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
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
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
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
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
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
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
[BRIEF] Boys Basketball Team Announced
[BRIEF] Boys Basketball Team Announced
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
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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

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

THE MUSE
Anamaria Navarrete

Anamaria Navarrete, Assistant Managing Editor

Communications senior Anamaria Navarrete is a third-year staffer for The Muse and an assistant managing editor. She enjoys all sorts of music and is very enthusiastic to return to the creative community and family on the publication. Outside of The Muse, Navarrete is President of A.R.T.S. Club and a journalism intern for the School of the Arts Foundation. She looks forward to witnessing the further growth of her journalistic and leadership capabilities and gaining experience through the magazine, as well as helping those around her foster their own capabilities in a positive environment. 

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"IT'S TIME FOR ME TO GET BACK TO MY PEOPLE AND MY KIDS”: MRS. FERRERA RETURNS TO CAMPUS

“IT’S TIME FOR ME TO GET BACK TO MY PEOPLE AND MY KIDS”: MRS. FERRERA RETURNS TO CAMPUS

Anamaria Navarrete, Assistant Managing Editor
February 21, 2020
Band major David Galli performed a saxophone solo during the concert on Wednesday. “Is [Jazz] it a lifestyle? Is it a music genre?” Galli said.”[It’s important] to [remember] the original African American traditions.”

DREYFOOS AND BAK JAZZ BANDS PLAY OUT MEYER HALL

Anamaria Navarrete and Dorian VanCoppenolle
November 13, 2019
TIKTOK: THE EASY STREET TO FAME, FORTUNE, AND SUCCESS

TIKTOK: THE EASY STREET TO FAME, FORTUNE, AND SUCCESS

Anamaria Navarrete, Assistant Managing Editor
September 27, 2019
Each year at Halloween, Mr.Gambolati dressed as Dr. Evil, announcing to each class he substituted for that he was wearing his "real clothes" that day.

REMEMBERING DR.EVIL

Anamaria Navarrete, Assistant Managing Editor
May 16, 2019
Communications juniors Katherine McNamara and Sebastian Fernandez prepare to speak as they stand in front of the new mural in the cafeteria designed by visual juniors Angel Ly and Amanda Cohen. “It was a big collection of organizations that helped us put it on, but also lots of individual people,” Fernandez said. “We couldn't have made the week as good as it was without the help of the community.”

SCHOOLWIDE MENTAL HEALTH WEEK COMBATS STIGMA

Anamaria Navarrete and Adam Goldstick
March 11, 2019
FACULTY FRIENDSHIPS Q&A

FACULTY FRIENDSHIPS Q&A

Anamaria Navarrete, Features Editor
February 22, 2019
GIRL SCOUTS

GIRL SCOUTS

Anamaria Navarrete and Jennifer Jia
February 13, 2019
LIP DUB

LIP DUB

Anamaria Navarrete, Features Editor
January 30, 2019
WHAT ARE YOUR PLANS FOR THANKSGIVING BREAK?

WHAT ARE YOUR PLANS FOR THANKSGIVING BREAK?

Anamaria Navarrete, Features Editor
November 15, 2018
Communications junior Faith Tirtarahardja dresses as a pineapple to fit her group’s theme of DIY fruits during Halloween 2017.

DIY HALLOWEEN COSTUMES

Anamaria Navarrete, Features Editor
October 31, 2018
Strikowski throws playing cards, one of the main tools used in his magic tricks, into the air. “When I was just starting out, I told myself that I was just going to do coin tricks because cards were too ‘cliche’,” Strikowski said. “Then I started discovering all the different things that you can do with cards and that’s what I have focused on ever since.” Strikowski has entertained various students and teachers using card tricks as a part of his comedic approach.

MAGICIAN MAKES HIS MARK: JUSTIN STRIKOWSKI

Anamaria Navarrete, Features Editor
October 17, 2018
New Assistant Principal Teneisha Finney interacts with students in the cafeteria during her supervising shift. “I worked at Atlantic [High School] for 13 years, and it was different because they didn't have arts programs that they taught at the school specifically,” Mrs. Finney said. “It's a very different environment. I loved Atlantic and I love it here and I'm just excited to be here.” Mrs. Finney enforced school rules and got to know the student body in her first few weeks as a staff member.

“A PERFECT FIT”: DREYFOOS MEETS MRS.FINNEY

Anamaria Navarrete, Features Editor
September 15, 2018
Childish Gambino’s new song and video for This is America has accumulated over 120 million views in just one week.

THIS IS AMERICA: REVIEW

Anamaria Navarrete, Features Editor
May 15, 2018
STUDENT STYLISTS

STUDENT STYLISTS

Anamaria Navarrete, Features Editor
May 14, 2018
Drummer Walker MacMillan enjoys his time on stage, enthusiastically playing at his drum kit. “What made me want to be in a band was the need to share and experience the feeling of music with other people, not just myself,” MacMillan said. “This not only provides me with different musical perspectives, but helps bring together concepts I couldn't produce on my own.” Student band, Nite Box, received the opportunity to share their music through performing at SunFest.

NITE BOX: STUDENT BAND TAKES ON SUNFEST

Anamaria Navarrete, Features Editor
May 11, 2018
Students show their appreciation for former communications teacher Ancil Deluz during the closing applause of Streaming Canvas. “I was really happy to see him come back and support dreyfoos film and it made my heart warm to see his smiling face,” communications senior Gina Givens said. “He taught me so much about film, but the main thing I learned is that film is all about love and compassion towards the people around you and the world.” Mr. Deluz taught at Dreyfoos since it was founded, and he retired just last year. Communications teacher Ruby Hernandez made the transition to becoming a teacher, as opposed to an artist in residence, this year, assuming the responsibilities of the film festival alongside artist in residence Alisha Snyder.

STREAMING CANVAS SHOWCASES STUDENT FILMS

Anamaria Navarrete, Arts Staffer
March 16, 2018
Vocal senior Dylan Melville made the crowd emotional, dedicating the performance to his 5-year-old cousin who recently passed away. “It’s a song I always hoped to sing to him, and I know he was here watching over me,” Melville said. His cover of the song, “Light in the Hallway” by Audra May, drew a heartfelt reaction from the audience.

SENIORS’ STORIES TOLD THROUGH SONG

Anamaria Navarrete, Arts Staffer
February 16, 2018
The original season of the Netflix original series “Stranger Things” debuted on July 15,2016. The series featured a supernatural world in which everything is controlled by the beings of the Upside Down. In its return, the show drew a larger audience than before.

STRANGER THINGS 2:REVIEW

Anamaria Navarrete, Entertainment Staffer
November 8, 2017
Theatre sophomore Abigail Willer, communications sophomore Kristina Robinette, and communications sophomore Milani Gosman drew inspiration from characters in the Netflix original series “Stranger Things” for Halloween 2016. The trio were widely recognized by the show’s viewers across campus. ”I was obsessed with the show at the time and Eleven’s character really stood out to me,” Robinette said.

FROM SILVER SCREENS TO HALLOWEEN

Anamaria Navarrete, Entertainment Staffer
October 29, 2017
Every year as summer arrives, new songs become trendy among the social stratosphere.

SONGS OF THE SUMMER

Anamaria Navarrete, Entertainment Staffer
September 6, 2017
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