Somersfield Academy News
Somersfield Student Bakes for a Cause
Alexandra Gerenda, 15, combined her love of baking with community service as part of Somersfield Academy's personal project. After months of studying and creating cakes, she hosted a fundraiser for the Eliza DoLittle Society, raising funds to support food security efforts in Bermuda.
Children Take Care of Nature
The Children’s House students, aged four to six years old, went on a cleanup effort at the Botanical Gardens. It was the ultimate delight to watch young children function in nature. For one hour the children were observed communicating and helping one another carry out tasks that would have normally been done by adults. They were all focused on an important objective, which was to help their community.
Sachio Harrison’s Walkathon: A Journey of Gratitude and Giving
15-year-old Somersfield student Sachio Harrison, inspired by his father’s recovery from a brain tumour, is organising a walkathon to raise $15,000 for LCCA & PALS. Part of his M5 personal project, the December 19 event will involve students walking or running to support medical aid and cancer care.
Sounds of Peace at Somersfield
Somersfield Academy celebrated United Nations Day on October 24 with a ceremony rededicating its peace poles. Mrs Margaret Hallett, former Principal, highlighted the school's peace-loving ethos. Students of all ages participated, culminating in the song Let There Be Peace on Earth.
Somersfield Celebrates Success of MYP Students
Somersfield Academy celebrates the success of its students in the Middle Years Programme (MYP), with all predicted students earning their full MYP certificate. Notably, Fae Sapsford achieved seven points in six subjects, scoring 59 out of 63, placing her among the highest performers globally.
Academy Hails Students’ Success
Somersfield Academy has hailed the success of its students, who passed the Middle Years Programme (MYP). All Somersfield students predicted to earn their full MYP certificate were successful, with students scoring ahead of international averages in five subjects, including English and extended mathematics.
Somersfield Montessori Trust Team Wins Bank of Butterfield’s Summer Student Employment Programme Challenge
A team of nine students won the Bank of Butterfield’s Summer Student Employment Programme Challenge. They worked with Somersfield Academy Montessori Trust, creating business proposals for local charities, and earned a $1,650 donation.
Inspiring Global Connections: Hanna Bushara's French Cultural Journey
Somersfield Academy student Hana Bushara joins three peers on a French language and cultural immersion in Cannes, experiencing classes, host family life, and Bastille Day festivities. The journey, reflecting Somersfield's vision of fostering global awareness, concludes with an enriching stay in Paris.
Pupils Raise $45k for St Baldrick’s
Somersfield Academy raised $45,000 for the St Baldrick’s Foundation as 19 students, parents, and teachers shaved their heads in support of cancer research. The event, part of the school’s Community and Service Day, showed solidarity with cancer sufferers and included a walkathon and other fundraising efforts.
Somersfield Academy Recognised at Bermuda National Trust Awards
At the Bermuda National Trust’s annual awards ceremony, individuals and groups were honoured for their exceptional contributions to preserving and enhancing Bermuda’s natural and cultural heritage. Among the distinguished awardees were Somersfield Academy’s Children’s House Division and Robin Horsfield, recognised for their environmental initiatives.