• HS Volleyball Friendly vs. DMHS @ DIS Tuesday, September 16th
  • SAT Saturday, September 13th
  • Early dismissal Friday, August 29th
  • Don't forget your spirit shirts on Friday
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The hall echos with cheerful laughter and jokes as sophomore Agnew Kim leads the way with parents alongside. The group pauses at each corner to explore the latest changes around the campus.
Back to School Night showcases academic roadmap for students
Freshman Stella Kwon serves herself a portion of savory acorn jelly salad. With the new staff in place, the cuisine brings a refreshed flavor compared to last year.
J&J Catering earns three year contract to service DIS cafeteria
Seventh grader Steven Jang flexes with his new spirit shirt. He and his Learning Lab pals grabbed their new gear in the conference room during the first week of school.
Glider returns to center stage on new spirit shirts
The second grade squad gathers around the mini slides for a group picture on the first day of school. Excited and nervous, they set up their goals for another successful year.
[Photos] 25-26 school year kickoff shots
Sophomores Haydn Mangione, Sophie Lee, and Bryan Lee, along with Mr. Kaschub, bite into their gold medals. They take home the top prize, marking a historic first for both DIS and NHD Korea.
2024 NHD finalists return to University of Maryland and claim first place
The first grade class rests from the heat with a cool breeze from their mini fans. After a quick break, they run out back to the fields to run around.
[Photos] Elementary Field Day bursts with color and spirit
Mrs. Willette diligently lays out vocabulary cards on her deck. The colorful rims of the cards reflect her playful and quirky personality.
Mother and teacher by day, gamer by night 
Following its rebranding in 2021, Meta offers a variety of augmented reality digital content. Users immerse themselves in all corners of the virtual space, from videos to games.
Invisible codes infiltrate daily lives and raise doomsday concerns 
Mrs. Nunes introduces herself to her elementary ELL class. She shares her love of winter sports, her Rhode Island roots, and the crazy adventures she had with her cousins.
New ELL teacher anchors in Daegu
With the book she used to write her final review in hand, Jessica Woo reflects on her final journey as an Editor-in-Chief.
Farewell from the 2024-2025 Editor-in-Chief
Plastic cups spill out onto the street from an overstuffed garbage bag. Fallen cherry blossom petals blanket the ground around it.
Petals beneath plastic
With distracting melodies stuck on repeat, students find it increasingly difficult to focus during the SAT. As stress builds and time ticks away, the constant mental noise chips away at their concentration, making it harder to stay on track.
Suneung and the Battle Against Earworms
Inside the shelves of a local record shop, rows of vinyl albums stretch across the wall. These spaces give indie musicians a chance to be heard outside major labels, and even today, they remain cultural touchstones for fans looking outside of the mainstream.
The rise and rebranding of indie music
"Love After Divorce" unhooked separation from shame and depicted each cast member as a multidimensional character rather than a one-note caricature.
‘Dolsing’ media rebrands divorce into empowerment
An SKT user reacts in shock to the news of a massive data breach. The incident sparked widespread concerns over privacy and security.
Korea’s largest carrier faces unprecedented data breach
Vocaloid Hatsune Miku comforts Ado with her unreachable hands as the singer reminisces the darkest days of her life. From her two-dimensional world, Miku gifted Ado the courage she needed to achieve her dream.
Ado blends melancholy past with electric persona at her “Shinzou” concert
The film "K-pop Demon Hunters" tells the story of Huntr/x – warriors protecting the Honmoon against evil with a K-pop gig as a side hustle. The meticulous mix-up of cultural representation and fantasy appeals to a wide audience.
“K-pop Demon Hunters” dominates global Netflix charts
Amidst the sea of black and whites, people wearing vibrant colors stand out. Their presence breaks monotony, and their individuality shines bright in a crowd.
Korean fashion trends fixate on monochromatic wardrobes
A girl sits lost in thought, not able to identify the cultural items of her Korean root. The heavily Western focused education she received interfered with her understanding of her very own nation's traditions.
Western-focused education sidelines Korean history and culture
Taught the values of free speech, but punished for using it, students find themselves silenced in the very institutions meant to empower them. This carries over to adulthood, creating a meek, silent population.
Too young for rights, old enough for blame
Members of the Korean Confederation of Trade Unions march through downtown Daegu, chanting for their rights. However, many of their demands lack feasibility.
Labor union protests to ease government boundaries on foreign workers
As a new alternative to TikTok, Xiao Hong Shu enters the Korean social media scene amid concerns about mental health and user safety.
