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  • October 3Jazz Concert Oct. 6 at 6:00 p.m.
  • October 3Dance Senior Showcase Oct. 6 at 6:00 p.m.
  • October 2Vocal Concert Oct. 5 at 6:30 p.m.
  • October 2Band Concert on Oct. 3 at 6:30 p.m.
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Standing among other NAHS officers, vocal senior and co-vice president Hope Luo (far right) explains participation hour opportunities to members. NAHS not only has expanded their participation hour opportunities to Cards for Care, but to other organizations around campus, including Seeds Literary and Arts Magazine.
[BRIEF] Drawing, Painting, Cardmaking
Unit 6, Topic 7: The (Near) End of AP Psychology
Unit 6, Topic 7: The (Near) End of AP Psychology
In the back of social studies teacher Jeffrey Stohr’s room, established books are lined up along a bookshelf, awaiting use. Along with other textbooks and language arts books, these history books also require vetting before being shown to students. “What were teaching is history. It’s facts,” Stohr said. “Were not dealing with theories here. (Book vetting) is just so frustrating.”
Learning On Hold
Micah Drum performs as the lead vocalist and guitarist for his band, Drum & Co., at the Ford Stage on Sunday, May 7. Based in West Palm Beach, Drum & Co. is a six person band that was able to use SunFest as an opportunity to gain more exposure as a small local artist.
The Community Beyond the Fest
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
Standing among other NAHS officers, vocal senior and co-vice president Hope Luo (far right) explains participation hour opportunities to members. NAHS not only has expanded their participation hour opportunities to Cards for Care, but to other organizations around campus, including Seeds Literary and Arts Magazine.
[BRIEF] Drawing, Painting, Cardmaking
[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
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
Theatre senior Lucas Lacey saves digital media senior Coral Johnston from falling out of her chair while reenacting a morning newscast.
Preparing for the Unprepareable
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’
Dressed as Professor McGonagall, AP Precalculus teacher Monica Russell goes over answers to problems that students assigned to the different Harry Potter houses solved. Each correct answer gave that house a point. “I hope that I can make (math) a little bit more interesting,” Mrs. Russell said.
Bring in the Teachers, Bring in the Magic
Theatre junior Lillian Jones, illustrator of “The Very Hungry Little Girl”, poses arms crossed in the muse studio.
Lillian Jones: Illustrator
(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
Walking outside Building 7, communication freshman Maya Bourak talks to her friends. On Sept. 12, freshmen and all other students will be able to participate in Club Rush, one of the largest student-run events on campus with over 90 different clubs promoting themselves to prospective members in the gym during lunch.
A Freshman Survival Guide to Club Rush
Scripps students Reema Iqbal, Hena Ahmed, a Harvey Mudd student Leila Bensaid, Fares Marzouk, a Pomona College student and other students, after breaking their Ramadan fast partake specially prepared halal meal for Muslims at Harvey Mudd College on Thursday, April 6, 2023, in Claremont, California.
From Dawn to Dusk
Communications junior Sanjana Gupta, strings junior Raveena Cherry, and band junior Nihar Bhavsar perform a Bollywood dance in the Multicultural Show. “I felt really excited. It was really nice for us to perform together.” Gupta said. “It was really fun to just have the band back together and perform our little routine for everybody. I feel like it put smiles on everybodys faces and we were just so happy to perform.”
A World of Talent
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
Residing at 525 Clematis Street stands Petezpop Palm Beach, an international snack shop. Donning a neon green and fuschia logo, Petezpop houses unique treats and chips from all over the world, as well as rare finds from the United States.
For Petez’s Sake
America Won (Trust Me, We Get It)
America Won (Trust Me, We Get It)
Olivia Rodrigo dons silver rings for her new album “Guts.” (Photo by Geffen Records)
Ballads of a Teenage Girl
Photo Credit to Sony Studios
Endless Confliction
The Class of 2022 celebrates after they are announced the winner of Spirit Week.
[Satire] Here Lies Spirit Week Ethics
Sliding to save a block, Hinav Ahmad angles the ball to her teammates. “Im 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
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
An audience member sits on another patron’s shoulders watching Jack Johnsen perform his song “Banana Pancakes” at the 2023 Sunfest Music Festival. Johnsen performed on May 6, the second day of the event.
Song to Soul
An audience member sits on another patron’s shoulders watching Jack Johnsen perform his song “Banana Pancakes” at the 2023 Sunfest Music Festival. Johnsen performed on May 6, the second day of the event.
Song to Soul
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.
The Decline of the MCU
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
Welcoming Mrs. Richardson
Welcoming Mrs. Richardson
Welcoming the Welcomer
Day 2: Class Clique Day
Day 2: Class Clique Day
Day 1: Holiday Day
Day 1: Holiday Day
Part of the Public Domain
Black History Month Timeline
Pointing to her club poster, visual senior Albertina Abrate explains the Fem in STEM club. Club Rush, an annual tradition, took place on Tuesday, Sept. 12. This year, a total of 103 different club tables were set up, giving students the option to explore new opportunities.
Photo of the Week – 9/11
Vocal sophomore Beau McDowell takes the microphone at the freshman intent-to-run meeting this past Tuesday and speaks about his experience as a former freshman vice president,explaining his previous responsibilities. Fellow SGA and Class Council members sat beside him on the stage in Meyer Hall, also speaking about theirexperiences in student government.
Photo of the Week – 8/30
Dance juniors Gabriela Tatum and Noah Moller strike a pose at the conclusion of their contemporary dance piece titled “Heartbreaker.”
Photo of the Week – 4/20
Digital media junior Ella Barlett points during the beginning of the juniors’ ‘70s generation dance.
Photo of the Week – 3/31
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
Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts | 501 S. Sapodilla Ave, WPB, FL 33401

