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Elena Kim and Evelyn Choi in first grade grade boast their friendship with a coordinated heart. Their bond helps them relax before their choir performance.
[Photos] Young minds share culture and creativity through artwork and music
Immersed in vibrant, intricate ceramic designs, students stand in awe. They share observations and reflections on the craftsmanship behind each piece.
[Photos] Spring Fine Arts Festival delivers a farewell of fashion, music, and creativity
Freshly emerged from its cocoon, CJC Jr. pauses to dry its wings. Its delicate details showcase the intricate beauty of nature. Photo courtesy of Mr. Coleman.
Not your typical pets: beetles and caterpillars join the class
The final four gear up for one last game of strategy and skill while coordinator Ms. Wang adeptly manages the round.
Rummikub tournament levels up
The Mini Jets show off their hard-earned mastery. Their dynamic moves amaze everyone in the audience – not only the fellow students but also teachers and parents.
[Photos] Elementary assembly closes the year with talent, cheers and celebration
Colin Ji, with precision finger picking, grunts his “guitar face” while losing himself in the song "Don't stop me now" by Queen. He recreates the '70s classic with his fellow GS25 members.
[Photos] Jam-packed secondary assembly closes the year with a bang 
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
Tanish ruminates about how his differences separate him from the group. Although he has grown up in Korea, he can't help but feel like an outsider.
Lost in translation, trapped in transition
Mr. Park stands en guards, holding a stable and composed stance, ready to thrust his baton at the oncoming traffic.
From national security to child safety
Legislative chair Yujun Piao tunes into freshman Michelle Kim's opinions. He encourages her to fill out the Student Union Opinion Form to transform her concerns into reality.
Student Union empowers voice through representation
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
An atrociously long line awaited me when I first arrived at the site. Thankfully, the registration process for the pop-up store entry took only a short amount of time; nonetheless, I had to wait for more than an hour to receive the message to enter.
Ditto-themed pop-up store lets enthusiasts down with poor management
Pachinko’s journey of survival through prejudice and poverty
Pachinko’s journey of survival through prejudice and poverty
Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton zooms past the crowd. He chases his replacement at Mercedes— rookie Kimi Antonelli. Each driver is discerned by their helmet and number.
From the screen to the track: A Formula One Guide
Mutsumi and Mortis, the "alters" of the protagonist's DID system, possess vastly different personalities. Although the difference brews conflict at first, the two identities harmoniousy blend in the end.
The anime “BanG Dream! Ave Mujica – The Die is Cast” portrays dissociative identity disorder with respect
Environmental impacts creep into the realm of K-pop as industry standards promote wasteful practices.
K-pop’s anti-environmental encore: The show must go on, but at what cost?
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
Korea’s top delivery giant feasts on bankrupt kitchens and inflated menus.
The Hunger Games of Korean delivery
Dozens of students flood the crosswalk, their weary steps dragging after a long day of hagwon classes, finally heading home at 10 p.m.
Stolen youth: Korea’s medical school obsession sacrifices health and happiness
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
The JV team laughs in triumph on top of the podium, celebrating their win. Despite a freshman-based squad, juniors William Seok (number 8) and Robert Cho (number 18) led them to victory through leadership.
Varsity enters the finals for first time in years and JV tops the podium
"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
(Elisa Triolo)
Comic: The broken trophy
(Eisa Triolo)
Comic: The language barrier
Comic: Miscreant #12- "Great advice"
Comic: Miscreant #12- “Great advice”
Comic: Miscreant #11- "Gotta love that feeling"
Comic: Miscreant #11- “Gotta love that feeling”
Student caught using ChatGPT to write appreciation letters, teachers didn’t mind 
Student caught using ChatGPT to write appreciation letters, teachers didn’t mind 
Yearbook Staff: What is your favorite photo that you took this year?
Yearbook Staff: What is your favorite photo that you took this year?
  • Thursday, June 12: Last Day of School - Early Release @11:30
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The Student News Site of Daegu International School

Jets Flyover
The Student News Site of Daegu International School

Jets Flyover
Grace Chae

Grace Chae, Managing Editor

Grace Chae is a senior who works as the managing editor for the Jets Flyover Team. After working as a writer for a semester, she found interest in editing, and this year, she hopes to be able to help other writers improve their pieces. In her free time, she enjoys reading books, watching movies, and hanging out with her friends. She is excited to work with the team and bring interesting topics to the DIS community this year and most importantly, she looks forward to another exciting year.

