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

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Chemistry teacher Anushka Larkin was educationally affected by Hurricane Milton. Several of her students grades fell during the break.
Missed Days of School Impact Teachers’ Lesson Plans
Smiling at her students, English teacher Carmen Gallardo hosts a class discussion about the AP exam. It is one part of the routine that Ms. Gallardo has to ensure that students learn and understand the subject matter. “She gives us a schedule at the beginning of every quarter that breaks down what we're going to do each class.” strings junior Kayci Estelle said. “I think her sticking to such a regimen not only reflects her navy training but who she is as a person.”
A Salute to Veterans
Photo courtesy of communications senior David Sanchez taken in Wellington, FL.
Students and Their Communities Impacted by Hurricane Milton
Dressed as a psych ward patient to scare students in the haunted house, band sophomore Hinav Kour Ahmad jumps out and screams at theatre junior Reese McCobb. The Student Government Association (SGA) members and student volunteers put on costumes and acted in the asylum-themed haunted house to create an immersive experience.
Fall Dance Frights
Image courtesy of NOAA
School Canceled Due To Hurricane Milton
[BRIEF] Hairy Details Hosts First Performance
[BRIEF] Hairy Details Hosts First Performance
Chemistry teacher Anushka Larkin was educationally affected by Hurricane Milton. Several of her students grades fell during the break.
Missed Days of School Impact Teachers’ Lesson Plans
Photo courtesy of communications senior David Sanchez taken in Wellington, FL.
Students and Their Communities Impacted by Hurricane Milton
Image courtesy of NOAA
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
Artist Market Recap
Artist Market Recap
Visual senior Claire Natanek sits on the astroturf outside Building 9 during lunch to draw keyframes for her latest project. In animation, a keyframe is a drawing showing the beginning or end point of an action. These keyframes allow the motion to flow smoothly in the final product.
Animating with Intelligence
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
Anticipating the ball, visual junior Tora Cooper stands on the court in front of a crowd of students and parents. “My favorite part of being on the team is having a community that is always supportive of one another,” Cooper said. (Photo courtesy of Lotta Cooper)
‘Setting’ Up For Success
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
New assistant principal Drew Dawson supervises the cafeteria during lunch. Mr. Dawson’s duties on campus include lunch supervision, metal detector duty, and door-holder for building three during class changes. “It's a school where everyone seems to just welcome you and make you feel like you're a part of the culture and a part of the school,” Mr. Dawson said. “I just feel like everyone has a place here, and that's really cool.”
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
The donations received for Dona Por Amor include clothes, non-perishable foods, and more. Once the donation window ends, the items will be organized into groups based on the type of donation and packed into boxes. Spanish teacher Lori Brown explained that shipments going into countries with political turmoil, like Venezuela, often get stolen in the process. To combat this, the boxes will be dropped off at a non-profit organization that brings the boxes directly to Venezuela, ensuring the safety of the items.
Doing More with Amor
Digital media junior Sabastyan Henriquez wears a thrifted t-shirt and thrifted jewelry.
Secondhand Styles
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. (Ashwin Kishor)
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
Professor AI
Professor AI
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
Anticipating the ball, visual junior Tora Cooper stands on the court in front of a crowd of students and parents. “My favorite part of being on the team is having a community that is always supportive of one another,” Cooper said. (Photo courtesy of Lotta Cooper)
‘Setting’ Up For Success
Preparing to enter the field, number 15 and communications senior John Markee watches his teammates from the sidelines. On Friday, Sept. 20, the Forest Hill High School varsity football team played in their fourth game of the season, ending in a loss despite winning their first three games.
Jaguars on Forest Hill Boulevard
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
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
The Muse Has...
The Muse Has…
Muse Talks: The Ivy Illusion
Muse Talks: The Ivy Illusion
Artist Market Recap
Artist Market Recap
Muse Talks: Lovesick or Sick of Love
Muse Talks: Lovesick or Sick of Love
Behind the Camera: Film Association's Upcoming Projects
Behind the Camera: Film Association’s Upcoming Projects
Welcoming Mrs. Richardson
Welcoming Mrs. Richardson
Dancing along to the song “Toledo Surprise,” Drowsy Chaperone dance captain and theatre sophomore Sofia Gianetti participates in the Drowsy Chaperone flash mob. This surprise performance in the cafeteria aimed to promote the upcoming musical and showcase the work and time students put into the musical. “The experience is so much fun, getting to make up all the dances with (theatre teacher Sandra) Christie, assisting her, and helping anyone who has questions,” Gianetti said.
Photo of the Week 10/21
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
  • Thanksgiving Break: Nov. 23-Dec. 1
  • Multicultural Potluck at Lunch: Nov. 22
  • Orchestra Concert at 6:30 p.m. in Meyer Hall: Nov. 20
  • Jazz Concert at 6:30 p.m. in Meyer Hall: Nov. 19
  • Boys Basketball Away Game at 7:30 p.m.: Nov. 19
  • Girls Basketball Away Game at 6 p.m.: Nov. 19
  • Club Photos: Nov. 21-22
  • Boys Soccer Game at 7:30 p.m: Nov. 18
  • Girls Soccer Game at 6 p.m.: Nov. 18
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
Jade Lenkersdorf

