NEWS ARCHIVE
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Wed, 13 May 2026Innovation Meets Design: New Website Launched
Belen Jesuit Preparatory School is proud to announce the launch of its newly redesigned website, belenjesuit.org.
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Wed, 13 May 2026Silver Knight Awards Results 2026
Matthew Vila ’26 won the Silver Knight in Music and Dance and Joaquín Otero ’26 won Honorable Mention in Speech.
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Fri, 08 May 2026“We are brothers and together nothing is impossible”
Michael Dreize gave a powerful testimonial at the Class of 2030 Pin Mass on May 7th.
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Tue, 05 May 2026Class of 2026 Banner
The Class of 2026 banner was presented during the Baccalaureate Mass on May 3rd.
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Fri, 01 May 20262026 Day of Giving
The 2026 Day of Giving will be held from noon on May 6 to 10 p.m. on May 7.
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Fri, 01 May 2026Construction Begins on Long-Awaited Student Center
Phase 1 of the Student Center is now underway. Demolition began in the F-section on April 30th.
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Wed, 22 Apr 20262026 Milestone Anniversaries Celebrated
Twenty-five employees celebrated milestone anniversaries during the 2025-2026 academic year.
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Wed, 22 Apr 2026Class of 2026 Brigadier Announced
Marco Felipe Alberni was named the Brigadier for the Class of 2026.
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Tue, 21 Apr 20262026 April College Commitment Ceremony
During the April 21st commitment ceremony, two student-athletes signed their national letters of intent to play their sport at the collegiate level.
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Tue, 21 Apr 20262026 Summer Enrichment Programs
During the summer of 2026, the school offers an array of enrichment programs and summer camps.
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Wed, 15 Apr 2026Director of Student Career Development Hired
The Belen Jesuit Administration is excited to announce the hiring of Michelle Miñoso as the Director of Student Career Development.
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Tue, 14 Apr 2026Support the 2026 Belen Youth Missions
Support this year's Belen Youth Missionaries. This summer, 60 members of the class of 2027 will build an aqueduct in the Dominican Republic.
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Mon, 23 Mar 2026Wolverines Dominate Nike Indoor Nationals
The Wolverines return home with a trophy case full of hardware but remain focused on the rest of the season as they look to become back-to-back state champions.
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Mon, 23 Mar 2026Class of 2026 Commencement Speaker Announced
Belen Jesuit proudly announces that longtime University of Miami Basketball Coach Jim Larrañaga will be the commencement speaker at the class of 2026 graduation ceremony on May 20th at the Adrienne Arsht Center in Miami.
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Mon, 23 Mar 20262026 Alumnus of the Year Announced
The Annual Fr. Dorta-Duque, S.J. Memorial Tombola will be held from January 30 to February 1, 2026.
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Wed, 18 Mar 2026March College Commitment Ceremony
The Belen Jesuit community proudly announces that a student-athlete signed his national letter of intent to play his sport at the collegiate level.
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Mon, 23 Feb 2026Magis Andrew Vargas ’00
Andrew Vargas ’00 is reflective when talking about his Belen education.
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Thu, 19 Feb 2026Iron Sharpens Iron Ignatian Speaker Series
The school administration drew inspiration from this year’s theme, “Iron Sharpens Iron,” to debut the inaugural speaker series. Three talented and dynamic speakers were invited not only to speak to students during the school day, but also to parents and members of the community.
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Wed, 18 Feb 2026Why I Give Back
I realized I had found something special: a place that would not only challenge me academically, but also shape my character, my values, and ultimately, the person I would become.
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Fri, 13 Feb 2026A Mission of Their Own: Belen Alumni Mission Launches
Giving back has always been woven into the fabric of Jesuit life. It shows up in school-wide initiatives, community service, and—most powerfully—in the life-changing Belen Youth Mission trip (BYM).
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Thu, 12 Feb 2026Founding of a City Exploring Miamis Roots
Since 2016, 8th-grade students have been offered the opportunity to experience the Close Up Foundation program, Founding of a Nation (FOAN). This program allows students to explore Philadelphia, PA, Williamsburg and Yorktown, VA, and Washington, D.C.’s numerous landmarks and museums, and enjoy countless activities that help them learn about the history and origins of the United States of America.
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Thu, 05 Feb 2026Maury Park Dedication Ceremony
Belen Jesuit Preparatory School proudly celebrated the dedication of Maury Park on February 5, 2026, marking the official opening of its state-of-the-art baseball complex.
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Fri, 16 Jan 2026A Place to Call Home Alexander Pena ’06
Eight years ago, I made one of the most significant decisions of my life: trading the courtroom for the classroom. I have never been happier since.
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Fri, 16 Jan 2026Carrying the Mission Forward Alumni Deepen Their Ignatian Roots
Inspired by St. Ignatius of Loyola’s directive to “set the world on fire” and guided by Belen’s strategic plan, the alumni board established the Catholic Jesuit Identity (CJI) Committee earlier this year.
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Fri, 16 Jan 2026Get Ready for Tombola 2026
The Annual Fr. Dorta-Duque, S.J. Memorial Tombola will be held from January 30 to February 1, 2026.
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Mon, 01 Dec 2025Belen Hall of Fame Inductees Announced
Belen Jesuit Preparatory School proudly announces that nine distinguished individuals will be inducted into the Belen Hall of Fame, Class of 2026, on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. at the InterContinental Miami.
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Tue, 25 Nov 2025Founding of a Nation
Members of the Class of 2030 have returned home after a memorable four-day Founding of a Nation (FOAN) trip through Philadelphia, Virginia, and Washington, D.C.
