Somersfield Academy News
Somersfield Academy Takes the Stage with ‘Othello’ at Bermuda Shakespeare Schools Festival
Somersfield Academy will present Shakespeare’s ‘Othello’ at the Bermuda Shakespeare Schools Festival, running from October 18 to 20. The tragedy follows the African prince Othello as he grapples with themes of love, jealousy, and racism in a prejudiced society. The festival, showcasing plays from six local schools, highlights student interpretations of Shakespeare’s classics.
Somersfield Achieves 100% IB Pass Rate
Somersfield Academy achieved a 100% pass rate for the IB Certificate this year. Headmaster Jim Christopher praised the students for their exceptional performance and the faculty for their dedication. Somersfield’s commitment to high standards and student success was highlighted by this impressive result.
Somersfield Academy Hosts Crucial ADHD Preparation Talk for the New School Year
Dr. Sandy DeSilva, Family Centre psychologist, will be hosting a talk on preparing for the first day of school with a child diagnosed with ADHD at Somersfield Academy. The session aims to provide parents with strategies to ease their child's transition into school and ensure effective communication with teachers. The event highlights the importance of early preparation and understanding to support children with ADHD effectively.
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.
Bananas on the table, strawberries in the fridge . . . investigating the mystery of keeping fruit fresh
The annual Somersfield Academy science fair highlights students' innovative projects, such as exploring how light affects fruit preservation. After weeks of research and experimentation, students present their findings to the community. This year, M2 winner Reem Bushara revealed that fruit exposed to light rots faster than fruit kept in the dark.