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Shady Side Academy celebrated the 133 members of the Class of 2024 at Commencement Exercises on Saturday, June 8, 2024, at Michael J. Farrell Stadium.
The ceremony featured choral and jazz performances, a senior speech by Sadie N., and a keynote address by Dr. Anthony P. Williams, Head of School for The Neighborhood Academy. Thompson H. presented the class gift on behalf of the class of 2024–new furniture for the Scott Commons on the Senior School campus.
Senior School History teacher Kyle Smith was honored with The Posner Award for Meritorious Faculty Performance and offered brief remarks.
Members of the graduating class are off to numerous esteemed universities, academies, and programs in the fall. View a full list of Class of 2024 college choices.
View and download photos from Commencement 2024.
Download and purchase photos by Jenna Wallace Photography.
Watch a recording of the Commencement 2024 ceremony.
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