All content by Grace Chae
Photo by 2ruda.

Middle and High School Students Cap Off the Year with the Spring Fine Arts Festival

Andrew Shim, Catherine Park, Luna Kang, Dylan Wang, and Grace Chae
June 7, 2023
Masa carefully sorts through the alphabet beads to string together the perfect combination. Photo by Catherine Park.

Find LOVE with Beaded Bracelets

Andrew Shim, Luna Kang, Catherine Park, and Grace Chae
May 31, 2023
Illustration by Sophie Lee.

My Trip to Taiwan

Leewen Wang, Dylan Wang, and Grace Chae
May 30, 2023
Chris locks arms to steal the ball from a HIS striker. Photo by Juan Cortez.

High School Futsal: Boys Battle it Out & Girls Make it to the Semis

Juan Cortez, Sarah Lee, Ricky Jang, Jade Lee, and Grace Chae
May 24, 2023
The crowd oohed and aahed as the fire swept across the stage. Photo by Catherine Park.

Let the Festivities Begin

Solah Han, Jessica Woo, Grace Chae, and Elizabeth Ryu
May 19, 2023
Participants commemorate the perceptive discussion with a group photo. Photo by Betty Lee.

SOAR Invites a Special Guest to Their Latest Discussion

Annie Cho, Leanne Yoon, Jessica Woo, Grace Chae, and Elizabeth Ryu
May 15, 2023
Pyo and Joseph show off their newly added rainbow shoelaces. Photo by Raina Lee.

Rainbow Shoelaces Support the LGBTQ+ Community

Raina Lee, Luna Kang, Leanne Yoon, and Grace Chae
May 14, 2023
Jason brings up the ball, calling out which play to run. Photo by Ricky Jang.

Boys Aim for the Triple Crown and Girls Hope for a Strong Finish

Jane Nam, Ricky Jang, Leanne Yoon, Grace Chae, and Catherine Park
May 10, 2023
The seniors tie their three-legged race ribbons to their wrists and celebrate yet another victory. Photo by Leo Lee.

High Schoolers Execute a Noteworthy Night as the Year Winds Down

Jimin Shin, Apple Jun, Leanne Yoon, Jessica Woo, and Grace Chae
May 9, 2023
8th graders pile up on each other on the soccer field before the tug-of-war. Photo by Ricky Jang and Dylan Wang.

[Photos] Spring Kicks Off with the Middle School Social

Sophie Lee, Leanne Yoon, Elizabeth Ryu, Grace Chae, and Catherine Park
May 8, 2023
A graphic design completely described and directed by ChatGPT. Transcribed by CJ Park.

Revolutionary AI Language Model Changes the Game

CJ Park, Leanne Yoon, Grace Chae, Jade Lee, and Jessica Woo
May 8, 2023
Mr. Jolly and Mr. Chae share a handshake in honor of signing the memorandum of understanding(MOU). Photo by Leanne Yoon.

3.14 Co. Brings Kamibots to DIS

Leanne Yoon, Grace Chae, and Dylan Wang
May 1, 2023
Illustration by Sophie Lee.

MBTI Mania

Sophie Lee, Grace Chae, Luna Kang, and Catherine Park
April 24, 2023
Elementary schoolers decorate the sky with vibrant colors. Photo by Ms. Katie.

SOAR Celebrates with Flying Colors

Annie Cho, Leanne Yoon, Grace Chae, and Catherine Park
April 18, 2023
The president of the Dong-gu Council of Women interacts with walkers while selling the special Palgongsan trademarks.

