Somersfield Academy News
Somersfield Academy Students Shine at Butterfield and Vallis 5K Event
At the Butterfield and Vallis 5K 1.6-mile race for junior athletes Tyler Smith and Kayah Wilks both came first in their respective categories.
Somersfield Academy’s P6 Students Launch Green Awareness Initiative
P6 students at Somersfield Academy are launching a ‘green awareness’ project, focusing on energy-saving practices, carpooling, and litter-free lunches. While most students are using reusable containers and managing lighting well, carpooling needs improvement. Somersfield is upgrading its facilities for better sustainability.
Tyler Smith Secures Second Place in Under-13 Boys' Cross-Country Final
Tyler Smith from Somersfield Academy took second place in the Under-13 Boys’ Cross-Country Final with a time of 12:46.
Kayah Wilks Shines with Second Place Finish at KPMG Invitational Mile
Somersfield Academy's Kayah Wilks finished second in the Primary Girls' race at the KPMG Invitational Mile with a time of 6:22.1, showcasing strong performance and potential for future events.
Somersfield Teacher, Janice Pearman, Revitalises Bermuda’s Steel Pan Tradition
Janice Pearman, a music teacher at Somersfield Academy, has revitalised Bermuda's interest in steel pan music. She introduced the instrument at Paget Primary and continues to inspire students at Somersfield. Her work with the Bermuda School of Music Steel Orchestra highlights her dedication.
Andrew Kempe named MVP for All Stars East
The West triumphed over the East in most of the Bermuda School Sports Federation's All-Star matches, with a standout performance in the Primary game. Andrew Kempe from Somersfield Academy was named MVP for the East, despite the West's 3-1 victory, highlighted by Rahzir Jones's brace.
Somersfield's Jacob Greene Selected for Valencia Youth Academy Training
Jacob Greene of Somersfield Academy is among four talented Bermudian youngsters selected to train with Valencia's youth academy after impressing coaches at the Next Generation VCF Camp. The camp, held in Bermuda, is part of Valencia's growing interest in establishing a permanent academy on the island.
Talented students show off their Biodiversity projects
Somersfield Academy hosted Biodiversity Day, showcasing student projects from all levels. P6 created an energy web displaying 15 Bermuda ecosystems and their species interdependence. Other classes explored Bermuda’s mangroves, coral reefs, African savannas, and the Amazon rainforest's fragility.
Somersfield Academy's $30,000 Grant Fuels Senior Storytelling Project
Somersfield Academy received $30,000 from PartnerRe’s Dollars For Hours project. Their unique initiative involved seniors sharing their life stories, fostering intergenerational connections and creating a lasting impact. The project was part of a broader effort benefiting local charities with significant donations.
Welcome mat rolled out for Ms. Beaulieu
Student Kayley Gibbons writes an article for The Royal Gazette about new teacher, Ms. Beaulieu.