• October 24-25: HS KISAC JV Girls Volleyball Tournament @DIS
  • October 24-25th: MS/HS KISAC Cross Country @KISJ
  • October 23-25th: HS KISAC HS Varsity Girls & HS Boys Volleyball Tournament @NLCS/KISJ/SJA
  • October 21st, Tuesday: HS Volleyball Friendly Match vs. DMHS @Camp Walker
  • October 16-18th: K-5 DNUE College of English Educaiton: ES Class Observation
  • October 16-18th: MS KISAC MS Soccer Tournament @NLCS/BHA
  • 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
Students’ growing reliance on AI risks dulling their creativity and critical thinking. The new AI policy encourages collaboration with technology while preserving independent thought and originality.
New AI policy shapes discussions, curriculum, and expectations
Students who wish to suggest changes to the lunch menu should go to the Cafeteria page on the DIS website and look to the bottom left corner. The button links directly to the Feedback Form.
Cafeteria feedback form dishes up voices
Students line up at the Snack Shop before the University Fair, picking out treats to enjoy before their ASAs. Two managers handle the busy crowd with quick service and friendly demeanors, keeping the line moving smoothly.
J&J Catering renovates cafeteria Snack Shop
High School Student Council members sophomore Kaylie Jeong and junior Oliver Park splash water on Secretary William Seo in a burst of laughter and cheers. The playful moment served as a joyful finale, wrapping up the day’s festivities with spirited energy.
Community festa rocks with music, dance, and cultural flair
mCLASS, owned by Amplify, provides literacy assessments for elementary classrooms all over the world. Teachers learn from the results and fill gaps in learning.
New mCLASS tests shape literacy development in elementary classrooms
The newly posted “Jetnasium—Rules of Use” greets students at the gym entrance, outlining updated guidelines. Over the summer, DIS administrators created custom posters to encourage proper use of the facility.
Jetnasium policy changes for middle and high school recess
Office workers fall into concern, as they calculate the exorbitant amount of money needed to raise a family.
Economic woes spur rise of “non-wedding” trend
Muslim students in Korean public schools struggle during mealtime. Unable to eat pork, they resort to rice and simple side dishes for lunch.
Fish out of water: Muslim exclusion in Korean schools
Mrs. Willette diligently lays out vocabulary cards on her deck. The colorful rims of the cards reflect her playful and quirky personality.
Mother and teacher by day, gamer by night 
Following its rebranding in 2021, Meta offers a variety of augmented reality digital content. Users immerse themselves in all corners of the virtual space, from videos to games.
Invisible codes infiltrate daily lives and raise doomsday concerns 
Mrs. Nunes introduces herself to her elementary ELL class. She shares her love of winter sports, her Rhode Island roots, and the crazy adventures she had with her cousins.
New ELL teacher anchors in Daegu
With the book she used to write her final review in hand, Jessica Woo reflects on her final journey as an Editor-in-Chief.
Farewell from the 2024-2025 Editor-in-Chief
Justin Bieber loses "swag" as fans are left despondent with the release of a disappointing new album.
SWAG II: the sequel nobody asked for
Even through the dire heat, Tipsy’s guitarist and vocalist strums along to “Congratulations” by Day 6 with a smile on his face. Audience members can be seen wearing Tipsy-branded hats, as they nod along to the music.
Daegu’s inaugural indie fest unfolds amidst blazing skies
Apple’s latest iPhone 17 Pro comes with significant design changes. Especially, the changes in the new camera design come with ambivalent opinions.
Apple ripe for a comeback this “Techtember”
Conan Gray released his fourth studio album, featuring tracks that highlight his evolving artistry and connect with listeners. The digital release is expected to attract attention, though the vinyl edition may see limited demand.
Conan Gray reembraces his identity with release of new album
Inside the shelves of a local record shop, rows of vinyl albums stretch across the wall. These spaces give indie musicians a chance to be heard outside major labels, and even today, they remain cultural touchstones for fans looking outside of the mainstream.
The rise and rebranding of indie music
"Love After Divorce" unhooked separation from shame and depicted each cast member as a multidimensional character rather than a one-note caricature.
‘Dolsing’ media rebrands divorce into empowerment
Twisted fandoms and eye-catching articles blindly abuse star players, prospects, and their teams. Even Son is no exception to relentless criticism from the media.
When headlines cause harm: sensationalism in Korean sports journalism
Through the Yellow Envelope Act, the Lee administration emphasized labor equality by expanding worker support and curbing corporate influence. Direct negotiations strengthened labor advocacy, yet restrictions on compensation demands raised concerns about limiting management decisions.
