Fife pupil is taking off to the United Space School in Texas

By Kevin McRoberts
Published 29th Jun 2022, 08:05 GMT
Updated 29th Jun 2022, 08:05 GMT
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A Levenmouth Academy senior pupil has secured a place at the prestigious United Space School.

William Johnstone will travel to the school, at the University of Clear Lake in Houston, Texas, this summer.

And he has been supported by the Rotary Club of Leven, which is delighted to help sponsor his his trip.

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William Johnstone, who is heading to the United Space School, pictured with Levenmouth Academy headteacher Ronnie Ross.William Johnstone, who is heading to the United Space School, pictured with Levenmouth Academy headteacher Ronnie Ross.
William Johnstone, who is heading to the United Space School, pictured with Levenmouth Academy headteacher Ronnie Ross.

The United Space School programme is a summer school with close links to NASA. It brings together 50 students from 25 nations.

Under the mentorship of leaders in the aerospace industry, they design their own Mission to Mars.

This is an amazing opportunity for William. The Rotarians wished him well and look forward to hearing about his experiences on his return.

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