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
E xplore our Campuses
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.

Senior School Calendar

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January 2021

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Sun, Dec 27

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WINTER RECESS

Mon, Dec 28

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Tue, Dec 29

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Wed, Dec 30

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Thu, Dec 31

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WINTER RECESS

Fri, Jan 1

Kwaanza

New Year's Day (US)

WINTER RECESS

Sat, Jan 2

WINTER RECESS

Sun, Jan 3

WINTER RECESS

WINTER RECESS

Mon, Jan 4

All Schools - COVID Testing; No Classes

8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

All Schools, No Classes - COVID Testing

8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Tue, Jan 5

All Schools - COVID Testing; No Classes

8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

All Schools, No Classes - COVID Testing

8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Res Life Study Hall

7:45 PM - 9:45 PM

Wed, Jan 6

Classes Resume - Distance Learning

Res Life Study Hall

7:45 PM - 9:45 PM

Thu, Jan 7

Orthodox Christmas (OC)

Res Life Study Hall

7:45 PM - 9:45 PM

Fri, Jan 8

Sat, Jan 9

Res Life Movie Night

8:15 PM - 9:45 PM

Sun, Jan 10

Mon, Jan 11

In-Person Classes Resume

Student Theatre Rehearsal/Crew TBD

3:50 PM - 5:35 PM

Res Life Study Hall

7:45 PM - 9:45 PM

Tue, Jan 12

Student Theatre Rehearsal/Crew TBD

3:50 PM - 5:35 PM

Res Life Study Hall

7:45 PM - 9:45 PM

Wed, Jan 13

Student Theatre Rehearsal/Crew TBD

3:50 PM - 5:35 PM

Res Life Study Hall

7:45 PM - 9:45 PM

Thu, Jan 14

Orthodox New Year (OC)

Student Theatre Rehearsal/Crew TBD

3:50 PM - 5:35 PM

Res Life Study Hall

7:45 PM - 9:45 PM

Fri, Jan 15

Student Theatre Rehearsal/Crew TBD

3:50 PM - 5:35 PM

Sat, Jan 16

SS Campus Visit - By Appt Only

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Sun, Jan 17

Mon, Jan 18

ACADEMY CLOSED - Martin Luther King Jr Day (US)

Tue, Jan 19

Wed, Jan 20

Student Theatre Rehearsal/Crew TBD

3:50 PM - 5:35 PM

Res Life Study Hall

7:45 PM - 9:45 PM

Thu, Jan 21

PA Coffee with SS Head via Zoom

8:15 AM - 9:15 AM

PA Coffee with SS Head via Zoom

8:15 AM - 9:15 AM

Student Theatre Rehearsal/Crew TBD

3:50 PM - 5:35 PM

Res Life Study Hall

7:45 PM - 9:45 PM

Fri, Jan 22

Student Theatre Rehearsal/Crew TBD

3:50 PM - 5:35 PM

Sat, Jan 23

Sun, Jan 24

Mon, Jan 25

SS Evaluation Day; No Classes

Res Life Study Hall

7:45 PM - 9:45 PM

Tue, Jan 26

Student Theatre Rehearsal/Crew TBD

3:50 PM - 5:35 PM

Res Life Study Hall

7:45 PM - 9:45 PM

Wed, Jan 27

Student Theatre Rehearsal/Crew TBD

3:50 PM - 5:35 PM

College Counseling Coffee & Conversation

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Res Life Study Hall

7:45 PM - 9:45 PM

Thu, Jan 28

Student Theatre Rehearsal/Crew TBD

3:50 PM - 5:35 PM

Res Life Study Hall

7:45 PM - 9:45 PM

Fri, Jan 29

Student Theatre Rehearsal/Crew TBD

3:50 PM - 5:35 PM

Sat, Jan 30

Sun, Jan 31

Mon, Feb 1

Student Theatre Rehearsal/Crew TBD

3:50 PM - 5:35 PM

Res Life Study Hall

7:45 PM - 9:45 PM

Tue, Feb 2

Student Theatre Rehearsal/Crew TBD

3:50 PM - 5:35 PM

Res Life Study Hall

7:45 PM - 9:45 PM

Wed, Feb 3

Student Theatre Rehearsal/Crew TBD

3:50 PM - 5:35 PM

Res Life Study Hall

7:45 PM - 9:45 PM

Thu, Feb 4

Student Theatre Rehearsal/Crew TBD

3:50 PM - 5:35 PM

Res Life Study Hall

7:45 PM - 9:45 PM

Fri, Feb 5

Student Theatre Rehearsal/Crew TBD

3:50 PM - 5:35 PM

Sat, Feb 6

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