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The Foothill Dragon Press
The Student News Site of Foothill Technology High School

The Foothill Dragon Press
Malia Sanchez

Malia Sanchez, Videographer

Hi! My name is Malia Sanchez, I am a third year journalist in the video section who enjoys playing soccer and laying outside in my hammock.

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On the cloudy day of May 19, 2023, students waited with anticipation for the annual Air Guitar show. Featuring various creative acts, ranging from singing and playing instruments to complicated dance numbers, it was a fun filled day for everyone. In the image, Dan Baker, dressed in an outfit inspired by Harry Styles and his son Miles Baker 23 showed their love for the artist through their performance of “Adore You” by Harry Styles. Taking the lead, Dan Baker sang and played piano while Miles Baker played bass and sang backup.

[Video] Dragons celebrate Air Guitar 2023 like “diamonds in the sky”

Caroline Hubner and Emma Ippolito
May 23, 2023
The students of Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) are put to the test as they answer the question: “Are you smarter than a fifth grader?“

Are you smarter than a fifth grader?

Malia Sanchez, Videographer
May 19, 2023
On the night of April 12, 2023, the Dragons honored their senior players while hosting the Laguna Blanca School. Hoping to secure a win on Senior Night and end their league losing streak, the Dragons played hard, but ultimately it wasnt enough to beat the Laguna Blanca Owls. In the photo above, Sean Scampone 23 (number 7) reaches in the air getting ready to tip the ball over the two Laguna Blanca blockers. Behind Scampone, Owen Houston 23 (number 8) is ready to cover in case the Owls send the ball back over.

[Video] Boys’ volleyball spiked on by Laguna Blanca

Chance Leandro, Reporter
May 16, 2023
Join the video section once again in the third edition of the Video and Friends podcast. In this episode, the discussion surrounds the Olympics and what sports should or shouldn’t be in the Olympics.

Video and Friends: What sports should and shouldn’t be in the Olympics

Chloe Zarrinkelk, Cole Dinkler, Jenna Ostrom, Sofia Patiño, and Malia Sanchez
May 3, 2023
As the weather remains chilly in the western hemisphere, sitcoms are the perfect way to warm up the soul with their wit and humor.

Binge-worthy sitcoms for cozy weather

Malia Sanchez, Writer
April 2, 2023
Curious what the Girl Up club is up to? Check out this feature of the Girl Up club and the outcome of their recent book drive with videographer Malia Sanchez.

Club catch-up: Girl Up book drive

March 22, 2023
Rylie Hannah ‘26 and Emily Drucker show strength throughout their whole match.

[Photo] Girls’ beach volleyball defeats Providence 3-2

March 18, 2023
Newly elected Associated Student Body president Rhea Gill 25 is ready to lead Foothill Technology High School students in the 2023-2024 school year.

[Photo] ASB President-elect Rhea Gill gives inauguration speech on her presidency and excitement for the 2023-24 school year

March 8, 2023
The video section of the Foothill Dragon Press reunite once again with friends to discuss all things sweet. From candy to cake, opinions are shared and debates are heated in this episode of video and friends.

Video and Friends Podcast: Dessert edition

Ella Nicolle, Emma Ippolito, Jenna Ostrom, Malia Sanchez, and Cole Dinkler
January 16, 2023
As the holiday season comes to an end, and the winter rolls on, people continue to find ways to stay comfy and warm. The comforting treat of these hot cocoa cookies are the perfect pairing for the chilly weather of the new year. These simple cookies can be made with easy to find ingredients, from leftover hot chocolate packets to cream cheese, and can be prepared in less than thirty minutes.

Hot chocolate cookies: A cozy treat for the chilly season

January 9, 2023
The video section, a prominent group within The Foothill Dragon Press, joins together with some friends to discuss all things sports in the first episode of this new podcast series.

