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

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School Canceled Due To Hurricane Milton
[BRIEF] Hairy Details Hosts First Performance
[BRIEF] Hairy Details Hosts First Performance
[BRIEF] Dance Seniors Perform Solo Showcase
[BRIEF] Dance Seniors Perform Solo Showcase
The Speech and Debate Team Competes at PBCFL #1
The Speech and Debate Team Competes at PBCFL #1
[BRIEF] Students Register to Vote During Lunch
[BRIEF] Students Register to Vote During Lunch
[BRIEF] National Honor Society Inducts New Members
[BRIEF] National Honor Society Inducts New Members
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School Canceled Due To Hurricane Milton
[BRIEF] Students Register to Vote During Lunch
[BRIEF] Students Register to Vote During Lunch
[BRIEF] National Honor Society Inducts New Members
[BRIEF] National Honor Society Inducts New Members
Chanting in unison, the cast of “Twelfth Night, or What You Will” bands together in the Brandt Black Box theater before the theatre preview.
[BRIEF] “Twelfth Night, or What You Will” Cast Performs Theatre Preview
[BRIEF] Fire Alarm Interrupts Class
[BRIEF] Fire Alarm Interrupts Class
[BRIEF] Piano Students Perform “Groundbreaking Music” Recital
[BRIEF] Piano Students Perform “Groundbreaking Music” Recital
Dancing together in the Brandt Black Box Theater, the “Drowsy Chaperone” cast members practice their routines. This production incorporates numerous dance numbers with the entire cast. “There are so many of us in the cast, (so) it's important for all the dancing to look very specific and sharp,” ensemble member and theatre senior Erin Duran said.
Bringing a Show to Life
Acting as a mother awaiting a kiss on the cheek, communications senior Emily Singer performs her Dramatic Interpretation (DI) titled “Girls & Boys.”
The Figures Behind the Speeches
Arts after Dark
Arts after Dark
Visual senior Maia Derrevere displays her artwork for the annual Portfolio Day. The event occurred during periods five and seven on Jan. 17.
Curating Their Futures
Vocal seniors Brian Trompeter, Brianna Tejada, Angelina Castillo, and Aileen Pereda perform “Frosty the Snowman” at the 2023 Winter Arts Medley (WAM).
Celebration of Collaboration
A small choral group performs “Vuelie,” from Disney’s “Frozen”, at the 2023 Prism concert.
A Snapshot of the Concert
Conversing with a group of students, new biology teacher Richard Zullo instructs them on how to complete an assignment about the properties of water.
The Tooth Fairy in Building 4
Checking her email and the school district portal, new musical theatre and vocal guidance counselor Christelina Milan views new student information. Since it was Ms. Milan’s first year, she dedicated time to familiarize herself with new students and school procedures.
From Corporate to Creative
Upholding one of his duties at Dreyfoos, new assistant principal Drew Dawson supervises the cafeteria.
A New Dawn for Dawson
Mrs. Waugh watches her students as they work on graphing data from the lab that took place during class. Prior to becoming a teacher, Waugh worked as a fire protection engineer. ”I thought it would be most impactful if I could teach science here [at Dreyfoos].” Mrs. Waugh said. “And I had loved my physics teacher. He was part of why I became an engineer,”
Breaking the Surface Tension
Surrounded by his students, Mr. Angulo demonstrates the process of developing an image in the darkroom. He transferred the paper from the developing chemical to the stop bath using a pair of tongs. To protect the light-sensitive paper in the darkroom, students must leave their phones, watches, and other devices with lights outside.
