Spectacular Short Story

Get ready to unleash your storytelling prowess in the Spectacular Short Story category! We challenge you to craft a compelling short story either revolving around the number 41 or embracing the theme 'All 4 One.' Use this as a stimulus to ignite your ideas. This is not just a writing exercise – your story might become the foundation for a spectacular performance at this year's Schools Spectacular. So, buckle up and let your creativity take the stage as you spin tales that captivate and inspire. 

This opportunity is open to all students in Kindergarten – Year 12 who attend a NSW public school. Students located in metropolitan, regional, rural and remote areas are encouraged to apply.

Students who are successful in being short-listed for this category may have their work featured in the Schools Spectacular digital display. 

Story criteria

Your story must:

• be between 300-1000 words (preferably typed)
• use the number 41 or the theme of 'All 4 One' as stimuli
• comply with the NSW Department of Education’s values.

You may like to include pictures as a part of your story to help convey your vision, though this is not essential.

How to apply

• Fill out the application form.
• Attach your story to the application form.

Applications close Friday, 10 May at 5:00 pm. All applicants will be notified by the end of Term 2 of their results.