Royce is a senior with an avid interest in history, international relations, and journalism. When he’s not going down the rabbit hole in his latest historical or political obsession for quizbowl, you can find him babysitting his two younger brothers or unleashing his alter ego as an extremely (and concerningly) avid sports fan. This is his fourth and  final year in The Spirit, and he will serve as one of the editor-in-chiefs for the 2025-2026 school year.

Olivia is a senior who is excited to serve as The Spirit’s Co-Editor-in-Chief this year! She has been part of The Spirit for four years, making this new role especially exciting. Olivia has a passion for traveling, trying new foods, and watching movies. In her free time, she loves hanging out with friends and exploring the city—especially its excellent Korean restaurant scene. She looks forward to bringing diverse perspectives and the SFHS community together to create an even stronger news publication!

Sophie is a senior who’s just happy to be here – she is ready to showcase parts of the school community that would otherwise go unnoticed! She likes anything that just adds a magical touch to the world, such as jellyfish, empty boxes, and Jasmine tea. She hopes to showcase articles that make readers look forward to the next publications.

Peter is now in his fourth and last year at SFS. In his free time, he reads the WSJ and watches the South Korean National Football Team, interests that shape the stories he covers for The Spirit. He has interviewed the entrepreneurial students behind the school’s Grilled Chicken Burger menu and written pieces about the varsity soccer coaches’ strategies for the season. This is his third year at The Spirit, where he will serve as a Community page editor.

Jina is a junior in her third year with The Spirit. Having lived across three different continents, she’s always been curious about global issues—from environmental crises to trade dynamics and political stunts. In her free time, she loves going to norebang or daring her friends to try the weirdest food on the menu. As World editor, Jina aims to take current news beyond the headlines, layering perspectives that make it worth knowing.

Chloe is a junior who constantly strives to be better than the version she was yesterday. Breaking a score on Block Blast, devising the perfect Pinterest-y outfit, resisting the temptation of yet another big cookie from Crave—you name it. She cherishes each accomplishment, however small, that brightens her day. Give her a compliment, and she’ll smile with joy in an instant! This is her second year in The Spirit, and she’s excited for what’s to come.

Eugenie is a junior that’s a fan of anything that’s “media,” from Brander Sanderson books to space documentaries, even mediocre-rated movies. She enjoys listening to music while reading or eye-shopping for clothes. Now, in her third year working on the Culture page in The Spirit, she aims to grow readers’ interest in various forms of media.

Olivia is a senior who loves spending her time out in the streets of Seoul or watching movies at home. She has always valued finding the beauty in the little details and capturing them in her photos. Being in her fourth and final year in The Spirit, she is excited to serve as the photography chief and deliver quality photos.

Erin is a junior beginning her third year as an illustrator for The Spirit. Ever since she got her first iPad for Christmas, she has developed an avid interest in illustrating. You can often find her chatting with her friends at the cafeteria and doing practically nothing next to the field. Erin never turns down an illustration request involving food, as it’s her all-time favorite thing to draw. Erin is excited to deliver the best quality illustrations!

Erin is a rising senior who is so excited to start her fourth and final year with The Spirit. She’s someone who loves to live in the moment and make the most of her time with the people around her. She also loves to express herself through art and is looking forward to another great year with the talented illustrators of our school’s magazine!

Ian is a senior in his third and final year writing for The Spirit. Having been part of SFS for over a decade now, he is excited to bring hard-working members of the SFS community into the spotlight. Ian’s passions include overspending on food, sight-reading pieces on his piano, and spending time with his baby sister. 

Chloe is a junior who’s passionate about two opposite fields: biology and journalism. As a second year writer for The Spirit, she’s excited to connect with various individuals at SFS and bring their stories to life. Chloe loves to try new things, play golf, and eat good food with her friends. She’s looking forward to another year discovering the voices that make the SFS community unique. 

Emilie is a junior who is deeply committed to learning new things and good food. Now, as a first-year writer for the Community page, Emilie is excited to share school news and uncover secrets about the many events at SFS. Other than that, Emilie loves traveling, watching movies, and finding new hobbies in Korea despite her mediocre Korean skills. She is very excited to contribute to the Spirit this year.

Claire, a sophomore and a first year community writer for The Spirit, loves writing and hopes to capture the beautiful moments that make the SFS community so special. Outside of writing, Claire enjoys playing the violin, spending time with friends and binge watching Netflix shows. She is excited to share stories that celebrate the day to day connections that make our school community more memorable. 

Nicholas, a freshman and a first-year Community writer, loves to share stories with other people and wants to do so in The Spirit. In his free time, he likes to play music and worldbuild (he is currently working on a project right now) alien planets. He looks forward to growing as a journalist and connecting with the community through his stories of SFS.

