• K-5 Key Club Kimchi Event: Saturday, November 30
  • Thanksgiving Break: Thursday & Friday, November 28-29
  • Grades 3-4 Christmas Origami Night: Tuesday, November 26
  • SKAIS STEM Fair: Saturday, November 23
  • High School Student Council Garden Party: Friday, November 22
  • First Day of ASA Season 2: Monday, November 18
  • Don't forget your spirit shirts on Friday
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Senior Hailey Tzou strums the electric guitar in her Halloween costume. In addition to the music, the band's cute onesies captivate the audience.
Rain or shine, DIS Community Festa thrives
Middle and high schoolers form one large Minion clan in efforts to steal the Moon.
Spooky School Spirit: Jets cap off an unforgettable Spirit Week
Elementary students light up the field as they smile and wave at the drone. It captures the Halloween magic in the air.
Too Ghoul for School: Halloween costumes haunt Spirit Week
Freshman CJ Park belts out the chorus while plucking the melody on his electric guitar. The band’s performance of the song “love.” by wave to earth leaves the audience in love with music.
Jets wrap up Season 1 with a day of jam-packed assemblies
DEIB Consultant Ms. Jessica Wei Huang explains a sample workshop plan she developed. She encourages all participants to come up with their own and implement it during Wednesday all-staff meetings.
DEIB Consultant Jessica Wei Huang returns to DIS for second annual EARCOS Weekend Workshop
Mrs. Gum, impersonating E.T., excitingly pedals her tricycle. Her basket contains all of her materials for work.
Students ditch backpacks for Anything But a Bag Day
Both excited and nervous, Aileen steps on the baseball field and announces the opening of the first game of the Korean Series. Her confident voice resounds through the stadium. Photo courtesy of the Kim family.
Lions superfan’s banner steals the show, leads to Korean Series spotlight
Every day, people lose enormous sums, even entire life-savings to such schemes of deceit. Until just 2021, vishing caused a net loss of 3,868,100,000,000 won across Korea.
Don’t fall for the trap: Voice phishing reels in innocent victims
As a foreigner, navigating and fully understanding everything in Korean remains challenging. Yet, Korea offers a vibrant and enriching way of life.
On the outside looking in
Ms. Dennard incorporates her diverse experience into the fifth-grade classroom. She asks question prompts that lead to passionate discussions in the classroom.
Twelve countries and counting: Ms. Dennard’s adventures around the world
Mr. Hortezuela beams with pride as his physics class erupts in applause, astonished by his quick mastery of a challenging physics question. Students attentively listen to every part of his explanation of the answer in detail, afraid to miss a single step of it.
Destiny calls: Mr. Hortezuela’s Korean fated adventure awaits
A name change, though seemingly just a personal decision, often reveals deeper values and beliefs.
Identity at the altar: East and West name selection
Fujino and Kyōmoto enjoy their regular day together with the money they earned by drawing mangas. This scene symbolizes Kyōmoto's character development from a shut-in to a girl who can leave her home to hang out with her friend.
Don’t look back in anger, look back in growth
My trip to the Big Apple
My trip to the Big Apple
The new Illumination franchise is bombarded with negative reviews.
Despicable Me… more like Despicable Meh
Book prices rise over the year, with people expecting the average book price to reach 20,000 won by the year 2024.
Bookworms bewildered by inflation
These six songs will have you smiling all autumn long. But this is just to get you started for this season.
Six songs for your autumn playlist
Apple showcases its newest color “Ultramarine” on this poster that is featured in stores. The iPhone 16, although lacking in innovative functions, attempts to make up for its hefty price tag with its vibrant colors.
Apple’s “It’s Glowtime” doesn’t shine
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
Women mistakenly blamed for Korea's declining fertility rates—pressured to focus solely on domestic roles.
Blame game: women bear the brunt of Korea’s birth rate crisis
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
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
Steven Jang and Akari Kojima in sixth grade rock their customized futsal uniform for Sports Day. They love the addition of their names on the back and point at it proudly.
DIS streamlines uniform and jersey purchases through new website
Cross country teams blaze a new trail at KISAC debut
Cross country teams blaze a new trail at KISAC debut
Freshman setter Agnew Kim prepares for a serve receive. She lets her teammate, Sophia Bae, know the timing of the switch for a swift transition from defense to offense.
Varsity and JV girls’ volleyball both take third at SKAIS
Health Hacks: Episode 1
Health Hacks: Episode 1
Daegu derby
From "A" to Alpha
From “A” to Alpha
Archery on trend
Ready to Teach: 1, 2, 3, ears on me!
“DIS” School Rules ep.1
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
Health Hacks: Episode 1
Health Hacks: Episode 1
Ready to Teach: 1, 2, 3, ears on me!
“DIS” School Rules ep.1
Pet Peeves Unfiltered: Bonnie Kim & Sophie Lee
Pet Peeves Unfiltered: Bonnie Kim & Sophie Lee
Eco-Lution Episode 6: Mass Consumption
Eco-Lution Episode 6: Mass Consumption
Fashion Unfiltered: Bonnie Kim & Sophie Lee
Fashion Unfiltered: Bonnie Kim & Sophie Lee
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
Comic: Miscreant #1-Faye and Kelly
Comic: Miscreant #1-Faye and Kelly
Comic: Basketball Season
Comic: Basketball Season
Comic: Brainrotcomic
Comic: Brainrotcomic
Identities of these lunch club members are hidden to protect them from university admissions officers.
Jets Tailspin: Tips for starting a lunch club from a student organizer
  • K-5 Key Club Kimchi Event: Saturday, November 30
  • Thanksgiving Break: Thursday & Friday, November 28-29
  • Grades 3-4 Christmas Origami Night: Tuesday, November 26
  • SKAIS STEM Fair: Saturday, November 23
  • High School Student Council Garden Party: Friday, November 22
  • First Day of ASA Season 2: Monday, November 18
  • 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, Editor in Chief

