Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts | 501 S. Sapodilla Ave, WPB, FL 33401

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Labubus, Hydro Flasks, fidget spinners, and Lululemon apparel have many variations in color, type, and size. This variety makes the items subject to being purchased in bulk or collected.
The Weight Of Our Wants
Getting their vitals checked and setting up a food stand, students participate in the first blood drive of the year. This event provides a life-saving resource for those in need, while fostering community connections.
[BRIEF] The National Honor Society Hosted its First Blood Drive of the Year
New Lunch Policy Limits Student Access to Buildings
New Lunch Policy Limits Student Access to Buildings
Holding up their copies of "The Barn: The Secret History of a Murder in Mississippi," senior Student Government Association officers pose with author Wright Thompson. Each officer received a personalized message inside their book as a thank-you for attending. Photo Courtesy of the Forum Club of the Palm Beaches.
[BRIEF] Guest Speaker Wright Thompson Spoke to Senior Student Government Association (SGA) Officers at the Forum Club of the Palm Beaches
Speech and Debate Students “Sweep” at first local tournament of the season
Speech and Debate Students “Sweep” at first local tournament of the season
Giving directions to a driver exiting the campus, Mr. Koronec, the school monitor, surveys the parking lot during the students’ lunch hours. As part of keeping the campus safe, Mr. Koronec makes sure every driver is accounted for. “If I don't recognize you, you're supposed to stop,” Mr. Koronec said. “I ask you who you are, they tell me who they are, then I proceed.”
Feeling the Heat
Holding their wands in the air, theatre seniors Graham Gilbert (Ron Weasley) and Maria Costa Scheid (Hermione Granger) fight dementors by “casting” spells on them with their wands. Dementors are fictional creatures who suck out the souls of humans, leaving them in a lifeless state.
Wizards, Witches, and Wands: ‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’ comes to the stage
Performing a lift, dance sophomore Brandon Ross and dance senior Arielle Montpeirous are partnered together for a duet performance. “The most challenging part is putting it all together,” Montpeirous said. “With all the quick changes, it makes it difficult to navigate from piece to piece, but it eventually all comes together.”
Better When I’m Dancin’
Playing his trumpet, fourth year member of the student jazz band The Brothers Five and band senior Matthew Harper performs a riff on the saxophone during the group’s first “Jazz by the Shack” performance outside the cafeteria this school year.
Jazz at the Shack
Presenting a deliberation over a bill concerning tuition costs for public universities, communications sophomore Grayson Murray responds to examination refuting his argument. “Speakeasy gives us (debate students) a great platform to showcase to our parents how Congress can be light-hearted and how our team is a community,” Murray said.
Speakeasy Brings Debate and Performance On the Stage
Reaching out, digital arts and photography junior Taeler Robinson interacts with an art piece.
Visual Classes Extend to the Norton Museum of Art
Listening in, theatre junior Malaika Bourgi-Gordon, who is movement captain as well as an understudy for Moaning Myrtle, works with the cast during a vocal exercise. “This vocal work really helped me think about how I say each syllable…it really does affect how you see words because it’s like, you think of the alphabet in a whole new phonetic way,” Bourgi-Gordon said. For the production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, the cast has to learn how to speak with a vocal dialect. “The whole show is completely British,” Bourgi-Gordon said. “So for the people who do not know the rules (of British dialect), this definitely helps us sound a little more competent and makes it sound better for the whole show.”
The Magic Behind The Curtain
Sorting through baked goods to hand out to their customers, the West Palm Beach GreenMarket employees showcase a food area near the waterfront with bakery items, beverages, and meals that represent many cultures.
The Market on the Marina
A decorated display featuring a senior memory box, a memory book, and a throwback backpack.
Sealed and Signed Off
Wrapping the stair railings, theatre junior Janiyah Carries decorates the class of 2027 section of the bleachers in their class colors: black and red.
Fall Festival Setup: Photo Gallery
