Alabama School of Fine Arts Math-Science Department junior Dexter Gard has been selected for the Science and Engineering Apprentice Program (SEAP).

The program places academically talented high school students with interest and ability in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) as apprentices in Department of Defense (DoD) laboratories for eight weeks during the summer.

There are more than 25 Navy laboratories across the country currently participating in the Navy SEAP program. While working closely with research personnel, who act as mentors, students will experience scientific and engineering practice. 

Dexter will be at the US Naval Research Laboratory located at NASA’s Stennis Space Center.