NASA Representatives Visit With Students At Andover School

ANDOVER, MA – Students at Greater Lawrence Technical School are making their mark on space travel through a partnership with NASA.

Representatives from NASA’s HUNCH program visited the school March 3 to meet with students in advanced manufacturing, robotics, metal fabrication, and environmental science. During the visit, students signed a storage locker that will be sent to the International Space Station.

Students in the school’s advanced manufacturing program have worked for several years on latch knobs used to secure storage lockers aboard the station. Greater Lawrence Tech is the only high school to successfully produce these components to NASA’s strict standards.

NASA HUNCH officials praised the students for their precision and dedication. Dr. Florence Gold, a project manager for the program, said their work will set them apart as they pursue careers or further education.

Three juniors will also have the chance to participate in a paid summer internship, working full-time with school support.

Superintendent John Lavoie called the program a “unique opportunity” that will prepare students for future success.

NASA HUNCH partners with schools across the country, giving students hands-on experience in aerospace engineering and design.