Listening for the pie-eating contest results, theatre junior Richard Moore and French teacher Mr. Ruth look towards the judging table.
Fall Festivities Fill The Gym
Hoisted up in the air by his friends, band sophomore Janssen Domingo drinks a Coke on the dance floor.
The Haunted Carnival Hits New Heights
Interacting with a pre-school learner, Justice Builder intern and digital senior Aaliyah Keys helps lead the day’s craft activity centered around the letter “I.” As part of her paid internship at Rohi’s Readery, which focuses on community outreach and social justice education, Keys prepared pre-made craft pieces for the children to easily assemble an insect.
Rohi’s Readery Provides ‘Safe Space’ for Student Interns
Driving Me Crazy
Driving Me Crazy
The Cost of Cutting College Credit
Turning up the Heat
Turning up the Heat
Politics is BRAT
Politics is BRAT
Located at the back of the beach, the lifeguard tower at Ocean Reef Park oversees visitors both on land and in the water. Lifeguards on this beach work for the Palm Beach County Ocean Rescue division, which is USLA (United States Lifesaving Association) certified. USLA’s website reports that the “chance of drowning while at a beach protected by USLA-affiliated lifeguards is 1 in 18 million.”
Finding the Perfect Palm Beach
Holding up “Ws,” the class of ’25 cheers and celebrates after winning the Mario Kart game.
Terrifically Themed Teams
Politics is BRAT
Politics is BRAT
We Have No Shock Left
We Have No Shock Left
[Editorial] The Art of Funding
[Editorial] The Art of Funding
"I hope [my image] evokes reliability and/or understanding. Teens, AKA test takers, [will] hopefully relate to at least one of the figures shown," visual junior Giovanna Romano said about the cartoon above. "I thought it would be a good idea to illustrate how different people handle hard tests, and different emotional reactions to not knowing the answer."
Why Pass/Fail is Necessary
Beginning the race, visual junior Max Cannon, alongside other teammates and runners, starts the Jupiter XC Invite #2 hosted by Jupiter Community High School, an almost three-mile course located in Okeeheelee Park. Cannon’s sisters, Maria, a visual sophomore, and visual junior Amelie Cannon, cheer him on from the sidelines. “It’s really nice to have Maria and Amelie giving the support I need to be successful, even in the stands and after, for the celebrations,” Max Cannon said.
It Runs in the Family
Posed photo of the varsity girls volleyball team.
The Lady Jags Reach the Sweet 16
Putting their hands together, the boys and girls bowling teams discuss their plans for the Florida District 13 match. “This year’s team has a special bond,” bowling coach and science teacher Stephan Anand said. "We've built a really supportive atmosphere where everyone pushes each other to be better.”
Bowling Team Strikes at Districts
Pins, Practice, and Precision: An Inside Look into the bowling team
Pins, Practice, and Precision: An Inside Look into the bowling team
Huddling up, digital media senior Joshua Molnar communicates game plans and strategies with the boys volleyball team. “The most challenging part this year was finding ways to stay connected and motivated when we hit a slow patch mid-season or end season," Molnar said. "We weren’t clicking as a team for a while…I tried to help by setting the tone in practices, bringing the energy even on the off days and making sure no one felt alone in the struggle.”
Serving Up for Senior Night
Tennis Team's Senior Night
Tennis Team’s Senior Night
Getting makeup applied by stage crew members, theatre junior Emily Riggs prepares to perform her scenes during rehearsals of “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.”
Against The Tide
Smiling while on duty, security monitor Mihail Chira patrols the campus, upholding the safety of the school.
Patrolling With Purpose
Smiling with her arms crossed, 4-H reporter and strings senior Musiq Williams poses for a photo. Williams was elected as the Florida 4-H State Council reporter for the Palm Beach chapter. 4-H is a national organization focused on educating students about various environmental and agricultural sectors.
Cultivating Leadership
Posed headshot of Summer Wadleigh.
A New Season of Support
Hosting a lunch study session, math teacher Joshua Millstein explains how to calculate equations to his students. Outside of class time, Millstein hosts study sessions for students during lunch, in which he targets their shortcomings.
Where the Classroom Meets the Court
Between School and Sky
Between School and Sky
Muse Talks: Live at Dreyfoos!
