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ecoming a senior in this school is one of greatest accomplishments for all students. When we use the word 'better' in this yearbook, we are referring to the expectations placed on us by the school. When we graduate from Belen, we are expected to do better and be better than the rest. This statement is not meant in any way to be interpreted as arrogance, but a mere belief that as Belen men, we will always strive to be better for this world and for each other. The theme originally came from our initial mission to make this yearbook better than those from the past years. For the first time as a school we have an all color yearbook with better pictures and better printing quality. It was also more personalized than it had been in the past. We genuinely tried to capture the essence of our school through the pictures and copy. However, what we ended up regarding as 1better 1 went beyond this yearbook. It turned out that when we said 1 better 1 , we really meant: Belen.
-Nick Diaz Senior Editor In Chief
veryone who receives this yearbook will receive a little piece of history. Our yearbook production staff went through a great deal of work to make the yearbook that you now hold in your hands. The production began on a summer road trip when our staff decided that a major attribute for the school was becoming better all around. A famous Jesuit term, "Magis" meaning more, defines our struggle to do and be just that, better. It allows us to grow as a community and strengthen our inner-selves. As a school, we were named one of the top 50 Catholic Schools in the U.S.A. Our school continues to grow daily and with that, we strive to become better. Better students, better sons, better brothers, better men.
- Matthew Cabrera Junior Editor In Chief
Junior Jean Paul Rodriguez vrsrts Germany during the World Cup games "That was the best experience I have ever had being able to see all those soccer fans going crazy for their home team," said Rodriguez.
Freshman Andrew Alvarado says 'Bon Jour' in front of the Eiffel Tower in Paris , France. Trips to Europe were common among students because they provided unforgettable experiences from different cultures
The Overseas Program visited Czars Cannon in Kremlin , Russia In the past, the Overseas Program has taken students to exotic countries such as China and Italy in order to give students a first glimpse at other cultures of the world.
Members of the Spanish Club pose in front of Notre Dame
in Paris, France. The trip to Europe was sponsored by the Spanish Department and it too k the students and teachers to France and Spain over a one week period.
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Junior Alexander Valdes and sixth grader Nicolas Valdes visit a mosque in Istanbul, Turkey. "That was the best trip I took this summer, I leaned
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Senior Rafael Yaniz works side by side with Florida Senator Mel Martinez. Yaniz was Senator Martinez' first page which was quite an honor for both of them
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Sixth graders attend an orientation session in the central patio on the first day of school. The first day was always very stressful for the sixth grade class who entered the school doors for the very first time
"For freshman year , I expect a more exciting year with lots of experiences to remember."
Fres man Anthony Martin
"I want to have the time of my life for the next seven years at this school. " Sixt Grader Nicholas Valdez
" I want a friend so that when I go away to college , I will have a best bud to share secrets with" er
Disciplinarian Fabio Ortega makes sure seventh grader Daniel Arimon was wearing the correct uniform On the first day of school, disciplinarians were on the lookout for first time uniform offenders
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Counselor Samuel Vega helps seventh grader Nicolas Moreiras find one of his classes The new year often starts with lots of hallway confusion.
Junior Alexander Iparraguirre walks slowly towards school through the senior parking lot. The first day of school was the beginning of homework and studying for big tests
Above: Social Studies teacher Luis Dulzaides goes over the syllabus with his class. Most teachers
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Left: Junior Alexander Bandin finished putting his books in his locker "Each year these books get heavier and heavier," said Bandin
Junior Gabriel Mendez runs a skateboard shop out of his house. " It's only temporary until I get my new shop up and running," said Mendez.
Junior Daniel Mion-Bet works the summer camp at the University Sports Program at Lakes of the Meadows. "It's an easy way to make a few bucks and have fun," said Mion-Bet.
Junior Michael Cruz spends quality time with baby Wolverines Cruz spent part of his summer working at the school's camp.
Sophomore Samuel De-Leon washes cars at the Crossings Car Wash De-Leon saved up enough money to buy himself the Sidekick 3.
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Counselor Samuel Vega flashes the peace sign after cruisin' around in his 1979 Volkswagen Microbus. "It's a time machine," said Mr Vega
Alumni Director Alexis Zequeira gives the final coat of
Math teacher Juan Luis Flores stands by his Jaguar XJS. Mr. Flores had a custom plate made with his graduating year, 1970.
wax to his Audi IT Mr. Zequeira ran out of paper towels so he resorted to his tie
Huge! Senior Ray Mouriz rolls around in a Hummer H2 truck. This by far is the biggest car in the student parking lot
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wip! Senior Christopher Formoso and Juniors Juan Carlos-Diaz Padron and Jorge Sanchez drive Porsche CayenneS. The Porsche CayenneSwas one of the most luxurious cars in the parking lot.
Seniors Frank Estevez and Daniel Monzon sit by their personal parking spots. Estevez
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Seniors Daniel Mendez, Daniel Perez and Junior Brian Cabielles pose next to their sporty Infinity G35. The G35 are some of the fastest cars in the parking lot.
Senior Oscar Guerrero shows off his striking yellow mini cooper. This car, although petit, showed a great deal of power and abilities when it came to the
By Victor Saizarbitoria
y the time school started, students found themselves stuck in the daily grind. One way to avoid the monotony and pressures of schoolwork was to hang out on the weekends. Weekend and nightlife activities included things such as heading out to the beach or hitting the party scene with friends or the dates. "I love to go dancing, so I put on party shoes every chance I get," said Senior Alex Cusco. Many students went out to dinner before hitting the movies. One popular restaurant among students was Houston's on Miracle Mile. "The spinach dip is amazing. I just go there for that," said John Ekman. Hanging out on the weekends was a time when all notions of school were left far behind.
Sophomore Fabrizio Perez dj's a party during the weekend Perez also provided the music for many school functions.
Junior Rodolfo Villanueva drives to a party with some friends. Parties were very frequent for the upper classmen
Senior Daniel Silva and Junior Guillermo Echarte hang out at the beach with friends. Students were able to enjoy the unmistakable Miami sun everyday during the summer.
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Seniors Frank Guia and Rosendo Forns eat dinner with their dates
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popular restaurants for students was La Carreta on Bird Road
Seniors Frank Estevez, Alejandro Chediak, Alexander Del Rio and Jordi Macias smile the n ight away at a friend's party
Seniors Javier Vijil and Sebastian Otero spend time at Key Biscayne with friends. The beach was a popular night time spot among the teenagers.
Seniors Raimundo Rueda , Anthony Cisneros, Juan Sotolongo, Marcos Perez and Raul Suarez-Murias hang out at Monty's Restaurant. The outdoor live music of the Grove attracted many teenagers.
Big achievements is something our school has always been known for. One of the latest accomplishments was the development of the music program. The jazz band we know today surged from a class of approximately 15 students1 some of which had no experience whatsoever playing musical instruments. Throughout the year1 the jazz band participated in many school events such as performing during mass1 during lunch and private concerts for the student body as well as the faculty. jazz Band only started with a few simple instruments but soon developed a wide range of instruments including woodwinds/ strings1 brass and percussions. The school put further emphasis on the humanities department by purchasing all of its instruments rather than renting them out from year to year1 which is how it is done in most schools. This allowed for the students to practice even more at home as well as in school. Mr. Leo Nunez1 Director of the Ignatian Center of the Arts stated 1There is a strong presence of energy in this building which I {t"nd extremely rewarding. 11 Mr. Nunez believed that the students had a condition of interest in the subject and enough of a desire to commit. Another accomplishment in the works was the marching band. They made their debut during the homecoming pep rally last November and awed the audience with their catchy rhythms. 1The experience that I had in the band was great because I got to learn about music and have fun at the same time1 11 said sixth grader Kevin Pavon.
Sophomore Andres Rodriguez and Sixth grader Kevin Pavon practice playing their trombones during class. The jazz band was one of the many new classes added to the humanities curriculum.
The jazz band practices together after school in order to improve their performance. The band exhibited their hard work and talents in pep rallies and special concerts.
The marching band practices for their big debut. They made an astonishing performance that awed the crowd during the 2006 homecoming pep rally.
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Junior Diego Femandez-Soto and sixth grader Daniel Boix model the improper and proper way to wear the school uniform Uniforms were a daily part of every student. It included the white (or after lunch not so white) shirt, blue pants and the blue and yellow striped tie.
eing an upperclassman gave you several privileges, one being taking part in the senior skit. "It is the best senior skit I have ever been a part of," said Senior Michael Menendez who played Brother Gerry Garcia. Once · the skit succeeded in making everyone short of breath with hilarious outbursts and unexpected dialogue. The Archbishop Carroll football team (homecoming rivals) d a maniacal plot to suck the tire football team into a 1V.
script was written by Senior Vice · President Carlos Jordan who also played Assistant Principal Armando Rodriguez. Other characters include Seniors Alex De Zayas as theology teacher Mr. Pablo T aquechel, Julio Gonzalez as theology teacher Mrs. Angie Fernandez and Julio Menache as Spanish teacher Mr. Juan Vazquez. The highlight of the skit was a musical rendition of Shakir a's "La T ortura" by Senior Richard Bandrich who played Chemistry teacher Mr. Francisco Pichardo and Senior Alexis Fernandez who played Spanish teacher Mrs. Gisela Leon. In the end, the skit only left the audience with one puzzling I question to be answered, "Who's the turkey that turned off the lights?"
Senior Dantes Gutierrez imitates a fairly new teacher, Mr. Boanerges Dominguez in his "Super Mario" calculus game. Gutierrez en t erta ined many as he showed the close physical resemblance between Mr. Dominguez and Mario.
Seniors Carlos Jordan and Daniel Parra show how intense otir administration can get. The seniors played Assista nt, Principal Dr. Armando Rodriguez and Principal Fr. Marcelino Garcia, SJ guided the staff throughout the
Seniors Richard BandrichandAlexis Fernandez perform an outstanding dance piece as Mr. Frank Pichardo and Mrs. Gisela Leon. The scene was acted out with the help of Shakira' s latest song, La T ortura
Seniors Michael Menendez and Alexander De Zallas react as they impersonate Mr. Gerardo Garcia and Mr Pablo T aquechel. The seniors played these two famous teachers with great accuracy.
"I don't give a hoot," yells Senior Julio Gonzalez as he gets ready to release the teachers trapped inside the T.V. Gonzalez portrayed one of his favorite teachers, Ms. Angie Fernandez.
efore almost any student comes into the community, it can be safe to say that some family member influenced his arrival. Fathers are on the top when it comes to past members of the school. , cousins, and uncles are also examples of different relatives that have been part of the community and still participate within. It is not an uncommon sight to see two and up three members of the same family walking gh the halls. They often work together help each other with school studies out f family duty.
Many times these siblings join the school sports and push each other more than a regular friendship would. The ernandez family is a prime example of · y legacy with two graduates and one be. Mr. Hernandez graduated in '7 4, the
oldest brother Alex in '02 and the youngest, Christopher, is set to graduate in '10. All three of the Otero brothers David, Brian and Benjamin participate in the track and cross country teams, constantly pressuring each other to improve. Orlando and T ulio AlvarezBurgos are both part of the swimming team. They train and practice together everyday. The Jordan brothers, Matthew and Carlos, are both alter servers and serve frequently in the school wide masses. Many generations of families have been a large part of the tradition of service and participation in the school community. Their children and even their grandchildren might join this community further continuing with the legacy many have left behind. Family legacy is what has kept the school in its tight bonds from Cuba to Miami. The bond is over 150 years strong and still intact.
Junior Jaime and Senior Raimundo Rueda are know n for their family values and their love for their country Colombia Both brothers have been students in the school since the six th grad e.
Senior Carlos Jordan and his brother Junior Matthew Jordan , have some brotherly horseplay between classe s. Matthew and Carlos were both altar severs as well as memb ers of CLC.
1974 graduate Jorge Hernandez, 2002 graduate Alexander Hernandez, and Freshman Christopher Hernandez sport the school colors. School spirit has been an important part of this family for many years
Senior Orlando and Junior T ulio Alvarez-Burgos are only one year apart. Both brothers were a part of the swimming team where they trained and practiced together almost everyday.
Senior David, Junior Brian, and Sophomore Benjamin
show off their brotherly love. All three brothers belong to the Track and Field and Cross Country teams
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Before most people get up, the boys of summer rise with a newborn sun in the early morning, and set off to make their own ripples. Wakeboarding was the latest water sport that identified South Florida with a cool splash. Junior Nicholas Mouriz, one of the best wake boarders in our school, was professionally geared with the latest aquatic accessories ranging from a premium wakeboard to the latest Air-N autique watercraft.
Seniors Rosendo Forns and Richard Bandrich, Junior Jose Gomez and sixth grader Daniel Gomez show off their catch of the day in the Florida Keys. It was a bad luck day for many, but this crew found the jackpot.
Senior Frank Esteves shows off his golden treasure during mini season. Diving for lobster was a favorite pasttime among many water lovers.
Librarian Eric Ballesteros presents his bull mahi-mahi to the camera. Ballesteros was an avid fisherman.
"It's more then just going out there and jumping high 7 it's about the music and the time you spend with your friends/ said Mouriz. Friends and competition alike showed off their skills and accomplishments since they first started this new sport. From high 360 7 s to the ultimate wipe out!
"Fishing might be the next best thing/ said Junior Jose Gomez as he showed off the catch of the day from our prestigious waters of the Florida Keys. Fishing was not just a hobby. It was a physical sport involving tournaments 7 trophies and many times a cash prize. Fishing took more than just a rod and some bait. You had to know water temperatures7 tides 7 winds 7 and depths. Knowledge of the sea and the climate are incredibly important to making the catch of a life time.
Junior Nicholas Mouriz wakeboards in the Marine Stadium with the entire Miami Skyline watching. Mouriz was one of the best wakeboarders around the school and he always took pride in teaching others his skills.
Junior Victor Saizarbitoria does a front side toe grab while clearing the wake. Saizarbitoria often invited many of his friends to hop aboard and try to match his skills.
Junior Anthony Armas wakeboards inches away from the famous barge in the abandoned Marine Stadium in Key Biscayne. Armas dedicated many hours to achieve true wake boarding sucess
Junior Jorge Sanchez holds on for his dear life as he makes a near impossible jump only few can do called the "yacht club". Sanchez practiced this move almost every day
School mascot Waldo the Wolverine shows Dora who's the boss on the courts The character of Dora was inspired by the student council who were more than eager to portray their idea of the Columbus Explorers ' mascot
Senior Steve Agras drives towards the hoop past a Columbus defender. Agras played his heart out scoring a game high 24 points
In one of the most exciting games in Belen's history, the Explorers and Wolverines took it to overtime. Belen came out victorious, winning 58 to 55.
By Matthew Cabrera
The Varsity Foorball team bursts on the field through the Wolverine banner. This ritual was commonly used to pump up the team against awaiting rivals.
Junior Anthony Diblasi and Senior Andrew Jacobs go to defend a pass. The Wolverines played tough to give the Explorer football team a tough game
Robert Espino jumps for the tip-off against the Saint Brendan Sabres Belen has always kept a strong rivalry with their local rivals, including St. Brendan
Freshman
Senior Daniel Mendez tries to scramble for a first down. Mendez played a big role on the football team's offense and defense.
Students proudly sprint across the sidelines with B-E-L-E-N written on flags The crowd went crazy as they pass by.
The crowd shows their school spirit by painting their bodies blue and gold and wolverine paw prints The Belen Columbus basketball game was always a huge rivalry.
By Matthew Cabrera
Seniors Jordi Macias and John Smit put on a game face. Last year, seniors showed their school spirit by dressing up in wacky themes throughout the sports seasons.
Swoosh! Belen fans ·cheer on the basketball team as they get ready to shoot a free throw The swoosh cheer is so popular that even people from other shcools join in.
Seniors Enrique Jauregui, Alexander Chediak, Andres Castillo, Daniel Perez, Alexander del Rio, and Andre Garrigo proudly display their school spirit by writing B-E-L-E-N on their bodies. They prepared themselves for an exciting game.
Waldo the Wolverine gets the crowd going with his Heisman pose Despite the Miami heat, Waldo was always ready to entertain the crowd
Mayor of Miami Mr Manny Diaz and Mr Vince Fernandez discuss the game plan during a basketball game Mr Diaz and Mr Fernandez have been closely following all the school's sports for many years.
Cheerleader Cathy Puig leads the fans in cheering for the Varsity Football T earn The cheerleaders proved to be a great inspiration for the crowd.
Junior Alejandro Jerez dances salsa with his girlfriend , Jenny. Salsa w as a popular dance throughout kickoff bringing couples together to enjoy a good night of partying
Right: Senior Frank Estevez patrols the dance floor looking for any rnischevious behavior. The seniors did a great job of keeping the dance floor under control.
Left: Brothers Senior Orlando and Junior T ulio Alvarez-Burgos dance the night away with their friends Kickoff dance turned out to be a great success with everyone who partied until the late hours of the night
Dance! Last year ' s Kickoff Dance was packed with students of all ages. The dance was held in the school's central patio and was a very popular event among the junior high students.
Bright lights illuminated the De La Cruz stadium Friday November 3rd when the Wolverines confronted the long time rival Archbishop Carroll in the homecoming · game. The fans cheered on as the blue and gold pulverized the competition in a I game that kept all spectators at the edge of their -feet. ui was overwhelmed by the amount of wolverine pride from the student body/' said Junior Philip Klumpp.
The score was 17-14 when the Bulldogscameupforafieldgoaltotiethegame ABC kicker Sergio Pinon missed the kick, handing over the victory to the Wolverines.
One of the most important factors of the game was playing at night under the Friday night lights. uit was pretty amazing, I felt very special to be playing at night for the first time in our home field," said Junior Alexander Duarte.
Junior Jorge de Oii.a catches a pass from Junior Christopher Henry and runs for a big gain. The wo lverines won the Homecoming Game against Archbishop Carroll.
Freshman Nicholas Platt throws a deep pass as he breaks away from the oncoming defenders. Platt was the starting quarterback on the varsity team for several games.
The football team shows their school pride by sending all the seniors out onto the field for the coin toss. The seniors were all honorary captains for the last home game of the year.
Eighth graders Max Salvador and Jose Smith race to the end before being pulled back by the bungee cords The point of the inflatable race w as to test the speed and agility of students.
Juniors Yoe Lopez and Carlos Smith break the rules of the student agenda , by 'horsing around '. College Football day was the only day of the year where students got to show off their favorite teams w ithout any infractions
Seventh graders pull for dear life during the tug of w ar event. Tug of war was a good way to test strength against competing homerooms
Junior Francisco Urdanetta throws the penalty flag in Mr. Couto's math class Urdanetta dressed like a football referee during wacky dress day when students were allowed to dress crazy ·
Eighth graders Stephen Valido and Adrian Gonzalez launch waterballons at the opposing station. This attraction was a new event added to the extreme sports on field day.
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Junior Alexander Valdez shows his school spirit by dressing up as a "nerdy" student from a rival school. His was one of the best costumes during homecoming week.
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Senior Conor McCarthy receives his ring from President Principal Father Marcelino Garcia S.J. The ring ceremony was held in the school gym which was beautifully decorated by senior moms who volunteered for the task.
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(ABOVE ) Junior Roberto Sroka and Francisco Urdanetta shared books while doing their class work. Urdanetta was very embarrassed because he had left the text at home that day.
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Neil Vazquez
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Victor Verdeja
Luis Vernet
Rodolfo Villanueva
Alexander Villar
Felipe Vizcarrondo
Nicholas Volsky
Anthony Wood
Jorge Zambrano
Adrian Zubillaga
reviews a piece of art just before his art history presentation Art History teacher Brother Gerry Garcia was well known for assigning power points to be presented by the students
Junior Yoe Lopez
Junior Christopher Baran went for a mid-afternoon stroll after lunch in the ' forbidden' second floor. Baran needed desperately to grab a math book from his locker.
Eduardo Acosta
Marcelo Agudo
Alfonso Aguila
David Alvarez
Gabriel Arnor
Manuel Anton
Juan Aparicio
Dean Arciero
Juan Arellano
Luis Ares
Jake Bakas
David Barrera
Daniel Barrera
Gaspar Barreto
Luis Barreto
Carlos Basnuevo
T ornislav Belfranin
Manuel Benitez-Cofino
Zachary Berger
Khiari Blevins
Adam Bofill
Jose Boschetti
Kevin Botten
David Busse
Erick Bustos
Michael Caballero
Nicholas Calero
Carlos Cancela
Jose Cardenal
Juan Cardenas
Javier Castaneda
Nicholas Castellanos
Patrick Chalvire
Francisco Chamorro
Javier Chang
Christopher Cossio
Julian Cruz
Javier Cuadra
Lucas Da Pieve
Luis De Armas
Juan De La Ossa
Pablo De La Vega
Eric De Lara
Samuel De Leon
Pedro De Ona
Manuel De Zarraga
Nicholas Delgado
Rolando Delgado
Julian Dezulueta
Daniel Dias
Joel Diaz
Carlos Donado
Eric Donado
Raul Duarte
Lawrence Duran
Daniel Echeverria
Erick Espinal
Juan Estremera
Angel Faraldo
Brandon Fernandez
Jose Ferreiro
Lazaro Fields
Manuel Flor
David Fonseca
Mario Fonseca
William Forshee
Armando Garcia
David Garcia
Marcos Garcia
Vito Gasparro
David Giron
David Goldstein
Rene Gomez
Gonzalo Gonzalez
Juan Gonzalez
Justin Gonzalez
Lester Gonzalez
Jonathan Goodman
Robert Grimal
Victor Guerra
Devin Hartling
Alejandro Hernandez
Michael Herrera
Ricardo Herrera
Daniel Hidalgo
Benjamin Hubert
Daniel Iglesias
David Iglesias
Patrick Ingelmo
Pedro Isern
Alexander Jaramillo
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Anthony Kanelidis
Juan Kennedy
Luiz Lam
Rafael Lancelotta
Roman Lavina
Alejandro Lazaro
William Lazzarin
Mario Lega
Justin Legido
Andres Leon
Nicholas Ley
Angel Lluvet
Juan Lopez
Julio Lopez
Patrick Lowenthal
Raul Loys
Fernando Machado
Roberto Machado
Andres Martinez
Maxwell Martinez
Michael Martinez
Rafael Mas
Diego Medina
Martin Medina
Jorge Menocal
Marco Mignone
Raul Monge
Christian Montiel
Pablo Morejon
Patrick Mourin
Diego Mursuli
Alexander Napoles
Luis Navarro
Rafael Nodal
Oliver Olazabal
Theology teacher Ms. Angie Fernandez has been teaching the subject since 1964. Last year, Ms. Fernandez taught tenth grade Church History. She has been teaching that grade and subject for the past twelve years.
