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 an information session or a campus visit 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.

GOLD Founders Society

Shady Side Academy is excited to announce the launch of a new level within our leadership society. The GOLD Founders Society is a group of dedicated graduates within the past 10 years, classes 2012-2022, who support Shady Side at a distinguished level of $500 or more. Members of the GOLD Founders Society help raise the bar for academics, athletics, student life, and leave a legacy for future students.

For your convenience, gifts can be paid over the course of the Academy's fiscal year July 1 through June 30. Monthly recurring credit card payments are an easy and affordable way to join the Founders Society. If you work for a matching gift company, your employer’s match will count toward your membership! Please visit our online giving form www.supportssa.org to make your gift today.

One-time Gift	$500
Semiannual Gift amounts	2 gifts of $250
Monthly Gift amounts (September through June)	10 gifts of $50

For more information about the GOLD Founders Society, please contact the Alumni & Development Office at 412-968-3011 or development@shadysideacademy.org.