Jade Lenkersdorf, Photo Editor

Communications senior Jade Lenkersdorf is a Photo Editor on The Muse. Aside from dying her hair and marathoning TV shows on the internet, she likes to take event pictures and write about the interesting things Dreyfoos students and teachers are doing. Lenkersdorf hopes to use The Muse to gain experience in photography and grow her portfolio. She loves working as part of a team and creating a public work of art like the publication. From student run fashion lines to out of school activities, she enjoys spotlighting the lives of Dreyfoos artists.

All content by Jade Lenkersdorf
Dance junior Makia Bogle performs during the Black History showcase on Feb.4. Bogle has been dancing for the past 13-years.

[Photo] Student Spotlight: Makia Bogle

Tom Kapitulnik and Brittany McKenzie
February 25, 2016
Communications junior Anthea Simon places a dress on a hanger as part of the Women's Empowerment Club's Dress Collection Party. Girls can donate their lightly used prom dresses, shoes, and accessories .

Photo of the Day: 2/19

Jade Lenkersdorf
February 19, 2016
Digital senior Valentina Suarez (L-R), theatre sophomore Kai Horvit, visual senior Jessica Kian and theatre sophomore Azure Kordick partake in an all vegan potluck lunch that was hosted in the gym on Feb. 16. Over 10 students brought vegan lunch and desserts, including quinoa and ice cream to share.

Photo of the Day: 2/16

Jade Lenkersdorf, Photo Editor
February 16, 2016
Theatre sophomore Evan Kwon shaves his head to raise awareness for childhood cancer at St.Baldrick's shaving and fundraising event. The club raised over $7,500 for kids battling cancer.

Photo of the Day: 2/12

Jade Lenkersdorf, Photo Editor
February 12, 2016
Communications junior Preston Gornick takes a Muse survey during period 4 regarding the Dreyfoos audition process on Tuesday. Feb. 9.

Photo of the Day: 2/9

Jade Lenkersdorf, Photo Editor
February 9, 2016
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[Photo] Tree Trimmers Bring New Changes

Jack Yan, News Editor
December 16, 2015
(L-R) Communications seniors Rachel Glismann, Destiny Washington and Lauren Punales sing Christmas carols and play with Christmas socks during lunch. "Our friend gave us all great Christmas socks as gifts and we had a fun time with them," Washington said. The group has been celebrating the season to provide relief from exam week. "We were delusional with stress and Christmas cheer," Punales said.

Photo of the Day: 12/15

Jade Lenkersdorf, Photo Editor
December 15, 2015
(L-R) Communications freshmen Madelyn Perera and Kavyasree Chigurupati adorn Christmas light updos to celebrate the beginning of the holiday season. "We did it because Christmas starts Dec. 1," Perera said. Their hairstyles were supported by water bottles and hair ties.

Photo of the Day: 12/1

Jade Lenkersdorf, Photo Editor
December 1, 2015

Seeds Open Mic Night

Jade Lenkersdorf, Photo Editor
November 17, 2015
Visual junior Maya Drummond finishes a portrait of another student at lunch on Friday, Nov. 13. Visual majors of all grades volunteered to draw portraits of students to help raise money for the visual department.

Photo of the Day: 11/13

Jade Lenkersdorf, Photo Editor
November 13, 2015
Vocal senior Yeseliette Beato (L-R), band senior Michael MaCkey, theatre senior Marshal Tobias, band senior Amari Greene and theatre senior Arliany Sapuis sit in an almost empty classroom on senior skip day, Thursday Nov. 12. Senior skip day is an ongoing Dreyfoos tradition.

