU HAVE BOTH AN AUN T AND A FRIEND

Mike: We knew you were special since the day you wer-e born You've always made us very proud of everything you do It almost seems unreal that you are already graduating from high school. Always remember to follow you dreams, and set your goal high in life. don't settle for less, you can be anything you want to be. the sky is the limit May God bless you and guide you in this new journey through life. We love you more than life and we ore behind you every step of the way. Love your Mom & Dad

CONGRATULATIONS EDDY

Not too long ago you took your first steps, now·you are celebrating a milestone in your life and are walking towards a new horizon. The Lord has Indeed blessed us with you, as he has blessed you with your unique talents and abilities. We are very proud that you have used those gifts well. Your hard work, sacrifices and dedication have prepared you for a challenging future. The Lord has a special plan for your life Eddy, always let him be your guiding light. We are so proud of you and love you so. Your family

ALEXANDER

We are ver9 proud of ot 9our excellence, hard work, and of all the qualities t ha t make 9ou such a wonderful !:JOung man.

We love 9ou ver9 much . Ma ma, Fapa, f Ni co and Luck!:}.

RICARDO PALMEROLA

/)ear Ricky, We are very prouti of ttl/ your tzcconlplisltnlents tltroughout your years at Belen.

Remember that lPitlt faith in Gollttnfl tletlication, you will al ways retlch your goals.

Pupi, Mom, Anna & Jorge Luis

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.Jl:N(]) C£.JlSS OP 2003 you've come a (ong way ... ! We are very proud ofyour accompfisliments and tlie young man you liave 6ecome.

:May tlie Lord 6(ess you andguide you so tliat you may liave tlie courage and wisdom to a(ways tlie rig/it clioices.

We (ove you very mucli!

:Mom, .JL6ue(o, .JL6ue(a, .Jlcun, cria :Mary, Stepli andyour godson Cliris. We Iough because there's nothing you can do about it.

We love you and we are all very proud of you.

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Andt·es you have been tbe most precious gift that God could have given us. You are a kind., caring, cornp a ssionate young man, giving much love to those around you, specially your brother. We are so very proud of you. Remeber we'll always be there for you.

Love Mom, Dad, Brotber(PDP)

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Son, without contest, in the game of my life you are the MVP You have been my purpose and inspiration to overcome trying times.

And here you are, a fine young man eager to enter into the long awaited college education stage, the preamble to independent adult life.

As you continue your personal growth, I wish you happiness, success and love, and the ability to achieve them without compromising your principles and Christian values

Congratulations, may God bless you always.

Love, Mom

Hey, look LIFE is still winking at you .isn't she a beauty!!!!

Dear Nick,

Congratulations! Your dedication, hard work, and God-given talents have all contributed to this accomplishment. Always strive to please God by using those talents bestowed upon you to benefit humanity. Work hard to persevere in all your future endeavors. We are all very proud of you, and will always be there for you. God bless you always! We love you very much!

Mom, Dad, Geoff, and Cassie

Kris

Congratulations to you and class of 2003!

We are very proud and so blessed to have a son like you.

May God always be a part of your life and continue to guide you.

We love you very much and will always be here for you.

Mom, Dad ,Robbie and Andres.

DANNY

Congratulations to you and the Class of2003.

