As we step into the year ahead, APSN marks a significant milestone as we commemorate 50 years of empowering persons with special needs. Our Golden Jubilee reflects on the lives we have touched and the futures we continue to shape, while recognising the many individuals and partners who have played a part in making a difference. Guided by the passion and commitment of our students, families, educators, partners, volunteers and supporters, we move forward with renewed purpose to champion inclusion, dignity and opportunity for all.
Golden Jubilee Tagline & Logo
TOUCHING HEARTS, SHAPING FUTURES
This tagline reflects our past achievements, raises awareness of APSN’s ongoing impact, and projects our future aspirations to empower the lives of individuals with special needs.
A Jubilee Identity, Designed by our APSN Community
To commemorate this milestone, APSN proudly unveiled a special Golden Jubilee anniversary logo, created through our APSN Golden Jubilee Logo Design Contest held last year.
Designed with creativity, meaning, and heart, the logo symbolises:
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50 years of progress and perseverance
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Unity across APSN’s schools, services, and community
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Hope and possibility for the next generation
This logo will anchor all Jubilee communications and celebrations throughout the year.
Golden Jubilee Merchandise & Mascots
To mark this special year, APSN will be launching:
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Exclusive Golden Jubilee merchandise, designed to celebrate inclusion and give supporters meaningful ways to be part of the journey
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Special Jubilee mascots, embodying APSN’s spirit of joy, resilience, and empowerment — perfect ambassadors for engaging students, families, and the wider community
More details on designs, releases, and how to get involved will be shared soon.
APSN Golden Jubilee Celebrations
For 50 years, APSN has been driven by the belief that every individual deserves the opportunity to thrive.
On 10 April, over 700 of us—staff past and present, Board members, and partners—gathered to celebrate our Golden Jubilee year – Touching Hearts, Shaping Futures. We were honoured to have Mr Eric Chua, Senior Parliamentary Secretary for Ministry of Social and Family Development and the Ministry of Law join us for an afternoon of celebrations, laughter and a promotion ceremony honouring the incredible hearts that power our mission.
To our donors, caregivers, and volunteers: You are the reason we have thrived for half a century. Together, we celebrate five decades of Empowered Lives and our collective mission for an inclusive tomorrow.
(Click here to check out some of the event’s media coverage)
Golden Jubilee Decentralised Celebration
Throughout 2026, various schools and centres will celebrate the Golden Jubilee in their own unique ways.
APSN Family Day
A joyful community celebration for students, families, alumni, caregivers, staff, and partners — featuring interactive activities, performances, and shared moments that reflect the heart of APSN as one united family.
(Date to be announced)
APSN Golden Jubilee Charity Golf @ Keppel Club — 22 May 2026
Join us for a meaningful day on the green as we rally partners and supporters to champion inclusive education and empowered lives.
Official Opening of the Co-Located Campus — September 2026
The official opening of the co-located campus for APSN Chaoyang School and APSN Tanglin School marks a new chapter of collaboration, innovation, and holistic support.
Empowering Lives Conference 2027
A thought-leadership conference bringing together professionals, practitioners, caregivers, and advocates to explore critical conversations shaping the future of inclusion.
Conference focus areas include:
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Mental Health and Emotional Well-being
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Caregiving and Family Support
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Innovative Teaching and Learning Strategies
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Inclusive Employment
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Enabling Technology
Whether you are an allied professional or special education needs officer, educator, trainer, employer, caregiver, or volunteer, we invite you to join us at the Empowering Lives Conference.
Join Us in Celebrating 50 Years — and Beyond
The APSN Golden Jubilee is a year-long celebration made possible by the collective strength of our community.
Whether you are a student, parent, educator, partner, donor, volunteer, or friend — you are part of this story.
Together, let us continue Touching Hearts and Shaping Futures, for the next 50 years and beyond.
Discover the People and Journeys Behind APSN’s 50th Anniversary Legacy.