Somersfield Academy News
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.
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.
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 Academy students show science skills
At the Somersfield Academy Science Fair on February 20, the school's gym was transformed into a showcase for student scientific investigations. One hundred students, aged 11 to 14, presented projects on topics like plant growth and alternative energy. Judged by 24 local scientific experts, the fair highlighted the students' understanding and creativity. Notable winners included Chris Doherty with "Can Coke and Candy Give You Gas?" and Giles Lorimer Turner with "Ant Invaders." Head of Middle Year Programme Science, Sharlene Young, praised the event as a highlight of the year.
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.
Theresa Hinton Places Third in Mathematics Essay Competition
The Bermuda Council of Teachers of Mathematics hosted their first Mathematics Essay Competition in April to celebrate Mathematics Month. This year's topics was "Math - Who Needs It?" for the Middle and Senior School levels.