Ms. Fernandez started teaching theology because she always loved helping young kids and spreading the word of God to the youth. She went into education to help kids understand better about God and to help them find Him within themselves.
Her husband and her son attended Belen and her parents were always involved with the Jesuit community "I love Belen! I have always felt connected with the Jesuits because my family was involved with the Jesuit community and they have been a part of my life,'' said Ms. Fernandez. Throughout all of her years of service and teaching, she has worked with the mentally challenged, the emotionally challenged, juvenile delinquents and young girls at risk.
According to Ms. Fernandez, Belen is different from any other school. 11 lt is unique because of the way the students and teachers all care for each other and the way that we are all tied together/ she explained. Ms. Fernandez was also popular among students for her catchy phrases and outgoing personality. "She is unforgettable/' said Junior Juan Carlos Diaz Padron.
Ms. Angie Fernandez goes over the class material with Sophomore Rene Gomez. Ms Fernandez' class was always a favorite among sophomores
Alvaro Orjuela
Andrew Orozco
Benjamin Otero
Victor Padilla
Laurindo Pardo
Emilio Pastor
Fabrizio Perez
Javier Perez Jose Perez
James Perez-Sanchez
Thomas Perkins
John Pistorino
Pablo Plasencia
Jorge Portuondo
Roberto Prego Alec Puig
Nicolas Quinones
Anthony Quintero
Ramon Quirantes
Christopher Ramirez
David Ramos
Sean Rencurrell
Dylan Rico
Christopher Robelo
Caleb Rock
Andres Rodriguez
Andres Rodriguez
Daniel Rodriguez
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Ben Otero is an average kid just like you. After receiving the admission letter to the school, he did not know what to expect, although he had two older brothers already attending the school. He has been a student here, since the ninth grade. Otero felt the school has helped him in many ways. "Belen has helped to prepare me for the tough situations in my life. It has also helped me through all my ups and downs." said Otero. He had many hobbies such as cross-country, track, swimming, going out with friends and watching movies. Otero's favorite teacher was Mr. Sucena, because "he is amazing and he makes class fun and knows the subject like no other."
Otero was very active in sports as well. He participated in cross country and track and he excelled in both. When asked how he has liked the school so far Otero responded: "I like it a lot. I can 7 t imagine being anywhere else."
Ricardo Rodriguez
Mario Rojas
Michael Roura
Andres Rovirosa
Steven San Miguel
Maximiliano Sanchez
Andre Seidenthal
Claudio Silva
Javier Sosa
Rory Suarez-Murias
Eric Todoroff
Ruben Torres
Francisco Trujillo
Gabriel Trujillo
Julian Ucha
Matthew Valdes
Javier Varona
Jorge Varona
Daniel Vazquez
Javier Verdeja
Julio Vijil
Julio Villafane
Alexandre Villanueva
Mark Von Der Osten
Andres Wiltz
Luis Wulff
Alfonso Yec
Nicolas Yoda
Sam Abbassi
Alexander Admire
Matthew Agramonte
Adrian Alfonso
Juan Altirriba
Andrew Alvarado
Gabriel Alvarez
Julian Alvarez
Nicholas Alvarez
Pablo Alvarez
Jonathan Ambut
David Angarita
Javier Araujo
Andrew Arce
Valentin Arenas
Eric Arill
Ferran Arimon
Alex Asensio
Javier Ayo
Alejandro Azoy
Carlos Barrios
Richard Barrios
Steven Bernal
Stephen Blumenthal
Lorenzo Brea
Jordi Busse
Nestor Bustamante
Luis Caballero
Marcos Calderon
Gabriel Campo
Kristian Cantens
Mario Carcamo
Felix Castillo
Gabriel Castillo
Charles Cavalaris
Daniel Celaya
Tomas Celaya
Daniel Cepero
Juan Chediak
Reginald Colas
Enrique Comas
Jorge Corrales
Diego Costa
Jorge Cotte
Raul Cowley
Derek Cross
Jorge Cruz
Ricardo Cuevas
Andrew De Armas
Jorge De La Hoz
Fernando De Zayas
Javier Del Riego
Gianfranco Del Rosal
Alejandro Diaz
Javier Diaz
Henry Doce
Christopher Dominguez
Nigel Dondo
Ernest Duffoo
Richard-Alexander D 'arbelles
Max Echarte
Mario Egues
Thomas Eisman
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Robert
Carlos
Edward
Andres
Jean-Paul
Dylan
Javier
Christopher
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Frank Mendez
Brandon Mesa
Andrew Michelena
Pedro Montiel
Jose Moreiras
Andres Morfin
James Munilla
Michael Murgado
Stefano Natali
Andres Novoa
Jose Novoa
Alejandro Nunez
Julian Ochoa
Julian Ochoa
David Olazabal
Alexander Olesen
Christian Olsen
Rey Orellana
Juan Ouvina
Carlos Padron
Philip Paek
Vincent Palermo
Christopher Palomo
Bruno Panzarini
Devin Parra
Michael Pascual
Willie Payne
Marco Peraza
Alejandro Perez
Alexander Perez
Anthony Perez-Florido
Eduardo Perez-Heydrich
Christopher Perez-Tirse
Richard Pizarro
Nicolas Platt
Daniel Frida
Eric Ramon
Joseph Ramos
Fabio Raucci
Alan Rich
Darius Ricks
Jorge Riera
Jorge Rios
Ariel Rivero
Tyler Riveron
Harris Roberts
Joseph Rodriguez
Michael Rodriguez
Jonathan Rojas
Francisco Romero
Derek Saffe
Borja Sagarduy
Diego Saldana-Rojas
Edgar Sanchez
Mario Santiago
Joseph Santos
Nicholas Santurio
Ernesto Sanz
Sergio Segrera
Eduardo Senior
Armando Senra
Devon Silverang
Sebastian Silverio
Edward Srnit
Daniel Solaun
Anthony Sosa
Alexander Sotto
Maxie Staines
T y ler Stanish
Gregory Stula
Favyan Torres
Jorge T rilles
Benjamin Tyler
Raymond Valdes-Denis
Daniel Valenzuela
Alec Vallabriga
Carlos Vara
Alexander Vazquez
Rolando Vazquez
Alexander Vega
Marlon Velez
Augusto Venegas
Sebastian Vidal
Benjamin Villacres
Kieron Williams
Stephen Zambrano
Giuseppe Zuozo
Below : Alexander Vega eats his breakfast in the school cafeteria. Last year the cafeteria served several breakfast items such as pastelitos and pancakes every day.
Above: Tyler Riveron takes out books from his locker in between classes Freshmen had to adjust to the increased workload of their highschool classes.
David Abadin
Franco Abaroa
Javier Abascal
Antonio Acosta
Octavio Aguilar
Nicholas Aguirre
Bryan Almeida
Daniel Alvarez
Juan Alvarez
Nicolas Alvarez
John Amy
Christopher Arana
Andres Argiz
Christopher Arguello
Michael Argyris
Jose Avila
Giovanni Ayala
Joseph Barbosa
Roberto Baroniel
Stephen Barrial
Justin Begelman
Edmond Benedetti
Francisco Benitez-Cofino
Patrick Berry
Nikhail Bharwani
Hector Biaggi
Michael Blanco
Daniel Boix
Maurice Boschetti
Nicholas Botero
Rene Brillembourg
Julian Bruna
Alejandro Cabarrocas
Andres Cacicedo
Daniel Cannata
Alejandro Cardenal
Ramon Castella
Michael Castillo
Marco Castro
Nicholas Cepero
Andre Chammas
Christian Charria
Julian Chavarry
Curt Chavoustie
Zhen Chen
Eiji Chikuji
Victor Chinchilla
Edward Concepcion
Carlos Coro
Alejandro Correa
Alexander Cosio
Raul Cubina
Jose Davila
Carlos De Cardenas
Kevin De Jesus
Raul De La Heria
Hector De La Nuez
Edward De La Osa
Alejandro De Lemos
Stefan De Solo
Victor De Zarraga
Fausto Diaz
Carlos Diaz-Padron
By Carlos Diaz
Sebastian Duque
Michael Egbebike
Alexander Errazquin
Alexandre Felix
Al<y Fernandez
Edward Fernandez
Frank Fernandez
Javier Fernandez
Jorge Ferrer
Manuel Ferro
Roderic Figueroa
Andrew Fisher
Enrique Flamini
Carlos Flores
Gianni Franceschi
Mattias Galliano
Carlos Garcia
Carlos Garcia
Javier Garcia
Manuel Garcia
Richard Garcia
Ryan Garcia
Victor Garcia
Andres Garcia-Velez
Calixto Garcia-Velez
Alexander Gimenez
Jorge Ginory-Perez
Jonathan Goday
Jonathan Gomez
Adrian Gonzalez
Andres Gonzalez
Christian Gonzalez
Nicholas Gonzalez
Christopher Granja
Richard Greenberg
John Guzzo
Christopher Hermida
Jorge Hernandez
Loren Hoxsie
Kevin Ibarra
Julio Lascano
Fernando Lauria
Christopher Leyva
James Lima
Joseph Lindsay
Jus tin Llano
Juan Llansa
Jose Llorens
Jordan Laminae
Daniel Lopez
Joseph Lopez
Joshua Lopez
Roberto Lopez-Molina
Gabriel Loret De Mola
Jose Lorida
Albert Lucas
Antonio Malouf
Daniel Manzanares
Paul Martin
Xabier Martinez-Cid
Miguel Maseda
Justin Masters
Ryan Matheu
Andrew Maury
Anthony Mencio
Gonzalo Mengotti
Nicholas Menocal
Daniel Mion
Gabriel Mion
Michael Montes
Gabriel Montiel
Eric Moussa
Andre Naranjo
Nicolas Navarrete
Ricardo Nunez
Frank Oliva
Nicolas Olvera
Carlos Omana
Javier Ortiz
Patrick O ' brien
John 0 ' sullivan
Omar Padron
Christian Palomo
Esteban Parada
Alberto Paradela
Javier Pardo
Esteban Pareja
Albert Parra
Ryan Parra
Kunal Patel
Alejandro Paz
Mario Pelegri
Michael Penabad
Anthony Perez
Bryan Perez
Jose Perrone
Luis Phillips
Horacia Pigurina
Alexander Pina
Steven Pita
Sheehan Planas-Arteaga
Eric Platt
John Portuondo
Julian Prieto
Guillermo Ouirch
Antonio Rabassa
Eduardo Ragolta
Miguel Ramallo
Demetri Ramdial
Erick Ramirez
Dominic Rego
Julian Rey
Daniel Rincon
Julian Rivas-Firpi
Eduardo Rodriguez
Javier Pablo Rodriguez-Cepero
Nicolas Roque
Javier Roque-Velasco
Nicholas Ruiz
Daniel Saint-Pierre
Max Salvador
Gabriel Sanchez
Maximilian Sanchez
Sebastian Sanchez
Adrian Sanchez-Roig
Salvador Sanchis
Daniel Sanjur
Benjamin Sardinas
Paul Sarduy
Ernesto Scerpella
Hans Schmidt
Gilbert Serein
Manuel Sicre
Christopher Silva
Jose Smith
Mario Solares
Fernando Solorzano
Daniel St. Louis
Leonardo Staines
Fayez T anous
Rene Tato
George Tavares
Nicolas Tomasino
Miguel Tost
Christopher Trujillo
Rafael T ua-Caraccia
Antonio Ucar
Pablo Valencia
Stephen Valido
Brandon Vargas
Andres Vazquez
Victor Velazquez
Armando Vernet
Alan Vurgait
Alexander W eschler
Nicolas White
Michael Wilson
Carlos Yeguez
Christopher Yoda
Marcos Zayas
Left: Eighth graders Daniel Cannata and Andres Gonzalez finish some last minute studying before going into history class. Last minute studying was a daily habit for most students.
Left: Eighth graders Andre Norango, Jonathan Godoy, and Nick Gonzalez sit in the central patio after lunch. The central patio was a popular place to hangout until the bell rung.
Right: Eighth grader Alex Pina devours a hot dog during lunch. Pina played center in the junior high football team.
Right: Eighth grader Carlos Florez makes his point in class. The eighth grade class, being the middle school seniors, always took the opportunity to voice their opinions.
Daniel Admire
Jorge Alvarez
Mitchell Alvarez
William Alvarez
Roberto Anton
Eduardo Arazoza
Alejandro Arenas
Nikolas Arenas
Luis Arguelles
Gabriel Arias
Daniel Arimon
Peter Ariz
Juan Avila
Julio Ayala
Anthony Baldaccini
Stefano Balli
David Barquin
Jon-Michael Barquin
Gerard Beauchamp
Michael Betancourt
Matthew Bill
John Billoch
Henry Brimo
John Butchko
Javier Cabarrocas
Jonathan Calles
Richard Cambo
Alejandro Carr
Francisco Castro
Gianfranco Ciriaci
Elliot Clemente
Juan Cobian
Devin Cordero
Mario Coro
Eduardo Cosio
Leonardo Costa
Daniel Cotte
Hunter Cowley
Frank Crawley
Louis Curbelo
Alvaro De Castro
Alexander De Goti
Keith De Jesus
Gilberta Delgado
Nicolas Delgado
Christopher Diaz
David Diaz-Fernandez
Daniel Dockerty
Matias Dorta
Ricardo Dos Santos
Alexander Durant
Chudi Egbebike
Jonas Egusquiza
Carlos Enriquez
Matthew Espinosa
Gabriel Falero
Anthony Fernandez
Jordan Fernandez
Livio Fernandez
Ricardo Fernandez
Alejandro Fernandez Siman
Luis Fernandez-Rocha
Ricardo Fonseca
Antonio Forte
Peter Fox
Eric Franca
Daniel Fuenmayor
Michael Fuentes
Camilo Gamboa
Rafael Garcia-Delprado
Fabriccio Garzon
Christian Gil
Adam Gimbel
Christian Gomez
lain Gomez
Esteban Gomez-Rivera
Daniel Gonzalez
Jose Gonzalez
Joseph Gonzalez
Ryan Gonzalez Ryan Guerra
Francisco Hernandez
Guillermo Herrera
Juan-Carlos Hervis
Dominick Hidalgo
Alejandro Huamani
Oliver H y ne
Michael Igles ia
Adam Incera
Joseph Isenberg
Daniel Jaramillo
Alexander Jasman
Cristian Jimenez
Gabriel Jimenez
Salvador Juncadella
Eduardo Justo
Emerson King
Alan Largaespada
Alejandro Lavandero
Julian Legido
Richard Lemus
Manuel Leon
Aureli o Leyva
Frank Leyva
Jordan Llano
Michael Lopez
Ivan Lopez-Bosch
Amadeo Lopez-Castro
Kevin Lowenhaupt
Alejandro Machado
Alec Macias
Gianni Mantovani
Christian Marrero
Branden Martinez
Djan Martinez
Jeremy Martinez
Fernando Martinez-Ouibus
Julian Mazaira
Gabriel Mesa
Nestor Montoya
Edward Mora
Nicolas Moreiras
Juan Morfin
Pedro Morfin
Matthew Moro
Adrian Moya
By Arnulfo Izquierdo
George Mulet
Nicholas Munarriz
Julian Munilla
Joshua Munoz
Augusto Naccarato
Rene Negron
Alexander Novo
Nicolas Novoa
Emmanuel N oya
Javier Obregon
Lucas Ochoa
Carlos Parra
David Paula
Nicholas Pena
Christian Perea
Alberto Perez
Carlos Perez
Carlos Perez
Christian Perez
Kevin Perez
Andres Perez-Monzon
Ruben Perez-Sanchez
Gabriel Pertierra
John Pessoa
Alejandro Pis-Dudot
Anthony Placeres
Gerardo Portela
Kevin Portillo
Carlos Prio
Daniel Ramon
Peter Ramon
Gabriel Ramos
Luis Restrepo
Andres Rico-Perez
Jacob Riesgo
Francisco Rigueiro
Andres Rivas
Andre Rodriguez
Daniel Rodriguez
Jesse Rodriguez
Joey Rodriguez
John-Paul Rodriguez
Luis Rodriguez
Michael Rodriguez
Ricardo Rodriguez
James Roen
Daniel Rojo
John Romanach
Luciano Romero
Michael Romero
Ignacio Ruberte
Andres Ruiz
Daniel Ruiz
Eduardo Ruiz
Angel Saavedra
Andres Sacasa
Jorge Salazar
Brandon San Juan
Andres Sanchez
By Arnulfo Izquierdo
Left: Seventh grader Aurelio Leyva catches up on some reading outside during homeroom. This was the only way that Leyva could get some peace and quiet.
Samuel Wallace-Perdomo
Robert Weller
Gabriel Sanchez
Lucas Sanchez
Thorvald Sanchez
Thorvald Sanchez
Gregory Santos
Michael Schnabel
Matthew Sierra
Krischan Singh
Robert Sixto
Juan Socarraz
Ernesto Sosa
Sergio Sroka
Nicholas Stula
Javier Tato
Francisco Torres De Navarra
Alejandro Trujillo
Joseph T rutie
Michael Ugarte
Kevin Valiente
Thomas Valls-Ed wards
Andres Valverde
Daniel Valverde
Nicholas Vazquez
Gustavo Vega
Jose Vega
Pablo Velasquez
Jose Velis
Francisco Verdecia
Right: Seventh graders in Ms. Haibi's eighth period class await the final bell signaling the end of the school day. Seventh grade Spanish included a wide array of grammar and literature.
Michael Verdeja Kevin Viera
Alain Acha
Michael Aguad
Juan Aguila
Christopher Alberro
George Alfaro
Alejandro Alvarez
Javier Alvarez
Diego Anell
Franco Araujo
Nicolas Araujo
Brandon Arciero
Alfredo Arguelles
Fernando Arguello
Myles Bachrach
Julian Ballestas
Evan Banciella
Nicolas Barbieri
Nicolas Becerra
Jacob Begelman
Juan Bermeo
Corey Blanco
Phillip Bowers
Nicolas Briscoe
Matthew Brown
Mateo Buraglia
Brandon Burbano
Andres Busse
Oscar Cabanas
David Capetillo
Franz-Joseph Castillo
Nicolas Castillo
Nicholas Chikuji
Dominic Chinigo
Salvador Cisneros
Nicolas Columbie-Oro
Giovanni Companioni
Herzen Cortes
Robert Cosio
Eric Couto
Christopher Cruz
Kevin Cruz
Giancarlo Cueto
Eric De Cardenas
Roberto De Leon
Manuel De Ovin-Berenguer
Luis Del Cueto
Matthew Diaz
Alexander Diblasi
Carlos Espina
Gabriel Farias
Carlos Fernandez
Michael Fernandez
N ikolas Fernandez
Rene Fernandez
Ricardo Fernandez
Lucas Fernandez-Rocha
Andres Garcia
Nicholas Garcia
Erik Garrigo
Jorge Gaston
Daniel Gavidia
Daniel Gomez
Alexander Gonzalez
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Sixth grader Jorge Orta checks out a book at the library. The library was a good source for students and was available for them everyday.
Christopher Marrero
Matthew Marrero
Javier Martinez
Sixth grade English teacher Mrs. Ana Maria Menocal helps a student during class. Sixth graders in Mrs. Menocal's English class learned writing skills throughout the year.
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Javier Martinez
Mario Martinez
Ricardo Martinez
Sebastian Martinez
Anton Martinez-Cid
Ricardo Martinez-Cid
Nicolas Maurin
Rafael Melendez
Enrique Menendez
Michael Mestre
Diego Mion
Jesus Modino-Diaz
Christopher Morales
Justin Morales
Robert Morgado
Ryan Murphy
John-Carlo Nanfro
Alberto Naya
Javier Nin
Jorge Orbay
Jorge Orta
Hector Ortiz
Carnilo Padron
Christian Padron
Kevin Pavon
Cristian Paz
Victor Perez-Abreu
Juan Pigurina
Alexander Pinera
Daniel Pino
Daniel Poo
Felipe Prellezo
Jose Prieto
Patrick Puig-Corve
Guillermo Pujals
Alfredo Ramirez
Francisco Rios
Adrian Rivas
Marco Rivero
Austin Riverson
Dylan Rives
Jose Roca
Andres Rodriguez
Ethan Rodriguez
George Rodriguez
Giovanni Rodriguez
Steven Rodriguez
Diego Rojo
Alejandro Romero
Diego Rosette
Devon Roura
Cornelis Rowaan
Anthony Rueda
Michael Saenz
Vikram Sairam
Victor Saladin
Nicholas Sanchez
Alejandro Senior
Anthony Sierra
Jose Silva
William Singer
Andres Smith
Francisco Smith
Christian Suarez
Fernando T avara
Christian Tello
Jorge Trelles-Cabarrocas
Steven Tyler
Jorge Valdes
Nicolas Valdes
Sixth grader Austin Riveron eats the famous chicken noodle soup with an orange soda on the side. That was Riveron's favorite meal throughout the year.
Sixth grader Nicholas Valdes reaches for hot chinese noodles from the table Valdes refused to wait the long line for the chicken patties.
Sixth grader Andrew Williams eats his feast in peace and quiet. Lunch was the most relaxing period for Williams as well as for most sixth graders.
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Anthony Yabor
Alexander Vazquez
Vincent Vazquez
Steven Vega
Julian Vidal
Francisco Villafane
Gabriel Von Der Osten
Sebastian Wermuth
Sixth grader Diego Rojo opens up his locker during school. Rojo waited too long in the begining of the year to claim his locker and received a streching giant
puts away his agenda while grabbing another book for his next class.
was unhappy with the fact that every time he had to go to his locker, he had to bend down to get his books.
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Alejandro Romero shows his neat locker.
"I use my locker because I don't like to carry my books around. I keep it organized so it's easier to find my books and not waste time, " said Romero.
Sixth grader Felipe Prellezo
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Sixth grader Steven Rodriguez opens his locker to put away his journal from Mrs. Menocal's class.
