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Secretary of Education Dr. Khalid Mumin Highlights Innovative Teacher Certification Pathways during Tour of BLaST Intermediate Unit 17 Region
Secretary of Education, Dr. Khalid Mumin, recently toured schools and colleges within the BLaST Intermediate Unit 17 region, underscoring the importance of career preparedness, educator workforce development, and teacher certification […]
Local Students Participate in 2024 Regional Media and Design Competition
Three local school districts and their students recently participated in BLaST Intermediate Unit 17’s, 22nd Annual 2024 Regional Media and Design Competition, hosted by Lycoming College. Approximately 20 high school […]
BLaST Students Build Connections with Local Law Enforcement
In an effort to strengthen community bonds and foster positive relationships between students and law enforcement, BLaST Intermediate Unit 17 hosted its first “School Grounds and Games” event that brought […]
‘Magical moment’ for kids riding special bikes in Grand Slam parade
BLaST IU 17 Finds New Ways to Support Regional Educators
BLaST Intermediate Unit 17 released a new webinar series through their Online Learning Hub to support K-12 educators in providing remote education with competence and confidence. These FREE, 30-minute online […]
BLaST provides FLU and Coronavirus Facts
In partnership with Bucks County IU, BLaST IU17 is providing a comprehensive list of resources to support school and agency leaders related to the Flu and Coronavirus. This page is […]
Local Schools Compete in Regional Governor’s STEM Competition
As part of the PA Governor’s STEM Competition, BLaST IU 17 partnered with Lycoming College to host its sixth annual regional competition on Wednesday, February 5, 2020, for student teams […]
Grant Funding Supports Community Partnership on Poverty
Making Ends Meet for Students from Poverty Williamsport, PA – January 2020 – BLaST IU 17, was awarded a $55,000 grant from the Williamsport Lycoming Community Fund at the First […]
School Directors Recognized at IU 17 Board Meeting
School Directors Recognized at IU 17 Board Meeting A quality public education is a key that can open doors of opportunity for many students. Providing that education requires a team […]
Mansfield University and BLaST IU 17 Host STEM Innovation Showcase for Educators!
Educators from 15 public and non-public schools met on Saturday, September 7th, for the STEM Innovation Showcase at Mansfield University. The Showcase featured presentations from Mansfield University faculty, networking opportunities, […]