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  • Have a fantastic summer break!
  • First Day of School on August 12th.
  • Don't forget your spirit shirts on Friday.
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The sign asks the hikers to redirect their path to the right as the main trail is closed off for construction. The sticker can also be found above the end date.
Annual Bongmu Lake Insect Festival unfolds amidst construction bugs
The bald brothers celebrate their gleaming moment under the bright spotlight. Post-graduates Kevin Park and Leo Lee shock everyone with their surprise haircut for the event. Photo by Nayoung Kim.
[Photos] Springtime sketches and sonics in full bloom
Secondary physical education teacher Mr. Faille receives a bucket of cold water head-on as a part of a vote that took place. He expresses surprise at the sudden splash of icy cold.
[Photos] Spring into celebration: Community Festa
Prom serves as a milestone lifetime experience for 10th through 12th graders. This year the venue moves to the Jetnasium and professional DJs will perform a colossal set. Illustration by Elisa Triolo.
Everything Prom: from party planning to problem-solving
Shakespeareans perform modernized version of “Macbeth”
Shakespeareans perform modernized version of “Macbeth”
Jennie Tanghuru, in a newly remodeled storefront, suffers from a downward trend in tanghulu popularity. With no products on the shelves anymore, the store finally closes up shop.
Tanghulu craze crashes in Korea
Some citizens advocate for an increase in the number of medical students. The increase in the population of elders demands an equal increase in doctors too.
Divided Korean Population Squabbles Over Expansion of Medical Admissions Quota
Piao shares the first draft of Klaras skin that is applied to the model through Convai. Image courtesy of Yujun Piao.
Freshmen harness Artificial Intelligence to rewrite goodbyes
Humans often lose their attention and workflow when they juggle multiple tasks.
The myth of multitasking
Ms. Shin reads a book about a boy who’s afraid of long words. She encourages the third graders by teaching them about the beauty of language and literature.
Texas trails inspire artist’s brush strokes
After 18 years of living in Europe and Africa, I moved to Korea to face a completely different lifestyle. I was shocked by how much individuals valued beauty and how cheap taxi rides cost. Illustration by Christine Park.
Culture shock: the foreigner experience in Korea
Dog owners lavish their pets with exorbitant gifts to compensate for not having any children. Illustration by Ellen Cho.
When puppy love breaks the bank
Throwbacks and evolutions: 2024’s best albums so far
Throwbacks and evolutions: 2024’s best albums so far
Stanley Cups sell like hotcakes thanks to social media such as TikTok.
The questionable rise of the Stanley quencher
Psychedelia hits on The Lemon Twigs’ latest release A Dream Is All We Know
Psychedelia hits on The Lemon Twigs’ latest release “A Dream Is All We Know”
Catch Cash Daegu, one of the many treasure hunt accounts across the nation, typically hides prizes under stickers.
Money does grow on trees
This moment of love between warriors of two planets who come together as one solidifies the message of peace and unity the film highlights.
Dune: Part Two spellbinds theaters in 2024
Stardew Valley, the indie game developed by ConcernedApe, offers players several ways to earn a ton of in-game loot.
Stardew success: earn endless income in the hit indie game
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
Mixed individuals constantly contemplate in between multiple ethnic groups. The sense of belonging and the formation of self-identity blurs.
Mixed views on being mixed
Although tryouts have gifted DIS success in sports tournaments, some posit that they take the chance away from prospective athletes.
Volleyball tryouts do not lead to net gains
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
Retakes, loved by some and hated by others, spark controversy at DIS.
Should we hit the brakes on retakes?
Harrison Sung, the JV ace, shouts for the ball. As the striker, he takes the ball all the way to the net through contact.
Varsity knocked out early but JV earns their spot in the finals
Defender senior Nadia Woo takes a throw in. She aims to pinpoint the ball to sophomore Annie Cho.
After KISAC stunner, girls fall short at SKAC
Seventh grader Yul Sakong jab steps to fake the opponent and find a way towards the basket. Her easy layup brings up the team morale.
Jets soar in round one, but Sharks bite back in semis
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
William Seo (number 30) weaves through the Dragons defense and attacks the rim. He dishes it out to the open man for a wide open three pointer.
Middle school basketball finishes in fifth at first-ever KISAC appearance
The Sharks corner the mini Jet, Raina Kang. They cut to open spaces to free themselves for a pass.
Boys call the shots, girls undergo growing pains
Jet Stream June 14th, 2024
Jet Stream June 14th, 2024
Jet Stream June 7th, 2024
Jet Stream June 7th, 2024
Jet Stream May 31st, 2024
Jet Stream May 31st, 2024
Daegus New Gateway
Daegu’s New Gateway
Number Juans Kitchen: Authentic Nachos
Number Juan’s Kitchen: Authentic Nachos
[Podcast] Bet on Bonnie Episode 2: Sophie Lee
[Podcast] Bet on Bonnie Episode 2: Sophie Lee
Jet Stream June 14th, 2024
Jet Stream June 14th, 2024
Jet Stream June 7th, 2024
Jet Stream June 7th, 2024
Jet Stream May 31st, 2024
Jet Stream May 31st, 2024
Daegus New Gateway
Daegu’s New Gateway
Number Juans Kitchen: Authentic Nachos
Number Juan’s Kitchen: Authentic Nachos
Jet Stream May 10th, 2024
Jet Stream May 10th, 2024
[Podcast] Bet on Bonnie Episode 1: Haydn Mangione
[Podcast] Bet on Bonnie Episode 1: Haydn Mangione
[Podcast] Jets Jukebox Episode 1: Bleachers, Self-Titled
[Podcast] Jet’s Jukebox Episode 1: Bleachers, Self-Titled
[Podcast] Eco-Lution Episode 3: Freshmen explore alternatives to paper straws
[Podcast] Eco-Lution Episode 3: Freshmen explore alternatives to paper straws
[Podcast] Eco-Lution Episode 2: Solar panel installation around campus explored
[Podcast] Eco-Lution Episode 2: Solar panel installation around campus explored
[Podcast] Eco-Lution Episode 1- Climate change from a Latin American perspective
[Podcast] Eco-Lution Episode 1- Climate change from a Latin American perspective
The Jets Flyover catches up with students and staff about their 2023-2024 goals.
Did you accomplish your goals for this school year?
Swiper, no swiping!
Jets Tailspin: Whistleblower unmasks clever scheme to feast on “free” snacks at the Snack Shack
Crossword: DIS History and Trivia
Crossword: DIS History and Trivia
DIS Crossword: AP Courses
DIS Crossword: AP Courses
Owners dont know if they want to be with their pets or be them.
Jets Tailspin: Standard of living higher for pets than humans in Korea
DIS Crossword 4
DIS Crossword 4
ANNOUNCEMENTS
  • Have a fantastic summer break!
  • First Day of School on August 12th.
  • 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
Serena Travers

