As the year has come to an end, it is now time to say good-bye to some of our most beloved teachers. Join us in a final farewell: Music sources: N°097 – Michael, Play – Steven O’Brien, DJ Khaled I’m The One (INSTRUMENTAL) – Prod. Jed Official … Keep Reading
After receiving more than 40 percent of the vote, liberal President Moon Jae-in was officially sworn into office on May 10. Preceded by the impeachment of former president Park Geun-hye, and amid the escalating tensions with North Korea, this new change in leadership comes at… Keep Reading
On May 4, House Republicans passed their version of Obamacare, the American Health Care Act (AHCA). In a close 217-213 vote, Trumpcare made its way through the House and a step closer to becoming a legitimate health care law. But as the bill moves closer… Keep Reading
In an unexpected and controversial move, President Donald J. Trump fired director of the FBI James B. Comey, on May 9. Comey was in the midst of an FBI investigation as to whether or not there had been Russian influence on the 2016 presidential election.… Keep Reading
When he fumbled a ripped note into my hands at summer camp and pleaded with me to “please read it alone,” I prayed that it wasn’t a love letter. But as my fingers fished for a confession, they stumbled across an unexpected one: “I’m gay.”… Keep Reading
By Michelle Lee Since early May, Apple has experienced an unexpected decline in its stocks, reaching its lowest point in two years. The company had an eight-day losing streak starting on May 4, as their stocks have plummeted 12 percent since the beginning of 2016.… Keep Reading
Her wrinkles were cracks of youth eroded by disaster The chasms had breathed in the sweat of strange men (at one point she stopped counting) who spoke in noises & gurgles; incomprehensive her skin perfumed by the aroma: an undertone of war buried in the pungency of… Keep Reading
Last month, the Counseling Department collaborated with the leadership team and parents of students to bring to the student body a series of career presentations. Some of the most desirable jobs were covered, but with their busy schedules, many of the speakers were not able… Keep Reading
This interview was conducted by Claire Kim, thanks to Johneth Park, a corporate lawyer at Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP. What were your personal motivations in becoming a lawyer? My father actually wanted to be a lawyer. A long time ago, very few people… Keep Reading
This interview was conducted by Nicholas Kim, thanks to Yeonghan Choi, the Director General of the Foreign Affairs and Unification Committee in the National Assembly. What should students anticipate as they enter the service? We, as members of the foreign service, enhance friendly relationships with the… Keep Reading
They say there are two ways to tell time: by the ticking of a clock (obviously), and by the growling of the stomach. The latter has always been my go-to morning alarm; and the ringing tummy has but only one way to hit snooze. They… Keep Reading
This interview was conducted by Soomin Chun, thanks to Dr. Christopher Hansung Ko, Ph.D, who is the CEO of Samsung Bioepis, a biopharmaceutical firm. Did other companies not come to try to block the entry of lower priced medicine like yours? That’s why we formed our… Keep Reading
This interview was conducted by Ariel Lee, thanks to Joonghoon Park, who is an actor, director, and star in the media industry. What were some initial perceptions of acting and how did this differ from reality? When you’re acting as an amateur, it’s really fun… Keep Reading
Hosted by Quill and Scroll and HSSC, the new HSSC Executive Election Debates are a new initiative made to bring the candidates closer to you, the students, than ever before. It gave audiences the opportunity to decide which candidate is the best suited to hold… Keep Reading
But I don’t want to live in Colorado, she says, we’ve been on the phone for two hours and she tells me this now. Why, I ask, and she tells me about her rule, it’s something in the name, she doesn’t like it It sounds… Keep Reading
Wrap it with a question mark; it speaks for itself it confuses itself it twists and curves and dives into uncertainty, ends it all with a period a dot a mark of finality, as if to suggest that curiosity is a finality. Show it in… Keep Reading
I fumble out of the warmth of the white cotton. I tiptoe across the room and into the hallway—scared my footsteps would make the wood under whine. I rush myself into the buzz of the morning subway: a man consumed by the pixels of a… Keep Reading
You can’t bring up drugs or alcoholism in a school publication. Even a music review! This is a school, a learning environment. Yes, we understand. We high school students are pure and virginal and we must do everything to avoid corrupting our fragile little minds!… Keep Reading
In the months following the Paris attacks in November, the wheels of politics and media have turned to divide the world in furious debate over issues like immigration, surveillance, and military action in the Middle East. While the political consequences of the Paris attacks have… Keep Reading
The High School Winter Concert features students of all ages in musical performances ranging from choral ensembles to orchestral groups. Participation to the musical arts requires a dedication that equals the passion athletes exude for sports. In this feature, we highlight just a few of… Keep Reading
On Oct. 12, the South Korean government announced its proposal to become the sole regulator of the content of history textbooks used in curriculums. The current system implemented in 2010 allowed high schools to choose their textbooks from eight major publishing companies. However, the government’s… Keep Reading
Islamic State of Iraq and the Syria (ISIS), a terrorist group that gained notoriety in 2014 for its mass killings, abductions, and beheadings, threatened to bomb COEX, a large shopping mall complex on Oct. 25. In an alleged posting on social media, the group threatened… Keep Reading
The SIS community welcomed twelve new teachers for the 2015-2016 academic year: Ms. Bruttig, Ms. Feng, Mr. Green, Ms. Harman, Ms. Lin, Ms. Mitchell, Ms. Morales, Ms. Sadler, Mr. Silber, Mr. Thomson, Ms. Shelby, and Mr. Richie. Disclaimer: Ms. Alyssa Shelby and Mr. David Richie… Keep Reading
Hours of practice and preparation culminate in the Association of International Schools in Asia (AISA) and KAIAC tournaments, where teams are given an opportunity to showcase the skills they have polished since the beginning of the season. From Oct. 15-18, the volleyball teams travelled to… Keep Reading
Sometimes, even the most common experience holds a special place in your heart: A young girl thrusts open the gym door and leaves the frenzy of jump ropes and screaming children. The purple frustration of a girl struggling to secure her next grip on the… Keep Reading