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The Foothill Dragon Press

The Student News Site of Foothill Technology High School

The Foothill Dragon Press

The Student News Site of Foothill Technology High School

The Foothill Dragon Press

In light of recent structural changes, students share their thoughts on what Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) means to them.

Voice of the Dragon: What does Foothill Tech mean to you?

Kimberly Fickerson and Emma Ippolito February 7, 2023

Even with the various changes happening at Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech), including the removal of adviser coordinating periods and alterations to some of the special programs, students...

In Michelle Frumkins Advanced Placement (AP) Statistics class, students chatter amongst each other, debating the possible ways to solve an equation.

A guide to Advanced Placement Calculus and Statistics

Amber Duhs, Writer January 31, 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...

Semester one finals are right around the corner, and there’s no need to stress with writer Frances English’s tips on how to prepare.

How to prepare for finals week

Frances English, Writer January 11, 2023

Finals week, or, as many students know it, the most important and stressful week of the year, is right around the corner. With semester grades on the line and a neverending pile of topics to study, school...

Among the bright stage lights, Avery Trask ’23, a student from Buena High School, stands illuminated, seconds before making her grand entrance onto the stage.

Beyond the spotlight: A behind the scenes look at the Footworks Youth Ballet’s “Nutcracker”

Kimberly Fickerson, Multimedia Editor December 15, 2022

What makes performing in a ballet so special? Avery Trask ’23, a student at Buena High School and dancer at Footworks Youth Ballet, described it as “such a great opportunity to grow as an artist.”...

After a long class period, Mr. Fitz, the well-known AP United States History teacher, sits behind his desk and looks intently at his computer to give his student, Jack Pankratz ‘24, a clarification about an assignment.

A guide to Advanced Placement United States History

Camilla Lewis, Writer December 4, 2022

If you’re planning on taking any Advanced Placement (AP) classes next year at Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) and AP United States History just happens to cross your mind, then here is...

After losing her sister Rebecca to cancer, Dahl-Nicolle felt the need to paint flowers. She has always been a portrait painter and this sudden urge to paint flowers was unfamiliar. She used her time in the studio to remember her sister and mourn her passing. The paintings that came from this are a way for her to understand and process her grief. A Year Without You puts this act of remembrance on display and invites others to join in remembering those that have been lost over the past few years.

“The Totally R.A.D. Foundation”: Providing hope for local families affected by cancer

Beatrice Barnes, Writer November 18, 2022

Looking for a chance to check out local art and support a good cause? The Totally R.A.D Foundation is hosting an art show at the Ventura County Museum Nov. 19 from 5-9 p.m. All proceeds will help to support...

Venturas local robotics team, Team 4414, soars high in competitions through countless hours of work dedicated to making the best possible robots.

Ventura’s HighTide robotics team succeeds through hard work and dedication

Claire Hadley, Writer November 14, 2022

Robotics at Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) is unheard of by many students, but deserves recognition and praise for countless hours and late nights that several students pour their heart...

Sprinkled with rain, the bright yellow signs lined up on the grass across from Kimball Park demand attention from anyone who passes by. These signs are some of the many different signs littered throughout Ventura County that call attention to the upcoming elections held on Nov. 8 for Ventura City Council and other different measures both locally and statewide. All voters have the responsibility of voting on these highly important matters, but it can be more difficult for voters who have just turned 18 due to their lack of previous experience.

Student voters: The future of America

Camilla Lewis, Amber Duhs, and Ruby Jenkins November 8, 2022

The 2022 midterm elections are here, and newly 18-year-old students of Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) are preparing to make a somewhat daunting decision: voting. In California, all registered...

A variety of rainbow fentanyl pills resemble candy, making its looks deceiving to adolescents and children.

Rainbow fentanyl: A colorful but deadly addition to the opioid epidemic

Camilla Lewis, Writer October 8, 2022

A note to the reader: The name of the Ventura Unified School District nurse, Robbin, is a fake name created to ensure anonymity. Spreading across the United States, a new trend in the opioid crisis...

Boat operators traverse through submerged villages using power lines for navigation.

Torrential monsoon rains leave Pakistan suffering from devastating floods

Julia Brossia, Writer September 23, 2022

Beginning in June 2022, Pakistan has dealt with devastating floods caused by monsoon rains. Around 33 million people have been displaced from their homes and over 1,500 people have been killed. Pakistani...

Serena Williams’ tennis legacy lives on as she continues to inspire others. Read more about this women’s tennis champion in the following article.

Serena Williams: A monarch of women’s tennis

Frances English, Writer September 22, 2022

For 27 years, professional tennis player Serena Williams has changed the ethics of her sport and inspired players across the globe. Her long career finally ended on Sept. 3, 2022, after losing a match...

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