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Sofia Hennessey-Correa is a second-year staffer and photo editor on The Muse. Outside of journalism, you may find her humming songs to herself, practicing speeches to the wall, volunteering, or spending time with friends and family. Sofia is active in multiple clubs including the Speech and Debate Team, Little Smiles, and Spanish Honor Society. Her hope is to shed light on the stories most important to the Dreyfoos community while capturing memories and visually showing new perspectives.

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Digital media junior Ella Barlett points during the beginning of the juniors’ ‘70s generation dance.

Photo of the Week – 3/31

Sofia Hennessey-Correa, Photo Editor
March 31, 2023
Generation dance co-choreographer and vocal junior Aileen Pereda leads the juniors in their ‘70s-inspired dance.

[Photo] The Students Behind the Dances

March 16, 2023
Band junior Nathan Goldin applauds after SGA names the junior class as the winner of the generation dances.

[Photo] Dancing through History

March 16, 2023
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[Photo] [Editorial] The Art of Funding

March 14, 2023
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

Sofia Hennessey-Correa, Photo Editor
February 7, 2023
I Survived the Second Quarter at Dreyfoos: Photos in Review

I Survived the Second Quarter at Dreyfoos: Photos in Review

Lexi Critchett and Sofia Hennessey-Correa
January 18, 2023
This quarter, one of the main projects on campus was painting buildings, as well as making renovations to the bathrooms, media center, and other locations around campus.

[Photo] Quarter Two in Photos

January 17, 2023
Listening to critiques of her peer’s poem, communications freshman Karmiah Smith pays attention to slam poetry coach Brittany Rigdon’s feedback.

[Photo] Slam Poetry Team Fosters Creativity Among Students

December 21, 2022
I Survived the First Quarter at Dreyfoos: Photos in Review

I Survived the First Quarter at Dreyfoos: Photos in Review

Lexi Critchett and Sofia Hennessey-Correa
October 16, 2022
With her legs extended for a grand jeté, dance senior Lindsey Ryerson performs her solo, “Life,” during the annual Dance Senior Solo Showcase. The Senior Solo Showcase on Sept. 23 allowed students to include the skills they have learned during their time at Dreyfoos. “Being in the black box was definitely different because during the performance, since the black box is so small, I was able to see every single person,” Ryerson said. “I was excited and a little bit nervous because I didn’t want to mess up on stage.”

