The revamped Heritage Gallery was launched with much fanfare on 14 August as part of a meaningful celebration of Nanyang's past, present and future. Together with her peers, Jasmine Zhang and Meng Xiaohan, who earlier shared their experience as an emcee and a student docent in Term 3's edition of NYConnect, Nike Lin (Class 311) reflects on her memorable moments and meaningful lessons she took away from her experience as an emcee.

What does it take to reimagine the future of transport in Singapore? Two of our students recently took on this challenge through the LTA Transport Future Game Design Competition, putting their creativity, problem-solving and perspective-taking skills to the test — and emerged as winners! Beyond the excitement of the competition, Alicia Lim Li Si (Class 412) and Valerie Ng Lin Xuan (Class 403) share their reflections and key takeaways on the complexities of transport planning and the important role that young people can play in shaping the future of Singapore.

Beyond lessons, worksheets and examinations, teachers often play a much deeper role in shaping our children's school experience. It is in the everyday moments — a word of encouragement, a patient explanation, a shared joke, a snack during a stressful period or a simple check-in when something seems amiss — that students often feel seen, supported and cared for. Along with the recent Teachers' Day Celebrations, Dianna Teh (Class 311) takes a moment to appreciate the teachers who have made her school experience brighter and more meaningful.

Ai Li Block was completed on 29 October 1973. Board Vice-Chairman Mr Quek Seng Guan was the guest of honour at the opening ceremony.

In the month of May 1971, the whole school was mobilised to raise funds for the school expansion building fund. All teaching staff donated 10 percent of their salary to kick-start the fundraising. This motivated the students to contribute enthusiastically. Regardless of their financial background, students put in their best effort and received strong support from parents and individuals who were passionate about education. In less than four months, the total amount raised reached more than $214 000. The school construction committee invited companies to bid for the tender. The cost of construction of the Home Economics block and canteen was around $280 000 and  $90 000 respectively. Building works commenced in November that year...In order to continue raising funds for the school expansion, sale of handicrafts and a jumble sale were held on 26 August, raising a total of around $241 000. On 4 November, Vice-Chairman of the Board of Directors, Mr Quek Seng Guan, announced during the Graduation Ceremony that the premises of the Primary School section would be rebuilt in the following year to complete the second phase of the school expansion plan. The opening ceremony for the Home Economics Block and the canteen was held on 27 October. Mr Quek Seng Guan, the Vice-Chairman of the Board of Directors, hosted the opening ceremony, and two consecutive nights of performances were held to thank the parents for their generous donations. The completion of the Home Economics Block was made possible with funds donated by the Lee Foundation and was named Ai Li Block (爱礼楼), in commemoration of Mdm Chen Ai Li’s passion for education. Mdm Chen was the wife of Mr Lee Kong Chian, Chairman of the Lee Foundation. The ground level of this block housed lecture theatres, television and technical rooms, while the second floor consisted of Home Economics rooms. The third floor was occupied by Music Rooms and Art Rooms.