Visit
Welcome to Shady Side Academy! We are pleased to offer several opportunities for families to learn more about our four campuses. See below for details. In order to safely manage our visit opportunities, most events require online sign-up through Veracross, our admissions portal. To register for an event and receive our additional information, please complete our online inquiry form and set up an account in Veracross.
Virtual and On-Campus Visit Opportunities
Country Day School
- Upcoming Visit Programs
- Student-Led Campus Video Tour
- Day in the Life Video
- Campus Photo Slideshow
- Interviews
Upcoming Visit Programs
Campus Tours
Take an in-person tour of the Country Day School campus to see students and teachers in action.
Zoom Information Sessions
- Tuesday, April 12, at 10 a.m. - Grades PK-5
- Wednesday, May 18, at 10 a.m. - Grades PK-5
How to Register
Call 412-936-1277 to schedule your campus tour. Register for a Zoom Information Session through our Veracross Admissions Portal.
- Already have a Veracross account? Click here.
- Don't have a Veracross account yet or not sure? Click here.
- Need help? Email admissions@shadysideacademy.org or call 412-963-1277.
Student-Led Campus Video Tour
Day in the Life Video
Campus Photo Slideshow
Interviews
The parent interview is an opportunity for us to get to know your family, and for you to share additional information about your child and what you are looking for in a school. This personal meeting with the Admissions Director, conducted in person or via Zoom, is an excellent time to ask questions specific to your child's interests and your family's needs.
Applicants can register for an interview via their Veracross Admissions Portal account. Please contact a member of the Admissions Team with questions.
Junior School
- Upcoming Visit Programs
- Student-Led Campus Video Tour
- Day in the Life Video
- Campus Photo Slideshow
- Interviews
Upcoming Visit Programs
Campus Tours
Take an in-person tour of the Junior School campus to see students and teachers in action.
Zoom Information Sessions
- Tuesday, April 12, at 10 a.m. - Grades PK-5
- Tuesday, May 10, at 10 a.m. - Grades PK-5
How to Register
Call 412-473-4437 to schedule your campus tour. Register for a Zoom Information Session through our Veracross Admissions Portal.
- Already have a Veracross account? Click here.
- Don't have a Veracross account yet or not sure? Click here.
- Need help? Email admissions@shadysideacademy.org or call 412-473-4437.
Student-Led Campus Video Tour
Day in the Life Video
Campus Photo Slideshow
Interviews
The parent interview is an opportunity for us to get to know your family, and for you to share additional information about your child and what you are looking for in a school. This personal meeting with the Admissions Director, conducted in person or via Zoom, is an excellent time to ask questions specific to your child's interests and your family's needs.
Applicants can register for an interview via their Veracross Admissions Portal account. Please contact a member of the Admissions Team with questions.
Middle School
- Upcoming Visit Programs
- Student-Led Campus Video Tour
- Day in the Life Video
- Campus Photo Slideshow
- Interviews
Upcoming Visit Programs
Campus Tours
Take an in-person tour of the Middle School campus to see students and teachers in action.
Zoom Information Sessions
- Wednesday, April 6, at 9 a.m. or 7 p.m. - Grades 6-8
- Monday, May 9, at 9 a.m. or 7 p.m. - Grades 6-8
Student Shadow Days
Prospective students are invited to spend the day at Shady Side. Attend classes, go to lunch, make new friends. This is a great opportunity to see what it's like to be part of the Shady Side community.
How to Register
Call 412-968-3155 to schedule your campus tour and shadow day. Register for a Zoom Information Session through our Veracross Admissions Portal.
- Already have a Veracross account? Click here.
- Don't have a Veracross account yet or not sure? Click here.
- Need help? Email admissions@shadysideacademy.org or call 412-968-3155.
Student-Led Campus Video Tour
Day in the Life Video
Campus Photo Slideshow
Interviews
The parent interview is an opportunity for us to get to know your family, and for you to share additional information about your child and what you are looking for in a school. This personal meeting with the Admissions Director, conducted in person or via Zoom, is an excellent time to ask questions specific to your child's interests and your family's needs.
Applicants can register for an interview via their Veracross Admissions Portal account. Please contact a member of the Admissions Team with questions.
Senior School
- Upcoming Visit Programs
- Student-Led Campus Video Tour
- Drone Video Campus Tour
- Day in the Life Video
- Campus Photo Slideshow
- Interviews
Upcoming Visit Programs
Campus Tours
Take an in-person tour of the Senior School campus to see students and teachers in action.
Zoom Information Sessions
- Thursday, April 7, at 9 a.m. or 7 p.m. - Grades 9-12
- Thursday, May 5, at 9 a.m. or 7 p.m. - Grades 9-12
Student Shadow Days
Prospective students are invited to spend the day at Shady Side. Attend classes, go to lunch, make new friends. This is a great opportunity to see what it's like to be part of the Shady Side community.
How to Register
Call 412-968-3080 to schedule your campus tour and shadow day. Register for a Zoom Information Session through our Veracross Admissions Portal.
- Already have a Veracross account? Click here.
- Don't have a Veracross account yet or not sure? Click here.
- Need help? Email admissions@shadysideacademy.org or call 412-968-3080.
Student-Led Campus Video Tour
Drone Video Campus Tour
Day in the Life Video
Campus Photo Slideshow
Interviews
The parent interview is an opportunity for us to get to know your family, and for you to share additional information about your child and what you are looking for in a school. This personal meeting with the Admissions Director, conducted in person or via Zoom, is an excellent time to ask questions specific to your child's interests and your family's needs.
Applicants can register for an interview via their Veracross Admissions Portal account. Please contact a member of the Admissions Team with questions.