A six year veteran in the Flyover, Jessica Woo returns as a senior for her final Jets Flyover year. As an engaged student who loves to read and write, Jessica loves to help other students improve and always attempts to step up as a writer herself. Jessica loves to communicate 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
Both excited and nervous, Aileen steps on the baseball field and announces the opening of the first game of the Korean Series. Her confident voice resounds through the stadium. Photo courtesy of the Kim family.

Lions superfan’s banner steals the show, leads to Korean Series spotlight

Jessica Woo, Editor in Chief
November 17, 2024
Jason Lee in third grade gestures to the crowd to join in with the music in his stunning outfit. His ability to energize the crowd hints at exciting performances to come.

[Photo] Jets wrap up Season 1 with a day of jam-packed assemblies

Alex Seo, Writer
November 12, 2024
Mrs. Gum, impersonating E.T., excitingly pedals her tricycle. Her basket contains all of her materials for work.

Students ditch backpacks for Anything But a Bag Day

Jessica Woo, Editor in Chief
October 31, 2024
The elementary school soccer players stand proudly as their friends applaud them for a successful futsal season. Their sports uniforms fit perfectly with the occasion.

[Photo] Ready, set, go: Sports Day brings out competitive spirit and school pride

Annie Cho, Section Editor
October 30, 2024
Bella Park in third grade, Shanvi Cha in second grade, and Lucy Kim in third grade yawn after lunch. They cross their fingers that they won't doze off in their last class of the day.

[Photo] Rise and Shine: Pajama Day marks the start of the 2024-2025 Spirit Week

Leanne Yoon, Editor in Chief
October 28, 2024
High school English teacher Mr. Hinkle boasts his DIS spirit. His perfect blend of blue and green from last year raises anticipation for his outfit this year.

[Photo] Jam-packed week right around the corner

Jerome Kwon and Sally Lee
October 24, 2024

Find your future

Jessica Woo and Isabella Lee
September 30, 2024
Adolescents struggle from different misconceptions of mental illnesses. This leads to self diagnosis and unnecessary suspicion.

Don’t turn to TikTok

Jessica Woo, Editor in Chief
September 25, 2024
Diverse fans across all ages and genders pack the Samsung Lions Park. Although some fanatics lug the team down, families and friends energize K-baseball culture.

[Photo] Idiosyncratic and erratic sports culture dominate the peninsula

Alex Seo, Writer
September 6, 2024
12th graders Kevin Lim and Aaron Shin look at their brochures from Washington University. Through various Q&A sessions from universities, the college search of the seniors get easier throughout the day.

[Photos] From trip to transcript: High schoolers travel to Chadwick and open the gateway for university acceptances

Jessica Woo, Editor in Chief
September 3, 2024
Ms. Downie, the first grade teacher, greets parents as they enter the early childhood center. The beautiful decorations and posters around the rooms captivate families.

Jets kick off school year with engaging Back to School Night

Jessica Woo and Leanne Yoon
August 27, 2024
Senior Jackson Chiang waves at the camera as he enters the school through the new greenery of the school.

[Photos] First day of school snaps

Jessica Woo and Selina Son
August 14, 2024
Senior Ryan Oh, Isabella Lee and Kyle Lee proudly wear their varsity jackets despite the sweltering heat. Some waited for a decade for their senior status.

The new freshmen hold out nine fingers, as they mark the first day of their high school years.

Junior Apple Jun excitingly rolls the dice as she waits for her turn in the back-to-school game in her Spanish class.

Juniors William Seok and Brian Cho take a window selfie in the renovated presentation hall.

Yize Li in kindergarten takes some time to calm down his nerves as he waves to his parents before the final number of the concert.

[Photo] [Photos] Annual Spring Fine Arts Festival fills the Jetnasium

Elisa Triolo and Tamara Trindade
August 12, 2024
Tony Kim and Sean Kim in 6th grade mesmerize over the elementary displays put up by Mrs. Gum's class.

[Photo] [Photos] Springtime sketches and sonics in full bloom

Eugene Sung, Writer
June 11, 2024
Kim Yeong Woong leads the Lions in home runs. He must improve his defense if he wants to become a true superstar in the KBO.

Home run hero Kim Young Woong leads Samsung Lions on offense but shifts infield positions

Jessica Woo, Editor in Chief
May 9, 2024

[Podcast] Bet on Bonnie Episode 1: Haydn Mangione

Bonnie Kim and Jessica Woo
May 1, 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.

Greenpeace pops off bottle caps

Jessica Woo, Editor in Chief
April 2, 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, Editor in Chief
March 14, 2024
Photo by Jessica Woo.

Lee dribbles the ball to get the right feel before a free-throw.

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

[Photos] High schoolers bounce their troubles away downtown

Jessica Woo, Editor in Chief
February 26, 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
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, Editor in Chief
February 15, 2024
Kate Lee, Anna Yoon and Isabella Lee in 11th grade have a lively conversation after the performance.

[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 12, 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, Editor in Chief
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, Jessica Woo, and Selina Son
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
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