[Photo] First Quarter at Dreyfoos: Photos in Review

October 16, 2022
Handing out medals, communications juniors Callum Curran and Josiah Manners congratulate the winners in Original Oratory, an original 10-minute memorized speech. “The most humbling experience was being able to present medallions to students, some of whom were my own fellow debate team members,” Manners said. “To see the excitement in their eyes and to feel the gratitude in their hearts was what really made my job even more special.”

[Photo] [BRIEF] Speech and Debate Team Hosts First Tournament Since the Pandemic

October 15, 2022
Urging the audience to snap along, piano seniors Joshua Lumaban and Arthur Schofield play a song inspired by the movie “Monsters Inc.” During their piece, they drew the audience in as they switched spots and ran around each other throughout the song. “I havent played a duet with AJ since last year,” Lumaban said. “We chose the piece because we watched a YouTube video and actually really liked what the YouTube video showed us.”

[Video] Playing At An Impromptu Ianpromptu

Jeremiah Alondra, Copy Staffer
October 2, 2022
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.”

[Photo] From Teaching Suncoast Chargers to Dreyfoos Jaguars

September 5, 2022
“Fahrenheit 451” by Ray Bradbury serves as commentary to warn against censorship; the title itself corresponds to the degree at which a book burns. It is being censored by parents who clearly missed the point of Bradbury’s dystopian novel, raising the question if people who challenged it even finished the book.

[Photo] The War on Books

April 5, 2022
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[Photo] What Class Clique are You?

March 9, 2022
Piano juniors Nicholas Adia, Joshua Lumaban, and Arthur Schofield pose as they showcase their jock looks.

[Photo] Sweater Vests and Letterman Jackets: A Deep Dive Into Class Cliques

March 9, 2022
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March 9, 2022
Class Clique Day: Goth Sanchez wears a pair of black boots, borrowed from a friend, along with a repurposed outfit from senior blackout days.

[Photo] Senior Natalia Sanchez

March 4, 2022
Holidays Day: Fourth of July Mid jump, Da Fonseca combines two pieces she wears often to create an outfit for the Fourth of July theme. Im really excited to have people go all out (and) put full effort into this,” Da Fonseca said.

[Photo] Freshman Maria Clara Da Fonseca

March 4, 2022
Vocal freshman Maria Clara Da Fonseca and strings senior Natalia Sanchez wear their Generations Day outfits for Spirit Week. Each day of Spirit Week gives students the opportunity to experiment with distinct styles. “I was inspired by the seniors before me,” communications sophomore Emily Singer said. “I think its all about finding what inspires you about the theme and then taking it to another level.”

[Photo] Figuring out their ‘Fits

March 3, 2022
Theatre senior and event coordinator Aalycea Herring begins the HBCU presentation. “I hope that they (the students in attendance) really take this in and think about where they want to go,” Herring said. “Not only am I teaching them, but theyre teaching their friends.”

[Photo] It’s Time to Learn About HBCUs

February 22, 2022
Dance junior Gabrielle Kiminyo finishes wrapping some presents. A.R.T.S. Club members dedicated their time to wrap presents for students in preschools locally. Due to COVID-19, the Jubilee went on hiatus; being back in person has allowed students to gather and work together towards a good cause. We havent had the Jubilee in two years,” A.R.T.S. Club co-vice president and theatre senior Raunak Manchanda said. “(Everyone came) to help us gift wrap and Im really excited. Everyone seems really involved.”

[Photo] The Jolly Behind the Jubilee

December 9, 2021
Scrolling through her phone, Ms. Van Reeth searches for her favorite “Daily Nugget” post. For some students, the nuggets are simple reminders to take a break. “(Those nuggets remind me) thats what I need to be doing,” communications junior Faith Parkinson said. “Take a deep breath, lay off stress (from) the day, (and) just dissolve.”

[Photo] The Daily Dose of Wisdom

November 19, 2021
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[Photo] Nov. 1-Nov. 6 News Brief

November 10, 2021
Marking the steps to “Respect,” dance senior Tori Gilbert does a passé. “It’s the senior’s last fall show and being back on stage live again, the energy is so good, Gilbert said. “(A) live audience is the best.”

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

November 7, 2021
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[Photo] The Cameras are Watching

November 7, 2021
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