Somersfield Academy News
Minister Tinée Furbert Visits Somersfield
The Hon. Tinee Furbert, Minister of Youth, Social Development, & Seniors, visited Somersfield Academy for the TOYA ZONE event, engaging with students on challenges they face. She also toured the Design Lab, where M4 students presented innovative shelter designs addressing homelessness with sustainable solutions.
Heroic Teacher Saves Student's Life at Thankful Lunch
During Somersfield Academy's Thankful Lunch, a student began choking, but primary teacher Lucrecia Simmons quickly sprang into action. Using abdominal thrusts, she cleared the child’s airway in seconds, saving their life. The grateful parents donated to the school in her honour, highlighting the importance of emergency training for educators.
Project helps students learn about homelessness issues
Somersfield Academy's M4 students designed shelters for the homeless, learning about the systemic causes of homelessness and engaging with experts from Home. The project aimed to challenge stereotypes and create practical, sustainable solutions for housing, while raising awareness of homelessness in Bermuda.
Get Involved: Help Construct a Mud Kitchen for Our Children's House Division!
The Children’s House Division is excited to build a new mud kitchen at the playground and invites parents and senior students to volunteer. Led by Mr. Russell Peters, Secondary Physics Teacher, volunteers will also help relocate the compost enclosure. Tools provided; mallets welcome. Refreshments included.
Somersfield’s Culture of Giving
At this busy time of year, there are plenty of opportunities to support our student initiatives! To make things easier, we’ve centralised Somersfield’s fundraising efforts. This streamlined approach ensures a smooth, stress-free process while empowering our learners to achieve their goals. Thank you for your support!
Somersfield Parent Hosts Fundraiser to Support Equity and Merit Scholarship
Somersfield Parent Fatima Siddiqui, a physician & community leader, is hosting a “Giving Hands” henna fundraiser at the SPTA Holiday Market on 7 Dec. Proceeds support the Equity & Merit Scholarship, empowering future leaders in Bermuda through education.
#SomersfieldGivesBack: Somersfield’s Culture of Giving
This Giving Tuesday, Somersfield invites you to give your time to meaningful causes. Volunteer, capture the moment with a selfie, and tag us using #SomersfieldGivesBack. Let’s come together to showcase the power of kindness & inspire change in our community.
Amplify Your Impact: Company Donation Matching Programmes
Did you know your donation to Somersfield could be doubled at no extra cost? Many companies match their employees’ charitable contributions, amplifying your support for our students & programmes. Discover how to maximise your impact!
Somersfield’s DP2 Biology Students Join Bermuda Is Love Campaign to Combat Hunger
Somersfield DP2 Biology students participated in the Bermuda Is Love #FoodForLife campaign, volunteering at the First Baptist Church’s Feeding Programme. This initiative, part of their CAS requirements, helped address hunger and food insecurity in Bermuda while promoting sustainable food practices. The experience aligns with the school’s mission to inspire socially conscious, independent thinkers.
Somersfield Hosts Inaugural National Junior Badminton Tournament
Somersfield hosted the first-ever National Junior Badminton Tournament this weekend, the brain-child of our amazing PHE teacher Emma Moran-Lee! The focus was on increasing playing opportunities for young athletes across the island & giving them a chance to earn national rankings.