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  • Also referred to as a red tide or an algae bloom, the brilliant blue waves are caused by phytoplankton that emit blue light when disturbed. In previous years the event has been rare to find, occurring sparsely. Recently, primarily during the summer of 2023, bioluminescent waves could be seen splashing the shores of Ventura County.

    Features

    Bioluminescence: Wonders of the bright blue ocean

  • On Sept. 21, 2023, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) Girls Volleyball took a devastating loss of 3-1 in a league game against Bishop Diego High School. Students, Addi Fallon 25, Zac Crist 24 and Petra Falcocchia 24, show their support with colorful face paint. Many students also dressed to the theme of the game, which was cowboys and cowgirls.

    Girls' Volleyball

    Girls’ volleyball beat by Bishop Diego 1-3 in hard fought game

  • Throughout the city of Ventura, pollution is washed down to the beaches through rivers and gutters, depositing cups, bags and other various trash onto our beaches and into the oceans.

    Features

    Just how deadly is stormwater runoff?

  • 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.

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

  • At the Olivas Links Golf Course, on Sept. 21, 2023, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls golf team faced off in a league match against Bishop Diego. The Dragons played well and won the match with an overall score of 249-303. Pictured above, Maddie Wicks 26 concentrates as she putts her ball toward the pin, finishing hole five with three over par.

    Girls' Golf

    Recap: Girls’ golf takes Bishop Diego 249-303

  • On Sept. 22, 2023, Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) competed in their first Tri-County Athletic (TCAA) league meet. Foothill Tech races with five girls on varsity, including Danika Swanson-Rico 25, Bennett Rodman 26, Kalea Eggertsen 26, Emma Anderson 26 and Isabella Efner 25. They warm-up on the start line, exchanging words of encouragement and waiting for the queue to begin the race.

    Cross Country

    Cross country starts off strong at first league meet of the 2023 season

  • With beloved melodies and nostalgic anthems dating back over a decade, fans and general audience members alike enjoy singing along to her award-winning album, Fearless, from 2008.

    A&E

    The Eras Tour: an adventure spanning 17 years of music 

  • On Sept. 21, 2023, Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys water polo hosted a home game against their opponent Malibu High School (Malibu). With lots of splashing, Ethan Ortiz 24 attempts to find an open teammate to give Foothill Tech an advantage to win their league match.

    Boys' Water Polo

    Recap: Boys’ water polo bested by Malibu

  • Students of Foothill Tech try to make button pins of their own design at Back to School Night. This college and career class provides an opportunity to learn life skills and creativity.

    Latest

    Foothill Tech welcomes parents and guardians at Back to School Night 2023

  • In the teen show “The Summer I Turned Pretty,” an adaption of the popular Young Adult novel, protagonist Belly Conklin navigates her love life in a triangle between brothers Jeremiah and Conrad Fisher.

    A&E

    “The Summer I Turned Pretty”: In Defense of the Fisher Boys

  • During F.I.R.E and lunch, members of the Associated Student Body worked hard to prepare an assembly line of delicious In-N-Out for the Class of 2024.

    Latest

    Class of 2024 connects through In-N-Out Burger and festivities

  • On the sunny afternoon of Sept. 19, 2023 girls tennis played against the Villanova Preparatory (Villanova) School Wildcats. The tennis team huddles together and chants in a pregame ritual before beginning their matches.

    Girls' Tennis

    Girls’ tennis triumphs over Villanova in first league match

  • The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is the much anticipated sequel to the critically acclaimed and beloved video game The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Announced in 2019 by Nintendo at the Electronic Entertainment Expo, Tears of the Kingdom was released on May 12, 2023 after nearly four years of waiting. Since its release, the game has been met with widespread acclaim from critics and fans alike. The game directly follows the events of its predecessor, building upon them and expanding an already immense world. Writer Kelly Quinn shares his thoughts.

    A&E

    “The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom” is victory for gaming

  • The three cakes that were reviewed were Lemon, Pumpkin Spice and Red Velvet all topped with a generous amount of cream cheese frosting.

    A&E

    A dive into Nothing Bundt Cakes: America’s largest specialty cake company

  • Comprising of 12 songs, Olivia Rodrigos new album GUTS is her second studio album and was released on Sept. 8, 2023. Rodrigos first studio album, SOUR, released in 2021, was critically acclaimed and beloved by fans, making her second album long anticipated. Writer Isheeta Pal takes on the task of listening to GUTS and reviewing it, delving into its key themes and messaging.

    A&E

    Album Anatomy: “GUTS”

  • A sign displayed in the store highlights the unique vendors in the store as well as promoting shopping from local artists.