The Angles of Angulo
After studying film and dramatics at the University of Southern California, Dreyfoos alumnus and former communications major Tommy McCabe now works as an artist-in-residence, assisting communications teacher Ruby Hernandez in teaching students film production. “It was just something that interested me, the opportunity to come back here and work with young minds and kind of see the trajectory of where art is going,” Mr. McCabe said.
Moviemaking with McCabe
Pumpkin cinnamon rolls bake in the oven, ready to be frosted with cream cheese icing.
How to: Fall (Recipe)
This depicts two t-shirts and a sweatshirt sold by SHEIN and manufactured in China. In order for SHEIN to keep up with fast moving trends, 35,000 to 100,000 items are produced daily, according to Design Life Cycle, releasing 6.3 million tons of carbon dioxide every year.
Behind The Seams
Some seniors pose for a group photo at the municipal beach near the Worth Avenue Clock Tower for “Senior Sunrise.” The event was unaffiliated with the school but organized by senior class presidents and digital media seniors Olivia Le and Joshua Molnar.
Here Comes the Sun (and Senior Year)
Looking towards the audience, Ben Krieger sing his original song “Burden On Me” during his set at Sunfest.
‘Me, My Guitar, and My Notebook’: Ben Krieger performs at SunFest
Yelling into his microphone, country musician Noah Hunton performs at SunFest as part of his mini south-Floridian tour, across venues from West Palm Beach to Key West.
Tuning Up SunFest
Former cultural club officers Jasmine Mullings, Sophie Burnston, Jacqueline Alvarado, Alyssa McIntosh, Kaitlin Xia, and Ben Levkovitz pose together.
Unity in Diversity
This depicts two t-shirts and a sweatshirt sold by SHEIN and manufactured in China. In order for SHEIN to keep up with fast moving trends, 35,000 to 100,000 items are produced daily, according to Design Life Cycle, releasing 6.3 million tons of carbon dioxide every year.
Behind The Seams
Photo illustration of two hands representing rock and scissors.
[SATIRE] How To Win Rock, Paper, Scissors
Photo by Sofia Hennessey-Correa
[SATIRE] The Muse’s Guide to Last Minute Spirit Week Outfits
[SATIRE] Spirit Week: Written in the Stars
[SATIRE] Spirit Week: Written in the Stars
This photo illustration, of the opinion story writer Gavin Leser, is meant to highlight how society pressures people to seem happy even when they don’t feel that way. Often someone’s external positivity may contrast their inner feelings.
Don’t Smile Through the Sadness
Graphic by Juliana DeFilippo
It’s Time to Stop Writing Off Student Journalists
Dreyfoos on Ice
Dreyfoos on Ice
Watching the boys soccer team prep, French Teacher Mr. Ruth prepares the team for their upcoming games.
The Faces Behind The Teams
[BRIEF] Boys Basketball Wins Close Game
[BRIEF] Boys Basketball Wins Close Game
Strings sophomore Gavin Chandler leaps up in the air to pull off a jump shot, practicing for upcoming lacrosse tryouts at Palm Beach Atlantic High School.
Game-changer
[BRIEF] Boys Basketball Team Announced
[BRIEF] Boys Basketball Team Announced
Sliding to save a block, Hinav Ahmad angles the ball to her teammates. “I'm getting experience that I really need, just playing through these games,” Ahmad said. “I feel like I have more of a shot for varsity next year.”
A New Prowl of Jaguars Compete on the Court
Nestled behind trees, the storefront of Maman in the Square, located at 473 S Rosemary Ave.
Not Your Maman’s Coffee
