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.
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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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March 2023

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Sun, Feb 26

Boys Prep Hockey Banquet

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Goldstein Test Prep: Class

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Mon, Feb 27

SS Cycle Day 7

Res Life Community Dinner

6:00 PM - 6:45 PM

Campus Master Plan Rollout Session- Senior School

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Res Life Study Hours

7:45 PM - 9:45 PM

Tue, Feb 28

Advisory Groups 10:05-10:30

SS Cycle Day 8

Res Life Study Hours

7:45 PM - 9:45 PM

Wed, Mar 1

SS Cycle Day 1

Goldstein Test Prep: Class

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Res Life Study Hours

7:45 PM - 9:45 PM

Thu, Mar 2

SS Cycle Day 2

Coffee & Conversation

7:30 AM - 9:30 AM

Res Life Study Hours

7:45 PM - 9:45 PM

Fri, Mar 3

SS Cycle Day 3 - Bulldog Dress Down

Senior Class Meeting - Games n' at

10:05 AM - 10:30 AM

Senior School - Class Meetings

10:05 AM - 10:30 AM

Sat, Mar 4

Goldstein Test Prep: Practice Test 4

11:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Sun, Mar 5

Mon, Mar 6

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, Mar 7

Advisory Groups 10:05-10:30

SS Cycle Day 5

Senior School Winter Bands Concert

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Res Life Study Hours

7:45 PM - 9:45 PM

Wed, Mar 8

SS Cycle Day 6

Kindergarteners visit w/ Dr. Peterson's Physics Cl

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Senior School Winter Choir and Strings Concert

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Thu, Mar 9

NO CLASSES (Senior School) - Parent Conferences

Fri, Mar 10

SS Cycle Day 7

SS Acceptance Reception

11:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Sat, Mar 11

SAT NOT AT SSA

7:00 AM - 7:00 AM

Sun, Mar 12

Mon, Mar 13

SS Cycle Day 8

Res Life Community Dinner

6:00 PM - 6:45 PM

Res Life Study Hours

7:45 PM - 9:45 PM

Tue, Mar 14

Advisory Groups 10:05-10:30

SS Cycle Day 1

Tuesday Talks

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Adventure Sports Belaying Practice

3:05 PM - 4:05 PM

Res Life Study Hours

7:45 PM - 9:45 PM

Wed, Mar 15

SS Cycle Day 2

Res Life Study Hours

7:45 PM - 9:45 PM

Thu, Mar 16

SS Cycle Day 3

Res Life Study Hours

7:45 PM - 9:45 PM

Fri, Mar 17

Spring Break begins at dismissal

SS Cycle Day 4 - Bulldog Dress Down

Sat, Mar 18

SPRING BREAK

Dorms Close - All Boarders: Spring Break

12:00 PM - 12:00 PM

Sun, Mar 19

SPRING BREAK

Mon, Mar 20

SPRING BREAK

Tue, Mar 21

SPRING BREAK

Wed, Mar 22

Ramadan (I) begins at sundown

SPRING BREAK

Thu, Mar 23

Ramadan (I)

SPRING BREAK

Fri, Mar 24

Ramadan (I)

SPRING BREAK

Sat, Mar 25

Ramadan (I)

SPRING BREAK

Goldstein Test Prep: Practice Test 1

11:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Sun, Mar 26

Ramadan (I)

SPRING BREAK

Goldstein Test Prep: Class

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Mon, Mar 27

Ramadan (I)

SPRING BREAK

Tue, Mar 28

Ramadan (I)

SPRING BREAK

Wed, Mar 29

Ramadan (I)

SPRING BREAK

Goldstein Test Prep: Class

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Thu, Mar 30

Ramadan (I)

SPRING BREAK

Fri, Mar 31

Ramadan (I)

SPRING BREAK

Sat, Apr 1

Ramadan (I)

SPRING BREAK

Dorms Open - International Boarders: Spring Break

5:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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