Somersfield Academy News
Readathon Raises $12,000—Winners Announced
Our Readathon was a huge success! Over 278,003 minutes were read & more than $12,000 raised. Funds will support the Bursary Fund, helping students on overseas trips. Pizza parties were awarded to groups with the highest averages. Thank you to everyone who participated & supported!
Primary Boys B Football Team Show Resilience & Growth in 6-a-Side Tournament
Our Primary Boys B football team battled tough conditions & strong competition in the final day of the 6-a-side tournament at Shelly Bay Field. With wins against Francis Patton & Dalton E. Tucker, they advanced to finish 4th overall. Special thanks to Coach Rychus for his dedicated support.
U13 & O13 Girls Netball Teams Secure Thrilling Victories Over Saltus
The U13 Girls Netball Team triumphed over Saltus with an 18-9 win, showing great teamwork and determination. MVPs Elena Bortoli, Cali Atcheson-Greenidge, and Aniah Tucker played key roles. The O13’s also won 14-13 in a thrilling comeback, with strong play in the final quarter securing their victory. Well done, Sharks!
Primary Boys Football Team Triumphs with a 2-0 Victory over MSA!
The Primary Boys football team celebrated a thrilling 2-0 win over MSA at Somersfield! Congratulations to Samuel Bernardino & Marcus Cann for scoring, & to Benjamin Sherratt for his solid goalkeeping. Thanks to Mr. Wade for stepping in as coach & MYP student Izaiah Atwell for doing an excellent job as referee!
Somersfield Primary Girls Football Team Come Fourth in Thrilling 7-a-Side Finals
Our Somersfield Primary Girls Football team competed admirably in the finals at Shelly Bay Field on November 6th, showing incredible effort and resilience. With an initial 2-0 win against Harrington Sound, thanks to Eva Desjardins and Molly Morton, our girls advanced to the next round, ultimately finishing in 4th place amongst all primary schools in Bermuda.
Thrilling Victories: Somersfield U16 & O16 Netball Teams Triumph Over Berkeley
Somersfield’s senior netball teams scored double wins against Berkeley! The U16s dominated from start to finish with flying interceptions & epic shots. The O16s kept us on the edge of our seats, sealing a 17-16 victory in the final seconds thanks to skilled shooting & interceptions. Thank you to Debré Evans for umpiring!
Primary Boys’ Football Victory: 6-2 Win at Home!
Our primary boys' football team showcased their skills in a home match against Francis Patton, guided by Coach Rychus and the Leo Burgess coaching team. The boys played impressively and secured a 6-2 victory! Goal scorers included Jeremy Ngaruiya, Trevor Mills, Samuel Bernardino (2), and Marcus Cann, alongside an own goal from Francis Patton.
Primary Boys B and Girls East Central Zone Six-a-Side Tournament at BFA Field
Somersfield Academy’s Primary Boys B and Girls teams excelled in the East Central Zone Six-a-Side Tournament on 1st November, both earning spots in the finals. The Girls team triumphed in all three matches, while the Boys B team’s strong performance secured their place despite one loss. Special thanks to Coach Rychus for his inspiring leadership. Finals are at Shelly Bay: Girls on 6th Nov, Boys B on 13th Nov, and Boys A on 20th Nov.
Navigating Grief: Mindful Resources and Activities
Grief can be an overwhelming experience for students of all ages, and finding effective ways to cope is essential for their emotional well-being. To support young people navigating their feelings, we've compiled a range of resources that promote healing and mindfulness.
Vibe 103 Interview Charlie Judd and Somersfield students: Roman Jones, Tahlia Wade, and Zarah Siddiqi
Head of Secondary Charlie Judd and students Roman Jones, Taliah Wade, and Zarah Siddiqi took to the airwaves with DJ Chubb on Vibe 103 to spotlight Somersfield Academy’s distinctive International Baccalaureate continuum and upcoming Secondary Open House on November 5.