Yellow lights flash for the Yellow Envelope Act
Exhausted students chase after unrealistic standardized test scores while sacrificing sleep and money. The endless grind for the SAT and college applications serve as a driving reason for students to attend SAT hagwons. 
SAT prep academies in Korea: overpriced and overhyped
A girl sits lost in thought, not able to identify the cultural items of her Korean root. The heavily Western focused education she received interfered with her understanding of her very own nation's traditions.
Western-focused education sidelines Korean history and culture
Taught the values of free speech, but punished for using it, students find themselves silenced in the very institutions meant to empower them. This carries over to adulthood, creating a meek, silent population.
Too young for rights, old enough for blame
Members of the Korean Confederation of Trade Unions march through downtown Daegu, chanting for their rights. However, many of their demands lack feasibility.
Labor union protests to ease government boundaries on foreign workers
Jason Choi in third grade leaps forward to save the ball from going out of bounds. After stopping it, he quickly transitions and passes the ball to the attacking line.
Goalie turns goal-getter in Elementary Futsal Divisionals
The varsity girls erupt in celebration after a hard-fought rally, their teamwork and resilience shining in every play. United by determination, the squad’s spirit fuels their comeback momentum on the court.
Jets girls’ volleyball surges in season opener
Outside hitter Evan Rossmeisl (2) leaps forward to unleash a powerful float jump serve. His precision allows the ball to drop right in front of the opponents’ defensive positions.
Jets slay the Warriors at first high school boys’ volleyball friendly
Head Coach Willette and Assistant Coach Marchan observe the players hit and receive. Despite joining forces for the first time, they put their heads together to create new training methods for the athletes.
Coach Willette steers the Jets with co-pilot Marchan
Ms. Dennard (left) focuses on the new girls vying for a spot and reflects on their moves. Mrs. Jolly (center) gives insightful advice to newcomers in hopes of improvements at the net.
High school girls’ volleyball season begins with tough tryouts and fresh leadership on the sidelines
The JV squad listens carefully to Coach Kaschub’s short pep-talk mid game. Although tired, the boys try their best to execute their plays.
Middle school boys battle through nail-biters at SKAIS
Bleacher Boys Episode 1: Mr. Bergan and Pyo
Bleacher Boys Episode 1: Mr. Bergan and Pyo
Built Different Episode 1: Pyo and Steven
Built Different Episode 1: Pyo and Steven
Nature Speaks
Nature Speaks
Tag You're It
Tag You’re It
"DIS" School Rules Season 2 Episode 1: New Middle and High School Gym Rules
“DIS” School Rules Season 2 Episode 1: New Middle and High School Gym Rules
Screenshot
Summer Sound
Nature Speaks
Nature Speaks
Tag You're It
Tag You’re It
Screenshot
Summer Sound
Yoon Again Protest
Yoon Again Protest
Caught Up in the Blaze: Seomun Market Redevelopment
Caught Up in the Blaze: Seomun Market Redevelopment
Daegu Subway Fire Incident
Daegu Subway Fire Incident
Bleacher Boys Episode 1: Mr. Bergan and Pyo
Bleacher Boys Episode 1: Mr. Bergan and Pyo
Built Different Episode 1: Pyo and Steven
Built Different Episode 1: Pyo and Steven
"DIS" School Rules Season 2 Episode 1: New Middle and High School Gym Rules
“DIS” School Rules Season 2 Episode 1: New Middle and High School Gym Rules
"DIS" School Rules Episode 7: Mr. Zhao and the Badminton ASA
“DIS” School Rules Episode 7: Mr. Zhao and the Badminton ASA
K-pop: Beyond the Stage Episode 2: Personal Concert Experiences
K-pop: Beyond the Stage Episode 2: Personal Concert Experiences
Everyday Korean with Ann and Esther Episode 9: Going to the Hospital
Everyday Korean with Ann and Esther Episode 9: Going to the Hospital
Find the Hidden Objects: Gayageum Edition
Find the Hidden Objects: Gayageum Edition
Don’t underestimate scissors. Sure, they lose to rock. But over 40% of players throw paper.
KISAC hosts inaugural Rock, Paper, Scissors tournament
Comic: Catpuccino
Comic: Catpuccino
Spot the Differences: NHD Edition
Spot the Differences: NHD Edition
Teachers caught using confiscated phones
Teachers caught using confiscated phones
Crossword: DIS After School Activities and sports
Crossword: DIS After School Activities and sports
  • October 24-25: HS KISAC JV Girls Volleyball Tournament @DIS
  • October 24-25th: MS/HS KISAC Cross Country @KISJ
  • October 23-25th: HS KISAC HS Varsity Girls & HS Boys Volleyball Tournament @NLCS/KISJ/SJA
  • October 21st, Tuesday: HS Volleyball Friendly Match vs. DMHS @Camp Walker
  • October 16-18th: K-5 DNUE College of English Educaiton: ES Class Observation
  • October 16-18th: MS KISAC MS Soccer Tournament @NLCS/BHA
  • 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
Mikey Pierog