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Sun, 23 Nov 2025Cross Country Wins 9th Consecutive State Title
The Belen Jesuit Cross Country team delivered once again on Saturday morning, conquering humid and dusty conditions at Apalachee Regional Park in Tallahassee to win the FHSAA 3A 2025 State Championship.
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Wed, 12 Nov 2025Fall 2025 College Commitment Ceremony
The Belen Jesuit community proudly announces that five student-athletes have signed their National Letters of Intent to continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level.
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Thu, 23 Oct 2025Building Bridges of Faith & Opportunity
In the fall of 2021, Belen Jesuit Preparatory School’s Admissions Office began what has since become a defining tradition rooted in connection, community, and faith.
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Thu, 23 Oct 2025Roadmap to the Future
This past school year, Belen Jesuit continued advancing the priorities outlined in our Strategic Plan with unwavering momentum.
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Wed, 22 Oct 2025Gaudí, Grottos, & Grace: A Jesuit Student Pilgrimage
Following in the footsteps of Ignatius of Loyola requires a willingness to take the first step and embrace whatever God places before us. This summer we traveled to Spain, France, and Portugal in search of our Jesuit and Marian roots.
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Thu, 09 Oct 2025Belen Jesuit Now Accepts Crypto Donations
Today, we are pleased to announce The Mariana Society, which provides a new way to give: cryptocurrency donations.
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Sat, 04 Oct 2025Iron Sharpens Iron Speaker Series
Join us this semester for a fantastic new series featuring dynamic and powerful speakers. All the presentations will be held in the Roca Theater at 7:30 p.m.
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Wed, 01 Oct 2025Belen Jesuit Recognized Among 2026 Best Catholic Schools in America
On September 26, Niche released its annual rankings, and Belen earned the distinction of being ranked #1 Best All-Boys High School in Florida.
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Wed, 10 Sep 2025College Board National Recognition Program
Congratulations to the six students named Semifinalists in the 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program: Max Erdmann, Santiago Felix-Padilla, Andres Hoyos, Julian Quijano, Renier Quintero, and Luis Souto.
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Wed, 03 Sep 2025Major Gift Announcement: Kadre Counseling Center
Belen Jesuit Preparatory School in Miami is proud to announce that Manny Kadre, on behalf of his family, has pledged a significant gift in support of the school’s 2022 Strategic Plan.
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Tue, 02 Sep 202525 Years of Service to Others
On September 2, 2025, Belen Jesuit Preparatory School in Miami celebrated the 25th anniversary of Fr. Willie’s ordination to the priesthood.
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Wed, 27 Aug 2025Student Travel Programs Expand
Last school year, the Office of International Studies was established. Now, as the new school year begins, the Office is excited to announce two pilgrimages for 2026.
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Mon, 25 Aug 2025Ignatian Educator of the Year Named
Deacon Robert O'Malley has been chosen by his colleagues as the fourth recipient of the prestigious Beatriz Jiménez Ignatian Educator of the Year Award
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Fri, 22 Aug 2025New Tradition Launched
On August 19, a new tradition began at Belen Jesuit as we officially welcomed the Class of 2032 into the Belen brotherhood.
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Wed, 20 Aug 2025As Iron Sharpens Iron, So One Man Sharpens Another
Fr. Guillermo García-Tuñón, S.J. delivered this welcome message at the beginning of the 2025-2026 Academic Year in the Roberto C. Goizueta Innovation Center.
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Thu, 14 Aug 2025Get to Know Fr. Joseph Hill, S.J.
Fr. Joseph Hill, S.J., will be calling Belen Jesuit home for the next 2 years, and we are excited to welcome him into the #BFamily.
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Fri, 08 Aug 2025Over 100 Belen Students Gain Real-World Experience Through Summer Internships
An example of an education meeting opportunity, Belen Jesuit wraps up another successful summer internship program.
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Wed, 06 Aug 2025My BYM Experience
When Father Willie asked me to write this reflection on the BYM trip, I was thrilled to be chosen to write it.
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Thu, 01 May 2025In Memoriam: Fr. Pedro A. Súarez, S.J. '58
We regret to inform you that Fr. Pedro A. Suárez, S.J., who served as president of Belen Jesuit, passed away early this morning in the Dominican Republic.
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Wed, 09 Apr 2025New Exhibition Coming to the Saladrigas Gallery
Belen Jesuit Preparatory School’s Olga M. & Carlos A. Saladrigas Art Gallery at the Ignatian Center for the Arts proudly opens the 2025–2026 season with a landmark exhibition featuring world-renowned Haitian-American artist Edouard Duval-Carrié.
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Wed, 05 Feb 20252026 Silver Knight Nominees Announced
Belen Jesuit Preparatory School proudly recognizes nine exceptional seniors as nominees for the 68th Annual Silver Knight Awards.
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Tue, 04 Feb 2025Spring 2026 College Commitment Ceremony
The Belen Jesuit community proudly announces that two student-athletes signed their national letters of intent to play their sport at the collegiate level.
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Mon, 03 Feb 2025Tombola 2026 Success
Thousands of people came together to celebrate the annual Fr. Dorta-Duque, S.J. Memorial Tombola held on the Belen campus from January 30 to February 1.
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Fri, 10 Jan 2025Volunteer Service Fair 2025
The Volunteer Service Fair was held on September 30 for students in 9th and 10th grade, as well as those from 11th grade who had signed up.
