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Drug use, particularly vaping or smoking marijuana, is a prevalent issue among high schoolers. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) states that 23.2 percent of 12th graders had vaped nicotine in the past year, and 29 percent of 12th graders had reported using cannabis in the past year, according to the 2023 NIDA Monitoring the Future annual survey. While drug use among teens is not rising dramatically, the dangers of doing so have. With deadly synthetic drugs like fentanyl contaminating drug supplies, drug use in teens has been more dangerous than ever before.

Investigating student drug use at Foothill Tech

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Physics teacher Emily Hunt drops a student’s egg contraption.

Physics principles of the Egg Drop

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The Aztecs were a prominent influence on the world in which we live today.

How the Aztecs shaped the modern world

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Disney Channel stardom has repeatedly lead to the downfall of young celebrity’s. Being in the spotlight provides access to a self destructive pathway for young stars.

The curse of Disney Channel stardom

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Dual enrollment vs. advanced placement: Which class is more beneficial?

Dual enrollment vs. advanced placement: Which class is more beneficial?

April 26, 2024

How has “Helldivers 2” become the biggest game in the industry?

How has “Helldivers 2” become the biggest game in the industry?

April 25, 2024

Boys’ baseball takes Cate in 8-0 Senior Night blowout

Boys’ baseball takes Cate in 8-0 Senior Night blowout

April 24, 2024

Student needs pantry: Interact Club provides support for students

Student needs pantry: Interact Club provides support for students

April 24, 2024

Earth Day 2024: Planet vs. Plastics

Earth Day 2024: Planet vs. Plastics

April 23, 2024

The Drama program brings new knowledge to Foothill Tech through Greek mythology

The Drama program brings new knowledge to Foothill Tech through Greek mythology

April 22, 2024

Cross Country League Finals: Photo Essay

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In the sunny afternoon heat of Nov. 2, 2023, the Foothill Cross Country Team competed and won the TCAA League Finals. With the boys’ varsity, junior varsity and girls’ junior varsity all winning first place, along with girls’ varsity winning second, the team raced well and set personal records at the Camino Real Park course.
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The boys junior varsity race started fast with Brandon Wofford 25 fighting hard for a spot in the upper pack during the opening of his race, hustling as he came down the airstrip to the start of the valley loop.
Cross Country performs exceptionally well at Clovis Invitational and Mt. SAC Races
On Sept. 22, 2023, Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) competed in their first Tri-County Athletic (TCAA) league meet. Foothill Tech races with five girls on varsity, including Danika Swanson-Rico 25, Bennett Rodman 26, Kalea Eggertsen 26, Emma Anderson 26 and Isabella Efner 25. They warm-up on the start line, exchanging words of encouragement and waiting for the queue to begin the race.
Cross country starts off strong at first league meet of the 2023 season
With the bang of the starting gun, the varsity boys sprint to gain the lead in the race.
Cross country
On Oct. 25, 2022, Foothill Technology boys varsity cross country finishes racing at the CIF State Champioships in Clovis, California. Kai Bensen 23 comforts Erik De la Trinidad 23, offering support at the finish line after both athletes achieved a personal record for the five-kilometer course. De la Trinidad had a time of 17:32.5 and Bensen ran a 17:22.8.
Boys' cross country takes eighth at the CIF State Championships to conclude their season
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
With the bang of the starting gun, the varsity boys sprint to gain the lead in the race.
Cross country has successful showing at first league meet of the season
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Ventura College, the two-year institution of higher education, was established in 1925. It was the first college in the county when the junior college department was added to Ventura Union High School.
Dual enrollment vs. advanced placement: Which class is more beneficial?
Helldivers 2 has taken off in the gaming world getting critical acclaim and impressive sales. But is Helldivers 2 just the next trendy game that will die out in a couple of months or will it really make an impact and stay relevant for the coming years?
How has “Helldivers 2” become the biggest game in the industry?
On April 22, 2024, the Foothill Technology High School’s (Foothill Tech) baseball team took to the field for their last home game of the season and honored their seniors for all of their hard work and dedication to the team over the years. Mike Haas, the head coach, gave heartfelt speeches for each senior talking about how much of an influence they all had on the team both on the field and off.
Boys' baseball takes Cate in 8-0 Senior Night blowout
Foothill Technology High Schools (Foothill Tech) Interact Club teams up with the wellness center to provide free resources for any student in need. Located in the wellness center, are grey baskets full of supplies. They store markers, pencils, pens, and notebooks for all of students academic needs. They also have hygiene products like toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant and feminine products.
Student needs pantry: Interact Club provides support for students
As spring begins, the hills surrounding Ventura turn green and flowers bloom. Earth Day reminds us to appreciate the beauty of nature in our everyday lives.
Earth Day 2024: Planet vs. Plastics
On the evenings of April 17, 18 and 19, Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) students, who are apart of the Drama Department, put on a show of The Greek Mythology Olympiaganza for parents, students and staff to enjoy. This is the Drama department’s second production of the school year starting with Elf The Musical in December. Parents and students filled the chairs in Spirito Hall bringing flowers, cards and gifts to support their students, as well as cash to buy snacks that were provided by Drama department as a fundraiser for the club. The night was filled with joy, fear, laughter and gloating all provided by the students of the Drama department.
The Drama program brings new knowledge to Foothill Tech through Greek mythology
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The Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) volleyball team celebrates their victory for their final match of the 2024 season. Ventura High Schools (Ventura) Tuttle Gym was packed with cheering fans as the crosstown match ran its duration.
Boys' volleyball smashes Ventura in final game of the season
Foothill Technology High School’s starting lineup heads out to the field to warm up for the start of the first inning. The team talks strategy to prepare for their league game against Grace Brethren High School.
Boys' baseball trashes Grace Brethren 10-3 at home
In the afternoon of April 15, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys tennis team faced off against their rivals, St. Bonaventure (Bonnie). As the last home game of the season, the Dragons rallied together to celebrate their seniors which was perfectly accompanied by their 12.5-5.5 win.
Boys' tennis dominates St. Bonaventure on senior night
On April 12, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) swim team competed in the Villanova dual meet held at the Ventura Aquatic Center. Pictured above, Miller Jones 26 dives into the water with hopes of taking the lead for the rest of his team.
Foothill Tech makes waves at dual meet
Kelly Quinn 24 moves to intercept the ball and send it back over the net while his teammate prepares to return a ball next to him.
Boys' tennis takes victory over Thacher in first home match
James Sokoloski ’24 receives Athlete of the Week for his remarkable boys’ volleyball season, where he has displayed exceptional leadership skills as one of the captains of the volleyball team. The Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) community appreciates all his hard work in representing the school.
Athlete of the Week: James Sokoloski
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