Mikey Pierog, Section Editor

As an experienced staff member for the past two years, Mikey Pierog is an active reporter and editor for the Jets Flyover. An array of interests excite him; He particularly enjoys making beats, playing guitar, and various video games. Mikey brings you the latest news around the campus as well as local whatabouts. 

All content by Mikey Pierog
Gorpcore illustrations by Helen Rho. Photos courtesy of Pintrest.

Hiking Shoes and Nylon Pants Make a Break in the World of Fashion

Helen Rho, Jade Lee, Grace Chae, Elizabeth Ryu, Luna Kang, and Mikey Pierog
August 31, 2022
Illustration by Lydia Ryu.

Watch No Evil, Think No Evil, Do No Evil

Jane Nam, Mikey Pierog, Grace Chae, Elizabeth Ryu, and Jade Lee
August 25, 2022
Even while doing basic tasks, you should always keep a look-out for a shark attack! Courtesy of Steam.

“Raft”: A Survival of the Fittest – and the Most Patient

Alex Park, Mikey Pierog, Jade Lee, and Elizabeth Ryu
August 3, 2022
Illustration by Jane Nam.

Best of 2021-2022: Jets Flyover Year in Review

Alyssa Chang, Jade Lee, Sarah Lee, Jane Nam, Grace Chae, Harry Cho, Dongjin Kim, Lydia Ryu, Raye Park, Alex Park, Helen Rho, Justin Park , and Mikey Pierog
May 24, 2022
Students must be interviewed to join a lab, worsening the burden imposed upon their shoulders. (Courtesy of Naver Webtoon).

A Prison Without Bars and Censorship Within the Classroom

Lydia Ryu, Mikey Pierog, Justin Park, Grace Chae, and Jade Lee
May 18, 2022
Junior Betty enjoys the free-writing session at the start of the club, which is a great way to clear her mind and cool down at the end of the school day. Photo by Andrew Shim.

The Writing Club Spotlights Talented Authors at DIS

Andrew Shim, Justin Park, Mikey Pierog, Grace Chae, and Jade Lee
May 16, 2022
Anthony and Paul tackle challenging chemistry problems themselves before explaining to the sophomores. Photo by Kaylie Jeong.

High Schoolers Step Up and Extend a Helping Hand

Kaylie Jeong, Mikey Pierog, Justin Park, Grace Chae, and Jade Lee
May 16, 2022
An animated mechanism of MonoPepT1De. Illustration by Sophie Lee.

British Medical College Pioneers New Treatment for Diabetes

Matthew Lee, Justin Park, Mikey Pierog, and Jade Lee
May 10, 2022
Goose Goose Duck has vivid animations that help players get absorbed into the game. Courtesy of Goose Goose Duck.

The New Mafia Heavyweight: “Goose Goose Duck”

Alex Park, Mikey Pierog, Jade Lee, and Grace Chae
May 8, 2022
The energy of the crowd and getting lost in the moment led to major smiles under those masks. Photo courtesy of SOAR.

Colors SOAR at Holi Celebration

Leewen Wang, Mikey Pierog, and Justin Park
May 4, 2022

Pokemon Bread: Gotta Catch’ ‘Em All!

Elizabeth Ryu, Samuel Kim, and Mikey Pierog
April 28, 2022
The National Elementary Honor Society poses after filling their bag full of trash.

Meet the Little Leaders Behind New Community Additions

Alex Seo, Mikey Pierog, and Alyssa Chang
April 27, 2022
The exterior of the store makes it really pop out of the street, in Apple's signature style. Photo courtesy of Apple.

Apple Myeongdong: Cool New Space, Same Old Stuff

Oliver Park and Mikey Pierog
April 26, 2022
Joseph gives his presentation as Mr. Jolly listens attentively. Photo by Geo Park.

Fifth Grade Proudly Presents Human Rights

Justin Park , Mikey Pierog, and Alyssa Chang
April 17, 2022
Mr. Hutchings conducted the band on the day of the event, making sure everything went smoothly. Photo by C. Gordon.

Jets Collaborate With KIMEA Schools Once Again

Mikey Pierog, Justin Park, and Jade Lee
April 17, 2022
Abhiram runs up for a layup with one hand. Photo by Mikey Pierog.

