ANNOUNCEMENTS
  • SKAC ES Basketball Divisional @DIS on May 4th.
  • No school on May 1st.
  • Mini College Fair on April 22nd from 9:20-9:40.
  • Don't forget your spirit shirts on Friday.
The Student News Site of Daegu International School

Jets Flyover
Daegu International School's student news site
Second graders Yian Chang and Leo Yun craft a paper airplane with the support of Mr. Gum. The younger Jets created yet another aerial masterpiece.
Art meets entertainment through Totoro-themed Origami Night
Ms. Lualhati dives into elasticity through the scientific lens. Her unique approach opens up new minds.
TEDxYouth stretches young minds
Mr. Bae instructs 4th graders about the specific depth that the potatoes have to be planted in. This process ensures the robust foundation of the sapling.
Daegu’s greatest green thumb receives high honor
Yujun Piao tries out his AI Avatar before his groups turn to present. Yujun had a lot of fun with this project since it allowed him to experiment in the field of robotics.
Freshmen interpret books through AI and robotics
Yangro-Won Photo Service Club members Ryan Oh, Lewis Kim, and Jackson Chiang in 11th grade spread smiles across seniors faces while taking memorial pictures.
From lens to legacy
Fifth graders Aiden Hwang and Akari Kojima design their very own turtle. Hwang carefully glues the bottle caps onto the cardboard, adding final touches. Kojima lends him a hand.
Greenpeace pops off bottle caps
Hwa-byung, a somatoform disorder native to Korea, plagues the lives of individuals who cant express themselves under the countrys Confucianist culture that values respect and conformity over freedom and individualism. 
Time to put out the fire on Hwa-Byung
Mrs. Je squats down to take a photo with her favorite animal – a golden retriever. She met the dog in front of a Gukbap restaurant. Photo courtesy of Mrs. Je.
Mrs. Je’s Journey: Student-teacher to dedicated educator
Solo Sanctuary or Social Suite
Solo Sanctuary or Social Suite
Mr. and Mrs. Vis happily greet the DIS community.
Movember, Madagascar, and Married Life with Mr. and Mrs. Vis
Bus attendants Yong Suk Han and Jin Seon Hong stand outside to interact with the students when After School Activities ends.
Don’t throw them under the bus
Everyone adores a sappy love story, but its even better when its about the people around you!
And That’s How I Met My Better Half
Illustration by Sally Yun.
Prisoners of Geography — fortune teller from 2015
Modern day shoegaze inspired by My Bloody Valentine’s Loveless.
Highlights: Alternative darlings of the 21st century
Media imposes absurd beauty standards on young teens. The growing trend in early usage of social media and easy access of various content plays a significant role in social development.
#TikTokraisedme
A Starry Voyage into Space with Grace Ryland
A Starry Voyage into Space with Grace Ryland
No Place Like Home: Back to Denmark
No Place Like Home: Back to Denmark
iPhone 15 Pro depletes the glossy finish of iPhone 14 Pro. Courtesy of GSMArena.
Tech showdown: iPhone 15 Pro vs iPhone 14 Pro
Although largely homogeneous, many international schools portray a different picture on their advertisements to attract potential clients.
Blatant tokenism in international school marketing counters principles of DEIB
Should we hit the brakes on retakes?
Should we hit the brakes on retakes?
Flyover editors take the Hogwarts test together. Luna, Selina, and Jessica belong in Slytherin, and Dylan and Cath belong in Ravenclaw.
Jets Flyover Staff Poll 2024
These messages, perpetuated by Tate, serve as an example of the hateful messages spread to the youth and vulnerable.
The manosphere plagues Korean males through social media
What’s the best dish you’ve ever prepared?
What’s the best dish you’ve ever prepared?
The Trouble with Textbooks
The Trouble with Textbooks
Striker Ethan Rossmeisl leaps above the 6 footer to win the header. His unrivaled vertical gives him the ability to out-jump opposing players.
Jets get the ball rolling against DMHS
Agnew Kim (number 25) pins her teammate for a quick transition to attack from defense. She sets the ball up high after a balanced receive for the hitters to smash.
Middle school girls return from Jeju with medals around their necks
Students, student coaches, teachers, and parents look forward to next years DIS volleyball cup. Laughter fills the gym as the camera shutters as the crowd goes back home, satisfied with the event.
Elementary athletes serve up some fun
Sophomore Ali Karam jumps for joy as junior Harrison Sung celebrates Alis monster goal. The boys soak up the rain but they seem happy to escape indoor play for the last few minutes of practice.
Soccer season kicks off with an early start
After they secured the ticket to the semis, the Jets shook hands with NLCS players. DIS stayed humble and respectful regardless of the outcome.
Jets volleyball ends the season with a KISAC trophy
After a steal, Juan Cortez (number 19) goes for a fast break and pushes towards the basket. HIS defender hustles back and attempts a hard block. Juan manages to shoulder the opponent and go up for a strong layup.
Varsity basketball seizes the crown in Gyeongnam
Guess the Objects
Guess the Objects
Ms. Nagy shows the class her compatibility chart — ESTJs gets an F and ESTPs an A.
Jets Tailspin: Teachers start giving PowerSchool grades based on MBTI scores.
Miss Downie’s name is not Miss. It’s Nicole!
Jets Tailspin: Elementary schoolers’ minds blown — they find teachers have first names too
Comic: The Struggling Senior
Comic: The Struggling Senior
Which dog breed am I?
Which dog breed am I?
Comic: Best Senior Privileges
Comic: Best Senior Privileges
From Glitter to Goo: Science Fun Night
From Glitter to Goo: Science Fun Night
Explore the ingenuity of our middle and high school students as Anna, Kate, Raina, and Luna take you through the SKAC Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Fair, held at DIS. Selected participants competed and unveiled their scientific endeavors, offering a glimpse into their innovative minds.
Cutting-Edge Kitchen
Science Spectacle: SKAC STEM Fair
Science Spectacle: SKAC STEM Fair
Jet Stream April 19th, 2024
Jet Stream April 19th, 2024
Juan on Wang Episode 3: Ping Pong
Juan on Wang Episode 3: Ping Pong
Clicks and Balances: Navigating Screen Time
Clicks and Balances: Navigating Screen Time
ANNOUNCEMENTS
  • SKAC ES Basketball Divisional @DIS on May 4th.
  • No school on May 1st.
  • Mini College Fair on April 22nd from 9:20-9:40.
  • 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
Christine Park

