Somersfield Academy News
Somersfield Students Bring Bermuda's Heritage to Life with 3D Models
Somersfield Academy's P5 Innovations students created 3D models of Bermuda National Trust properties Verdmont and Waterville. Led by Innovations Director Mark Brown, students measured, scaled, and modelled the buildings, which will be available on Thingiverse for public download & 3D printing in June.
Somersfield Academy Students Contribute to "Write It Down" Project, Preserving Bermuda's Senior Stories
Somersfield Academy students have contributed to the "Write It Down" project, led by Fredrick Hassell, MBE, which records the stories of seniors in Bermuda. Under the guidance of teachers Megan Troake and Jason Hammer, students conducted interviews with elders, capturing memories of life in Bermuda without modern conveniences. The project highlights the importance of preserving local history and fostering connections between generations.
Festival to celebrate the steel pan
Bermuda’s first Pan Jazz Festival, hosted by Somersfield Academy & Atlantic Publishing, celebrates the steel pan’s versatility. Featuring student & adult groups, it highlights local talent & aims to inspire the community. Held on May 5 at Somersfield, tickets are $50 patrons, $25 adults, $10 children.
Somersfield Academy Students Shine in Earth Hour Creativity Contest
Somersfield Academy students excelled in the Earth Hour Creativity Contest, with Derek Tucker-Peters and Mackenzie Paul winning in the 9-11 and 12-14 categories, respectively. Honourable mentions included Luke Madeiros, Nadia Attride-Ramella, Jackie Costello, Jasiri Minors, and Max Johnson.