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Fabre, Guerdy 91, 189, 189

Faraldo, Angel 186, 48, 186

Farinas, Alicia 163

Feal, Alex 78

Feas, Jerry 78

Fenton, Ana 141, 164, 150, 224, 225

Fenton, James 91

Fenton, Jimmy 98, 99, 94

Feraud, Nicolas 48

Fernandez, Alexis 177, 69, 149, 177

Fernandez, Andres 116, 164

Fernandez, Andrew 177, 70, 177

Fernandez, Angie 143, 164

Fernandez, Anthony 78

Fernandez, Ariel 164

Fernandez, Danny 103, 203, 238, 246, 256

Fernandez, David 92

Fernandez, Eric 100, 92, 150

Fernandez, Guillermo 60

Fernandez, Juan 48

Fernandez, Manuel 70, 78

Fernandez, Mario 70

Fernandez, Michael 92

Fernandez, Rafael 225, 141, 164

Fernandez, Ricardo 103

Fernandez-Soto, Diego 60, 177, 187

Ferradosa, Fernando 60

Ferran, Andrew 60

Ferran, Matthew 78

Ferreiro, Nicholas 92

Ferrer, Alexander 80

Ferrer, Miguel 116, 173

Figueredo, Eloy 103

Figueroa, Gus 48

Fischer, Nicholas 60

Flamini, Alberto 92, 164

Fleites, Anthony 60

Fleites, Victor 60

Flor, Manuel 48

Flor, Remigio 80

Flores, Juan 30, 80, 146

Fonseca, Alejandro 70

Fonseca, Carlos 60

Fonseca, David 48

Fonseca, Javier 80

Fonseca, Mario 48

Fonseca, Oscar 80

Fontela, Gaston 116

Fontela, Gabriel 122, 116, 135, 163, 164

Fontela, Gaston 31, 116, 118, 164, 181, 238, 246, 256

Fontela, Greg 70, 177

Forensics· 153

Formoso, Alexander 92

Formoso, Christopher 70

Ferns, Anthony 60

Ferns, Rosendo 70

Forshee, William 48

Fraguio, David 177, 70, 177

Frederick, Joseph 116

Fresco, Eric 92

Fresco, Kevin 70

Freshman Basketball 188

Fuentes, Alex 48, 93

Fusco, Andrew 116

Fuster, Emilio 92, 235

G

Gambino, Giuseppe 48

Gandarillas, Victor 60, 146

Garcia, Alex 205

Garcia, Alexander 60

Garcia, Andrew 80, 92

Garcia, Brian 60

Garcia, Cesar Canet 103

Garcia, Christopher 60

Garcia, Daniel 29, 80, 103

Garcia, David 48

Garcia, George 164

Garcia, Gerry 43

Garcia, Henry 103, 150, 152, 226

Garcia, Hugo 103, 196, 197

Garcia, Javier Tunon 103

Garcia, Jerry 163

Garcia, Jorge 116

Garcia, Jose 119, 158, 175

Garcia, Kristopher 80

Garcia, Marcelino SJ 131, 164

Garcia, Marcos 48

Garcia, Mike 60

Garcia, Nick 177, 177

Garcia, Ralph 100

Garcia, Raphael 103

Garcia, Ricardo 103

Garcia, Ricky 159

Garcia, Robert 80, 163

Garcia, Cesar Canet 150

Garcia Reyes, Cristina 164

Garcia-Tunon, Javier 163, 164

Garcia-Tunon, Gillermo 39, 135, 143

Garcia-Tunon, Guillermo 131

Garland, Ed 43

Garrido, Gabriel 70

Garrido, Giorgio 70

Garrid-, Marcus 70

Garriga, Luis 70

Garrote, Michael 60

Gaviria, Carlos 92

Gentry, Robert 80

Gibb, Sean 92

Gil, Gio 146

Gil, Guillermo 92

Gilardi, Robert 80

Gimenez, Alejandro 60

Giron, David 48

Goldstein, David 48

Gomez, Daniel 80, 196, 197

Gomez, Emil 103

Gomez, Emmanuel 70, 205

Gomez, Eric 103, 150

Gomez, Jorge 80

Gomez, Jose 60

Gomez, Manuel 103, 164

Gomez, Rene 50, 186

Gomez, William 60

Gonzalez, Adam 70

Gonzalez, Adrian 103, 150

Gonzalez, Aldrick 92

Gonzalez, Alex 182

Gonzalez-Jacobo, Alexander 60 Gonzalez, Alimer 103 Gonzalez, Christopher 80

Gonzalez, Daniel 70

Gonzalez-Mora, Daniel 70, 80, 196, 197

Gonzalez, Eduardo 60

Gonzalez, George 119, 125, 156, 159

Gonzalez, Gerry 60

Gonzalez, Jerry 205

Gonzalez, John 80

Gonzalez, Julio 70, 146

Gonzalez, Louis 119, 158, 164, 168, 180

Gonzalez, Luis 163

Gonzalez, Marcell 92

Gonzalez, Michael 119, 164

Gonzalez, Mike 118

Gonzalez, Patricio 92

Gonzalez-Vallina, Ruben 70

Gonzalez, Victor 50

Gonzalez, William 60, 164

Gonzalez, Yvan 60

119, 164

Granda, Raul Calderin

50

Grandal, Nicholas 92

Grillon, Andre 28, 70

Grimal, Robert 50

Gronlier, Juan 92

Guadamuz, Antonio 92

Guardiola, Agustin 70, 187

Guardiola, Alejandro 119 Guardiola, Andres 92, 189, 235

Guasch, Andrew 99, 92

Gueits, Chris 30, 118, 119, 159, 168, 180

Guerra, Eric 103

Guerrero, Oscar 70, 163, 164

Guevara, Cisco 92, 98, 99

Guia, Francisco 70

Guitian, Eric 60, 177

Gutierrez, Christopher 60

Gutierrez, Hector 80

Gutierrez, Jason 98, 92

Gutierrez, Nicholas 119 Gutierrez, Nick 31

Guzman, Oscar 92 H

Halpin, Timothy 103, 203

Hanlon, Daniel 80, 156, 188

Hanlon, Matthew 60

Haralson, William 50, 170

Harbie, Khalil 92

Hartling, Devin 50

Hartling, Kean 80 Henderson, Max 148, 150, 157, 164, 165 Henderson, Maximilian 103

