• K-5 Key Club Kimchi Event: Saturday, November 30
  • Thanksgiving Break: Thursday & Friday, November 28-29
  • Grades 3-4 Christmas Origami Night: Tuesday, November 26
  • SKAIS STEM Fair: Saturday, November 23
  • High School Student Council Garden Party: Friday, November 22
  • First Day of ASA Season 2: Monday, November 18
  • RSIR Elementary Day Camp: Saturday, November 16
  • Talent Show: Friday, November 15
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Senior Hailey Tzou strums the electric guitar in her Halloween costume. In addition to the music, the band's cute onesies captivate the audience.
Rain or shine, DIS Community Festa thrives
Middle and high schoolers form one large Minion clan in efforts to steal the Moon.
Spooky School Spirit: Jets cap off an unforgettable Spirit Week
Elementary students light up the field as they smile and wave at the drone. It captures the Halloween magic in the air.
Too Ghoul for School: Halloween costumes haunt Spirit Week
Freshman CJ Park belts out the chorus while plucking the melody on his electric guitar. The band’s performance of the song “love.” by wave to earth leaves the audience in love with music.
Jets wrap up Season 1 with a day of jam-packed assemblies
DEIB Consultant Ms. Jessica Wei Huang explains a sample workshop plan she developed. She encourages all participants to come up with their own and implement it during Wednesday all-staff meetings.
DEIB Consultant Jessica Wei Huang returns to DIS for second annual EARCOS Weekend Workshop
Mrs. Gum, impersonating E.T., excitingly pedals her tricycle. Her basket contains all of her materials for work.
Students ditch backpacks for Anything But a Bag Day
Every day, people lose enormous sums, even entire life-savings to such schemes of deceit. Until just 2021, vishing caused a net loss of 3,868,100,000,000 won across Korea.
Don’t fall for the trap: Voice phishing reels in innocent victims
As a foreigner, navigating and fully understanding everything in Korean remains challenging. Yet, Korea offers a vibrant and enriching way of life.
On the outside looking in
Ms. Dennard incorporates her diverse experience into the fifth-grade classroom. She asks question prompts that lead to passionate discussions in the classroom.
Twelve countries and counting: Ms. Dennard’s adventures around the world
Mr. Hortezuela beams with pride as his physics class erupts in applause, astonished by his quick mastery of a challenging physics question. Students attentively listen to every part of his explanation of the answer in detail, afraid to miss a single step of it.
Destiny calls: Mr. Hortezuela’s Korean fated adventure awaits
A name change, though seemingly just a personal decision, often reveals deeper values and beliefs.
Identity at the altar: East and West name selection
Sometimes, even the slightest comments of encouragement might mask a hidden layer of bias and prejudice. Even in cases where people with disabilities might seem to require assistance, wait for them to ask for help instead of assuming they need it.
When awareness fosters stereotypes
Fujino and Kyōmoto enjoy their regular day together with the money they earned by drawing mangas. This scene symbolizes Kyōmoto's character development from a shut-in to a girl who can leave her home to hang out with her friend.
Don’t look back in anger, look back in growth
My trip to the Big Apple
My trip to the Big Apple
The new Illumination franchise is bombarded with negative reviews.
Despicable Me… more like Despicable Meh
Book prices rise over the year, with people expecting the average book price to reach 20,000 won by the year 2024.
Bookworms bewildered by inflation
These six songs will have you smiling all autumn long. But this is just to get you started for this season.
Six songs for your autumn playlist
Apple showcases its newest color “Ultramarine” on this poster that is featured in stores. The iPhone 16, although lacking in innovative functions, attempts to make up for its hefty price tag with its vibrant colors.
Apple’s “It’s Glowtime” doesn’t shine
Recent controversies raise concerns over Korea’s military service and spark debates around gender equality and mental health. Although this social change has cut down the military pool each year, complaints continue to arise.
Korea’s military conscription sparks deep divide
Young girls, especially teens, are the main targets of deepfake technology. With nobody to talk to, they fall into a circle of shame.
Unmasking the truths of stolen faces
The Park Chung Hee statue controversy pits conservatives against the liberals and divides the people of Daegu.
Statue of former president raises eyebrows
Women mistakenly blamed for Korea's declining fertility rates—pressured to focus solely on domestic roles.
Blame game: women bear the brunt of Korea’s birth rate crisis
Many Koreans do not fit in the two 21~23 foundation shades. These four celebrities themselves act as living proof that dark-skinned Koreans exist.
The exclusivity of tone inclusivity
Jets Flyover Staff, 2023~2024. Illustration by Catherine Park.
Farewell from the 2023-2024 Editor-in-Chief
Mrs. Jolly motivates the team post-game, celebrating their victory against FPS. At the same time, she emphasizes the importance of teamwork and resilience.
High school girls’ volleyball bows out early at KISAC
The varsity team celebrates their bronze medal. Although they failed to reach the finals, they wrapped up the tourney with a win and a bronze medal.
High school boys’ volleyball ends the season atop the KISAC podium
Steven Jang and Akari Kojima in sixth grade rock their customized futsal uniform for Sports Day. They love the addition of their names on the back and point at it proudly.
DIS streamlines uniform and jersey purchases through new website
Cross country teams blaze a new trail at KISAC debut
Cross country teams blaze a new trail at KISAC debut
Freshman setter Agnew Kim prepares for a serve receive. She lets her teammate, Sophia Bae, know the timing of the switch for a swift transition from defense to offense.
Varsity and JV girls’ volleyball both take third at SKAIS
The varsity crew stands tall with their three-peat trophy. Being the aggressor, they dominate the tourney and attain the trophy with ease.
High school boys’ volleyball makes waves in Busan
Health Hacks: Episode 1
Health Hacks: Episode 1
Daegu derby
From "A" to Alpha
From “A” to Alpha
Archery on trend
Ready to Teach: 1, 2, 3, ears on me!
“DIS” School Rules ep.1
Daegu derby
From "A" to Alpha
From “A” to Alpha
Archery on trend
Find your future
Find your future
Jet Stream June 14th, 2024
Jet Stream June 14th, 2024
Jet Stream June 7th, 2024
Jet Stream June 7th, 2024
Health Hacks: Episode 1
Health Hacks: Episode 1
Ready to Teach: 1, 2, 3, ears on me!
“DIS” School Rules ep.1
Pet Peeves Unfiltered: Bonnie Kim & Sophie Lee
Pet Peeves Unfiltered: Bonnie Kim & Sophie Lee
Eco-Lution Episode 6: Mass Consumption
Eco-Lution Episode 6: Mass Consumption
Fashion Unfiltered: Bonnie Kim & Sophie Lee
Fashion Unfiltered: Bonnie Kim & Sophie Lee
Students Write Their Own Future. Free Forgery Now!
Jets Tailspin: Students on trial for forging parent’s signatures on permission forms
Comic: Miscreant #1-Faye and Kelly
Comic: Miscreant #1-Faye and Kelly
Comic: Basketball Season
Comic: Basketball Season
Comic: Brainrotcomic
Comic: Brainrotcomic
Identities of these lunch club members are hidden to protect them from university admissions officers.
Jets Tailspin: Tips for starting a lunch club from a student organizer
The Jets Flyover catches up with students and staff about their 2023-2024 goals.
Did you accomplish your goals for this school year?
  • K-5 Key Club Kimchi Event: Saturday, November 30
  • Thanksgiving Break: Thursday & Friday, November 28-29
  • Grades 3-4 Christmas Origami Night: Tuesday, November 26
  • SKAIS STEM Fair: Saturday, November 23
  • High School Student Council Garden Party: Friday, November 22
  • First Day of ASA Season 2: Monday, November 18
  • RSIR Elementary Day Camp: Saturday, November 16
  • Talent Show: Friday, November 15
The Student News Site of Daegu International School