"I don't keep anything in my locker because I don't like to go to there. I'd rather carry my books," said Rodriguez
Left: A group of sixth graders play cards during lunch. Playing cards was one of the most popular forms of entertainment that the sixth graders had after finishing their lunch early.
Right: Sixth graders play a game of paper football during their free time before school. This was a quick game to set up and also easy to play.
Right: Sixth grader Jose A. Prieto reads during lunch in the library. Prieto spent a good amount of his time studying and reading to enhance his spanish average.
Grace Acosta Assistant Principal
Dr. Armando Rodriguez Assistant Principal
Father Marcelino Garcia S.J. President and Principal
Beatriz Jimenez Assistant Principal
Carol Vila Director of Technology
Jose E. Roca Assistant Principal
Dr. Brian Wentzel Assistant Principal
Grace Acosta
Vivian Acosta
Francisca Aguilar
Anthony Alexander
Maria D Alonso
Maria I. Alonso
Pedro Aiion
Annette Anton
Angel Aparicio
Victor Arrieta
Lourdes Arteaga
Diego Ayala
Eric Ballesteros
Carlos Barquin
Chris Besil
Andres Blanco
Roberto Borbolla
Antonio Botella
Carlos Bravo
George Busse
Carola Calderin
Johnny Calderin
Miriam Cambo-Martinez
Teresita Campos
Maria Elena Cartaya
Sr. Maria Cartaya
Fr. Pedro Cartaya S.J.
Josefina Chirino
Charles Cleveland
Patrick Collins
Sujayla Collins
Fr. Serafin Coste S.J.
Maria Cou
Miguel Couto
Gustavo De La Cruz
Thomas De Quesada
Jose Del Dago
Eduardo Delgado
German Delgado
Luis Deschapelles
Ernesto Diaz
Julio Diaz
Adabel Diaz-Rivera
Fr. Juan M. Dorta Duque S.J.
Fernanda Downey
Matthew Downey
Luis Dulzaides
Maria Eireos
Lucila Espinosa
Alicia Farinas
Ana Fenton
Angie Fernandez
Ariel Fernandez
Rafael Fernandez
Guillermo Fernandez-Toledo
Ignacio Font
Eduardo Fraga
Amalia Fuentes
Maria Gandarillas
Gerardo Garcia
Fr. Nelson Garcia S.J.
Graciela Garcia-Chang
Fr. Guillermo Garcia-Tuiion S.J.
Edward Garland
Ernesto Gaviria
Julio Gaviria
Erma Giron
Ernigdio Gonzalez
Sergio Gonzalez
Dora Haibi
Roberto Heredia
Andres Hernandez
David Hernandez
Edelmiro Hernandez
Marina Hernandez
Pedro Hernandez
Sylvia Hernandez
Fr. Victor Hernandez S.J.
Charmaine Icaza
Jennifer Iglesias
Yolanda Inguanzo
Paula Inigo
Anna Jara
Clara Kline
Shyara Lara
Rafael Ledesma
Gisela Leon
Susan Lopez-Vellon
Bryan Lorenzo
Roger Lund
Ana Manrara
Ruben Marrero
Jorge Martinez
Luis Martinez
Carlos Maza
Antonio Meilan
Ana Menocal
Orealys Miret
Ary Montalvo
Daniel Montesi
Elgy Morales
Maria Morera
Ariel Nunez
Fernando Nunez
Leopoldo Nunez
Fabio Ortega
Oscar Ortega
Ann Ortoleva
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Robert O'Malley
Jose Padilla
Mario Parra
Silvia Pena
Anthony Perez
Jimmy Perez
Fr. Francisco Perez-Lerena S.J.
Fr. Frank Permuy S.J.
Lisa Peterson
Frank Pichardo
Gerardo Portela
Cristina Ramirez
Olga Ramon
Lazaro Reinoso
Maria Reyes-Garcia
Javier Riera
Ivan Roa
Ofelia Rodriguez
Rodolfo Rodriguez
Brenda Ross
Rafael Ross Br Christian Saenz S.J
Ivan Santa Cruz Fr. Jorg e Sardina S.J.
Ignacio Scull
Reniel Segarra
Mercedes Sendros-Iglesias
Richard Signore
Marisol Sosa
Richard Stuart
Adriana Suarez
Camila Suarez
Juana Suarez
Rolando Sucena
Odelmar T apanes
Pablo T aquechel
Marlene Urbay
Gustavo Valdes
Isabel Valdes
Marisol Varona
Juan Vazquez
Lourdes Vega
Samuel Vega
Migdania Vega-Moya
Augusto Venegas
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Marta Vidal
Carmen Villafane
Leo Williams
Tam orris W oaten
Alexis Zequeira
Eugene Zoller
Rafael Romero
Marcos Perez E->usiness
Daniel Urgelles
Rafael Yaniz Science
Giorgio Garrido
rthese new programs which allowed them to create larger and more complex programs than ever before.
The Computer Science Department hopes to continue if s success by keeping up with modern technology and taking the students one step ahead.
Computer Science programming languages 7 is one department that the department began took a step forward presenting new this past year7 focusing techniques and programs on a greater number of to the curriculum. programming languages. The students Languages used include became familiarized with Visual Basic and Java 7 depending on which level of the class the student took. UI have taken this class two years in a row7 and I feel that it is constantly improving. This year we have covered much more material 7 and we have been able to get a lot more done 7 77 said Junior Nicholas Volsky. In addition to the increased number of
Computer science teacher Mr. Ivan Santa Cruz helps out Senior Enrique Jauregui during class. Computer Science was a challenging course for many students
Director ofTechnology Mrs Carol Vila works on scheduling conflicts. Ms. Vila led the Tech Team and always made sure the school was well equipped with the latest technology
Junior Eric Guitian and Senior Jose Capote work together on a computer program assigned by their teacher. Taking this elective gave them the tools needed to keep up with technology.
Tech team beware The English department is using technology! One of the English department's main goals last year was to search for a program that would enable teachers to use technological advanced resources to help students improve their writing skills .
For the first time 7 the English department tried many programs such as Criterion and T urnitin com. According to the English teachers that used the program 7 Criterion was good 7 but it could not catch all the grammatical errors 11 !£ we could find a program that captured these errors we would be better off and students could concentrate more on the context of the writing/7 explained English Department Chairperson
Mr. Anthony Alexander. In Criterion7 students were required to write essays in time intervals of 30 minutes. The program searched for grammatical errors 7 run-on sentences and improper language usage. 11 Criterion is a difficult program but I know it will help my writing in the end/7 explained Junior Nicholas Martinez.
In Turnitin.com students sent their work to the website where the program searched for plagiarism of any kind. The program was so accurate that it was used by many colleges throughout the nation. All of this technology was used with the ultimate goal of helping the students become better writers.
English teacher Mrs. Maria Morera checks her student's papers at the end of class. Mrs. Morera was a new member of the Wolverine staff
English teacher Mr Carlos Maza talks to his freshman class about the usage of grammar. Mr. Maza taught English to freshman and seniors.
Sixth grade English teacher Mrs. Ana Maria Menocal explains the homework to sixth grader Gilberta Delgado Ms. Menocal was always there for students when they needed some extra help.
One of the most unique aspects of our school was the fact that we do not have just one counseling department, we have two. We have counselors to handle grades, college applications and emotional problems, and then we have the counselors for the soul. The spiritual counselors to be exact
The counseling department led by Mrs Charmaine Icaza includes over fifteen counselors to help with school related things , such as help with raising your grade point average and learning study habits.
The spiritual counselors were always there to help students get through any problems they may have, such as problems with friends or family
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The sixth and seventh grade had Father Jorge Sardina, the eighth grade had Father Victor Hernandez, the ninth and tenth grade had Father Nelson Garcia, the tenth grade had Father Pedro Cartaya and the juniors and seniors had Father Willie Garcia T ufion.
"It is important to keep a balance between school life and spiritual life," said Sophomore Andres Rodriguez.
Having a spiritual guidance department was very important to all students because they were always there to listen. "I think it's important because it helps Belen fulfill its mission of facilitating for young men an experience of God," said Father Garcia T ufion.
Eighth grader Justin Llano listens carefully to Father Victor Hernandez SJ. Father Victor was the eighth grade spiritual counselor and he will be dearly missed by all.
Father Jorge Sardina reviews a student's grades Father Sardina had been a spiritual counselor in Belen for 30 years.
Father Nelson Garcia SJ prepares his daily schedule to meet and talk to students. Father Nelson was the ninth grade spiritual counselor.
On a cool November afternoon in the school gym, the blue and gold got the shock of their lives. There was a brand new dazzling marching band with a drum corp to die for.
Better than any student could imagine, the beat of those drums pounded to the rhythm of "We Will Rock You" by Queen. The band was originally the brain child of Humanities Chairperson Mr. Leopoldo Nunez and the school's music director Ms Marlene Urbay.
"I think it is great that the school has a band program, it's been a long time coming," said English Department Chairperson and music appreciation moderator Mr Anthony Alexander. About a year ago , auditions were held to determine who
would join the band. Believe it or not, the band started with about 15 kids. By the end of the year there were about 50 kids and still counting
The band played at pep rallies, basketball games and special concerts throughout the year. They also played in the Christmas concert which was a huge success.
Learning new music and working together was a priority for the band. Without teamwork in the band it just wouldn't be right Although the band sounded fantastic, they were not yet ready to compete Their future plans include performing the football and basketball half-time shows as well as entering band competitions.
Students rehearse for their upcoming performance during class The band also practiced after school almost everyday to finetune their performances
Mr. Ignacio Font checks over his students ' art projects. Mr Font taught Studio Art to high school stUdents
Junior Matthew Jordan gives his presentation in Brother Gerardo Garcia's Art History class. Brother Gerry's class w as known for the number of powerpoint presentations by students.
Ms. Adriana Suarez teaches her freshman Shazaam! Mr Edward Garland class about the fundamentals of Algebra performs a card trick as part of his Math during freshmen year was one lesson Mr. Garland's math lessons of the most important in high school. were always exciting and interesting.
jBuenisimo! One word that can be used to describe last year's Modern Language department The department was led by Assistant Principal for the Middle School Mrs. Beatriz Jimenez.
The Modern Language department kicked off the year with a brand new language added to the electives roster. Portuguese was offered to the sophomores , juniors and seniors looking to learn a new language
The reason Portuguese was chosen was 11 because Brazil is a very important and rising country in South America whose economy and culture affect us in multiple ways ,"
said Mrs. Jimenez. Students jumped at the opportunity and rather quickly, the Portuguese classes were filled.
The two classes were taught by master of languages Mrs. Maria Alonso. 11 lt is very rewarding to watch our students learn other languages and discover other cultures/' said Mrs. Alonso. Students fell in love with the class immediately.
The already improved department was looking better and better with hopes to extend the Portuguese program in the future. It was so successful that everyone was anticipated a Portuguese 2 class for the following year.
Tudo Born!
Mod ern language teacher Ms. Maria Alonso teache s her Portuguese class the basics of sp eech Portuguese was a new elective for high school students
Sophomores Christopher Ramirez and Marco Mignone work their table at the Modern Language Fair. The fair alw ay s offered tasty treats from different countries
A group of students put on a playduringthe Modern Language Fair. The play included full costume , props and ev en a scripts.
How do you get kids to perform better in physical education? Just build them a brand new locker room! Belen's locker room prior to last year was completely outdated. The lockers themselves were old and worn down and there were few images displaying school pride. You could have been in the locker room of any other school and not known it.
When the Wolverines walked in last year to find a brand new locker room, their hearts overflowed with joy. The big problem with the lockers that had plagued Wolverine athletes for years
was the size: they were just too small.
With the new spacious lockers every athlete was happy. They also installed a television so that the football players could watch game film. After the installation of the T.V., they posted numerous inspirational posters.
After all was finished, the locker room lacked one major factor: the Belen emblem. Shining in its glory, the massive wolverine painted on the floor was the icing on the cake to what was a better locker room.
Freshman Sebastian Vidal attempts to shoot the ball past Frank Lopez The pool was the favorite part of the kids physical education class.
A group of seventh graders get ready for class after a tough workout in P E. Last yea r 's group of seventh graders en joye d the new spacious lockers
Coach Richard Stuart's physical education class meets profesional tennis player James Blake. Coach Stuart took his physical education students to the International Tennis Classic a once in a life time opportunity
Better than any other science wing in Dade County, our own 'S' section sports the most technological advanced equipment. "You cannot compare our facilities to those of other high schools" said science department Chairperson Dr. Pedro Hernandez. Research has shown that we are the only school in Miami with an observatory and a full time meteorologist. No other school in
Miami has the types of facilities we do. When asked to compare the facilities and equipment of our school to all other high schools in south Florida Dr. Hernandez simply said "We are the best."
Most importantly, the technology has been incorporated into the curriculum allowing teachers to show their students the laws of science through hands on expenence.
Labratory coordinator Mr Jose Padilla and Ms Shyara Lara prepare a Christmas demonstrion for the sixth grade. Padilla w orked on labs for all grades and class es.
Juniors Roberto Aran and William Gomez participate in a Chemistry lab experiment "This class has allowed me to learn through presentations and labs, " remarked Gomez.
Ninth grader Andrew Arsay releases his parachuteasclassmateJavierArajowatches The parachute projectis assigned every year by science teacher Mr. Rolando Sucena.
'Above and beyond the books' should be the motto of the Social Studies Department. last yea r the department invited a number of speakers to the school including United States Representative Ileana Ros-lehtinen. They also went on several field trips which provi ded the students wi th a great deal of hands on knowledge. last year, a number of students had the honor of visiting the USS GRIDLEY during its commissioning. Teachers and students toured the ship and met its new captain, Commander Shinego
The Social Studies Department took part in Close Up, which allowed student to vis it W asington D. C. and colleges in the area. The Close Up program started with Mr. Patrick Collins and one student in 1975 Many students loved the experience that Mr. Collins has firmly established in Belen.
The Honors American History class began a new tradition in which they wo uld travel to latin
American countries to enrich their studies. The new program began with the latin American History class's trip to Mexico. In Mexico, students received a more personal experience wi th the culture they had been studying.
The Social Studies Department also visited the University of Pennsylvania campus for the Model United Nations conference and continued the Patriot Program with their trip to Philidelphia. The Patriot Program was set up by Mr. Eugene Zoller for the middle school students to give them the ability to take a historic tour of the United States.
To finish off the year the Overseas Program wen t on their annual trip to Europe. They visited several countries including France, Germany, Switzerland and Italy. This program enab led high school students to experience first hand different cu ltures
Social Studies Chairperson Mr. Patrick Collins explains to the students the significance of their visit t o the USS GRIDLEY while aboard the ship. A select group of social studies students had the opportunity to visit the new ship which was commissioned in Miami.
U.S. History teacher Mr. Jorge Martinez shows a presentation of the legendary Davy Crockett. Mr. Martinez brought history to life by wearing a raccoon hat similar to the one Crockett wore
Latin American History teacher Mr. Thomas De Quesada holds a satellite conference with alumnus Luis Wulff, who is currently studying at the University of Central Florida. The students were fascinated by the long distance interview which provided them authentic feedback on the Venezuelan elections.
Last year 7 s retreats were some of the most successful retreats in Belen history. The students recalled one of the most powerful retreats they had ever attended. "Kids just really opened up this time I felt like we really accomplished something this year 7 77 said Retreat Leader Junior Matthew Hanlon. Retreats were held by the Peer Ministers for other students. They took place at Manresa retreat house) where students had the opportunity to open up and share their thoughts with counselors and other students
During the retreats 7 peer ministers spoke to students about the choices they made.
Many retreats were based on what the students were doing at that particular time. For example 7 the freshman retreat concentrated on the topic of parties and drinking. The students received a great deal of important information about the spiritual aspect of teen life.
The retreats were designed to make all the students get closer to God and build a stronger bond with each other. At Manresa retreat house 7 the religious leaders tried to emphasize the way to live following Christian life in communion with each other. ''Last year) s retreat had to be the best retreat I have ever been in1 77 said ninth grader Javier Ayo
Junior Peer Ministers Matthew Hanlon and Steven Echenique speak to a group of freshmen about the challenges of daily life. The peer ministers take advantage of retreats to share their personal experiences with the younger students
Theology teacher Mrs. Carmen Villafane explains the new material to Freshman Alexander Olesen. Theology classes were offered throughout middle and high school
Junior Jorge Rodriguez has a discussion with his peer ministry group about growing up in Belen. As juniors, the peer ministers had a great deal of responsibility in making sure the retreats ran smoothly
Editor-In-Chief Junior Matthew Cabrera and Organizations
Editor Junior Nelson Alemany review the Key Club spread Alemany worked with Junior Christopher Cruz on the section containing all the clubs
Academics Editor Junior Victor Saizarbitoria works on the proofs for his section Proofs were the yearbook staff's last opportunity to fix any mistakes.
Yearbook journalism class from left to right: Benjamin Hubert, Justin Gonzalez, Michael Roura, Sean Rencurell, Justin Grimal, Amulfo Izquierdo, Andre Garcia, Carlos Bolivar, Richard Costa, Andres Rovirosa, Carlos Diaz, Dylan Rico, Carlos Cancela, and David Barrera
Staff writer Sophomore Michael Roura makes changes on the Varsity Wresding spread Roura and classmates would take time learning the In-design program while working on the sports section.
Staff writer Junior Carlos Diaz practices working on a layout. Students learned the ropes of yearbooking for one year prior to being accepted into the editorial board.
Yearbook production class from left to right: Byron Soler, Juan Carlos Diaz-Padron, Nelson Alemany, Nicholas Mouriz, Giancarlo Arrazola, Matthew Cabrera, Joshua Llano, Nicholas Diaz , Victor Saizarbitoria , Nicholas Herrera, and Christopher Cruz.
Copy Editor Junior Michael Garrote reads through all of the stories in the Vincam's April edition. Garrote's job consisted of reading, correcting, and grading every story before it was layed down on the paper.
Staff writer Sophomore Julio Vijil works on his story for the upcoming issue. Vijil was one of the major contributors on the young staff.
Newspaper journalism class from left to right: Daniel Parra, Daniel Hildago, Julio Vijil, Kyle Aguilar, John Slater, Alejandro Fonseca, Julian Miranda, Emmanuel Gomez, Eric Zambrano, Victor Gandarillas, Daniel Ramos and Andres Rovira (not pictured Jorge Sanchez).
Sports Editor Conor McCarthy interviews Track and Field Coach Arthur Foster. McCarthy worked with Senior Richard Bandrich to produce last year's sports section
Junior Editor-in-Chief William Gomez helps staff writer Junior Daniel Ramos come up with a new lead. The production staff helped the 'rookies' with their stories.
Newspaper production staff from left to right: Richard Bandrich, Julio Menache, Richard Massa, Guillermo Fernandez, Conor McCarthy, Michael Garrote, Augustin De Goytisolo, and Javier Vijil (not pictured: William Gomez and Luis Rodriguez).
members display their story boards at the
English teacher and Literature Moderator Mr Carlos Maza carefully explains the requirements for the Halloween writing contest Through the contest, students were encouraged to write a fictitious horror story which could win an award.
ALPHA club
Disney MGM movie making program. The Walt Disney's educational Y.E.S. program allowed students to learn the basics of movie making.
A.L.P.H.A. President Senior Rafael Romero, Vice President Senior Ricardo Rodriguez, 1 Secretary Senior Daniel Parra and moderators Mrs. Dora Haibi and Mr Dan Montesi.
Amnesty International members Senior Jose Cabal, Juniors Nicolas Volsky Guillermo Echarte, and Alex Villar discuss the latest Urgent Action Appeal. Members saw the club as an opportunity to make a difference through the writing of the appeals
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Freshman Andrew Alvarado sponsors a working paper along with other representatives from around the nation. Model UN competed in the University of Pennsylvania last January.
Bottom Row: Advisor Mr. Thomas De Quesada, Luis Del Cueto, Rafael Yaniz, Agustin De Goytisolo , Rafael Romero, James Darmody, Marcello Delgado, and Paul Ingelmo. Second Row: Matthew Fernandez, Alberto Paradela, Jose CabalUgaz, James Robbins , Benjamin Hubert, Marcelo Agudo, Andrew Alvarado, and Daniel Leonard.
Bottom Row: James Robbins, Paul Pino, Rafael Romero , Alejandro Fonseca, Guillermo Echarte, Jose Cabal-Ugaz, and advisor Patrick Collins. Second Row: Reynaldo Mouriz, Thomas Prieto , Eugenio Suarez, Santiago Rubio, Peter Cruz-Gordillo , Christopher Garcia, and Jorge Gadala-Maria Third Row: Nicholas Volsky, Alejandro Ruiz, Danny lobo, Guillermo Fernandez, Daniel Rojas, Sebastian Orozco , Joshua Pereira, and Alexander Valverde Top Row: Alejandro Serrat, Alexander Valdes, Alexander Snyder, Jorgie Mendia , Juan Carlos Diaz-Padron, Enrique Fernandez-Bravo, Anthony Fleites, George Moreton, and Amado Nieto Jr.
Seniors Gabriel Henriquez and Daniel Arbucias get a clear glimpse of the solar flares through the newly acquired equipment. The club was able to see this amazing phenomena in the plain light of day.
Mr. Pedro Aii.on shows seventh grader Adrian Moya the different charts of the sky and how the weather patterns are constantly changing. B.A.S.E.S. kept up with weather patterns and other weather organizations across the nation
First Row: Advisor Pedro Aii.on, Emmanuel Marquez, Joshua Munoz, Jonathan Godoy, Nicholas Alvarez, Daniel Arbucias, Gabriel Henriquez, Luis Ares, and Advisor Father Pedro Cartaya SJ Second Row: Steven Rodriguez, Rafael Melendez, Marlon Velez, Luciano Laratelli, Nicholas Delgado, Andrew Mancia, and Jose Prieto Third Row: Andres Busse, Ricardo Fernandez, Jose Perez, Endward Concepcion, Gabriel Mesa, and Martin Medina. Top Row: Andres Rodriguez, Rene Gomez, Daniel Del Rio Perez, Luis Barreto, and Reynaldo Mouriz.
