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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
Ailanie Martinez

Ailanie Martinez, Assignment Editor

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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

[Video] FDP-TV: Season 2, Episode 12

Sofia Patiño, Videographer
March 30, 2024
Tune into this episode of the FDP-TV to learn more about the Wellness Week that took place from March 4 to March 8, 2024, the current status of the spring sports season as well as other various articles to look out for.

[Video] FDP-TV: Season 2, Episode 11

Jenna Ostrom, Nisha Reddy, Ailanie Martinez, Chance Leandro, and Isheeta Pal
March 8, 2024
Tune into this episode of the FDP-TV to learn more about up coming events at Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech), the status of the winter sports season as well as various features and arts and entertainment articles that may peak your interest.

FDP-TV: Season 2, Episode 10

Jenna Ostrom, Nisha Reddy, Ailanie Martinez, Julia Geib, and Camilla Lewis
February 23, 2024
Although the skies are gray, the students of Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) are persevering as they bundle up for the stormy weather and push into the beginnings of the second semester.

FDP-TV: Season 2, Episode 9

Jenna Ostrom, Nisha Reddy, Ailanie Martinez, Julia Geib, and Ruby Jenkins
February 9, 2024
Students are making the final stretch as winter break approaches. Tune into this episode of the FDP-TV to learn about upcoming spirit weeks, the winter sports' season and articles to keep an eye out for!

FDP-TV: Season 2, Episode 7

Jenna Ostrom, Nisha Reddy, Ailanie Martinez, Chance Leandro, Ian Toreja, and Camilla Lewis
December 8, 2023
As the School Site Council (SSC) hosted the second meeting concerning the potential bell schedule change, students and teachers were able to join in and give public comments. Teachers focused on the emotional toll the current structure took on them, while members of meeting debated on prioritizing student interest. Neverless, Foothill Technology High School’s (Foothill Tech) student and staff are patiently waiting for the final decision of the potential bell schedule change for the 2024-2025 school year.

Student Site Council holds second meeting on new bell schedule proposal

Ailanie Martinez, Assignment Editor
November 20, 2023
FDP-TV is back discussing the latest school coverage and upcoming events. Tune in to see what's new on campus, as well as some interesting articles to keep an eye out for.

FDP-TV: Season 2, Episode 6

Jenna Ostrom, Nisha Reddy, Ailanie Martinez, Julia Geib, and Ruby Jenkins
November 17, 2023
In this flier, the potential effects and benefits to matching Foothill Tech's schedule to Buena High and Ventura High are outlined. Most notably, FIRE would be cut out of the schedule, and it would bring Foothill Tech closer to a "Teach 5" site, something many teachers have been advocating for.

Student Site Council meets to discuss potential bell schedule change for 2024-2025 school year

Ailanie Martinez, Assignment Editor
November 12, 2023

FDP-TV: Season 2, Episode 5

Jenna Ostrom, Nisha Reddy, Ailanie Martinez, Julia Geib, and Isheeta Pal
November 2, 2023

FDP-TV: Season 2, Episode 4

Jenna Ostrom, Nisha Reddy, Ailanie Martinez, Julia Geib, and Camilla Lewis
October 13, 2023

FDP-TV: Season 2, Episode 3

Jenna Ostrom, Nisha Reddy, Ailanie Martinez, Julia Geib, and Isheeta Pal
September 28, 2023

FDP-TV: Season 2, Episode 2

Jenna Ostrom, Ailanie Martinez, Nisha Reddy, Julia Geib, and Ruby Jenkins
September 15, 2023

FDP-TV: Season 2, Episode 1

Jenna Ostrom, Ailanie Martinez, Nisha Reddy, Camilla Lewis, and Julia Geib
September 1, 2023
The excitement of summer is inching closer as the last day of the 2023 school year becomes more prominent. Students are counting down the hours as they return textbooks and complete their remaining assignments for the school year.

[Video] FDP-TV: Episode 17

Jenna Ostrom, Videographer
June 9, 2023
FDP-TV is rounding out the year with its second to last episode highlighting important events to look out for including senior rallies and junior parking spot forms.

[Video] FDP-TV: Episode 16

Kimberly Fickerson, Videographer
May 25, 2023
With the doors for the AP tests coming to a close, the students of Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) find themselves at ease as the weight of the tests are lifted off their shoulders. Students are encouraged to take a break and enjoy some fresh air as a superbloom washes over Ventura, Calif.

[Video] FDP-TV: Episode 15

Jenna Ostrom, Videographer
May 12, 2023
With AP tests approaching, students can take a much needed breather as they dance the night away at prom and relax while reading articles ranging from bananas being shipped to the Navy base to the evolution of video game adaptations.

[Video] FDP-TV: Episode 14

Jenna Ostrom, Videographer
April 28, 2023
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's 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
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. MacDougall's 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
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
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
CAP, an athletic program designed to keep Foothill Tech athletes in top condition during their offseason, is currently undergoing drastic changes. These adjustments have garnered mixed reactions from both staff and students.

Core Athletics Program sections reduced in schedule overhaul

Ailanie Martinez, Reporter
February 10, 2023
A BioScience student demonstrates how to perform CPR on a mannequin to underclassman interested in health sciences.

Potential new beginnings explored at 2023 Program Faire

Ailanie Martinez and Ella Asher
January 16, 2023
On the week of Dec. 5, 2022, the Bioscience Academy showcases their Be The Match fundraiser to help save the lives of those with cancer. Donation jars, wrapped in colorful designs, overflow with dollar bills as students buy candy cane after candy cane.