Video and Friends Podcast: Sports edition

Cole Dinkler, Ella Nicolle, Jenna Ostrom, Sofia Patiño, Malia Sanchez, and Emma Ippolito
November 10, 2022
On the windy day of Nov. 2, 2022 girls’ tennis faced off against Simi Valley High School at Ventura College in their first round of CIF playoffs. Julia Geib ‘25 and Lola Tennison ‘24 are introduced to the players in their first match of the day, high-fiving them with tennis rackets and wishing them luck in the game to come. Players from both teams, wrapped in jackets to stay warm, show their support by clapping and cheering on their teammates.

[Video] Girls’ tennis CIF hopes thwarted by Santiago High School in second round

Sam Noah and Chance Leandro
November 10, 2022
On Oct. 31, 2022, both Foothill Tech students and staff dressed up in fun costumes to celebrate Halloween. They paraded these costumes around the school, their looks ranging from from the classic witch to a giant traffic cone. Pictured above, Principal Russell Gibbs, Assistant Principal Frank Davis and Assistant Principal Katie Tedford are all dressed as inflatable dragons to show their school spirit. They pose with math teacher Rick Villano and a few students also displaying their costumes.

[Video] Trunk or Treat: A Halloween favorite hosted by Foothill Tech seniors

Julia Brossia and Maggie Lay
November 2, 2022
Since Foothill Technology High School’s Club Rush event on Sept. 16, 2022, clubs are now in full swing. This year, Environmental Club kicked off their operations by cleaning up the back garden space of the school. Club President Renee Schultz ‘23 collaborated with Mason Borkowski ‘24 and advisor Emily Hunt to plant new seedlings and clean up trash. The group also worked to restore the sustainable green house built by Borkowski over the summer. “Its solar powered, the entire thing is 100 percent recycled,” Borkowski explains. “It seems like the Environmental Club wanted to come back here and help out, build some new stuff, and Im clearly supporting that.” By the end of the day, the group was able to beautify the space, and successfully start off this years club.

Club catchup: Environmental Club beautifies Foothill Tech’s back garden

Malia Sanchez, Videographer
October 26, 2022
DTech and Bioscience students gather to create SOTA, an organization created in the aftermath of the removal of coordinating periods on campus.

Students organize to discuss next move in wake of coordinating period cuts

Cole Dinkler and Malia Sanchez
September 10, 2022
Aiden Hagerty 22 displays arm wrestling techniques against math teacher Wayne Powers.

[Video] Words of wisdom: the annual Senior Dragon Talks impress all

Emma Ippolito, Ailanie Martinez, and Melanie Hernandez
June 10, 2022
The Ventura Pier has been, and continues to be, a significant spot in the Ventura Community as people can be seen fishing, walking or enjoying food.

[Video] Checking in: Ventura Pier and Promenade

Malia Sanchez and Jenna Ostrom
June 2, 2022
An experienced interviewer helps students gain confidence and poise with mock job interviews.

[Video] Preparing for the future: Economics class Seniors experience mock job interviews

Emma Ippolito, Reporter
June 1, 2022
At the 2022 SOAR rally, seniors play rock-paper-scissors in a gamble to end up with the most green necklaces possible. The entire senior class starts out with only one necklace each and only one will walk away with them all.

[Video] Super seniors honored for their academics at “The Incredibles” themed S.O.A.R rally

Caroline Hubner, Reporter
March 15, 2022
Spencer Kellogg also known as Mr. Kellogg, a well liked teacher at Foothill Technology, brings us into his classroom and gives some insight on who he is, inside and outside the classroom.

[Video] On the bench ft. Mr. Kellogg

Malia Sanchez and Jenna Ostrom
March 11, 2022
Rome Falcocchia 22 shoots a perfect three-point shot while the opposing team makes a futile attempt to stop her.

[Video] Girls’ basketball blitzes Laguna Blanca for a 61-11 Senior Night win

Sam Noah, Reporter
February 3, 2022
Associated Student Body (ASB) hosted a Pajama Day for Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) to ease stress that can occur before finals.