    A&E

    Hey! Friends shows Ventura why shopping locally matters

  • Christopher Nolan hits it out of the park once again with his brilliantly done biopic about the man who invented the atom bomb, Oppenheimer.

    A&E

    “Oppenheimer” is a mind-blowingly impactful film

  • In Laufey’s latest album “Bewitched,” released on Sept. 8, 2023, she brings a jazzy and soothing take on the journey of love. Following the success of her previous album, “Everything I Know About Love,” her sophomore album comprises 14 songs, each bringing their own unique spin that is sure to bewitch the listener. Join writer Lily Toreja as she reviews each song and delves into their individual meanings.

    A&E

    Album Anatomy: “Bewitched” by Laufey

  • On the eventful evening of Sept. 14, 2023, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) Dragons faced off against Cate in their third league match. The matchup was very even and came down to the fifth and final set in which the Dragons were unable to secure the win. After bouncing and hitting the ball to set her rhythm, Malia Gray ‘24 (number 9) goes to serve, as her teammates and her alike hope for the best.

    Girls' Volleyball

    Girls’ volleyball endures a hard loss against Cate

  • Jackson Basurto ‘24 and Alfred “Mason” Borkowski ‘24 are in full recruitment mode as students pass by their table. The club offered a fun way to engage with other students while doing something they all enjoy.

    Events

    Dragons find their connection at Club Rush 2023

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The Dragon Press advisor Melissa Wantz is leaving Foothill to become the new adviser of The Harvard-Westlake Chronicle. Yiu Hung Li will take over as the new advisor beginning next year. Credit: Chloey Settles/The Foothill Dragon Press

Wantz bids the Dragon Press farewell after six years of service

Canela Lopez
June 14, 2015
Class of 2015 College Map

Class of 2015 College Map

Canela Lopez
May 28, 2015
Some juniors opt out of new SBAC test, threatening district funding and Foothills ranking

Some juniors opt out of new SBAC test, threatening district funding and Foothill’s ranking

Canela Lopez
April 30, 2015
Foothill boys’ soccer ties with St. Bonnie, leaving them in CIF limbo (11 photos)

Foothill boys’ soccer ties with St. Bonnie, leaving them in CIF limbo (11 photos)

Canela Lopez
February 12, 2015
Multiple aerial firefighters combat the Foothill Fire with fire retardant, September 29, 2014. Credit: Kazu Koba/The Foothill Dragon Press

BREAKING NEWS: “Foothill Fire” forces school to evacuate

Canela Lopez
September 29, 2014
Credit: Josh Ren/The Foothill Dragon Press

“Bedazzled” orientation impresses students and teachers (13 photos, Storify)

Canela Lopez
August 14, 2014
BREAKING NEWS: Lindsey and Stevens save a life at Mavericks

BREAKING NEWS: Lindsey and Stevens save a life at Maverick’s

Canela Lopez
June 1, 2014
Ana Bello: Victims fade while the atrocities remain burned in our memories

Ana Bello: Victims fade while the atrocities remain burned in our memories

Canela Lopez
May 27, 2014
Credit: Aysen Tan/The Foothill Dragon Press

Mission Church puts on “A Night to Remember”

Canela Lopez
April 13, 2014
Credit: Aysen Tan/The Foothill Dragon Press

Community honors Chris Prewitt at memorial service

Canela Lopez
April 12, 2014
The Grand Budapest Hotel features bright colors and cartoon-like elements to form a unique story. Credit: American Empirical Pictures

“The Grand Budapest Hotel” is everything but animated

Canela Lopez
April 2, 2014
Math teacher Anthony Villa will be attending Stanford University in late August and will be bidding Foothill farewell. Credit: Aysen Tan/The Foothill Dragon Press

BREAKING NEWS: Mr. Villa will not be returning next year

Canela Lopez
March 11, 2014
Juniors Will Hammer and Annie Sinclair have been elected as the Senior Class President and Vice President, respectively. Graphic Credit: Aysen Tan/The Foothill Dragon Press

Breaking News: Evan Askar wins race for ASB president

Canela Lopez
February 6, 2014
The Editorial Review Board of the Foothill Dragon Press has voted to defend the rights of the Playwickian staff. Credit: Aysen Tan/The Foothill Dragon Press

Editorial: Dragon Press endorses candidates for ASB president and vice president

Canela Lopez
February 5, 2014

ASB President Platforms

Canela Lopez
February 5, 2014

ASB Vice President Platforms

Canela Lopez
February 5, 2014
Summer reading is a necessity for solid AP class. Credit: Lucy Knowles/ The Foothill Dragon Press

