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

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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
[BRIEF] Dance Seniors Perform Solo Showcase
[BRIEF] Dance Seniors Perform Solo Showcase
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
[BRIEF] Fire Alarm Interrupts Class
[BRIEF] Fire Alarm Interrupts Class
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
  • Club Photos: Nov. 21-22
  • BSU Block Party Outside the Gym & Field Area During Lunch: Nov. 15
  • NSHS General Meeting During Lunch: Nov. 13
  • NHS Thank You Potluck from 4-5pm in the Cafeteria: Nov. 13
  • Vanderbilt University College Visit During Lunch in the Media Center: Nov. 13
  • Visual Arts & Digital Media New York Trip: Nov. 13-16
  • Flu Vaccine Clinic in Myer Hall Lobby: Nov. 12
  • National School Psychology Week: Nov. 11-15
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
All content by Photo by Jade Lenkersdorf
As mere freshmen, we observed the fluorescent tights and thong leotards that those three years above us wore. We begin grow excited for our senior year Generation Day to adhere to what those before us dressed in, purchasing our neon gear in sheer excitement on Amazon weeks before necessary. When that long awaited day finally comes, however, we have a choice whether to stick with what has done previously so many times before or to create our own ‘80s tradition. Who’s to say which is better?

[Photo] Generation Day Gear: '80s Day Attire Controversial or Comfortable?

January 24, 2018
Dan Smith, lead singer of Bastille, performs one of his songs on Friday, April 29.

[Photo] Visual Summary: Sunfest 2016

Julia Bonavita and Ruby Rosenthal
May 2, 2016
(L-R) Band senior Tyren Woods dances to music made by band juniors Kyle Virtue, Yoel Lugones, Kaleb Marshall and senior Triton Payne. The four practiced outside building 7.

[Photo] Photo of the Day 4/1

April 1, 2016
“It’s basically controlled chaos, but it’s also unpredictably unique,” digital media senior Bennett Ragan said.

[Photo] Only at Dreyfoos…

Delaney Cotton, Carly Schwamm, and Jordan Johnson
March 16, 2016
Science dean Stephen Anand (right) stands beside Principal Susan Atherley and speaks at the faculty meeting on March 15 celebrating his Teacher of the Year Award win.

[Photo] Stephen Anand wins Teacher of the Year Award

Cody Baez, News Staffer
March 15, 2016
Band senior Philipp Popp signs his name to an "academic key to success," pledging his commitment to the National Honor Society's "Project Integrity" campaign. NHS hosted the event in the cafeteria on Friday, Feb. 19, as part of the week-long initiative dedicated to bringing awareness to academic dishonesty.

[Photo] Pledging to “Project Integrity”

Alex Gordon, News Staffer
February 22, 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] Photo of the Day: 2/19

Jade Lenkersdorf
February 19, 2016
Communications senior Zahariah Leggett organizes carnations for the “Seeds” Valentine’s Day flower delivery. “[Students] should buy [carnations] because they’re cheap gifts to buy for all of their friends on Valentine’s Day. It also supports the annual publication of ‘Seeds,’” “Seeds” Editor-in-Chief and communications senior Taylor Spruce said.

[Photo] Carnation Craze

Uma Raja, Arts Editor
February 16, 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] Photo of the Day: 2/16

Jade Lenkersdorf, Photo Editor
February 16, 2016
Math teacher Christopher Coombs (left) and school counselor Mark Carson pose for photos after shaving their heads.

[Photo] Students go bald for St. Baldrick’s

Ashley Brundage, News Staffer
February 12, 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] 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] Photo of the Day: 2/9

Jade Lenkersdorf, Photo Editor
February 9, 2016
Vocal senior Josh Johnson (left) dances at Homecoming on Jan. 29. It was untraditional this year, with a "House Party" theme that allowed more casual attire and offered many games for students to play and win prizes.

[Photo] Homecoming entertains students with casual “House Party” theme

Alexis Pinchuk, Op/Ed Editor
January 30, 2016
Dance senior Melanie Breaux (L-R), band senior Amber Chu, and dance seniors Francesca Horvath and Sierra Cooper dance in the seniors' final Pep Rally Dance. Seniors won first place.

[Photo] Spirit Week Day 5: Pep Rally and Class Colors Day

Tom Kapitulnik, Assistant Managing Editor
January 29, 2016
Dance senior Melanie Breaux (L-R), band senior Amber Chu, and dance seniors Francesca Horvath and Sierra Cooper dance in the seniors' final Pep Rally Dance. Seniors won first place.

