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Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) swim and dive team had a successful season this year. On the girls side of the team, they placed second in the Tri-Valley league and had four athletes move onto California Scholastic Federation (CIF) Southern Section Division three preliminaries. The boys placed third in the Tri-Valley league and had one athlete move onto CIF.

[Photo] Swim and dive

Chance Leandro, Reporter
June 11, 2024
On May 4, 2024, the long awaited prom took place at the Poinsettia Pavilion with the theme of the Roaring 20s. The entrance had a balloon arch with red and gold carpets welcoming students. After getting their wristbands, Associative Student Body (ASB) provided students with a place to check in bags and coats so they could be stored safely during the dance. Throughout the night, more and more students gathered in front of the DJ to dance, while others played games outside and socialized with friends.

[Video] A night of glitter and glamor: Prom 2024

Bailey Basurto, Reporter
May 6, 2024
On April 26, 2024, Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) students on the swim team competed at the Ventura Aquatic Center in their league finals. The afternoon was filled with cheering students and parents. With many students winning medals, overall the swim team performed very well.

[Photo] Women’s college basketball players open eyes and break records

Nisha Reddy, Reporter
April 27, 2024
TikTok is a top platform used for entertainment by students at Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech). With endless videos, students often spend hours scrolling mindlessly. Recent news of the ban on TikTok may affect those students who use this platform.

[Photo] Opinion: Potential ban on TikTok

Lily Toreja and Audrey Szijj
April 18, 2024
The Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) Associated Student Body (ASB) assembled a Teen Beach Movie Spirit Week, reminding students to finish the quarter strong as they head into spring break. From spirit days such as Pajama Day and Summer Coolin to the Renaissance Rally at the end of the week, ASB planned events to bolster connections around the school creating a fun environment.

[Video] Dragons bask in the sun with a “Teen Beach Movie” themed Renaissance Rally and Spirit Week

Bailey Basurto, Reporter
March 24, 2024
Burch Studio is located in Downtown Ventura, Calif. Its tucked away, and the entrance is lit with a LED sign. The studio provides a space for musicians to bond and create art together.

[Photo] “Rock and Roll High”: The teen collective program at Burch Studio

Audrey Szijj, Writer
February 28, 2024
On Feb. 8, 2024, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls’ basketball team took to the court in the first round of California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) Southern Section. The Dragons won against Crossroads High School (Crossroads) with a score of 36-32. Good defense was displayed by Olivia Mowad ‘24 (number 32), Petra Falcocchia ‘24 (number 23), Lauren Kaller ‘25 (number 0) and Kiara Zavala ‘26 (number 5). Although the score was tight, the team handled the pressure well and will now move onto the next round of CIF.

[Video] Girls’ basketball prevails over Crossroads in first round of CIF

Conor White, Reporter
February 11, 2024
With the season coming to an end, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls water polo team celebrates their victory in the last match and enjoys the company of the seniors. They each said a few sentences about their favorite memories, making jokes and ending the night with pizza and various desserts.

[Photo] Girls’ water polo dominates Villanova on Senior Night 21-7

Ian Toreja, Reporter
February 4, 2024
Students with parking spots exit the school during lunch by showing their stamped ID card. Others can walk down Day road grabbing lunch at popular spots such as Dominos Pizza, Starbucks or Eddies Grill.

[Photo] The overlooked benefits and problems of school parking

Emilie Huovinen, Writer
January 24, 2024
On the freezing evening of Jan. 11, 2024, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls soccer team hosted St. Bonaventure High School (Bonnie). In this anticipated game, Eva Gonvalves 25 (number 15) glances at the sideline and looks at her coach, Patricia (Patty) Gomez, who gives her suggestions on how to give her team an advantage. Goncalves 25 made some beautiful passes forcing the defense to stumble and give her team a 2-0 lead. Goncalves 25 is one of the most effective facilitators on the field and has also been called upon to be a leader for this years team. Later in this game, Foothill Tech will come out victorious over their league opponent, Bonnie.

[Video] Girls’ soccer emerges triumphant with 2-0 against St. Bonaventure

Chance Leandro, Reporter
January 15, 2024
Inspired by the Humans of New York project, the Foothill Dragon Press staffers aspire to highlight students pursing their passions and interests.

[Video] Humans of Foothill: Naomi Schwartz

Audrey Szijj, Writer
November 23, 2023
The Horror In The Stacks event took place at the E.P. Foster Library. The second floor was covered with black paper restricting all light sources and converted into a haunted maze. With a total of six zones to go through, the maze also had craft stations at the end to bring some peace after going through it all.

[Photo] E.P. Foster’s 2023 Horror In The Stacks

Lily Toreja, Writer
November 12, 2023
Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) students hold up their hands during the song Party in the U.S.A. by Miley Cyrus at the A Nightmare on Day Road dance. The evening of Nov. 3, 2023 was filled with fun and excitement for every student in attendance.

[Video] A Nightmare on Day Road creeps in to conclude Foothill Tech’s spooky season

Kalea Eggertsen, Writer
November 6, 2023
Mylan Walker 24, jersey number 8, sprints down the field and past the Buena line of defense to score a touchdown. The crowd roars as Ventura scores, and the team celebrates the points.

[Video] Buena sacked by Ventura 35-7 in rivalry game

Conor White and Chance Leandro
October 14, 2023
The media center at Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) is a great place for students to check out books outside of English class. It holds a variety of different genres from historical to comic books for students to enjoy.

[Video] Voice of the Dragon: What are the teachers of Foothill Tech reading?

Amber Duhs, Writer
October 12, 2023

[Video] Hey! Friends shows Ventura why shopping locally matters

Audrey Szijj and Layla Solomon
September 19, 2023
Isabella De La Rosa 24 (number 3) and Charlis Swezy 27 (number 1) block from the net, while Malia Gray 24 (number 9) and Morgan Houston 25 (number 2) stay behind to cover any unexpected plays from the other team.

[Video] Girls’ volleyball spiked on by St. Bonaventure

Chance Leandro and Conor White
September 15, 2023

[Video] Ventura Unified launches new cell phone and earbud policy aimed at enhancing classroom focus

Maggie Lay and Ella Asher
September 2, 2023
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