Jed is a freshman who is deeply confused about the way things work around here. His dream is to be a composer, but he knows deep down he’ll really be rotting away in a Holiday Inn for the rest of his life while the thought of a successful career haunts him. He satisfies his probation officer by writing novels in his spare time. A pitiful existence, indeed.

Olivia, a sophomore and a first year lifestyle writer, is an endlessly curious person who loves exploring new things — whether it's discovering underrated songs on Spotify, trying new foods, or watching the latest Netflix shows/movies. She naturally developed her love for writing during her childhood, especially through reading books and completing personal narrative projects in school. Through The Spirit, Olivia hopes to channel her curiosity into articles that inform and entertain her school community. 

To Tabitha, a sophomore in her second year writing for The Spirit’s Lifestyle page, writing is a way to discover wonder in the mundane. She has been passionate about journalism since she was 10, publishing a newsletter for her family during COVID and interviewing local activists. When not writing, you might find her doing pottery, playing the crossword, or watching the sunset on the Han river—always collecting ideas for her next article. 

Yujune is a sophomore joining The Spirit for the first time as a lifestyle writer. When he’s not debating who the best Clash Royale player in his grade is, he 
divides his time between playing basketball, viola, and badminton, or sometimes teaching kids about Korean history. His interest in writing stems from a book-writing project in fifth grade, and he hopes to make creative, meaningful contributions to The Spirit this year. 

Jia is a sophomore with hopes of making others feel recognized through her articles, as a first year writer for The Spirit’s Lifestyle page. Outside of writing, she enjoys playing tennis, listening to Daniel Caesar’s songs, and going on walks with friends. Most days, you’ll find her at the cafeteria, getting a chocolate chip cookie. She looks forward to showcasing authentic high school life through The Spirit!

Annette is a junior who is in her second year of writing for The Spirit. Passionate about current events and philosophy, she likes to explore various topics by looking at the bigger picture. Between schoolwork and writing, you can find Annette drawing, reading, or working on word puzzles—activities that challenge her to see things differently. She is eagerly looking forward to bringing a new perspective to The Spirit that is not only insightful, but also intriguing. 

Jeneve, a junior with a strong passion for history and writing, discovered her love for journalism through an assignment on international politics in dance. Now a second-year writer for The Spirit’s World page, she enjoys exploring Southeast Asian issues and learning through documentaries. Outside the classroom, she dedicates much of her time to dance and painting. Jeneve is super excited to continue bringing greater awareness to global and local issues through her writing.

Chris, a sophomore with a strong passion in history and global politics, discovered his love for writing through a history assignment in middle school. In his first year as a writer for The Spirit, he enjoys exploring issues within American politics and learning through discussions. Beyond writing, he devotes much of his time to music and swimming. Chris is excited to bring greater awareness to global issues through his writing. 

Avery is a sophomore and a first-year writer for The Spirit’s World page. She’s interested in learning about global issues and how they connect history, culture, and current events. Outside of writing, Avery enjoys playing the violin, watching sunsets, and spending time relaxing with her cat. She looks forward to broadening her perspective of the world through journalism this year. 

Lewis is a sophomore who refuses to let the cold weather stop him from wearing shorts year-round. Named after the author C.S. Lewis, he has a knack for creativity – whether it’s through playing basketball, listening to music, or putting James Harden on his well-deserved pedestal. He also believes in staying even-keeled and chill, both literally and figuratively. As a first-year culture writer for The Spirit, Lewis hopes to bring a fresh perspective to the page. 

Tim is a sophomore with a strong passion for basketball, traveling, and movies. He has been a part of The Spirit’s Culture page for 2 years and is excited to continue exploring and sharing unique, thought-provoking topics. Outside of writing, he enjoys spending time trying new foods with his friends and family, often seeking lesser-known restaurants around Seoul. He looks forward to making greater contributions to The Spirit this year.   

Ellie is a sophomore in her first year as a staff writer for The Spirit’s Culture page. When she’s not reading or writing, she can usually be found playing one of many sports (and is always sore from them), enjoying good food, or trying to convert her friends into country music fans. She’s excited to explore new topics and dive deeper into trends, sports, and media this year. 

Edilyn is a sophomore, a first-year writer for The Spirit’s Culture page. She loves exploring the intersections of art and everyday life through music, movies, and theatre. Passionate about storytelling, she enjoys writing about cultural issues and how they shape how we connect. Outside of writing, you can find her ordering an iced green tea in Crave or discovering new artists to add to her playlist. She’s excited to share creative takes on culture this year.

