Apple Distinguised School

Through the integration of iPad and Apple educational tools, students are empowered to become creative thinkers, confident communicators, and innovative problem-solvers. Technology-enhanced learning experiences enable students to showcase their ideas through digital storytelling, design, coding, research, and collaborative projects.

Competition Name : KEM ISTIQAMAH MUMTAZ A+ SBP Peringkat Kebangsaan

  • Date : 3-20 November 2025:
  • Venue : Online Competition:

    The Islamic Digital Innovation Camp brought together Form 1 to Form 4 students from Fully Residential Schools (SBP) across Malaysia in a technology-enhanced Islamic Education programme. Using iPad and Apple native applications, students explored creative digital learning through Digital Practical Posters and Islamic Education Digital Innovation projects. The programme successfully strengthened students’ creativity, collaboration, and digital communication skills while encouraging the integration of Islamic values with 21st-century learning approaches. Students achieved outstanding success, including Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Bronze awards across multiple competition categories.

Competition Name : STAR CONFEX Intellectual Conference and Digital Exhibition 9th

  • Date : 23-27 OCTOBER 2025:
  • Venue : SEK. TUANKU ABDUL RAHMAN , IPOH:

    The STAR CONFEX Intellectual Conference and Digital Exhibition 9th, held at Sekolah Tuanku Abdul Rahman, provided students with opportunities to explore innovation, creativity, and digital learning through various technology-based competitions and collaborative activities. Using iPad and Apple educational applications, students showcased their skills in coding, digital creativity, music technology, design thinking, leadership, and problem-solving through categories such as Mac Coding, Minecraft, iBand, City Planning, You-Lead, and Explorace. The programme encouraged the integration of Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS), 21st-century learning, and teamwork in a dynamic digital environment. Students achieved outstanding results, earning Gold, Silver, and Bronze awards across multiple categories, reflecting their excellence in innovation, collaboration, and digital competency. The programme successfully strengthened students’ confidence, creativity, and ability to apply technology meaningfully in education.

Competition Name : Strategic Educational Alliances of South East Asia (SEA2) 2026

  • Date : 3-20 November 2025:
  • Venue : Nanyang School:

    The Strategic Educational Alliances of South East Asia (SEA2) programme, held at Jakarta Nanyang School, brought together students from across Southeast Asia under the theme “Artificial Intelligence – Empowering Education.” Through presentations, collaborative activities, and cultural exchange experiences, students explored the role of Artificial Intelligence in future education. Using iPad and digital presentation tools, students showcased creativity, visual storytelling, and communication skills in an international learning environment. The programme successfully strengthened students’ confidence, collaboration, and global perspectives while earning awards for Best in Visual Designs and Best in Presentations.

Competition Name : Terengganu International Science Fair (TISF) 2026

  • Date : 3-20 November 2025:
  • Venue : Online Competition:

    The Terengganu International Science Fair (TISF) 2026 provided students with valuable exposure to innovative science projects from various countries while encouraging creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving through STEM-based learning experiences. Using digital presentation tools, research applications, and collaborative learning approaches with iPad, students developed and showcased innovative projects across multiple categories. The programme successfully strengthened students’ motivation, confidence, and ability to generate creative scientific ideas in an international learning environment. The school achieved outstanding success with multiple Gold and Silver awards, reflecting students’ excellence in innovation, teamwork, and scientific exploration.

Competition Name :Swift App Development using iPad

  • Date : 2-11 July 2025:
  • Venue :Online Competition:

    The Swift App Development using iPad programme introduced students to app development through a series of hands-on workshops using iPad and Apple educational tools. Students explored design thinking, UI/UX development, digital prototyping, and coding fundamentals using Freeform, Keynote, iMovie, and Swift Playgrounds. Through collaborative learning experiences, students developed creativity, problem-solving, and computational thinking skills while gaining exposure to the fundamentals of Swift app development and digital innovation.

Competition Name : PERTANDINGAN SESMA CULTURAL FUSION FIESTA (SCUFF) 2025

  • Date : 29 September - 02 October 2025:
  • Venue : SM SAINS SULTAN MAHMUD, TERENGGANU:

    SCUFF@SESMA was a national-level innovation programme involving 156 participants from 26 schools across Malaysia. The programme provided students with hands-on experience in researching traditional Malaysian boat designs while integrating modern digital technologies such as 3D design, infographic creation, and Augmented Reality (AR) using iPad and Apple-powered creative tools. Through collaborative outdoor learning experiences, students strengthened their creativity, communication, and problem-solving skills while exploring the connection between traditional heritage and digital innovation. The programme concluded with outstanding achievements, including Platinum Awards for AR Innovators and Best Infographic, alongside multiple special recognitions for innovation and teamwork.