• Friday, April 25: MS/HS SOAR Beauty Standards in Korea
  • Tuesday, April 22: G8-12 AEO Tour USA College Fair
  • April 17-19: KISAC HS Soccer & Badminton Tournament in Jeju
  • Don't forget your spirit shirts on Friday
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Mrs. Jolly takes the first group of kids to the Ggongi station. Al children look thrilled in anticipation for the gemaes to commence.
[Photos] Culture flourishes and smiles shine at Fun Korean Traditional Games Night
Third graders Yeriel Hur, Yu Sasaki, and Gia Park return home with their astonishing tie-dye shirt and a colorful poster made by the SOAR members. They hope to return next year to celebrate Holi once again.
SOAR’s Holi event brings colorful learning experience to elementary students
With eyes fixed on the conductor, young vocalists fine-tune their harmonies and perfect their timing during the final rehearsal before showtime. Their focus reflects the hard work and preparation devoted to the performance.
Young voices harmonize at the elementary KIMEA festival
Sophomores Justin Son, Oliver Park, Yujun Piao, and senior Tommy Jang arrive at Busan Foreign School (BFS) excited to demonstrate their coding skills. They ponder what quirky extensions they can create at the competition. Photo courtesy of Oliver Park.
DIS Computer Science Competition Club triumphs with Organizer’s Pick Award at Scrapyard Busan 
Third grader James Kim hisses with confidence, fully embracing his role. With dramatic gestures, he channels the Energy Vampire, mimicking the act of consuming electricity as his peers watch in amusement.
[Photos] Young minds gather to craft a sustainable future at the DIS Carbon Neutrality Camp
An anonymous survey crafted by senior Selina Son, where students share their thoughts and shed light on the hidden pain of racial slurs and harmful language that often go unnoticed by supervisors.
SOAR leads mission to eradicate discriminatory language on campus
Ms. Couture and her mother embrace the energy and excitement of a Harry Styles' concert in Edinburgh. Ms. Couture dons a banana costume to enjoy the festival to its fullest. Photo courtesy of Ms. Couture.
Ms. Couture finds her rhythm in the classroom
Plastic garbage and tangled wooden scrap blanket the floors of an abandoned home. On the roof, dried rotting persimmons give off a foul stench.
Homes Once Bustling
Less affluent stores are quickly replaced by family businesses – by 1740 retailers had shut down by 2024.
Large chains and monopoly of automation displace local retailers in South Korea
Sophomore tutors Yujun Piao and Aiden Huh help their peers prepare for the upcoming exam. A student asks Piao and Huh to explain a question from the mock test. Photo courtesy of Yujun Piao.
Sophomores turn to their peers for supplemental math support
Ms. Lualhati radiates positive energy and brings her classroom to life. After 12 years at DIS, she brings an end to her teaching journey.
From molecules to memories: Ms. Lualhati closes the final chapter of her career at DIS
Two workers take care of the fresh, green plants in a vertical farm. The lettuce grows in tall stacks with the perfect amount of light and water.
The transformation of Korean farming
The movie "Flow" was released March 19th, 2025 in South Korea. Its reception of the Oscars garnered traction for the movie from the public.
The film “Flow” discusses the weight of morality
Upcycling involves transforming discarded clothes or materials into new products perceived as higher quality or more valuable.
Repurposing fashion: transform waste into innovative designs
Hewlett-Packard acquired Humane AI for $116 million after two years of turmoil. Tormented by failures and relentless criticism, the once-hyped startup struggled to stay afloat.
Humane drops out of the AI race
The screen and lights of 'Fallingforyou' fade to black and white which reflects the quartet's identity. George Daniel jumpstarts the next song with a thunderous drum solo with energy that drives the rest of the song.
Love ‘em or hate ‘em: The 1975
Customers can take their picks for the perfect toppings to decorate the sweet-and-sour yogurt ice cream and order easily on apps and websites.
Yoajung: overpriced and overrated
The musical "Kinky Boots" celebrates its 10th anniversary with a national tour in South Korea.
The musical “Kinky Boots” confronts toxic masculinity and acceptance through powerful metaphors and symbolism               
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
President Roh's hilarious facial expression marks the birth of another viral satirical meme.
A blessing and a curse: Korean political memes shape Gen-Z voting dynamics 
The ban on corporal punishment against students in South Korea has led to an increase in self-harm incidents of educators.
