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.

Welcome, SSA students!

Here you'll find valuable information that will help you in your day-to-day life at SSA. To access password-protected pages, including your teacher pages, log in to the Student Portal below. Please bookmark this page for easy access in the future.

Student Portal Login

CDS/JS Student Portal Login

MS/SS Student Portal Login

Log in to access:

S-Book Directory
Teacher Pages
Downloadable School Forms
Technology Resources and Support

Need help logging in? Email us.

Shady Side App (iOS)

The official Shady Side iOS app gives you on-the-go access to the S-Book directory, teacher pages, news, calendars, lunch menus and more!

SSA Student App (iOS/Android)

SSA Student App Senior School Only: SSA Student allows Senior School students, faculty and parents to track daily class schedules, create a digital ID card and more. The app was created by students in the Computer Science Club.

Features: Schedule, Digital ID Card, Digital Planner, News, Daily Bulletin, Lunch Menus, Teacher Pages

Instructions: Students enter their class schedule and ID card number once to set up the app.

Download the iOS App | Download the Android App

Library Resources

Country Day School Library Resources

Junior School Library Resources

Middle School Library Resources

Senior School Library Resources

#SSA Now

Visit the #SSANow section to check out SSA's social media feeds, read our blogs, watch our Day in the Life and YouTube videos, browse photos and download our apps!