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
Visit Opportunities
Register for a Zoom information session or a Saturday campus tour today!

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.

GETTING INVOLVED
Extracurricular clubs and activities abound at Shady Side, allowing students to explore new interests, meet new friends and take on leadership roles.
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.

Senior School Calendar

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December 2022

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Sun, Nov 27

Dorms Open for All Boarders: Thanksgiving Break

3:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Mon, Nov 28

SS Cycle Day 4

Res Life Community Dinner

6:00 PM - 6:45 PM

Res Life Study Hours

7:45 PM - 9:45 PM

Tue, Nov 29

Advisory Groups 10:05-10:30

SS Cycle Day 5

Res Life Study Hours

7:45 PM - 9:45 PM

Wed, Nov 30

SS Cycle Day 6

College Counseling Coffee & Conversation - Zoom

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

SAT Test Prep

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Res Life Study Hours

7:45 PM - 9:45 PM

Thu, Dec 1

SS Cycle Day 7

SS Parent Book Club

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Res Life Study Hours

7:45 PM - 9:45 PM

Fri, Dec 2

SS Cycle Day 8 - Bulldog Dress Down

Sat, Dec 3

SAT Administration

7:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Sun, Dec 4

Mon, Dec 5

SS Cycle Day 1

Res Life Community Dinner

6:00 PM - 6:45 PM

Res Life Study Hours

7:45 PM - 9:45 PM

Tue, Dec 6

Advisory Groups 10:05-10:30

SS Cycle Day 2

SS Zoom Information Session

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

SS Zoom Information Session

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Senior School Holiday Choral Concert

7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Res Life Study Hours

7:45 PM - 9:45 PM

Wed, Dec 7

SS Cycle Day 3

Res Life Study Hours

7:45 PM - 9:45 PM

Thu, Dec 8

Bodhi Day (B)

SS Cycle Day 4

Res Life Study Hours

7:45 PM - 9:45 PM

Fri, Dec 9

SS Cycle Day 5

Senior School - Class Meetings

10:05 AM - 10:30 AM

Senior Class Holiday Dinner

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Sat, Dec 10

ACT NOT AT SSA

7:00 AM - 7:00 AM

Admissions ISEE Testing - Grades 5-12

8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Sun, Dec 11

Mon, Dec 12

SS Cycle Day 6

Res Life Community Dinner

6:00 PM - 7:15 PM

Res Life Study Hours

7:45 PM - 9:45 PM

Tue, Dec 13

Advisory Groups 10:05-10:30

SS Cycle Day 7

Res Life Study Hours

7:45 PM - 9:45 PM

Wed, Dec 14

SS Cycle Day 8

Res Life Study Hours

7:45 PM - 9:45 PM

Thu, Dec 15

SS Cycle Day 1

Res Life Study Hours

7:45 PM - 9:45 PM

Fri, Dec 16

SS Cycle Day 2 - FORMAL DRESS

Sat, Dec 17

Dorms Close for All Boarders: Winter Break

12:00 PM - 12:00 PM

Sun, Dec 18

Hanukkah (J) begins at sundown

Mon, Dec 19

Hanukkah (J)

WINTER BREAK

Senior School Musical Voluntary Crew Call

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Tue, Dec 20

Hanukkah (J)

WINTER BREAK

Senior School Musical Voluntary Crew Call

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Wed, Dec 21

Hanukkah (J)

WINTER BREAK

Senior School Musical Voluntary Crew Call

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Thu, Dec 22

Hanukkah (J)

WINTER BREAK

Senior School Musical Voluntary Crew Call

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Fri, Dec 23

Hanukkah (J)

WINTER BREAK

Sat, Dec 24

Hanukkah (J)

Sun, Dec 25

Christmas Day (C)

Hanukkah (J)

Mon, Dec 26

Hanukkah (J) ends at sundown

Kwanzaa (AH) begins

WINTER BREAK

Tue, Dec 27

Kwanzaa (AH

WINTER BREAK

SS Musical Voluntary Stage Crew Work Call

12:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Wed, Dec 28

Kwanzaa (AH

WINTER BREAK

SS Musical Voluntary Stage Crew Work Call

12:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Thu, Dec 29

Kwanzaa (AH

WINTER BREAK

SS Musical Voluntary Stage Crew Work Call

12:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Fri, Dec 30

Kwanzaa (AH

WINTER BREAK

SS Musical Voluntary Stage Crew Work Call

12:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Sat, Dec 31

Kwanzaa (AH

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