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.
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Tommy Jang in 11th grade attempts to catch the foul ball launched by a batter with his glove, but fails to do so. Spectators in baseball stadiums are allowed to catch and keep the ball that are flown to them during games.
Student Council swings for the fences but the Lions strike out
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
The health-care workforce protests with passion in response to the newly announced transformation. Unprepared increase of the medical admissions quota leads to the downfall of medical education.
Expansion of Medical Admissions Quota in South Korea: Doctors’ Perspective
Pregnant teens in Korea are often shamed and suffer from intense stigmatization.
The trials of teen pregnancy
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
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
This moment of love between warriors of two planets who come together as one solidifies the message of peace and unity the film highlights. Illustration by Elisa Triolo.
Dune: Part Two spellbinds theaters in 2024
Stardew Valley, the indie game developed by ConcernedApe, offers players several ways to earn a ton of in-game loot. Illustration by Christine Park.
Stardew Success: Earn endless income in the hit indie game
(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
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
Kim Yeong Woong leads the Lions in homeruns. He must improve his defense if he wants to become a true superstar in the KBO.
Homerun hero Kim Young Woong leads Samsung Lions on offense but shifts infield positions
Although tryouts have gifted DIS success in sports tournaments, some posit that they take the chance away from prospective athletes.
Volleyball tryouts do not lead to net gains
Midfielder Leewen Wang dribbles across the field and gets through five defenders. Her teammate Amy sprints to assist her.
Jets suffer defeat in the Daegu derby
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
Owners dont know if they want to be with their pets or be them.
Jets Tailspin: Standard of living higher for pets than humans in Korea
DIS Crossword 4
DIS Crossword 4
Mary Cho
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
Catherine Park
Comic: The Struggling Senior
[Podcast] Bet on Bonnie Episode 1: Haydn Mangione
[Podcast] Bet on Bonnie Episode 1: Haydn Mangione
[Podcast] Jets Jukebox Episode 1: Bleachers, Self-Titled
[Podcast] Jet’s Jukebox Episode 1: Bleachers, Self-Titled
Triple Tune Twist
Triple Tune Twist
Peculiar Bites: Pizza Edition
Peculiar Bites: Pizza Edition
Why did you come to DIS?
Why did you come to DIS?
From Glitter to Goo: Science Fun Night
From Glitter to Goo: Science Fun Night
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
The Trouble with Textbooks

The Trouble with Textbooks

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February 29, 2024
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