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The Foothill Dragon Press
The Student News Site of Foothill Technology High School

The Foothill Dragon Press
During lunch on Aug. 29, 2024, Assistant Principal, Frank Davis, read a bedtime story to a group of students. This went along with that day's theme, which was "Lofi-Chill". Blankets were set up so students could relax while listening to the story.

Students at Foothill Tech celebrate a “Year for the Records” with the first connection week of the 2024-2025 school year

Natalie St. Pierre, Reporter • August 31, 2024

Students at Foothill Tech celebrate a “Year for the Records” with the first connection week of the 2024-2025 school year Students of Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) anticipated a...

From the first day of school at Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech), students have come face-to-face with strict new enforcement towards Foothill Tech's phone policy. Students have been asked to not have cellphones or earbuds out at during class, and if students fail to comply, a new disciplinary action will taken. If students are caught with any devices out after the first three weeks of school, students will be required to hand over their device. The new policy enforcements have had a mixed reaction among students.

Electronic device policy: A noteworthy adjustment for the 2024-2025 school year

Shea Stevenson, Reporter • August 23, 2024

During the 2023-2024 school year, Ventura Unified School District (VUSD) implemented a new electronic device policy, aimed at limiting the use of cell phones and headphones during instructional minutes....

Foothill Technology High School's (Foothill Tech) class of 2025 gathered for a group photo marking the beginning of their senior year on Aug. 16, 2024. They gathered as early at 5:30 a.m. to celebrate their accomplishment.

Class of 2025 dives into their senior year at Senior Sunrise

Bailey Basurto and Aubrey Alderman • August 17, 2024

During the foggy morning of Aug. 16, 2024 the seniors of Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) took part in the annual tradition of "Senior Sunrise". The class of 2025 woke up before dawn...

Aug. 14, 2024 marked the first official day back to school for the 2024-2025 school year for all Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) students as well as the whole Ventura Unified School District (VUSD). Students flooded the gates a few weeks earlier than anticipated due to the schedule change, which prompted a new school calendar. Nevertheless, students still arrived with all the first day jitters, new school supplies and fresh outfits to show off in this new school year. Along with this excitement, the Associated Student Body (ASB) took extra time out of their summer break to prepare the school and decorate the buildings to match the year's theme of “Year of the Records”. With posters and decorations, as well as staff members dressing up to match said theme, students were inspired for the new year even if they were not totally ready to end their summer break.

Kicking off the first day: Foothill Tech prepares for a record-breaking year

Maggie Lay, Ella Asher, Shea Stevenson, Bailey Basurto, Aubrey Alderman, Viggo Bortolin, and Natalie St. Pierre • August 15, 2024

As Dragons returned to Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) on Aug. 14, 2024, they were welcomed by friendly staff and faculty, eager to commence the 2024-2025 school year.  Students, new...

On the morning of June 11, 2024 Foothill Technology High School's (Foothill Tech) associated student body (ASB) won the 2024 Platinum Tier School of Distinction Award. Only 59 high schools in the nation have been awarded this award, which required the high schools to have a positive environment and culture on campus.

Foothill Tech ASB honored with 2024 Platinum Tier School of Distinction award

Bailey Basurto, Reporter • June 14, 2024

Announced on June 11, 2024, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) Associative Student Body (ASB) received the highest Renaissance honor possible: the 2024 Platinum Tier School of Distinction,...

In the afternoon of June 11, 2024, seniors of Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) and their family and friends gathered together on the Ventura College football field to celebrate one of the most momentous occasions for each senior: graduation. Pictured above, Sarah O'Neil '24 waves at her family and friends in the audience after making the long anticipated trek across the stage to receive her diploma. Decorated with scads of chords to celebrate her high school achievements, O'Neil plans to continue achieving her dreams by attending California State University, Chico in the fall.

Saying a final goodbye to our seniors: Graduation 2024

Aubrey Alderman and Audrey Szijj • June 13, 2024

On June 11, 2024, Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) said a final goodbye to the senior class of 2024 during the annual graduation ceremony.  Wrapping up the school year at Foothill Tech...