Muse Talks: Live at Dreyfoos!
Muse Talks: Football Fantasies
Muse Talks: Football Fantasies
Turning up the Heat
Turning up the Heat
Tennis Team's Senior Night
Tennis Team’s Senior Night
Clenching his hand into a fist at the beat drop of a song, piano junior Matthew Reyes gets lifted into the air by vocal junior Jason Robins.
Prom at Gatsby’s Mansion
Seniors Reflect on Spirit Week
Seniors Reflect on Spirit Week
Turning up the Heat
Turning up the Heat
Tennis Team's Senior Night
Tennis Team’s Senior Night
Artist Market Recap
Artist Market Recap
WHEN RECYCLING DOESN'T WORK
WHEN RECYCLING DOESN’T WORK
PEP RALLY DAY 2019 RECAP
PEP RALLY DAY 2019 RECAP
ST. BALDRICK'S 2019 RECAP
ST. BALDRICK’S 2019 RECAP
Muse Talks: Live at Dreyfoos!
Muse Talks: Live at Dreyfoos!
Muse Talks: Football Fantasies
Muse Talks: Football Fantasies
Muse Talks: Backstage Access
Muse Talks: Backstage Access
Muse Talks: Love Through the Lens of Culture
Muse Talks: Love Through the Lens of Culture
Muse Talks: The Ivy Illusion
Muse Talks: The Ivy Illusion
Muse Talks: Lovesick or Sick of Love
Muse Talks: Lovesick or Sick of Love
Musele: 11/10/2025
Musele: 11/10/2025
Musele: 11/3/2025
Musele: 11/3/2025
Muse Connections: 10/31/25
Muse Connections: 10/31/25
Musele: 10/27/2025
Musele: 10/27/2025
Musele: 10/20/2025
Musele: 10/20/2025
Musele: 10/13/2025
Musele: 10/13/2025
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Get Ready for It (Football Season)
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The Summer 2025 Soundtrack
Turning up the Heat
Turning up the Heat
Photo courtesy of Tribune
Why Some Movies Last Forever
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All I Want for Christmas: A Holiday Gift Guide
Nestled behind trees, the storefront of Maman in the Square, located at 473 S Rosemary Ave.
Not Your Maman’s Coffee
Reaching out for his Hogwarts acceptance letter, theatre senior Kevontay Oliver performs as the lead role of Albus Potter, Harry Potter’s son, in the theatre preview night of “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.” The play focuses on how Albus struggles with being in his father’s shadow and having to fulfill his legacy.
Photo of The Week 10/13
Making their way through the Fall Dance’s ‘Zombie Maze,’ theatre seniors Danielle Yodowitz, Hanna Lichtenthal, and Sher Wiedrich and Wiedrich’s extra guest encounter one of the many scare actors, consisting of Student Government Association (SGA) and student council members positioned across inflatable attractions. Featuring carnival games, obstacle courses and a dance floor to entertain attendees, the fall dance had an array of activities to entertain students and outside guests.
Photo Of The Week 10/16
Dancing together, hand in hand, strings junior Matthew Stewart and visual junior Amelie Cannon rehearse to the song “La Negra Tiene Tumbao” by Celia Cruz for the Multicultural Show. With the Multicultural Show being held in January rather than its typical March date, heritage clubs have already begun practice in preparation for upcoming auditions.
Photo Of The Week 10/3
Laughing together, visual junior Willow Schar talks about her weekend plans with Principal Blake Bennett. “We were talking about celebrating the birthday of someone we both happened to know,” Schar said. “What a small world we’re in. I’m ready for the weekend!”
Photo of the Week 9/26
Standing in third position, theatre sophomore Sophia Caputo smiles toward the audience in the theater. From April 9-12, the musical’s showings took place in the Kravis Center Helen K. Persson Hall theater. “My favorite part of being in ‘A Chorus Line’ was all the rehearsals and learning all the choreography,” Caputo said. “It was so fun being able to put on this amazing show, with an amazing story, with all of my friends. And I just love doing it so much, especially in theatre performance.”
Photo of the Week 4/10
Holding each other’s hands, theatre senior Guilbrhea Pacheco and communications junior Micaela Suage dance together at Prom. Hosted by the junior class council, the 2025 Prom was held at the Palm Beach Convention Center. The theme for the dance was “A Party at Gatsby’s” based on the novel “The Great Gatsby.”
Photo of the Week 4/5
  • Veterans Day Concert (Meyer Hall, Period 5): Nov. 10
  • Veterans Day (No School): Nov. 11
  • Prospective Student Night (Campus Wide/Meyer Hall, 6 p.m.-7 p.m.): Nov. 12
  • Cap and Gown/Class Ring Orders (Cafeteria, Lunch): Nov. 13
  • Hairy Details (Black Box, Lunch): Nov. 14
Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts | 501 S. Sapodilla Ave, WPB, FL 33401

