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.

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.

Alumni & Development Team

The Alumni & Development Office is committed to forwarding the mission of Shady Side Academy while fostering meaningful relationships with our alumni, parents, grandparents, and friends. We are grateful to SSA's generous and giving community. Thank you!

Allison Saras

Allison Saras, Ph.D.
Director of Alumni & Development

412-968-3077
asaras@shadysideacademy.org

Alicia Barnes

Alicia Barnes
Annual & Corporate Giving Officer

412-968-3017
abarnes@shadysideacademy.org

Megan Chasin

Megan Chasin
Parent & Special Giving Officer

412-968-3015
mchasin@shadysideacademy.org

Gene Deal

Gene Deal
Alumni Engagement Officer

412-968-3012
edeal@shadysideacademy.org

Betty Herrington

Betty Herrington
Alumni & Development Assistant

412-968-3011
bherrington@shadysideacademy.org

Lisa Page

Lisa Page
Manager of Alumni Programming & Special Events

412-447-2252
lpage@shadysideacademy.org

Jamie Scott

Jamie Scott '98
Leadership Programming and Major Gift Officer

412-968-3032
jscott@shadysideacademy.org

Britton Wean

Britton Wean '02
Stewardship Officer

412-968-3030
bwean@shadysideacademy.org