The Admissions Team

The Shady Side Academy Admissions Team is here to answer any questions you may have throughout the process and act as a valuable resource for your family. We understand that all questions are important as you try to learn about our school. We encourage you to be in touch at any time and look forward to working with you. Please visit the Frequently Asked Questions page for more information.

Katie Mihm '83
Director of Enrollment Management and Marketing
412-968-3179
kmihm@shadysideacademy.org

Junior School (grades PK - 5)
Maggie Dauer
Director of Admission
412-473-4402
mdauer@shadysideacademy.org

Middle School (grades 6 - 8)
Becci Carter
Admissions Assistant
412-968-3164 
bcarter@shadysideacademy.org

Matt Fisher '95
Director of Admission
412-968-3155
mfisher@shadysideacademy.org

Senior School (grades 9 - 12, optional 5-day boarding available) 
Vanessa Cannon
Admissions Assistant
412-968-3180
vcannon@shadysideacademy.org

Bob Grandizio, Jr. '91
Director of Admission
412-968-3080
rgrandizio@shadysideacademy.org