• KISAC MS Volleyball @ DIS, BFS, & BHA: February 7-8
  • Elementary Make Your Own Pot Night: Monday, February 10
  • SOARing Movie Night: Tuesday, February 11
  • Why STEM Dress Down Day: Tuesday, February 11
  • KISAC HS Basketball Tournament @ Jeju & FPS: February 14-15
  • SKAIS MS Volleyball Tournament - Boys @ BFS, Girls @ DIS: Thursday, February 20
  • Elementary Bowling Party: Friday, February 21
  • NHD Korea: Saturday, February 22
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Once bustling with energy and crowd, Dongseongro now houses empty buildings and relatively few customers.
Population decline and increases in rent contribute to downtown business closures
Seventh graders Arin Kwon, Isabel Bae, and Olivia Cho hold hands and attempt to stay balanced on the ice together. Aside from a few wobbles, their teamwork triumphs, as they gradually get the hang of skating.
Middle Schoolers enjoy chilled thrills and make frozen memories to mark new semester
A heavy traffic prevents people from purchasing the train tickets they need for the upcoming lunar new year break, even at such an early time.
Korean Lunar New Year travel jams nationwide train network
Senior Selina Son holds the gavel with poise and represents the team as a committee chair. She chit-chats with freshman Chirayu Joshi, delegate of Myanmar, during the break.
New Model United Nations conference kicks off with a bumpy start
Second-grader Teddy Kim reverently receives the holiday spirit, in-tune with the musical performance.
[Photos] Winter Fine Arts Festival Hits All the Right Notes
Mr. Hutchings and the seventh-graders gather after a successful concert. They reflect their achievements of the semester and hope for an even better spring concert.
[Photos] Melodies of winter illuminate the Middle School Fine Arts Festival
Time paradoxes remind us just how much one's perception plays into shaping their experiences.
Why joy feels fleeting and boredom drags
After the crash, the deformed remnants of Mrs. Crewe's motorcycle litter the road. The tragic scene reflects the danger she survived through. Photo courtesy of Mrs. Crewe.
Mrs. Crewe: From near death to living the life
Firefighters patrol the area during Lunar New Year celebrations, ensuring safety and preventing accidents. Their proactive efforts help mitigate risks, keeping fires and hazards at bay during the festive period.
As citizens celebrate, firefighters work through their toughest month of the year
The "spoon" hierarchy adapts in the socioeconomic culture of Korea, and acts as a divider for "friend groups" in schools.
The price of popularity
Guk-mi Munbang-gu has been a staple for Dong-do elementary students for decades. Today, it remains nearly empty.
Korea’s nostalgic munbang-gus struggle to stay relevant
Countless LPs and albums spill out of Treasure Island dabang’s shelves. Old music blares out of the speakers.
Where Culture Once Brewed
Jinx and Vi collide in a fierce showdown, striking to close a chapter of their sisterhood.
Arcane season 2: jinxed by its own ambition
Six albums, each with its own depressing narrative, will make your winter – because the chill hits harder with the right soundtrack.
Six albums to set the mood this winter
서양식당 (Western Restaurant) greets customers with its bright gold sign. The cozy exterior makes visitors anticipate a delicious meal.
Esiapolis welcomes a taste of the West
Google introduces its newest Large Language Model, Gemini for both Android and iPhone. Although the age of AI has ensued, consumers have yet to find a product that can replace conventional electronics. 
AI: A sidekick, not the hero 
Sina looks up into the horizon with her brave sister Moana, hoping that her sister will return safely from an upcoming journey that could change the world forever.
Moana 2 sets sail but falls short of the horizon
In response to the rise of TikTok, songs have grown shorter and more streamlined over time. Artists now prioritize addictive, attention-grabbing elements in their tracks to appeal to younger generations the popularity of short-form challenges. However, this casts doubts on the prospect of K-pop's musical diversity as groups churn out cookie-cutter tracks at record speed.
K-pop devolves in the age of short-form media
