About
World-Class Education
Shady Side Academy has set the standard for educational excellence in Western Pennsylvania for more than 130 years.

Our Mission
Challenging students to think expansively, act ethically and lead responsibly.
Admissions
Attend an Open House
Explore our beautiful campuses, meet our students and faculty, and more!

Because "How" Matters
At Shady Side Academy, the difference is "how" – how we engage, how we explore, how we educate.
Schools
FOUR CAMPUSES, ONE ACADEMY
Across 189 acres and four campuses, SSA students have plenty of space to learn, play, create and compete.

TWO WAYS TO BOARD
Seven- and five-day boarding options offer an enriching Senior School experience in a supportive residential community.
Academics
Signature Programs
Learn more about the academic programs that set SSA apart from other schools.

College-Ready
Our three full-time college counselors help SSA students find their best fit colleges.
Arts
A Commitment to the Arts
At a time when other schools are cutting arts programs, our commitment to the arts has never been stronger.

Alumni in the Spotlight
Alumni in the arts include a Tony winner, two Grammy nominees and a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee.
Athletics
Support our Sports Teams
Check the calendar for upcoming events and cheer on our athletes.

Playing at the Next Level
Each year, a number of our graduates go on to play athletics in college.
Student Life
THE VALUE OF SERVICE
All students engage in service projects that reach beyond our campuses to the greater Pittsburgh region and around the world.

Down on the Farm
Our unique SSA Farm initiative integrates sustainability and hands-on learning into the PK-12 curriculum.
Support
The Blue & Gold Fund
Your support provides innovative programs and experiences that prepare our students to make a difference in the world.

Make a Gift
Every gift, no matter the size, makes a difference in the lives of our students and faculty. Make your gift now.
#SSANow
A Day in the Life
What is SSA really like? Watch our videos to get a peek into a typical day in the life of Shady Side students.

In Their Own Words
Read our blogs, and get to know our students and faculty as they share their experiences at SSA.

Preseason Information

Senior School Preseason Athletics

Preseason begins Aug. 12, 2019, for all Senior School fall sports.

Letters from the coaches with preseason details will be posted mid-June.

Cheerleading
Coach Kayla Kolic
Preseason Letter

Crew, Boys and Girls
Coach Pam Ciardi Lloyd
Preseason Letter

Cross Country, Boys
Coach Paul Ejzak '89
Preseason Letter

Cross Country, Girls
Coach Sue Whitney
Preseason Letter

Field Hockey, Girls
Coach Betsy Gorse
Preseason Letter

Football
Coach Chuck DiNardo
Preseason Letter
Team Calendar

Golf, Boys
Coach Mark Hessler, 412-527-7913
Preseason Letter

Golf, Girls
Coach Helene Gosse
Preseason Letter

Soccer, Boys
Coach Ed Ellsworth
Preseason Letter

Soccer, Girls
Coach Mary Lynch
Preseason Letter

Tennis, Girls
Coach Jeff Miller
Preseason Letter

ImPACT Testing

SSA will offer ImPACT concussion baseline testing Tuesday, Aug. 6 and Wednesday, Aug. 7 in the Hunt Hall computer lab. The ImPACT test is mandatory for all newly enrolled Senior School students prior to participation in athletics. Most returning SSA students entering 9th and 11th grade completed the test at SSA in spring 2019. If you are a returning family whose rising 9th or 11th grader did not get tested in the spring, or if you are a newly enrolled family, please register online for ImPACT testing in August.

Questions? Chris Rose, Head Athletic Trainer, crose@shadysideacademy.org