Troubled Farmers Find Financial Support at 4th Minari Sale

Jane Nam, Grace Chae, Leanne Yoon, and Elizabeth Ryu
April 16, 2023
Ajin and Tanushkaa read out loud a question from the capsule they found while hunting for treasures together. Photo by Helen Rho.

Elementary Students Learn Traditional Korean Art

Andrew Shim, Luna Kang, Grace Chae, and Elizabeth Ryu
April 16, 2023
Tina and Esther proudly present their Vlog project about children rights to Kevin. Photo by Ms. Morissette.

Little by Little, a Little Becomes a Lot

Juan Cortez, Grace Chae, and Elizabeth Ryu
April 11, 2023
Tommy assists the hardworking members of CSCC. Photo by Anna Yoon.

Competition Clubs Dominate ASA Registration

Andrew Shim, Grace Chae, and Elizabeth Ryu
April 9, 2023
Drama club's stage managers take the curtain call. Photo by Solah Han.

[Photos] Lights, Camera, Action: It’s Showtime

Leanne Yoon, Solah Han, Elizabeth Ryu, and Grace Chae
March 29, 2023
A colorful banner counts down the weeks left until prom on the second-floor stairwell. According to Prom Committee members, the purpose behind the visual banner is to create excitement and engagement for a more successful event. Photo by Raina Lee.

Prom Committee Hashes Out Big Plans

Raina Lee, Elizabeth Ryu, and Grace Chae
March 29, 2023
Chapter 2

Chapter 2

Sally Lee, Elizabeth Ryu, Grace Chae, and Luna Kang
March 23, 2023
Instagram Post by Solah Han.

SOAR Speaks Up for Southeast Asians in Korea

Leanne Yoon, Solah Han, Catherine Park, and Grace Chae
March 22, 2023
Official poster of “Even If This Love Disappears from the World Tonight.” Photo courtesy of WeXpats.

Movie Review: Even If This Love Disappears from the World Tonight

Serena Travers, Catherine Park, Grace Chae, and Elizabeth Ryu
March 20, 2023
Illustration by Ava Cho.

Artificial Painters Storm the Creative Field

Jane Nam, Catherine Park, Elizabeth Ryu, Grace Chae, and Ava Cho
March 14, 2023
Photo courtesy of 9th graders.

[Photos] Middle and High Schoolers Break the Ice at High1

Jane Nam, Luna Kang, and Grace Chae
March 13, 2023
6th graders measure the flour with precision on a digital scale. Photo by Jimin Shin.

Loaves Baked with Love

Jimin Shin, Elizabeth Ryu, Grace Chae, and Jade Lee
March 8, 2023
Daniel throws himself up to the ball, attempting to save the point. Photo by Luna Kang.

Elementary Volleyball Competes at the Final Showdown

Juan Cortez, Grace Chae, and Catherine Park
March 8, 2023
In Korea, pedestrians often misjudge dogs and perceive them as agressive regardless of size.

Don’t Bark at My Dog

Catherine Park, Jade Lee, Grace Chae, and Elizabeth Ryu
March 6, 2023
All delegates from the DIS team received at least one trophy. Photo by Daehyun Jeong.

Small Delegation Brings Big Surprises

Apple Jun, Annie Cho, Leanne Yoon, Jade Lee, and Grace Chae
March 2, 2023
All leaders of the three Girl Scouts gather at DIS to share their traditions. Photo by Raina Lee.

Young Global Leaders Intermingle at DIS

Raina Lee, Grace Chae, and Elizabeth Ryu
February 28, 2023
Illustration by Solah Han.

Mainstream Media and Its Obsession with Gaslighting

Apple Jun, Jessica Woo, Catherine Park, Jade Lee, Grace Chae, and Solah Han
February 28, 2023
Illustration by Ava Cho.

Jets’ Sports Glide To the Top

Juan Cortez, Ava Cho, and Grace Chae
February 23, 2023
Illustration by CJ Park.

