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Dance senior Lindsey Ryerson, theatre senior Mary Keith, and dance senior Alexis Carter do jazzercise moves to the song “Push It” by Salt-N-Pepa in the senior generation dance.
Dancing through History
[BRIEF] Dubbing in Sync
[BRIEF] Dubbing in Sync
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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During Scholastic Journalism Week, The Muse staff attended a proofing stay-after for their upcoming third issue on Feb. 21 after school. The staff edited proofs — large, printed versions of the pages. This process allowed everyone to provide feedback on designs, photos, and stories before sending the issue off to print.
The Importance of Freedom
[BRIEF] Dubbing in Sync
[BRIEF] Dubbing in Sync
For the first time on campus, the Black Student Union (BSU) hosts their own spin on the Black Entertainment Television (BET) awards. This ceremony commemorates Black students on campus in categories regarding arts, academics, and representing the student body.
[BRIEF] ‘Young, Gifted, and Black.’
Post it notes plaster the wall in Mrs. Chambers office, each one voicing a special message from a student, teacher, or administrator.
[BRIEF] School Counselors Celebrated during Appreciation Week
Mulally answers questions from the Forum Club moderator while guests eat lunch. He shared insight into his early life and professional career, citing his parents as major inspirations. “Every morning before school, my mom and dad would say things to remind me of important things in life,” Mulally said.
[BRIEF] Former Ford and Boeing CEO Alan Mulally Speaks at the Forum Club of the Palm Beaches
Lining up his shot, visual junior Justin Olive-Blanco kicks the ball back into the game after it was sent out of bounds. Olive-Blanco blocked all of Twin Lakes’ shots, despite serving as a substitute goalie after the starting goalie was injured during the previous game.
[BRIEF] Girls and Boys Soccer Teams Score Back to Back Victories
In a World After COVID- 19
In a World After COVID- 19
Auditioning during COVID-19: Pre-recorded auditions are the new norm
Auditioning during COVID-19: Pre-recorded auditions are the new norm
My COVID-19 Story
My COVID-19 Story
Back to School in a Pandemic: Five Tips For Supporting Your Mental Health This Fall
Back to School in a Pandemic: Five Tips For Supporting Your Mental Health This Fall
SHIFTING EDUCATION: HOW THE SWITCH FROM IN-CLASSROOM TO DISTANCE LEARNING HAS AFFECTED US
SHIFTING EDUCATION: HOW THE SWITCH FROM IN-CLASSROOM TO DISTANCE LEARNING HAS AFFECTED US
Digital media junior Coral Johnston plays the drums as her band rehearses “Can I Call You Tonight?” by Dayglow in preparation for the Battle of the Bands competition.
Drumming up Excitement
Theatre senior Mason Materdomini stands in the wings, waiting to go onstage during the theatre department’s in-school performance of the first act of “Pippin” on March 2.
In the Wings
Dressed in pink, communications freshmen Vivian Jiang, Sienna Sossi, and Aiza Khan recite their poem, “How to Become the Ideal Girl,” a poem discussing feminism and beauty standards.
When Speech Meets Rhythm
The “Pippin” cast strikes their final poses for “Magic to Do,” the opening number of the theatre department’s spring musical.
‘Magic To Do, Just For You’
(Left to right) Band seniors Emma Ellis and Ella Martling, band sophomores Thu Dang and Michael Feuerborn, and band freshman Mathew Harper qualify for the National Trumpet Competition (NTC) with the help of artist-in-residence Veselin Bozhilov (third from the left).
[MULTIMEDIA] National Trumpet Competition Recognizes Five Young Musicians
(Left to right) Band seniors Emma Ellis and Ella Martling, band sophomores Thu Dang and Michael Feuerborn, and band freshman Mathew Harper qualify for the National Trumpet Competition (NTC) with the help of artist-in-residence Veselin Bozhilov (third from the left).
[MULTIMEDIA] National Trumpet Competition Recognizes Five Young Musicians
Mr. Clark points to his great-great-grandmother’s whistle that she used when she was a P.E. teacher and his great great, great grandmother’s notebook that she taught out of. “I think that (the whistle and notebook) is something that’s really special that my parents actually gifted to me when I took this job.”
Welcoming the Welcomer
New math teacher Traci De León describes limits in relation to vertical asymptotes to her second period class. Mrs. De León decided to teach at Dreyfoos to be closer to her husband, jazz director Christopher De León, and to experience the school’s art areas. “We worked together at the beginning of our careers 12 years ago in Orlando,” De León said. “The biggest reason I enjoyed working with him was because I can cheer them (the students) on because … both my husband and I knew the students personally.”
From Teaching Suncoast Chargers to Dreyfoos Jaguars
Assistant Principal Ron Lewis spins Principal Blake Bennett as part of a secretly-planned faculty dance during the Pep Rally.
New Year, Her Rules
AP Government and Politics and Macroeconomics teacher Micheal Esopakis discusses supply and demand concepts with students as they complete a Venn diagram illustration.
Introducing Mr. Esopakis
