Somersfield Academy News
Somersfield Academy Students Honoured at National Trust Awards
The National Trust Awards honoured schools, individuals, and groups for their environmental efforts, including student-led initiatives by Emily Nagel of Somersfield Academy.
Somersfield Academy Student, George Barbieri, Junior Apprentice at Fourways Inn
Eight-year-old George Barbieri, a student at Somersfield Academy, is volunteering as a junior pastry apprentice at Fourways Inn, inspired by his father Emilio. George sees pastry as a form of art and plans to enter a strawberry cheesecake in the Agricultural Exhibition.
IS CHICKEN REALLY GOOD FOR YOU? Eleven-year-old Aiyetoro Hinds tackles the meaty issue in a school science project
An 11-year-old Somersfield student, Aiyetoro Hinds, studied the effects of chicken feed on growth and behaviour for a science project. Over 16 days, he observed that chickens fed fortified feed grew faster but exhibited aggressive behaviour and developed unhealthy organs. Organic-fed chickens were smaller, more active, and tasted better. The study led Aiyetoro and his family to question the healthiness of conventional chicken, citing potential links to obesity and aggression in humans.
Somersfield Academy's Nate Lang Wins Bermuda SpellDown, Bringing Home Top Prizes for School
Somersfield Academy student Nate Lang, age 10, won the Bermuda SpellDown, securing the title of Bermuda's best speller. Competing against 22 students from various schools, Nate triumphed in the finals held at Mount Saint Agnes. He won a Disney World cruise, a laptop, and a Phoenix Stores certificate. Additionally, Somersfield Academy received a hi-tech printer and fax machine as part of Nate's victory.
Somersfield Academy Shines at 'Where Art and Science Meet' Competition
Somersfield Academy students excelled at the "Where Art and Science Meet" competition, held at the Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences (BIOS) in collaboration with Masterworks. In the middle group category, Somersfield students secured the top three positions for group projects. Additionally, Kelly Howe from Somersfield won first place in the middle individual category, showcasing the academy's strong engagement in blending art and marine science.
Somersfield Academy Shines with Top Honours in Bermuda National Gallery Student Art Competition
Somersfield Academy excelled in the Bermuda National Gallery's fifth annual student art competition, with its students winning top honours across multiple categories. Edward A. Fischer placed first in Primary 6 with "Life is Art," while Sarah Zurbuchen took first in Middle School with another piece titled "Life is Art." Domico Watson won the Senior School category with "Early Morning Catch." Overall, Somersfield showcased impressive talent and creativity.
Paul Watson Inspires Somersfield Academy Students to Become Environmental Champions
Maverick activist Paul Watson inspired students at Somersfield Academy with a talk on environmental protection. As co-founder of Greenpeace and President of the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society, he emphasised the power of youth in fighting for the planet. Watson shared his journey from a child in Canada to a global environmental leader, urging students to protect wildlife and advocate against practices like whaling and shark finning.
Somersfield Academy Students Join Environmental Restoration Effort with BIOS
Twenty students from Somersfield Academy partnered with the Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences (BIOS) to help restore native and endemic plant species at Ferry Reach Park as part of the "Dollars For Hours" project, sponsored by PartnerRe Ltd. The students, aged 14-18, spent the day removing invasive species and planting native trees. This initiative aligns with the school's commitment to integrating community service with education.
Somersfield Academy Student Wins Top Prize in US Consulate Contest
14-year-old William Broughton won a competition with his slogan "Be cool. Don't be a fool. Follow the rules. Stay off the stop list," promoting legal behaviour among teens. Mica Murray, 16, won the art section with a visual warning against getting "chained to the Rock." Their designs will be featured on posters across Bermuda to deter illegal actions that could affect travel to the US. Both winners will receive trips to Washington D.C. and New York.
Somersfield Academy Student Wins Top Prize in US Consulate ‘Keep Yourself Off The Stop List’ Contest
Somersfield Academy's William Broughton won a US Consulate competition with his slogan: “Be Cool. Don’t be a fool. Follow the rules! Stay off the stop list!” His catchy phrase earned him return flights to New York. The contest, aimed at highlighting the importance of lawful behaviour to avoid being barred from the US.