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Somersfield To Move To Remote Learning
Somersfield Academy will be moving to remote learning as of Monday, saying it is for the ”health and safety of our whole school community.” A letter sent to parents said, “Given the significant rise in the number of positive Covid-19 cases in Bermuda, especially among young children, I’m sure you share our heightened concern for... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Peddlers Porch At Somersfield
Somersfield Academy held its “Peddler’s Porch” event today [Nov 9] with vendors selling a large range of products including gift items, baked goods, used items, candles, hot dogs and more. The 19-minute live video replay is below: Today’s inclement weather did not stop the annual flea market sale from going on and the parking lot was filled... Read more of this article
Nov 9: Somersfield Academy’s Peddler’s Porch
Somersfield Academy will be holding an event titled “Peddler’s Porch” on Saturday, November 9 from 10.00am to 2.00pm. The event poster says, “Whether you are a buyer or a seller, we have something for you – everybody profits. Don’t miss Somersfield Academy’s annual flea market sale.” “$25 per spot if you bring your own... Read more of this article
Paul Mariner Visits Somersfield Academy
Somersfield Academy recently hosted a visit by former First Division player for Ipswich Town, Arsenal, and Portsmouth, Paul Mariner. A spokesperson said, “English National, Paul Mariner, and former First Division player for Ipswich Town, Arsenal, and Portsmouth is pictured with the Somersfield Academy Over 13 football team, prior to their game... Read more of this article
Thomas Ilube Inspires Somersfield Students
Somersfield Academy recently hosted a visit by British tech guru, cyber security expert, philanthropist, and educator Tom Ilube, who was ranked first in the Powerlist 2017 – an annual listing of the UK’s 100 most powerful people with African or Afro-Caribbean heritage. A spokesperson said, “Presenting to the P5 to DP1 student body,... Read more of this article
Somersfield Students Shine In I.B. Exams
Somersfield Academy’s 2019 senior class achieved a 95% success rate in the 2019 International Baccalaureate Organization’s [IBO] Middle Years Program eAssessments. A spokesperson said, “This compares quite favorably to the world average of 39.44% students earning full MYP Certificates. The Somersfield students’ average score of 41... Read more of this article
Somersfield Teachers Receive Tech Training
Somersfield Academy teachers took to the classroom yesterday [Aug 28] as students of Dr. Janette Hughes, professor, author and Canada Research Chair in Technology and Pedagogy at Ontario Tech University, formerly the University of Ontario Institute of Technology. A spokesperson said, “Together with teacher-colleague Laura Dobos of Ontario Tech’s... Read more of this article
Vasco Partners With Somersfield Academy
Vasco da Gama Club has announced a partnership with Somersfield Academy. Starting in September 2019, the School’s field will be the Club’s training and home pitch for its Youth Football Programme. “The Club continues to press ahead with its commitment to local football by investing in its youth. Groups training under the Vasco banner will... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Somersfield Building Completion
Somersfield Academy hosted a roof wetting ceremony and reception on Wednesday [June 19] at their newly constructed Centre for International Education which will house the school’s International Baccalaureate programs and more. A spokesperson said, “Somersfield Academy has become Bermuda’s first International Baccalaureate World School... Read more of this article
Students Raise Awareness For Disorders
Neil Varwandkar, an M3 student at Somersfield Academy, along with his partners Michael Costello and Alana Frith, are working to raise awareness of neurological disorders, including Tourette’s syndrome, Executive Function Disorder, and ADHD. Neil Varwandkar said, “I am an M3 student attending Somersfield Academy. I am doing a project along with... Read more of this article
Photos: Somersfield Academy Bermuda Day
Children’s House and Lower Primary students at Somersfield Academy celebrated Bermuda Day yesterday [May 23] with a Mini Bermuda Day parade. “The rain didn’t ruin their beautiful display of costumes and Bermuda Heritage research. In sticking with this years theme for Bermuda Day, the Children’s House students exemplified “Bermudian Excellence”... Read more of this article
Somersfield Students Take Part In Model UN
A group of twelve M4 Somersfield Academy students have demonstrated their ‘international mindedness’ while attending a three day-conference for the Model United Nations. The group travelled to New York between May 8th and May 12th, 2019 to take part in the Global Classroom International Model UN Conference held annually in New York. The... Read more of this article
Photos/Video: Somersfield Academy Spring Fair
Somersfield Academy hosted their annual Spring Fair yesterday [May 11] at their Devonshire campus with lots of game stalls and refreshments available. The Spring Fair’s attractions included train rides, the mobile gaming truck, a mega slide, kiddie land, bouncy castle, delicious food, plant stall, live entertainment, and a baked goods stall. The... Read more of this article
Somersfield Robotics Team Earns Award
Nine members of the Somersfield Academy middle school robotics team recently traveled to Louisville, Kentucky to compete in the 2019 VEX World Championships, where they earned a Judges Award. A spokesperson said, “The Somersfield Sharks team was up against competition from all around the world, with several teams from China and the USA dominating... Read more of this article
Somersfield Academy Spring Fair Set For May 11
Somersfield Academy will be hosting their annual Spring Fair on Saturday, May 11 from 10.00am to 4.00pm. The Spring Fair’s attractions will include train rides, mobile gaming truck, mega slide, kiddie land, bouncy castle, delicious food, plant stall, treasure baskets, live entertainment, and baked goods stall. Organizers encourage attendees to bring... Read more of this article
Somersfield Academy Senior Debate Champions
Somersfield Academy’s secondary students recently represented the school at the annual International Public Speaking and Debate tournament, held from March 21 to March 23 at Bermuda High School. A spokesperson said, “With many first-time public speakers/debate members, as well as seasoned veterans taking part, the Stars shone brightly, displaying... Read more of this article