Summer reading must stay

Canela Lopez
December 11, 2013
New eraser bill may allow California teens to scrub their posts

New ‘eraser bill’ may allow California teens to scrub their posts

Canela Lopez
October 20, 2013
The importance of breakfast

The importance of breakfast

Canela Lopez
October 14, 2013
While some think that lifeguards sit around and do nothing, they actually have a very important job. Credit: Michael Morales/The Foothill Dragon Press

Lifeguards, not “life-bums”

Canela Lopez
October 4, 2013
Band T-Shirt Renaissance Friday (19 photos)

Band T-Shirt Renaissance Friday (19 photos)

Canela Lopez
August 30, 2013
Canela Lopez

Canela Lopez

Canela Lopez
August 20, 2013
New students beam at orientation (interactive photo)

New students beam at orientation (interactive photo)

Canela Lopez
August 16, 2013
Magic fills the air of the Saticoy Country Club at Foothills annual prom (35 photos)

Magic fills the air of the Saticoy Country Club at Foothill’s annual prom (35 photos)

Canela Lopez
May 21, 2013
Junior Emily Graves and sophomore James Florez dance together at this years "magic" prom. Credit: Josh Ren/The Foothill Dragon Press

Magic fills air at Foothill prom (35 photos)

Canela Lopez
May 19, 2013
Alabamas immigration laws are bordering on the edge of being racist. Credit: Claire Stockdill/The Foothill Dragon Press

A seed of ignorance: How Alabama’s immigration laws will demonize immigrants

Canela Lopez
April 23, 2013
Tragedies like the Boston Marathon should not have to occur to unite the American people. Credit: Michael Morales/The Foothill Dragon Press

Boston Opinion Package: How many people must die in order to unite America?

Canela Lopez
April 18, 2013
Drug-sniffing dogs are detrimental to our school. Photo Illustration Credit: Claire Stockdill & Aysen Tan/The Foothill Dragon Press

Drug-sniffing dogs are the beginning of the end of our rights as students

Canela Lopez
April 11, 2013
With the recent tragic shootings occurring, the NRA needs to stop making excuses about guns. Credit: Michael Morales/The Foothill Dragon Press

The NRA: Making excuses for gun violence since 1871

Canela Lopez
February 15, 2013
Equal opportunity of getting into colleges and being able to afford them is not the same as it used to be. Credit:Claire Stockdill/The Foothill Dragon Press

America’s dream of equal opportunity is dead

Canela Lopez
January 29, 2013
Often times, people try to be too politically correct because they fear being called a racist. Credit: Claire Stockdill/The Foothill Dragon Press

What is politically correct?

Canela Lopez
January 8, 2013
After the election came many tweets and Facebook statuses regarding the victory of President Obama. Credit: Claire Stockdill/The Foothill Dragon Press

Racist post-election social networking comments display the spirit of a sore loser

Canela Lopez
December 12, 2012
Childrens and teens are using fake curse words in place of the real ones that they are not allowed to use. Credit: Michael Morales/The Foothill Dragon Press

The nuissance that is “faux cursing”

Canela Lopez
December 12, 2012
Unless Congress can agree on a plan to reduce the deficit before January, America will fall over the "fiscal cliff." Credit: Michael Morales/The Foothill Dragon Press

Congress must move mountains to eliminate threat of fiscal cliff

Canela Lopez
December 6, 2012
Cursive seems to be at its end point. Credit: Claire Stockdill/The Foothill Dragon Press

Farewell to cursive, a dying art form

Canela Lopez
November 1, 2012
Lately, real news doesnt seem to be taken as seriously. Credit: Claire Stockdill/The Foothill Dragon Press

Days of serious journalism seem to be long gone

Canela Lopez
October 30, 2012
Shows like "The Colbert Report" and "The Daily Show" should not be taken seriously. Credit: Michael Morales/The Foothill Dragon Press

Biased news reports narrow teens’ views

Canela Lopez
October 18, 2012
At Catholic schools, students seem to be taught a biased version of the world. Credit: Michael Morales/The Foothill Dragon Press

Speak no evil: How Catholic schools are subtly taking away students’ rights to free speech

Canela Lopez
October 18, 2012
Writer Canela Lopez believes television shows like "Toddlers and Tiaras" exploit children. Credit: Michael Morales/The Foothill Dragon Press

Toddlers, tiaras, and child exploitation

Canela Lopez
September 28, 2012
The American political movement, the Tea Party, has reached the end of its fame. Credit: Aysen Tan/The Foothill Dragon Press

One-hit wonder Tea Party is on its death bed

Canela Lopez
September 6, 2012
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