Hendricks, James 163

Henriquez, Gabriel 70, 163

Henry, Christopher 60 Hermida, Jonathan 92, 189

Hermida, Stephan 164, 119

Hernandez, Daniel 70, 119 Hernandez, Danny 152, 153

Hernandez, Emilio 92 Hernandez, Enrique 92, 96

Hernandez III, Eugene 119, 135, 159, 163

Hernandez, Fernando 103, 119

Hernandez, Gabriel 103

Hernandez, Greg 159, 226, 236, 238, 239, 244, 246, 247, 248, 256, 257, 103

Hernandez, Jon 188

Hernandez, Jonathan 80

Hernandez, JP 119 150

Hernandez, Juan 92

Hernandez, Mauricio 60 Hernandez, Pedro 141

Garcia, Mario 103, 148, 164

Garcia, Michael 60

Gonzalez-Mora, Daniel Daniel Lobo 195

Gramatges, Ryan

Hernandez, Ricardo 119, 164

Hernandez, Robert

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92, 153

Hernandez SJ, Victor 131, 135, 143, 164

Herrera, Bryan 80, 188

Herrera, Nicholas 60

Herrero, Javier 60, 164

Hew, Sean 50

Hidalgo, Daniel 50

..&. Hillman, Louis Waller 70

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Holmquist, James 60

Howard-Fuentes, Alex 163, 165

• Benjamin 50

Charmaine 135

.-;.t, • Iglesias, Daniel 50

Iglesias, David 50

Iguanza, Carlos 163

Infante, Diomar 92

Ingelmo, Patrick 50, 163

Ingelmo, Paul 70, 146

Inguanzo, Carlos 119, 148, 164

Iparraguirre, Alexander 60, 187

Isaac, Gustavo 92

Isern, Pedro 50

Iturralde, Santiago 103

Izquierdo, Arnie 60, 177

J

Jalil, Michael 92, 175

Jalil, Mike 92, 175, 235

Janania, Anwar 165

Jaramillo, Alexander 50

Jaramillo, Christopher 92

Jaramillo, Felipe 70

Jauregui, Enrique 70

Jerez, Alejandro 60, 164

JH Soccer 194

JH Swim Team 182

Jimenez, Beatriz 130

Jimenez, Julio 80

Jimenez, Nicolas 92

Jones, Jerry 186, 186, 189, 189

Jordan, Carlos 70, 146, 163, 164, 165

Jordan, Jorge 92

Jordan, Matthew 152, 163, 164

Joseph, Joshua 70

Juarez, Luigi 119

Juncadella, Sebastian 163

Junior High Football 177, 177

JV Soccer 197

K

Kaifer, Andres 80, 196

Kanelidis, Anthony 50, 165

Keith, Sean 164

Keith, Trevor 70, 156, 163, 165

Klock, Robert i19, 163

Knott, Eric 92

Kruger, Christian 92

L

Lacayo, Francisco 80

Lacayo, Gonzalo 92

Lafont, Mike 70, 149

Lam, Luiz 50

Lancelotta, Rafael 50

Lanusse, Felipe 70

Lapica, Wilhelm 92

Lapparelli, Joey 50

Larcada, Carlos 119, 122, 125, 148, 152, 162, 164

Laroche, Laurent 92

Larrieu, Rene 30, 119, 153, 163

Laughlin, Dante 70

Lavina, Richard 92

Lazaro, Alejandro 50

Lazzarin, Edward 80

Lazzarin, William 50

Leal, Jonathan 92, 98, 100

Ledesma, Rafael 135, 164

Lega, Alejandro 92

Lega, Juan 80

Legido, Justin 50

Leiva, Christian 177, 187

Lemus, Michael 119, 157, 163

Leon, Alexander 80, 203

Leon, Andres 50

Leon De La Barra, 80

Leon, Jose 92, 164

Leon, Kris 120, 125 148, 150, 158

Lesteiro, Javier 70

Lima, Rosa 141

Llaca, Nicolas 50, 177

Llamas, Luis 120, 152, 153, 159

Llanes, Rafael, 150

Llauro, Daniel 70

Lloveras, Mike 80, 163

Lloveras, Robert 120, 148, 158, 164

Lobo, Danny 164, 195

Lobo Navia, Sergio 80

Logan, Anthony 80

Lopez, Alexander 120

Lopez, Branden 80

Lopez, Carlos 70

Lopez, Daniel 120

Lopez Calleja, Enrique 80

Lopez, Jason 159

Lopez, Julio 50

Lopez, Manny 99, 164

Lopez, Peter 50

Lopez, William 80, 92

Lorenzo, Bryan 120, 148, 158, 164