Serena Travers, Writer

A rising senior, Serena Travers returns to continue her avid passion for journalism. This year, she aspires to share her thoughts, meet new people, and take the best of the best photos. She also plans to dabble in design to bring the yearbook to the next level as she leaves high school. She combines her love for psychology with her writing. Her excitement and dedication to the Flyover staff is evident by the fact that she takes two media classes at DIS.

All content by Serena Travers
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

Serena Travers, Writer
June 16, 2024

Jet Stream June 7th, 2024

Serena Travers and Raina Lee
June 10, 2024
The Jets Flyover catches up with students and staff about their 2023-2024 goals.

Did you accomplish your goals for this school year?

Serena Travers and Raina Lee
June 10, 2024
The New Wave Kill filmed the music video for their latest single in a small chapel in the woods. Photo courtesy of Juan Córdoba.

Audio engineer at day, live musician at night

Serena Travers, Selina Son, and Leanne Yoon
April 29, 2024
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.

[Photo] Art meets entertainment through Totoro-themed Origami Night

Luna Kang, Section Editor
April 25, 2024
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.

[Photo] Greenpeace pops off bottle caps

Jessica Woo, Managing Editor
April 3, 2024

Jet Stream March 29th, 2024

Serena Travers and Raina Lee
March 31, 2024
Different troops come together at the end to celebrate their bond. They make new friends but keep the old.

