A retired NASA astronaut has recently visited a secondary in High Wycombe.

Dominic 'Tony' Antonelli visited the John Hampden Grammar School on Friday, June 9 where he spoke to numerous Year 12 students about his experiences as an astronaut, along with the two space flights to the International Space Station.

The 55-year-old also took part in a questions and answers section with the sixth formers at the end.

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His visit was kindly organised by alumnus Sam McKee with help from the International Space School Education Trust (ISSET). 

Headteacher Tracey Hartley said: “He delivered an honest and inspirational presentation which included stunning photos and video footage of Mars and earth from space.’

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 “He proved to the boys that through hard work and making the most of opportunities you really can go anywhere - including outer space.”

For students of the future - JHGS will be welcoming prospective parents to the school at their open evening on July 11 this year and a place can be booked via the school website box office.