Lorenzo, Giovanni 92

Lorie, Orlando 70, 234

Loys, Raul 50

Lugo, Adrian 50

Lugo, Ariel 92

M

Machado, Christopher 80

Machado, Fernando 50

Machado, Jason 158

Macias, Carlos 92

Macias, Jordi 177, 70, 177

Mack, Bernie 164

Madariaga, Jean Paul 177

Madariaga, Nicholas 70

Mallo!, Mariano 117, 120, 122

Manes, Frank 95, 189, 189

Manrara, Andy 104, 159

Manrara, Carlos 95

Maranges, · Matt 104, 159

Marcos, Juan 70

Marquez, David 177

Marmo!, Andres 146, 194, 195

Marmo!, Miguel 93, 95, 164

Marmo!, Victor 70, 146

Marquez, Daniel 104

Marquez, David 70

Marquez, Rafael 95, 172, 175

Marrero, Gabriel 80, 196

Marrero, John 104, 150, 157, 165

Martin, Luis 93, 95

Martinez, Andres 50, 186

Martinez, Ariel 50

Martinez, Carlos 70

Martinez, Edgar 104, 158, 226

Martinez, Eduardo 50

Martinez-Cid, Jordi 104, 152, 226

Martinez, Michael 50, 163

Martucci, Michele 50, 171

Mas, Ildefonso 120, 148, 175

Mas, Rafael 50

Mas, Robert 95

Massens, Miguel 104

Mastrapa, Reynaldo 70

Masvidal, Andres 50

Masvidal, Daniel 120, 164

Matheu, Ralph 73

Matheus, Aran 73

Mato, Manuel 80

Matza, Benjamin 50

Matza, Jeremy 62

Mayo!, William 73, 165

Conor 73

Mecsery, Matthew 80

Mederos, Jonathan 120, 174

Medina, Diego 50

Medina, Martin 50, 163, 165

Medina, Rene 95, 173

Mejia, Marco 62

Melendez, Charles 62

Melley, Christopher 80

Menache, Julio 73

Mendez, Armando 62

Mendez, Christopher 95

Mendez, Daniel 73, 177

Mendez, Daniel, 187

Mendez, Gabriel 62

Mendez, John Paul 104, 164

Mendez, Louis 99, 100, 95

Mendia, Jorge 62

Mendigutia, Gabriel 73

Mendiola, Eduardo 95, 99

Mendiola, Jose 80

Mendoza, Daniel 95

Menedez, Gabo 30

Menocal, Jorge 50, 186

Merino, Daniel 73

Mesa, Julio 104

Metcalfe, George 104, 164

Metcalfe, Justin 104, 158

Michelen, Juan 104, 159, 227

Migenis, Jose 95

Mignone, Marco 50

Miguel, Andres 120

Miles, Christopher 73

Milian, Ray 95

Milina, Gonzalo 73

Minchener, Vicky 44

Mingus, Charles 163

Minsai-Ruiz, Julio 95, 150, 164

Mion-Bet, Daniel 62, 164

Mir, Peter 104, 152

Miranda, Alejandro 120

Miranda, Alex 122

Miranda, Julian 73

Moas, Daniel 62, 164

Moas, Raul 80, 164 Moises, JD 104, 148, 165, 227, 238, 246, 256

Molfetto, Gianfranco 62

Monge, Raul 50

Monk, Thelonious 163

Montes De Oca, Adrian 80

Montes, Alex 62

Montes, Eric 80, 189, 189

Montes, Gabriel 104, 148, 165

Montes, Jeffrey 100, 95 Montesi, Dan 135

Montiel, Mauricio 120, 152, 153

Monzon, Daniel 177, 73, 177

Monzon, David 95, 235 Mora, Joan 73

Morejon, Pablo 50

Morejon, Javier 120

Morejon, Uno 80

Morejon, Norman 104, 164

Moreno, Eduardo 120, 148, J64 Moreno, Federico 120, 164 Moreno, Fernando 82 Moreno, Hector 177, 73, 177 Moreno, Ricky 156 Morfin, Santiago 73, 196 Motta, Pierre 62, 163

Mouriz, Christopher 95 Mouriz, Michael 95 Mouriz, Nicholas 62 Mouriz, Reinaldo 73 Moussawel, Amed 82, 164

Moussawel, Samir 62

Munguia SJ, Jorge 131 Munilla, Alex 30, 31, 120, 148, 158, 163, 164, 180 Muniz, Alvaro 28, 120 Munoz, Peter 94, 95, 189 Munoz, Tomas 73 Munoz-Bustamante, David 120 Murgado, Mario 82, 188 N Napoles, Alexander 50 Navarro, Andres 82 Navarro, Antonio 98, 95 Navarro, Xavi 120, 126, 146, 158, 163, 164, 252