[Photo] [Photos] DIS Girl Scouts make new friends but keep the old

Eugene Sung, Writer
March 27, 2024
Fifth grader Miles Long savors the yuanxiao after a long meticulous culinary process. He screams out as the umami of the treat floods through his senses.

[Photo] [Photos] Elementary schoolers celebrate the Lunar New Year with glutinous rice flour dumplings and lanterns

Selina Son, Writer
February 27, 2024
Speakers passionately delivered their speeches at last years event and set a strong precedent for 2024.

TEDx breaks boundaries this March

Serena Travers and Jessica Woo
February 26, 2024
Permanent make-up tattoos rise in popularity as they allow natural beauty enhancement with fewer risks than surgery.

The pen is mightier than the sword

Serena Travers, Writer
February 20, 2024

Jet Stream February 2nd, 2024

Serena Travers and Raina Lee
February 13, 2024
Recently, virtual idols such as Plave have been on the rise.

Phony stars invade your phone

Serena Travers, Writer
January 23, 2024
Mary Cho in eighth grade weaves through defensive tackles. She showcases her unstoppable ball control.

[Photo] Middle school futsal teams thrive amidst unexpected ups and downs

Elena Lee and Alex Seo
January 11, 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

Beige flag

Selina Son and Serena Travers
December 6, 2023

Jet Stream December 1st, 2023

Serena Travers and Raina Lee
November 30, 2023
What is your opinion on the Suneung (수능)?

What is your opinion on the Suneung (수능)?

Serena Travers and Raina Lee
November 18, 2023

Jet Stream November 3rd, 2023

Raina Lee and Serena Travers
November 2, 2023
Pawan basks in the sunlight on his first family trip in Spain. Photo courtesy of Pawan Kim.

Alumni Connection: Pawan Kim

Serena Travers and Luna Kang
November 1, 2023
Joanne Oh in first grade enjoy a sweet moment with Victoria Kang in ninth grade before the closing ceremony.

[Photo] [Photos] A day at day camp

Dylan Wang, Leanne Yoon, and Catherine Park
October 31, 2023
The craze over pale skin has moved itself to the realm of personal colors –now, many vie for cool-toned skin.

Popular skin tone test leads to colorism

Serena Travers, Leanne Yoon, Luna Kang, and Catherine Park
October 24, 2023

Girl dinner

Selina Son and Serena Travers
October 7, 2023
To kickstart the year, the Jets reflect on their past achievement and set high standards for another successful year.

What do you hope to accomplish this school year?

Serena Travers, Raina Lee, and Catherine Park
September 13, 2023
Greta Gerwigs Barbie faces criticism in Korea due to its womens rights awareness and feminism messages.

I’m a Barbie girl in a Korean world

Serena Travers, Catherine Park, and Leanne Yoon
September 4, 2023
Rei enjoys his time spent in Nikko Hot Spring. Photo courtesy of Rei Nakatsuka.

Alumni Connection: Rei Nakatsuka

Serena Travers, Catherine Park, Leanne Yoon, and Jessica Woo
August 27, 2023
Image by Serena Travers.

We Prefer Diamonds, Not Graphite

Serena Travers, Catherine Park, Leanne Yoon, Luna Kang, and Elizabeth Ryu
May 22, 2023
Image by Serena Travers.

What Advice Would You Give Yourself if You Could Go Back in Time?

Serena Travers, Catherine Park, and Leanne Yoon
May 15, 2023
Enter with caution: “The Glory” craze might lead you down a rabbit hole of the severity behind bullying in Korea.

Do Not Glorify the Glory

Serena Travers, Jade Lee, and Catherine Park
May 3, 2023
Ms. White grins from ear to ear with her adorable first graders. Photo by Serena Travers.

Spotlight on Ms. White

Serena Travers and Catherine Park
April 20, 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
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
Mr. Gall and Luka, his son, love being at DIS. Photo by Lisa Seok.

Gabbing With Mr. Gall

Serena Travers, Luna Kang, Catherine Park, Elizabeth Ryu, and Jade Lee
February 9, 2023
Students chatter as the assembly progresses toward the pinnacle. Photo by Maisie Hwang.

[Photos] Middle and High Schoolers Gather for First Big Assembly of the Year

Serena Travers, Catherine Park, and Elizabeth Ryu
January 11, 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
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
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
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
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