Somersfield Academy News
Somersfield Student attend Inaugural CURB Student Leadership Conference
Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda (CURB) hosted its inaugural Student Leadership Conference on October 24th and 25th, 2023. Under the theme "Building Bridges, Empowering Change," with students gathering from across the island — seven Somersfield Academy students, Emma Allington ‘26, Naomi Crofton ‘27, Dez Darrell ‘27, Aalihay Haffar ‘26, Taylor Herzog ‘26, JitShuen Liew ‘27, and Zarah Siddiqi ‘26, joined the conversation to foster profound discussions on racial equity and community evolution among students.
SPTA Sponsors Diwali Celebration
Diwali is celebrated in Hinduism, Jainism, and Sikhism, and is also known as the festival of lights. It is associated with Lakshmi, the goddess of prosperity, and marks the beginning of the fiscal year.
Culinary Creativity and Service: Naomi and Saraya's CAS Project Unveils 5 Weeks of Delicious Recipes
Embark on a culinary journey with Naomi Every and Saraya Hart's CAS project, featuring 5 weeks of delicious recipes. In an interview by fellow student Zarah Siddiqi, explore the blend of creativity and service behind their creations. Stay tuned for a flavorful adventure in the Somersfield Star newsletter!
Annual Book Buddies Inspire Younger Readers During Readathon
We embarked on a literary adventure during our "Fortnight of Mystery Readathon," where the magic of reading came to life through the enchanting Book Buddies activity! This unique event brought together slightly older children in primary school with their younger counterparts, fostering a sense of camaraderie and a shared love for stories.
Somersfield’s Interact Club Receives Accolades for World Interact Week
The Rotary partnered with the Royal Hamilton Amateur Dinghy Club, the Media Lounge and the Grotto Bay Beach Resort and Spa to provide film passes, pizzas and gift certificates to more than 130 members of Interact Clubs and their advisers to celebrate World Interact Week. Somersfield was one of them!
From Campus to Community: Somersfield Alumni Are Transforming Bermuda's Educational Landscape
Somersfield Academy is producing alumni who make meaningful contributions to our community. One shining example of this is Morgan Kempe, an alumna who has been actively involved in the Bermuda Education Network's (BEN) summer learning programme. This programme focuses on improving the literacy and reading skills of Bermuda’s public school students, providing essential support during summer learning regression.
Legacy of Dedication: David Lunn's Impact at Somersfield
David Lunn, a dedicated educator and Somersfield Academy alumnus, recently concluded his teaching practicum at Somersfield, done through the University of Sunderland.
SPTA Sponsors: ‘The Dangerous Truth About Today's Marijuana’ With Guest Speaker Laura Stack
Somersfield Academy will host parents from independent schools across the island to attend a youth marijuana prevention initiative. Laura Stack, CEO of Johnny’s Ambassadors sheds light on the perils of today's marijuana use.
Community Partner, Island Soul Pottery & Craft Camp, Inspiring Creativity and Positive Expression
We hosted the Island Soul Pottery, Pottery & Craft Camp led by the talented Mrs. Doris B. Wade. With nearly three decades of experience in painting pottery, Mrs. Wade's passion for her craft shines through.
Dr. Vernon Morris Sparks STEM Enthusiasm at Somersfield
We had the privilege of hosting Dr. Vernon Morris at Somersfield recently, where he delivered an enlightening science demonstration and talk to our eager M4 and M5 students. Dr. Morris's visit to Bermuda was made possible through the generous support of Karen Grissette, the US Consul General and a Somersfield parent.