Generation dance co-choreographer and vocal junior Aileen Pereda leads the juniors in their ‘70s-inspired dance.
The Students Behind the Dances
Virtually Undefeated
Virtually Undefeated
The Doors to Fantasy
The Doors to Fantasy
Background image: The Class of 2025, the freshman class of 2022, fill the gym bleachers to cheer and celebrate during last year’s Pep Rally. Photo courtesy of Natalie Ryder
A Fresh New Perspective
Theatre junior Nailah Smith dances along to the song “Wobble” by V.I.C. at Black Student Union’s (BSU) block party outside the cafeteria on Feb. 16.
Shutting Down the Block
The Class of 2022 celebrates after they are announced the winner of Spirit Week.
[Satire] Here Lies Spirit Week Ethics
THE BATTLE OF THE 6.0S
THE BATTLE OF THE 6.0S
[Editorial] The Art of Funding
[Editorial] The Art of Funding
Band senior Grant Conley flicks his wrist in the air as the senior Powderpuff boys line up and perform the choreography created by theatre senior Keiona Nesbitt (Rachel Jeune, The Muse, February 1st, 2019)
In Defense of Powderpuff
A Freshman’s Guide to Surviving Spirit Week
A Freshman’s Guide to Surviving Spirit Week
At the blow of the whistle, vocal junior Zidane Guerrier and athletic director Matthew Vaughan jump into the air, reaching for the ball during the teacher versus student basketball game.
2 Sides of the Court
Lining up his shot, visual junior Justin Olive-Blanco kicks the ball back into the game after it was sent out of bounds. Olive-Blanco blocked all of Twin Lakes’ shots, despite serving as a substitute goalie after the starting goalie was injured during the previous game.
[BRIEF] Girls and Boys Soccer Teams Score Back to Back Victories
After giving her junior to senior speech, theatre junior Adaleigh Wagner hugs visual senior Zofia Killeen. This annual tradition allows a junior to write a speech for a senior they are close to. “(Wagner) and I have been playing together for two years, and we have become such good friends,” Killeen said. “It meant so much that she made my speech, and it made my eyes water a little bit.”
Senior Night Lights
Photo by Robert Gauthier/Los Angeles Times/TNS
Super Bowl Opinions
Communications senior Penelope Ryan gets a hold of the ball during a 10 point lead in the Jan. 10 game against Inlet Grove High School.
A Homecoming on the Hardwood
M3GAN movie poster by Universal Pictures.
M3GAN: A Killer Good Time
From left, Daniel Kaluuya, Keke Palmer and Brandon Perea in Nope. Kaluuya and Palmer play a sibling duo who wrangle horses for Hollywood productions in “Nope” before many of their horses begin to mysteriously disappear. (Universal Pictures/TNS)
Top 2022 Horror Movies Ranked so You Know What to Watch — Even After Halloween
Taylor Swift holds a flame for her new album cover.
‘Would’ve, Could’ve, Should’ve’ Been Better
There’s Nothing Wrong with Red Pandas
There’s Nothing Wrong with Red Pandas
It’s Not Perfect, But That’s the Point
It’s Not Perfect, But That’s the Point
Welcoming the Welcomer
Day 2: Class Clique Day
Day 2: Class Clique Day
Day 1: Holiday Day
Day 1: Holiday Day
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Black History Month Timeline
Student Press Freedom Day 2023: The Muse at Dreyfoos
Student Press Freedom Day 2023: The Muse at Dreyfoos
Raised in the air, Principal Blake Bennett sings in the teachers’ dance during the Pep Rally. Ms. Bennett and other staff members recreated Rihanna’s 2023 Super Bowl Halftime performance.
Pep Rally Through the Grades
The Class of 2022 celebrates after they are announced the winner of Spirit Week.
[Satire] Here Lies Spirit Week Ethics
Generation dance co-choreographer and vocal junior Aileen Pereda leads the juniors in their ‘70s-inspired dance.
The Students Behind the Dances
Dance senior Lindsey Ryerson, theatre senior Mary Keith, and dance senior Alexis Carter do jazzercise moves to the song “Push It” by Salt-N-Pepa in the senior generation dance.
Dancing through History
[BRIEF] Dubbing in Sync
[BRIEF] Dubbing in Sync
Decked in colorful costumes, the “Pippin” ensemble lunges forward to grab Pippin (played by theatre senior Mason Materdomini), representing his victory celebration during “With You.”
Photo of the Week – 3/7
Theatre freshman Kevontay Oliver and dance senior Gabrielle Kiminyo hold up a walking stick after Kimonyo finished her solo to “King of Pride Rock” by Hans Zimmer from “The Lion King” during Black Student Union’s (BSU) “Black on Broadway” showcase.
Photo of the Week – 2/6
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
Preparing to donate blood, vocal junior Taylor Klein scrolls through her phone as she waits for the nurse. National Honor Society (NHS) hosted a Valentine’s Day-themed blood drive on Friday, Jan. 20, allowing eligible students to donate blood and platelets.
Photo of the Week – 1/23
Basketball player and communications junior Josef Fiala takes a practice shot during pre-game warmups on Jan. 9. The boys basketball team won their home game against the Village Academy School. “It’s important to practice before games so you can get warmed up and mentally prepared for the game you are about to play,” Fiala said.
Photo of the Week – 1/17
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Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts | 501 S. Sapodilla Ave, WPB, FL 33401