Yelling into his microphone, country musician Noah Hunton performs at SunFest as part of his mini south-Floridian tour, across venues from West Palm Beach to Key West.
Tuning Up SunFest
Nelly performs at SunFest 2024.
The Appeal of SunFest
Image courtesy of Taylor Swift
Give ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ Another Listen
Spirit Week Mini Crossword #3
Spirit Week Mini Crossword #3
Spirit Week Mini Crossword #2
Spirit Week Mini Crossword #2
Behind the Camera: Film Association's Upcoming Projects
Behind the Camera: Film Association’s Upcoming Projects
Welcoming Mrs. Richardson
Welcoming Mrs. Richardson
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
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
Looking at the phlebotomist, dance junior Finleigh Townsend gets blood drawn for her first time. On Oct. 16, National Honor Society (NHS) held its blood drive in the school parking lot. Oneblood Donation and its Big Red Bus visited the school campus to find volunteers for blood and plasma donations. Their mission is to replenish and maintain a healthy blood supply in the community. “It makes you feel really good to have had an impact on so many people by doing something that didn't take much time and didn't hurt me at all,” said Townsend.
Photo of the Week 10/16
Waving his baton to the rhythm of the music, band teacher Evan Rogovin leads the Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble musicians as they focus on their parts during the Fall Band Concert. On Oct. 1, the music department held its first band performance of the year in Meyer Hall. “After not getting to play in front of people all summer, it was refreshing to be back on a stage with an audience and with my band family,” band sophomore Luna Schneider said.
Photo of the Week 10/7
Vocal junior Emilie Paul and digital media junior Isabelle Phillips sing “Sleepwalk” by Betsy Brye. The duo performed at the Seeds Open Mic, which was held Feb. 2 in support of the literary magazine.
Photo of the Week 2/5
Observing potassium pomegranate droplets react with an acid, piano sophomore Mili Dagan engages in a chemistry lab in Ms. PH’s class. During the experiment, Dagan conducts a titration — a technique in which a solution of known concentration is used to ascertain the concentration of an unknown solution.
Photo of the Week 1/29
Flipping through visual senior Ella Smith’s sketchbook, a representative from Moore College of Art & Design reviews her portfolio work. On Portfolio Day, a variety of arts college representatives travel to review the work of visual and digital media majors. The students participating have the opportunity to learn about different colleges and explore options for pursuing the arts in college.
Photo of the Week 1/22
Digital media junior co-captain Briana Dean plays basketball with her team against The Pine School Dec. 7. The girls' team lost the game 53 - 26.
Photo of the Week 12/7
  • October 21ACS Open Mic night at 4pm: Oct. 25th
  • October 21Speakeasy Communications Event at 5:45: Oct. 24th
  • October 21College Bootcamp in Media Center: Oct. 24th
  • October 21Jazz Combo Performance during Lunch: Oct. 23
  • October 21PSAT Testing Grade 9: Oct. 24th
  • October 21PSAT Testing for Grade 10: Oct. 23
  • October 21PSAT Testing for Grade 11: Oct. 22
  • October 17Drowsy Chaperone Opening: Nov. 1
  • October 17National Hispanic Honor Society Induction: Oct. 21
  • October 17Vocal Concert in Myer Hall @ 6:30pm: Oct. 21
Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts | 501 S. Sapodilla Ave, WPB, FL 33401