Rednote enters Korean media: a smarter, riskier rival to TikTok    
Seniors face immense stress as they navigate the challenges of unfamiliar digital platforms in a rapidly evolving, tech-centric world.
Digital exclusion separates age groups on the peninsula
Driven by the false belief that ADHD medication guarantees academic success, pressured students resort to using drugs in pursuit of social recognition.
Teens fake symptoms for drug prescriptions that lead to an illusion of success
Ms. Dennard (left) focuses on the new girls vying for a spot and reflects on their moves. Mrs. Jolly (center) gives insightful advice to newcomers in hopes of improvements at the net.
High school girls’ volleyball season begins with tough tryouts and fresh leadership on the sidelines
The JV squad listens carefully to Coach Kaschub’s short pep-talk mid game. Although tired, the boys try their best to execute their plays.
Middle school boys battle through nail-biters at SKAIS
The junior varsity girls basketball team celebrates their championship victory, proudly displaying their first-place medals and hoisting the trophy after a series of hard-fought games.
Jets bring home gold and bronze after a competitive day on the court
The JV girls proudly gather wearing their bronze medals around their necks. Their close-knit formation captures the hard work and team spirit behind their achievement.
Middle school JV girls claim bronze while varsity falls short
The boys A team hold up the trophy after their final game of the season. Their win marks a strong finish to the year.
Elementary ballers earn double gold at home
Eighth grader Joseph Yoon (34) drives into the paint with speed and control, weaving past three defenders for a smooth layup finish. His decisive play narrows the Jets’ point deficit against the Sharks, sparking momentum for his team.
Middle school boys focus on fundamentals in rebuilding season
"DIS" School Rules Episode 7: Mr. Zhao and the Badminton ASA
“DIS” School Rules Episode 7: Mr. Zhao and the Badminton ASA
K-pop: Beyond the Stage Episode 2: Personal Concert Experiences
K-pop: Beyond the Stage Episode 2: Personal Concert Experiences
Everyday Korean with Ann and Esther Episode 9: Going to the Hospital
Everyday Korean with Ann and Esther Episode 9: Going to the Hospital
"DIS" School Rules Special Episode: Rummikub Edition
“DIS” School Rules Special Episode: Rummikub Edition
Everyday Korean with Ann and Esther Episode 8: Family
Everyday Korean with Ann and Esther Episode 8: Family
Everyday Korean with Ann and Esther Episode 7: School Life
Everyday Korean with Ann and Esther Episode 7: School Life
Daegu Subway Fire Incident
Daegu Subway Fire Incident
The band boom has begun
The band boom has begun
Behind Closed Doors: Life in Korea's "Small Room Villages" (쪽방촌)
Behind Closed Doors: Life in Korea’s “Small Room Villages” (쪽방촌)
Daegu derby
Daegu derby
From "A" to Alpha
From “A” to Alpha
Archery on trend
"DIS" School Rules Episode 7: Mr. Zhao and the Badminton ASA
“DIS” School Rules Episode 7: Mr. Zhao and the Badminton ASA
K-pop: Beyond the Stage Episode 2: Personal Concert Experiences
K-pop: Beyond the Stage Episode 2: Personal Concert Experiences
Everyday Korean with Ann and Esther Episode 9: Going to the Hospital
Everyday Korean with Ann and Esther Episode 9: Going to the Hospital
"DIS" School Rules Special Episode: Rummikub Edition
“DIS” School Rules Special Episode: Rummikub Edition
Everyday Korean with Ann and Esther Episode 8: Family
Everyday Korean with Ann and Esther Episode 8: Family
Everyday Korean with Ann and Esther Episode 7: School Life
Everyday Korean with Ann and Esther Episode 7: School Life
Teachers caught using confiscated phones
Teachers caught using confiscated phones
Crossword: DIS After School Activities and sports
Crossword: DIS After School Activities and sports
(Lily Lee)
Comic: What does GLIDER say?
(Elisa Triolo)
Comic: The broken trophy
(Eisa Triolo)
Comic: The language barrier
Comic: Miscreant #12- "Great advice"
Comic: Miscreant #12- “Great advice”
  • HS Volleyball Friendly vs. DMHS @ DIS Tuesday, September 16th
  • SAT Saturday, September 13th
  • Early dismissal Friday, August 29th
  • Don't forget your spirit shirts on Friday
The Student News Site of Daegu International School

Jets Flyover
The Student News Site of Daegu International School

Jets Flyover

Crossword: DIS After School Activities and sports

Jack Lee, Illustrator
August 20, 2025
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Jack Lee
Jack Lee, Illustrator
Jack Lee began his DIS journey in eighth grade. Now he joins the Flyover staff as an illustrator for junior year. Since childhood, Jack takes pride in his artwork. Journalism won’t be the only new venture for Jack, as he laces up for his first-ever cross country season this year. Jack loves to cheer for the Jets at basketball and volleyball games, and he watches professional versions of those sports as a hobby as well. Sorry Lions fans, the Hanwha Eagles take center stage for Jack. That means Jack has a lot of patience. 
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