I Didn’t Quite Catch Your Name

CJ Park, Jessica Woo, Luna Kang, Jade Lee, Elizabeth Ryu, and Grace Chae
February 16, 2023
Lisa fights through the intense defense against FPS. Photo by Grace Chae.

High School Girls Go 2-1, but the Boys Drop the Ball

Ricky Jang, Sarah Lee, and Grace Chae
February 15, 2023
Graphic by Jade Lee and Grace Chae.

Minors v. the K-pop Industry

Serena Travers, Luna Kang, Grace Chae, Elizabeth Ryu, and Jade Lee
February 15, 2023
Graphic by Apple Jun and Solah Han.

Menstruation Station: Making a Change

Apple Jun, Leanne Yoon, Jodie Lee, Grace Chae, and Jade Lee
February 13, 2023
Objectors voice their "strong dissatisfaction" to Daegu Authority on the topic of Palgongsan's potential transformation.

The Ongoing Protests at Palgongsan: Everything You Need to Know

Grace Chae, Elizabeth Ryu, Catherine Park, and Jade Lee
February 9, 2023
Joseph proudly shows off his self made slime. Photo by Lisa Seok.

[Photos] Young Scientists Run the Gamut

Andrew Shim, Catherine Park, Grace Chae, Elizabeth Ryu, and Jodie Lee
February 9, 2023
The Creative Writing class and Haeseo students showcase their storybooks. Photo by Ricky Jang.

Seniors Gift Personal Stories to Local Elementary School Students

Ricky Jang, Catherine Park, Elizabeth Ryu, Jade Lee, and Grace Chae
February 8, 2023
Haydn and Manny jump up for a monster block. Photo by Anna Tzou.

Boys Go Undefeated, Girls Play Without a Starter

Dylan Wang, Juan Cortez, Jade Lee, and Grace Chae
February 8, 2023
Illustration by Ella Kim.

Adorned Realness for Entertainment

Jane Nam, Catherine Park, Elizabeth Ryu, Grace Chae, Jade Lee, and Ella Kim
February 2, 2023
Illustration by Solah Han.

Old Habits Die Hard

Leanne Yoon, Catherine Park, Jade Lee, Grace Chae, and Solah Han
February 2, 2023
Theories of Emotion Diagram by Catherine Park

E+MOTION; Getting a Hang on How Moods Shift

Luna Kang, Catherine Park, Jade Lee, Jessica Woo, and Grace Chae
January 31, 2023
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

Ava Cho, Nadia Woo, Jade Lee, Grace Chae, Catherine Park, and Jodie Lee
January 19, 2023
DIS Artists Display Ceramics, Portfolios, Paintings and Fabrications in the Jetnasium

DIS Artists Display Ceramics, Portfolios, Paintings and Fabrications in the Jetnasium

Andrew Shim, Juan Cortez, Luna Kang, Grace Chae, and Elizabeth Ryu
January 17, 2023
All elementary students gather together for a grand finale of the concert. Photo by Jane Nam.

Get the Show on the Road

Jane Nam, Catherine Park, Jade Lee, Grace Chae, and Elizabeth Ryu
January 17, 2023
Graphic By Oliver Park.

NOTHING Makes Something

Oliver Park, Jessica Woo, Jodie Lee, Elizabeth Ryu, Jade Lee, and Grace Chae
January 16, 2023
The Jetnasium fills with an enthusiastic air as parents proudly tune in to the performance of their children. Photo by 2RUDA.

Musicians Wrap up the Winter Fine Arts Festival with a Double Surprise

Jane Nam, Grace Chae, Jade Lee, Catherine Park, and Jodie Lee
January 15, 2023
The mesmerizing geometric patterns were laid out at the gym for display. Photo by Yugi Ahn.

Young Picassos Express Themselves Through Abstract Artwork

Andrew Shim, Elizabeth Ryu, and Grace Chae
January 12, 2023
What do you want from Santa this year?