BioScience Academy contributes to the season of giving with the Be The Match fundraiser

Ailanie Martinez, Reporter
December 20, 2022
As intermission ends, Foothill Tech Drama students talk amongst themselves and perform a very organized skit.

Foothill Tech’s Drama Club embraces outcasts with original play “The Guide To Becoming A Theatre Kid”

Ailanie Martinez, Reporter
December 20, 2022
Wearing colorful witches' hats, members of ASB pour out a spooky yet delicious concoction called Witches' Brew.

A spooky feel drifts into Foothill Tech during Halloween-themed Renaissance Rally

Ailanie Martinez, Reporter
October 18, 2022
Ventura Unified School District teachers and families leave the Board meeting feeling a mixture of determination and uncertainty.

Educators advocate for higher wages at Ventura Unified School District Board meeting

Ailanie Martinez, Reporter
September 30, 2022
During the Freshman Friday festivities, Nick Drucker '26 prepares to send the spikeball into the net in hopes of scoring a point.

Fun, festivities and friendships found at Freshman Friday

Ailanie Martinez, Reporter
September 11, 2022
Dragons come together to celebrate the first day of school.

Ready to take flight: Foothill Tech students soar onto campus for the first day of school

Emma Ippolito, Ailanie Martinez, Ella Asher, and Maggie Lay
August 27, 2022
After receiving their diplomas, the graduating class move their tassels and throw their caps into the air to celebrate the end of their high school careers.

Time to say goodbye: The Class of 2022 ends the year with heartfelt graduation

Melanie Hernandez and Ailanie Martinez
June 19, 2022
Aiden Hagerty '22 displays arm wrestling techniques against math teacher Wayne Powers.

Words of wisdom: the annual Senior Dragon Talks impress all

Emma Ippolito, Ailanie Martinez, and Melanie Hernandez
June 10, 2022
The annual teacher act blows the house down with a dance act to "Billie Jean".

Air Guitar: the return of a Foothill Tech tradition

Ailanie Martinez, Reporter
May 24, 2022
Playing with bubbles was a popular pastime for many of the attendees, it allowed for many students to reminisce about earlier school years.

Blast from the past: Seniors take a trip down memory lane at Senior Recess

Ailanie Martinez, Reporter
April 23, 2022
During a slow dance, the chaos relaxes and the booming music turns into a slow, swaying melody. Couples and friends dance and talk. Groups of friends sing together and savor the moments they have shared.

Students dance the night away at Masquerade Prom

Ailanie Martinez, Reporter
April 17, 2022
Assistant principal Frank Davis dressed as an Alice in Wonderland character, sits under a water balloon laughing with students trying to hit the target.

Renaissance Week celebrates academics at Foothill Technology High School

Ailanie Martinez, Reporter
March 28, 2022
BioScience and DTech students compete in a battle of the grades. Although the sophomores and juniors put up a tough fight, the seniors took home the win and the trophy.

Fight for Foothill Tech: BioScience and DTech bond and compete for victory

Ailanie Martinez, Reporter
March 18, 2022
With a new sports facility, Foothill Tech sports teams like water polo can have their own place to practice, play and represent their school.

Petition for new athletic facility opens up possibilities for the next generation of Dragons

Caroline Hubner, Emma Ippolito, Melanie Hernandez, and Ailanie Martinez
March 2, 2022
The COVID-19 variant Omicron infects at higher rates than any other strain of the virus. Photo Credit: Getty Images

Omicron: Infectious COVID-19 variant sweeps U.S.

Ailanie Martinez, Reporter
February 25, 2022
Gun show laws are a heated topic among counties in California. Photo credit: Matt Hoffman/KPBS

Gun safety controversy reaches gun shows in Ventura County

Ailanie Martinez, Reporter
December 29, 2021
Be The Match donation jars are lively and colorful, with the teacher's name written on it, and ribbon to wrap it all up.

Ho Ho Ho! BioScience supports Be The Match with a winter coin drive

Ailanie Martinez, Reporter
December 20, 2021
Bridgers performs alongside Matt Healy for the closing of the opening act on Oct. 22.

Strangers in the Greek: Phoebe Bridgers gives emotive hometown performance

Linda Manzo and Ailanie Martinez
November 15, 2021
Students across Ventura Unified School District come together to dress up in costume and celebrate at the Happy Haunts Dance.

Dragons celebrate at Happy Haunts

Melanie Hernandez and Ailanie Martinez
October 19, 2021
Mitsuki Laycock (Mitski) poses in blue in for her new song's promotional photoshoot.

“Working for the Knife”: Mitski returns to the music scene with knife-changing new song

Ailanie Martinez, Writer
October 13, 2021
The three representatives for Environmental Club show their passion for the Earth with a poster and plants.

Foothill Tech’s community is showcased at Club Rush 2021

Caroline Hubner and Ailanie Martinez
October 4, 2021
Frances English ‘24 cowers in the intimidatingly delicious presence of the Mr. BBQ sandwich.

Vegan restaurant review: Vegan vs. non-vegan

Frances English and Ailanie Martinez
September 30, 2021
Students make their way to class on their first day of school.

The Happiest School on Earth: Dragons return to campus for the 2021-2022 school year

Caroline Hubner, Emma Ippolito, Melanie Hernandez, and Ailanie Martinez
August 28, 2021
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