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

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Daegu International School's student news site
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.
Art meets entertainment through Totoro-themed Origami Night
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
Hwa-byung, a somatoform disorder native to Korea, plagues the lives of individuals who cant express themselves under the countrys Confucianist culture that values respect and conformity over freedom and individualism. 
Time to put out the fire on Hwa-Byung
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
Solo Sanctuary or Social Suite
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
Illustration by Sally Yun.
Prisoners of Geography — fortune teller from 2015
Modern day shoegaze inspired by My Bloody Valentine’s Loveless.
Highlights: Alternative darlings of the 21st century
Media imposes absurd beauty standards on young teens. The growing trend in early usage of social media and easy access of various content plays a significant role in social development.
#TikTokraisedme
A Starry Voyage into Space with Grace Ryland
A Starry Voyage into Space with Grace Ryland
No Place Like Home: Back to Denmark
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
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
Should we hit the brakes on retakes?
Should we hit the brakes on retakes?
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?
The Trouble with Textbooks
The Trouble with Textbooks
Striker Ethan Rossmeisl leaps above the 6 footer to win the header. His unrivaled vertical gives him the ability to out-jump opposing players.
Jets get the ball rolling against DMHS
Agnew Kim (number 25) pins her teammate for a quick transition to attack from defense. She sets the ball up high after a balanced receive for the hitters to smash.
Middle school girls return from Jeju with medals around their necks
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
Guess the Objects
Guess the Objects
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
From Glitter to Goo: Science Fun Night
From Glitter to Goo: Science Fun Night
Explore the ingenuity of our middle and high school students as Anna, Kate, Raina, and Luna take you through the SKAC Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Fair, held at DIS. Selected participants competed and unveiled their scientific endeavors, offering a glimpse into their innovative minds.
Cutting-Edge Kitchen
Science Spectacle: SKAC STEM Fair
Science Spectacle: SKAC STEM Fair
Jet Stream April 19th, 2024
Jet Stream April 19th, 2024
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
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
Jessica Woo

Jessica Woo, Managing Editor

A eleven year veteran at DIS, Jessica Woo returns to the Flyover staff in her junior year. As an engaged student who loves to read and write, Jessica helps other students improve and always attempts to step up as a writer herself. Founder of the Jets Broadcasting Service, she communicates and delivers informative messages to the DIS community. As much as she adores writing, Jessica deems herself a baseball-holic and attempts to watch every game if possible. 



All content by Jessica Woo
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

Jessica Woo, Managing Editor
April 3, 2024
Sophomore center Amy Shim battles a BHA defender for a loose ball. Amy is down to scrap with any baller.

Girls’ basketball battles adversity at KISAC

Jessica Woo, Managing Editor
March 14, 2024
Photo by Jessica Woo.

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Photo by Jessica Woo.

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Mr. Coleman struggles to stay on the platform as another teacher pulls him down.

[Photos] High schoolers bounce their troubles away downtown

Jessica Woo, Managing Editor
February 26, 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
Sixth graders Olivia Cho and Esther Choi hold each other closely as they brave the chilly air of the skating rink. They find warmth in their friendship.

[Photo] Middle school ice skaters glide into fun

Luna Kang, Section Editor
February 20, 2024
Bleak outlook for Lions 2024 season

Bleak outlook for Lions 2024 season

Jessica Woo, Managing Editor
February 15, 2024
Photo by Jessica Woo.

[Photo] [Photos] Festive Notes and Brushstrokes

Eugene Sung, Writer
January 24, 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
Magician Hailie Han presents an ingenious trick to the crowd: from within an empty box, she reveals a heart towel. The shocked audience applauds time after time as Hailie reveals one move after another.

[Photos] Student talents take center stage

Jessica Woo, Section Editor
December 5, 2023
Colleen Hoover, the best-selling author of It Ends With Us, faces extreme backlash for her controversial actions. Jio Kim, an ex-fan of the writer, returns to examine the controversies.

CoHo controversies: a legal battle opens eyes to toxic tropes

Jio Kim and Jessica Woo
November 13, 2023
Arthur Silva and Jacob Lee in fourth grade have fun as they sprint toward the finishing line.

Elementary leaders step up for first-ever Fall Festival

Jessica Woo and Leanne Yoon
November 2, 2023
Jason Kim in eighth grade steadies his posture for an ace serve down the court.

Middle school badminton takes flight

Alex Seo, Luna Kang, Dylan Wang, Leanne Yoon, and Jessica Woo
October 23, 2023
Allie Moon in fourth grade prepares to hop on the yoga mat following the instructors.

