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Join Foothill Dragon Press videographers Fiona Aulenta and Sofia Patiño in this new podcast entitled “The Talk of the Lair”. The first addition surrounds the Junior State of America Club, abbreviated to JSA Club. JSA is a student run organization designed to help high school students build leadership skills, encourage students to further their civic participation and grow their knowledge of our democratic system.

The Talk of the Lair: JSA Club

Sofia Patino and Fiona Aulenta November 4, 2023

In the first episode of "The Talk of the Lair," hosts Fiona Aulenta and Sofia Patino present an engaging conversation with Jane Kim and Aadhya Bavkar, President and Vice President of the JSA Club. This...

With youth mental health on a rapid decline, experts question the cause of this crisis. Some turn to social media as an obvious culprit, although little evidence suggests that it is solely to blame for the current adolescent mental health epidemic. Despite this, social media has forever altered society in both positive and negative ways.

Is social media to blame for a youth mental health epidemic?

Beatrice Barnes, Writer October 31, 2023

It’s 11 p.m. and despite your heaping pile of overdue assignments, your eyes are glued to your phone as you sink deeper into the technological abyss of blue light. Homework and real-world responsibilities...

With the rising focus on mental health, ensuring our cognitive functions are well taken care of is important. It takes some research to know what to do and what to avoid, so join Kalea Eggersten as she discusses the activities that could benefit your cognitive health as well as potentially harm it.

Act now: The dangers of cognitive decline and five simple things you can do to prevent it

Kalea Eggertsen, Writer October 28, 2023

Did you know that we only use 10% of our brain? The bigger your brain, the smarter you are? You can’t grow new brain cells, and everything is completely hopeless once you show any sign of forgetfulness....

On the first episode of Benchwarmers, Luigirey Guce 25 and Aidan Gomez 25 take on golf so you dont have to. Watch the video to see the challenges and thrills that go along with the sport.

Benchwarmers: Episode 1 (featuring girls’ golf)

Lauren Kaller and Claire Hadley October 21, 2023

Have you ever thought about grabbing a golf club and taking a swing on the course? Have you ever felt the frustration of having no aim after hours of training? Golf is no sport for the impatient and especially...

Kelvin Kiptum, a Kenyan long-distance runner, is the first person in history to run a record-eligible race in under two hours and one minute. During the October 2023 Chicago Marathon, he broke the world record by 34 seconds with his time of 2:00:35. Prior to this race, he had run an impressive debut marathon of 2:01:53 at the Valencia Marathon in 2022, making him the third fastest man to run the race. More recently during 2023, he ran the second fastest time in the London Marathon, placing a course record of 2:01:25.

Unraveling the history of the modern marathon

Dane Dodos, Reporter October 20, 2023

The history of the modern marathon has been the subject of many myths and historical inaccuracies. The 26.2-mile-distance event, which pushes about one million people to the brink of physical and psychological...

At the Seaside Sunday Market, there are racks of jewelry for sale. The necklaces and earrings are handmade and carefully crafted with aqua and lapis lazuli gemstones sourced from Pakistan, which is home to many unique varieties of minerals and stones.

Streets of Vintage Flea Market: Small business haven

Bailey Basurto, Reporter October 17, 2023

With the cool breeze and the ocean view, local vendors of Ventura County went down to the Ventura Boardwalk on Oct. 8, 2023 to set up for the Seaside Sunday Flea Market, hosted by Streets of Vintage Flea...

As the generations pass by, a constant is always new drivers gaining their licenses in their teens. As time progresses, the amount of teen drivers on the road has been steadily decreasing.

Teen driving: New freedom or an unwanted burden

Emilie Huovinen, Writer October 16, 2023

  There is no greater freedom than getting your driver's license and finally being able to drive to places without parental supervision. However, in recent years, it seems that students are hesitant...

The media center at Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) is a great place for students to check out books outside of English class. It holds a variety of different genres from historical to comic books for students to enjoy.

Voice of the Dragon: What are the teachers of Foothill Tech reading?

Amber Duhs, Writer October 12, 2023

Reading: a hobby loved and discussed by students alike. But what if teachers were asked what they enjoy reading? Despite the fact that required reading is not an uncommon occurrence here at Foothill Technology...

The Love Ventura event took place on Oct. 7, 2023 at Plaza Park in downtown Ventura. Companies and individuals gathered together to support the city of Ventura and volunteer at different locations.

Love Ventura’s annual Serve Day

Jane Kim and Audrey Szijj October 11, 2023

Early in the morning of Oct. 7, 2023, Plaza Park in downtown Ventura was bustling with activity. Dozens of volunteers dressed in white Love Ventura shirts, bunched around sign-up booths of various community...

Hidden Heroes: The story of Johnny Garcia

Kalea Eggertsen and Jane Kim October 6, 2023

The crisp morning air signals the turn of the seasons from summer to fall. All manner of footsteps, sleepy and lively, fall across the asphalt surface of Day Road as they head into Foothill Technology...

An enormous, eye-catching paper mache octopus is situated at the start of the ArtWalk exhibition on Main St., Ventura, greeting attendees as they enter the event. Inspired by Ventura’s natural environment, this work of art highlights the abundance of sea creatures that call our oceans home.

ArtWalk: Showcasing Ventura’s creative crowd

Beatrice Barnes, Writer September 29, 2023

On Sept. 23 and 24, 2023, Main St. was enveloped in a sea of intriguing exhibits and an air of imagination as Ventura’s thriving community of artists took center stage. After a hiatus due to the COVID-19...

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