What do you want from Santa this year?

Luna Kang, Serena Travers, Raina Lee, Grace Chae, and Jade Lee
December 15, 2022
The Anker Soundcore Life P2 comes in three colors. Photo courtesy of Soundcore.

Top 8 Best Tech Products for the 2022 Holidays

Oliver Park, Elizabeth Ryu, Grace Chae, Catherine Park, and Jade Lee
December 15, 2022
Photo courtesy of Windows on Worlds.

2022: Flyover Staff Picks

Ricky Jang, Dylan Wang, Jane Nam, Luna Kang, Serena Travers, Catherine Park, Helen Rho, Sarah Lee, Grace Chae, Jade Lee, Elizabeth Ryu, and Jodie Lee
December 14, 2022
Design by Kyle Lee.

5 Tips to Increase Confidence

Victoria Kang, Kyle Lee, Grace Chae, Elizabeth Ryu, Jessica Woo, and Jodie Lee
December 14, 2022
Illustration by Sophie Lee.

Xtra Xmas

Sophie Lee, Jessica Woo, Elizabeth Ryu, and Grace Chae
December 13, 2022
Mainstream reality show, "Show Me The Money" introduces homegrown Korean talent to the national and global hip-hop scene.

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

Dylan Wang, Ava Cho, Catherine Park, Jade Lee, and Grace Chae
December 7, 2022
Madeleine passionately shares her experimentation notes to Harika. Photo by Anna Tzou.

It IS Rocket Science

Andrew Shim, Catherine Park, Grace Chae, Jade Lee, and Jodie Lee
December 6, 2022
Most hotels also incorporate scent marketing, which promotes brand deals with signature amenities. Photo courtesy of Nikkei Asia.

Smell Sells

Grace Chae, Elizabeth Ryu, and Jade Lee
December 5, 2022
Mr. Roberts and Ms. Macomber says “Goodbye” to the DIS community. Photo by Youni Choi.

Introducing Two Student Teachers: Mr. Roberts and Ms. Macomber

Youni Choi, Luna Kang, Grace Chae, and Jade Lee
November 29, 2022
Above are MRI scans of a student who respectively looked at photos of her favorite K-pop star (right) and her boyfriend (left). The contrasts in brain activity, caused by the mPFC (a part of our brain linked to the perception of self) and other love hormones such as oxytocin, between the two results prove how much attachment fans feel for their favorite artist. Photo courtesy of SBS.

Popping Up Like K-pop

Serena Travers, Catherine Park, Elizabeth Ryu, Jade Lee, and Grace Chae
November 27, 2022
Saxophonist (Kim Ji Seok), Trumpeter (Choi Gyu-Min), and Trombonist (Im Gyeong-Hwan) from the Maria Kim Jazz Collective show off their immense talent on stage. Photo by Jade Lee.

Jazz Festival at Suseong Lake Leaves the Audience “Feeling Good”

Jade Lee, Grace Chae, and Elizabeth Ryu
November 17, 2022
Joseph fights for the ball against the ISB player, fiercely dribbling across the field. Photo by Aiden Chae.

Elementary Futsal Teams Bring Trophies Back from Busan

Ricky Jang, Juan Cortez, Luna Kang, Grace Chae, and Jade Lee
November 16, 2022
Leanne clenches her core to hang onto the Cadillac. Photo provided by Leanne Yoon.

Polish Your Posture with Pilates

Leanne Yoon, Grace Chae, Jodie Lee, and Jade Lee
November 15, 2022
Illustration by Ava Cho.

Growing Pains: Puberty, Adolescence, and the Mind

Raina Lee, Ava Cho, Luna Kang, Catherine Park, Grace Chae, and Elizabeth Ryu
November 13, 2022
Graphic by Jane.

Every Genre, Conflict, and Perspective All at Once

Jane Nam, Elizabeth Ryu, Jade Lee, and Grace Chae
November 9, 2022
Students chase after the ball in an intense futsal game. Photo by Sankeeth Udayakumar.

