Pencils down - the last HSC written exams have just wrapped up, and students across NSW have a moment to breath as they wait for results to roll in.
At St Columba's Catholic College in Springwood, students finished their physics exam on Thursday, November 7, one of the last tests left on the timetable.
Students shared different thoughts and feelings as they left the exam room, but one sentiment was universal - relief.
"I thought [the exam] was good. It could've been better, I feel, but it could have been a lot worse," said physics student Marlowe Carey.
I feel very relieved, a lot of stress has just left now, so it's quite nice.
For student Jessica Nguyen the exam marks the start of a holiday, as she prepares for a trip to Japan to be followed by Schoolies with her friends.
"I feel very free, I can do whatever I want, and also excited," Jessica said.
Others are already starting their next challenge, such as student Lucy Hall who said: "I'm going overseas, I've got an internship... in preparation for uni."
The last written exam (for geography) was held on Friday, November 8. The next step will be the release of HSC Assessment Ranks, which will be available to students on Students Online for four weeks.
Each year more than 700,000 exam papers are printed for the HSC. Last year, more than 68,000 students completed their HSC.
Results for the 2024 HSC will be released on Wednesday, December 18.
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Congratulations to Year 12 students Gabrielle, Lucienne, Sydeny, Taylah, Addison, Madison, Emilia, Luca, Lachlan, Samuel, Louis, and Elliot who were each acknowledged with a Cultural Yellow Award for Community Service, due to their volunteering with Mama Lana's throughout the year. These students are truly living the St Columba's motto, "Act Justly".
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Congratulations to our St Columba’s athletes who competed earlier this month at the 2025 PDSSSC Athletics Carnival held at SOPAC Homebush. There were multiple medals for our students in both track and field events, with a few students going on to the next level!
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Congratulations to the Years 10 and 12 students who opted into a PT session with Dewan and Michael from ADF Careers last Friday morning. What a fantastic way to kick off the day! Every single student gave it a red hot go and our guests were so impressed they have asked for an invite again next year. Thank you Dewan and Michael for coming out to work with our students and give them some idea of what life in the ADF might be like - from the smiles on faces, you might already have some working on their applications now!
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What a night for St Columba’s! Our incredible Show Team absolutely dominated at the Greater Sydney Schools Cattle Competition, bringing home an outstanding list of results. From individual brilliance to team triumphs, they’ve made us so proud: 🏆 Champion Junior Judge - Isabella (Y10) 🏆 Champion Senior Judge - Eva (Y11) 🏆 All Age Team Judging - St Columba’s 🏆 Champion Senior Judging Team - St Columba’s 🏆 Champion School - Steer Weight Gain 🥈 Reserve Champion School Overall These results are a true testament to the grit, teamwork and dedication of our students, who have worked tirelessly to care for and present their steer at the highest standard. Congratulations to Oakhill College who just pipped us at the post for Champion School Overall. A huge congratulations to every student involved – you’ve put St Columba’s well and truly on the map in the ag show world!
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