Beyond the Quad
Homecoming & Reunion Weekend 2024
Homecoming & Reunion Weekend 2024 was a special celebration of connection and history, honoring 50 years of coeducation at Shady Side Academy. Alumni returned to campus to rekindle friendships, share stories, and create new memories. From lively gatherings to reflective moments, the weekend captured the unique spirit of Shady Side, uniting generations in a shared celebration of past, present, and future.
Fueling change through innovation
Whitney Menarcheck ’06 returns to Shady Side to teach an Immersive — and deepens her connection.
Building futures by thinking ahead
With a career in cutting-edge AI, Eben Adams ’89 P’26,’29 brings the future into focus for students in his Immersive course.
50 Years of Coeducation
2024 was a special year, marking 50 years of coeducation at the Senior School. As part of our Homecoming festivities, Shady Side welcomed back many of our “Original Shady Ladies” — the women of the first coed classes —and incorporated a number of special events throughout the weekend to mark the occasion.