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Photo Essay: Ventura’s winter waves

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January 6, 2024
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Record setting waves crash on the coast of Ventura, as local residents prepare for the danger and chaos that came as a result of the waves.

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On the sunny afternoon of March 7, 2025, students took turns competing to see who could sink the first basket on the inflatable basketball court during Foothill Technology High School's (Foothill Tech) final Renaissance Rally. With a Spirit Week helping students get in-theme for the Rally, the events and festivities are designed to reward students with their academic achievement so far in the school year. This energetic match up drew a crowd of people cheering for both individuals and became a standout moment for Foothill Tech's organized event.
Dragons celebrate academic success with a Beatles inspired Spirit Week and Ren Rally
New out of class passes have been introduced to students of Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech). This new system enforces how students spend time out side of the classroom during class time. The two different types of passes are the restroom pass and the office pass. Each pass has a time limit and requires teacher signature to allow a student to use the pass.
With passes in hand, the students and staff at Foothill Tech share their opinions on the new bathroom policy
As one-time funds that supported Ventura Unified School District's budget deplete, the district announced the imminent implementation of budget cuts. Staff and faculty alike remain unsure as to what the future holds.
VUSD staff at risk of being pink slipped: Investigating VUSD budget cuts
On March 4, 2025, Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys' baseball faced off against San Marino High School (San Marino). Robert Juker '26 (number 16) grips his bat in hopes of scoring for his team and getting ahead.
Foothill Tech destroys San Marino 6-2 in sixth inning push
As the sun sets, the Channel Islands National Park visitor center closes up shop. The Channel Islands are less than two hours by boat from the Ventura Harbor and are home to many unique plants and animals. This is just one of the 63 amazing national parks across the country.
The threat to our national parks
On Sunday, March 2, 2025, thousands assembled at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Calif. to witness the 97th presentation of the Academy Awards, also known as the Oscars, to the best movie actors, directors, producers, writers and technicians of the preceding year. Millions more tuned in on their televisions to snatch a glimpse of Hollywood's legendary glamour, in addition to the flashy red carpet looks of hundreds of celebrities. Broadly considered the most prestigious honors in the film industry, the Oscars are bestowed annually by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) to recognize outstanding achievements in cinema.
Hollywood’s biggest night: The 97th Annual Academy Awards recap
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Foothill Technology High School’s (Foothill Tech) annual Senior Recess event, originally scheduled for earlier in the year, took place on Feb. 27, 2025, after being delayed due to rain. The event, designed to give seniors a chance to reminisce about their childhoods, transformed the school’s campus into an elementary school-style playground. Students enjoyed various nostalgic activities, including hula hoops, an art table and other classic games reminiscent of recess during their younger years. As the school year nears its end, the Senior Recess event offers a moment of reflection for students before they head off to college or other post-graduation plans. For many seniors, the event serves as a reminder of simpler times and provides a fun opportunity to bond with classmates one last time before graduation.Thanks to the hard work of the Associated Student Body (ASB), Senior Recess has become a beloved tradition at Foothill Tech, offering students a unique way to close the chapter on their high school journey.
Seniors bathe under the sunset of nostalgia at senior recess
On Feb. 25, 2025, the Ventura Unified School District (VUSD) opened the floor to the public at the Board Meeting discussing Resolution #25-03. The resolution debates for reduction of certain certified services at the elementary, middle and high school level to help allocate money for budget cuts. The meeting garnered attendance of students, teachers and families, many of whom came with signs or wearing red to show support for those who were targeted by Resolution #25-03. Though the final decision of the budget cuts was to save elementary and secondary school counselors as well as teacher librarians, the Board and the district still have a long way to go before all the issues become resolved.
The Board of Education passes controversial Resolution #25-03 due to budget cuts, leaving students and faculty in uncertainty
Directly after gathering at noon, and listening to a few rousing speeches, the protesters embarked from Constitution Park, and headed toward the Tesla Dealership. In unison, crossing the street and walking along the sidewalk, the group was determined to spread their message and peacefully protest their cause.
Marching for Change: Voices of Ventura County speak out in Camarillo against Trump and Musk
During the week of Feb. 11 to Feb. 14, 2025, Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) celebrated Kindness Week, organized by the Associated Student Body (ASB). This annual event aimed to promote positivity and strengthen the school community through various activities. Throughout the week, students participated in dress-up days and several events, including making candy grams, creating bracelets and playing a game of musical chairs.
Foothill Tech students fill the campus with love and positivity during Kindness Week
On the night of Feb.13, 2023 Foothill Technology (Foothill Tech) Bioscience Academy hosted their annual Entree to Employment event where the juniors and seniors held conversations, mock interviews and ate dinner with science and medical professionals. This event is one of the many that the academy offers its students, giving them the experience and the ability to gain insight on professional careers they may want to pursue. This event is catered by the sophomores of the academy (Cohort 21) and the director Mika Anderson, along with instructor Daniel Baker.
Bioscience hosts a night of opportunities for students' futures
On Feb. 8, 2025, the Ventura Downtown Lions Club ran the annual Bowl To Strike Out Cancer fundraiser at Buena Lanes. This year's fundraiser was the largest in its 17-year history, raising $9,000 from the nearly 200 attendees' purchase of day passes, raffles and engagement in silent auctions and donations. This money went to local services that support cancer survivors and patients in the Ventura area, including the Ronald McDonald Family Room and the City of Hope.
Communities come together at Bowl To Strike Out Cancer 2025
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The Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) distance track team walks off the track after an intense 1600 meter race, all going well under the five minute barrier and securing medal positions.
Photo Essay: Meet of Champions
Amidst the pre-finals week tension lingering in the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) halls, therapy dogs from "Love on a Leash" were brought on campus on Jan. 19, 2024 to uplift students' spirits and provide comfort as they begin to navigate their way into the upcoming week of final exams. Therapy animals offer stress relief, improve moods and provide comfort to enhance emotional well-being in diverse settings.
Photo Essay: "Love on a Leash"
On the rainy night of Jan. 17, 2024, Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys' basketball takes on Grace Brethren High School (Grace Brethren) in a defensive 54-43 win. The top scorers of the game were two sophomores, Nick Drucker '26 (number 5) and Elijah Spencer '26 (number 42). Drucker had 16 points, three of which were 3-pointers. Spencer had 10 points, most of which were scored from the paint. On the defensive side, Luigirey Guce '25 (number 1) had multiple steals, leading to fast breaks that got the Dragons easy lay-ups. Although they scored only 21 points in the first half, Foothill Tech pushed past their slow start, ending the game with 22 points in the fourth quarter. Their next game is on Jan. 19, 2024, against Villanova Preparatory High School (Villanova).
Photo Essay: Boys' basketball defends their home court against Grace Brethren in a 54-43 win
The Horror In The Stacks event took place at the E.P. Foster Library. The second floor was covered with black paper restricting all light sources and converted into a haunted maze. With a total of six zones to go through, the maze also had craft stations at the end to bring some peace after going through it all.
E.P. Foster's 2023 Horror In The Stacks
On Oct. 5, 2023, Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) hosted La Reina High School (La Reina) in the Tri-Valley league match. Before the start of every game, the girls' volleyball team runs through a tunnel built by students of Foothill Tech. The team was led by Kaili Garrett '24 and was acknowledged with high-fives from students.
Girls' volleyball bested by La Reina on Senior Night
After a few practice swings, Kylie Ho '26 lines up her shot as she swings and smashes the ball toward the pin landing on the green.
Recap: Girls' golf bested by Camarillo
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