Somersfield Academy News
Somersfield Academy Awarded Gold at Healthy Schools Ceremony
Somersfield Academy received top honours at the Healthy Schools Awards, achieving the gold level for their dedication to promoting a healthy lifestyle. The school excelled in creating a healthy environment, integrating health education, and engaging with families and the community. Their commitment was recognised for its impact on both students and staff.
Somersfield students help build a carpentry workshop at Peruvian boarding house
Somersfield Academy students and teachers travelled to Peru to build extensions to a boarding house near Cusco, improving conditions for local children. As part of their Community Service curriculum, they constructed walls for a carpentry workshop and stoves for village homes. The success of the trip has inspired plans for future projects in other developing regions.
Greenrock put on a free film at Somersfield Academy
Greenrock will screen 'The Story of Stuff' today at Somersfield Academy as part of Heritage Month, focusing on environmental themes. The film, a humorous 20-minute exploration of production and consumption issues, will be shown at 1 p.m. for students and 7 p.m. for the public. Admission is free.
Somersfield Academy Hosts Impact Mentoring Academy's Powerful '12 Angry Men'
Somersfield Academy community partner Impact Mentoring Academy presents '12 Angry Men' this weekend at Somersfield. Directed by Trace White, the play allows students to explore themes of anger and judgement.
Read-a-thon event brings in more than $14,000
At Somersfield Academy, the Read-a-thon from March 8 to 21 sparked excitement. Participants raised a record-breaking $14,000 for library books through donations. The event’s motto, "Run into Reading," encouraged students to increase their reading minutes with running.
Personal projects are a celebration of the individual
Student Ryan Whiting, passionate about design, chose his International Baccalaureate personal project to focus on architectural plans for affordable housing, despite initial concerns about the workload. At Somersfield Academy's fair, his AutoCAD drafts impressed viewers, demonstrating his commitment and impact.
Somersfield Science fair is a time of tension and reward
In January, Somersfield Academy students dive into science fair preparations, tackling experiments from M1 through M3. Despite the stress, it's an exciting chance to explore personal interests with full topic freedom. The gym transforms into a showcase of colourful, detailed projects. Students present their work to judges and visitors, with awards for top projects and visual presentation. Science teachers, Mrs. Perry and Mrs. Younge, play a crucial role in this educational event. For my final fair, I investigated age and gender impacts on smell, winning 2nd place and a visual presentation award.
Somersfield's Dominant Backcourt Leads to Victory in Final
Somersfield dominated the Boys' Basketball Final, never trailing throughout the match. Led by their aggressive backcourt duo, Karim Creary and MVP Lucas Barbay, who scored 20 points with 15 from the free throw line, Somersfield's technical skill and athleticism secured a decisive victory over Berkeley Institute.
Somersfield Academy Sponsors Lecture on Male Apathy Towards Education
Dr. Leonard Sax, author of Boys Adrift, will deliver a lecture at Somersfield on February 8, discussing the growing issue of male apathy in education. The event will cover topics such as video games, teaching methods, and environmental factors that impact boys' motivation and academic performance. The lecture is free and open to the public.