While Dongduk Women's University attempted to open admissions to male students, protesters object against the plan due to anxiety around losing a safe space against misogyny.
Co-ed decision backfires on Dongduk Women’s University
In a man-loving society, women struggle to carve their own space. Doubt and hesitation of this space create internalized misogyny as the insecurity manifests in social interactions and daily life.
Microfeminism: The solution to internalized misogyny
Electric vehicles ignite nationwide concerns in Korea, after the recent flames and the dominance of parking spots.
Electric vehicles spark fire and fear 
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
Freshman Alex Jang crosses up freshman Alex Seo during the dribbling drill. Jang attempts to make quick moves in the confined space he has to blow by his defender.
High school basketball teams experiment with new strategies and amp up conditioning in preparation for the 2025 season
The Girls B team holds up their trophy proudly, medals around their necks. They giggle as they celebrate their well-deserved success.
Elementary futsal teams wrap up the season with a bang in Busan
The middle school trio holds up the winning trophy. They prove that team work makes dream work.
Trail construction almost cancels SKAIS cross country but races prevail
Aiden Hwang (number 34) in sixth grade aims the ball toward the goal with precision and power. He maintains his unwavering focus as he drives toward the goal.
Ups and downs at middle school SKAIS soccer finals
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
Hobby Talk Episode 1: Teacher's Hobbies
Hobby Talk Episode 1: Teacher’s Hobbies
Winter Essentials: Bonnie Kim & Sophie Lee
Winter Essentials: Bonnie Kim & Sophie Lee
Health Hacks: Episode 2
Health Hacks: Episode 2
“DIS” School Rules ep.2
“DIS” School Rules ep.2
K-pop Unfiltered: Bonnie Kim & Sophie Lee
K-pop Unfiltered: Bonnie Kim & Sophie Lee
Health Hacks: Episode 1
Health Hacks: Episode 1
Daegu derby
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
Hobby Talk Episode 1: Teacher's Hobbies
Hobby Talk Episode 1: Teacher’s Hobbies
Winter Essentials: Bonnie Kim & Sophie Lee
Winter Essentials: Bonnie Kim & Sophie Lee
Health Hacks: Episode 2
Health Hacks: Episode 2
“DIS” School Rules ep.2
“DIS” School Rules ep.2
K-pop Unfiltered: Bonnie Kim & Sophie Lee
K-pop Unfiltered: Bonnie Kim & Sophie Lee
Health Hacks: Episode 1
Health Hacks: Episode 1
An exhausted student takes a power nap or "siesta" in Spanish class.
Jets Tailspin: How to take it easy today
What's your New Year’s resolution—bold leap, tiny step, or a little bit of both?
What is your New Year’s Resolution?
Comic: Miscreant #3-Carnival
Comic: Miscreant #3-Carnival
The student tells his teacher the classic; my dog ate my homework.
What is the most ridiculous excuse you’ve ever used?
Comic: Miscreant #2-Ebel
Comic: Miscreant #2-Ebel
Students Write Their Own Future. Free Forgery Now!
Jets Tailspin: Students on trial for forging parent’s signatures on permission forms
  • KISAC MS Volleyball @ DIS, BFS, & BHA: February 7-8
  • Elementary Make Your Own Pot Night: Monday, February 10
  • SOARing Movie Night: Tuesday, February 11
  • Why STEM Dress Down Day: Tuesday, February 11
  • KISAC HS Basketball Tournament @ Jeju & FPS: February 14-15
  • SKAIS MS Volleyball Tournament - Boys @ BFS, Girls @ DIS: Thursday, February 20
  • Elementary Bowling Party: Friday, February 21
  • NHD Korea: Saturday, February 22
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Jets Flyover: December Horoscope

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Teachers Dive into Korean Literature

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Experience Surrealism in Your Sleep

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To Cut or Not To Cut?

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Postponed Party Returns for High Schoolers

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The Freedom to Love

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November 21, 2022
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Dear Jimin: Sincerely, Suffering from Sleep Loss

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Polish Your Posture with Pilates

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