The Papilionanda NIE SG is an orchid hybrid specially produced by the National Parks Board to commemorate the National Institute of Education’s 70th anniversary and impact on nurturing educators in Singapore.
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The NIE NTU orchid, Papilionanda NIE SG, commemorates the National Institute of Education’s 70th anniversary and the institution’s lasting impact in nurturing educators in Singapore.
This peach orange hybrid bloom stems from the rich heritage of our national flower, Vanda Miss Joaquim.
The brush of amethyst in the labellum symbolises the central role that the National Institute of Education plays as the heart of education and teachers’ professional learning, leading the future of education grounded in values, and built on a strong partnership with MOE, schools and global partners.
The petals represent the institution’s mission to inspire learning, transform teaching and advance research locally and internationally.
The NIE NTU orchid, a resilient bloom, represents our Singapore teachers who are quick to adapt to their changing environments and flourish. It is a reminder of where every teacher’s professional journey begins.
The Papilionanda NIE SG was unveiled by President Halimah Yacob during MOE’s virtual Teachers' Day Celebration and Award Ceremony on 3 September 2020.
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