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The Foothill Dragon Press

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The Foothill Dragon Press

Senior Bill Grundler is the main singer of The Rhine, a new band that performed recently to raise money for Schools for Salone. Photo by Heather Luscombe/The Foothill Dragon Press.

The Rhine kicks off first Salone benefit (39 photos, video)

Heather Luscombe October 24, 2010

Fame and fortune aren’t local band The Rhine’s top priority. Though it would be nice, they are more concerned about raising money to help build a school in Sierra Leone. The Rhine, a symphonic/progressive...

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‘Restrepo’s’ Tim Hetherington expounds on war, life (video)

Ben Gill October 22, 2010

War. A tragic facet of mankind, an abhorred shred of our species’ existence, a topic that war photographer and documentarian Tim Hetherington is all too familiar with.  Hetherington is a man...

An artist explains their photography to passersby at the Ventura Artwalk last weekend. Chrissy Springer/The Foothill Dragon Press.

Talent flourishes at Artwalk (21 photos)

Caitlin Hurst October 21, 2010

The Artwalk brought culture to downtown Ventura this past weekend; local artists and bands showcased the hidden talents of Ventura. The Artwalk was a free two-day self guided tour with various galleries...

Some say that Measure H on the November 2 ballot is key to unlocking the budget crisis in the Ventura Unified School District. Anaika Miller/The Foothill Dragon Press.

Soaring deficit fails to convince some to vote for Measure H

Emma Huebner October 21, 2010

“I want you to be scared.” Linda Kapala opened an October 12 discussion  with this warning about the impending school funding deficit faced by the Ventura Unified School District. Voters will...

Seniors Jim Bern and Sam ODonnell discuss the PSAT and how they became National Merit Finalists. Alex Phelps/The Foothill Dragon Press.

Eleven Foothill seniors snatch national honors

Gemma Stoll October 21, 2010

It’s no secret – the winners have been announced!  The following Foothill seniors have received the status of “Commended Students” from the National Merit Scholarship Corporation: Colin Crilly,...

Juniors Riki Schmitt and Trevor Kirby and Sophomores Mallory Woertink and Jackson Tovar show off their Red Ribbon Week bracelets. Photo illustration by Caitlin Trude/The Foothill Dragon Press

Students pledge to be drug free

Caitlin Trude October 21, 2010

Students in third period classes were visited Monday by ASB leaders who proceeded to pass out red “Drug free is the way to be” wristbands. Students were reminded that being drug-free is not just...

Seniors Kaval Ali and Sukhpreet Bains lead the JSA meeting. Geneva Douma/The Foothill Dragon Press.

Aiming for political awareness: JSA

Geneva Douma October 20, 2010

Political apathy and low voter turnout may be the norm for America, but one club on campus is looking to make political interest a top priority for students. Junior Statesmen of America, or JSA, is...

Volunteers gather October 9 at former Wright Library for book sale. Eva Morales/The Foothill Dragon Press.

Friends of the Library sales a budget solution for book lovers

Eva Morales October 19, 2010

In a time of economic distress, community members need alternatives that make sense for their wallet. Therefore, it is logical to check out San Buenaventura Friends of the Library events; it’s a...

Seniors enjoy free ice cream provided at Senior Pride Day. Trent Ruiz and Karen Fox/The Foothill Dragon Press.

Seniors take advantage of down time on Pride Day (27 photos)

Karen Fox October 18, 2010

Every year, the quad is overwhelmed by a quarter of the student body in matching shirts: Senior Pride Day. The event is organized by ASB, though this year students noticed a few significant differences....

Ventura Cougars celebrate victory over the Buena Bulldogs. Photo and slideshow by Trevor Jordan/The Foothill Dragon Press.

Cougars top “doghouse” in football rivalry

Trevor Jordan October 17, 2010

Though emotions flew high at the close of the heated crosstown football game Friday night, causing police to intervene between coaching staffs, the Ventura Cougars fought a nearly flawless game against...

Foothill teacher Cherie Eulau hosted a meeting for students and parents in Ventura to discuss school issues. Maya Morales/The Foothill Dragon Press.

Oprah-inspired meetup addresses school problems

Geneva Douma October 14, 2010

“Forty percent of teachers don’t make it past year five. Year five.” This pronouncement by Locke High School teacher Ben Clancy was met with concerned looks from the 30 students and nine adults...

Foothill students were able to ride many of Magic Mountains attractions, including Tatsu. Jocelyn Rodriguez/The Foothill Dragon Press.

Dragons enjoy a Six Flags day

Jocelyn Rodriguez October 14, 2010

After successfully getting a 906 API score, the highest that Foothill has ever received, the school took a trip to Six Flags Magic Mountain in Valencia. While most students tried the thrilling rides...

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