Christine Park, Illustrator

After years of persuasion from her peers that sparked intrinsic motivation, Christine Park finally enters Journalism as a senior. Chris’s greatest passion revolves around the field of art and anime. Her role as the president of the National Art Honors Society and Visual Arts Club proves the enthusiasm she bears for artistry. As the new illustrator for the Jets Flyover, Chris is eager to dive into journalism and share her artwork and comics with a wider audience.

All content by Christine Park
Although largely homogeneous, many international schools portray a different picture on their advertisements to attract potential clients.

[Photo] Blatant tokenism in international school marketing counters principles of DEIB

Editorial Board
April 24, 2024
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[Photo] Should we hit the brakes on retakes?

Eugene Sung, Writer
April 23, 2024
Jason Choi in first grade holds up a potato while learning about different usages of potatoes. He realizes that the work he does serves an important purpose.

[Photo] Daegu’s greatest green thumb receives high honor

Andrew Shim, Writer
April 16, 2024
Modern day shoegaze inspired by My Bloody Valentine’s Loveless.

[Photo] Highlights: Alternative darlings of the 21st century

Nadia Woo, Writer
March 31, 2024
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[Photo] The manosphere plagues Korean males through social media

Selina Son, Section Editor
March 27, 2024
Media imposes absurd beauty standards on young teens. The growing trend in early usage of social media and easy access of various content plays a significant role in social development.

[Photo] #TikTokraisedme

Sally Lee, Writer
March 25, 2024
All-star player Apple Jun zooms past the D for a layup. The turnover narrows the score gap between the two teams. It serves as a stepping stone for a chance to win the match.

[Photo] Basketball Jets clinch third in SKAC for two consecutive years

Annie Cho and Bonnie Kim
March 19, 2024
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[Photo] No Place Like Home: Back to Denmark

Elisa Triolo, Writer and Illustrator
March 18, 2024
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[Photo] School of Rock: DIS teachers share the bands that make the grade

Nadia Woo, Writer
March 4, 2024
Illustration by Christine Park.

[Photo] School of Rock: DIS teachers share the bands that make the grade

March 4, 2024
Previously, the carrot knife could only be purchased by those 14 years of age or older. As stores started handing the toy to children without an ID check, the Office of Education started to enforce such previous laws and even issued its ban in academic environments.

[Photo] Joy and safety in the balance due to children’s toy craze

Raina Lee, Multimedia Director
February 27, 2024
As social media outlets AAVE as slang, privilege becomes evident as non-POCs can often gain followers from this dialect while children who speak AAVE face ridicule.

[Photo] Discrimination Dialogue: African American Vernacular English buried under the misappropriation of Gen-Z slang

Leanne Yoon and Selina Son
February 26, 2024
The type of occupation also matters in the leniency on tattoos. Depending on the job, employers view body art as inappropriate or tolerable.

[Photo] The pen is mightier than the sword

Serena Travers, Writer
February 20, 2024
Tattooists have gained support through various media such as Facebook TikTok, X, and Instagram. Graphic by Christine Park.

[Photo] Rising from the shadows: A deeper look into South Korea’s “illegal” tattoo artists

Nadia Woo, Writer
February 18, 2024
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[Photo] Bleak outlook for Lions 2024 season

Jessica Woo, Managing Editor
February 15, 2024
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[Photo] My Music Resolutions for 2024

Nadia Woo, Writer
January 31, 2024
Evangelion’s Asuka and Jolene Kujoh from Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure tune in to “Goodbye Julia”.