With proliferate social movements like those unfolding across university and college campuses for the Israel-Hamas war, Americans face questions about how their freedom of expression is respected in various institutions.

Mckesson v. Doe & The American Voice

Lily Toreja, Writer • June 12, 2024

Seniors at Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) check out their belongings and bid farewell to their classes on the last day of school, June 7, 2024. The day was filled with a mix of excitement and nostalgia as students reflected on their high school years and looked forward to their next adventures.

News Brief: Seniors reflect on their years of high school while offering guidance for other Dragons

Ella Asher, Reporter • June 11, 2024

As the 2023-2024 school year draws to a close, seniors at Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) prepare to bid farewell to their high school days. With graduation just around the corner, many...

On May 30, 2024, the BioScience Academy held their annual FAD Night, honoring their seniors and allowing the new freshman parents to see all of the projects that their child will be doing. The night started off with a presentation for the freshman parents by Cohort 18’s presidents, Cameryn Henuber ‘24 and Taylor Liston ‘24. This was followed by mini presentations by all of the academy’s students where they got to talk about a specific topic that they have learned about this past year. After all of the presentations, the freshman parents left and the night continued for the senior parents. Tacos and many different desserts were served for dinner as the juniors in Cohort 19 performed a short skit, directed by Ian Clayton ‘25. Before the senior awards were passed out, Henuber and Liston gave speeches, reflecting on the past three years and all of the memories that they have all made together as a cohort. This was followed by cords being passed out, and Mika Anderson, the academy director, gave a brief speech for each senior talking about how much they grew during their time with the academy. After each senior received their cords, Anderson gave special specific awards to just a handful of seniors to highlight their accomplishments.

FAD Night: A final goodbye to Bioscience seniors and welcoming to new Bioscience students

Aubrey Alderman, Reporter • June 2, 2024

As the school year ends, the last weeks of school prove to be special for the BioScience Academy as the seniors prepare to leave and a new cohort of BioScience students come in. BioScience commemorated...

Friends and families gathered at Buena High School's (Buena) gymnasium in the evening of May 29, 2024 to celebrate the graduating class. The gym was full of decorations, giving seniors a warm and memorable award ceremony with graduation around the corner. Students were acknowledged with ropes and medals, wishing them the best for the future.

An evening of recognition: Senior Awards Night 2024

Maggie Lay, Reporter • May 31, 2024

On the evening of May 29, 2024, Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) hosted its annual Seniors Awards Night at Buena High School's (Buena) gymnasium. The chosen Honor Court students from the...

On the sunny day of May 24, 2024, students gathered in the Foothill Technology High School's (Foothill Tech) quad, from the early hours of sunrise, eager for the performances awaiting them during the annual Air Guitar. Hosted by the Associative Student Body (ASB), Air Guitar is an event that is looked forward to not just by students, but also teachers and staff alike. This year's performances consisted of singing, traditional dance and many tributes and references to MLF. Overall with student acts, the teacher act and the wide range of food to purchase during the food fair, Air Guitar was enjoyed by all this year. The picture above shows Jaylean Hernandez ‘24 who never fails to draw in a crowd and impress everyone with her traditional Folklorico dancing.

Air Guitar brings smiles to Foothill students before finals begin

Aubrey Alderman, Reporter • May 27, 2024

The week from May 20 to May 24, 2024, was a new spirit week for Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) with the theme“The Greatest Showman” leading the way to the annual Air Guitar production.  These...

As the new school year approaches, so do new changes for students at Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech). The 2024-2025 school year shakes things up by putting semester one finals before winter break and adding extra weeks to the second semester.

New academic calender introduced for the 2024-2025 school year

Ailanie Martinez, Reporter • May 23, 2024

A sweeping change was announced for the Ventura Unified School District (VUSD), with a new academic calendar being introduced for the 2024-2025 school year. Traditionally, schools in VUSD resumed session...

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