Dalat International School: Senior Scribble

By Noah Kaney Last week, the Dalat Varsity Girls soccer team travelled to Seoul, Korea to compete in the annual Asian Christian School Conference (ACSC) hosted by Yongsan International School of Seoul. Leaving on Monday and returning Sunday, the girls spent the week playing soccer and touring the streets of Seoul.  The girls fought hard throughout the tournament, and ultimately finished fourth overall out of seven teams. They had notable wins against Faith and GSIS, a draw against Morrison, and unfortunate losses against ICS Hong Kong, ICS Bangkok, and host school YISS. However, playing on a field unfamiliar to our team proved a challenge.  Senior defender Natalie Khor had this to say about the challenging pitch: "The field was one of the most difficult things about playing there. The ground was hard, and the artificial turf was so short. The ball bounced unusually high, and we just weren’t used to that type of field so we were at a disadvantage."  Despite a difficult pit...

By William Johnston This last week, the Varsity Girls Soccer team flew to South Korea to compete in the ACSC competition held on the YISS campus in South Korea. Our team had been training tirelessly for months with their coaches Uncle Keith and Ms. Weidemann and were excited to compete with other schools from around Asia. Unfortunately, the team's first few days were not as smooth as they had hoped. The flat and hard field made of fake grass and concrete was quite different from what they were used to, and they had not brought the right shoes, causing many players to slip during the games. On the first day, the girls lost to ICS Bangkok with a score of 2-1. The second day was a little more hopeful with a loss to YISS by one point and ended in a draw with Morrison. The referees made some questionable calls that led to disappointment for the girls Despite the early setbacks, the girls managed to turn things around and win their next two games against Faith and GSIS with scores of 2-0...

By Taewoo Song On Tuesday, April 18th, the Track & Field team of Dalat School, comprising 18 boys, 18 girls, and 3 coaches, left Penang to participate in the ACSC (Asian Christian School Conference) in Taiwan. The Dalat team managed to secure the third position overall thanks to their dedication to the sport and long hours of practice. The ACSC conference is held every year and highlights the skills of the most talented track and field athletes from four different schools. The event took place at Morrison Academy Taichung, where athletes participated in various competitions such as running, jumping, and throwing. To get a better understanding of the experience the students had during the trip, I interviewed a Freshman girl named Soo Song, who went to Taiwan representing Dalat. Interview with Soo Song (9): TS: How was the Taiwan trip? SS: It was a new experience… I had lots of fun meeting new people and bonding more with my Dalat friends who went on the trip with me. I would definit...

By Ryan Chew Last week, Dalat’s Track & Field team attended the ACSC (Asian Christian School Conference), and placed in third place overall.   ACSC is an annual conference that features 4 schools of the most talented track and field athletes. The event is being held at Morrison Academy Taichung, where athletes compete in various events, including running, jumping, and throwing. On the first day, the competition kicked off with the 400m hurdles heats, in which Dalat had taken many points for the team. Even though Dalat was against more experienced athletes, they managed to turn the expectations of other schools. The 5000m was another highlight for the team. The athletes pushed themselves to the limit, pacing themselves at incredible speeds, and the crowd erupted into applause as they crossed the finish line. The second day of the conference was long for Dalat’s athletes. The 100m sprints were some of the most exciting events of the day, with athletes showcasing their speed ...

By Noah Lee On Thursday, the 13th of April, the Dalat high school Choir Concert took place. There were two groups that presented separately: the Choir and Show Choir groups. Both groups worked hard and prepared themselves for the whole semester to present themselves on this day. During preparation week, the Show Choir gathered in the halls every morning at 7:15 in the morning to practice their singing and dancing with Ms. Goh, the Choir and Show Choir teacher. Ms. Goh tried her best to hype the members on, “Come on everyone! I know it’s morning, but you gotta force the energy out!” Along with the singers and dancers, the tech theater team also woke up early in the morning to get to their stations. Joshua Emmanuel, the ace of the tech team, said, “To help with the choir concert, I have to wake up early every day.”  As the Show choir danced and sang, the Tech team made many adjustments to the lights and screening. Thanks to them, the stage was lit with fabulous colors and various fan...

By KyuHwi Han  Our voices filled the room, bouncing off each other, creating a surreal atmosphere as Ms. Goh conducted the room. The show choir girls stood in front of the mirror, their shawls tinkling with tiny shingles, trying to adjust their costumes, while the boys randomly started doing push-ups to “tone their arms” for the performance. There was a buzz in the air: the first live concert in two years. It was a rebirth and a change—a step away from videos and an empty audience.   “This is the night, guys,” Nicole Khor (12) said, “Let’s go all out.”   And all out we did.   Harbor Hall erupted with the cheers of excited elementary kids, overwhelmed middle schoolers, and supportive parents. We tried our best to sweep them away into a nostalgic Arabian night, then transitioned into a beloved Disney medley. As we stretched our arms out towards the audience, striking our last pose, the rest of the choir rustled backstage to get ready.   Just as...

By Yoseph Yang During the recent spring break, students from Dalat International School spent their holidays in different places, but this year, more people spent their time exploring the culture and beauty of Japan than ever before. The trip to Japan allowed these students to immerse themselves in a new and different culture, learn about Japanese customs and traditions, and explore the country’s iconic landmarks and attractions. Some students visited the bustling city of Tokyo, while others chose to explore the quieter cities and towns of Kyoto and Hiroshima. Most began their journey in different provinces away from Tokyo or other destinations and traveled their way gradually, thus allowing them to experience a wider variety of Japanese culture. Individually, the students could tailor their trips to their interests and preferences. Some visited historic temples and shrines, while others explored the colorful world of Japanese pop culture through anime and manga museums. Many also had ...

By Sharon Kang First day back from Spring Break, a dark blue wall separated us from the ocean.  The usual calm sea that greeted us as we entered the school campus was blocked. Because I was out of the country during Spring Break, I looked forward to watching the sunrise and sunset by the swings. But I only saw glimpses of it in the sky, buried mostly by the blue wall.  Thankfully, the dorm students had the privilege to still have the ocean view; however, they could not completely avoid the constructions as they watched the vintage chapel being destroyed. Many students at Dalat commented on this new change.  Jasmine Hassan (12) said, “Dang, I wish I could see the view. This barrier covers it all.”  Another student, Eleanor Emis (12), said, “It’s so sad because we won’t be able to enjoy the ocean view during our last few months left of high school.” Similarly, I also felt sad that there won’t be more talking by the swings while watching the sunset. Many also commented ...

By Sahana Selvaraja Penang, Malaysia—an exotic destination that lures travelers far and wide with its unique blend of culture, nature, and adventure. Those who chose to stay in Penang indulged in the ultimate island experience: basking in the sun's warmth, taking refreshing dips in the sea, and exploring the lively buzz of the street vendors in Georgetown, or simply sleeping 12 hours a day in the comfort of their bedrooms without showering for days.  But for those with a thirst for adventure, the broader region of Southeast Asia beckoned.  It was finally that time of the year for the Impact Trips.  From the lively town of Bandung, Indonesia, to the royal capital of Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei, our students have discovered new cultures, made new friends, and created memories that will last a lifetime. On the first trip to Indonesia, students partnered with local ministries to provide service opportunities, using sports and English to connect with youths in local prisons an...