Academics

The Difficulties of Being a Student-Athlete

By: Angela Shim The IB program is known for being rigorous and demanding. Between assessments, papers, and projects, students must learn to manage their time effectively to find success in their academics.  Students who participate in athletics alongside school especially must use their time productively. During their respective school sports seasons, student-athletes practice after school for a few hours, taking up a significant portion of … Continue reading The Difficulties of Being a Student-Athlete

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The Art of Music Education: Indescribable with a Thousand Words

Bezalel Song, Writer At first glance, many people underestimate music education in school as secondary or peripheral to nurture students. However, from composing music to performing on stage, GSIS students discover the true joy of music that is indescribable with a thousand words. In daily life, whether through a chapel session or a music streaming platform, people often encounter a variety of music with various … Continue reading The Art of Music Education: Indescribable with a Thousand Words

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Academics

Music & Majesty in Orchestra: Phosphene Club

Bezalel Song, Writer Have you ever thought of performing music on stage? Phosphene, a student-led group meeting every Monday after school, fosters GSIS students to pour out their time and effort in the Band room to “serve the community with musical excitement.” Under the administration of Bezalel Song, Phosphene has been faithfully “serving the community with musical excitement.” As the club slogan indicates, Phosphene participated … Continue reading Music & Majesty in Orchestra: Phosphene Club

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School News, Student Life

Now LIVE: The GSIS Broadcast

Brian Jeen, Writer Have you noticed anything different during homeroom time? Have your teachers shown a video in class where GSIS students report upcoming events? That is the GSIS Broadcast, a student-led program implemented in Publications earlier this school year.  Since the GSIS Broadcast is organized by Publications classes, I talked to different Publications members and discussed their thoughts on our new broadcast. One of … Continue reading Now LIVE: The GSIS Broadcast

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Sports, Student Life, Winter Sports

Spirit Raisers: A Look into GSIS’ Cheerleading Team

During the winter sports season, cheerleaders play a crucial— but often underappreciated— role when it comes to basketball games. Unlike other varsity sports, cheerleading has a more inclusive age range— allowing all students to join and participate. Both boys and girls are welcome to join, as it would create more balance within the team— however, GSIS’ team mostly comprises of girls from grades 8 to 12.  Continue reading Spirit Raisers: A Look into GSIS’ Cheerleading Team

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School News, Student Life

We’re All in This Together: Perspectives on School Spirit Week

Which school event would you say is the best? Personally, I would proudly say Spirit Week. What I love about Spirit Weeks is the school pride I feel when I see everyone wearing clothes following the new theme every day— whether it’s twin day or pajama day, we’re all in it together as a school. However, I also wanted to hear from other community members and learn about their perspectives on the event. Continue reading We’re All in This Together: Perspectives on School Spirit Week

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Fall Sports, School News, Sports, Student Life

Game, Set, Match!: Reflections on GSIS’ Tennis Season

This fall season, GSIS’ varsity boys’ and girls’ tennis teams finally played conference games and at tournaments after three years of no games due to COVID-19. The knights faced many challenges, but they fought fiercely until the end. As a result, the boys placed 6th, and the girls placed 7th overall in the KAIAC blue division.  Continue reading Game, Set, Match!: Reflections on GSIS’ Tennis Season

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World News

The Itaewon Halloween Tragedy

On October 29th, 2022, Halloween festivities in Seoul’s Itaewon neighborhood resulted in a fatal crowd crush that left at least 150 people dead. Thousands of fully costumed partygoers rushed out into the nightlife district to enjoy one of the year’s largest festivals. Unfortunately, the night resulted in Korea’s worst recorded disaster, after the Sewol Ferry Disaster in 2014.  Continue reading The Itaewon Halloween Tragedy

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The Volleyball Libero: The Backbone of the Team

Liberos, also known as defensive specialists, have one of the most essential roles in a volleyball team. Liberos are responsible for receiving balls from one side of the court and safely passing the ball to the setter. During this year’s KAIAC season, both the varsity girls’ and boys’ volleyball teams had successfully won multiple times due to the help of their liberos.  Continue reading The Volleyball Libero: The Backbone of the Team

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