Naya, George 95

Newmeyer, Michael, 187

Nieto, Amado 177, 62, 164, 177

Nieto, Carlos 95, 189, 189

Noste, Danny 82, 188

Nuche, Alexander 104

Nunez, Andres 95, 99

Nunez, Daniel 82, 188

Nunez, Eduardo 104, 150, 157

Nunez, Leopolda 125, 130

0

Ob_eso, Eduardo 62

Ocana, Felix 73

Ocana, Miguel 95

Ocon, David 73

O'Connor, Timmy 73, 171

Odriozola, Carlos 50

Ojeda, Felipe 123, 159, 164

Olazabal, Oliver 50

Oliva, Alexander 82, 164

oliver, Jason 73

O'Malley, Robert 143, 163, 164, 224, 225

O'Naghten, Alberto 95

O'Naghten, Juan 123, 159

Oporto, Daniel 73

Orizondo, Enrique

123, 148, 163, 164, 165

Orozco, Andrew 50

Orta, Micheal 73, 135

Orta, Paul 123, 150, 164

Ortega, Azael 99, 95, 196, 197

Ortega, Carlos 95, 104, 158, 168

Ortega, Clint 73

Ortega, Felipe 62, 164, 194, 195

Ortega, Jose 95, 100

Ortiz, Alejandro 95

Ortiz, Michael 104, 239, 247, 257

Osorio, Alejandro 95

Otazo, Andrew 94, 95

Otero, Sebastian 73, 196, 197

p

Padial, Reinaldo 82

Padilla, America 123, 164, 203

Padilla, Bryant 98, 95

Padilla, Jose 141, 151

Padin, Manuel 62

Padron, Javier 62

Paez, Jose 73

Palacios, Rodrigo 82

Palarios, Daniel 95

Palermo, Nicholas 82

Palmerola, Ricardo 123

Pantaleon, Andrew 73

Papastavros, Maickoll 95, 99

Paraza, Alex 82

Pardo, Bryan 62, 165

Parets, Alexander 104

Parieda, Luis 164

Pastoriza, Alex 62

Paz, Anthony 62

Pena, Alexander 82

Penichet, Damian 118, 122, 123, 158, 164, 234

Peral, Javier 95

Peralta, Michael 95

Peraza, Leonel 104

Pereda, Luis 123

Pereira, Jorge 122, 123, 158

Pereira, Joshua 62, 164

Perez, Adrian 62

Perez De Alejo, Christoph 82

Perez, Daniel 104, 164

Perez Del Rio, Daniel 73

Perez Del Rio, David 82

Perez, Emilio 123

Perez, Emmanuel 104, 164

Perez, Ernesto 104

Perez, Ernie 78, 158, 238, 239, 246, 247, 249, 256, 257

Perez, Fabrizio 52

Perez, George 164

Perez, Javier 52

Perez, Joel 52

Perez, Jorge 73, 104

Perez De Corcho, Joseph 123, 148, 164

Perez, Juan 95

Perez, Marcos 73, 164

Perez Alvarez, Nicholas 95

Perez, Nick 177, 177

Perez, Robert 82, 104

Perez, Roger 52

Perez-Alvarez, Marco 52

Perez-Lerena SJ, Francisco 131

Perez De Corcho, Peter 62

Perkins, Thomas 52

Permuy SJ, Frank 39, 164

Pessoa, Peter 123

Pessoa, Steven 104, 159

Pestana, Jonathan 73

Peterman, Peter 188

Pichardo, Frank 122, 141

Pidermann, Peter 82

Piedrahita, Martin 62

Pierce, Chris 95

Pimentel, Bernardo 122, 123, 148, 150, 159, 163, 164

Pino, Joseph 123

Pino, Mario 104, l!:.D, 157, 233, 246, 2Xi

Pinon, Sergio 62

Pisa, Renzo 123, 164

Pittaluga, Fabrizio 62

Pizarro, Eduardo 95

Pizarro, Francisco 196

Pizzorni, Patrick 82

Pia, Thomas 177

