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Photo: Northport Science Whiz Meets President

Aidan Dwyer presents his solar panel array to President Obama at second annual White House Science Fair in February.

student Aidan Dwyer participated in the in February where he had the was one of only twenty or so students who had the opportunity to discuss his project with President Obama.

“It was really cool to meet the President,” Dwyer said, adding that it was a big surprise when Obama walked into the room. The President asked him about his recent and seemed to be familiar with the background of the project.

The 14-year-old was also a guest on Fox New’s program “After the Bell” on February 20.  You can see the interview here.

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