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
The Student News Site of Foothill Technology High School

The Foothill Dragon Press
Beatrice Barnes

Beatrice Barnes, Writer

Your average vegetarian who loves the outdoors and runs for fun.

All content by Beatrice Barnes
Cursive writing, once taught in schools, seems to be disappearing from the minds of many in the next generation. Is this a tragic loss or a long overdue goodbye to the well-known form of penmanship?

Opinion: Cursive: A dying art or good riddance?

Beatrice Barnes, Writer
November 27, 2023
Youth mental health statistics according to research done by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), National Library of Medicine and Pew Research Center show the severity of mental illness in America.

Is social media to blame for a youth mental health epidemic?

October 31, 2023
Carrie Adams handcrafted wooden creations boast extreme elegance and superior craftsmanship. She shares her artistic knowledge with middle school students, hoping to pass down a passion for woodworking to young artists.

ArtWalk: Showcasing Ventura’s creative crowd

September 29, 2023
The charming exterior of Butter and Fold attracts many customers at all hours of business. From the elegant teal and gold color scheme to the waft of freshly baked breads, it’s impossible to simply pass by without taking a peek inside.

Butter and Fold: The perfect place to satisfy your pastry cravings this fall

Julia Brossia and Beatrice Barnes
September 25, 2023
The interior of Butter and Fold has a stylish yet warm atmosphere, demonstrating the cafes elegance and charm. Customers are seen conversing over beverages while employees happily work with a smile on their faces.

[Photo]

The iced coffee looked appealing, but was a catastrophic disappointment. This was the only menu item that we thoroughly regretted purchasing, and was a definite outlier among the cafe’s otherwise impressive offerings.

[Photo]

The sweetened iced matcha latte appears with a beautiful green color, making your mouth water before you even take a sip.

[Photo]

The mini sourdough baguette with chocolate chips had a beautiful appearance, crispy on the outside with an abundance of dark chocolate chips making a sweet yet bitter flavor.

[Photo]

The sweet almond brioche (top right), tart plum brioche (top left), madeleines (bottom right) and mini sourdough baguette with walnuts (bottom left) all have a unique flavor, coming together to create a wonderful variety of pastries.

[Photo]

A hand drawn sign greets customers upon entering, and the thoughtful gesture sets the tone for your visit at Butter and Fold.

[Photo]

Is anything under $5 basically free? Can carrot sticks and ranch suffice for an adequate dinner? Learn more about TikToks newest girl trends and how helpful or harmful they can be.

“Have your cake and eat it too”: Is TikTok right about healthy eating and spending?

Lily Toreja and Beatrice Barnes
September 8, 2023
Lynna Nguyen ‘24, Nathan Turner 24, Jaslyn Shirk 24 and Lola Tennison 24 all stand proudly as they receive their award for their project in the Energy Efficiency to Mitigate Climate Change and Ocean Acidification (EECCOA) Project. The project, which the students competed in through Mrs. Hunts’ Advanced Placement (AP) Environmental Science Class is an important STEAM competition which takes place every year. Read more to learn about both the project and this years winners.

The EECCOA competition: Reducing Foothill’s carbon footprint one piece of trash at a time

Amber Duhs and Beatrice Barnes
June 17, 2023
Ventura’s wet winter has caused black mustard to bloom all across the city, including on the side of Foothill Rd. When driving along the hillside road, one glance is all it takes to witness the overwhelming quantity of black mustard.

Ventura’s superbloom: Yellow flowers or invasive weeds?

June 1, 2023
On May 12, 2023, fourth period AP Government and Economics participates in an outdoor activity to gain a better understanding of the relationships between workers, product and profit. As motivation to win, students race against the clock, hoping to beat the times of their peers in other class periods.

A guide to Advanced Placement Government and Politics

Beatrice Barnes, Writer
May 20, 2023
Ojai Pixie Tangerines, a well renowned staple of Ventura County agriculture, are on display at this free produce stand near pixie orchards along the Gridley Trail in Ojai, Calif. Hikers and adventurers can stop by the stand for a tasty local delicacy and are encouraged to make a small donation in the attached donation box.

Op-Ed: Groundwater scarcity threatens Ventura County agriculture

April 25, 2023
Explore this interactive Google Map to see which states have ratified the Equal Rights Amendment and when they did so.

Women’s History Month: The struggle for equal rights continues

March 30, 2023
Moons Thai Cuisine, a local restaurant located off of East Thompson Blvd., offers a wide variety of authentic Thai food. With a multitude of five star reviews, this local hole in the wall restaurant is the perfect place to dine with family and friends.

Hidden Gems: Moons Thai Cuisine

Beatrice Barnes and Ruby Jenkins
March 17, 2023
Read along as writer Beatrice Barnes explores the science of water consumption and food production, as well as the actions one can take to reduce their water footprint.

Food for thought: Reducing water footprint with our diets

Beatrice Barnes, Writer
March 16, 2023
Foothill Tech student and Foothill Dragon Press staff writer Beatrice Barnes outlines the difficulties she faces as a part time music student at Ventura due to conflicting bell schedules at the different schools.

Opinion: All Ventura high schools should be on the same schedule

Beatrice Barnes, Writer
February 14, 2023
Recent salary negotiations for Ventura Unified School District employees has affected Foothill Tech teachers, students, and administrators alike.

Ventura Unified teachers’ wage agreement: How Foothill Tech has been affected

Amber Duhs and Beatrice Barnes
February 12, 2023
Fashion trends skyrocketed in 2022, changing with the seasons. From newer additions like the Airpod Maxes to the throwback of low rise jeans, there was something fashionable for everyone this year.

Best of 2022: Fashion and trends

Frances English and Beatrice Barnes
January 10, 2023
On Oct. 25, 2022, Foothill Technology boys varsity cross country finishes racing at the CIF State Champioships in Clovis, California. Kai Bensen 23 comforts Erik De la Trinidad 23, offering support at the finish line after both athletes achieved a personal record for the five-kilometer course. De la Trinidad had a time of 17:32.5 and Bensen ran a 17:22.8.

Boys’ cross country takes eighth at the CIF State Championships to conclude their season

Beatrice Barnes, Writer
January 5, 2023
After losing her sister Rebecca to cancer, Dahl-Nicolle felt the need to paint flowers. She has always been a portrait painter and this sudden urge to paint flowers was unfamiliar. She used her time in the studio to remember her sister and mourn her passing. The paintings that came from this are a way for her to understand and process her grief. A Year Without You puts this act of remembrance on display and invites others to join in remembering those that have been lost over the past few years.

“The Totally R.A.D. Foundation”: Providing hope for local families affected by cancer

Beatrice Barnes, Writer
November 18, 2022
“Loop 83”, a local indie rock band, performs their first outdoor public concert on Oct. 15, 2022 at the downtown Ventura stage in front of City Hall. During a span of an hour and a half, they played a variety of original songs that attracted many onlookers.

“Loop 83” wows downtown Ventura in their first live concert

Beatrice Barnes, Writer
November 4, 2022
Load More Stories

The Foothill Dragon Press

The Student News Site of Foothill Technology High School
The Foothill Dragon Press • © 2023 • FLEX Pro WordPress Theme by SNO • Log in

Comments (0)

Comments on articles are screened and those determined by editors to be crude, overly mean-spirited or that serve primarily as personal attacks will not be approved. The Editorial Review Board, made up of 11 student editors and a faculty adviser, make decisions on content.
All The Foothill Dragon Press Picks Reader Picks Sort: Newest