ECC Rooftop Turfed with Upgraded Futsal Field

Leewen Wang, Jessica Woo, Elizabeth Ryu, Grace Chae, and Jade Lee
November 9, 2022
8th graders take a break from the tug-of-war to show their elation. Photo by Jackson Chiang.

[Photos] Halloween Bash Knocks the Socks Off the Middle Schoolers

Juan Cortez and Grace Chae
November 7, 2022
Graphic by Ava Cho.

The Resurgence of Analog Photography in the Digital Era

Aiden Chae, Luna Kang, Grace Chae, Jade Lee, Ava Cho, and Catherine Park
November 3, 2022
Physics students recorded the pumpkin drop from down below. Photo by Solah Han.

Physics Class Celebrates the Third Annual Pumpkin Drop

Solah Han, Jessica Woo, Jade Lee, and Grace Chae
November 1, 2022
Illustration by Chae Un Son.

Too Many Players on the Field

Ricky Jang, Sarah Lee, Jodie Lee, Grace Chae, Jade Lee, and Chae Un Son
October 30, 2022
The anti-queer protesters hold their placards on the sidelines as the pride parade marches by, one of which roughly translates to, "Conversion is the answer" (above). Photo by Elizabeth Ryu.

LGBTQIA+ and Counterprotesters Clash During 14th Daegu Queer Culture Festival

Elizabeth Ryu, Grace Chae, and Jade Lee
October 26, 2022
Peer Tutoring Club Presents New Pathways for Help

Peer Tutoring Club Presents New Pathways for Help

Dylan Wang, Grace Chae, and Jade Lee
October 26, 2022
Interpretive Artwork by Catherine Park.

Susanna Clarke’s ‘Piranesi’ is a Portal to an Alternative Reality

Catherine Park, Jade Lee, Grace Chae, and Jodie Lee
October 26, 2022
Illustration by Jodie Lee.

Masking Away Our Insecurities

Jodie Lee, Jade Lee, and Grace Chae
October 24, 2022
Members of the Chinese Culture club share their panda drawings with each other. Photo by Solah Han.

Curtains Open for the Chinese Culture Club

Solah Han, Jessica Woo, Grace Chae, and Jade Lee
October 17, 2022
Ann crosses the finish line with a smile on her face. Photo by Juan Cortez.

Runners Rev Up to Compete for the First Time in Three Years

Juan Cortez and Grace Chae
October 17, 2022
Ms. Nagy and Ms. Loutsch visited Hahoe village together, seeing masked dancers and getting to know more about the Korean culture. Photo courtesy of Ms Nagy.

Historian Turned English Teacher: Presenting Ms. Nagy

CJ Park, Jessica Woo, Grace Chae, Elizabeth Ryu, and Jade Lee
October 16, 2022
Kan-Hak-Du, a famous YouTuber, lamented the consequences of his rhinoplasty. He revealed that his post-surgical nose is ‘melting down,’ and the hospital in question held a public lawsuit against his ‘insensitive behavior.’ Photo courtesy of Choson Media.

Plastic Surgery Rides Fine Line Between Toxic Trend and Cosmetic Care

Serena Travers, Catherine Park, Elizabeth Ryu, Grace Chae, and Jade Lee
October 13, 2022
High school parents attend the event with attentive eyes. Photo by Youni Choi.

On the Road to a Successful Graduation

Youni Choi, Luna Kang, and Grace Chae
October 12, 2022
Illustration by Ella Kim.

Serious Xenophobia Triggered By Movies

Jane Nam, Grace Chae, Jade Lee, and Ella Kim
October 11, 2022
Daegu is soon to be added to this graphic that shows where the Today's Recycling program has been implemented. Courtesy of Today’s Recycling.

Greenpeace Debates Significance of Recycling Habits

Andrew Shim, Luna Kang, and Grace Chae
October 6, 2022
Arduous Korean golfers check feedback on the screens for improvement. Photo by Aiden Chae.

