Who We Are
Blyth Academy Online (BAO) is a Ministry-inspected Ontario high school offering the full Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) online. As the preferred academic partner of North Pole Hoops, BAO provides student-athletes with NCAA-aligned, flexible, and fully accredited courses designed to support university-bound basketball players.
Why Choose BAO for Your Team?
- NCAA-Aligned Courses: Fully accredited and meet NCAA eligibility requirements.
- Flexible Learning: Self-paced platform accommodates demanding training and travel schedules.
- Athlete-Focused Curriculum: Interdisciplinary electives and core courses tailored to student-athletes.
- University Pathways: BAO graduates have received offers from NCAA, USports, and Canadian universities.
- Trusted by Elite Programs: Partners include OHL teams, Olympic-levelathletes, and international sports academies.
Team Coordinator Role & Support Team coordinators are central to the success of each academic program. They serve as the primary academic contact and will be granted Mentor status in the BAO system to help support and track their athletes’ progress.
Mentors are responsible for:
- Confirming accurate course selection and ensuring full payment is completed.
- Monitoring course progress and supporting timely completion.
- Coordinating with BAO for academic check-ins or support requests.
A full checklist and onboarding guide will be provided to help teams launch a successful academic program.
How to Enroll – Step-by-Step Guide
For Individual Student-Athletes:
- Visit the course catalog: www.blytheducation.com/online/courses
- Select your course(s) and click “Buy Now.”
- Use the promo code NPHoops25 at checkout to apply for your courses,
including an exam award so exam proxy fees are waived. - Complete payment. Note: All payments must be received in full before
course access is granted. - Access to courses is typically provided within 1–2 business days of payment.
For Teams (Bulk or Coordinated Enrollment):
- Contact Mike Dotto to begin planning.
- Once undertaken, BAO will assist in identifying core and elective course options
for students enrolling in full year studies. - Team coordinators confirm all registrations and ensure payments are processed.
- Mentor access will be granted to help track and support student progress.
Fee Breakdown:
| Description | Amount |
|---|---|
| BAO Grade 10–12 per course | $595 |
| BAO 4 courses Grade Postgrad | $2,340 |
| BAO 8 courses Grade 10–12 | $3,995 |
| PLAR | $150 |
| Document Courier Fee – Domestic | $25 |
| Grad Package – Domestic (courier of one official transcript + diploma) | $150 |
| OSSLT | $200 |
| OSR/Admin Fee | $150 |
| Transcript Fee | $25 |
| Exam Fee | $20 |
Contact Us
David Oancia – Senior Partnership Manager
📧 admissions@blytheducation.com | 📱 +1 (416) 960-3552 ext.180
Mike Dotto – North Pole Hoops Representative
📧 mdotto@northpolehoops.com | 📱 +1 (416) 554-3842
Let’s build strong academic pathways for the next generation of Canadian
basketball talent.