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Ballet, an art most recognized for the beauty and poise of its dancers. These athletes dedicate themselves to visual storytelling, with complex music and costumes. Beneath the beautiful exterior lies a complex history, one of dedication and intensity.

A deeper look at the athletic art: Ballet

Emma Ippolito, Writer May 15, 2023

A tutu bounces in the blinding light, the red drapes of the curtain sit lazily on the side and a dazzling set sits  as a ballerina jumps and turns across the stage to beautiful classical music: this is...

As teen opioid overdose cases continue to rise in the United States, Narcan (Naloxone HCI) is a way to potentially save lives. An easily operated nasal spray, Naloxone is able to fight with the effects of opioids in the brain. As the push for Narcan availability increases in California, it brings into question whether Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) has it and even the Ventura Unified School District (Ventura Unified).

Fentanyl Awareness Day: With rising teen opioid overdoses, is Narcan accessible at Foothill Tech?

Emma Ippolito, Writer May 9, 2023

Fentanyl Awareness Day is May 9, a day to remember those who have been lost and teach prevention with this deadly drug. With a rapidly growing number of Fentanyl and other opioid teen overdoses in the...

Inspired by the Humans of New York project, the Foothill Dragon Press aspires to highlight students pursing their passions and interests.

Humans of Foothill: Esmi Casarez

Aidan Gomez, Photographer May 2, 2023

Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) Girls' basketball player Esmeralda (Esmi) Casarez was named one of the co-Most Valuable Players of the Tri-Valley League for the 2022-2023 season. The girls'...

Inspired by the Humans of New York project, the Foothill Dragon Press aspires to highlight students pursing their unique passions and interests.

Humans of Foothill: Aidan Connelly

Lauren Kaller, Photographer April 15, 2023

“I think for most artists, our muse is the baggage we pick up along the way. In the end all we sing to and all we write about ends up being about our personal experiences or problems. [Loop 83 has]...

The House On Mango Street and the 2023 Oscar Awards demonstrate the rise of representation for ethnic minorities in American media. Writer Isheeta Pal, who identifies as a member of an ethnic minority group, explores how this representation has allowed her to embrace the many aspects of her identity.

Melting pot or salad bowl: Viewing American society from an ethnic minority’s perspective

Isheeta Pal, Writer April 11, 2023

From speaking Hindi and Bengali at home to watching Bollywood movies in the living room with my family, I’ve stuck to my Indian roots and learned a lot about my heritage. However, I felt “too Indian”...

Curious what the Girl Up club is up to? Check out this feature of the Girl Up club and the outcome of their recent book drive with videographer Malia Sanchez.

Club catch-up: Girl Up book drive

Malia Sanchez, Videographer March 22, 2023

On March 4, 2023, the Girl Up club finished off the final behind-the-scenes stages of their book drive. After working diligently to collect around 1075 books, the club members gathered at Co-President...

Inspired by the Humans of New York project, the Foothill Dragon Press aspires to highlight students pursing their unique passions and interests.

Humans of Foothill: Hailey Hall

Rihanna Samples, Photographer March 17, 2023

"I’ve been dancing for 13 years, or ever since I was two years old. Since I started dancing at such a young age, it kind of became a habit. I went through the routine as a kid where I tried several...

The Hugh OBrian Youth (HOBY) Leadership Foundation is a non-profit organization and award given to two sophomores each year who are nominated by their teachers or other Foothill Tech faculty. They are nominated as a reward for showing great promise and potential in leadership, in hopes they will make a difference in their schools or communities after attending the three day leadership seminar.

Sophomore Spotlight: The HOBY Award

Amber Duhs, Writer March 16, 2023

The Hugh O'Brian Youth (HOBY) Leadership conference is an annual event that attracts high school students all across the country. This year, it is being held at California Lutheran University (Cal Lu),...

After his original mural was painted over, Evan Mendels new mural on the wall of Sivan Windows and Doors is a visual representation of how important murals are to a community. It shows the lengths a community will go to in order to preserve public art and support public artists.

Peeling away the paint: Discovering the importance of murals in the Ventura community

Rihanna Samples, Photographer March 14, 2023

While wandering through Ventura, there are many different billboards and buildings all vying for the attention of a passerby, but some of the most eye-catching and interesting displays are the vibrant,...

Inspired by the Humans of New York project, the Foothill Dragon Press aspires to highlight students pursing their unique passions and interests.

Humans of Foothill: Ashley Kaller

Lauren Kaller, Photographer March 12, 2023

"As a senior, I will miss how much of an impact I think I've had on the community. Not that I won't be able to, but I think once I go off to college, I won't be able to come in every day to the Idea...

BioScience Academy seniors analyze petri dishes containing transformed fluorescent bacteria inside the biotechnology lab.

Inside the Lab: The impact of the BioScience Academy

Sofia Patiño, Videographer March 10, 2023

The BioScience Academy fosters many opportunities for students at Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) interested in pursuing biotechnology or careers in healthcare. Since the founding of...

Third period AP Psychology students talk amongst themselves at the end of a tiring period of presenting about human development.

A guide to Advanced Placement Psychology

Julia Brossia, Writer March 6, 2023

This article is a continuation of the Advanced Placement (AP) series that helps students understand what to expect when signing up for AP classes this spring at Foothill Technology High School (Foothill...

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