SKAC Sports Spring Back

Sarah Lee and Mikey Pierog
April 13, 2022
Courtesy of T3n.

The Dish on Discord

Jimin Shin, Mikey Pierog, and Justin Park 
April 13, 2022
An apple reseller, compared to the Garosu-gil location. Photos by Oliver Park.

Apple Stores in Korea: Retailers vs Resellers

Oliver Park, Mikey Pierog, Justin Park, and Alyssa Chang
April 11, 2022
Illustration by Jane Nam.

Being Othered: Not A Local, Not A Foreigner

Jane Nam, Mikey Pierog, Alyssa Chang, and Jade Lee
March 29, 2022
Illustration by Lydia Ryu.

9 Tips for Staying Awake (The Right Way)

Alex Park and Mikey Pierog
March 27, 2022
Link flies through the air in the trailer for the upcoming sequel to "Breath of the Wild" in the Zelda series. Courtesy of Nintendo.

2022 in Video Games: The Most Anticipated Releases

Justin Park , Mikey Pierog, and Alyssa Chang
March 23, 2022
Graphic by Alyssa Chang.

My Deep Dive into Britpop Music 

Helen Rho, Mikey Pierog, and Alyssa Chang
March 21, 2022
Poster designed by DSAA.

[Brief] DSAA Hosts Schoolwide Photo Contest

Mikey Pierog, Section Editor
March 20, 2022
Students ignore reminders of the law, and buy beer with fake IDs. Photo by Jane Nam and Grace Chae.

Teens Buy, But Sellers Get Charged 

Jane Nam, Mikey Pierog, and Alyssa Chang
March 15, 2022
Illustration by Grace Chae.

The Raw Reality of Teenage Vices in Korea

Grace Chae, Jade Lee, and Mikey Pierog
March 13, 2022
The cover for "Arceus" teases the gameplay and open-world map. Courtesy of Gamefreak.

Brand-New Game “Pokémon Legends: Arceus” Brings History to the Franchise

Alex Park, Mikey Pierog, and Jade Lee
March 9, 2022
Illustration by Sophie Lee.

AirPods Compared: Choose Wisely

Oliver Park, Mikey Pierog, and Alyssa Chang
March 1, 2022
A professional tattoo artist inks up a customer in a studio in Seoul. Courtesy of Yonhap News.

The Taboo of Tattoos in Korea

Helen Rho, Jade Lee, Mikey Pierog, and Alyssa Chang
February 28, 2022
Lydia freshens up before the shoot. Courtesy of Jinny Lee.

Unmasking Memories

Justin Park , Mikey Pierog, and Alyssa Chang
February 24, 2022
Caution: Dangerous Hashtags Ahead

Caution: Dangerous Hashtags Ahead

Jane Nam, Mikey Pierog, Jade Lee, and Alyssa Chang
February 16, 2022
Mr. Jolly deejays a set of Jets Morning Music, aired through the campus loudspeakers. Photo by Alex Seo.

DIS DJs: Everybody Curates the Morning Playlist

Alex Seo and Mikey Pierog
February 16, 2022
Ms. Choi beams in front of the famous Basilique du Sacré-Cœur in Paris. Courtesy of Ms. Choi's family.

Ms. Choi: Fresh Look on a Familiar Face

Alex Park, Mikey Pierog, Jade Lee, and Alyssa Chang
February 14, 2022
Leanne and her cousin bask in the beach sun in front of the Burj Al Arab, Dubai's most iconic hotel. Courtesy of Leanne's family.

Around the Globe With Leanne

Harry Cho, Mikey Pierog, and Justin Park 
February 10, 2022
Middle School boys meet at the net during a fierce scrimmage. Photo by Jane Nam.

On The Current Setbacks Affecting SKAC Tournaments 

Sarah Lee, Mikey Pierog, and Alyssa Chang
February 10, 2022
Graphic by Solah Han.

[Brief] SOAR Hosts Black History Month Q&A

Raye Park and Mikey Pierog
February 9, 2022
The girl scouts swear to "make the world a better place," accompanied by advisors Ms. Suozzo and Mrs. Cameron. Photo by KD Kim.

Sashes, Badges, and Smiles

Justin Park , Mikey Pierog, and Alyssa Chang
February 8, 2022
Juniors Christie and Helen boast their post-NCHS event reward – tangerines. Photo by Youni Choi.

NCHS Advisory Activity: Welcoming the Year of the Tiger

Raye Park, Mikey Pierog, and Alyssa Chang
February 8, 2022
Illustration by Lydia Ryu. Graphics by Alyssa Chang.