Yune is a junior who strives to embrace new challenges. After discovering her interest in photography through her Personal Project, she is now pushing herself further by taking part in The Spirit as a photographer. Yune aspires to capture the essence of school life to help students cherish shared experiences at SFS. Beyond photography, she spends her leisure time searching for new foods to try or reading about the latest scientific discoveries in the news. 

Ivan is a junior who takes interest in various forms of art, including photography. As a returning member of The Spirit, Ivan aims to build his photography skills and help visually tell stories about the community. Outside The Spirit, Ivan enjoys watching movies and hanging out with friends. He is looking forward to another year of working collaboratively for The Spirit.

Aidan is a junior whose goal is to become a risk taker. After being given a digital camera as an encouraging present, he constantly clicks the shutter button at every moment. In doing so, he wishes that a specific field of photography will capture his interest. Outside The Spirit, you will most likely find him in the gym playing volleyball, or even at the cafe with a hershey’s chocolate drink.

Edward is a junior who has initiated his tenure as a photographer for The Spirit. Driven initially by technical mastery of the camera, his goal shifted to capturing emotion through abstraction. Outside The Spirit, he takes a keen interest in playing the cello, music production, and watching American Football.

Nora is a junior who is excited to serve as a photographer for The Spirit. Through this experience, Nora hopes to further develop her creativity and technical photography skills to capture high-quality, meaningful photos. Other than photography, Nora loves playing sports, especially badminton and volleyball. She also loves listening to music and watching movies and dramas. She is looking forward to contributing to The Spirit!

Riyaansh is a sophomore who gave his long-ignored camera a purpose and discovered his love for photography. As a new member of The Spirit, he’s excited to contribute creative visuals however he can. When he’s not out and about, he’s probably producing or listening to music, lifting weights (Thanks to his older brother), or cooking something. Quiet but imaginative, this man loves the winter season, itching for the next snow day.

Kelly is a sophomore who holds a deep interest for art whether it be expressing herself through photography, or through other creative endeavors like visual arts. She enjoys capturing memories through different mediums like her disposable camera or a digital camera. As a returning member of The Spirit this year, she strives to capture the intricate nature of the high school community. Outside of the magazine, Kelly spends time playing volleyball, creating art, and listening to music. 

Alice is a senior who not only loves art, but also music, books, and traveling. Powered by her interest in digital art and design, she joined the Spirit, and has been drawing for the magazine since sophomore year. She hopes that she can add quality graphics to the magazine through her art this year. Overall, she looks forward to contributing to the Spirit and helping bring stories to life through her illustrations!

Jiwoo is a junior taking part in her first year as an illustrator of The Spirit. Although her main interests lie in psychology and economics, she enjoys exploring different forms of art and often finds inspiration through visual art as well as music. Outside of creating illustrations, Jiwoo loves to have a go at new experiences, spend time with her friends, and visit art museum exhibits. She is looking forward to contributing her illustrations to the publication and bringing the SFS community’s stories to life.

Soomin is a sophomore in her first year as an Illustrator for The Spirit. Outside of drawing for illustration requests, she enjoys reading graphic novels, while listening to music/songs ranging from bossa nova to indie rock. She also enjoys playing the NYT crosswords, and hopes to finish one some day without using autocheck. Overall, Soomin is extremely passionate about art, and hopes to collaborate with other passionate and talented artists in The Spirit.

Winston is an illustrator who enjoys creating simple, expressive, and comical drawings with rounded shapes and friendly patterns that feel easy to relate to. He draws inspiration from various illustration styles, as well as from walks through the city and visits to historic and cultural sites across Korea.Winston looks forward to sharing his drawing style in The Spirit, where he hopes to communicate his experiences, humor, and artistic philosophy in an engaging way.

Hannah is a sophomore with a passion for art, serving as an illustrator during her first year for The Spirit. She enjoys spending time listening to niche music genres and often finds herself unable to answer if anyone asks her about her favorite song. While she tends to make art with a variety of mediums, her most comfortable and practiced style revolves around digital art. Hannah looks forward to working with other members of The Spirit this year.

Cherie, a sophomore, is a first-year Illustrator for The Spirit. She has passion for many forms of creative expression, actively practicing drawing, singing, producing, and dancing. Outside of arts, she loves to go into deep rabbit holes of quite literally anything–ranging from the origins of jazz, to the political history of China. Cherie looks forward to sharing and integrating her works alongside other forms of creative media as an active contributor of The Spirit.

Lucas, a freshman in his first year in high school and an Illustrator for The Spirit, often finds himself either playing football or cracking jokes with his friends. When he’s not hanging out with his lively group of friends, he is often getting into trouble or finding a way to annoy his brothers. Whether it's his 3rd grade brother or one of our editors in chief, no one is exempt from Lucas.