Photo of the Day: 11/12

Jade Lenkersdorf, Photo Editor
November 12, 2015
(L-R) Communications freshmen Johan Kramm, Kayla Fischer, and Rebecca Nir talk while walking to the Muvico Parisian in CityPlace to watch "He Named Me Malala," about the life of Malala Yousafzai. Incoming freshmen were required to read her book, "I Am Malala" over the summer. "The movie was really inspiring to me, " Nir said. "It was awesome to leave school and see a movie with all my friends."

Photo of the Day: 11/5

Jade Lenkersdorf, Photo Editor
November 5, 2015
Communications junior Matt Nadel speaks with a representative of Rutgers University about film at Dreyfoos' College Fair. "I'm looking at very specific majors and programs for college, and it's helpful to compare the programs offered by each school literally side-by-side," Nadel said. "The representatives from each college also provide the kind of insight into school culture that the website just can't provide. " Over 70 colleges were represented in the gym from 4-6:30 p.m. on Oct. 7.

Photo of the Day: 10/7

Jade Lenkersdorf, Photo Editor
October 7, 2015
(L-R) Theatre senior Dylan Jackson, strings senior Maria Fernandez, theatre senior Madalyn MacKarey, theatre senior Jana Jackson, and strings senior Joshua Ewers rehearse for their audition for the Macy's All School A Capella Challenge. If chosen, Macy's will donate $25,000 to Dreyfoos. Contestants must perform a rendition of "I Want You Back" by The Jackson 5.

Photo of the Day: 10/6

Jade Lenkersdorf, Photo Editor
October 6, 2015
Visual seniors Daniella Rappel (left) and Palmer Crippen pose for a picture on Aug. 21 in the student parking lot during Senior Blackout.

[Photo] Seniors go all out for Blackout

Mary Rasura, Features Editor
August 21, 2015
A storm surges on a beach in Vero Beach, FL.

Photo of the Day: August 11th

Jade Lenkersdorf
August 11, 2015
Fourth of July traditions in a West Palm Beach neighborhood.

Photo of the Day: July 5th

Jade Lenkersdorf, Photo Editor
July 5, 2015
A long exposure photo of the Slingshot ride on the boardwalk in Daytona Beach, Florida. Visitors from all over the state fly up to 380 feet in the air.

Photo of the Day: June 27th

Jade Lenkersdorf, Photo Editor
June 27, 2015
(L-R) Theatre sophomore Kelly Fleming and theatre sophomore Emma Ridley embrace at the sight of the abominable snowman at Hairy Details last show during lunch.

[Photo] Hairy Details’ Curtain Call

Erik Ridd, Website Editor
May 22, 2015
(L-R) Band sophomore Austin Klewan, Bak Middle School of the Arts eighth grader Dylan Thomas and theatre sophomore Ben Rothschild play saxophone, guitar and sing in their band Jumbo Shrimp. Only Klewan, Rothschild and theatre junior Angel Leiser attend Dreyfoos.

[Photo] Jumbo Shrimp makes their mark on SunFest

Chloe Krammel, Entertainment Editor
May 5, 2015
(L-R) Communications juniors Amanda Goodman and Lauren Punales look over communication senior Julianne "Mink" Ratcliff's booth at the senior art sale at lunch. This will be the last art sale before the senior sign out on Wednesday, May 6.

Photo of the Day: May 5th

Jade Lenkersdorf, Photo Editor
May 5, 2015
Debate team members (L-R) communications freshman Garret O'Donnell, communications senior Morgaan Jessell and communications junior Bethany Ebanks act out their skit in the showcase.

[Photo] Great Scott!

Lexi Marcellino, Copy Editor
April 17, 2015
Theatre junior Chase Bencin (second from left) "promposes" to theatre junior Drew Lederman (right) in the green room at lunch. The promposal consisted of a crew of Bencin's friends, complete with sunflowers and an original song by Bencin. Needless to say, it was a success.

[Photo] Photo of the Day: April 1st

April 1, 2015
Vocal junior Nicole Kelly carefully removes a block in a game of writer’s Jenga. Each block has a word taped on it, and the first team to form a sentence wins the game. Writer’s Jenga and other field games were played at the creative writing class' Writers Block Party.