Must-Dos for 2022

Raye Park, Mikey Pierog, and Alyssa Chang
February 6, 2022

Pose for Tranquility: Yoga for Elementary PE Classes

Mikey Pierog and K.D. Kim
January 20, 2022
Ms. Morissette's classroom bustles with color, as decor breathes life into the room. Photo by Mikey Pierog.

How Classroom Decor Reinforces Your Studies

Mikey Pierog and Justin Park
January 18, 2022
Graphic by Alyssa Chang.

School Calendar is a Collaboration of Cultural Celebrations

Dongjin Kim, Alyssa Chang, Justin Park, Mikey Pierog, and Jade Lee
January 10, 2022
Courtesy of Wonder PH.

2021: Flyover Staff Picks

Alyssa Chang, Justin Park, Mikey Pierog, Lydia Ryu, Raye Park, Anna Tzou, Jiyun Chung, Geo Park, Jade Lee, and Jessica Woo
December 16, 2021
Chanjun's order of potato chip tteok-bokki and squid fries arrives. Photo by Chanjun's family.

Ooey Gooey Tteok-Bokki Joint Opens Up in Esiapolis

CJ Park, Mikey Pierog, and Alyssa Chang
December 8, 2021
Shohei Ohtani, the 2021 AL MVP. (Courtesy_ LA Angels Twitter)

It’s Sho-Time

Justin Park, Mikey Pierog, and Alyssa Chang
December 6, 2021
Illustration by Lydia Ryu.

Good Grades Are Not a Golden Ticket To the Ivies 

Raye Park, Mikey Pierog, and Alyssa Chang
December 6, 2021

Obsessed with Obsd.

K.D. Kim and Mikey Pierog
December 2, 2021
Boys elementary futsal team celebrates a great day in Busan. Photo by Jinny Yu.

Jets Athletics: November Review

Sarah Lee and Mikey Pierog
November 30, 2021
Illustration by Lydia Ryu.

What’s the Weirdest Dream You’ve Had?

Harry Cho, Mikey Pierog, and Lydia Ryu
November 27, 2021
McKenna and Macyn get ready to receive the ball. (Photo by Mikey Pierog)

Jets Rise to the Occasion, Barely Miss the Target

Mikey Pierog, Jinny Lee, and Alyssa Chang
November 23, 2021
Mr. Zhao revels in a nighttime hike.

Welcome, Mr. Zhao

Alex Park, Mikey Pierog, Jade Lee, and Alyssa Chang
November 22, 2021
The middle school boys' team relishes in their victory. Photo by Jinny Lee.

Middle School Futsalers Usher in the Return of SKAC Sports

Mikey Pierog, Justin Park, and Jinny Lee
November 17, 2021
Illustrations by Ellen Cho. Graphic design by Alyssa Chang.

Clash of the Tech Titans 

Oliver Park, Mikey Pierog, and Justin Park
November 10, 2021

Jet Stream November 4th, 2021

Geo Park, Jodie Lee, K.D. Kim, Mikey Pierog, Eric Cho, and Jacob Kim
November 4, 2021
Upheavals, Excitement, and Tears at Worlds 2021

Upheavals, Excitement, and Tears at Worlds 2021

Justin Park, Alyssa Chang, Mikey Pierog, and Jade Lee
November 3, 2021
Who’s Your Role Model?

Who’s Your Role Model?

Alex Park and Mikey Pierog
November 1, 2021
Illustration by Geo Park. Photo enhancement by Alyssa Chang.

Donda vs. Certified Lover Boy

Mikey Pierog, Alyssa Chang, and Justin Park
October 27, 2021
"Us," "Coraline," and "Bird Box" are three different takes on horror movie allegories.

How Hair-Raising Horror Films Reflect Society

Jane Nam, Alyssa Chang, and Mikey Pierog
October 27, 2021
While all Koreans have been eliminated from the Playoffs, MLB continues to present exciting matches.

Koreans Race for the Ring

Justin Park, Alyssa Chang, and Mikey Pierog
October 15, 2021
Illustration by Lydia Ryu.

DIS Prom Committee Makes its Debut

Mikey Pierog, Lydia Ryu, Alyssa Chang, and Jade Lee
October 10, 2021
Photo provided by Ms. Ni Thuatail.

Warm Welcomes for Ms. Ni Thuathail

Harry Cho and Mikey Pierog
September 29, 2021
Illustration by Anna Tzou.

Striving for Success

Dongjin Kim, Alyssa Chang, and Mikey Pierog
September 13, 2021

Jet Stream May 10th, 2021

Andrew Kim, Mikey Pierog, and Taein Kweon
May 10, 2021
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