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As easy as it is to dwell on the past before the COVID-19 pandemic, having hope that joy can still bloom in present circumstances by adapting to the world we live in now rather than looking behind or ahead can make all the difference.

[PHOTO] Cartoon 84: “Hope in the here and now”

February 22, 2021
A detailed outline of how to apply to the various special programs at Foothill Tech.

[PHOTO] A guide to applying for special programs at Foothill Tech

February 10, 2021
Take gifts to the next level this Valentine's Day by saving money and staying safe at home with homemade gifts that are sure to bring joy to the gift receiver, and giver.

[PHOTO] Simple yet spectacular homemade gifts for your Valentine

February 3, 2021
Isolated from others during this pandemic era, technology appears to be a necessity for everyday life. However, it is essential to know that consumers of technological devices and their controlled content are often left in the dark when it comes to knowing what is true, and what is not. Cartoonist Alivia Baker warns to beware of falling victim to the distorted reality our devices -- and the people behind them -- can create.

Cartoon 82: “Pixelated lenses: reality blurs when viewed on a screen”

February 1, 2021
Read about and vote for your favorite shoe, dive into a battle between Converse, Docs, Nike and Vans.

[PHOTO] Showdown of the shoes: Docs, Vans, Converse and Nike

January 31, 2021
Be aware of and discover what is tracking, manipulating and dividing us as a society--social media--in writer Sam Noah's review on the new Netflix documentary, 'The Social Dilemma'.

[PHOTO] “The Social Dilemma”: Why technology and social media are tearing us apart

January 27, 2021
Have you heard it all? Discover and remember some of the best rap music 2020’s brilliant artists have to offer.

[PHOTO] 2020 Rapped: Best rap albums of the year

January 21, 2021
COVID-19 vaccines are born in a world taken over by the virus, shedding a light of hope to many in dark and uncertain times.

Venturing into the COVID-19 vaccines

January 21, 2021
Learn of what the 46th president-elect of the United States Joe Biden and vice president-elect Kamila Harris’ inauguration ceremony will be like during the current pandemic era.

[PHOTO] The conclusion to the 2020 presidential elections: Joe Biden’s and Kamala Harris’ inauguration

January 20, 2021
With full calendars on online learning platform Canvas, students and teachers at Foothill Tech brave Semester One finals week from their homes for the first time.

Cartoon 80: “Online learning leaves Foothill Tech taking finals like never before”

January 18, 2021
Foothill Tech students and teachers have been learning online for months, however plans to reopen safely are underway. Discover the latest on in-person education at Foothill Tech from writer Emma Ippolito.

[PHOTO] Foothill Tech plan for small group integration

January 7, 2021
When long days of online class seem to take all your energy, visit this article written by Ryann Liddell and discover ways you can refresh and recharge a tired mind.

[PHOTO] Reboot your brain after a day of online school

December 10, 2020
Packages seem to fall like snow on the steps of those looking to stay safe and shop online in this pandemic holiday season.

Cartoon 77: “Doorsteps fill with cheer as holiday shopping turns virtual”

December 7, 2020
Stay up to date as to what lies ahead in these changing times as writer Caroline Hubner informs of the new curfew for California citizens.

[PHOTO] Governor Gavin Newsom orders curfew for counties in California amid rise of COVID-19 cases, possibility for stay-at-home order

December 6, 2020
May thankfulness for the little things fall like autumn leaves and gratefulness be like a cool November breeze in times of trouble as you enter this Thanksgiving season.

[PHOTO] Cartoon 75: “Happy Thanksgiving!”

November 25, 2020
Refresh and recharge your emotional battery, prepare and be ready for the pandemic winter with this psychological quarantine survival guide.

Cartoon 73: “Psychological quarantine survival guide”

November 9, 2020
Day by day passes by as another polar ice cap melts, greenhouse gases burn through the ozone layer, hundreds of trees are cut at their core and helpless sea animals die from ocean pollution. Earth has taken a blow from the actions of our population, but that doesn’t mean there is nothing we can do about it. Illustrator Alivia Baker believes that you can help sustain the world we live in and our futures by recycling, saving water, volunteering to plant trees locally, going solar, choosing electric cars or supporting businesses and nonprofits that help the environment.

Cartoon 70: “Only one Earth”

October 19, 2020
Time travel back to a century in which a woman did not have all the rights she might today and witness the adventures of a young aspiring detective who breaks societal norms in the new film Enola Holmes.

[PHOTO] Enola Holmes: A twist on the timeless mystery

October 17, 2020
In memory of Ruth Bader Ginsburg; a fallen hero to many.

[PHOTO] Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s life and legacy

October 15, 2020
Two candidates go head to head for a chance at becoming the next leader, the next president of the United States of America.

[PHOTO] A tale of two candidates: Donald Trump vs. Joe Biden

September 23, 2020
Illustrator Alivia Baker displays how local hair salons go a cut above; offering outdoor service to clients in need.

Cartoon 66: “A weight off your shoulders – haircuts following quarantine”

September 22, 2020
Finding the perfect movie to keep you entertained while staying at home is not always an easy task. Luckily, writers Isabella Fortunati and Ryann Liddell have put together a list. What will you watch next?

[PHOTO] Intriguing movies to spice up your quarantine

September 25, 2020
20 years in the making: Foothill Tech's teachers and staff

20 years in the making: Foothill Tech’s teachers and staff

September 4, 2020
Russell Gibbs is Foothill Tech's new principal. His former jobs include working as a journalism advisor for two years at Grant Community High School, English teacher at Ace Charter High School and Rancho Campana High School (RCHS) and assistant principal at Hueneme High School. Although this year may look a little different, Gibbs is ready and excited for the task!

[PHOTO] Administration, Counseling and Career

September 2, 2020
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