BLaST Intermediate Unit 17, established in 1971 by the Pennsylvania General Assembly, is an educational service agency dedicated to meeting the needs of Bradford, Lycoming, Sullivan, and Tioga Counties. With a vision to transform lives and communities through educational services, BLaST serves 19 public schools, two career centers, and 12 non-public schools. BLaST offers a wide range of services that are organized into four major divisions: Student Services, Educational Planning, Technology, and Management Services.

Their dedicated staff, including professionals from Educational Staffing Solutions (ESS), provide early intervention and school-age special education services. At BLaST, they strive to practice their core values every day. These values include integrity, respect, communication, and safety.

Through honest and open communication, they ensure the well-being of their students and staff. With a commitment to high-quality educational solutions, BLaST aims to provide, create, and facilitate transformative educational opportunities for their students. Their comprehensive offerings cover various aspects of student support, including behavior and psychological services, therapy services, assistive technology, and more.

BLaST Intermediate Unit 17 is dedicated to empowering students, educators, and communities through their innovative and inclusive educational services