• October 24-25: HS KISAC JV Girls Volleyball Tournament @DIS
  • October 24-25th: MS/HS KISAC Cross Country @KISJ
  • October 23-25th: HS KISAC HS Varsity Girls & HS Boys Volleyball Tournament @NLCS/KISJ/SJA
  • October 21st, Tuesday: HS Volleyball Friendly Match vs. DMHS @Camp Walker
  • October 16-18th: K-5 DNUE College of English Educaiton: ES Class Observation
  • October 16-18th: MS KISAC MS Soccer Tournament @NLCS/BHA
  • Don't forget your spirit shirts on Friday
The Student News Site of Daegu International School

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Daegu International School's Student News Site
Students’ growing reliance on AI risks dulling their creativity and critical thinking. The new AI policy encourages collaboration with technology while preserving independent thought and originality.
New AI policy shapes discussions, curriculum, and expectations
Students who wish to suggest changes to the lunch menu should go to the Cafeteria page on the DIS website and look to the bottom left corner. The button links directly to the Feedback Form.
Cafeteria feedback form dishes up voices
Students line up at the Snack Shop before the University Fair, picking out treats to enjoy before their ASAs. Two managers handle the busy crowd with quick service and friendly demeanors, keeping the line moving smoothly.
J&J Catering renovates cafeteria Snack Shop
High School Student Council members sophomore Kaylie Jeong and junior Oliver Park splash water on Secretary William Seo in a burst of laughter and cheers. The playful moment served as a joyful finale, wrapping up the day’s festivities with spirited energy.
Community festa rocks with music, dance, and cultural flair
mCLASS, owned by Amplify, provides literacy assessments for elementary classrooms all over the world. Teachers learn from the results and fill gaps in learning.
New mCLASS tests shape literacy development in elementary classrooms
The newly posted “Jetnasium—Rules of Use” greets students at the gym entrance, outlining updated guidelines. Over the summer, DIS administrators created custom posters to encourage proper use of the facility.
Jetnasium policy changes for middle and high school recess
Office workers fall into concern, as they calculate the exorbitant amount of money needed to raise a family.
Economic woes spur rise of “non-wedding” trend
Muslim students in Korean public schools struggle during mealtime. Unable to eat pork, they resort to rice and simple side dishes for lunch.
Fish out of water: Muslim exclusion in Korean schools
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
Justin Bieber loses "swag" as fans are left despondent with the release of a disappointing new album.
SWAG II: the sequel nobody asked for
Even through the dire heat, Tipsy’s guitarist and vocalist strums along to “Congratulations” by Day 6 with a smile on his face. Audience members can be seen wearing Tipsy-branded hats, as they nod along to the music.
Daegu’s inaugural indie fest unfolds amidst blazing skies
Apple’s latest iPhone 17 Pro comes with significant design changes. Especially, the changes in the new camera design come with ambivalent opinions.
Apple ripe for a comeback this “Techtember”
Conan Gray released his fourth studio album, featuring tracks that highlight his evolving artistry and connect with listeners. The digital release is expected to attract attention, though the vinyl edition may see limited demand.
Conan Gray reembraces his identity with release of new album
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
Twisted fandoms and eye-catching articles blindly abuse star players, prospects, and their teams. Even Son is no exception to relentless criticism from the media.
When headlines cause harm: sensationalism in Korean sports journalism
Through the Yellow Envelope Act, the Lee administration emphasized labor equality by expanding worker support and curbing corporate influence. Direct negotiations strengthened labor advocacy, yet restrictions on compensation demands raised concerns about limiting management decisions.
Yellow lights flash for the Yellow Envelope Act
Exhausted students chase after unrealistic standardized test scores while sacrificing sleep and money. The endless grind for the SAT and college applications serve as a driving reason for students to attend SAT hagwons. 
SAT prep academies in Korea: overpriced and overhyped
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
Jason Choi in third grade leaps forward to save the ball from going out of bounds. After stopping it, he quickly transitions and passes the ball to the attacking line.
Goalie turns goal-getter in Elementary Futsal Divisionals
The varsity girls erupt in celebration after a hard-fought rally, their teamwork and resilience shining in every play. United by determination, the squad’s spirit fuels their comeback momentum on the court.
Jets girls’ volleyball surges in season opener
Outside hitter Evan Rossmeisl (2) leaps forward to unleash a powerful float jump serve. His precision allows the ball to drop right in front of the opponents’ defensive positions.
Jets slay the Warriors at first high school boys’ volleyball friendly
Head Coach Willette and Assistant Coach Marchan observe the players hit and receive. Despite joining forces for the first time, they put their heads together to create new training methods for the athletes.
Coach Willette steers the Jets with co-pilot Marchan
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
Bleacher Boys Episode 1: Mr. Bergan and Pyo
Bleacher Boys Episode 1: Mr. Bergan and Pyo
Built Different Episode 1: Pyo and Steven
Built Different Episode 1: Pyo and Steven
Nature Speaks
Nature Speaks
Tag You're It
Tag You’re It
"DIS" School Rules Season 2 Episode 1: New Middle and High School Gym Rules
“DIS” School Rules Season 2 Episode 1: New Middle and High School Gym Rules
Screenshot
Summer Sound
Nature Speaks
Nature Speaks
Tag You're It
Tag You’re It
Screenshot
Summer Sound
Yoon Again Protest
Yoon Again Protest
Caught Up in the Blaze: Seomun Market Redevelopment
Caught Up in the Blaze: Seomun Market Redevelopment
Daegu Subway Fire Incident
Daegu Subway Fire Incident
Bleacher Boys Episode 1: Mr. Bergan and Pyo
Bleacher Boys Episode 1: Mr. Bergan and Pyo
Built Different Episode 1: Pyo and Steven
Built Different Episode 1: Pyo and Steven
"DIS" School Rules Season 2 Episode 1: New Middle and High School Gym Rules
“DIS” School Rules Season 2 Episode 1: New Middle and High School Gym Rules
"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
Find the Hidden Objects: Gayageum Edition
Find the Hidden Objects: Gayageum Edition
Don’t underestimate scissors. Sure, they lose to rock. But over 40% of players throw paper.
KISAC hosts inaugural Rock, Paper, Scissors tournament
Comic: Catpuccino
Comic: Catpuccino
Spot the Differences: NHD Edition
Spot the Differences: NHD Edition
Teachers caught using confiscated phones
Teachers caught using confiscated phones
Crossword: DIS After School Activities and sports
Crossword: DIS After School Activities and sports
  • October 24-25: HS KISAC JV Girls Volleyball Tournament @DIS
  • October 24-25th: MS/HS KISAC Cross Country @KISJ
  • October 23-25th: HS KISAC HS Varsity Girls & HS Boys Volleyball Tournament @NLCS/KISJ/SJA
  • October 21st, Tuesday: HS Volleyball Friendly Match vs. DMHS @Camp Walker
  • October 16-18th: K-5 DNUE College of English Educaiton: ES Class Observation
  • October 16-18th: MS KISAC MS Soccer Tournament @NLCS/BHA
  • 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
Ava Cho