Jets Flyover
The Student News Site of Daegu International School

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Elena Lee

Elena Lee, Writer and Illustrator

Elena Lee returns to the Flyover as a freshman. She dedicated her time to volleyball and the local Samsung Lions. When she takes a day off from sports, she loves mystery novels and K-dramas as a way to unwind. Elena pens sports articles, plus she hopes to sink her teeth into social commentary. Geopolitics also figures into Elena’s life, as she tests out Model United Nations for the first time this year. 

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Mrs. Jolly motivates the team post-game, celebrating their victory against FPS. At the same time, she emphasizes the importance of teamwork and resilience.

High school girls’ volleyball bows out early at KISAC

Annie Cho and Elena Lee
November 13, 2024
Freshman setter Agnew Kim prepares for a serve receive. She lets her teammate, Sophia Bae, know the timing of the switch for a swift transition from defense to offense.

Varsity and JV girls’ volleyball both take third at SKAIS

Annie Cho and Elena Lee
October 29, 2024
Apple Jun (7) pins Belle Kim (30) with precise positioning and prepares for the incoming play. Her quick reaction and focus allows for a swift transition from defense to offense.

JV girls’ volleyball shines with double victory at Camp Walker

Annie Cho and Elena Lee
October 14, 2024
JV captain Dana Lee (3) leaps off the ground to warm up her spikes before the game. Her focus and energy set the tone for the team's pre-match preparation.

High school girls’ volleyball clinches first-ever win over DMHS

Annie Cho and Elena Lee
September 25, 2024
Eighth-graders Minji Kim, Elena Lee, and Sally Yun celebrate "the best performance of their lives." Although they did not advance to the finals, they ended their middle school journey with a bang in Washington D.C.

[Photo] DIS reaches finals for the first time in nearly a decade

Annie Cho, Section Editor
August 25, 2024
Small forward Luisa Silva (20) holds tight until her teammates come for help. Her aggressiveness scares the Bears away.

DIS Jets finish last despite home-court advantage

Elena Lee, Writer and Illustrator
May 30, 2024
Agnew Kim and Lydia Cameron smiles in glee by the buffet's endless feast. Kim grabs a mouthful of Vietnamese rice noodles.

[Photo] Eighth-graders gather in Gyeongju to celebrate life milestone

Kaylie Jeong, Writer
May 21, 2024
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

Elena Lee, Writer and Illustrator
April 25, 2024
The middle school girls hold their trophy with pride. Their hard work and effort pays off.

Girls’ varsity volleyball secures SKAC trophy amidst player shifts

Elena Lee, Writer and Illustrator
March 18, 2024
Jayden Lee in eighth grade easily dribbles through the defenders and makes a goal. The crowd cheers in excitement.

Middle school futsal teams thrive amidst unexpected ups and downs

Elena Lee and Alex Seo
January 11, 2024
Coach Gall calls for a huddle. His inspirational pep talk before the intense game gets the Jets' hearts pumping. Photo courtesy of Ms. Katie Shin.

Middle school girls secure second place & boys take home a big win

Elena Lee and Alex Seo
November 14, 2023
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Elena’s Eats: Souffle pancakes

Elena Lee, Writer and Illustrator
November 2, 2023
Elena's Eats: Chocolate chip muffins

Elena’s Eats: Chocolate chip muffins

Elena Lee and Leanne Yoon
October 16, 2023
Elena's Eats: Greek yogurt bark

Elena’s Eats: Greek yogurt bark

Elena Lee and Jessica Woo
September 21, 2023
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