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The Student News Site of Foothill Technology High School

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On Nov. 17, 2022, in honor of the SpongeBob vs. Mickey Mouse Club House spirit day, Loral Karian 25 and Quan Nguyen 25 poke fun at each other arguing over which show is better. Karian sports her Disney clothes and Mickey Mouse hair pieces, while Nguyen holds a custom made SpongeBob.
"F.R.I.E.N.D.S" vs. "The Office": Dragons participate in a competitive spirit week
Maggie Lay, Reporter • November 21, 2022

During the more uneventful month of November, students at Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) were given the opportunity to participate in the school's connection...

A Foothill Tech student dances as the mariachi band plays music behind her.
Foothill Tech's Día de los Muertos celebration brings families together to commemorate past loved ones
November 6, 2022
On Oct. 31, 2022, both Foothill Tech students and staff dressed up in fun costumes to celebrate Halloween. They paraded these costumes around the school, their looks ranging from from the classic witch to a giant traffic cone. Pictured above, Principal Russell Gibbs, Assistant Principal Frank Davis and Assistant Principal Katie Tedford are all dressed as inflatable dragons to show their school spirit. They pose with math teacher Rick Villano and a few students also displaying their costumes.
Trunk or Treat: A Halloween favorite hosted by Foothill Tech seniors
November 2, 2022
Wearing colorful witches hats, members of ASB pour out a spooky yet delicious concoction called Witches Brew.
A spooky feel drifts into Foothill Tech during Halloween-themed Renaissance Rally
October 18, 2022
Students jump up and down as the beat drops and the sparklers go off.
Foothill Tech gets festive at the "All Hallows Eve" dance
October 16, 2022
Ventura Unified educators stand on the corner of Victoria Ave. and Telephone Rd. holding a poster that reads, Stand Up for Me.
"We're worth more": VUEA educators rally for livable wages and district support
October 16, 2022
Sports
Owen Houston 23 (number 0) reaches towards the basket and releases the ball for a wide-open layup, hoping to score some much-needed points for the Dragons in the fourth quarter. Fans in the audience cheer loudly as the ball inches toward the basket.
Brutal fourth quarter beatdown costs boys' basketball the win against Channel Islands
Theo Kayser and Chance Leandro • November 26, 2022

On Nov. 22, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys’ basketball team faced off against the Channel Islands High School (Channel Islands) Raiders for their...

During the first half, the goalie is able to quickly save a goal. This play renews the spirits of the players and the Dragons begin to sprint to the ball after the goalie kicks it.
Boys' soccer bested in first home game of the season
November 23, 2022
The video section, a prominent group within The Foothill Dragon Press, joins together with some friends to discuss all things sports in the first episode of this new podcast series.
Video and Friends Podcast: Sports edition
November 10, 2022
On the windy day of Nov. 2, 2022 girls’ tennis faced off against Simi Valley High School at Ventura College in their first round of CIF playoffs. Julia Geib ‘25 and Lola Tennison ‘24 are introduced to the players in their first match of the day, high-fiving them with tennis rackets and wishing them luck in the game to come. Players from both teams, wrapped in jackets to stay warm, show their support by clapping and cheering on their teammates.
Girls' tennis CIF hopes thwarted by Santiago High School in second round
November 10, 2022
Before the race started, the team huddled together on the starting line for a inspirational talk. They finished it with a loud cheer and then began preparations for their race.
Cross country captures another victory in TCAA league finals
November 8, 2022
The boys water polo team fights through exhaustion while treading water for a majority of the game. They are captured here competing with Buena High School, a game in which they played vigorously.
Boys' water polo meets season end in CIF competition against Buena High School
November 7, 2022
Features
After losing her sister Rebecca to cancer, Dahl-Nicolle felt the need to paint flowers. She has always been a portrait painter and this sudden urge to paint flowers was unfamiliar. She used her time in the studio to remember her sister and mourn her passing. The paintings that came from this are a way for her to understand and process her grief. A Year Without You puts this act of remembrance on display and invites others to join in remembering those that have been lost over the past few years.
"The Totally R.A.D. Foundation": Providing hope for local families affected by cancer
Beatrice Barnes, Writer • November 18, 2022

Looking for a chance to check out local art and support a good cause? The Totally R.A.D Foundation is hosting an art show at the Ventura County Museum Nov. 19 from 5-9 p.m....

Venturas local robotics team, Team 4414, soars high in competitions through countless hours of work dedicated to making the best possible robots.
Ventura's HighTide robotics team succeeds through hard work and dedication
November 14, 2022
Sprinkled with rain, the bright yellow signs lined up on the grass across from Kimball Park demand attention from anyone who passes by. These signs are some of the many different signs littered throughout Ventura County that call attention to the upcoming elections held on Nov. 8 for Ventura City Council and other different measures both locally and statewide. All voters have the responsibility of voting on these highly important matters, but it can be more difficult for voters who have just turned 18 due to their lack of previous experience.
Student voters: The future of America
November 8, 2022
Opinion
In the middle of the night, your mind can unconsciously stumble away from you, trapping and holding onto any thought that accidentally materializes into existence.
Cartoon 105: Wanderer
Gigi Richardson Seifert, Illustrator • November 12, 2022

Lacking in basic necessities, the Foothill Tech bathrooms are home to those avoiding classes and wanting to pull out their vape. The sickly smell of vapes is accented by graffiti on the stall walls that provides a great addition to the ambiance of the restrooms.
Satire: The horrors of a high school bathroom
November 4, 2022
A&E
Cap’n Crunch has a variety of flavors to choose from. However, some are better than others, so picking just one is not an easy task.
Cereal Killers: "Cap'n Crunch"
Kelly Quinn, Writer • November 21, 2022

One of the most iconic cereals on the market is “Cap’n Crunch.” However, if one were to want a box from the store, it might not be as simple...

Taylor Swift rises up to the top of the charts with her experimental new album “Midnights.
"Midnights": A perfect addition to Taylor Swift's discography
November 9, 2022
On Nov. 4, Drake and 21 Savage came together to release their highly anticipated collaborative album, Her Loss.
"Her Loss": A lifeless plea for mainstream approval
November 7, 2022
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