Somersfield Academy News
Kairo Morton ‘20: From Somersfield Robotics to Silicon Valley
Somersfield alumnus Kairo Morton ‘20 shares his extraordinary journey in artificial intelligence with Kameron’s Lab. From a budding tech enthusiast in Bermuda to a leading innovator in Silicon Valley, Kairo’s passion for AI began at Somersfield. Now a graduate of MIT, he’s pioneering advancements in 3D generative AI. Tune in as he discusses his educational experiences and offers invaluable advice for aspiring STEM students, inspiring future tech trailblazers.
Design is Everywhere: Kairo Morton ‘20
Somersfield Academy welcomed back to campus, Kairo Morton ‘20 for a presentation to the M4 student design class on his journey from Devonshire, Bermuda to Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Somersfield Students Empower Peers and Promote STEM in Community Projects
Somersfield students showcased their creativity and community impact through the M3 Community Project. Teams addressed various needs, including empowering girls with workshops on art, dance, and writing, and launching a VEX IQ robotics programme at West Pembroke Primary School to promote STEM learning. Their efforts highlighted Somersfield's commitment to inspiring socially conscious, independent thinkers.
Somersfield Students Launch Robotics Programme at West Pembroke, Bridging Tech Gaps for Bermuda’s Youth
Somersfield students Kairo Morton, Bobby Cooper, and Enoch Richardson are teaching robotics to students at West Pembroke Primary through a 13-week programme called BermyBots. Kairo, who created the initiative, aims to bridge the tech gap between public and private schools. With $6,000 in sponsorship, the boys hope to expand BermyBots into a camp, empowering more Bermudian children with tech skills.
Somersfield Wins Overseas Robotics Event
The Somersfield Academy Lego robotics team won first place at the IEEE Ottawa Robotics Competition with a 97/100 score. Their "King of the Hill" robot excelled in challenges, thanks to the team’s expertise and guidance from coach Mark Brown and mentors. Somersfield’s robotics programme continues to thrive.
Somersfield Students and Staff Brave the Razor for Cancer Research
Somersfield Academy students, teachers, and parents are volunteering to shave their heads in support of the St Baldrick’s Foundation, raising funds for childhood cancer research. The event, part of the school’s Community and Service Day, has already raised over $15,000 for the cause.
Festival to celebrate the steel pan
Bermuda’s first Pan Jazz Festival, hosted by Somersfield Academy & Atlantic Publishing, celebrates the steel pan’s versatility. Featuring student & adult groups, it highlights local talent & aims to inspire the community. Held on May 5 at Somersfield, tickets are $50 patrons, $25 adults, $10 children.