Eric Donado, Alexander Egusquiza, Tomas Robaina, Richard
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Daniel Barrera, Neil Vazquez, Julio Menache, Ben Tyler, and Marco
Second Row: Joey Gomez, Alvaro Orjuela, Jorge Gadala-Maria, Michael Menendez, Marco Gomez , Juan Mora , Juan Carlos Diaz Padron, Alberto Perez, Steven San Miguel, and Alex Patoriza. Third Row: Eric Todoroff, Brandon Fernandez, Lucas De Pieve, Andres Novoa, Jose Echegeray, Alexander Jaramillo, Michael Martinez, David Goldstein, Alejandro Lazzaro, and Mario Fonseca. Top Row: Nick Herrera, Carlos Diaz, Frankie Chamorro, Rafael Nodal, Roberto Machado, Gabriel Mendigutia, Michael Caballero, Diego Musuli, Gonzalo Gonzalez, Daniel Rodrigues , Manny Flor, and Christopher Palomo.
The forensic team admires artwork at the famous Millenium Park. The team was in Chicago to compete in the Glenbrook's Invitational in which the students performed at the highest level.
Senior Christopher Cannata connect the wires to the battery that powers the
A total of seven students worked on the final robot, under the supervision of Mr.
First Row: advisor Luis Dulzaides,
Smit, Thomas Brown,
Jordan,
Peraza.
First Row: Jaime Bourne, Victor Marmol, Ricardo De Lemos, Jose Cabal, Frankie Azcuy, and advisor Ivan Santa Cruz. Top Row: Alex Pastoriza, Johnny Pistorino, Victor Gandarillas, Alejandro Ruiz, Richie Greenberg, and Anthony Santos
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Ivan Santa Cruz.
Humanities chairperson Leo Nunez and Sophomore Nicholas Ley perform in the star studded school presentation of Th e Fantastiks. The play was presented in the first semester and was produced and directed by Mr Leo Williams and Mr. Richard Signore.
First Row: Advisor Mr Leo Williams, Matthew Sierra , Luis Rodriguez, Daniel Jaramillo , Lucas Sanchez, Frankie Olire, and Francisco Gonzalez Top Row: Ricardo Fernandez, Nikolas Fernandez, Eric Couto , Ethan Rodriguez, Carlos Fernandez, Da vid Paula, Juan Solarraz, Ricky Cambo, and Daniel Cotte
Seventh graders Gabriel Petierra and George Mulet perform Henry V H enry V was the opening skit of the first middl e school show case ever.
First Row: Jorge Cotte , Andres Novoa , Danny Leonard , Marlon Velez, Nikolas Balseiro , Alexander Valdes , Marcos Perez, and advisor Mr Leo Williams Top Row: Carlos Diaz, Victor Alonso , David Gutierrez, Christian Montiel, Roberto Smith, Nicholas Ley, and Daniel Rodriguez
Sophomores Steven San Miguel and David Iglesias perform to the crowd attending tombola. Music Appreciation practiced playing their instruments and learned to improvise as a group.
First Row: James Darmody, Thomas Perkins, Jorge Varona, and Mario Fonseca. Top Row: Advisor Mr. Anthony Alexander, Neil Vazquez, Paul Pino, and Steven San Miguel.
First Row: Fabriccio Garzon , William Singer, David Joseph Goldstein, Nicholas Alvarez , Steven San Miguel, and Alfonso Yec. Second Row: David Iglesias, Mario Fonseca, Jorge Varona , Thomas Perkins, James Perez-Sanchez, and advisor Mr. Rafael Ross Top Row: Nicolas Castillo , Andrew Williams , Enrique Menendez, and Alejandro Senior
Sophomores Alfonso Yec jams on his Les Paul guitar. Yec enjoyed listening to and playing the tunes of the popular heavy metal band, M etallica.
Sophomore Fernando Machado collects boxes of shirts to be sold at the carnival. Money collected wen t to the Kiwanis Club of Little Havana to help various charities.
VP Senior Alejandro Fonseca sells water to raise money in the Carnival on the Mile. "Fonseca was one of the best VP's this club has ever had," said faculty advisor Mr Ivan Santa-Cruz.
Sophomores Luis Barreto and Patrick Ingelmo participate in the Walk For Autism. The walk raised money for children with autism
Sophomore Devin Silverang tutors a student from Sweetwater Elementary. Key club members tutored elementary school students in reading and writing
President Senior Oscar Guerrero sets up the equipment in the Key Club office. Guerrero was awarded the Distinguished President Award at the Florida District Convention
Key Club Members: Diego Abaroa, Danny Acosta, Alfonso Aguila, Kyle Aguilar, Edwin Andres, Manuel Anton, Anthony Armas, Jose Arredondo, Juan Avellano Javier Ayo, Alex Azoy, Nil<olas Balseiro, David Barrera, Luis Barreto Tomislav Belfranin, Adam Bofill, Jimmy Bourne, Andres Brizuela, Tommy Brown, )ordi Busse, Nestor Bustamante, Erick Bustos, Jose Cabal, Gabriel Campo, Luis Canallero, Chris Cannata, Fernando Casco, Javier Castaneda, Nicholas Castellanos, Charlie Cavalaris, Daniel Cepero, Douglas Chacon, Alex Chediak, Jorge Cruz, Pieve Da, Agustin de Goytisolo, Jorge de la Hoz, Eric de Lara , Pa blo de la Vega, Javier Diaz, Eric Donado Ernest Duffoo Guillermo Echarte, Steven Echenique, Erick Echeverria, Eddie Escobar, Ricardo Escobar, juan Estremera, jason Fernandez, Matthew Fernandez, Nicholas Fernandez, Vicente Fernandez, Arirnon Ferran, Gregory Fontela, David Fraguio Eddy Franca, Victor Gandarillas, Raul Garcia, Armando Garcia, Carlos Garda-Velez, Giorgio Garrido, Luis Garriga, Michael Garrote, Patrick Goicouria, Andres Gomez, joey Gomez, Juan Gomez, Marco Gomez, Andrew Gonzalez, Dylan Gonzalez, juan Gonzalez, justin Gonzalez, Julio Gonzalez, Alexander Gonzalez-)acobo, Jorge Guarch, Eric Guitian, David Gutierrez, Dantes Gutierrez, Christopher Hernandez, Christian Hernandez, Benjamin Hubert, Daniel Iglesias Phillip Ingelmo, Patrick lngelmo, Paul lngelmo, Alexander Ja ramillo Ignacio Jirneno Diego )uncadella, Anthony Kanelidis, Roman Lavina, Alejandro Lazaro, Daniel Legido, Devin Leon, Michael Lobo, Danny Lobo, Francisco Malvar, Alexander Marina, Victor Marmo!, Cristobal Martinez, Michael Martinez, Cesar Martinez-Ouibus, Julio Menache, Armando Mendez, Jorge Mendia, Brandon Mesa, Daniel Monzon, j uan Mora, George Moreton, Ray Mouriz, Michael Murgado, Stefano Natali , Chris Navarro, David O la zabal, Oliver Olazabal, Christian Olsen, Victor Padilla, Carlos Padron, Christopher Palomo , Laurindo Pardo, Devin Parra, Daniel Parra, Michael Pascual, Alex Pastoriza, Michael Paula, joshua Pere ira, Daniel Perez, Jose Perez, Fabrizio Perez, Jorge Perez, Marcos Perez Anthony Perez-Florida, Christopher Perez-Tirse, Thomas Prieto, Anthony Quintero, Chris Ramirez, Steven Rico, Jorge Rios, Jose Rivero, Tyler Riveron, Harris Roberts, Giovanni Rodriguez, Borja Sagarduy, Max Sanchez, Ernie Sanz, Devon Silverang, Andres Simauchi, Luis Simauchi, Edward Smit, Richard Srnit, Javier Sosa, Ignacio Soto, Juan Sotolongo, Alex Sotto, Ruben Torres , Gabriel Trujillo, Julian Ucha, Daniel Urgelles, Daniel Valenzuela, Omar Valenzuela, Rolando Vazquez, Marlon Velez, Augusto Venagas, Alex Ventura, Julio Vijil, Rudy Villanueva, Alexander Villar, Nicholas Volsky, Rafael Yaniz with moderators Mr. Ivan Santa-Cruz and Mr. Ralph Ledesma.
Junior David Gutierrez cleans up the playground at Francis Xavier. Key Club members constructed and maintained the kids ' playground
Seniors: Diego Abaroa, Steven Agras, Frank Azcuy, Felipe Baez, Michael H. Cruz, Nicholas de la Fuente, Frank Estevez, David Fraguio, Francisco Guia, Felipe Jaramillo, Enrique Jauregui, Carlos Jordan, Adrian Lorenzo, Conor McCarthy, Julio Menache, Reinaldo Mouriz, Daniel Oporto, Daniel Perez, Jorgie Perez, Vincent Riesgo, Javier Rodriguez, Daniel Silva, Luis Simauchi, John Smit, Daniel Uguarte, Pablo Vinent, Guillermo Alvarez, Alejandro de Zayas, Ricardo Escobar, Marcus GarridoBalanzategui, Daniel Gonzalez, Dantes Gutierrez, Asis Lopez, Nicholas Madariaga, Reynaldo Mastrapa, Daniel Mendez, Ivan Rodriguez. Juniors: Anthony Armas, Christopher de Goti , Alexander Gonzalez-Jacobo, Christopher Henry, Andres Marmo!, Bryan Pardo, Mario Roque de Escobar, Richard Sanz, Carlos Srnit, Rodolfo Villanueva, Jose Benito , Jorge de Ona, Carlos Diaz.
Javier Abascal, Juan Alvarez, Edmond Benedetti Hector Biaggi Julian Bruno Daniel Cannata, Marco Castro, Javier Fernandez, Enrique Flamini, Mattias Galliano , Alexander Gimenez, Jonathan Godoy, Adrian Gonzalez, Joseph Lindsay, Joseph Lopez, Albert Lucas, Antonio Malouf, Paul Martin, Miquel Maseda, Justin Masters, Gianfranco Matute, Anthony Mencio, Nicholas Menocal, Daniel Mion, Gabriel Mion, Frank Oliva, Javier Ortiz Alejandro Paz Anthony Perez, Steven Pita, John Portoundo, Julian Prieto, Eduardo Ragolta Erick Ramirez Julian Rey, Pablo Rodriguez-Cepero , Maximillian Sanchez, Adrian Sanchez-Roig, Christopher Silva, Mario Solares, Fayez Tanous, Rene Tato, Miguel Tost, Rafael Tua-Caraccia, Stephen Valida, Carlos de Cadenas, Stefan Solo, Javier Ayo, Nicholas Fernandez, Michael Finale, Alexander Perez, Nicholas Alvarez, Gabriel Campo Daniel Cepero, Max Echarte, Vicente Fernandez, Andrew Gonzalez, Peter Jimenez, James Lopez, Alejandro Perez, Ernesto Sanz, Alexander Fischer, Nicholas Gonzalez, Pablo Alvarez , Ernest Duffoo, Alexander Olesen, Jonathan Rojas, Daniel Valenzuela Valentin Arenas Charles Cavalaris, Diego Costa, Andres Gaviria Michael Pascual, Rolando Vazquez, Matthew Fernandez, Daniel Leonard, David Angarita, Brett Hernandez, Reynaldo Orellana, Tyler Riveron, Jorge Trilles, Jonathan Ambut, Felix Castillo, Ricardo Cuevas, Andres Gomez, Juan Gonzalez, Joaquin Jimenez, Alexander Marina Arturo Martinez, Daniel Mastrovito, Andres Novoa Marco Peraza, Sergio Segrera, Devon Silverang.
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Juniors: Javier Arenas ; Alexander Bandin, Douglas Chacon, Alexander Egusquiza, Eduardo Escobar, Jorge Gadala- Maria, Victor Gandarillas, Marco Gomez, William Gomez, William Gonzalez, Alexander Gonzalez- Jacobo, Alejandro Jerez, Oscar Londono, George Moreton, David Motola, Sebastian Orozco, Michael Paula, Anthony Paz, Joshua Pereira, Alejandro Ruiz, Albert Sueiras, Omar Valenzuela, Alex Villar, Jorge Zambrano
Seniors: Jose Arredondo, Jaime Bourne, Jose Cabal-Ugaz, Christopher Cannata, Peter Cruz-Gordillo, Ricardo De Lemos, Andres Philip Edwin, Giorgio Garrido, Luis Garrigo, Julio Gonzalez, Paul Ingelmo, Victor Marmol, Daniel Monzon, Marcos Perez, Paul Pino, Thomas Prieto, Kevin Rodriguez, Rafael Romero, Michael Sanchez, Ignacio Soto, Eugenio Suarez, Daniel Urgelles, and Rafael Yaniz
First Row: Adviser Luis Deschapelle, John Portuondo, Carlos Garcia, Jordi Busse , and Brandon Mesa. Second Row: Raul Garcia , Christian Palomo , Gabriel Alvarez, Carlos Garcia, and Michael Lobo.Third Row: Andrew Maury, Carlos Padron, Jorge Rios, Javier Del Riego, Andrew De Armas , and Nicolas Platt. Top Row: Christopher Hernandez, Carlos Fernandez, Gabriel Castillo, Christian Olsen, Fernando de Zayas , Richard Garcia, and Michael Castillo.
First row: Javier Vijil, Rafael Romero, Marcos Perez, Daniel Parra, Thomas Prieto, Armando Amin, Julio Gonazalez, Victor Marmol, and Jose Cabal-Ugaz Second Row: Richard Smit, Nicholas Volsky, Alemany, Adrian Zubillaga, Greg Fontela , Jose Arredondo , Daniel Urgelles , and Eric Dtsl.l;:;ado Third Row: Gabriel Mendez, Andres Diaz, Daniel Barrera, William Gonzalez, Sebastian Juncadella, William Gomez, Sebastian Orozco, Eduardo Alfonso, and Daniel Tow Row: Josh Espinosa, Orlando Garcia , Omar Valenzuela, Daniel Acosta , N mando Mendez, Jaime Bourne and Adviser Juan Vazquez.
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Sujayla Collins. Top Row: Rafael Yaniz, Julio Menache, Javier Vijil, and Matthew Cabrera.
Touche! Sixth graders lunge with their swords during fencing practice. Students practiced their fencing every other Monday in the Kholy Auditorium
A group of aspiring swordsmen gather to observe a fine display of technique in a mock duel. The students must always wear the proper protective gear to avoid severe injuries.
Fencing Club Roster: Advisers: Rafael Ross, Father Pedro Cartaya SJ and Brother Christian Saenz, President: David Busse, Vice President: Daniel Celaya, Secretary: Christopher Silva. Members: Manuel A de Ovin, Oliver Hine , Albert Naya, Devon M. Roura, Roberto L. Lopez-Molina, Steven Rodriguez, George Rodriguez, Dominic Chinigo, Nicolas Columbie-Oro, Mario E. Martinez, Nicholas Arguelles, Adam lncera, Matthew Diaz, Ignacio Ruberte, Brandon Arciero, Eric de Cardenas, Carlos de Cardenas, Nicola s Garcia, Robbie Sixto, Carlos Fernandez, Luciano Leratelli, Alex Gonzalez, Nicolas Hourin, Giovanni Rodriguez Jr Luis Delcueto Carlos P. Espina, Gio Rodriguez, AJ Rodriguez, Michael Fernandez, Patrick Puig-Corve, Herzen Cortes, Daniel Poo, Adrian Maya, Anthony Yabor, Daniel Pino, Jacob Begelman, David R. Busse, David Capetillo, Sebastian Martinez, Nicolas Araujo, Christian Padron, Nicolas Becerre, Niacolas A Fernandez Christian S. Gil Manny Gonzalez Fernando Arguello, Ethan Rod riguez, Diego Anell, Nicolas Castillo, Rafael E. Melendez, Frankie Gonzalez, Christopher Silva, Kenji Martinez, Anton Martinez-Cid, Andres Garcia, Joseph Isenbeg, Anthony Cierra, Dylan Rivas, Christian Paz, Danny Colaya, Alfredo A Ramirez, Daniel Fuenmayor, Christopher Morales, Alain Acha, Daniel Gavidia, Franz-Joseph Castillo, Kyle Hernandez, Alexander Vazquez, David Gonzalez, Andres Busse, Alfredo}. Ramirez, Gabriel Mesa.
Top Row: Chirstopher Arana, Jose Llorido, Adrian Gonzalez, Leonardo Stains, Rene T ato, Eric Moussa First Row: Advisor Teresita Campos, Eduardo Regolta, Nicholas Gonzalez, Robert Lopes-Molina, Victor Garcia, Esteban Parada
First Row: Eric Moussa, Max Sanchez, Demetri Ramdial, and Tony Malouf Top Row: Advisor Mr. Eugene Zoller.
Public Affairs Director Mr. Eugene Zoller and eighth grader Eric Moussa arrange seasonal posters for the month. The members of the Public Affairs Club kept students informed on monthly events.
Eighth grader Robert Molina and eighth grader Victor Garcia help wrap gifts for the needy children. The Builders Club took their time to make sure that the toys would be perfectly wrapped for the children.
Eighth graders Tony Malouf and Eduardo Regolta prepare offerings before presenting them to the altar. This was the responsibility of the altar servers before every school mass
A group of seniors accompany Father Willy Garcia-Tui'ion SJand His Excellency Auxiliary Felipe Estevez in the march for pro-life in Washington D C. The Respect life Club showed their support for the pro lifers and protested against abortion clinics.
First row: Marlon Velez, Diego Medina, Daniel leonard, Matthew Jordan , Richard Smit, Sebastian Juncadella Top row: Tony Molouf, Erik Ramirez, Frank Oliva, Anthony Perez, Deacon 0' Mally
Top: Adviser Deacon Robert 0' Malley. First Row Carlos Jordan, Sebastian Juncadella , and Richard Smit.
"Bon jour! 77 was how the members of the French club greeted each other on a daily basis. The French club :was one the many language clubs devoted to helping .students expand their multilingual horizons. Last year, members of the club visited French restaurants and ·studied French culture. "We immersed ·ourselves in fine French dining and French history,'' said Sophomore ·.Rafael Mas.
First Row: Advisor Mr. Juan Vazquez, Daniel Barrera, Richard Smit, and Marcos ·Perez Top Row: Eric Donado, Orlando Garcia, and Daniel Urgelles.
First Row: Patrick Mourin, Kevin Rodriguez, Giorgio Garrido, Rafael Yaniz, Josh Expinosa, and advisor Mme. Alonso. Second Row: Rene Gomez, Danny Parra, Matthew Hanlon, Andres Martinez, Eduardo Acosta, Lazaro Rodriguez, and Jose Cardona. Third Row: Juan Gomez, Daniel Ugarte, Alex Snyder, Aaron Delgado, Richard Smit, Pedro Infante, Armando Mendez, and Luiz Serra Arenes Top Row: Lester Gonzalez, Juan Jose Marcos, Rey Mastrapa, Victor Lopez-Cantera, Daniel Barrero, Rafael Mas, and Devin Leon
First Row: Michael Martinez, Adam Bofill, David Barrera, Anthony Kanelidis, Alexander Jaramillo, David Busse, Julio Vijil, and Frankie Oliva Top Row: Eduardo Ragolta, Daniel Jaramillo, Ricardo Fonseca, Joey Gomez, Joshua Munoz, Christian Perea, Martin Medina, Pablo DelaVega, Jonas Egusquiza, and Pablo Velazquez
President Daniel Urgelles, Giorgio Garrido, and Daniel Parra examining one of the voting registration sheets. On this day, Student Council members helped students preregister for upcoming elections.
2006-2007 Class President: Daniel Urgelles, Vice President : Carlos Jordan Secretary: John Smit, Treasurer: Victor MarmoI. Student Council Advisers: Dr. Armando Rodriguez and Mr. Tomas de Quesada.
The members of the International Brothers read along with Father Marcelino Garcia, S.J. during one of their after school meetings in the Vincam Dining Room They learned many things about different countries in all of their meetings this past year.
First Row: Ricardo Martinez-Lid, Julian Vidal, Nicholas Gonzalez, Fayes Tanous , Jonathan Godoy, Luciano Laratelli, and advisor Mrs. Alicia Farinas. Top Row: Roberto Anton, Anthony Sierra, Corey Blanco, Eduardo Ragolta , Frankie Olica, Dylan Rives , and Anton Martinez-Lid.
First Row: Juan Machado, Jesse Rodriguez , Luis Ares, Fernando Machado , Peter Ramon, and Manuel de Ovin Berenguer. Top Row: advisor Jose Padilla, Camilo Padron, Diego Medina, Martin Medina, and advisor Sam Vega.
First Row: Alex DeZayas , Daniel del Rio Peres, Daniel Arbucias, Andre Garriga, Sebastian Juncadella, Thomas Brown, and Advisor Victor Arrieta. Top Row: Nick Diaz, Alex Chediak, Carlos Lopez, Jose de la Torre, Stephen Koch, Jorge Victor de Ofia, and Richard Smit.
Eighth grader Juan Machado and seventh grader Nicholas Munarriz played an invigorating game of chess after school. The chess club met weekly after school to improve their playing skills.
Senior Daniel Arbucias pulls away from the rest of the bikers as he hits the fourth gear. Arbucias had been a member of the bike club for two years.
Mr. Fernandez teaches a group of seventh graders how to use a microscope. In the Life Science club, members used high power magnifications that were not normally used in class.
First Row: Guillermo Alvarez and advisor Mr Rolando Sucena Top Row: Alejandro Hernandez, Christopher Ramirez and Jose Perez
First Row: Advisor Mr. Rafael Fernandez, Daniel Ramon, Matthew Espinosa, and Anthony Kanelidis Top Row: Luis Arguelles, Peter Ramon, Alexander Jasman, and Christian Gil
Students attend a lecturing session at Mercy Hospital. At the hospital they learned the outs and ends of being a doctor and working in a hospital.
First Row: Rolando Delgado , Guy Loret de Mola, Alejandro Fonseca, Andy Rovira, and Carlos Briceno. Top Row: Thomas Prieto, Dantes Gutierrez, Jesse Vazquez , and advisor Mr. Jorge Marinez.
