After experiencing these two terms of Year 12, I feel that it is more of a year where you discover yourself and a year where you experience change.
Yes, there are tough and stressful moments but once you learn how to balance everything out, it becomes a lot easier. It first begins with our mindset, the most influential factor towards stress. 30% of the stress is from the work itself and the negativity around us, but the remaining 70% is often to do with our mindset and the way we view things and that is why balancing is crucial.
Mr Pillay had once said to us that ‘HSC is made for the students who are most organised’. Our aim is to not overstudy, not overstress and to become motivated all at the same time. In order to do that, we have to learn to balance time between school, time with family and friends, health and hobbies to develop the ‘positive mindset’ - and that is sometimes difficult.
We have to constantly remind ourselves of our self worth and who we are to get through tedious times. If you believe in yourself you will get through!
By Hilary Lim - 12.3
Hilary Lim
Delany College Granville
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18 Dec 2025
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🏆 Proud moment for Delany College! Our 2025 HSC stars, have nailed it! ✨ #DelanyCollege #HSC2025 #HighAchievers
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18 Dec 2025
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🏆 Proud moment for Delany College! Our 2025 HSC stars, have nailed it! ✨ #DelanyCollege #HSC2025 #HighAchievers
18 Dec 2025
Catholic schools across Western Sydney celebrate HSC success
Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD) is celebrating another outstanding year of Higher School Certificate (HSC) results as students from 22 secondary schools receive their results.
18 Dec 2025
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Delany College is incredibly proud of all our 2025 HSC students and their hard work. A huge congratulations to Sidney Taktak on being named Delany Dux. An outstanding and well deserved achievement. We wish all our students every success in their future endeavours
16 Dec 2025
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✨ Celebrating Excellence at the 2025 Blaxland Community Service Awards ✨ Minister Clare’s 2025 Community Service Award was held on Thursday, 4 December at Birrong Girls High School, celebrating students who go above and beyond to make their schools great places to learn and our communities better places to live. A huge congratulations to Kuae Yai, the deserving recipient of this award, recognised for her outstanding commitment to service, inspiring leadership, and academic excellence. 👏🌟
16 Dec 2025
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🚀🎓 You showed up, stayed focused and made it happen⭐🙌 congratulations to our Sustained Effort Award recipients! #EffortEqualsSuccess #EndOfYear #SoProud #delanycollege
15 Dec 2025
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What a way to celebrate! 🎉 Campion House enjoyed an all-expenses-paid city trip on Friday after winning the House Competition, putting their detective skills to the test at Mission Escape and ending the year with teamwork, fun and festive cheer.
15 Dec 2025
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Stage 6 Juggernauts of the Week... Tayla Kayrouz✨ Recognised for her consistent and sustained effort, Tayla’s beautiful and reverent daily recital of the Breastplate brings calm, focus, and unity to our community each morning. Thank you for the meaningful way you help us begin each day together 🙏💙 Sienna Chamoun🌈 Celebrated for her consistently positive attitude and proactive approach to all tasks, Sienna brings enthusiasm and energy to everything she does. Her commitment and willingness to engage fully make her a wonderful role model for others 👏😊 A special shout-out to all students who were nominated — your dedication, positivity, and everyday contributions continue to strengthen our community and do not go unnoticed 💫 Waleed Alameddine, Suhana Ali, Isaac Barlow, Eliane El Ghoubaira and Aziz Jabeyra
11 Dec 2025
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⚠️✨ Sparkle alert! After a year of experimenting with leather and timber, our Delany designers are now diving into metal and gemstones. Their latest projects are too good not to share! 💎🔧✨
10 Dec 2025
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💛Continuing our annual tradition, Delany has once again donated a full truckload of Christmas hampers to St Vinnies! For a small school, we consistently exceed expectations and it’s all thanks to our incredible community. A huge thank you to our families, staff and students for your generosity and for keeping the spirit of Christmas giving alive 🎄💛📦
08 Dec 2025
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📚✨ Stage 4 Adventure! Our Stage 4 students had an amazing day out at Kinokuniya, diving into the huge range of books before choosing one to take home - courtesy of the College 😁 They finished the day relaxing at Darling Harbour, dipping their feet in the water to cool off in the summer heat☀️💦 A perfect mix of reading, exploring and fun! 📖💛
08 Dec 2025
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🌟Week 8 Academic Juggernaut - Stage 4🌟 YEAR 8:💫 Natan Gebrie – A standout member of our Delany community! Natan’s kindness, respect, determination and consistent effort have made him a true role model this year. YEAR 7:💫 Ravpreet Kaur – Ravpreet shows incredible selflessness, always giving her time, respect and support to uplift those around her. A huge congratulations as well to all the students nominated by our amazing staff - your hard work and positive actions have not gone unnoticed! 💚💛 YEAR 8 Nominees: 👏👏 Derek Custodio, Amelia Ika, Kai Salicioglu-Achi, Takasima Huihahau, Sebasjin Tuki, Peter Victor, Azhar Saskai, Aeva Mendez, Mila El-Ayoubi & Sophie Yang YEAR 7 Nominees: 👏👏 Arjav Aryal, Christabel Chiezuworom Ibeh, Cloud Sila, Youngwoong Shin, Taha Mansouri, Tristian Lancaster & Angelina Farah 👏 Keep shining, Delany students!
27 Nov 2025
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A powerful display of Love, Serve and Hope from our Year 12 students, who spent their evening travelling with Ms Ghribian and Mr Trad to support those in need on the Vinnies Van 🙏💙
25 Nov 2025
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🌟 Stage 6 Juggernauts Spotlight! 🌟 Joseph El Khoueiry – Recognised as a Stage 6 Juggernaut for his proactive approach to HSC preparation. He consistently produces high quality work, actively seeks feedback and shows a genuine commitment to both his learning and school life. Tong Yang Wang– Celebrated as a Stage 6 Juggernaut for her dedication in producing our very first podcast episode, her steady growth in tackling HSC style questions and her willingness to support Science activities. Her initiative and enthusiasm continue to shine. 👏 Special Mention to all students nominated this week! Your hard work, growth and positive contributions truly highlight the strength of our Delany community. John Hana • Tayla Kayrouz • Nathanael Kolo • Seiloga Mano • Rylan Roebeck • Sienna Shamoun • Helena Singhdeo #DelanySpirit #Stage6Juggernauts #ProudCommunity
18 Nov 2025
Western Sydney Catholic Schools hold the phone
Student mobile phone use will be banned across 80 Western Sydney Catholic schools from the beginning of the 2026 school year. The restriction presents a positive opportunity to enhance student outcomes, both in academic excellence and wellbeing.