Romanian Baccalaureate: Students React to First Exam

Romanian Baccalaureate Exam: Students Share Their Experiences Bucharest, Romania – June 10, 2025 marked the first day of the Romanian Baccalaureate exam, a crucial event for high school students nationwide. Gen, știri, a popular Romanian news outlet, captured the atmosphere outside a Bucharest high school, interviewing students immediately after they completed the Romanian language exam. The interviews revealed a mix of emotions. One student, interviewed anonymously, stated, "The exam was acceptable; I prepared for 'The Windmill' and luckily, that's what I got. Excellent!" Another student expressed initial stress, but also relief after finishing, saying, "Before, I was very stressed; I didn't know what would come up, but in the end, I managed, and I actually wrote it." The students' responses highlighted the pressure they faced, but also their resilience and ability to overcome challenges. The video also captured the range of reactions, from relief to excitement, as students left the exam hall. This event is significant as the Baccalaureate exam is a major step in the academic journey of Romanian students, determining their future educational and career paths. The positive and resilient attitudes of the students provide a hopeful and encouraging note to the report.