École Saint Barthélémy Alumni Page
Lucanes Louis is a proud graduate of St. Barthélémy (Class of 2019) and is currently pursuing a degree in computer science. Lucanes manages the Alumni Facebook Group, serves as our Alumni Reporter, and consistently encourages and celebrates alumni achievements. Below, he shares with us highlights of two talented young entrepreneurs. The updates on recent college graduates and what alumni are doing now are also courtesy of Lucanes and his amazing networking skills. Stay tuned for future reports from Lucanes on what he and other alumni are up to!
Artistic Entrepreneurs
One woman, one passion, one mission: Betshabee Charles
By Lucanes Louis
There are inspiring journeys... and Betshabee Charles’ is one of them. A nurse with a degree from the Good Samaritan Mission University (Tabarre) and a former student of Saint Barthélémy, she decided not to stop at just one dream. Driven by her passion for hair beauty, she founded Sabée Confection des Perruques (SCP). Since then, she has lovingly and patiently trained young people in Terrier Rouge, Trou-du-Nord, Cap-Haïtien, and soon Limonade. Soon, there will be the 10th edition of her training courses. Yes, already! But Betshabee sees further. In 2026, she will launch Sabée École Professionnelle, a school designed for young people, especially young women, who want to learn a real trade and take charge of their own lives. Among the training courses offered are: Nail salon, Makeup, Crochet, Dreadlocks, Wig making, and Decoration.
She says it from the heart: “Sabée Confection des Perruques (SCP) is not just a school that teaches wig making. It is also a true source of motivation for anyone who has a dream within them and wants to make it come true. Even if that dream doesn’t involve wig making, it can come true in a completely different field.”
Behind every strand, every needle, every smile in the workshop, hides a woman who believes in her country, in her youth, in her dreams. Betshabee is living proof that everything begins with passion... and a lot of love. Follow and support her work: Sabée confections d’perruques on Facebook. (This successful young entrepreneur has over 10,000 followers on Facebook!)
Portrait of an inspiring designer: Widenise Jean-François,
founder of *W&A Collections*
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With over 378 Facebook followers already, her community continues to grow. She embodies a creative, resilient, and empowered youth. Her brand showcases handmade craftsmanship and tropical elegance, combining tradition and modernity. Follow *WidsAyoue Collections* on Facebook to discover her unique creations and encourage local art.
A graduate of École Saint Barthélémy, Widenise Jean-François now showcases her talent through *W&A Collections*, a handcrafted brand specializing in crochet clothing. Having trained extensively in this delicate art, she passionately shares her expertise, sometimes bringing together more than a dozen young people to her workshops.
By Lucanes Louis
Loovendy Félix, Class of 2024 graduate, has applied his nonstop energy and ideas in Terrier Rouge! Loovendy, among other things, has a hairstyling salon and an artist and modeling agency, which performed a fashion show at the 23rd anniversary celebration of St. Barthélémy. He is very active on social media and always exhorting the community, especially its youth, to dream big and work hard! The inspiring piece featured here is what he wrote in a social media post (translated from French).
Medical Professionals
Many alumni from St. Barthélémy are pursuing careers in the medical field, with some who have already completed their studies. For instance, Dr. Fritz-Werly Angrand, a graduate from the very first class of Saint Barthélémy, has recently received his degree in medicine. Additionally, Benettie Concide and Augustin Frasicka each received nursing degrees this year. Alumni who are currently in school pursuing medical careers include Nathanaelle Alouidor (medicine), Djerry Jean-Louis (medicine), Berlande Breus (nursing), Lyse Marline Tyrell (medicine), Fed-Mayerlie Joseph (nursing), and Doucheka Suzalan (nursing). Alum and current nurse Ath-Nouse Jean-Baptiste started promoting "Take care of yourself" videos on social media this year. Go to youtube.com/watch?v=14KlG0CFqh8 to see her first video, but please note the auto-translation to English is not exact. Can you or someone you know help us translate this video? If so, please reach out to us at info@bethlehemministry.org!
Dr. Fritz-Werly Angrand
Benettie Concide
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Nathanaelle Alouidor
Djerry Jean-Louis
More Alumni News
In a full-circle moment, alum Shelove Joseph, whose father is also a staff member, is currently working at St. Barthélémy while completing her university degree in civil engineering from Roi Henri Christophe University. Click the video here to listen to what she has to share. Fellow alumni Ernst Vada Felix and Ben Wesley Pierre are also studying civil engineering, while Djefferly Felix is pursuing a degree in computer science.
This year, alum Karim Pascal proudly graduated from Roi Henri Christophe University with a degree in agricultural sciences.
Karim Pascal
Shelove Joseph
Dispatch from Alumni Reporter, Lucanes Louis:
In a warm and nostalgic atmosphere, several graduates of the 7th class of Collège Saint-Barthélémy gathered to share sincere moments of friendship and unforgettable memories. This beautiful reunion reflects the strength of the bonds formed over the years, which continue to endure well beyond the walls of this institution known for its discipline, rigor, and commitment to excellence. Today, each of them is on an inspiring path:
From left to right:
• Gabeau Juvensly, Sociology student
• Prospère Walter, Tiler
• Alouidor Nathanëlle, Medical Biology student
• Denis Weedley, Tiler
• Jean-Baptiste Brunie Yanka, Medical student
• Monrose Weedny, Medical Biology student
• Pierre Jefferson, Civil Engineering student
• Enilson Étienne, Computer Science student
• Étienne Altanouse, Urban planning student
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Jeff Marc-Donald Telfort
Other alumni highlights include alum and civil engineer Jeff Marc-Donald Telfort, who presented a comprehensive training seminar on practical calculations, measurements, and estimates this year. Additionally, several alumni, including Line Laissa Metellus, who now works at her father’s school, and two graduates from the very first class of Saint Barthélémy, Rose Katie Jean and Gaelle Laguerre, proudly showed their school spirit as they attended the 23rd anniversary celebration of Saint Barthélémy. We are deeply thankful for the alumni of École Saint Barthélémy and the energy and hope they bring to Haiti!
Rose Katie Jean
Line Laissa Metellus
Gaelle Laguerre