First Row: Julio Menache , Manuel Anton , Edwin Andres , Chris Cannata , Daniel Gonzalez, and advisor Mrs Lara. Second Row: Daniel Jaramillo , Matthew Sierra , Jose Velis , Alex Hernandez, Jose Perez, Daniel Valenzuela, Andres Novoa. Third Row: Christopher Formoso , Devin Leon, Philipp Klumpp, Manuel Flor, Sergio Segrera
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John Smit, runs a kickoff down the sideline against Archbishop McCarthy giving the offense great field position Smit being one of the returning starters, passed down his experience to all of the younger players.
"Find a way" said Head Coach Richard Stuart. That was our team's motto and the only way to describe that great season. That team was under a lot of pressure, to see if they could have "lived up" to the district championship team of two years ago. They ended up matching that team and making it to the playoffs. A team mostly led by seniors was the formula for this successful season.
After a devastating pre season loss to sworn rival Christopher Columbus High School, the Wolverine football team put itself back on its feet and took on the season with an astounding attitude. They gained victories against American Heritage Delray, Tampa Jesuit, Archbishop McCarthy and Gulliver Prep. The Wolverines ended the season with a 9-1 record due to a tough loss by Pace in one of the season's final games. The team ended the season with their close, but victorious homecoming game against Archbishop Carroll. The varsity blue and gold had a balanced attack; the offense was led by runningback Senior Andrew Fernandez who led the team with 1020 yards. Much of the wolverines offensive success was due to the massive offensive line consisting of Seniors Gus Duquesne, Jose Capote and Guillermo Alvarez. The defensive side was led by linebacker Gregory Fontela who racked up the most tackles and Amado Nieto with the most fum recoveries on the team. Frank Estevez helped by adding two safeties and several sacks.
By: Carlos Diaz and Arnulfo Izquierdo
Junior Nick Herrera intercepts a pass against Mater Academy. Herrera was the starting strong safety throughout the season, making plays every chance he got
(Far Right) Senior runningback Greg Fontela runs the infamous "criss-cross" against Mater Academy. "The criss-cross was my favorite play because defenses usually don ' t know when it's coming"
Runningback Senior Giovanni Christodoulou recieves a handoff from quarterback Junior Chris Henry in the game against Tampa Jesuit. Christodoulou's season was cut short after a serious injury to his clavicle
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THIRD ROW: Augusto Vanegas , Jorge Victor De Ona, Robert Sroka, Javier Arenas, Andrew Fernandez, Victor Padilla, Chri s Gutierrez, Frank Azcuy Greg Fontela Rudy Villanueva Ray Mouriz Anthony
Anthony Cisneros, Adrian Zubillaga, Ed Delgado FOU1H ROW: Richard Stuart, Daniel Oporto, Carlos Diaz, Joey Capote, Gustavo Duquesne, Andres D iaz, Kyle Aguilar, Eric Guitian, Guillermo Alvarez, Francisco Urdaneta, Alex Duarte, Raul Robayna , Matthew Rad , Alfonso Aguille, Alain Mazaira, Israel Mitchell
Senior Andrew Fernandez runs for a first down against Archbishop McCarthy Fernandez was the featured runningback for the Wolverine offense all season long remaining free from injuries "I played with no regrets and always played with all my heart," said Fernandez.
BOTTOM: Robert Aran, Jordi Macias, John Smit, Luis Manes, Andrew Jacobs, Danny Mendez, Arnulfo Izquierdo, Giovanni Christodoulou, Michael Chisholm, Danny Merino, Amado Nieto, CJ Flores SECOND ROW: German Delga d o, Chris Henry, Max Martinez, Diego Fernandez-Soto Mike Alvarez, Nick Herrera Anthony Diblasi Gonzalo
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Freshman Sergio Fernand ez-Soto eva d es a Spartan breaking fr ee for a n eeded first d own late in the fo u rth q u arter.
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By Arnulfo Iz qu ierdo
JV football ended their season with a phenomenal record of 4-2. Both losses were by a mere touchdown against powerhouses Chaminade Madonna and Monsignor Pace. Former Head coach of the Junior High Football team Mr. Nicholas Garcia joined the JV coaching staff for the first time last y ear The Wolverines had a slow start to their season but once they got rolling , th e re w as no one to stop them. Freshman Sergio Fernandez So to had a record high 10 carries for 303 ya r ds in the Wolverines ' final game against Ronald R e agan High School. Fernandez Soto also led the team in catches " He was a great inspirat i onal leader and showed all the y oung gu y s how it was done ," said Coach Garc i a about Fernandez So to .
First Row: Javier Chang, juan Chediak, Christopher Dominguez, Ralph Nidal, Eric Bustos, jorge Cruz, Augusto Venegas, Adrian Kim, William Forshee, Alan Rich, Nigel Dando, Eric Arill, Dylan Rico, Ricardo Cuevas, Derek Cross. Second Row: Coach Alexan der Zequeira, Coach Angel Aparacio, Nicholas Fernandez, Raul Garcia, Caleb Rock, Eduardo Perez-Heydrich, Carlos Barrios, Daniel Echeveria, Javier Castaneda, Daniel Garriga, Jonathan Ambut, David Ramos, Kevin Botten, Regina! Colas, Coach Nicholas Garcia, Coach Brian Dominguez. Third Row: james Perez Sanchez, Pablo Alvarez, Javier Araujo, jose Moreiras, Angel Lluvet, James Lopez, Javier Aye, Rene Gomez, Mario Santiago, Daniel Hidalgo, Devon Silverang Last Row: Ferran Arimon, Jaime Infante, Darius Ricks, Jason Fernandez, Sergio Fernandez-Soto, Jordi Busse, Michael Rou ra, Eduardo Franca, Alec Puig, Vicente Fernandez, Alexander Vega.
Running bac k Sop h o m ore Caleb Rock ru ns fo r a fi rs t down aga ins t M a ter Academy. Ro ck was o n e of the main carrier s throu gh out the season.
Kicke r Fres hm an Pa blo Alva r ez b oo t s a kic k down fiel d se tting up the W olverines wi th gre at field posi t ion ag ain st M a t er Aca d em y
By Nick Herrera
Wolverine junior high football had a great year. The team finished the season with a record of 6-0. This was the first team ever to go undefeated at the junior high level in school history. The Wolverines were
led by eighth grader Manuel Sicre who dismantled opposing defenses continuously throughout games The Wolverines offense averaged 24 points a game 'Towards the end of the season the team really united and we just started clicking," said Sicre. Head Coach David Hernandez inspired his players to play with heart and strive for the ultimate goal every time they would step on the field. The team consisted of a great group of seventh graders . In total , seven seventh graders started last year. That was a remarkable feat.
Eighth gra d e Manuel Sicre, gives us hi s en a ctment o f th e H eisman Trophy pos e. Sicre w as th e leading rus he r and a guy wh o can play both ways a ny tim e h e w as asked
Manuel Sicre, Michael Maseda Ju lian Rivas-Firpi, Jose SmithT ommy Edward s, Alex Cosio, Alexander LavanderoAlejandro Cabarrocas, Daniel Adami re, Gil be rt Serein
Michae l Ugarte, Ramon Caste lla, Adrian Sanchez·Roiy, David Abadin, Eric Franca, Daniel Arimon N icholas Stula \ Victo r Bandrich Fr ank Hernan d ez Ale c Masias
Julio Cascano, Fa usto D iaz , Matt Do r ta , Alexander PinaRichard Garci a, An d res Garcia· Ve lez, Ca listo Garcia-VelezCarlos Flores, Jord an Fernandez, Alexand er Weschler, Steven Pita Michael Egbeb ike, Dani el Boix Frank Leuva, Nicholas T omasino, Javier Rodriguez Chris Charria, Adam Gimbel, Eduardo Arazoza Fernando Martine z Ryan Garcia, Jose Avila, Daniel Alvarez, Andres Cacicedo.
Seventh grade starting cornerback Fausto Diaz sticks the Ronald Re agan High Running back.
Eighth grader Daniel Admire sets his feet and ge ts r eady to thro w 'Da Bomb '.
(Fa r l eft ) Eighth grader Ry an Garcia breaks a l ong run against Ronald Reagan High.
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Over the summer they trained in Boulder Colorado. The trip was good from a training standpoint because of the high altitude and terrain. The trip also brought the team closer together as a unit because of the time spent together. While on the trip the runners had the unique opportunity of meeting and training with some top athletes like marathon gold medalist Frank Shorter and number one triathlete in the world Mark Fretta. The cross country team is considered the hardest working team at Belen. The cross country team won the state championship that year for the 2A division. They raced the best teams in the state at the Little Everglades Ranch and came out on top of everyone. The cross country had their ups and downs last year winning most of their meets and losing very few. The top runner was Junior Guillermo Echarte who had an amazing year. He ended 2007 by placing eighth in states. Other outstanding runners were Senior Conor McCarthy, Senior Javier Zamparelli, Junior Michael Cruz, Senior Jason Oliver, Sophomore Larry Duran, and Senior David Otero. But nothing in the world could have topped the season better than bringing home the state title.
Senior Conor McCarthy runs in the Florida Invitational. "This was a race that we all contributed and all worked together as a team" said McCarthy after the race
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Senior David Otero and Junior Michael Cruz helped keep the Wolverines to cross the finish line as champions
(Far Right) Senior's David Otero and Jason Oliver celebrate their state championship. "Hard work always pays off, " said Otero
Team capitan Junior Guillermo Echarte, sheds tears of joy after being told he was a state champion "We could not have won anything without the team , it was a team effort," said Echarte.
Senior Jason Oliver runs in the Florida Runners Invitational. This race was again dominated by the Wolverines placing top ten in all of Florida "I love this team and this year will always be in my heart," said Oliver.
FIRST ROW: Douglas Chacon, Lazaro Rodriguez, Max Echarte, Benjamin Otero, Carlos Vara, Julian Rojo, Alex Egusquiza SECOND ROW: Peter Perez de Corcho, Patrick Maurin, Brian Otero , Steven Echenique, Timothy O ' Conor, Adrian Perez THIRD ROW : Guillermo Echarte, Jason Oliver, Michael Cruz, Danny Silva, Javier Zamaparelli, David Otero , Larry Duran, Conor McCarthy
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Eighth grader Gabriel Loret de Mola was one of the team's best runner and contributed by wi nning the county and state titles.
Seventh grader Branden Martinez was another big factor in the overall success of the Wolverines.
Sixth grade runner Javier Alvarez runs in the Miami-Dade Youth Fair Cross Country Invitational. Alvarez was the team leader, winning the most meets and becoming a T ri-County Champion
Top row: Franco Araujo , Jos e Roca, Jordy Orbay, Andres Ma=anares, Nick Araujo. First row: Manny De Ovin, Jorge Gaston , Javier Alvarez , Juan Lorido , Rene Fernandez.
Sixth grader Jorge Gaston runs in the MiamiDade County Youth Fair Cross Country Invitational.
By Andres Rovirosa
After being plagued with the detriment of losing their star player last year 7 the golf team 7 with fortitude and perseverance 7 went on to conquer a successful season. Last year 7 s team finished with a record of 9-2 7 but finished their run at regional's placing fourth. The team played hard all year long. Sophomore Nick Castellanos 7 who worked very hard in the off season 7 broke his ankle and missed almost the entire season. That was the second time that Castellanos missed a season from ankle injuries.
Senior Ricardo Escobar and Junior Richard Massa both made second team AllDade averaging a nine hole score of 36.5. Escobar 7 s best finish was in Districts 7 finishing in fifth place overall. With 5 out of the 6 starting golfers returning 7 the Wolverines look forward to another successful season and a first appearance at the State tournament.
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Sophomore Roberto Machado follows his last shot as it goes through the air. Machado helped the team through an excellent season with eight wins and two loses.
Junior Alfredo Rodriguez tees off on a par four. Rodriguez gave a valiant effort every time he stepped on the course.
Junior Jorge Guerra chips the ball onto the green. Guerra had been a member of the golf team .,..,... for three years.
(Far Left) Golfers Senior Ricardo Escobar and Junior Richard Massa have time for a smile before heading off to the next hole.
Junior Varsity 8+ reach the catch. The JV boat trained hard in order to beat the competition.
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By Matthew Cabrera and Joshua Llano
Every new season brings about a new start . The Wolverine Crew took full advantage of this opportunity. With a tough finish to the 2005-2006 season and Coach Adam Thorstad leaving, Assistant Coach Edgardo Carranza took the reins of the young program. Carranza established a philosophy in order to bring his crew prestige and success among the state of Florida. Carranza's main goal was to bring home as many boats with State Champion titles as possible, while competing against some of the most respected, well established crews in Florida. In order to do this, he looked for leadership from his captains Seniors Daniel Perez, Senior Daniel Arbucias, and Junior Joshua Llano. The captains guided all the boats and provided a precedent on how to strive for success.
There were several boats that were successful this past season. The boats included Varsity 8+, Varsity 4+, JV 8+ , JV4+ , two Freshmen 8+, Freshmen 4+, and a Novice 4+. All these boats were successful in races that included Miami International Regatta and Hood Cup Regatta. Some other achievements that occurred during the season occurred at the annual 2,000 meter Southern Erg Sprints in Melbourne, FL. Junior Richard Sanz obtained the team best time of 6:30.4. Freshman Alexander Olesen won his respective category with a 6:49.0. At the annual Florida Scholastic Rowing Association Championship, the Men ' s Freshman 8+ won a gold medal and the Men's Varsity 8+ came across the finish line second to Winter Park High School.
Regardless of the mere seven years that the Wolverine Crew has been competing (in comparison to the average Florida crew team being established 30 or more years ago) a combination of the team's coaches, dedication, attitude, and commitment, showed a strong and promising future for the years to come. "We yearn for what we fear, always," said T earn Captain Senior Daniel Perez.
Eighth graders Victor Garcia and Victor De Zarraga work hard to finish their four minute ergometer race. Garcia and De Zarraga showed everyone that the future was strong
Far Right: Juniors Alexander Villar, Alejandro Ruiz, and Sebastian Juncadella reach the sprint at the Head of the Indian Creek Regatta. The race was a 5,000 meter race along Collins Avenue
Seniors Alejandro Alvarado, Daniel Arbucias, and Daniel Perez midway through their rigorous , painstaking drive. That was one of the most competitive and successful boats that Belen had
Top: Juniors David Motola, Richard Sanz, Jo se de la Torre, and Captain Joshua Llano pull through the last 500 meters of their race at Hood Cup Regatta. Their JV4+ was the fastest boat in the category at Hood Cup Regatta.
Power Ten! The Novice 8+ picks up speed during their race at the Miami International Regatta. The Miami International was one of three local regattas held which allowed family and friends to attend
2006-2007 featured Crew team: FIRST ROW : John 0' Sullivan, Julian Prieto, Kyle Hernandez, Christopher Granja, Justin Llano , Victor Garcia, Joshua Munoz , Jordan Llano, Michael Verdeja , Fransisco Torres de Navarra , James Roen, Gregory Santos, Robert Weller , Eduardo Cosio, Nicholas Gonzalez, and Pablo Rodriguez-Cepero. SECOND ROW: Julian Alvarez Raymond Valdes-Denis, Brandon Eisman, Richard D ' Arbelles, Jose Avila Ricardo Nunez, Diego Juncadella , Alexander Olesen, Mario Egues , Anthony Martin, Christopher Hernandez, Carlos Fernandez, Adrian Gonzalez, Lester Gonzlez, Vincent Palermo, Gabriel Campo, Joseph Santos, Julian Cruz, and Victor De Zarraga. THIRD ROW: Julio Gonzalez, Ramon Ouirantes, Jorge Gadala-Maria , Alexander Villar, Alexa nd er Bandin, Alejandro Ruiz, Jose Rivero , Stephen Koch, Ale jand ro Alvarado , Jose Antonio de !a Torre , Richard Sanz, David Motola , Sebastian Juncadella , Alexander Gonzalez-Jacobo, Fernando Casco, Carlos Cancela, Matthew Cabrera, Devin Hartling, Alexander Montes , Anthony Santos , and Ivan Rodriguez. FOURTH ROW: Daniel Arbucias , Edgardo Carranza, Joshua Llano, Gianfranco Belevan, Daniel Perez.
By Carlos Cancela
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A thirty four year drought that plagued Miami-Dade County7 s swim teams came to a screeching halt. Victory was the only thing on the minds of twenty wolverine swimmers who were destined to become champions. Coming off a state runner-up title in 2005 1 last year was the year that the blue and gold swim team did not let the state championship title escape their grasp. Led by swimmers such as Junior Carlos Araque and Senior Raymond Zomerfeld 1 the swim team captured yet another undefeated season. They then continued their victorious campaign to the state championship finals 7 where eleven of the top swimmers were eligible to compete for the state title. Hard work throughout the season 7 such as morning practice three times a week before school seemed to pay off after the Wolverines won every single relay event . 11 We put our sweat and blood into those practices/ said Sophomore Julio Lopez. 11 It seemed as if everyone had a new motivation and driving force last year; it was something I had never seen before/1 said Sophomore Carlos Basnuevo The David among Goliaths 7 Araque emerged victorious in the 100 yard breast stroke against some of the state 7 s top swimmers 7 such as Donald Gerlach from Menendez High School 7 who he beat by a mere 0.5 seconds. 11 No caps pass the blue caps/1 said Zomerfeld. With a significant 66.5 lead over the second place school Satellite High from Satellite Beach1 Florida 7 the Wolverines concluded their season 7 s campaign with the capture of the Florida High School Athletic Association Swimming State Championship Title.
Junior T ulio Alvarez on the diving block in anticipation of the starting signal. Alvarez competed in the 200 yard freetstyle
Sophomore Juan Lopez in full breast stroke during the race Lopez took a deep breath and got ready to submerge himself once again.
Junior Patrick Arenson in the middle of an intense backstroke. Arenson was one of the Wolverines ' top swimmers in 2006.
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Senior Ray mond Zomerfeld racing do w n the course during the 200 yard freestyle medley· event. Zomerfeld showed leadership and courage throughout the y ear as the team captain
Junior Carlos Araque puts on his goggles and cap on as he prepares for the 100 y ard breast stroke at the 2006 Florid State Championship meet Araque won his event which contributed greatly to the capturing of the title
The Varsity Swim T earn Roster : Orlando Alvarez, T ulio Alvarez, Carlos Araque, Patrick Arenson , Jake Bakas, Gaspar Barreto, Carlos Basnuevo, Diego Donna , Carlos Fonseca, Jean-Paul Godreau, Anthony Lopez, Juan Lopez , Julio C. Lopez, Victor Lopez-Cantera , Rey Mastrapa , Pablo Morejon, Carlos Omana, Sebastian Orozco, Andres Simauchi, Raymond Zomerfeld
JH Wolverines get ready for their heats. Several students from our school worked at the meets to record stats for the team
(Far Right) The junior high
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Splash! Was all you heard if you attended a junior high swimming meet. Last year's team was led by second year coach and ' 03 alumni Javier Araque and Chris Perez de Alejo. The team had a lot of experience since most of them were returning sixth and
seventh graders.
The team had some low points in the season by losing to Gulliver, but had sweet double victories over Ransom. Some of the highlights from last year included the team earning second place at the Miami Independent School Championship and third place at the M S. Youth Fair.
The team was led by eighth grader Andres Vazquez, who was the MVP and also the team captain. Sixth grader Julian Ballestas also came in with experience from club swimming and showed great leadership throughout the year. Some of the eighth graders are expected to move on to Varsity level next year.
"Last year's team made me feel young," said Coach Araque . "They had a good time and knew how to win as a team."
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Eighth grader Andres Vazquez swims the butterfly stroke in the 100 individual medley at the Youth Fair Meet Vazquez won every single individual event last season.
Left: Coach Javier Araque, Matthew Bill, Alex Carr, Mathew Espino sa, Christian Gomez, Julian Ballestas, E steban Parada, Daniel Rui z, Sebastian Wermuth , Ricky Cambo, Andres Vazquez , Javier Pardo, Alejandro Huamani , Assistant Coach Chris Perez De Alejo.
Varsity tennis in 2006-2007 had an amazing season under the leadership of veteran tennis coach Mr. Patrick Collins. The team had an outstanding season record of 9-5.
The season started off with a win against Chaminade-Madonna and it only got better from there. One of the highlights of the season came from none other than MVP Junior Rolando Martinez. Martinez , who missed most of the season due to an injury, peaked at the District 16AA tournament to become District Champion. At the Individuals State Tournament in Tampa, Martinez defeated the top players from Lely High in the Opening Round and Crystal River High in the Quarterfinals Martinez was also recognized by the Miami Hearld on the All Miami-Dade County First team. The tennis team since 1975 has had an amazing record of 316 wins and 126loses.
Junior Rolando Martinez rea ches for a backhand to save the point. Mar tin ez was the team ' s Most Va luabl e Player.
Sixth grader Juan Lorido hits a forehand to stay in the rally. Lorid o was one of the few sixth graders on t he varsity te am at number two singles.
Varsity Team- Standing: Coach Patrick Co llins , Juan Lorida, Alex Lazaro , Chris Robelo, Bryan Perez, Steve Zambrano, Ferran Arimon , Justin Begelman, Dan Mion-Bet Seated : Carlos Garcia, Manny Lorenzo, John Pessoa, Augie de Goytisolo, Andy Gomez, Rocky Vazquez , Richard Garcia , Jose Novoa (Not pictured) Roland Martinez, Will Gomez.
].H. Team- Standing: Coach Patrick Collins, Juan Lorida , Bryan Perez, Nicholas Garcia , John Pessoa , Daniel Rincon, Jose Lorida Seated: Diego Rosette , Rene Brillembourg, Richard Garcia, Aky Fernandez and Erik Garriga.
Sophomore Alejandro Lazaro was ready and waiting for the ball to come his way. Lazaro played the game wi th the spirit to win.
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By Arnulfo Izquierdo
Varsity basketball continued in its recent success earning a 19 -8 overall record including a 6- 2 district record. The Wolverines defeated the Columbus Explorers for the third time in five years in an exciting overtime victory. a Don't turn your back on the wolf pack!' chanted the blue and gold at Pharmed Arena. Other notable wins were against Gulliver Prep , Sunset High School, and Archbishop McCarthy.
The team defeated Bishop Kenny and St. Pius X at the Christmas Classic in Atlanta Georgia taking home the runner-up trophy. They were also the district runner-up for the second year in a row before losing to Cardinal Gibbons in the Regional quarter-final game. Head Coach Jose E. Roca has now won more basketball games that any other coach in Belen History with 191 wins.