Public school educators face immense stress and lack societal support
Following Yoon's impeachment crisis, Seoul National University students expressed disapproval of the president. The poster additionally criticizes the R&D budget cuts, which are described as having "eliminated Korea's technological competency."
Cutting innovation: how President Yoon’s austerity measures fail STEM in Korea
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
Edgar soars above the defenders, timing his leap perfectly to send the ball into the back of the net. His impressive vertical ability gives him command of his own airspace. Photo courtesy of Edgar Silva.
Scoring goals across the globe: Edgar Bruno da Silva’s final chapter  
The DIS Jets' athletes easily claim the trophy in the SKAIS League, dominating their opponents by large margins. Unfortunately, the competition lacks intensity due to a limited number of participating schools.
SKAIS misses the mark in athletic caliber
The varsity Jets soar, securing back-to-back championships. Their dedication and hard work earned them the well-deserved victory.
Jets fly high at SKAIS basketball championship
Senior Grace Cho (7) calls for help at the three-point line, trapped by a tight defensive seal. With no room to dribble forward, she looks for a quick pass to reset the offense.
High school girls’ basketball battles through adversity in season finale
The boys claim the first trophy of the JV division for the Jets at the home of the Bears. Although the competition ended easily, they roar in triumph and celebrate with excitement. They all thank Coach Jang for leading them throughout the season.
JV basketball wraps up season with a mix of failure and success
The girls’ A team huddles for a group chant after a hard-fought game. Their teamwork and determination shine through in this celebratory moment.
Elementary volleyball focuses on growth but makes time for fun
K-pop: Beyond the Stage Episode 1
K-pop: Beyond the Stage Episode 1
Everyday Korean with Ann and Esther Episode 4: Weather
Everyday Korean with Ann and Esther Episode 4: Weather
Everyday Korean with Ann and Esther Episode 3: Essential Phrases
Everyday Korean with Ann and Esther Episode 3: Essential Phrases
"DIS" School Rules ep. 4
“DIS” School Rules ep. 4
Ready to teach: 1, 2, 3 ears on me! Episode 4
Ready to teach: 1, 2, 3 ears on me! Episode 4
Hobby Talk Episode 4: Teacher's Hobbies
Hobby Talk Episode 4: Teacher’s Hobbies
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
Find your future
Find your future
K-pop: Beyond the Stage Episode 1
K-pop: Beyond the Stage Episode 1
Everyday Korean with Ann and Esther Episode 4: Weather
Everyday Korean with Ann and Esther Episode 4: Weather
Everyday Korean with Ann and Esther Episode 3: Essential Phrases
Everyday Korean with Ann and Esther Episode 3: Essential Phrases
"DIS" School Rules ep. 4
“DIS” School Rules ep. 4
Ready to teach: 1, 2, 3 ears on me! Episode 4
Ready to teach: 1, 2, 3 ears on me! Episode 4
Hobby Talk Episode 4: Teacher's Hobbies
Hobby Talk Episode 4: Teacher’s Hobbies
Jets Tailspin: Class clown confesses laughter does not quiet the howling abyss within
Jets Tailspin: Class clown confesses laughter does not quiet the howling abyss within
Comic: Miscreant #6-I Scream
Comic: Miscreant #6-I Scream
Jets Tailspin: Sixth-graders fail Earth Science after insisting the Earth is flat
Jets Tailspin: Sixth-graders fail Earth Science after insisting the Earth is flat
Editors enjoy a classic snack Friday with a plethora of snacks. All editors point at Jerome, the section editor, as he smiles with a 꽃받침 (flower pose).
Jets Flyover staff poll 2025
Comic: Miscreant #5-Touch Grass
Comic: Miscreant #5-Touch Grass
Glider excitedly greets cross country admirers.
DIS Profile: Glider ✈️
  • Friday, April 25: MS/HS SOAR Beauty Standards in Korea
  • Tuesday, April 22: G8-12 AEO Tour USA College Fair
  • April 17-19: KISAC HS Soccer & Badminton Tournament in Jeju
  • 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, Editor in Chief
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, Managing Editor
February 27, 2024
Speakers passionately delivered their speeches at last year's 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 Gerwig's Barbie faces criticism in Korea due to its women's 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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