[Photo] Iconic Anime OSTs

Nadia Woo, Writer
January 17, 2024
Comic: Best Senior Privileges

Comic: Best Senior Privileges

Christine Park, Illustrator
January 31, 2024
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[Photo] Phony stars invade your phone

Serena Travers, Writer
January 23, 2024
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[Photo] Pesky plague invades Korean public transport

Elisa Triolo and Leanne Yoon
January 23, 2024
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[Photo] [Photos] Spotlight on students at the Winter Assemblies

Andrew Shim, Writer
January 15, 2024
The media sensationalizes green energy and recycling as a solution to the climate crisis. However, this poses further concerns such as deforestation.

[Photo] The Uncomfortable Truth About Sustainability

Jerome Kwon, Writer
January 15, 2024
Although well-intended, the advisory period at DIS often bores many due to its superficial content.

[Photo] Advising Advisory

Eugene Sung, Writer
January 11, 2024
Many elders, especially those who grew up during the economys dark ages, fail to recognize the atrocities that the dogs go through until they end up in boshintang.

[Photo] Barking up the right tree

Catherine Park, Editor in Chief
January 9, 2024
To commemorate the end of 2023, a year jam-packed with new releases from games to webtoons to anime, the Jets Flyover Staff bring you their top picks.

2023: Flyover Staff Picks

Catherine Park, Dylan Wang, Luna Kang, Jessica Woo, Andrew Shim, Ethan Rossmeisl, Eugene Sung, Elisa Triolo, Selina Son, Serena Travers, Nadia Woo, and Christine Park
December 13, 2023
Everyone adores a sappy love story, but its even better when its about the people around you!

[Photo] And That’s How I Met My Better Half

Sally Lee, Writer
December 5, 2023
As ChatGPT achieves an unignorable presence in the education industry, DIS takes steps to decide its artificial intelligence policy.

[Photo] Spotlight: AI’s Influence on Education

Elisa Triolo, Writer
November 27, 2023
Illustration by Christine Park

[Photo] What is your opinion on the Suneung (수능)?

Serena Travers and Raina Lee
November 18, 2023
Tanghulu, a popular snack originating in China, gathers a long line of children eager to bite into the crispy, sweet goodness. However, under the tasty snack lies serious health concerns.

[Photo] Tanghulu lands in a sticky situation

Kaylie Jeong, Writer
November 17, 2023
DIS Crossword 3: Spirit Week

DIS Crossword 3: Spirit Week

Christine Park, Illustrator
November 2, 2023
SOAR hashed over racial slurs in our community in Octobers SOARing Discussion.

Discrimination Dialogue: Racial Slurs

Leanne Yoon, Selina Son, Catherine Park, and Christine Park
October 29, 2023
DIS Crossword 2

DIS Crossword 2

Christine Park, Illustrator
October 23, 2023
One Piece marks the top of editor-in-chief Catherine Parks list of must-watch anime due to is three-dimensional characters and dynamic storyline.

[Photo] One Piece: Round Two

Catherine Park and Leanne Yoon
October 22, 2023
Korean MZs and conservative elders clash on the values of Chuseok, a traditional holiday.

[Photo] Modern dilemma throws a wrench into Korean tradition

Jerome Kwon, Leanne Yoon, and Catherine Park
October 16, 2023
Kyla Ahn in fifth grade swiftly changes direction to lose the defender on her back.

[Photo] Elementary schoolers win big in season kickoff

Annie Cho and Luna Kang
October 12, 2023
DIS switches things up for the 23-24 academic year and shifts the Talent Show, originally an end-of-year custom, to the middle of the first trimester.

[Photo] Talent Show shifts to first semester

Andrew Shim, Luna Kang, Catherine Park, and Leanne Yoon
October 12, 2023
DIS Crossword 1

DIS Crossword 1

Christine Park, Illustrator
October 11, 2023
Contrary to the rich, goodie-to-shoes reputation students of international schools have, many fall to the seduction of alcohol and tobacco.

[Photo] The bitter truth of substance use among Korean teens

Eugene Sung, Leanne Yoon, Dylan Wang, Catherine Park, and Luna Kang
October 11, 2023
Many Koreans lack knowledge on pronouns and express their hostility toward the novel concept.

[Photo] How linguistics affect pronouns

Selina Son, Dylan Wang, Leanne Yoon, and Catherine Park
October 3, 2023
The Korean government faces a dilemma as birth rates plummet and prejudice against foreigners rules out immigration as a viable solution.

[Photo] NIMBYism compounds fertility rate crisis

Jerome Kwon, Jessica Woo, Leanne Yoon, and Catherine Park
October 3, 2023
Oppenheimer, although not everyones cup of tea, captures historical nuances in an awe-inspiring film.

[Photo] On the Oppenheimer Obsession

Elisa Triolo, Dylan Wang, Catherine Park, and Jessica Woo
September 21, 2023
In Korea, especially Daegu, one of the most conservative cities in the nations, many lack basic knowledge about gender pronouns.

[Photo] She/Him/Themself: What’s/the/deal?

Selina Son, Leanne Yoon, and Catherine Park
September 19, 2023
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