The Wolverines were led by Senior Steve Agras with 15 points and 9 rebounds per game , Michael Garcia with 11 points and 8 rebounds per game and Antonio Quezada with 11 points and 6 assists per game. Agustin Guardiola, Alex Del Rio, Diego Fernandez-Soto, Jonathan Fernandez, Oscar Londono and Andre Garcia contributed to the team's success on a daily basis.
Senior guard Augustin Guardiola dribbles down the court setting himself up for a shot opportunity
Junior Antonio Quezada makes a lay up with style Quezada started every game last season at the point guard position "I love the challenge of playing point guard every game, it gives me a chance to show what I got," said Quezada
(Far right) Shooting guard , Junior Michael Garcia drives to the rim against St. Brendan Garcia led the team in three pointers scored
Senior Steven Agras makes a move in the 'paint' against St. Brendan Agras was the team's leader and the leading rebounder throughout the entire season
First row: Ivan Fontalvo, Diego Fernandez-Soto, Agustin Guardiola, Antonio Oueazada, Michael Newmeyer, Oscar Londonyo , Andre Garcia, Michael Garcia. Second Row: Coach Bravo , Coach Roca , Christian Hernandez, Steven Agras, Jonathan Fernandez, Alex Del Rio, Alex Ipparaguire , Daniel Ramos, Coach Ruben Marrero, Coach Jerry Jones
Sophomore Jorge Menocal drives in on a Saint Brendan forward. The
By Sean Rencurrell
Last year 7 s junior varsity basketball schedule was highly competitive. But last year 7 s team had to be one of the most powerful teams to ever step on the court. Leading the team in scoring 7 Freshman Pablo Alvarez averaged 10 points per game on 54 °/o shooting.
Freshmen Sergio Fernandez-Soto 7 Nicholas Santurio and Reggie Colas had a large impact on the team 7 s success. Sophomore Jorge Menocal had such an outstanding season that he was moved to varsity status towards the end of the year. The team finished the season with a record of 19 wins and two losses. "This is one of the best JV teams we have ever had 7 " said Head Coach Jerry Jones.
team went on to beat Saint Brendan by over ten points
(Far right) Freshman Pablo Alvarez dribbles the ball up the court on a fast break. Alvarez scored fifteen points that game and had two assists.
Freshmen Reggie Colas prevents the Columbus point guard from passing the ball down to their power forward. The Junior Varsity team went on to suffer a hard four point loss against the Explorers.
Top Row: Coach Jerry Jones Nigel Dondo, Pablo Alvarez, Art Martinez, Robert Espino Jorge Menocal, Freddie Latour, Brandon Fernandez, Alfonso Aguila, Coach Ruben Marrero Bottom Row: Jorge Portuondo, Javie r Verdeja, Sergio Fernandez-Soto, Reggie Colas, Nick Santurio, Victor Padilla, Jas on Fernandez
Swoosh was all you heard when the freshman basketball team stepped on the court
The Wolverine freshman basketball team had a very successful season ending with a record of 103. The leading scorers of the team were Freshmen Alec Admire, Andrew de Armas, and David Fernandez.
aThe most memorable moments of the season were reaching the championship game against rival Christopher Columbus in the North Broward Prep. Tournament and scoring over 80 points twice, " said Head Coach Mr Jorge Martinez. That was Mr. Martinez ' s second year coaching the freshman basketball team. The team also managed to start the season with six back to back wins. The team ' s MVP was Admire who was the starting point guard and led the team in points. There were some lows in the season such as losing to St. Thomas Aquinas in the final game of the season, but the overall highs definitely outweighed the trivial low ' s. All and all, the season was very successful and one the team will not easily forget.
1 Top row: Daniel Leona rd , Javier Del Riego , Jua n Che diak,
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Freshman Andrew Alvarado soars through the air to give the Wolv erines a two point lead Alvarado has been in the basketball program since his seventh grade
Eighth grader Ryan Garcia dribbles the ball up the court to set up in a 2-3 offense Garcia was one of the leading scorers last year.
By Andre Garcia
Three cheers for the Junior High Wolverines who last year accomplished what no team had done since the early 90s. The Junior High basketball Gold team, coached by Mr. Alex Zequeira and Mr. Gerardo Portela had an undefeated season. 11 Mr. Zequeira' s coaching style was the reason for all the wins that we had/' said Ryan Garcia.
The team was led by returning Eighth graders Manuel Sicre, Mauri Boscetti and Ryan Garcia who had a great attitude throughout the season. Besides the ACC Championship, the team also won the North Broward Prep. and PalmerTrinity Tournaments ending with a 28-0 record. 11All our players contributed to our success. Every player made a difference/ said Sicre.
Far right: Eight grader Nicholas Botero pulls up for a jumpshot against St. Timothy. Botero was a reliable outside shooter throughout the season.
Top Row: Coach Gerardo Portela, Frank Fernandez, Nick Botero, Kevin Portillo, Gonzalo Megotti, Nick Menocal, Nicolas White, Ryan Garcia Manuel Sicre, Coah Alex Zequeira. First Row: Daniel Admire, Edmund Benedetti , James Lima, Curt Chavoustie and Aurelio Leyva (No t pictured Maurice Boschetti and Jorge Ferrer.
Eight grader Manuel Sicre goes up for the shot. Sicre displayed great defensive skills throughout the season.
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By Andre Garcia
The blue team goes up a loose ball against American Heritage. The blue team displayed great team work and a good hustle on the court.
Seventh grader Alec Macias drives to the basket Macias was an outstanding player when it came to passing and handling the ball.
Andre Garcia and Christian Marrero
Top: Jordan Fernandez, Alec Macias, Brian Perez, Antonio Ucar, Daniel Rincon, Javier Rodriguez, Guillermo Ouirch, Coach Travieso. Bottom: Christian Marrero, Kevin Perez, Andrew Fisher, Franky Castro, Nicholas Moreiras, Jerry Portela, Alex DeGoti, Peter Ariz
Sixth grader Javier Alvarez dribbles the ball up the court as he calls play 3. Javier was the starting point guard for the Wolverines and brought a sense of leadership · to his teammates.
Top: Michael Fernandez, Felipe Prellezo, Fernando Tavara, Matthew Marrero, Guilermo Pujals Coach Carlos Bravo. Middle: Vincent Vazquez, Austin Riveron, Hector Ortiz, Jason Gutierrez, Diego Justo. Bottom: Roberto Cosio, Javier Alvarez, Jose Roca, Steven Tyler, Anthony Sierra.
Sixth grade Cosio pump fakes in order to approach the hoop. The sixth grade team had an amazing season under the guidance of Coach Carlos Bravo
Sophomore Dylan Rico takes control of the match by controlling his opponent's every move.
Rico went on to state championships where he accomplished the most out of everyone on the team.
Last yeae s varsity wrestling team was all about improvement. They really stepped up their game by filling out every single weight division and dominating their season. The Wolverine wrestling team had three state qualifiers and achieved the esteemed district championship title. The team consisted of outstanding athletes of whom three went on to compete at the state level. ·
Senior Steven Rico and Sophomores Dylan Rico and Ricardo Rodriguez pushed their abilities to the limit at the state championships. They all had outstanding records throughout the season and added to the amazing record achieved by the team. Other outstanding wrestlers last year such as Juniors Amado Nieto and Anthony Wood as well as Sophomores Claudio Silva and Francisco Trujillo added their own skill to the team. Last year 7 s district competition was hosted by Belen in the Roberto Goizueta Gym Sophomore Ricardo Rodriquez was an outstanding athlete throughout the season and his abilities shined all year. He received many honors for his talents including the title of Regional champion He also became the champion at the Belen Classic as well as the District Championship. Rodriquez added his own flare to the amazing fountain of talent found on the team.
The Wolverines dominated the district championships from beginning to end and ended with the title All this was not achieved by luck7 but by intensive training and persistence all year. Assistant coach Lazaro Reynoso summed up the season by saying7 11 This year we had a few young and inexperienced wrestlers 7 but next year we expect to continue the Belen tradition and earning a state championship 77 T earn captain7 Senior Steven Rico said 7 11The season went relatively well 7 but I expect next yeae s squad to dominate its way to stateS. 77
Sophomore Angel Faraldo preparing to begin his match at the very important district championship Faraldo trained every week with the team to be ready for this momentous occasion
Sophomore Daniel Echeverria dominates his match holding his opponent in a half nelson. Echeverria was a great asset to the team as they clenched the district championship
Senior Steven Rico overpowers his opponent and controls the match from beginning to end. Rico was the star of the team and lead them through the season helping them receive their district championship
Junior Anthony Wood takes over the entire match by putting his opponent in a powerful head lock. Wood was dedicated all season and practiced non stop with the rest of the Wolverine wrestlers
Head coach Fidel Albelo, assistant coaches Albert Hernandez, Lazaro Reinoso, Ralph Cater. Wrestlers Ricardo Rodriguez , Francisco Trujillo , Dylan Rico , Javier Rodriguez , Angel Faraldo , Victor Fleites, John Pistorino, Claudio Silva, David Garcia, Amado Nieto , Steven Rico, Daniel Echeverria, Erick Echeverria, Alexander Hess, Anthony Wood, Gabriel Trujillo, Joshua Lopez, Andre Rodriguez, Esteban Gomez-Rivera, Victor Bandrich.
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by Robert Grimal
Belen Jesuit's Varsity soccer team had a different season than expected. The team consisted mostly of seniors and a few sophomores and juniors. "Soccer is a team sport we just have to keep working together and things are going to just start falling into place," said Senior Aran Mattheus. The squad quickly got running with the help of Captains Senior Eric Zambrano and Senior Jose Cobian. The duo rallied to an 8-2-5 record. Senior Jose Cobian made the All-Dade soccer first team, as a defender; he had 11 goals and 16 assists. Making second team were Senior John Slater and Junior Llobal Alonso.
"This season has been my best season at Belen; the amount of talent and team unity last season was like nothing I have ever experienced. I thought we were going to go all the way when the unexpected happened," said Alonso. The team was expected to go on to regionals and possibly even state finals, however, their season was cut short in the district semi-final game against Pace. Twenty minutes into the game Belen was up 1-0 and received three red cards. Still they maintained that lead with nine players against Pace's 11 players into the last minutes of the game when Pace tied it up and won in overtime.
With the majority of the team leaving for college, the underclassmen will have some big shoes to fill in the coming year.
Junior Roberto Sroka fights for the ball with a Key West defender. Sroka was a three year Varsity starter.
Senior Diego Abaroa clears the Wolverine area. Abaroa was the team sweeper best known for clearing the ball.
Far right: Senior Aran Matheus keeps the ball in play Matheus was one of the fastest players on the team.
Senior John Slater pulls a good move on the Key West defender. Slater had
best touch in the games.
Junior Llobal Alonso throws his body at a defender. "I will do anything to steal the ball ," said Alonso.
Top Row: Augustin De Goytisolo, Julio Villafane, Johan Eckman, Juan Cardenas, Aran Matheus, Roberto Sroka, Inigo Abaroa, Jose Cobian, Andres Marmol, Eric Zambrano, Diego Abaroa , Felipe Jaramillo, Victor Verdeja, Head Coach Fabio Ortega. First Row: Andre Seidenthal, Fabrizio Perez, Christian Olsen, Raul Loys, Mario Lega, Juan De La Osa , Llobal Alonso , Joey Cabrera, Santiago Morfin, John Slater, Fabio Raucci
Freshman Borja Sagarduy evades two opponents on the field Sagarduy was known for having complete control of the ball during the game
T earn captain Sophomore Francisco Chamorro gets poised and ready to juke his defender. Chamorro was a remarkable striker for the Wolverine JV squad
By Carlos Cancela
"The goalkeeper is the jewel in the crown and getting at him should be almost impossible. It's the biggest sin in football to make him do any work," Scottish Soccer Player George Graham, 1997 Belen's Junior Varsity Soccer program struck its peak last year when the twenty man squad ended the year with a remarkable ten wins. Blemished by a mere single tie and loss, the team's record was the best to date in junior varsity soccer history "Defense wins championships," a proverbial saying that constantly echoed in the ears and minds of the athletes, and proved well for them throughout the season
The Wolverines' sensational defense had a remarkable three shutouts, and held five teams to a mere goal. Rookie sensation goalkeeper, Sophomore Manny De Zarraga, along with the rest of the defense, contributed to the victorious campaign, not letting almost anything get by them "I had never really played goalie before, but when I got in there, it felt good," said De Zarraga. The entire team agreed in saying that De Zarraga had the gift.
The dynamic offense was the perfect compliment to the nearly impermeable defense by scoring an incredible forty-six goals, the leading scorers being sophomores Francisco Chamorro and Lucas Dapieve. The Wolverines' varsity squad has much to look forward to these next coming years with a multitude of raw talent and potential in abundance in this Junior Varsity squad
Top Row: Valentin Arenas, Gaby Loretdemola, Lucas Dapieve, Andres Morfin, Roberto Grimal, Carlos Garcia-Velez, Luis Lam, Max Sanchez, Adam Bofill, Daniel Lobo, First Row: Juan Arellano, David Garcia, Borja Sagarduy, Francisco Chamorro, Brandon Mesa, Diego Acosta, Julian Ochoa, Derek Saffe, Jorge Guarch.
Freshman Jorge Guarch fights the opponent for possession of the ball. Guarch played left defender and contributed greatly to the Wolverines' incredible defense
Eighth grader Nicholas Olvera sprints down the field to shoot for the goal. Olvera was a large contributing factor to the team's success.
Sixth graders Franco Araujo and Jonathan Lucas prepare to make a strike on the goal. They successfully accomplished this feat and continued to achieve victory against the opposition.
Sixth grader Carlos Espina awaits the assist to make
strike on the goal. Espina successully made
strike
winning goal.
Top Row: Sebastian Duque, Nicolas Roque, Javier Roque, Gonzalo Mengotti Jose Perrone,Nicolas Olvera, Sergio Sroka, First Row: Fausto Diaz Franco Abarca Salvador Sanchez, Peter Foxx, Juan Pablo Cobian Nicolas Arenas, Andres Morphin
Eighth graders Nicholas Olvera and Salvador Sanchis struggle for possession of the ball. Both Olvera and Sanchis were star players on the Junior High squad.
Top Row: Coach Fabio Ortega, Eric Garriga, Enrique Lam, Jorge Orta, Mateo Buraglia, Carlos Espina, Franco Araujo, Jorge Gaston, Jose Silva, Marco Rivera First Row: Diego Rosette, Felipe Prellezo, Hector Ortiz, Diego Mion, Andres Manzanares, Javier Alvarez, Jonathan Lucas, Ron Lorida , Steven Tyler, Juan Aguila, Kevin Gonzalez
Senior James Darmody and Junior Nicholas Fischer jump to block a spike Darmody led the team with most blocks of the season.
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Improvement was the theme of last year's varsity volleyball team. The team was led by team captains Junior Christopher Cruz and Senior James Darmody. The team continued to improve even after last year's Head Coach Mrs. Fernanda Downey left pre season due to her pregnancy. Coach Lazaro Reinoso and alumnus Alex Leon (2006) took over the reins of the team right before their first game
The team's final record was 4-8 losing to rivals Columbus and district champions Coral Park. The team's success was due to Senior James Darmody, Juniors Christopher Cruz and Nicholas Fischer and Sophomore Jorge Menocal. awe improved from last season but there is still plenty of room for improvement," said junior Giovanni Rodriguez Junior Giovanni
RESULTS
(Far right) Junior Christopher Cruz sets the ball. Cruz led the team w ith a record of 251 assists throughout the season
Rodriguez bumps the ball to the setter on the first hit Rodriguez was one of the team ' s right side hitters.
(First Row): Christopher Cru z, Michael Garrote, Alexand er Egu squisa, Nicholas Fischer, (Top Row) Brandon Fernandez, Jorge Portuondo , Jam es Darmody, G iov a nni Rodriguez and assistant coach Alex Leon
Freshman Alexander Fischer prepares to serve the ball. The serve was one of the m ost important components of the game.
Seventh grader Ryan Guerra serves the ball. Serving techniques were a big part of all practices.
Seventh grader Alexander De Goti bumps the ball and sets it up for a potential spike The Junior High team worked on bumping, serving and setting which are the fundamentals of volleyba ll.
Top row: Eric Todoroff, Benjamin Villacres, Peter Arriola, Matthew Jordan, Carlos Smith, and Assistant Coach Alex Leon. First row: Manuel Flor, Adam Bofill, Alex Fischer, and Christopher Palomo.
Junior Carlos Smith spikes the ball during
First row: Gabriel Fa lero, Michael Barquin, Gilberte Delgado. T op Row: Ryan Guerra, Gabriel Sanchez, Coach Fernanda Downey, Andrew Maury, Alexander De Goti, Gabriel Sanchez
Senior Adrian Lorenzo stares down the pitcher just before he rips a double down the rightfield line Lorenzo was the team's first batter for most of the season.
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The heroics of last year's baseball team will be hard to live up to for many years to come All kinds of players stepped it up in clutch situations to guarantee a blue and gold victory at the end of the game. Baseball's heroes include Senior Mauricio Rodriguez's outstanding performance on the mound all throughout the year. Rodriguez struck out one-hundred thirteen batters last season, setting a single-season record.
Actions of such stature were not performed solely on the mound. Sophomore Jus tin Gonzalez had a career game against the district rival , Key West. Gonzalez had a two homerun game with three runs batted which gave the Wolverines the extra edge, winning the game four to one Junior Byron Soler blasted a two-run, walk off homerun to send the home team into the regional semifinals. Then, as if written in a movie script, the next game against Jenson Beach, Senior Eric Cos blasted the second walk-off homerun in two games to send the home team into the regional championship against Cardinal Gibbons.
Rodriguez threw a four hitter with thirteen strikeouts in the win. With the regional championship in hand , the Wolverines headed to their second state tournament in school history. Unfortunately, the Wolverines fell short in the semifinals held in Sarasota against Bishop Moore. alt was an incredible experience to remember," said Junior Yoe Lopez.
T earn catcher Junior Byron Soler freezes the runner at second base. Soler started every game during the season at one of the most physically demanding positions on the field.
(Far right) Making the play in the ho le, shortstop Sophomore Justin Gonzalez backhands the ball then guns the runner out. "I'm just trying to do my jo b," said Gonzalez.
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Mauricio Rodriguez giving it his all to get the hitter out. Rodriguez
one-hundred and thirteen strikeouts during the season, setting a school singleseason record.
The team rushes out of the dugout to greet Senior Eric Cos after he hits a homerun over the left field fence Cos also showed his incredible speed by leading the team in stolen bases.
Top: Coach Tony Meilan, Coach Gil Meilan, Andres Wiltz, Eric Cos, Daniel Merino, Justin Gonzalez, Alex DeZayas, Adrian Lorenzo, Richard Bandrich, Juaquin Escobar, Rosendo Forns, Byron Soler, Coach Andres Blanco. Front: Nicolas Martinez, Pablo Vinent, Emmanuel Gomez, Yoe Lopez, Mauricio Rodriguez, Asis Lopez, Christopher De Goti, Marco Mejia, Alexander Garcia, Lucas Calderon
Sophomore Emilio Pastor prepares to steal a base Pastor was always a threat on the bases.
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Just like the Varsity team, the junior varsity team also had a bitter rivalry with the Conchs from Key West. Last year, they played four games against their rival, two at home and
two in the Conchs' lair.
At the home stand, the Wolverines tied the series one-to-one while winning their first game seven to zero When the team went over there, it was a completely different story. They took both games in front of the Conch's home crowd. They were not just ordinary wins, they were blowouts! The Wolverines won nineteen to two, and 13 to four respectively.
(Far right) Sophomore Mario Rojas in his motion to throw that dominating fastball. Rojas was called up to play Varsity
2006-2007 MVP Sophomore Zachary Berger receives the pitch for strike
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Varsity team where he hit two homeruns
Top Row: Mario Rojas, Angel Lluvet, Felix Castillo, Anthony Perez, Rober Baroniel, Michael Herrera, Zachary Berger, Coach Gil Contreras Middle Row: Edgar Sanchez, Angel Lara, Emilio Pastor, Frankie Mendez, Danny Barrera , Armando Senra Front Row: Steven Fernandez, Marcos Calderon, Christopher Trujillo. (Not Pictured) Coach Carlos Muller, Gabriel Arnor.
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Eigth grader Sheehan Planas-Arteaga slides in safely at second as the blue team's seventh grader Alexander DeGoti covers the base. The Blue and Gold team played against each other a few times during the season.
Eighth grader Rene T ato throws a change-up for a strike. T ato was the only lefty on the Gold team's pitching staff.
Sixth grader Eric Couto shows great technique in delivering his pitches. Couto was well known for his fastballs.
Sixth grader William Pujals covers home and gets the runner out Pujals played heads-up baseball all season.
Top Row: David Gonzalez, Lucas Fernandez-Rocha, Willaim Pujals, Coach Matthew Downey, Alex Alvarez, Coach Ignacio Scull, Robert Morgado, Alex Gonzalez. First Row: Giancarlo Cueto, Francisco Smith, Daniel Pino, Oscar Cabanas , Kenji Martinez, Eric Couto
Freshman Pablo Alvarez runs the 200 meter dash at the Mike Stokes Invitational. Alvarez was the only freshman to qualify at the regional level.
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By Amulfo Izquierdo and Carlos Diaz
2007 Wolverine track season was full of winning and turmoil. This team was one of the most complete squads in all of the school's rich history. From two-mile runners to the triple jump, every event was taken care of last year. "It was a very strong hard working combination of young men and I mean that sincerely," said Head Coach Arthur Foster.
The varsity track team won every single meet except one, the Dade County Youth Fair Relays. There they placed second because of a controversial call by the officials who disqualified the hurdles. This gave the team a bump in the road which they soon overcame. "It's always good to have a little failure. It motivates the athletes to work harder," said Coach Victor Arrieta.
The team was on a mission after losing the Miami Dade relays. On April 28, 2007 Belen won their first state championship in track and field. A total of seven athletes participated in the state meet. The team edged out powerhouse Glades Central by nine points. "I'm speechless," said Coach Foster, "this was the best team in track and field history for Belen."