Ava Cho, Photographer / Designer

Ava, a senior at Daegu International School, loved art and design ever since childhood. She moved to DIS in 9th grade because she decided to study art abroad. In her free time, she loves going to galleries and taking pictures of the city and nature. Music is her biggest inspiration for her art. Due to her interest in art and design, she will take her place as an editor for the yearbook. Ava is looking forward to showing her passion as an illustrator for the Jets Flyover.   



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[Photo] Middle school boys’ volleyball thumps SKAC for back-to-back titles

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[Photo] [Photos] High schoolers bounce their troubles away downtown

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Juan Cortez (number 24) jumps up to pass the high-flying ball. He follows all the way to the end line to give a perfect pass.

[Photo] Volleyball Jets wrap up the season with a strong finals run

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Varsity girls cheer before their last game of the season. Coach Balint and Coach Jolly bring back the energy for their final match. "Jets on three. 1, 2, 3, JETS!"

[Photo] Girls end the season with a bittersweet finale

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[Photo] Jets volleyball girls fly to Camp Walker for a rematch

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[Photos] Cloudy with a chance of pumpkins

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Top Tips On Top-lining

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Artificial Painters Storm the Creative Field

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A Single Test to Determine Your Future

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Jets’ Sports Glide To the Top

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John and Daniel are like bread and butter on stage through years of practice. Photo courtesy of @wave_to_earth on Instagram.

The Next Generation of the K-indie Scene Arrives in Seoul

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Korean Hit Series “Show Me The Money” Spotlights Diamonds in the Rough

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Growing Pains: Puberty, Adolescence, and the Mind

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The Resurgence of Analog Photography in the Digital Era

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Excessive practice under extreme pressure and stress makes trainees question their dream of becoming K-pop idols. Illustration by Ava Cho.

Behind the Scenes of Being a K-pop Trainee

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