• HS Volleyball Friendly vs. DMHS @ DIS Tuesday, September 16th
  • SAT Saturday, September 13th
  • Don't forget your spirit shirts on Friday
The Student News Site of Daegu International School

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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
Junior Leewen Wang engages in an insightful conversation about the admissions process with a college official from the University of Colorado Boulder. Her attentive expression reflects both curiosity and enthusiasm as she learns more about potential opportunities for her future.
Jetnasium opens doors to international study through Wren University Fair
Determined to join his favorite activity, senior Brian Cho launches SchoolsBuddy on registration day. His first click goes straight to the Visual Arts Club.
New system launches for extracurricular activities registration, attendance and messaging
The hall echos with cheerful laughter and jokes as sophomore Agnew Kim leads the way with parents alongside. The group pauses at each corner to explore the latest changes around the campus.
Back to School Night showcases academic roadmap for students
Freshman Stella Kwon serves herself a portion of savory acorn jelly salad. With the new staff in place, the cuisine brings a refreshed flavor compared to last year.
J&J Catering earns three year contract to service DIS cafeteria
Seventh grader Steven Jang flexes with his new spirit shirt. He and his Learning Lab pals grabbed their new gear in the conference room during the first week of school.
Glider returns to center stage on new spirit shirts
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
Plastic cups spill out onto the street from an overstuffed garbage bag. Fallen cherry blossom petals blanket the ground around it.
Petals beneath plastic
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
An SKT user reacts in shock to the news of a massive data breach. The incident sparked widespread concerns over privacy and security.
Korea’s largest carrier faces unprecedented data breach
Vocaloid Hatsune Miku comforts Ado with her unreachable hands as the singer reminisces the darkest days of her life. From her two-dimensional world, Miku gifted Ado the courage she needed to achieve her dream.
Ado blends melancholy past with electric persona at her “Shinzou” concert
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
As a new alternative to TikTok, Xiao Hong Shu enters the Korean social media scene amid concerns about mental health and user safety.
Rednote enters Korean media: a smarter, riskier rival to TikTok    
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
The junior varsity girls basketball team celebrates their championship victory, proudly displaying their first-place medals and hoisting the trophy after a series of hard-fought games.
Jets bring home gold and bronze after a competitive day on the court
The JV girls proudly gather wearing their bronze medals around their necks. Their close-knit formation captures the hard work and team spirit behind their achievement.
Middle school JV girls claim bronze while varsity falls short
"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
"DIS" School Rules Special Episode: Rummikub Edition
“DIS” School Rules Special Episode: Rummikub Edition
Everyday Korean with Ann and Esther Episode 8: Family
Everyday Korean with Ann and Esther Episode 8: Family
Everyday Korean with Ann and Esther Episode 7: School Life
Everyday Korean with Ann and Esther Episode 7: School Life
Daegu Subway Fire Incident
Daegu Subway Fire Incident
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
"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
"DIS" School Rules Special Episode: Rummikub Edition
“DIS” School Rules Special Episode: Rummikub Edition
Everyday Korean with Ann and Esther Episode 8: Family
Everyday Korean with Ann and Esther Episode 8: Family
Everyday Korean with Ann and Esther Episode 7: School Life
Everyday Korean with Ann and Esther Episode 7: School Life
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
(Lily Lee)
Comic: What does GLIDER say?
(Elisa Triolo)
Comic: The broken trophy
  • HS Volleyball Friendly vs. DMHS @ DIS Tuesday, September 16th
  • SAT Saturday, September 13th
  • 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
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