[Photo] Family Fun Night brings Jets together through friendly competitions

Luna Kang and Catherine Park
October 18, 2023
To the anticipation of many techies, Apple returned with its new release of 2023. However, it disappointed many fans with its lack of meaningful changes.

Say Goodbye to Apple’s Innovation

Oliver Park, Jessica Woo, and Leanne Yoon
October 12, 2023
Weird Laws from Around the World

Weird Laws from Around the World

Mary Cho, Jessica Woo, and Leanne Yoon
October 5, 2023
Junior June Park hypes up as the intense rallies go back and forth.

[Photo] Jets volleyball set up friendly matches against new cross-town rivals

Ethan Rossmeisl and Dylan Wang
October 5, 2023
The Korean government faces a dilemma as birth rates plummet and prejudice against foreigners rules out immigration as a viable solution.

NIMBYism compounds fertility rate crisis

Jerome Kwon, Jessica Woo, Leanne Yoon, and Catherine Park
October 3, 2023
Elenas Eats: Greek Yogurt Bark

Elena’s Eats: Greek Yogurt Bark

Elena Lee and Jessica Woo
September 21, 2023
Aram Kim breaks into a smile as she reads her book No Kimchi for Me! Photo by Jessica Woo.

Young scholars renew their passion for storytelling

Andrew Shim, Luna Kang, Catherine Park, and Jessica Woo
September 21, 2023
Oppenheimer, although not everyones cup of tea, captures historical nuances in an awe-inspiring film.

On the Oppenheimer Obsession

Elisa Triolo, Dylan Wang, Catherine Park, and Jessica Woo
September 21, 2023
Violet fills the hall as the stage lights up.

LANY bares their soul in Seoul

Dylan Wang, Nadia Woo, Jessica Woo, and Catherine Park
September 19, 2023
The girls focus on Mr. Balints every move as he demonstrates a proper spike.

DIS Sports program implements tryouts

Ethan Rossmeisl, Jessica Woo, Luna Kang, and Catherine Park
September 13, 2023
Supporters of different political parties debate over the Korean governments reaction to the Fukushima Discharge crisis.

Voices clash over radiation controversy

Jerome Kwon, Leanne Yoon, and Jessica Woo
September 13, 2023
Jets marched through the gym as NHD introduced participants from Korea. Photo by Ms. Katie Kim.

DIS historians enter US frontiers

Andrew Shim, Luna Kang, Catherine Park, and Jessica Woo
September 11, 2023
With more to see and hear, the new Back to School Night entertained and educated DIS families on campus life.

Back-to-School Night marks the start of the year

Jessica Woo, Catherine Park, and Leanne Yoon
August 30, 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
Graphic Design by Jio Kim.

Unlock Your Inner Self through Graphology

Jio Kim, Elizabeth Ryu, Leanne Yoon, and Jessica Woo
June 12, 2023
Image by Daniel Beck.

Let’s Rap About Study Music

Daniel Beck, Catherine Park, Leanne Yoon, and Jessica Woo
June 4, 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
Design by Jimin Shin.

Dear Jimin: Sincerely, Glum Gardener

Jimin Shin, Leanne Yoon, and Jessica Woo
May 18, 2023
Dog in Gogh’s Starry Night. Artwork created by DALL-E.

Brushstrokes Versus Algorithms

Oliver Park, Leanne Yoon, Jessica Woo, and Dylan Wang
May 16, 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
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
The Blue Band shares a shining moment with fellow players and the audience. Photo by Mr. Hutchings.

Middle Schoolers Take on a Musical Challenge

Leewen Wang, Annie Cho, Elizabeth Ryu, Dylan Wang, Jessica Woo, and Leanne Yoon
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
Illustration by Jessica Woo.

Crying on One Side and Smiling on the Other

Jessica Woo, Catherine Park, Dylan Wang, and Luna Kang
May 1, 2023
Style or Standard? Graphic by Solah Han.

Picture-Perfect Standards Put Pressure on Students

Apple Jun, Leanne Yoon, Elizabeth Ryu, Jessica Woo, and Solah Han
April 19, 2023
Graphic by Solah Han.

Colleen Hoover Skips the Sophomore Slump

Jio Kim, Jade Lee, Elizabeth Ryu, and Jessica Woo
March 28, 2023
Graphic by Oliver Park.

The Future is Here: My Experience with Smart Home Technology

Oliver Park, Jessica Woo, Elizabeth Ryu, and Jade Lee
March 20, 2023
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