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  • 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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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

  • On the afternoon of Sept. 14, 2023, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls golf faced off against La Reina at the Olivas Links Golf Course. Maddie Wicks ‘26 tees it up with hopes of sticking it close to pin and hopefully having a birdie opportunity. Wicks finished hole six with a double bogey and finished the entire course with a 56.

    Girls' Golf

    Foothill Tech defeats La Reina in league match

  • 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.

    Girls' Volleyball

    Girls’ volleyball spiked on by St. Bonaventure

  • Students hit the ground running as the 2023-2024 school year picks up its pace. With this years You Belong Week taking place Sept. 11-15, 2023, as well as Club Rush on Sept. 15, 2023, Dragons are busy keeping up with all the events.

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    FDP-TV: Season 2, Episode 2

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Dragon Talks: Caleb Bigler, school stifles creativity

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June 2, 2014
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Dragon Talks: Carly Bell explains Phenylketonuria

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June 2, 2014
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‘Train Whistle Substitute’ reflects on 60 years of teaching

Kienna Kulzer
April 30, 2014
Vibrant art show honors students and Prewitt (34 photos, video)

Vibrant art show honors students and Prewitt (34 photos, video)

Kienna Kulzer
April 18, 2014
Olivia Cate pursues passion for music with Company (video)

Olivia Cate pursues passion for music with Company (video)

Kienna Kulzer
March 5, 2014
Vegetables like broccoli and squash and brands like Morningstar that produce fake meat are healthy ways to implement a vegetarian diet. Credit: Kienna Kulzer/The Foothill Dragon Press

Experimenting with the vegetarian diet

Kienna Kulzer
January 17, 2014
This quinoa feta salad is sure to satisfy anyones healthy cravings. Credit: Kienna Kulzer/The Foothill Dragon Press

Simple, vegetarian-friendly recipe for quinoa feta salad

Kienna Kulzer
January 15, 2014
Maija Saarinen is a foreign exchange student from Finland and is fluent in 5 languages. Credit: Aysen Tan/The Foothill Dragon Press.

Students find lifelong benefits from bilingualism

Kienna Kulzer
December 13, 2013
Use these ingredients to make delicious warm drinks that are cheaper and healthier than Starbucks. Credit: Kienna Kulzer/The Foothill Dragon Press

Starbucks alternatives: Cheaper, healthier recipes

Kienna Kulzer
November 19, 2013
Slut shaming impacts Foothill students at school and online, survey shows

‘Slut shaming’ impacts Foothill students at school and online, survey shows

Kienna Kulzer
November 13, 2013
This is what the finished version of this easy-to-make pesto pasta looks like. Credit: Kienna Kulzer/The Foothill Dragon Press

Quick, easy pesto pasta recipe

Kienna Kulzer
November 4, 2013
E-cigarettes are rising in popularity among teens. Credit: Michael Morales

E-cigarettes rising in popularity among teens

Kienna Kulzer
October 18, 2013
Senior Jillian Lopez went to Chile for her junior year and has returned back to Foothill. Credit: Kazu Koba/The Foothill Dragon Press

Senior Jillian Lopez reflects on exchange in Chile

Kienna Kulzer
September 17, 2013
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Kienna Kulzer
August 20, 2013
Foothill alumni Lauren Cook (09) talks about being a positive person in her new book, "The Sunny Girl: The Brighter Side of Things." Credit: Lauren Beltran. Used with permission.

Alumna Lauren Cook “celebrates happiness” with new book

Kienna Kulzer
May 21, 2013
(From left) Sophomore Ben Limpich, freshman Fidelity Ballmer, senior Adam Braver, junior Ana Bello, and senior Luke Ballmer are all students in the speech and debate club at Foothill. Credit: Josh Ren/The Foothill Dragon Press

Speech and debate: Hard work and shenanigans

Kienna Kulzer
April 22, 2013
Senior Alex Tompkins is a member of The Blue Devils, a prestigious nationwide drum corps. Credit: Bethany Fankhauser/The Foothill Draogn Press

Tompkins to compete, perform in music group The Blue Devils

Kienna Kulzer
April 8, 2013
Senior Anthony Balolong-Reyes reaches for a yogurt cup in the cafeteria. Credit: Felicia Perez/The Foothill Dragon Press

School program makes a difference in students’ eating habits

Kienna Kulzer
February 11, 2013
More colleges across the nation are Googling perspective students to get a better picture of their applicants. Photo Illustration Credit: Aysen Tan/The Foothill Dragon Press

More colleges googling prospective students

Kienna Kulzer
January 17, 2013
Junior Carolina Canosa and sophomore Brittany Richardson are visually impaired students that go to Foothill. Credit: Aysen Tan/The Foothill Dragon Press

Richardson, Canosa not held back by visual impairments

Kienna Kulzer
December 14, 2012
Every 15 Minutes comes to emotional close with funeral for dead students (29 photos)