Last season, the team broke many records. The 4 x 800 meter relay was broken five times last year with a best time of 7:52. Senior Alex Del Rio also broke the school's triple jump record by two feet. The hurdles were led by captain Senior Andrew Jacobs. Jacobs won the 300 meter hurdle race at the state meet, and placed a respectable second place in the 110 meter hurdles.
The team worked hard every day with practices held every single day for two consecutive months. All players contributed equally to the team's final record with their dedication and hard work.
Senior Daniel Silva runs the first leg in the 4 x 800 meter dash "I loved opening up for the state champion relay team, I always gave it my best," said Silva.
(Far right) Junior Jorge Victor De Ona pole vaults at a quad meet. "I am really looking foward to my last year next year and becoming a state champion," said De Ona.
High jumper Senior Alex Del Rio makes his attempt at 6 feet. Del Rio flew throughout the year hitting a best at 6 feet 4 inches , only 2 inches short of the school record. He was a regional qualifier at the high jump.
Senior capitan Andrew Jacobs runs the 110 meter high hurdles at the Florida State Relays. "Andrew was our top hurdler all year, and showed us that he could compete against any hurdler in the state," said Coach Arthur Foster.
RESULTS
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First Row : Carlos Lopez, Ben Otero, Brix Gomez, Max Echarte, Gabriel Alvarez, Jose Moreiras, Edward Srnit, Julian Rojo , Javier Ayo , Jorge Guarch Second Row: Lazaro Rodriguez, Michael Cruz, Omar Valenzuela, Doug Chacon, Brian Otero, Steven Echenique, Jorge Victor De Ona, Pablo Alvarez, Larry Duran, David Otero, Alexander Ramirez, Victor Verdeja Third Row: Peter Perez de Corcho , Edward Smit, Auggie Venegas, Daniel Barrera, Guillermo Echarte, Jason Oliver, Daniel Silva, Alexander Del Rio, Javier Zamparelli, Conor McCarthy, Javier Rodriguez, Gabriel Loret de Mola Top Row : Coach Arthur Foster, Juan Kennedy, Timothy O'Connor, Michael Roura, Kyle Aguilar, Andres Rodriguez , Fernando Garcia, Giorgio Garrido , Joshua Espinosa, Andrew Jacobs , Randy Fabre.
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Eighth grader Javier Rodriguez sets a new m iddle school record in long jump Rodriguez broke th e record when he jumped 21 feet.
Sixth grader Alex Diblasi performs the long jump at a meet "Diblasi was a solid jumper do wn the stretch," said Head Coach Victor Arrieta.
Top row, left: Manuel Garcia, Frankie Oliva, Julian Munilla, David Abadin, Manuel Sicre, Nicholas White, Julio Lascano, Ricardo Fonseca, Amadeo Lopez Castro, Jonathan Godoy, Javier Rodriguez (Third row) Carlos Parra, Julian Mazaira, Eduardo Arazoza, Adam Incera, Daniel Ruiz, julian Rey, joshua Lopez, Gabriel Loret de Ma la, Rafael Tua, Steven Pita, Mario Cora, Carlos Flo res, Michael Egbebike (Second Row) Chudi Egbebike, Carlos Garcia, Alec Macias, Fernando Daniel Cotte, Joseph Lindsey, Eduardo Ragolta, Nicholas Ruiz, Cristian Jimenez, Branden Martinez, Elliot Clemente, John Billoch, Edmund Bene detti and jordan Laminae. (First Row) Calixto Garcia-Yelez, jose Lorida, Eric Franca, Kevin Perez Alex Diblasi, Javier Alvarez, Camilo Padron, Michael Betancourt, Javier Cabarrocas and Nico las Morei ras. Not Pictu red: julian Chavarry
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Eighth grader Nicholas Ru iz clears the bar in high jump Ruiz was one of the top high jumpers.
Top row, left: Andres Smith, jordi Orbay, Guillermo Puja ls, Evan Banciella (Mi ddle row) Camilo Padron, Steven Tyler, Gabriel Von Der Osten, Alex Diblasi, Nicholas Valdez (First row) Andres Ma zana res, jorge Gaston, Javier Alvarez, Austin Riveron, Jose Roca and Juan Lorido.
Sixth grader Javier Alvarez runs the mile at the All Catholic Conference Championship.
Sixth grader Jorge Gaston se t s a pers ona l best in the mile helping the Wo lverines capture first place at the Tri County Championships by half a point.
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by Benjamin Hubert
Last year was the season for revenge. The Junior Varsity Roller Hockey team fought its way to the top.
The league champion for the past three years was Columbus, but that changed once this new stronger team played against them. The Wolverines defeated Columbus for the first time in three years in the championship match last December. The trophy was placed in math teacher Mr. Juan Luis Flores' room.
The team was led by captain Sophomore Patrick Ingelmo. Varsity had a similar season finishing the Championship as one of the top teams in the league. The successful season was due in part to Coach Aguad and Assistant Coach Frank Diaz. Together they increased the number of practices per week as well as the intensity of the games.
"Hockey allows me to move very fast and to show off my shooting skills," said sixth grader Michael Aguad.
Senior Ray Mouriz checks a Columbus player to the ground while trying to shoot. Mouriz was one of the leading players on the varsity team.
Frank Diaz, Jose Morieras , Phillip Ingelmo, Micheal Aguad, Patrick Ingelmo,Benjmain Hubert, Matthew , Diaz, Nick Nivarrete, Ski Aguad
Patrick Ingelmo, Ray Mouriz, Albert Sueirias, Gabriel Castillo, Jose Boschetti, Andres Castillo, Nick Mouriz, Felipe Baez, Adrian Perez, Antonhy Aguad , Ski Aguad
Sixth grader Michael Aguad shoots the puck down the boards to his teammate. Aguad was the leading scorer on the team.
Far Left: Senior Andres Castillo takes the faceoff after a save by goalie Junior Tony Aguad. Andres was a new player last year but quickly adapted
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By Carlos Cancela
W olverines 7 varsity water polo had a milestone of a season with a record twenty one victories 7 and a mere four losses. Being the youngest team in the state 7 in the context of the program and the players themselves 7 the Wolverines exemplified perseverance 7 fortitude 7 and hard work by defeating deeply founded water polo dynasties such as Winter Park7 Ransom Everglades 7 and returning state champions Northeast High School.
The squad also showed their talent and determination by winning their first out of state tournament7 the DeSmet Jesuit Invitational in St. Louis 7 Missouri 7 in which Sophomore team captain Julio Lopez seized the honor of MVP. Sophomores Jake Bakas 7 Juan Lopez 7 David Fonseca 7 and Julio Lopez were the core of the team and were complimented greatly by the skills of Senior Julian Miranda 7 Junior Andres Simauchi 7 and Freshman Anthony Lopez. Belen also acquired the ever-so-coveted District Eleven Championship Title in an exciting triple over time match 7 which was put to an end by a miraculous well placed shot by Sophomore Julio Lopez.
aOut of all of the years that Jive been a part of the team 7 this is the one with the most camaraderie 7 brotherhood) and chemistry; we 7 re a family 7 and ies an honor to play with these guys 7 77 said Sophomore Julio Lopez.
Junior Andres Simauchi sets up the offensive strike Simauchi was a top attacker on offense.
Sophomore Julio Lopez leaps out of the water to make a block. Lopez was the captain of the water polo team
(Far right) Senior Julian Miranda gets ready to launch at the goal. Miranda was a strong leader on the team
Sophomore Jake Bakas fakes the defense while making a pass to a fellow player. Bakas was one of the team ' s leading scorers.
Sophomore Juan Lopez struggles to gain possession of the ball. Lopez led the team in blocks and steals.
From left: David Fonseca , Luis Simauchi, Julian De Zulueta, Juan Lopez, Andres Simauchi, Julio Lopez, Ricardo Herrera, Fernando Machado, Mario Carcamo , Anthony Kanelidis, Herzen Cortes , Jake Bakas , Anthony Lopez Not Pictured: Julian Miranda , Carlos Basnuevo
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T$(JuJunior High water polo had many ups and downs throughout the season . Playing in only six games 1 along with one forfeit 1 the team had a respective 4-3 record.
Freshman David Angarita was the team 1 s leading scorer with 22 goals and 10 assists. Following close behind was sixth grader Herzen Cortes with 20 goals and 5 assists. Mario Carcamo was clutch throughout the entire season showing consistency with various blocks per game. Carcamo was also the leader of the Wolverine defense.
uw e had a very good season and I look forward for many more 1 77 said sixth grader Devon Roura.
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grader Matthew Bill passes the ball to his teammate Bill had many blocks throughout the season.
(Far right) Sixth grader Herzen Cortes takes a shot on goal. Cortes was one of the team ' s leading scorers
Left: Alexander Carr, David Angarita , Daniel Solaun, Herzen Cortes , Alfredo Ramirez, Mario Carcamo, Mathew Bill, Devon Roura, Alberto Perez, Alexander Humani
Freshman Anthony Lopez sho w s his goalie skills as he blocks another shot on goal. Lopez pla y ed on both the varsity and junior high waterpolo teams
by Matthew Cabrera
Varsity cheerleaders perform an aerial stunt during the halftime of a basketball game. The Belen-Columbus cheerleaders came together to cheer on the crowds
and practice.
The cheerleaders cheer on the Football team in the Miami scorching heat. The squad always tried to gear our school towards victory.
Varsity cheerleaders chant during the Belen-Columbus basketball game. The cheerleaders always worked to inspire the players during the game.
Far left: Varsity flyers form the popular pyramid to animate the football crowd. Cheerleading required a great deal of dedication
Cheerleaders gather for a picture with the Belen fans during the Belen-Columbus tailgate party The tailgate party consisted of music by a live DJ and lots of food.
Junior Patty Velasco does the halftime cheer during the basketball game The Belen cheerleaders performed in every basketball game.
By Robert Grimal
n December 87
20067 Christian Life Community members participated in a recommitment ceremony during the mass celebrating the Immaculate Conception . During the ce remony many members recommitted and even more students joined . Last year 7 Christian Life Community participated in a wide r variety of activities than any other year. Among the different activities 7 the group participated in the World Union of Jesuits held at Manresa retreat house on Field Day and also participated in a food drive for the needy immigrants living in Homestead. These dedicated members left early to hear speeches from Jesuits from around the world.
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in groups to plan a food drive that was to be he ld for the needy. The food drive was successfu lly hel d and was ab le to delive r food to many needy families.
Middle School CLC group together w ith group leaders Lucila Esp inosa , Guillermo FernandezT aledo, Father Frank Permuy SJ, Gerardo Portela, Ana Menocal, Ariel Fernandez, Carmen Villafane , Fr. Marce lino Garcia SJ, Teresita Campos, Leopolda N uii.ez , and Deacon 0 ' Mall ey.
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High schoo l Christian Life Community group gather t ogether t o decide what t heir next gro u p ac tivity will be Diffe r ent CLC membe rs gave their o pinions and received feedback from leaders.
The high school CLC group together with group leaders Ana Fenton, Brother Christian Saenz, Adriana Suarez, Rafael Ledesma, Angie Fernandez, Sister Maria Cartay a, Carlos Bravo , and Dr. Maria Cristina Reyes-Garcia.
tBy Sean Rencurrell
en for others'' this is the motto that our school lives by and it can be seen by the many activities that it articipates in to help improve and encourage development within our community. From collecting food and clothing to having a Thanksgiving drive, the community has come together to donate what would become a needy family's Thanksgiving meal or the clothes they would wear. Countless organizations and fund-raisers have been promoted by the community. The Christmas Toy Drive last year was very successful, providing many kids with gifts that they would otherwise not have seen. Our very own l(ey Club, for example has received many donations from the community to support the different projects that would help the poor.
Students create an assembly line as they organize food for the poor. The food was collected during the Christmas food drive and it was donated by students , faculty and staff.
Christian Life Community members Sophomores Daniel Iglesias , Patrick Ingelmo , Richard Herrera and Luis Barreto push the food to the collection truck. The food drive was extremely successful and allowed needy families to enjoy a nice meal for Thanksgiving.
Sophomore Pablo Plasencia passes the bag of rice to Sophomore Michael Martinez during the food drive. With a great deal of effort, the community was able to feed many needy families
By Sean Rencurrell
elen Youth Missions last year was comprised of students from sophomores to seniors 7 as well as teachers. The group set out to help build schools and houses for the needy in the Dominican Republic. They spent ten days working nonstop in the mountains in the village of Venu. The students spent most of their days without showering and sleeping on the bare ground. It was a very tough situation 7 but even worse for the local residents. Through all the sweat and hard work 7 the students got up everyday with the energy to keep working and finish the construction they had started. There were even community members that did not go to the Dominican Republic 7 but helped out in other ways. For example 7 Coach Richard Stuart sent a pair of New Balance shoes to the kids. As always 7 last yeaes trip was an experience that teachers and students will never forget.
Students form the foundation which will support a bridge that will unite two separate villages. Students worked under the hot sun approximately eight hours every day. Below, the bridge completed by the villagers three weeks after the students laid the foundation.
Students , teachers , and villagers all help to remove a truck carrying materials that was stuck in the mud. Materials were bought with the money collected from the Belen community.
Junior Guillermo Echarte stands inside the form for a column which is being poured with concrete to set the foundation for the bridge One of the villagers helped as he collects the empty buckets
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By Richard Costa
ast year 7 s Close Up trip was a [ major success. All the students that attended this trip raved about the hands on educational experience. On this trip 7 each student was paired with a Belen roommate and two roommates from another school in a different state. Schools from all over the United States participated in this program. It was a very college-like experience that taught students responsibility and independence. Each day began with a different workshop that consisted of a number of discussions and activities. In the afternoon 7 the participants went out and toured the city and its multiple memorials. The highlight of the trip 7 besides six inches of snow7 was spending an entire day on Capitol Hill meeting with congressmen and representatives 7 such as Mr. Mario Diaz Balart and Mrs. Ileana Ross-Leightnen. The students had an opportunity to ask questions and give some input. The trip came to an end on the last night with a farewell dance which included all the students who participated in the Close Up program.
Senior Jorge Perez and Junior William Gomez has a discussion with Congressmen Mario Diaz-Balart The Close Up participants were able to meet with several congressmen and discuss topics of interest
Senior Javier Vijil and Junior Carlos Fonseca intently listen to the tour guide give a history of Statuary Hall in the U S Capitol. Statuary Hall was among the different places that were visited during the Close Up trip.
Close Up participants listen to Representative Ileana Ross-Leightinen. Part of the program included a visit to Capitol Hill to meet w ith several political figures.
Sixth grade students hold up a sign as they root for the kids' team during the friendly competition Many students showed support for the kids who played against the parents games during mini olympics
Sixth graders do the wave after sharing a fun day with parents during the mini olympics Mini olympics inlcuded various games such as dodgeball, basketball, football and tug-o-war.
Sixth grade dad Dr. Francisco Jimenez aims to launch the dodgeball against the kids' team Many parents participated in the sixth grade mini olympics, playing a variety of sports with their kids.
Sixth graders enjoy pizza for dinner during the lock-in. The lock-in was the first school event for the sixth graders who got to stay in school overnight.
randparents 7 day at Belen has always been an enjoyable and successful event7 with a consistently good turnout every year. On that Saturday afternoon 7 seventh graders were given the chance to bond with their grandparents as well as with their classmates. There were various events offered throughout the day such as dominoes and bingo. Those events allowed for grandparents and the grandchildren to spend quality time in a fun and exciting way. Among the events 7 there was the math teacher Mr. Juan Luis Flores 7 world renowned tour of Belen. In the tour 7 Flores guided grandparents through the school's halls and classrooms 7 explaining each room 7 s purpose. He also gave a brief historical account of what the rooms used to be 7 and how they came to be what they are today. After a long day of fun activities 7 the grandparents and grandchildren left with a clearer sense of what the school stands for and a new found bond.
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t eac h er Juan Luis Flores explains how the CRC came to be w hat it is today A tour of the school was among the various events that grandparent could attend while participating in the school event.
Grandparents and their grandchildren play a round of dominoes together. Dominoes and bingo were among the more popular games playe d during Grandparents' Day
Grandparents and students interact in a game of bingo during Grandparents Day. Grandparents and their grandchildren had an opportunity to spend some quality time together on that day.
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elen' s Father and Son day has been a standing tradition that allowed eighth graders to enjoy quality bonding time with their dads. On that day, eighth graders and their fathers were given the privilege of enjoying a multitude of events such as dodgeball, football, basketball, and the all out battle of brute strength: the tug-o-war. Throughout the day, eighth graders got the chance to compete with their fellow classmates and fathers to prove who was best. The events not only allowed classmates and fathers to compete, but also for students to enjoy quality time with their dads. ult was a good way to spend time with our dads and take a break from our busy schedules," said eighth grader Ryan Garcia. The activities proved to be fun and stress relieving. Father and Son day was another way to help bring the school community closer together.
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Eighth grade dads pull with all they have to try to beat their sons in tug-owar. Father and Son day was held on November 4th and included various activities that fathers and sons could participate in together.
Eighth graders and their dads play dodgeball in the gym. Competition was intense among the fathers and son, as son try their best to hit their fathers.
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By Benjamin Hubert
ow often do families come together to have a good time? Families came together at Belen for Freshman Family Day and participated in a number of activities. The school provided a variety of new and better games as well as activities for families including football 7 tug-o-war 7 dodge ball and karaoke. Definitely the most favorite activity for the kids was dodge ball. The parents preferred karaoke 7 were tliey showed off their artistic talents by dancing and singing to the song of their choice. Not only were the students and parents involved but teachers got into the action as well. Events like Family Day brought out a sence of community and helped to foster the Wolverine family.
Science Teacher Mr. Rolando Sucena points out to the younger students the course for the potato sack race Among the different sports played during Family Day, the potato sack race was by far the most entertaining for the little ones.
Parents and kids pull with all their might to try and bring down the other team. Basketball, football, and tug-o -war were among the different sports played during the day.
Ninth graders aim to launch the dodgeball at their parents That particular event had the kids paired up against the parents and was a lot of fun to watch.
By Sean Rencurell
n Saturday December 9, 2006 sophomores and their mothers gathered at the school for a day of bonding and fun. They started off their day with a mass, celebrated by Father Pedro Cartaya, SJ, to give thanks for all the mothers. After the mass, breakfast was served. The meal allowed students to spend some quality time with their own mothers as well as the mothers of some of their friends. The moms participated in a raffle for a day at a spa and Best Buy gift cards for their kids. Some of the activities during Mother and Son day included salsa lessons and a skit performed by the mothers who poked fun at their sons. According to Sophomore David Barrera's mom "It was a lot of fun spending quality time with my son." Overall, Mother and Son day was a great turn out and it was enjoyed by all, especially the moms who got to spend the day with their sons.
Sophomore Julian Ucha and his mom practice their salsa moves.
Mother and Son day included different activities from breakfast with mom to salsa lessons
Sophomores and their mothers follo w instructions from the salsa instructor. Salsa lessons gave the mothers and their sons a chance to get down and show off their moves.
Sophomores and their mothers eat breakfast together after celebrating mass. During the breakfast, mothers spent time with their sons and got to know their friends a little better. ·
By David Barrera
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a number of stresed out college bound students and the parents who attended the 2006 college air that was held at the Miami Airport Hilton on October 22. This fair was filled with tons of information for both parents and students regarding college admissions. The fair was a great opportunity to answer questions about colleges, their future plans, and where they want to attend college. Some students attended with many doubts as to which college to attend and were greatly relieved after they received assistance from college recruiters. The fair last year was better than ever with the presence of the future senior Wolverines. Some students even volunteered to assist the college representatives in the specific bootfis.
Senior David Otero , Junior Brian Otero and their father talk to a college representative from North Carolina College The college fair offered a wealth of information to students looking for early college placement.
Junior Roberto Sroka signs in with Director of Guidance and College Counseling Charmaine W Icaza and Guidance Counselor Luis Deschapelles. Sroka was very excited to attend the college fair.
Junior Daniel Barrera talks to a college representative at the college fair. Coincidentally, our very own Alumni Executive Director and History teacher Alexis Zequeira was also the representative for Holy Cross College.
By Matthew Cabrera and Michael Roura
ombola has always been known as the festival of the year for the local community. It is a great opportunity to enjoy great food, games and quality time with family and friends. Last year was no different. T ombola was held February 23rd through 25th. The festival had its usual array of foods including the famous Pan con Lechon provided by the homeroom of Social Studies teacher Mr. Eugene Zoller. The various food booths served plates ranging from typical Cuban foods to exotic Mexican plates. Families and friends also enjoyed the entertainment booths like the football toss and the dunking booth. The dunking booth allowed you to take your shot at soaking students like Junior Arnulfo Izquierdo or Football Coach, Mr. Tam orris Wooten.
Among the highlights of T ombola were the many rides. The school brought back all the usual rides like the 'Pirate Ship'
and the 'Scrambler'. Even students from other schools enjoyed the variety of rides in the festival. "I loved the drop ride. I felt like I was on an outdoor 'Tower of Terror'," said eighth grader Samantha Cabrera, a student from Saint Thomas the Apostle.
The festival and rides continued until the closing hours on Sunday night. The school closed out the party with the annual talent show. Students performed with the bands to an audience of students, parents and teachers. "I loved being able to show off all my skills in front of the whole school," said drummer Junior Jorge Gadala-Maria.
The weather cooperated all three days and the sun shone brightly on the school. The large crowds and the festivities proved once more that when it comes to pulling through for our school, the community is always there. T ombola raised thousands of dollars and every penny went to student scholarships.
Mr Guitian and Mr Diaz enjoy a cigar with Science Chairperson Dr Pedro Hernandez. After working hard during T ombola, many people took a break to enjoy the various foods and rides.
Sophomores Steven San Miguel and Jorge rock the house at the annual talent show held in the Kohly Auditorium. The show created even more revenue to help fund the scholarships for many students.
Sixth grader Guillermo Pujals tries his skills at archery. The bow and arrow booth was popular among the many different activities during T ombola.
Sophomores Andres Gomez and Marco Peraza prepare carne al pincho with English teacher Mr. Carlos Maza. Last year , food booths offered delicacies from Cuba, Mexico and even Brazil.
Eighth grader Ramon Castella enjoys the Drop ofTerror with some friends. The Drop of Terror was very popular among the young dare junkies
Junior Daniel Mion-Bet prepares for the inevitable fate of being dunked. Mion-Bet succeeded in raising the most money in the dunking booth.
