Somersfield Academy News
Alumnus Shamar Morris earns XL Catlin Scholarship
Former Somersfield Academy high honours student Shamar Morris has been awarded the prestigious 2015 XL Catlin Scholarship. Excelling in academics, music & leadership, Shamar's achievements include Youth Parliament Speaker, IB success & community service. He'll study Actuarial Science at UofT.
Somersfield Students Shine in Life Skills Programme Celebration
Somersfield Academy students proudly earned certificates for completing the Life Skills Programme, celebrated alongside CADA, the Department for National Drug Control & Pride Bermuda. The programme equips youth with confidence & skills to navigate challenges & prevent substance abuse.
Student Newspapers Initiative
Hamilton’s street poles are adorned with ribbons in school colours to celebrate the National School Salute, a new initiative by The Royal Gazette. The campaign highlights the achievements of Bermuda’s senior schools, with each school contributing a student newspaper and hosting unique events. Somersfield Academy will showcase their student contributions in tomorrow’s edition.
Somersfield Students Recognised for Environmental Filmmaking Excellence on Earth Day
Somersfield Academy students Miles and Macen Outerbridge won the Lower Primary prize for their environmental film Brothers Doing Their Part, while Hailey Hayward earned Best Use of Emotion for Ocean and Sunset at the fourth annual Earth Day Video Competition. Ten films addressed key environmental issues.
Somersfield Scholar Shines as Young Scientist, Poet & Wildlife Advocate
Gabrielle Reid, a Somersfield Academy MYP student, excels in science, poetry & wildlife advocacy. At 13, she published Whispers of the Sea, met Philippe Cousteau & won the Bermuda Blue Halo contest. A BAMZ volunteer, she shares her passion for nature while balancing academics & creative pursuits.
Getting published a ‘Dream’ for Shanyce Morris
At just 15, Shanyce Morris published Paria Street, a 100-page novel exploring themes like PTSD, abuse, & autism. The book, written for her Somersfield Academy IB personal project, is available on Amazon. Shanyce hopes to raise awareness & plans to continue her writing journey.
Somersfield launches App
Somersfield Academy has introduced a mobile app compatible with iPhones, Android, & Windows devices. It streamlines communication by delivering school updates, event alerts, & classroom notices directly to users’ smartphones or tablets, ensuring parents & students stay informed
Somersfield Academy Students Showcase Creativity in IB Personal Projects
Somersfield Academy MYP students presented diverse IB projects, from Cani Swan's hovercraft to Zydeja Burgess's fashion show raising $500 for charity. Other highlights included Sachio Harrison’s $15,000 walkathon fundraiser, Noah Tompkins’s music album, and Marcus Bassett’s sci-fi story.
Inspired by Malala, Selaah Creates Mural
Selaah Stephenson, 15, created a ten-foot mural to honor Malala Yousafzai’s advocacy for girls' education. Displayed at Somersfield Academy, Selaah’s project uses art to raise awareness of Malala’s courage and efforts for change. She aims to share her tribute with the public soon.
Somersfield Academy Student Sachio Harrison Leads Fundraising Effort for Cancer Charities
Somersfield Academy's Sachio Harrison, 15, inspired his school community to join his walkathon, raising $16,785.66 for LCCA and PALS. The funds will support cancer care and assistance, reflecting Sachio’s gratitude for the help his family received during his father’s brain tumour treatment.