[Video] Pajama day: A reminder to rest in the midst of finals

Malia Sanchez, Writer
January 24, 2022
The overarching and accumulative event of the year for Spotify users has arrived. What does your Spotify Wrapped look like?

[Video] Foothill Tech’s 2021 Spotify Wrapped

Emilie Huovinen, Writer
December 14, 2021
Maliah Juker 22 and Aimee Kidwell 22 block a spike from the opposing team and score a point.

Girls’ Volleyball pulls off comeback over rival St. Bonaventure followed by a celebratory Senior Night sweep over Laguna Blanca

Sam Noah and Malia Sanchez
October 14, 2021
Anna English 24 reaches to hit the ball to her opponent.

[Video] Girls’ Tennis sets off their season with resounding victories over Cate and St. Bonaventure

Sam Noah, Reporter
October 4, 2021
The three representatives for Environmental Club show their passion for the Earth with a poster and plants.

[Video] Foothill Tech’s community is showcased at Club Rush 2021

Caroline Hubner and Ailanie Martinez
October 4, 2021
Ryder Hart 23 looks past the defense in hopes of scoring a goal.

[Video] Buena sinks boys’ water polo in devastating loss

Nisha Reddy and Claire Hernandez
September 11, 2021
Students make their way to class on their first day of school.

[Video] The Happiest School on Earth: Dragons return to campus for the 2021-2022 school year

Caroline Hubner, Emma Ippolito, Melanie Hernandez, and Ailanie Martinez
August 28, 2021
Low tide and beginner friendly waves at Surfers Point.

Mild surf spots for the curious beginner

Malia Sanchez, Reporter
June 1, 2021
Damian Hernandez ‘21 winds up to strike the ball.

Recap: Boys’ soccer comes to an end after 3-1 defeat in CIF

Malia Sanchez, Reporter
May 21, 2021
Benjamin Wang 23 raises his racket to intercept the ball.

Boys’ tennis team triumphs in a close game against Villanova

Malia Sanchez, Reporter
May 11, 2021
Softball team hangs banners for seniors Macy Weaver ‘21, Jade Barretto ‘21, Dailyn Thompson ‘21, Katie Gordon ‘21 and Miranda Cahue ‘21 on Senior Night.

Recap: Softball Senior Night ends in a close loss of 9-8

May 9, 2021
The Olympics. Millions look forward to this exciting time of the year in which athletes compete for highly desired medals, however behind the scenes the cities in which these games are hosted often take a negative blow.

Why are cities reluctant to host the Olympics?

Malia Sanchez, Reporter
May 3, 2021
While it was passed in 1972, the importance of Title IX in fighting the good fight against gender discrimination in sports programs from high school to college still reigns true to this day.

Title IX: Almost 50 years on the path of equity

Malia Sanchez, Reporter
April 27, 2021
While fans may not be able to satisfy their need for in-person sports like they normally could, there are multiple sports films to fill the space in their hearts, and to provide them with the competition and energy that they have been craving.

Three sports movies to satisfy your craving for competition

Malia Sanchez, Reporter
April 25, 2021
Rome Falcocchia ‘22, Chloe Scofield ‘22 and Olivia Huynh ‘23 box out Rio Mesa defenders as they look for a chance to rebound the ball.

Girls’ basketball dominates Senior Night and emerges victorious

Malia Sanchez, Reporter
April 19, 2021
Due to COVID-19, sportsman-like conduct has evolved as the Dragons cannot exchange high-fives anymore at the start or end of a match.

Girls’ volleyball takes a loss in a bittersweet return debut

Malia Sanchez, Reporter
March 17, 2021
Apple pie, peppermint bark and toffee are classic holiday treats that many people enjoy over the winter season.

Seasonal sweets to make at home

Malia Sanchez, Writer
December 12, 2020
Quisco cactus helps Botanical Gardens conserve water.

Trekking through Ventura County

October 21, 2020
High air quality index in Ventura County on Sept. 14, 2020.

Feeling out of breath lately? This is probably why

Malia Sanchez, Reporter
September 21, 2020
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