Plasencia, Pablo 52

Poindexter, Stephen 73, 165, 234

Polo, Borja 104

Ponce De Leon, Francisco 82, 196

Ponce, Juan 73

Prieto, Thomas 73

Puig, Alec 52

Puig, Enrique 82

Pumariego, Andres 62

Putman, Mike 73, 177

Putman, Stephen 123, 164

Q

Quevedo, Enrique 123, 152, 153

Quezada, Antonio 62, 187

R

Rad, Matthew 73

Ramirez, Ernesto 82

Ramirez-Bao, Daniel 82

Ramon, Olga 39

Ramos, Daniel 187

Ramos Marabotto, Daniel 62

Ramos, David 52

Ramos, Javier 73, 141, 170

Ravelo, Jorge 82

Redondo, Andres 82

Redondo, Jose 82, 164

Regalado, Eduardo 93, 95

Regueyra, Alberto 123, 164

Regueyra, Andrew 164

Retreats 226, 227

Revina, Andy 146

Revina, Carlos 146

Rey, Christopher 93, 95

Reyes, Alexander 104, 164

Reyes, Mitchel 52

Ricard, Giancarlo 104

Rico, Dylan 52, 171

Rico, Steven 73

Riesgo, Aldo 28, 118, 123, 162

Rincon, Tommy 164

Ring Ceremony 252

Rios, Jorge 98, 95

Rios, Kevin 52

Rios, Michael 164, 177

Rivas, Juan 95

Rivero, Ian 82

Rizo, Luis 95

Robaina, Juan 104

Robaina, Tommy 152, 164

Robayna, Raul 73

Robbins, Jonathan 82

Robles, Hector 104

Robotics Club 157

Roca, Jose 36

Rodriguez, Alejandro 95

Rodriguez, Alex 153

Rodriguez, Andres 52

Rodriguez, Armando 39, 130

Rodriguez, Carlos 98, 95, 235

Rodriguez, Chris 150

Rodriguez, Christian 104

Rodriguez, Daniel 82, 96, 123, 156

Rodriguez, Danny 124, 148, 150

Rodriguez, Eddie 52

Rodriguez, Kevin 73

Rodriguez, Lazaro 52

Rodriguez, Loren 124, 152, 159

Rodriguez, Luis 73

Rodriguez, Michael 124

Rodriguez, Ricardo 73

Rodriquez, Danny 164

Rojas, Daniel 9

Rojas, Louis 121, 122

Rojas, Mario 186, 52, 186

Rojo, Mario 82

Romero, David 107, 159

Romero, Rafael 73, 146

Romero, Ralph 162

Roque, Carlos 82

Roque, Jose 107

Rosado, Carlos 96

Ross, Brenda 36

Rossello, Facundo 94, 96

Roura, Michael 52

Rovira, Andres 73

Rovira, Carlos 107, 150, 165

Rovira, Manny 150

Rovirosa, Frankie 124, 158, 230

Rueda, Raimundo 73

Rufat, Raymond 82

Ruhi, Angelique 143, 164, 224

Ruiz, Angel 107

Ruiz, Victor 124, 158, 203

Ruiz-Castaneda, Norman 124, 163

Ryan, Geoffrey 75

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Saab, Juan 124

Sabates, Arturo 82

Sacco, James 82

Sagarduy, Gabriel 96

Saizarbitoria, Victor 164

Salazar, Jorge 100, 96

Salcedo, Julian 107

San Juan, Fernando 96

San Miguel, Steven 52

Sanabria, Alfredo 124

Sanchelima, Andy 177, 177

Sanchelima, Christian 96

Sanchelima, Juan 75

Sanchez, Adrian 52, 165

Sanchez, Andres 96

Sanchez, Arturo 107, 150

Sanchez, Brian 205

Sanchez, Daniel 96, 196

Sanchez, Jordan 82

Sanchez, Maximiliano 52

Sanchez, Michael 82

Sanchez, Mike 188

Santos, Anthony 164

