Founded in 1916, The Ellis School is a college-preparatory, educational institution that serves young women in pre-kindergarten through grade 12. The school s curriculum includes English, History, math, science, computer science, physical education, and performing and visual arts. It also offers instruction in world languages, including Spanish, Latin, French, Chinese and Russian. The Ellis School provides opportunities for participation in sports, such as basketball, field hockey, swimming, soccer, tennis and cross-country. The school s alumnae council sponsors traveling programs for alumnae, parents, students and friends. The Ellis School offers college counseling services to students. In addition, it organizes a summer day camp that includes a selection of indoor and outdoor activities, including dance, music, yoga, roller skating and rock wall climbing.
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Founded in 1883, Shady Side Academy Junior School is a private, coeducational institution that serves students in pre-kindergarten through grade five. The school offers a range of programs in art, music and theater. Its academic curriculum includes several subjects, such as reading, writing and arithmetic. Shady Side Academy Junior School also provides transportation services. The school offers after-school programs that include classes in music, reading, dance, drama, basketball, tennis, soccer and puppetry. It organizes various workshops, field trips and community projects. In addition, the school provides summer discovery programs that include various activities, such as swimming, basketball, arts and crafts, nature study and woodworking. Shady Side Academy Junior School is a part of the Shady Side Academy and is located in Pittsburgh.
The North Hills School District offers educational programs to students in kindergarten through grade 12. Its schools academic curriculum includes various subjects, such as business, fine arts, foreign languages, math, physical and health education, science, social studies, English, reading and special education. The district s schools organize various athletic activities, such as cross country, football, volleyball, basketball, track and field, wrestling, golf, soccer, baseball and softball. Each district school has a library that provides curriculum-related materials to promote reading and lifelong learning skills. In addition, the district s schools offer preschool, child care and summer programs. The district operates elementary, junior high and senior high schools, as well as a career center. The North Hills School District is located in Pittsburgh.
North Hills Senior High School is a part of the North Hills School District, which operates various elementary, middle and high schools. North Hills Senior High School serves more than 1,300 students in grades 10 through 12. Its academic curriculum includes a range of subjects, such as accounting, photography, pottery, literature, anatomy, biology, carpentry, chemistry, math, trigonometry, and health and physical education. The school also offers courses in finance, world history, literature, sociology, and science and technology. In addition, the school operates a guidance department that offers counseling services to its students. North Hills Senior High School provides various sports activities, including cross country, football, volleyball, tennis, soccer, hockey and golf. It is located in Pittsburgh.
