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.
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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
Stella Lee in seventh grade, the lead vocalist of her band, extends an inviting hand as if to urge the audience to join in along the fun. The secondary student body claps and whistles in response.
Season Two assembly showcases student talent and honorable achievements
Illustration by Sally Yun.
Prisoners of Geography — fortune teller from 2015
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
Illustration by Elisa Triolo.
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
Modern day shoegaze inspired by My Bloody Valentine’s Loveless.
Highlights: Alternative darlings of the 21st century
#TikTokraisedme
#TikTokraisedme
A Starry Voyage into Space with Grace Ryland
A Starry Voyage into Space with Grace Ryland
Illustration by Christine Park.
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
The cheese-covered sandwiches stand tall on the table, complimenting the chili con carne. Mika Lee describes the mac and cheese as “the best I have ever had — even better than the one I had overseas.” Photo by Sol Sakong.
Cheat Day at Cheat Deli
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?
Graphic by Hailey Tzou and Sunny Oh.
The Trouble with Textbooks
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. Illustration by Christine Park.
Discrimination Dialogue: African American Vernacular English buried under the misappropriation of Gen-Z slang
Graphic by Sally Yun and Olivia Park.
What are your thoughts about 제사/Jaesa (Korean traditional memorial ceremony)?
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
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.
Basketball Jets clinch third in SKAC for two consecutive years
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
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
Desert Island Personality Test
Desert Island Personality Test
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
Jet Stream March 29th, 2024
Jet Stream March 29th, 2024
Jet Stream March 21st, 2024
Jet Stream March 21st, 2024
DIS Jets SKAC Full Tournament Highlights | February 28, 2024 | Varsity Boys Basketball
DIS Jets SKAC Full Tournament Highlights | February 28, 2024 | Varsity Boys’ Basketball
Teachers Share Most Memorable Student Excuses
Teachers Share Most Memorable Student Excuses
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
Juan Cortez

Juan Cortez, Writer

Juan Cortez is an opinionated junior that likes to sing, play sports, and overall entertain people. So far his favorite subjects are Video Production and Music. As a sports fanatic, Juan particularly enjoys the volleyball season, due to the fact that he will take his place as the ace this year! Quite evidently, sports spikes Juan Cortez’s interest, explaining why he writes about the athletics that swarms around DIS. Many people have informed him that he displays himself as an affable person, which is why he wants to share his opinions in the Jets Flyover. Additionally, Mexican food has been a specialty for Juan Cortez, due to the fact that he finds comfort in his Mexican side of the family.

All content by Juan Cortez

Juan on Wang Episode 3: Ping Pong

Dylan Wang, Juan Cortez, and June Park
April 10, 2024

DIS Jets SKAC Full Tournament Highlights | February 28, 2024 | Varsity Boys’ Basketball

June Park, Dylan Wang, and Juan Cortez
March 17, 2024

Juan On Wang Episode 2: Trivia Game

Dylan Wang, Juan Cortez, and June Park
February 25, 2024

Jet Stream February 16th, 2024

Juan Cortez and Dylan Wang
February 15, 2024

Juan on Wang Episode 1: 8-Ball Pool

Dylan Wang and Juan Cortez
January 29, 2024
Aiden Chae of Palestine expresses ambition at the podium. After months of preparation, all representatives showed up, eager to prove their hours of practice.

[Photo] Model UN diplomats earn top honors in Gwangju

Luna Kang, Section Editor
January 25, 2024

Jet Stream December 15th, 2023

Juan Cortez and Dylan Wang
December 14, 2023

Blastoise cover of XXL by LANY

Juan Cortez and Dylan Wang
December 6, 2023

Jet Stream November 17th, 2023

Juan Cortez and Dylan Wang
November 16, 2023

Number Juan’s Kitchen: Mexican Lasagna

Juan Cortez, June Park, and Dylan Wang
October 7, 2023

Jet Stream September 15th, 2023

Dylan Wang, Juan Cortez, Hailey Tzou, Raina Lee, and Luna Kang
September 14, 2023
Photo by Ricky Jang.

[Photos] Rock Bands Rock Out at Lotte Outlet Mall

Juan Cortez and Catherine Park
August 24, 2023
Lisa serves over after a thrilling point.

DIS Hosts Inaugural SKAC Badminton Tournament

Ricky Jang, Sarah Lee, Juan Cortez, Leanne Yoon, and Catherine Park
August 22, 2023

Jet Stream June 9th, 2023

Youni Choi and Juan Cortez
June 9, 2023
Jacob eyes the hoop as he chucks the ball up for a two pointer. Photo by Juan Cortez.

Middle School Basketball: All Four Teams Make it to the Finals

Sarah Lee and Juan Cortez
May 31, 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
Stella dives out of bounds to keep the ball in play. Photo by Helen Rho.

Jets Team Up on the Turf

Sarah Lee, Juan Cortez, Catherine Park, and Elizabeth Ryu
May 10, 2023

Jet Stream April 27th, 2023

Juan Cortez and Youni Choi
April 26, 2023
Apple strikes the ball as hard as she can as she aims straight for the goal. Photo by Hailey Tzou and Sunny Oh.

High School Futsal Transitions to Soccer for KISAC Premiere

Juan Cortez and Elizabeth Ryu
April 25, 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

Jet Stream March 17th, 2023

Juan Cortez and Youni Choi
March 16, 2023

Mr Balint On Blast

Juan Cortez, Youni Choi, and Lisa Seok
March 9, 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
Illustration by Ava Cho.

Jets’ Sports Glide To the Top

Juan Cortez, Ava Cho, and Grace Chae
February 23, 2023
Ethan takes an explosive step to pass the defender. Photo by Ryan Oh.

KISAC: Boys Pick Up Their First Win of The Season and Girls Bring Home Bronze

Juan Cortez, Dylan Wang, Luna Kang, and Catherine Park
February 22, 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
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
Reading: The Oldest Trick in the Book

Reading: The Oldest Trick in the Book

Juan Cortez, Jade Lee, Elizabeth Ryu, and Jodie Lee
December 13, 2022

Jet Stream December 9th, 2022

Juan Cortez and Youni Choi
December 11, 2022

Number Juan’s Kitchen: How to Make Chalupas

Juan Cortez, Harry Cho, and Alex Park
December 1, 2022
Maddox gazes at Justin as he hoists the SKAC trophy in the air. Photo by Juan Cortez.

Middle School Boys Take the Trophy and Girls Finish Second

Juan Cortez and Catherine Park
December 1, 2022
Will and his buddies proclaim themselves the winners fo the mummy contest. Photo by Jodie Lee.

Postponed Party Returns for High Schoolers

Juan Cortez, Catherine Park, Jodie Lee, and Jade Lee
November 22, 2022
The middle school girls team proudly holds their hard-earned glass award and medals. Photo by Jodie Lee.

KISAC Invites Jets to Tournament in Busan

Juan Cortez and Jade Lee
November 18, 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
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
Leewen shows off her newly learned skills to the HIS team. Photo by Anna Tzou.

Jets Kick Off First Futsal Event of The Season

Juan Cortez, Luna Kang, and Jade Lee
October 26, 2022

Jet Stream October 19th, 2022

Juan Cortez and Youni Choi
October 18, 2022

Marry Me

Harry Cho, Juan Cortez, and Alex Park
October 18, 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
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
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

Cinematography Boot Camp: The Move On.

Juan Cortez and Youni Choi
September 3, 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
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