Somersfield Academy News
Somersfield Students and Staff Join Bermuda Sloop Pirates Fundraiser
Somersfield students and staff are joining the Bermuda Sloop Pirates Fundraiser to raise $60,000 for two M3 voyages aboard Spirit of Bermuda. Since 2006, over 8,500 students have gained teamwork, resilience, and hands-on sailing experience. This supports Somersfield’s mission to inspire independent, socially conscious learners.
Students Address Real-World Issues at Personal Project Exhibition 2026
Somersfield Academy’s M5 students will present the culmination of their International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP) learning at the annual Personal Project Exhibition, held in the Somersfield Academy Gymnasium. The exhibition celebrates independent inquiry, creativity, and sustained commitment and forms a key component of Bermuda’s only IB MYP programme. Somersfield welcomes students from other schools to attend and experience the exhibition.
Junior JEDI: What It Is and Why It Matters
Junior JEDI is a student leadership group promoting justice, equity, diversity and inclusion at Somersfield. Through peer mentoring, awareness campaigns, and advocacy, members help build a respectful, inclusive campus where student voice and belonging matter.
Student Leadership Council Shares Plans for 2025-26
Meet the newly appointed 2025–26 Student Leadership Council, a thoughtful and enthusiastic group ready to strengthen student voice, build community, and lead key initiatives across Somersfield. Read more about their vision for the year ahead.
Honouring Tradition, Acknowledging History
November marks Native American Heritage Month, a time to honour the culture, history, and resilience of Native peoples. We recognise their contributions, reflect on historical injustices, and celebrate achievements through stories, music, festivals, and education, uplifting Native voices and traditions.
International Day of Peace Address from SLC Chair of Diversity Yemaya Iris
Yemaya Iris, Student Leadership Council’s Chair of Diversity, spoke powerfully at Somersfield Academy’s International Day of Peace ceremony, highlighting that true peace is not merely the absence of conflict but the presence of justice, equality, and respect. Drawing on the United Nations’ vision and the theme “Act Now for a Peaceful World”, she encouraged the community to embrace diversity, challenge injustice, and take daily actions to create a culture of peace both within the school and beyond.
Somersfield Student Leadership Hosts International Day of Peace Ceremony
Somersfield Academy came together to celebrate its annual International Day of Peace, led by the newly appointed Student Leadership Council. The ceremony featured speeches by SLC President Dezirae Darrell, a moving performance of Songs of Freedom by Ameina Soares, and remarks from SLC Chair Yemaya Iris, highlighting peace, empathy, and inclusion.
Somersfield Students Attend Celebration of Dr Eva Hodgson’s Life
Somersfield students joined Director of Student Life Ms Tanisha Edwards at a CURB-hosted tribute to Dr Eva Hodgson, honouring her legacy of justice, education & truth. The school was recognised for supporting her vision—a powerful moment that reflects our mission in action.
Somersfield Students Take on Global Challenges at GCIMUN in NYC
Somersfield M4 & DP1 students recently returned from New York after representing Palau, Turkey & the UK at the GCIMUN conference. From UN debates to NYC exploration, the weekend offered global learning & local pride.
Somersfield Presents Matilda The Musical JR
Somersfield Academy presents Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical JR. on Friday, January 31 at 5:00pm and Saturday, February 1 at 2:00pm and 6:30pm in the Somersfield hall. Directed by Gerlie Bell, the show highlights themes of courage and empathy, aligning with Somersfield’s mission. Tickets: ptix.bm/Matilda.