On Sunday, October 5, under a beautiful sun and pleasant weather, a new edition of Girarigola took place—the event that every year brings together the school, families, and the local area for a day of walking, discovery, and sharing.
Over 800 people participated: families with young children, middle school students, grandparents, friends, and even many dogs on leashes—all protagonists of a joyful and colorful journey, immersed in a festive atmosphere.
This year’s edition featured a new itinerary of approximately five kilometers that passed through the area surrounding the school: half on asphalt and half immersed in nature, following sections of the Greenway and the Magna Longa route.
Along the walk, five eighth-grade students acted as “ciceroni” (guides), sharing legends, curiosities, and small fragments of local history.
To make the experience even more vivid, participants could read popular sayings in the Brianza dialect along the way, accompanied by their translations—a way to rediscover the roots and language of the territory.
Upon returning, the school was transformed into a true fair: food stalls, games, and entertainment welcomed adults and children alike.
Pizza and focaccia from Alice Bakery, gelato tastings from Gelateria La Barchetta, popcorn, candy, drinks, and bread with Nutella—offered by the school—brought the courtyard to life, along with three stalls of games made from recycled materials, inspired by the tradition and imagination of our grandparents.
A special contribution came from the Circolo Culturale Seren della Memoria, which displayed a selection of historical photographs of the area, printed on rigid panels along the school fence: a visual bridge between past and present.
The central theme of Girarigola 2025 was “On Air – Linea alla rete” (On Air – Line to the Network), symbolizing a living connection between the school and the community.
The main stand, dedicated to the students of Brianza Media and specifically to Radio Seveso, showed families and students the equipment and techniques for creating a podcast.
During the day, short interviews and segments were recorded that will become the pilot episode of the project, the starting point for an educational path that will transform students into young communicators of local history and traditions.
The event began at 9:00 AM with the distribution of colorful t-shirts featuring the school symbol—a river of colors that brightened the streets.
Thanks to the support of the Civil Protection and numerous volunteers, the event took place in complete safety and serenity.
At the end, each family was given an “I ❤️ GIRARIGOLA” bracelet and a leaflet on the theme of the year as a souvenir of a special day.
This edition of Girarigola, in addition to having broken all attendance records, represented a moment of strong cohesion and an opportunity to present to families the vertical and cross-curricular planning that will accompany students and teachers throughout the school year.
