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Aidan Hagerty 22 vaults over 145 with a solid two feet of clearance.

The legacy of Aidan Hagerty

Cole Dinkler June 8, 2022

Aidan Hagerty '22 is a talented student. He's been in many AP classes and was recently accepted to attend University of California Davis in the fall. However, there is one thing that sets him apart from...

While Superintendent Roger Rices long and illustrious career is coming to an end, the impact he has had on every individual who makes up the community of the Ventura Unified School District will never be forgotten.

A new chapter: Roger Rice on his career and retirement

Noelle Villaseñor and Adler Striegel June 7, 2022

On the night of May 10, 2022, Ventura Unified School District (Ventura Unified) Superintendent Roger Rice notified the Ventura Unified Board of Education of his intent to retire effective September 3,...

The Ventura Pier has been, and continues to be, a significant spot in the Ventura Community as people can be seen fishing, walking or enjoying food.

Checking in: Ventura Pier and Promenade

Malia Sanchez and Jenna Ostrom June 2, 2022

With summertime around the corner, the Ventura Pier and promenade come to life, bringing out some of the most defining characteristics of the city through its people. From blissful wave watchers to beat...

An experienced interviewer helps students gain confidence and poise with mock job interviews.

Preparing for the future: Economics class Seniors experience mock job interviews

Emma Ippolito, Reporter June 1, 2022

As Foothill Technology High School’s (Foothill Tech) Class of ‘22 prepare to graduate in June, they are off to a new beginning to start their future careers. However, college is not the only thing...

The eye-catching colors of the monarch butterfly on the D108 wall reminds students of Erica Conchas unwavering kindness.

Kindness is Love in Action: Remembering Erica

Olivia Zoll, Writer June 1, 2022

“Erica meant everything that is right in this world,” they said, “she inspired others to be a better person and to look at things in the most positive way,¨ remarked Erica Conchas’ sister Christina...

As students grow from elementary to high school, our perception of love does as well. Whether from heartbreak or finding the fairytale romance, our perception to what we love and what it is changes.

With love, from elementary and high school students

Lily Toreja and Claire Hadley May 30, 2022

Love is everywhere in life, whether it be a term casually thrown around in friendly conversations or silent promises to oneself or another. As a child, it used to be something I’d say frequently, whether...

From a gap year to the armed forces to prestigious universities, the Foothill Technology High School senior Class of 2022 shares their geographic location for where they’ll be next year.

Class of ’22 Senior Grad Map

Chloe Scofield and Bella Meza May 27, 2022

At the end of every school year, the reigning class of seniors will be hosted in a celebration of their post-graduation plans. The event is dubbed 'Senior Signing Day' since the students participating...

Within the ongoing debate on the overturning of Roe v. Wade, stories from all sides of the equation are booming, but no matter what side of the debate people lie on, misinformation is a common factor among them all.

Misinformation in wake of the Supreme Court abortion leak

Carmen Quinn, Writer May 27, 2022

On May 3, 2022, Politico leaked a Supreme Court draft opinion. In this draft, Justice Samuel Alito’s draft majority opinion that would strike down Roe vs. Wade was brought to light. In just the following...

The crowd, gathered outside in Foothill Tech’s quad, went wild for Fitz, Li and Millers sick moves and air guitar/keytar skills. They chanted, MILF! MILF! MILF! over and over.

Inside with M.L.F: Foothill Tech’s Rockstar teachers

Lila Ettedgui-Scott, Writer May 25, 2022

On Friday, May 20, 2022, three Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) teachers—Kurt Miller, Yiu Hung Li and Dan Fitzpatrick (Fitz)—performed a Glam Metal act at Air Guitar, the school talent...

Located in the heart of Venturas vibrant downtown area, Immigrant Son Caffé opens its doors to evening dining, making it an all-day eatery Thursday through Saturday.

Day to night: Immigrant Son Caffé

Chloe Scofield, Writer May 12, 2022

Immigrant Son, a popular café in downtown Ventura known for its photogenic latte art and delicious Italian-inspired breakfast, opened its doors for evening dining Thursdays through Saturdays on April...

AP Physics teacher Mr. Weldele brings out weights and a small car to create a demonstration for his physics students.

A guide to Advanced Placement Physics

Claire Hadley, Writer May 11, 2022

This article is a continuation of the Advanced Placement series that describes what to expect when diving into each college level course at Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech). If you are curious...

Advanced Placement Environmental Science is an engaging class discussing topics of biodiversity, Earth systems and sustainability.

A guide to Advanced Placement Environmental Science

Ryann Liddell, Writer April 25, 2022

Every year at the beginning of the second semester, Foothill Tech students are asked to sign up for classes to take the following year. We decide on courses that sound interesting to us, or, in many cases,...

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