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

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Holding a position en pointe, dance juniors and seniors perform “Snow” in the final number of the Winter Arts Medley. During the piece, a simulated snowfall took place in Meyer Hall.
Multi-Major Medley
Band director Evan Rogovin swiftly moves his arms as he conducts a piece. This piece was the fourth composition of the night, titled “C’est Noel,” which was performed by the symphonic orchestra.
We Are Lights: Reflecting on Prism
Sporting a Santa hat given to her by the ARTS Club, a little girl finishes unwrapping her present during the Jefferson Jubilee. Before the event, members of ARTS Club were assigned to buy toys and clothes for one child. The gifts the children received spanned from Lego sets to Barbie dolls and toy cars.
Helping for the Holidays
This piece, titled “Transience,” features two separate paintings with strings of beads connecting the two into a singular piece.
[BRIEF] “Threads of Time” Gallery Opened for Display
District Pilots AI Student Surveillance Program
District Pilots AI Student Surveillance Program
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
This piece, titled “Transience,” features two separate paintings with strings of beads connecting the two into a singular piece.
[BRIEF] “Threads of Time” Gallery Opened for Display
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] Hairy Details Hosts First Performance
[BRIEF] Hairy Details Hosts First Performance
[BRIEF] Dance Seniors Perform Solo Showcase
[BRIEF] Dance Seniors Perform Solo Showcase
Holding a position en pointe, dance juniors and seniors perform “Snow” in the final number of the Winter Arts Medley. During the piece, a simulated snowfall took place in Meyer Hall.
Multi-Major Medley
Band director Evan Rogovin swiftly moves his arms as he conducts a piece. This piece was the fourth composition of the night, titled “C’est Noel,” which was performed by the symphonic orchestra.
We Are Lights: Reflecting on Prism
This piece, titled “Transience,” features two separate paintings with strings of beads connecting the two into a singular piece.
[BRIEF] “Threads of Time” Gallery Opened for Display
Staged in the back of the ensemble, trumpet players utilized a variety of trumpet mutes to amplify and augment their pitch and musical tone throughout different songs in the concert.
Jazzing it Up
Leaning to the right, dance senior Emma Elder performs in a hip-hop piece titled “Y2K.” The music played during the piece was a compilation of various artists, and the choreography was done by Ebone Johnson. The dancers wore costumes inspired by the fashion trends of the early 2000s. (Caption by Mia Salvador)
Significant Steps, Lasting Encounters
Artist Market Recap
Artist Market Recap
Michael Feuerborn and his family stand in front of their home. After receiving GoFundMe donations, the Feuerborns could repay their missed rent and secure another lease on the home. Michael said that the money they raised “guaranteed a roof over our head(s)."
Hope Reborn for the Feuerborns
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
Bringing Christmas to South Florida: On Nov 2. The Ben Marriott Autograph Collection opened South Florida's first outdoor skating rink. From the hotel's top floor, there is a view of the hundreds of people who visit throughout the day to participate in this winter activity.
West Palm’s Winter Wonderland
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)
A photo illustration of Griffin Petti surrounded by parental consent forms.
The Wrongs of Parental Rights
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
Strings senior William Tong and other boys basketball team members cheer on the girls basketball team after a three-point shot was made during the second quarter. The boys team played their first home game against SLAM! Palm Beach (Sports Leadership and Management) following the girls game.
Welcome to the Jungle
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
Photo courtesy of Pix4free
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
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
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
Band director Evan Rogovin prepares the symphonic band for the piece “C’est Noel” as the curtains rise behind him. This piece was the fourth of the night and spanned over three minutes and 40 seconds.
Photo Of the Week 12/12
Reading out loud, dance junior Jillian Homeier holds up a book to assist a preschooler. Books were just one of the gifts that all children received; other gifts, including clothes, toys, and games, were taken home by the children. The ARTS Club manages this Jefferson Jubilee event off of school and community involvement by asking ARTS Club members to donate Christmas gifts and buy clothes for their assigned kid.
Photo of the Week 12/6
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
  • Semester Exams: Dec. 17-20th
  • Last Day Until Winter Break: Dec. 20
  • SOAFI Event for Vocal Majors: Dec.18
  • Step Team Practice: Dec. 17
  • Drivers Ed Course: Dec. 17
  • NHS campus cleanup at 4pm: Dec. 16
  • Band Potluck at lunch : Dec. 16
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
Jennifer Jia