Santuoso, Paul 96, 173

Sardina, Carlos 75

Sardina SJ, Jorge 40, 131, 135

Sargentes, Jonathon 147

Sargenton, Jonathan 82

Schaiberger, Gregory 124, 163

Schertz, Adam 96

Schmidt, Andrew 75

Schumacher, Albert 52

Sedeno, Kristian 124, 148, 156

Segrera, Marcos 82

Segrera, Victor 96

Seidenthal, Andre 52

Shaiberger, Gregory 150

Shipman, David 124

Sierra, Michael 82

Sierra, Vicente 52

Sigurani, David 82

Silva, Claudio 52

Silva, Daniel 75

Silveira, Leonardo 124

Simauchi, Luis 75

Simoes Ponce, Octavia 96

Sixth Grade Basketball 186

Smit, John 75

Smit, Richard 164

Smith, Robert 75

Smitt, John 177, 177

Soares, Brian 82

Sobrado, Roberto 124, 157

Soler, Tommy 75, 182

Sophomore Day 235

Sosa, Alejandro 96

Sosa, Alex 94, 98, 100

Sosa, Javier 52, 141

Soto, Charles 107

Soto, Ignacio 75

Soto, Victor 124, 150, 157

Sotolongo, Juan 75

Sotto, David 82, 162

Sroka, Roberto 177

Srokay, Robert 195

St. Roland, Louis 82, 196

Stille, Matthew 107

Suarez, Adriana 164, 224

Suarez, Andres 107

Suarez, Bryan 164

Suarez, Bryan-Michael 124

Suarez, Camila 135

Suarez, Eugenio 75

Suarez, Gabriel 107, 164

Suarez, Octavia 75

Suarez, Rodrigo 29, 124, 150, 165

Suarez-Murias, Raul 75

Sucena, Rolando 141, 150

Sugarman, Carl 177, 177

Suris, Robert 107, 158

Sutton, Graham 52

Sutton, Stephan 75, 177

T

Taquechel, Pablo 143

Tarafa, Tony 124, 158

Tarafa, Victor 75

Tefel, Santiago 124, 158, 163, 165

Teijeiro, Juan 96

Tejedor, Rodrigo 82

Telleria, Alejandro 96

Tello, Fernando 75, 177

Teran, Roger 96

Theology 143

Thevinen, Sebastian 147

Parra, Daniel 73

Parra, Kenneth 50

Partagas, Nicholas 104

Ponce, Ricardo 52

Pou, Adrian 82

Prego, Roberto 52

Rodriguez, Ivan 28, 73, 163

Rodriguez, Jorge 73

Rodriguez, Jose 96

Sebastien, Jean Thevenin 82

Seblani, Ronnie 52

Thomas, Marshall 82, 188

Thompson, Jonas 107, 150, 163

Santi Tefel, yearbook editor, Fr. Pedro Cartaya SJ and Felipe Ojeda, newspaper features editor, enjoy their last retreat.

by Santi Tefel

Adrian Von der Osten celebrates the last day of school.

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1Wbat'e In It for the .PIIture

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The De Ia Cruz Stadium which is home o he Wolverines was donated by the Newmeyer family.

Story & photos by Santi Tefel

Another addition to the Belen campus is a professional rubber track making Belen one of the only schools in Florida to have one.

Further more, two new baseball fields with batting cages where also added to the campus.

With the addition of the new Arts Pavilion, Belen will be able to excel in the department of humanities.