By Benjamin Hubert
in ceremony is probably one of the most important moments of the eighth grade year. The pin ceremony is a symbolic gesture which signifies the eighth graders 7 transition into high school and as freshmen. But this mass means much more to the students as well; this is the last stride before high school.
"The pin ceremony means that we are done with middle school and we are getting ready to enter high school 7 77 said eighth grader Christian Gonzalez. Whereas the seniors receive rings) the eighth graders were awarded pins. The ceremony started with the students and their parents walking in. The mass was held in the gym due to the high number of attendees. Like all past years 7 hundreds of relatives went to the ceremony and packed the school gym. Later the pins were brought up during the offerings.
The mass was celebrated by Father Marcelino Garcia SJ and was co-celebrated by Father Frank Permuy SL Father Serafin Coste SL Father Francisco Perez-Lerena SJ and Deacon Robert 0 7 Malley. After the mass 7 the pins were distributed by Father Marcelino and the pertaining homeroom teachers. After the ceremony parents and students were invited to a reception in the cafeteria.
"My favorite part about the ceremony was being with my family and also knowing that I was taking a step towards high school7 77 said eighth grader Julian Rey.
Eighth grader Carlos Omana and his parents walk down the center aisle of the gym as he prepares to receive his pin. Students sat down with their parents at either side thorughout the ceremony.
Father Frank Permuy SJ officiates the mass at the Pin Ceremony The students and their parents remained silent and respectful during the emotional homily.
Eighth graders and their families gather together to celebrate the completion of middle school. The ceremony was the first step before entering high school.
By Andre Garcia
ighth grade formal was a night to remember. The formal was held on April 28th in the school cafeteria. On arriving to the formal all the students and their dates where ___ greeted by Mr. Zoller and Mr. Scull.
As they entered the cafeteria the students along with their dates were welcomed to have soft drinks and hors d'ouvers.
"The food was so sick because we could eat as much as we wanted to," said eighth grader Ryan Garcia. The formal gave students the opportunity to take pictures which would help them remember the incredible night.
The D Js for the formal were Juniors Daniel Mion-Bet and Fernando Garcia who had many formal goers dancing to the beat of the music. Besides the students, faculty also had a great time while chaperoning the night. The event was a great reunion for the class of 2011 to unite and have a good time which they will always remember.
"This dance was insane, I've never had so much fun,'' said eighth grader Manuel Sicre.
Eighth grade students and their dates enjoy the night by letting loose and dancing to the music. The eighth grade formal took place in the school cafeteria which was beautifully decorated by the parents.
Eighth grader Fausto Diaz shows off by breaking out his moves at the formal. Diaz spent the entire night dancing to the sounds of the DJ.
Eighth grader Nicholas Menocal and his date pose for a picture on formal night All couples had an opportunity to take a professional picture upon arrival.
By : Andres Rovirosa
unior prom was held last year at the Miami Beach Resort Spa Hotel on Saturday7 March 31st. The theme that pertained to the night was "It's a Jungle Out There. 77 The parents saw it fit to grant their sons a night of unforgettable memories.
The evening began around 8:30 7 when juniors arrived and were heartily greeted by their teachers. Juniors were also given the opportunity to have their portrait photos taken by a professional photographer.
aThe ballroom was sick! 77 said Junior Jorge Victor de Ona. "The location was outrageous. 77
The room was vividly decorated with center pieces resembling palm trees. There were straw hats and masks on every table which the students put on immediately. The decor created a sense of tropical elegance which the students greatly enjoyed.
The students feasted on a fabulous dinner of creamed chicken with mashed potatoes 7 accompanied
with a slice of exquisite chocolate layered cake. Later that night 7 the sounds of the latest7 most popular music filled the ballroom as the D J got the party started.
"The music was slammin 7 jammin 7 /' said Junior Christopher Henry who attended the prom with Sophomore Jeanine Mason from Ransom Everglades.
Students danced the night away to all sorts of music from slow sentimental ballads to the more popular tunes including "We 7 re Taking Over 77 by DJ Khalid.
The select junior teachers who attended and chaperoned the event were Math teacb.er Mr. Miguel Couto 7 Social Studies teacher Mr. Luis Dulzaides 7 and En.9,lish teacher Ms. Cristina Ramirez. I thought the prorr:- was fantabulous/' stated Ms. Ram1rez.
The prom was a grand success 7 seeing that a vast of the junior class attended and indulged in the festivities.
Juniors Nicholas Volsky and Giovanni Rodriguez and their dates eagerly await the Juniors Eric Guitian, Samir Moussawel and Matthew Jordan dance the night away amazing meal provided at Junior Prom "The food was smashing," said Rodriguez with their dates and friends. The DJ that night played all types of music from trance to hip-hop
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looks at him in awe. Abaroa grew his side burns just for the occasion.
Junior Alexander Snyder gets the party going as he crowd surfs. Snyder was the crowd surfing champion of the junior class.
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A crowd of juniors show their 'skanking' skills. 'Skanking' was a popular form of dance used while listening to rock music.
Junior Carlos Diaz sports his leopard skin mask provided at every table. "The women could not resist the mask," said Diaz
By Andres Rovirosa
raduating seniors from the class of 2007 arrived at the elegant Colonnade Hotel for their final and school dance 7 the .._... sen1or prom.
As the students and their dates assembled in the ballroom 7 they took notice of last year's theme 7 "Casino Royale. 77 The main and extravagant attraction of the night was the room 7 s centerpiece: a fountain with a four-card top overflowing with water 7 which was circled by an array of candles. All the tables were arranged around this piece 7 making it the most definitive aecoration of the entire event.
"The decorations were really cool 7 and everything went well with the theme 7 77 said Senior Alexis Fernandez.
As the seniors sat down at their tables 7 they feasted on an exquisite serving of chicken breast liglitly glazed with fine gravy 7 and a
side of mashed potatoes. Chocolate and vanilla mousse complimented the great meal and made it that much 'sweeter 7 •
Once dinner was over 7 the seniors then moved to the back area for a night of fun and dancing. A unique factor of the prom was that students not only could dance in the back7 but also on the second floor balconY,.
'I thought it was great how the entire senior class came together during the prom/ said Senior John Smit7 "It felt as if we were all best friends. 77
Chaperones at the prom included Mr. Thomas Dequesada 7 Mr. Pablo T aquechel 7 Father Guillermo Garcia-Tunon SL Mr. Jose Del Dago 7 Mr. Jose Roca 7 Miss Adriana Suarez 7 and Dr. Armando Rodriguez.
All and all 7 the seniors 7 last school dance was one that they will cherish forever.
Senior John Slater socializes with two young ladies. The prom was a great chance for Belen students to meet girls from different schools
Seniors dance as they celebrate their last prom as Belen students The prom featured two different dance floors: one was the main floor and the other was the balcony.
Seniors show off their dancing moves with their dates. The seniors had a night full of unforgetable memories.
Senior David Fragio
enjoy the rich chocolate mousse They both found the, food served at the prom very delightful.
Senior Andrew Fernandez and his date laugh it up. Fernandez and his date both agreed that the prom decorations were very well set up.
Senior Michael Alvarez and Alexandra De Armas break it down on the dance floor. Both Alvarez and his date loved the choice of music that was played.
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hereas most parochial schools incorporate a mass along with their graduation 7 Belen tradition separates both events.
The purpose of having a Baccalaureate Mass is to celebrate the spiritual aspect of the school and its graduates instead of the academic side which is the main focus of graduation.
Last year at the Baccalaureate mass 7 two students were honored for their spiritual leadership. Senior Daniel Parra was honored for excellence in retreat ministry while Senior Juan Mora was honored for excellence in service.
The mass was held at St. Kevin 7 s around 8 pm on April 26. The officiating priest was Father Jordi Rivero who happened to be a Belen alumnus from the class of 1972. Seniors walked in with their mothers which was very symbolic since they walked in with their fathers at the beginning of the year during the ring ceremony. Seniors walked in holding the class banner and the composite portraying all the senior pictures. In addition 7 the sixth grade choir performed several songs. The entire senior class attended along with most senior teachers and administrators.
uThe mass was the one thing I had been waiting seven years for/ 7 said Senior Nicholas Diaz.
Seniors Guy Loret de Mola and Paul Pino walk down the aisle with the senior composite. The senior composite featured the pictures of all graduating seniors.
Senior Michael Chisholm walks into the mass together with his mother. Seniors walked side by side with their mothers as they entered the ceremony
Seniors Steven Rico and Jose Arredondo walk down the aisle displaying the class banner. The traditional class banner was displayed in the library to commemorate the graduating class.
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ast year the Wolverine class of 2007 embarked and took part in a tradition that seniors nationwide have been enjoying for many years: Grad Nite.
It started off as the seniors arrived in Disney 7 s Animal Kingdom 7 where they enjoyed the rides until 9 0 7 clock at night. The festivities then continued into the Magic Kingdom until 4 in the morning.
Not only did the class have the privilege of enjoying all the fun and excitement that Disney 7 s parks had to offer 7 but the night was also complimented by the appearance of musical guests such as aThe Fray7 77 and acartel. 77 As if that weren 7 t good enough 7 the seniors took part in a foam party hosted by Disney. alt was everything I expected 7 77 said senior Mauricio Rodriguez.
When they arrived back at school the next morning 7 exhausted with fatigue 7 all was well and not a single factor had blemished the night. It was an exuberant7 incredible night that will live on in the minds of the graduates 7 and the perfect way to conclude an incredible year.
Senior Daniel Monzon gets it no character as he fights the evil emperor Zurg in the Buzz Lightyear ride. The ride gave seniors a chance to test their laser beam target scores against each other.
Members of the class of 2007 blending in with the masses attempt to ga in admission into the Disney park. Grad Nite w as hosted by Disney World to all graduating seniors from around the nation
Seniors pretend to sleep during the mega 85 foot fall from Disney's Splash Mountain. This ride was one of most popular among the students.
By Arnulfo Izquierdo and Richard Co sta
lue graduation gowns draped the stage of the James L. Knight center as all 161 seniors received their diplomas after years of waiting. It was 10:30 p.m. on May 22nd, when the class of 2007 had officially graduated from high school and became official alumni.
Student Council President and Salutatorian Senior Daniel Urgelles kicked off the graduation with an inspiring speech where he reminisced about the good times spent while in the school. The speech was followed by guest speaker Dr. Antonio Jorge, a Belen alumnus with a remarkable resume. Dr. Jorge's spoke to the seniors about the meaning of being a Belen graduate, and what they should all expect in the coming years.
After the speech came the presentation of diplomas, "We all have been waiting for it for a longtime, and now that it's here we didn't want it to happen. It's a bitter sweet emotion," said Senior John Smit.
Later in the ceremony, the class president, Urgelles, presented Mr.
Manuel Hidalgo, the guest speaker from the class of 1957, with the 2007 Graduation Banner. One key moment in Mr. Hidalgo's speech was when he asked the graduates to imagine coming back to speak to the class of 2057.
After the Graduation Banner was presented, Principal and President Father Marcelino Garcia, SJ proceeded to present the special awards. Among the many special awards given that night were the Archbishop Award presented to Senior Alejandro Fonseca.The award was given by the Archdiocese to the graduate that best exemplified the values of the gospel. The Jesuit Award, given to one wellrounded student who competent and open to religious growth, was presented to Senior Carlos Jordan. The Service Award was given to Seniors Oscar Guerrero and Victor Marmo!. Senior Rafael Romero, the class Valedictorian ended the ceremony with a humorous yet heartfelt speech. The ceremony was flawless and inspiring. Most seniors agreed that it was the one night that they would never forget.
Senior Carlos Jordan receives the Jesuit Award from Father PerezLerena The award was given to the person who exemplified the Ignatian spirit of life .
Class Salutatorian Senior Daniel Urgelles walks up to receiye his diploma. Urgelles also received the traditional Senior of the Year award
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Valedictorian Senior Rafael Romero reminded the audience of his experiences while in the school. Romero w ill be attending Princeton in the fall of 2007.
Members of the graduating class of 2007 bask in the glow as they prepare to receive their diplomas The graduating class consisted of a total of 161 seniors
Guest Speaker Dr Antonio Jorg e motivates the listening seniors to continue to be men for others Dr Jorge was the key note speaker at the graduati on ceremony and an alumnus from the class of 1949
Senior Paul Pino receives his
from Fr. Marcelino. The moment was highly emotional for both the senior and the school community.
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Julio Alejandro, God has given us a great son and role model for your siblings. We know the best is yet to come. May God bless you and all your friends Love Mami, Papi, Juan Ma, Caro, Vicky, and Gaby
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7"ou have grown into a woruferju[ young man
.9l.s you 6egin a new chapter in your [ije, we want to wish you much success. yod wi[[ 6e with you in yourjourney. that you are never afone. 'Hle encourage you to afways fo[[ow your dreams.
?vfif(g, never forget that w e fove you, support you, and 6dieve in you.
Congratu[ations, on your graduation, to you and the crass of 200 7
Love, Mom, '])ad, and :fami{y
Dan no , The Future Is Here And Your Time Has Come To Grab On To The Wheel And Steer Through Life , Take Comfort In Knowing That We've Cleared The Way For You As Best As We've Known. And If From Afar , You See A Fork In The Road And Know Not Where To Go
Rely On The Values That Upon You , We've Bestowed Follow HIS Light That Shines From Above And Feel Not Alone , For With You Is His Grace And Our Un-Ending Love. CONGRATULATIONS! We Are So Very Proud Of You ! Mom , Dad , Abuela and Devin
Carlos Briceno Tamargo
me as an infant, me as a toddler, me & alex, me & dad, brandy, me , dad nicky , brothers & cousins in aspen , me , my mom & brothers at atlantis, me, jav1 & max hockey team , me, tommy, bea, gabe & maria at me , my dad & brothers my family at the office x-mas lunch, me & natahe m snowmass, me , me at patches, me & ashley, me & my family, my happy b-day me, me & & dad , me, nicky & alex in aspen , me & natalie & alex, me , chns & alex, me kyle , j.c. & matt at halloween horror nights, me & josie, me & my grandma & Jllywood, me, with max, danny, j c. , matt, kyle and alex at halloween horror
me & dad, me & grandma, me & mom , me, my brothers & cousins atlantis, me , my at the palace, my football team, me at the hockey rink with the mouriz clan, my at snowmass, football me, me & my team-mates at the sports banquet, me and harbou r island, me, nicky & danny snowboarding, me , darmy & steph, crazy me, augie , me & m y family at alex·s b-day, me, nicky & dad , me & my friends , me & my family in beverly hills, me, max, kyle, danielle &j .c., me & mom, me & michael , me & friends , me & my family , me & my brothers & friends in universa l nights.
Dear JC , congratulations on your graduation !
You just completed high school and as you prepare to go on to college and lffe, we want you to know that we are very proud of you and !hat we feel very blessed to have you as our son
You are our pride and joy
During your years at Belen , we watched you grow and become a well rounded man Always remenber the good times, friends and !earnings at Belen as they will help you in the future
We wisl1 you all the luck in college and in life and we pray that our Lord Jesus and our blessed mother guide you and watch over you
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Dear Oscar:
It seems it was yesterday when you would say "sonte" & "tiste". Today we feel blessed with the beautiful and caring man that you have become.
Always remember that we will love you and support you with everything you do.
May the presence of God always guide you.
Te queremos mucho,
Mami yPapi
Congratulations to you and the class of 2007 !
CONGRATULATIONS CLASS 2007!!!!!!!! To our Jose Antonio Cabal-Ugaz Nobody more proud than us. You are a truly champion. God bless you always .... Mom, Dad, Franchesca and all your family
Remember nothing is you Just need to work hard to get it. We wish you success and
There are no words to tell you ' howmuch We Love you.
Papt Mamt and Rene
Adrian,
May God always keep you and guide you in tlze right path. We are very proud of tlze man you lzave become.
Love, Mom, Dad and Alex
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'You furve touclietf our liearts antima4e us prow{ more often tlian you can imagine.
'You furve every reason to 6e prow{ofyour accomptisliments, striws antiifJorts.
'Your tfetftelltion antitfetermination furve proven your strengtft. (jootf moralS antia Wving lieart contri6ute to wontferju[man you are.
'You are giftetf witli an eruffess array ofwontferJu£ talents antioppartunities. tz'a,% time to aucover antiexplOre youreifts. .ft(ways remem6er tlie vast potentialwitli wliicli you liave 6een 6Cessea. CJJefiew in yourself to trust your a6i6tiu, anti furve tlie couraoe to pursue tliem.
'We pray tliat tlie £ortfwillafwayseuitfe antiprotect you. we s/iai[fove you 110 matterwliat patli you c6.oose to emErace.
'We CJJefen Community, for everyone lias touclietfJuan-Jose's life in a speci4£ way.
Congratuliztions
Juan-Jose antiyourJrietfs Clizss of2007
Just look over your shoulder and we'll be there always
Felipe mi hijo eres el regalo mas grande que Dios me ha dado ,gracias parser como eres ,yen Dios confio que asi sigas, un mu.chacho tan honesto,humilde,seY,tHLJ(o y con una moral tan en alto . Con seguridad se que tu futuro va ser muy brillante Que Dios te bendiga hoy y si · pre tu 1nadre que te ama y confia Xconfiara en ti siempre .
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Bandido was the number one Wolverine fan. He partic ipated in the sc h oo l 's Chri stmas plays, Senior Skit, class r oom presentations, · attended Tombola and sports events.
Leyva, Christopher 69 Leyva, Frank 74, 137, 160 Lima, James 69 , 152
Lindsay, Joseph 69, 114, 168
Llano, Jordan 74, 143 Llano , Joshua 50, 111 , 123, 142, 143 Llano , Justin 69, 100, 143 Llansa, Juan 69 Llauro, Daniel 41, 257 Llorens, Jose 69 Llorido , Jose 125, 197
Lluvet, Angel 5 7, 136, 164 Lobo , Daniel 50 , 115, 121 , 158 Lobo , Michael 62 , 94, 121, 123 Laminae, Jordan 69 , 168 Londono, Oscar 50 , 122, 123, 148, 149, 192
Lopes-Molina , Robert 125, 126, 146
Lo pez, Anthony 62 , 124, 145, 170, 171, 172
Lo pez, Asis 4 1, 122, 163
Lopez, Carlos 50, 129, 167
Lopez, Christopher 62
Lopez, Daniel 69, 80 Lopez, Frank 62 , 104 Lopez, James 62, 136 Lopez, Joseph 69
Lopez, Joshua 69, 140, 155, 168 Lopez, Juan 57, 144, 145, 170, 171 Lopez, Julio 57 , 144, 170, 171 Lopez, Lawrence 41 Lopez, Michae l 74
Lopez, Yoe 30, 50 , 53 , 162 , 163
Lopez-Bosch, Ivan 74
Lopez-Cantera, Victor 50, 123, 127, 145 Lopez-Castro , Amadeo 74 Lopez-Molina, Roberto 69 Lopez-Vellon, Susa n 92
Lorenzo, Adrian 41, 122, 162, 163, 181, 261 Lorenzo, Bryan 92 Lorenzo, Manuel 62 , 127, 147 Loret De Mala , Gabriel 69, 140, 158, 166, 167, 168 Loret de Mala, Guy 47, 131 Lorido, Jose 69, 168 Lorido, Juan 80 , 140, 147, 168 Lorido, Ron 159 Losada, Christopher 80 Lowenhaupt, Kevin 74 Lowenthal, Patrick 57 Loys, Raul 57, 157 Luaces , Alberto 62 , 69 Lucas, Jonathan 80 , 159 Lund , Roger 92
MMachado , Alejandro 74
Machado, Fernando 57, 120, 121 , 129, 171 , 185
Machado, Juan 62, 129
Machado, Roberto 57, 117, 141
Macias , Alec 74, 153 , 168
Macias, Jordan 229
Macias, Jordi 15, 26, 41, 45 , 135
Madariaga, Nicholas 41, 122
Malouf, Antonio 69, 125, 126
Malvar, Francisco 62, 121
Mancia, Andrew 62 , 116
Manes, Luis 41 , 135
Manrara, Ana 92
Mansilla, Emilio 62
Mantovani, Gianni 74
Manzanares , Andres 80 , 140, 159
Manzanares, Daniel 69
Marabotto, Daniel Ramos 52, 112 , 149
Marcos , Juan Jose 41 , 127, 147, 267
Marina, Alexander 62 , 12 1
Marinez, Jorge 131 , 188
Marmol, Andres 50 , 122 , 157
Marmo!, Victor 41, 117, 121, 122, 123, 128, 196, 206
l0 the 2007 echoes was printed by herff jones represented JCPy patty posey and vicky aguirre. our customer service person in charlotte, north carolina was carolyn parker. our chosen theme was J$ etter l> ecause this year J$ ook was the first in
school history to be an all color D ook. the school had also achieved a etter status after J$ eing reviewed and accreditted by the SACS committee. our cover was vista custom and grained on 145 point J$ oard with a matt navy material and two silkscreen inks, golden yellow and white. the J$ ook was printed on eighty pound gloss paper, and our endsheets were four color litho different front and I; ack. our year J$ ook included a total of 336 pages printed in full color and no spot color was used. J$ ody copy and caption font was schnittger, and the headline was harold. we used !>oth ado ft: e photoshop 7.01 and ado J$ e indesign cs. our mug shot photos and pictures of special events were taken T$y foxmar studios. echoes is a mem l$ er of cspa, nspa, and jea. we would like to give special thanks to everyone who supported us throughout the year, especially father marcelino garcia sj, mr. jose roca and our iggest fan, father sardina, sj. we would also like to thank mr. victor arrieta, mr. thomas de quesada and mr. alex zequeira for providing us with the pictures and always on a timely J$ asis. we could not do it without them. last J$ ut not least, we would like to thank vicky and patty for always l> eing there for us. we appreciate your help and your understanding of our school's unique needs.
Senior Editor-in-Chief Nicholas Diaz
Editor-in-Chief
Junior
Matthew Cabrera
Section Editors from left to right: Byron Soler, Joshua Llano , Victor Saizarbitoria , Nicholas Mouriz, Juan Carlos DiazPadron, Nicholas Herrera, Giancarlo Arrazola, Christopher Cruz and Nelson Alemany.