Jennifer Jia, Editor-in-Chief

Communications senior Jennifer Jia is a third-year staffer and the Editor-in-Chief of The Muse. She is also a member of the Speech and Debate Team, the social media manager of her local nature center, and a member of her school’s honor societies. When she is not obsessively researching about college or attempting to study 12 hours straight for her AP classes, she enjoys writing, drawing, and taking nature hikes—yes, even in Florida’s melting heat. Her goal as the Editor-in-Chief is to provide quality journalism that the newsmagazine’s audience can enjoy, whether that would be articles, videos, social media posts, or layout designs. Undoubtedly, her time in the publication has given her a voice, a passion for journalism that she hopes to continue, and most importantly, The Muse family who she considers to have created lifelong friendships. While the publication can be stressful at times, she embraces a positive attitude and can thoroughly say that The Muse has been the highlight of her high school experience.

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Digital media and visual students, alongside their parents and faculty members, wander the halls of Building 9. The gallery featured over one hundred pieces, including sculptures, paintings, and sketches.

SPRING ART SHOW: PHOTO GALLERY

Jennifer Jia, Editor-In-Chief
April 12, 2019
GIRL SCOUTS

GIRL SCOUTS

Anamaria Navarrete and Jennifer Jia
February 13, 2019
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[Photo] ARTS INDEX

Sasha Monaco, Arts Editor
November 30, 2018
DREYFOOS NEWS BRIEFS: GRAD BASH, COLLEGE COMMITMENTS, AND MORE

DREYFOOS NEWS BRIEFS: GRAD BASH, COLLEGE COMMITMENTS, AND MORE

Jennifer Jia, Editor-in-Chief
May 7, 2018
Placed on a white podium, a gold, metal-wire sculpture is featured, illuminated under the iridescent spotlight. The Visual Arts/Digital Media Spring Show featured a diverse range of art mediums from acrylic paint to charcoal, as well as a variety of subjects from fruit to portraits. Spectators were able to see the culmination of hard work by visual and digital media students leading up to the art gallery on April 11, through both upstairs and downstairs exhibit galleries found in Building 9.

VISUAL & DIGITAL SPRING SHOW

Jennifer Jia, Editor-in-Chief
April 12, 2018
Thousands of artists, students, and spectators will occupy Lake and Lucerne Avenue on Feb. 24-25 to view the street art adorning downtown Lake Worth, including vibrant pastels and bold hues. “The Lake Worth Street Painting Festival is such an amazing experience,” Allione said. “Being able to work with professional artists and receive their advice is such a unique opportunity for students to transition into working professionally.”

GUIDE TO THE LAKE WORTH STREET PAINTING FESTIVAL

Jennifer Jia and Genesis Allione
February 21, 2018
Theatre junior Elle Holzhauer acts as the lead role in communications senior Brianna Seaberg’s film “Change of Heart.” Holzhauer plays Claire, a girl who strives to find internal peace after the emotional trauma of losing a grandparent. “Acting in ‘Change of Heart’ was an amazing experience, as I got to collaborate with other talented students and refine my own style of acting,” Holzhauer said. “That just makes me love acting more. It’s not just the end product, but also the experience.”

ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: ELLE HOLZHAUER

Jennifer Jia, Arts Editor
February 6, 2018
The freshmen dodgeball team celebrate defeating the junior class. Advancing to the final round against the seniors, the freshmen later lost, placing second in the tournament.

Seniors Dominate Dodgeball on Music Genre Day

Jennifer Jia, Arts Editor
January 29, 2018
Many of the songs performed throughout the concert were able to create a storyline, with the performers adopting character roles, or expressing the song through choreography.

PRISM PRESENTS A JOYFUL START TO THE HOLIDAY SEASON

Jennifer Jia, Arts Staffer
December 11, 2017
The band department performs at the second annual Veterans Day Band Concert on Nov. 7 in Meyer Hall. From songs that captured the hardships and sacrifice of war to songs that honored the brave men who served in the U.S. military, the concert included a variety of patriotic songs, including “America, the Beautiful.”

BAND CONCERT HONORS VETERANS

Jennifer Jia, Arts Editor
November 12, 2017
Band junior Leo Markel and vocal senior James Jean, along with the Groove Toons jazz group, perform at the Jazz Combos Concert held on Oct. 24. Vocal majors collaborated with band students in delivering a melodic and powerful performance.