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

THE MUSE
Sasha Monaco

Sasha Monaco, Assistant Managing Editor

Communications senior Sasha Monaco is a third-year member of The Muse. She is excited to represent Dreyfoos’ diversity as an assistant managing editor. She has been competing in speech and debate since middle school and now competes on the Dreyfoos Speech and Debate Team. She plans to study law in college. She is always interested in learning about how the world works.

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WHO IS YOUR MUSE

Sasha Monaco, Arts Editor
March 1, 2019
MUSIC GENRE DAY FASHION HIGHLIGHTS

MUSIC GENRE DAY FASHION HIGHLIGHTS

Sasha Monaco, Arts Editor
January 30, 2019
Vocal teacher Kent Taylor directs vocal and strings students in the opening number of the annual Prism concert at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts. “We’re on the Kravis Center stage, which is a lot different because it’s a whole entire auditorium,” vocal senior Carolyn Lord said. “It’s really nice to have family and friends and the school to come watch.”

PRISM

Sasha Monaco, Arts Editor
December 5, 2018
ARTS INDEX

ARTS INDEX

Sasha Monaco, Arts Editor
November 30, 2018
ARTS PODCAST: PURSUING YOUR PASSION

ARTS PODCAST: PURSUING YOUR PASSION

Sasha Monaco, Sasha Smith, and Adam Goldstick
October 11, 2018
Oung (right) waits in between competition rounds with her opponents at the CBI speech and debate tournament on the last day of camp. Oung performed her piece in four preliminary rounds and ultimately made it to the final round, which consisted of only six speakers. Throughout the camp, as well as the tournament, Oung crafted both a new piece and several new friendships. “I met so many people at camp on the speech and debate circuit that I’m excited to see in the upcoming school year at tournaments,” Oung said. “Camp is such a good place to make long-lasting friendships with both my fellow debaters and mentors, especially since we made so many memories together in two weeks.”

Q&A ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: KATHERINE OUNG

Sasha Monaco, Arts Editor
September 15, 2018
Communications freshman Nirmit Chandan poses with communications senior Maya Levkovitz moments after receiving their awards for Congressional Debate. Both Chandan and Levkovitz qualified for the 2018 National Speech and Debate Tournament on June 17 through 22 in Fort Lauderdale.

ARTIST SPOTLIGHT Q&A: NIRMIT CHANDAN

Sasha Monaco, Arts Editor
April 26, 2018
Communications junior Michael Bole addresses the crowd about the importance of expression through public speaking. Bole has been competing on the Dreyfoos Speech and Debate Team since his freshman year, and took this opportunity to showcase his work to the audience. “As soon as the final ‘thank-you’s’ were being given, I came to realize how important the work that was put into the show truly was,” Bole said.

COMMUNICATIONS: DECONSTRUCTED

Sasha Monaco, Arts Editor
April 7, 2018
Many tend to shy away from food that is considered “unhealthy” in order to conform to a modern diet. In turn, there is an increased pressure on the youth to structure their diets around societal health standards.

YOU ARE NOT WHAT YOU EAT

Sasha Monaco, Opinion Staffer
March 15, 2018
Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida was invaded by an armed former student on Feb.14th. The shooter, who is now in custody, took the lives of 17 students and staff members. Following the tragedy, many people have taken to social media to advocate for strict gun laws and heightened security in schools.

LET’S USE OUR “ARMS” TO EMBRACE THE VICTIMS OF MARJORY STONEMAN DOUGLAS HIGH

Sasha Monaco, Opinion Staffer
February 18, 2018

HOLLYWOOD: THE FOUNTAIN OF YOUTH

Sasha Monaco, Opinion Staffer
January 24, 2018

ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: CHARLOTTE OSTROV

Sasha Monaco and Kate McNamara
January 3, 2018
Piano junior Alessandra Fang stands to be recognized after performing along with a live orchestra. Fang was chosen to travel to Venezuela in 2014 to showcase her talent.

ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: ALESSANDRA FANG

Sasha Monaco, Arts Staffer
December 14, 2017
Communications sophomore Lillian Khanna practices delivering her speech for an upcoming congressional debate tournament. Khanna prepared around 20 bills in order to prepare for competition among her debate chamber.

ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: LILLIAN KHANNA

Sasha Monaco, Arts Staffer
November 6, 2017
COLUMN: THE POWER OF AN ARTS EDUCATION

COLUMN: THE POWER OF AN ARTS EDUCATION

Sasha Monaco, Arts Staffer
November 3, 2017
Impromptu performers take a bow for the audience to conclude their last performance of these selections this year. The seventh annual concert included 48 music students and around 10 different instruments.

Impromptu Concert

Sasha Monaco, Arts Staffer
October 16, 2017
Dance Sophomore Nicolas Ouporov smiles for a picture with his instructor from the Boston Ballet School.“ I was lucky enough to be awarded with a full scholarship to the Boston Ballet school to train with Peter Stark, who I’ve known as a teacher for four years,” Ouporov said.

Artist Spotlight: Nicolas Ouporov

Sasha Monaco, Arts Staffer
September 22, 2017
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