Photo of the Day: March 13th

Jade Lenkersdorf, Photo Staffer
March 13, 2015
Communications sophomore Stella Vasilopoulos (L-R) and dance junior Melanie Breaux discuss pins being sold this afternoon. Students of all majors and grades flocked to freshman hill to support their fellow students and artists at the annual Art Sale. Students sold prints, patches, stickers and jewelry they made from scratch.

Photo of the Day: March 12th

Jade Lenkersdorf, Photo Staffer
March 12, 2015

#SJW2015 Can the media be trusted?

Tiffany Abreu, Jade Lenkersdorf, and Sam Rose
February 26, 2015
“Journalism is giving people information on topics so they can formulate their own opinions on [world issues]. It enlightens people on the different events, opinions and issues occurring across the globe,” Piano sophomore Sophia Oaks said.

[Photo] #SJW2015: What is journalism?

Isaac Ochoa, Arts Staffer
February 23, 2015
(L-R) Visual sophomore Aaron Nisbett, band junior Amari Greene and band sophomore Camden Laparche chase piano senior Andy Yang (center) in a friendly game of two-hand touch football during lunch.

[Photo] Football Fever

Daniel Montoya, Sports Staffer
February 20, 2015
Members of the Environmental Club sell tea and cookies to benefit Syrian refugees with things they need. Students received a discount if they brought their own cup or bottle.

Photo of the Day: February 11th

Jade Lenkersdorf, Assistant Photo Editor
February 11, 2015
Keyboard junior Nick Baldwin lines up a throw to the underclassmen side in a game of dodge ball. Juniors and seniors teamed up against freshman and sophomores.

[Photo] Spirit Week: Day 1 Dodge Ball

Daniel Montoya, Website Staffer
January 26, 2015
Dance senior Kristen Lee cheers for her classmates in a game of dodge ball while dancing to “Anaconda” by Nicki Minaj. Today’s activity was originally kickball on the soccer field, but plans were changed due to the weather.

Photo of the Day During Spirit Week

Jade Lenkersdorf, Photo Staffer
January 26, 2015
Visual senior Madison Bloch staples canvas to a frame during class. Most seniors are free to work anywhere convenient during their Portfolio class, where any type of artwork is allowed.

Photo of the Day: January 20th

Jade Lenkersdorf, Assistant photo editor
January 20, 2015
'The Watcher' sign headlines the theater where it played on Wed. Dec. 10.

‘The Watcher’ premieres

Jade Lenkersdorf, Assistant photo editor
December 18, 2014
Author James Patterson talks at the Kravis Center for Performing Arts on Dec. 5. All Dreyfoos students got the chance to view the Prism show, which is sponsored by Patterson

Photo of the Day: December 5th

Jade Lenkersdorf, Assistant photo editor
December 5, 2014
French teacher Linda Kass and members of the French Honor Society hand out free croissants at the bus loop Friday morning.

Photo of the Day: November 7th

Jade Lenkersdorf, Assistant photo editor
November 7, 2014
Theater Junior Matthew Dickenson tries Communication junior Brett Marr’s gas mask on, which goes with his hazmat Halloween costume. The group dressed up as a variety of characters, from Eyore to Shanks from the anime, One Piece.

[Photo] Dreyfoos Halloween: 2014

Jade Lenkersdorf, Assistant photo editor
October 31, 2014
Visual junior Jacob Cartales welds an art piece, despite the rainy weather.

Photo of the Day: October 21st

Jade Lenkersdorf, Assistant Photo Editor
October 21, 2014
Communications freshmen Tyler Manley, Reilly Sams, and Alicia Marches line up a shot for their film class.

Photo of the Day: October 7th

Jade Lenkersdorf, Photo staffer
October 7, 2014

Summer at Harvard

Jade Lenkersdorf, Feautres Staffer
July 10, 2014
Students crowd around the turntable to get a picture of Nick Cannon as he arrived in the cafeteria.

[Photo] Dreyfoos’ Got Talent

Taylor Rich, Copy Editor
May 9, 2014
Strings sophomore Mateo Dorado poses in the shirt he designed.

Strings Major Strings Together a Clothing Line

Jade Lenkersdorf, Features Staffer
April 17, 2014
Lend me a tenor

Lend me a tenor

Timothy DiTocco and Jade Lenkersdorf
October 22, 2013
Jumping off the dock in Key West, FL.

[Photo] Summer Assignment 2013

August 3, 2013
Paddle boarding in Vero Beach, Fl.

[Photo] Summer Assignment 2013

August 3, 2013
Surf in Vero Beach Fl.

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