“Every 15 Minutes” comes to emotional close with funeral for “dead” students (29 photos)

Kienna Kulzer
December 8, 2012
The "dead" students bring two caskets through the center of the quad to represent senior Marnie Vaughan and junior Carly Camarillo. Credit: Aysen Tan/The Foothill Dragon Press

E15M Day Two: Funeral for “dead” students closes emotional event (29 photos, video)

Kienna Kulzer
December 7, 2012
From left, seniors Chris Hanna, Wesley Harris, David Choi, and Ryan Harris participate in the activities at the senior Thanksgiving potluck on Friday. Credit: Josh Ren/The Foothill Dragon Press

Seniors celebrate thanksgiving together at annual potluck (13 photos)

Kienna Kulzer
November 17, 2012
Seniors celebrate thanksgiving together at annual potluck (13 photos)

Seniors celebrate thanksgiving together at annual potluck (13 photos)

Kienna Kulzer
November 17, 2012
Left to right: Juniors Ami Ballmer, Carson Graves and Angela King have strong political opinions this election. Credit: Aysen Tan/The Foothill Dragon Press

Foothill students voice diverse beliefs on election issues as November 6 approaches

Kienna Kulzer
October 1, 2012
If signed, Assembly Bill 1575 may threaten many of Foothills classes and programs. Credit: Aysen Tan/The Foothill Dragon Press

AB 1575 threatens Foothill programs, worries teachers and staff

Kienna Kulzer
September 14, 2012
The majority of students said that Foothill is tolerant of LGBT students in an informal survey conducted by The Foothill Dragon Press. Photo illustration credit: Aysen Tan/The Foothill Dragon Press

Students find Foothill a tolerant place for LGBT youth

Kienna Kulzer
June 6, 2012
Students remember and fight back at Relay for Life (20 photos)

Students remember and fight back at Relay for Life (20 photos)

Kienna Kulzer
May 8, 2012
Sophomores Casey Collet (left) and Tara Yanez (right) participate in Relay for Life this past weekend. Credit: Felicia Perez/The Foothill Dragon Press

Students remember and fight back at Relay for Life (20 photos)

Kienna Kulzer
May 7, 2012
Credit: Bethany Fankhauser/The Foothill Dragon Press

Cara Fuller, Taylor Kennepohl, Evan Skora, and Matt Zinik: Acceptance Advocators

Kienna Kulzer
May 2, 2012
Battle of the Books encourages students’ passion for reading (25 photos)

Battle of the Books encourages students’ passion for reading (25 photos)

Kienna Kulzer
February 28, 2012
Author Jonathan Auxier signs a copy of his book "Peter Nimble and His Fantastic Eyes" at the Battle of the Books competition at DATA on Friday. Credit: Felicia Perez/The Foothill Dragon Press.

Battle of the Books encourages students’ passion for reading (25 photos)

Kienna Kulzer
February 26, 2012
Juniors Andre Sehati and Alex Koch were announced as ASB president and vice president Friday. Credit: Aysen Tan/The Foothill Dragon Press

Sehati, Koch elected ASB president and vice president

Kienna Kulzer
February 11, 2012
The BioScience Academy is recruiting freshmen to join the three-year program. Credit: Bethany Fankhauser/The Foothill Dragon Press.

Application process for BioScience Academy begins

Kienna Kulzer
February 7, 2012
Photo Illustration: Aysen Tan/The Foothill Dragon Press.

5 new laws for teens in 2012

Kienna Kulzer
January 7, 2012
Tomorrow, five school buses will be stuffed with toys collected during the recent Toys for Tots drive. Credit: Aysen Tan/The Foothill Dragon Press.

Buses stuffed with toys will bring gifts to needy children

Kienna Kulzer
December 8, 2011
Joseph Lamin hugs Foothill English teacher Melissa Wantz who was one of the teachers that helped organize fundraisers to sponsor a school in Lungi, Sierra Leone. Credit: Bethany Fankhauser/The Foothill Dragon Press.

Joseph Lamin thanks Foothill for Lungi School

Kienna Kulzer
November 16, 2011
Some students believe that texting is ruining modern English. Credit: Bethany Fankhauser/The Foothill Dragon Press

Are communication shortcuts affecting the way we speak and write?

Kienna Kulzer
November 15, 2011
Dominic Fredianelli enlisted in the military right out of high school and is now a focus of a documentary called "Where Soldiers Come From." Photo courtesy of Heather Courtney.

“Where Soldiers Come From” offers powerful insight into war

Kienna Kulzer
October 18, 2011
Estefnaia Zapata is an exchange student from Foothill who is attending Foothill this year. Credit: Chrissy Springer/The Foothill Dragon Press

Foreign exchange student begins year-long adventure

Kienna Kulzer
September 28, 2011
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