Hogan Blais: Working Towards NCAA Goals with Blyth Academy Online's Flexibility

Hogan Blais is a competitive golfer who has found the perfect balance between his athletic pursuits and academic ambitions, thanks to the flexibility offered by Blyth Academy Online (BAO). Hogan's story highlights how BAO's innovative program enables him to train and compete at a high level. 

Flexibility to Train and Study 

For Hogan, the ability to train out of the country while maintaining his academic progress is crucial. "Blyth Academy Online is the best fit for me because it allows me to pursue my passion for golf in Florida while still receiving a top-tier education from a Canadian institution. I enjoy the fact that Blyth allows me to work on my hours from anywhere in the world," Hogan explains. This flexibility means Hogan can focus on his rigorous training schedule without compromising his studies. 

Achieving Academic and Athletic Goals 

Hogan's academic goals are ambitious: "My academic goals are to graduate high school with a good GPA from Blyth and then receive a good university degree on an NCAA golf scholarship." BAO's flexible learning environment has been instrumental in helping Hogan stay on track. "They have helped me achieve my goals in the past few years by allowing me to be less stressed about school. I’ve never had to worry about tight deadlines or studying for tests because I knew I could do them when I felt prepared, therefore allowing me to focus on more than just school.” 

Supportive Online Learning Platform 

BAO's online platform is designed to support students like Hogan who have demanding schedules. "I enjoy the videos that are included in the lessons which help me understand the things I do not always understand through reading. I also enjoy the access to tutors which enable me to have my work graded before I submit it, getting a second pair of eyes on my work." This combination of multimedia resources and personalized support ensures Hogan can learn effectively, even with his busy training schedule. At Blyth Academy Online, students can access round-the-clock tutor support for math and science, along with complimentary writing assistance for courses that include a writing component. 

Guidance Towards NCAA Goals 

The guidance and support Hogan receives from BAO have been pivotal in his journey towards achieving his NCAA goals. "The teachers have been great and have returned my work quickly and in an orderly manner, giving me good feedback on areas of improvement." Hogan's guidance counsellor, Francie, has been particularly supportive, helping him with his future post-secondary plans. She notes, "The 24/7 accessibility and flexibility that BAO offers are consistently identified as a school strength. This is particularly true for students like Hogan with demanding training, competing and/or performance schedules. Our guidance team offers our full-time students a wide range of support and services including time management, pathway planning and course selection, and post-secondary and NCAA applications. While all credit goes to Hogan for his academic and athletic success, it has been our pleasure to support him towards reaching his NCAA goals." 

A Recommendation for Friends 

When asked what he would say to a friend considering BAO, Hogan is enthusiastic, "I would definitely recommend it to them because it is probably the best long-distance education you can have. Whether you stay in Canada or are on the other side of the world, Blyth is always available and ready to support you. The education is as strong as if you were in a real classroom and its well-recognized history has proven so." 

Hogan Blais's story is a shining example of how Blyth Academy Online's flexibility and support are enabling students to balance their academic pursuits with their passions, providing them with the tools and guidance they need to succeed both in the classroom and beyond.