Marconi Giugliano Students Conquer Innovation in a Thrilling Hackathon, Transforming School into a Creative Battlefield!
In an explosion of talent and technology that shook the classrooms, students from the Guglielmo Marconi Institute in Giugliano staged an epic Hackathon, culminating a PCTO course on graphic design and visual communication. Hosted in the ultra-modern headquarters of AreaLab 35 in the Centro Direzionale in Naples, the event saw young people challenge each other in a day of pure creativity, where innovation was not only encouraged, but literally unleashed.
The Expert Guide That Made the Difference
The initiative, led with contagious energy by Alessio Romaniello and Sergio Caiazza of Lemon Academy ETS, was integrated with the activities of the Google Developer Groups Naples, a leading technology community. Here, the talent and passion of the students were the real protagonists, with innovation that worked like a turbo engine for their growth, leaving everyone speechless.
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Student Talent in Full Explosion
**"School can build dreams and provide real skills"**, thundered Sergio Caiazza, underlining how the Hackathon allowed the kids to show explosive potential when talent is truly valued. The students of classes 3A and 5A Graphics shone with original ideas, screaming visual identities and narratives that captured attention, demonstrating maturity and resourcefulness in a context that defied all expectations.
The Winners Who Stole the Show
Among the teams that dominated, Sunglasses Maker of 3ªA Grafica – composed of Chiara Maria Cosimo, Fortuna Saliceti, Erika Chianese and Mario Lettera – took home the title of Best Brand Project for the Third Class. Reason: Originality of the idea, care in the realization and professionalism of the presentation. A complete, current and visually effective project, which left everyone breathless. The full list of talents in action includes: Vania Apicelli, Lorenzomassimo Barbella, Fortunata Cacciapuoti, Mariarca Cangiano, Alessia Capezza, Rosa Castaldo, Giuseppina D'Alessio, Mariachiara Doganiero, Sarah Esposito, Vincenza Iaccarino, Syria Iadonisi, Viola Madonia, Claudia Maro, Francesco Pianese, Angelo Scafati, Aurora Sollo, Miriam Turco, Martina Barra, Kevin Bernaudo, Emanuele Buonanno, Amodio Cerqua, Maria Cerullo, Erika Chianese, Maria Corso, Chiara Maria Cosimo, Salvatore Ferrara, Vincenzopio Finizio, Mario Lettera, Tommaso Marrone, Flavia Mauriello, Pasquale Emanuele Palma, Luigi Panetta, Massimo Perrotta, Cristyan Romeo, Fortuna Saliceti, Gaetano Trematerra. These young lions have demonstrated a fierce commitment, ready to conquer the digital world.Students on Fire: Sensational Awards for School Projects That Leave a Mark
In a blaze of creativity and audacity, a group of students has captured the spotlight with projects that mix passion and innovation, transforming lessons into true strokes of genius. Between poetic brands and breathtaking designs, winners emerge who are not afraid to dare, demonstrating how graphic art can be a battlefield for talents hungry for success.
The Explosive Team of the Best Brand Project
LemonCoast, composed of Lorenzomassimo Barbella, Giuseppina D'Alessio, Sarah Esposito and Syria Iadonisi of 5ªA Grafica, won **Best Brand Project – Classe Quinta**. The motivation? The ability to tell the Amalfi Coast with poetry, freshness and passion through a cohesive, narrative and engaging brand identity. This group has literally painted with vivacity a project that does not limit itself to impress, but hits the heart.
Individual Stars: Talents That Make a splash
Among the individual awards, some names stand out who have given the competition a hard time with bold and no-frills works. Cristyan Romeo won the **Mockup Master** for his elegant and sensorial visual identity, with attention to graphic detail, creativity and precision. Mariachiara Doganiero was crowned **Best Project Leader** thanks to effective and visionary leadership, which shaped a well-structured and significant project. Gaetano Trematerra shines with **Visual Design Excellence**, for a high graphic quality, order and clarity of exposition that denotes taste and professionalism. Tommaso Marrone deserved the **Coraggio e Cuore Award** for commitment, perseverance and desire to get involved, demonstrating that with the right support you can achieve great results. Finally, Viola Madonia broke through with the **Voice Breakthrough Award**, for overcoming anxiety and the ability to speak in public, transforming a personal challenge into an important success. **The recognition for having broken down a communication wall.**
The Unfiltered Jury: Judges Who Leave No Escape
Behind these victories, a tough and outspoken jury evaluated the projects with a critical eye and sensitivity, despite the high overall quality. Among the members: Prof. Giusy Valletta, teacher and PCTO referent for IS Marconi; Prof. Domenico Caiazza, teacher, journalist and media manager of Google Developer Groups Naples; Stefano Nasti, photographer, entrepreneur and founder of AreaLab35; Prof. Salvatore De Santo, IS Marconi teacher; and Carlo Di Gennaro, writer and community builder of Google Developer Groups Naples. A panel that separated the real lions from the sheep, rewarding only those who dared the most.
Article published on 22 April 2025 - 17:07
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The article describes a very interesting and engaging event, the students were really great and demonstrate that school can be a place of great creativity. I hope that similar events can be repeated in the future.
It is important for schools to encourage these activities because it helps students develop practical skills. Innovation is key in today's world, so well done to all the participants and organizers.