Captivating Crescendos at Jazz Combos Concert

Jennifer Jia, Arts Editor
November 2, 2017
Decorating the walls of Building 9, artwork that spanned from photographs to articles of clothing adorned the walls. Students showcased their summer pieces at the annual Visual/Digital Fall Showcase on Sept. 27.

Visual/Digital Fall Show

Jennifer Jia, Arts Staffer
October 5, 2017
Upcoming Events and Performances

Upcoming Events and Performances

Jennifer Jia, Arts Editor
September 21, 2017
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Memories and Major Events in the Strings Department 2016-2017 School Year

Jennifer Jia, Arts Editor
May 29, 2017
The wind quintet performed “Movements for Wind Quintet, Op. 16” composed by Robert Muczynski. Featuring whimsical and light-hearted melodies, students performed for friends and peers.

Winds Concert

Jennifer Jia, Arts Editor
April 29, 2017
Following the last movement, students rise from their seats as they are given a standing ovation by the audience.

Orchestra Concert

Jennifer Jia, Arts Editor
April 22, 2017
Uriel Baldesco poses while on her set for the upcoming Nickelodeon show “I am Frankie” as the character Lucia Baxter.

Uriel Baldesco

Jennifer Jia, Arts Editor
April 8, 2017
Communications freshmen Mara Vaknin (L-R), Kevin Ahern, Kyle Ahern, junior Alex Gordon, senior Jake Perl, and junior Maya Levkovitz. Students who qualified for the national tournament at Kentucky in May 2017 pose with their medals after the Palm Beach Catholic Forensic League (PBCFL) Grand Finals award ceremony.

Dreyfoos Debate Conquers ‘Cat Nats’

Jennifer Jia, Arts Staffer
March 1, 2017
Strings freshmen Hannah Xie (left) and Abigail McNutt perform in the String Orchestra concert held on Feb. 17 in the Brandt Black Box Theater.

Strings Students Serenade to Start off Semester

Jennifer Jia, Arts Staffer
February 22, 2017
Piano sophomores Annemarie Gerlach (L-R) and Adele Denizard open the recital with “Bilder aus Osten Op. 66 No. 4 & 5” composed by Robert Schumann.

Piano Duet Recital Strikes a Nostalgic Note

Jennifer Jia, Arts Staffer
February 12, 2017
During the day of the Philharmonic orchestra performance, band junior Chloe Tordi (L-R), senior Harrison Cody, and junior Rachel Gebeloff dress in their performance attire for All-State.

Musicians Make their Mark at All-State

Jennifer Jia, Arts Staffer
January 19, 2017
Director and band instructor Evan Rogovin presents the Zero Hour Jazz ensemble, as the audience delivers a standing ovation.

Joined Through Jazz

Jennifer Jia, Arts Staffer
November 23, 2016
(L-R) Dance senior Miranda Capparelli and junior Madelynn Gallo dance and sing along to music at the Fun Friday event hosted in the cafeteria by SGA.

Students Enjoy ‘Fun Friday’ Festivities

Jennifer Jia, Arts Staffer
November 18, 2016
The Philharmonic Orchestra rose from their seats at the end of the concert following the piece “Italian Symphony,” as the audience gave a standing ovation to the students in Meyer Hall.

Philharmonic Concert

Jennifer Jia, Arts Staffer
November 8, 2016
Communications junior Ariel Gordon and communications senior Kayla Gallagher perform a Duo Interpretation piece entitled “Thistle Blossoms,” topping off the performance with flamboyant red skirtsuits.

Speech and Debaters Shine at SpeakEasy

Jennifer Jia, Arts Staffer
October 25, 2016
Social studies teacher (L-R) Javier Mora, communications sophomore Michael Bole, former vocal sophomore Luke Tillitski, communications senior Jack Yan, junior Maya Levkovitz, senior Anjelica Abraham, senior Matt Nadel, junior Alexander Gordon, and digital junior Joshua Meredith pose with their awards. The Dreyfoos debate team competed at the Yale Invitational and placed fourth in tournament sweepstakes in New Haven, Connecticut.

Speech and debate team excels at Yale Invitational

Jennifer Jia, Arts Staffer
September 28, 2016
“With my artwork, my goal is to give people a reaction, usually a negative one,” visual junior Ava Sodergren said. “Some artists paint a pretty flower, but I believe that art is so much more than a flower. It can address social problems in society and change people’s views on a subject.”

Artist Spotlight: Ava Sodergren

Jennifer Jia, Arts Staffer
September 3, 2016
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