[Photo] Playlist: Getting Pumped for Pep Rally

Julia Horneck and Taylor Rich
January 28, 2016
Communications junior Daniel Montoya (L-R), communications junior Daniel Kaufman, and visual junior Bjorn Corning perform in the junior Powderpuff cheer routine.

[Photo] Spirit Week Day 4: Celebrity Day

Ruby Rosenthal, Entertainment Staffer
January 28, 2016
Mr. Mitch Winehouse talks to Dreyfoos students about his daughter, Amy Winehouse and about drug and alcohol addiction. He shared stories about her life as a performer, and her struggles with fame and her addiction.

[Photo] The Winehouse Foundation Visits Dreyfoos

Cody Baez, News staffer
January 28, 2016
Visual senior Calil Arguedas-Russell (L-R), theatre freshman Elizabeth Holzhauer, band freshman Samantha Goldstein, vocal freshman Hannah Loliyong, and digital media freshman Isabella Montelongo of the Ukulele Club perform "All of Me" by John Legend at "Seeds" Open Mic Night on Jan. 19 at Harold's Coffee Lounge.

[Photo] Second Open Mic Night is a success

Uma Raja, Arts Editor
January 19, 2016
Communications senior Amanda Goodman presents original spoken word poetry at Seeds Second open mic night.

[Photo] Photo of the Day: 1/19

January 19, 2016
Communications freshman Michael Bole plays games with friends as they wait for the end of a tornado warning on Jan. 15.

[Photo] Tornado watch brings Dreyfoos to a standstill

Jack Yan, News Editor
January 15, 2016
The new security button at the gate outside Building 1. Visitors will have to use it to gain permission from Mrs. Berryman in order to enter campus.

[Photo] Locked Out of Dreyfoos

Morgan Scott, Arts Staffer
January 13, 2016
(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] Photo of the Day: 12/15

Jade Lenkersdorf, Photo Editor
December 15, 2015
Communications junior Oscar Hamilton (left), visual sophomore Aaron Crawford (middle), and band junior Derek Brown (right) defend against the opposing team Donna Klein Jewish Academy in a game on Dec. 7 that featured a 64-60 Dreyfoos win in their home court.

[Photo] Boys Basketball Game Update

Shane McVan, Sports Staffer
December 7, 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] Photo of the Day: 12/1

Jade Lenkersdorf, Photo Editor
December 1, 2015
Communications senior Tiffany Abreu performs her poem "Three" at Seeds Open Mic Night at Harold's Coffee Lounge on Tuesday, Nov. 17.

[Photo] 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] 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] 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] Photo of the Day: 11/5

Jade Lenkersdorf, Photo Editor
November 5, 2015
Strings junior Jorge Plaza dangles a doughnut for band freshman Mark Silver as he competes in the Fall Festival's doughnut eating race during lunch on Friday, Oct. 30.

[Photo] Fall Festival 2015

Julia Horneck, Website Editor
October 30, 2015
Theatre senior Alyssa Gates talks to a representative of Tulane University at Dreyfoos’ College Fair on Oct. 7. The fair was held in the gym from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and over 70 colleges were represented.

[Photo] Dreyfoos rushes the College Fair

Jack Yan, News Editor
October 9, 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] Photo of the Day: 10/7

Jade Lenkersdorf, Photo Editor
October 7, 2015
Communications teacher Christine Tieche is once again back teaching film and TV production courses. "Coming back to Dreyfoos always seemed like a no brainer," Ms. Tieche said. "This place is my home."

[Photo] Welcoming Back Ms. Tieche

Lexi Marcellino, Copy Editor
September 13, 2015
Theatre freshman Sasha Prissert performs during the 9/11 Tribute Memorial on Friday afternoon in Meyer Hall.

[Photo] 9/11 Tribute Memorial

Zach DeCastro, News Staffer
September 11, 2015
Social studies teacher Sarah Ray and visual arts teacher Lacey Van Reeth look at yearbooks from previous years. All the yearbooks since the first graduating class of 1990 were on display for students and faculty .

[Photo] Dreyfoos’ 25th Birthday

Daniel Montoya, News Staffer
August 27, 2015
Students crowd the hallways during lunch on the first day of school.

[Photo] 1 Down 179 to Go

Jack Yan, News Editor
August 17, 2015
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