Golf Goes Par for the Course in Korea

Aiden Chae, Luna Kang, Elizabeth Ryu, Grace Chae, and Jade Lee
October 5, 2022
Leo prepares to cruise past the others in Mario Kart. Photo by Juan Cortez.

Club Nintendo Switches Up the View on Playing Games

Juan Cortez, Luna Kang, Grace Chae, and Jade Lee
September 29, 2022
Henry, Aiden, Abhiram, and Jay celebrate their victory together. Photo by Christie Park.

Elementary Futsal Squads Bring the Heat to Pohang

Ricky Jang and Grace Chae
September 29, 2022
Illustration by Grace Chae and Elizabeth Ryu.

Provocative TV Shows Broadcasting Negativity

Grace Chae, Jade Lee, Elizabeth Ryu, and Catherine Park
September 25, 2022
Graphic by Solah Han.

Top Tips from a Tenth Grader

Jessica Woo, Catherine Park, Jade Lee, Elizabeth Ryu, and Grace Chae
September 22, 2022
As of the 2nd, Typhoon Hinnamnor quickly makes its way to South Korea. Graphic by Bae So-Young.

Hinnamnor Dodges Daegu

Juan Cortez, Grace Chae, Elizabeth Ryu, and Jade Lee
September 21, 2022
Graphic by Jade Lee.

Hey seniors, what are your goals for this year?

Raina Lee, Luna Kang, Grace Chae, Elizabeth Ryu, and Jade Lee
September 20, 2022
Jamila loves to read fantasy and romance fiction novels, and she wishes to explore Daegu to look for more foreign bookstores. Photo by Catherine Park.

An Unfamiliar Face Among the Familiar

Catherine Park, Jade Lee, Elizabeth Ryu, and Grace Chae
September 20, 2022
Gorpcore illustrations by Helen Rho. Photos courtesy of Pintrest.

Hiking Shoes and Nylon Pants Make a Break in the World of Fashion

Helen Rho, Jade Lee, Grace Chae, Elizabeth Ryu, Luna Kang, and Mikey Pierog
August 31, 2022
National Junior Honor Society(NJHS) members joined Glider and greeted visitors at the front gate. Photo by Juan Cortez.

[Photos] Back to School Night is Back in Session

Juan Cortez, Grace Chae, and Catherine Park
August 30, 2022
Illustration by Lydia Ryu.

Watch No Evil, Think No Evil, Do No Evil

Jane Nam, Mikey Pierog, Grace Chae, Elizabeth Ryu, and Jade Lee
August 25, 2022
The new Dungeon & Fighter mobile game has been praised for its high quality graphics. Courtesy of Nexon.

Revisiting the Dungeons

Dongjin Kim, Jade Lee, Catherine Park, Elizabeth Ryu, Justin Park, and Grace Chae
August 25, 2022
Mr. Jolly, the lead singer for the teacher-led band, Powerskool, completes an unforgettable performance. Photo by Helen Rho.

[Photos] Middle and High Schoolers Gather for a Final Assembly to Close a Strong Year

Helen Rho, Grace Chae, and Jade Lee
August 25, 2022
The Mini Jets cheer the other students on for a great summer break. Photo by Jinny Lee.

[Photos] The Year Ends in a Bang at the Elementary Assembly

Jinny Lee, Anna Tzou, Elizabeth Ryu, Grace Chae, and Jade Lee
August 24, 2022
Prom attendees gather together to commemorate an unforgettable night. Photo by 2ruda.

[Photos] Prom Rebounds from Pandemic: Students Dance and Dine Under the Stars

Helen Rho, Raye Park, Grace Chae, Elizabeth Ryu, and Jade Lee
August 15, 2022
Photo by 2ruda.

[Photos] Senior Graduation Celebrates the Rite of Passage from DIS to Adulthood

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[Photos] Glad to be a Grad! Kindergarten Students Rise-up to First Grade

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