Sitka’s Blatchley Middle School highlights 'Discover Your Potential' program

Feb 23, 2026

Blatchley Middle School showcased 'Discover Your Potential' — a multi-day program offering career and enrichment courses (50 this year) with 35 community partners; staff credited the program with sharply reducing office referrals and helping students pursue careers.

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Ben White, assistant principal at Blatchley Middle School in Sitka, told the Alaska House Education Committee on Feb. 23 that the school’s 'Discover Your Potential' (DYP) week pairs students with community partners for immersive career and enrichment classes.

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