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Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts | 501 S. Sapodilla Ave, WPB, FL 33401

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Daniela Peñafiel

Daniela Peñafiel, Production Managing Editor

Daniela Peñafiel is a third-year staffer and production managing editor on The Muse. She enjoys animating, cooking, and watching documentaries in her free time. Throughout her time on The Muse, Daniela has learned a lot from her fellow staffers. This year, she is looking forward to seeing the publication flourish!
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[Photo] Politics is BRAT

Lila Goldin, Coverage Editor
May 27, 2025
Applauding the other actors dancing around her, Oliver sits in the middle of the Black Box Theater during the musical piece “Gaston” from the musical “Beauty and the Beast.”

[BRIEF] Broadway Backwards: Ballads for a Cause

Daniela Peñafiel, Production Managing Editor
February 4, 2025
A visual representation of digital senior Logan Dowling's analogy of what experiencing the alt-right pipeline felt like.

[Photo] Down the Digital ‘Rabbit Hole’

Ellie Symons, Coverage Editor
March 6, 2024
Vocal sophomore Sage Duke and vocal senior Christina Thompson perform a rendition of the song “Night and Day” at the jazz concert on Oct. 6. Ella Fitzgerald originally recorded the song, which was one of several jazz compositions performed.

[BRIEF] A Night of Teamwork and Jazz

Daniela Peñafiel, Design Editor
October 7, 2023
From top left to bottom right, Ant-Man from “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania,” Thor from “Thor: Love and Thunder,” The Wasp from “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania,” Jane from “Thor: Love and Thunder,” and Shuri from “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,” all characters from the MCU’s most recent phase.

[Photo] The Decline of the MCU

Gavin Leser, Content Team Editor
May 1, 2023
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[Photo] A Freshman’s Guide to Surviving Spirit Week

Ella Jensen and Jason Monaco
March 8, 2023
Communications freshman Chloe Ryder jumps and sings along to the music during the Winter Formal. The Winter Formal on Jan. 21 was the first one in Dreyfoos history.

Photo of the Week – 1/30

Daniela Peñafiel, Design Staffer
January 30, 2023
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[Photo] Period Poverty

Ellie Symons, Writer
January 24, 2023
As students look into their futures, they reflect on their pasts and the goals they once had.

[Photo] More Than Just a Quarter-Life Crisis

Priya Gowda, Writer
October 29, 2022
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[Photo] Downtown Drives

Aidan Smith, Writer
September 13, 2022
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