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The Foothill Dragon Press

The Student News Site of Foothill Technology High School

The Foothill Dragon Press

Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) students gather to celebrate the last school dance of the year on April 29, 2023 at The Majestic Ventura Theater.

Dragons sway under the lanterns: Prom 2023

Maggie Lay, Reporter May 1, 2023

As spring progresses and the 2022-2023 school year begins to creep towards an end, Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) hosted their most anticipated dance of the school year: prom. The dance...

With AP tests approaching rapidly, juniors and seniors start anxiously studying for their exams. Some teachers are even holding mock exams and cram sessions to help students prepare.

Dragons prepare to welcome the month of May with AP exams

Caroline Hubner, Reporter April 30, 2023

With the fourth quarter well underway at Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech), students enrolled in Advanced Placement (AP) courses are anxiously preparing for College Board’s arrival on campus....

On April 21, 2023, Foothill Tech students united to show their support for anti-racism and inclusivity. Led through the Girl Up Club, students were encouraged to wear black on Friday, April 21 in order to stand up against incidents on campus involving hateful language. The idea behind wearing a unified color was to show students who may feel bullied or ostracized that Foothill is a school for everyone and everyone should feel like they belong on campus. From wearing all black to choosing black accessories, the majority of Foothill showed their support creating a positive impact against racism and exclusivity.

Foothill Tech supports anti-racism amidst spreading stereotype

Ailanie Martinez, Reporter April 25, 2023

Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) tackled the issue of racism with a day of wearing black to stand for anti-racism and inclusivity on Friday, April 21, 2023. Led by the Girl Up Club,...

Foothill Technology High Schools Drama Club performs Murderous Crossing in front of a captivated audience. Jessie Yalinkatian 23, who plays a detective, re-enacts a murder with a school-friendly prop as spectators laugh.

“A wedding and a wake”: “Murderous Crossing” play brings a murder mystery to Foothill Tech

Ailanie Martinez, Reporter April 3, 2023

A night of comedy, food and plot twists awaited attendees to Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) Drama’s rendition of play, “Murderous Crossing,” written by David Landau and Nikki Stern,...

Following the postponement of the Hearts in Havana dance originally scheduled for Feb. 21, 2023, Foothill Tech students jump energetically at the Secret Garden dance on March 24, 2023.

Dragons get energetic at the “Secret Garden” dance

Maggie Lay, Reporter March 27, 2023

After postponing the third dance of the school year, Foothill Technology High School’s (Foothill Tech) Associated Student Body (ASB) hosted a spring dance on March 24, 2023. The new theme was “Secret...

On March 21, 2023, Foothill Tech hosted a blood drive and gave students the opportunity to donate blood to those in need. Hayden MacDougall 24 sits in a Vitalant trailer and compresses a ball in order for a vein to appear. MacDougalls arm was also binded with a strap to put pressure, which makes it easier to insert the needle.

“Help save lives”: Donors save the day at BioScience Academy and Vitalant blood drive

Ailanie Martinez, Reporter March 23, 2023

Under gray skies and drizzly conditions, Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) brightened the day with a blood drive, hosted by the BioScience Academy’s Health Occupations Students of America...

On March 17, 2023, Foothill Techs ASB put together the annual spring Ren Rally; with this years falling on St. Patricks Day. One of the many fun attractions, which also seemed to be the most popular at the Ren Rally, was the inflatable obstacle course where students could race each other down slides and through other fun obstacles. Students went all out by sprinting and doing anything possible to stay ahead and beat their friends.

Dragons enjoy an exciting Renaissance Rally and spirit week

Maggie Lay and Ella Asher March 21, 2023

As clouds fill the sky and spring approaches, Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) got lively and festive with a spirit week and St. Patrick’s Day themed Renaissance Rally. The events were...

Hand crafted wood signs and names of DTech houses grace the walls of the labs and commemorate the past students. Unlike these past generations of students, sophomores will now have to wait another year before they can apply for DTech.

“This is the year to make changes:” Scheduling changes continue as DTech becomes two-year program

Ailanie Martinez, Reporter March 11, 2023

One of Foothill Technology High School's (Foothill Tech) Career-Technical Education (CTE) pathways has recently changed from a three-year program to a two-year program.  DTech focuses on design, technology...

Newly elected Associated Student Body president Rhea Gill 25 is ready to lead Foothill Technology High School students in the 2023-2024 school year.

ASB President-elect Rhea Gill gives inauguration speech on her presidency and excitement for the 2023-24 school year

Emma Ippolito, Reporter March 8, 2023

After the election results of the Associated Student Body (ASB) officials were announced on Feb. 16, 2023, Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) students can look forward to next year with their...

Foothill Techs ASB Instagram post sharing the news about the postponement of the Hearts in Havana dance.

News Brief: “Hearts in Havana” dance rescheduled

Ella Asher, Reporter February 25, 2023

After weeks of advertising with posters billowing in the hallways, Foothill Technology High School’s (Foothill Tech) spring dance, named "Hearts in Havana," has been postponed to March 24, 2023 due to...

On Friday Feb. 17, students were called up to the stage during their lunch break, and handed a bright flower as well as a certificate thanking them for their kindness.

Spreading the love: Foothill Tech celebrates Kindness Week and Kindness Court

Ailanie Martinez, Reporter February 20, 2023

Love and goodwill were in the air at Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) during the Associated Student Body (ASB) organized Kindness Week, from Feb. 14 to Feb. 17, 2023.  Sophia Salles...

Future ASB President Rhea Gill 25 invites students to vote for her at the candidate faire on Feb. 8, 2023 with a sign that reads Vote Rhea 4 ASB Prez.

Foothill Tech students elect new ASB representatives for 2023-2024 school year

Ella Asher and Maggie Lay February 18, 2023

As spring approaches at Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech), preparations for the 2023-23 school year have started with requests for next year's classes, program fairs and college acceptance...

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