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Juliana DeFilippo

Juliana DeFilippo, Content Team Editor

Juliana DeFilippo is a second-year staffer and content team editor on The Muse. In her free time, she loves to read (favorites include "The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy" and "On The Road"), and she is currently working on completing a 100 movies scratch-off bucket list. She is looking forward to working with everyone this year and hopefully taking a better staff picture.

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Juliana Defilippo, Content Team Editor
March 4, 2023
The Demographics of Dreyfoos

The Demographics of Dreyfoos

Aidan Smith, Aiden Velez, and Juliana Defilippo
February 21, 2023
Forming a New Tradition

Forming a New Tradition

Juliana Defilippo, Content Team Editor
January 29, 2023
Mulally answers questions from the Forum Club moderator while guests eat lunch. He shared insight into his early life and professional career, citing his parents as major inspirations. “Every morning before school, my mom and dad would say things to remind me of important things in life,” Mulally said.

[BRIEF] Former Ford and Boeing CEO Alan Mulally Speaks at the Forum Club of the Palm Beaches

Juliana DeFilippo, Content Team Editor
January 27, 2023
Students celebrate on the dance floor at the school’s first prom in two years.

Once Upon A Time In … West Palm Beach

Juliana DeFilippo, Writer
May 7, 2022
Laying on the newly renovated fountain in front of Building 9, digital media junior Mckenna Dickinson uses Quizlet to help her study.

Study Tips for Exam Season

Juliana DeFilippo, Writer
April 11, 2022
Sophomores, decked out in green gear for their St. Patrick’s day theme, jump, scream, and wave as the drone flies above the front of campus. Caption written by Olivia Metzler.

Rain Didn’t Stop Spirit Week

Juliana DeFilippo, Writer
March 10, 2022
Dance junior Kamren Blake runs through the dance, leading the movements and assisting others with memorizing choreography. Blake worked alongside other choreographers to create two dances entitled “Start a Riot” and “Save the Day posting tutorial videos to a google drive for the dancers to practice at home with before they come together and practice as a group.

Choreographing Spirit Week

Juliana DeFilippo, Writer
March 9, 2022
Members of the Black Student Union (BSU) pose for a photo, displaying their take on 1990s outfits — a crucial period in black culture.

BSU Brings Back the 90s

Juliana DeFilippo, Writer
February 18, 2022
FSA: Gone, But Not Forgotten

FSA: Gone, But Not Forgotten

Juliana DeFilippo, Writer
December 21, 2021
Surrounded by her fellow performers during the dress rehearsal for the Nov. 4 show, dance junior Natalie Apuzzo waits backstage for her part in the classical ballet piece “La Bayadère.” After two years away from the Meyer Hall stage, all dance majors finally had the opportunity to showcase their craft.

“All I’m Asking is for a Little Respect”

Juliana DeFilippo, Writer
November 7, 2021
Communications senior Jordan Teitelbaum created the @dreyfoosbeauties Instagram account in November of 2020, and has since used the platform with the intent of spreading positivity throughout campus.

Inner Beauty Shines

Juliana DeFilippo, Writer
October 22, 2021
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