Beyond Hello

Episodes

1. 10

   Episode 10 - Sophie Lau

   Outgoing Senior School Head, Sophie Lau, takes us through her professional journey from first-year teacher to Head of School. We learn about her inspiration for teaching, her motivation for leading, some of her favorite moments, and the legacy she leaves at Shady Side alongside the vision for...

   Jul 4, 2020

   41m
2. 9

   Episode 9 - Gil Schneider

   Gil Schneider has served as Shady Side Academy's Chief Financial Officer for the past seven years following a successful career in the corporate world with both Seagrams and Heinz. At the precipice of his retirement, Gil shares his wisdom, his perspectives, and wonderful stories of his journey…

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   Jun 27, 2020

   43m
3. 8

   Episode 8 - Shelbey Hetler

   Shelbey Hetler is the Catering Manager at Shady Side Academy. Through our food service provider, Metz, Shelbey is an integral member of the Shady Side community flawlessly pulling off events large and small as well as the day-to-day food needs of kids and adults at the senior school and all four...

   Jun 20, 2020

   25m
4. 7

   Episode 7 - Brandon Klinge

   Brandon Klinge is currently the Head Custodian at the Junior School. Coming to SSA seven years ago on a whim, Brandon was immediately struck by the warmth of the community. Working on all four campuses in various capacities, Brandon has gone out of his way to help people. From the faculty trying…

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   Jun 13, 2020

   30m
5. 6

   Episode 6 - Tami Fire

   Tami Fire is the music and theater arts teacher at Shady Side Academy Country Day School. She joined the faculty of Fox Chapel's Country Day School 17 years ago following teaching opera to school children. Going Beyond Hello with Tami takes us through wonderful adventures in music, community, and…

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   Jun 6, 2020

   37m
6. 5

   Episode 5 - Paul Ejzak

   Paul Ejzak returned to his alma mater, Shady Side Academy, as an English teacher in 1997. The passion that was ignited in his years as a student for literature have stayed with him through today. He is a longtime runner and cross country coach, he has lived in the dorms on campus, and has been...

   May 30, 2020

   40m
7. 4

   Episode 4 - Karen DiFiore

   This conversation with Karen DiFiore is further evidence that she is the fittest, most fun, creative and dynamic gym teacher we are lucky enough to know. But she is so much more than a teacher of physical education. What began as a long-term substitute position turned into the best accident to…

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   May 23, 2020

   27m
8. 3

   Episode 3 - Claire Logsdon

   Claire Logsdon joined the Shady Side Academy community this school year as the Dean of Studies. She was drawn to this role for the opportunity to build relationships with faculty and students. This conversation captures gems and stories from Ms. Logsdon including her journey from pre-med to...

   May 16, 2020

   37m
9. 2

   Episode 2 - Amy Nixon

   Episode 2 - Amy Nixon, Head of Shady Side Academy’s middle school, shares stories with us about her 17 years in that role, the year that she spent as SSA’s interim president, raising 3 boys of her own, mentors, goals, gardening, and so much more.

   May 9, 2020

   31m
10. 1

    Episode 1 - Dave Szlachetka

    We are so pleased to introduce Episode 1 of this podast! Our first guest on the show is Dave Szlachetka. What began as a part-time coaching gig has turned into a 28 year career at Shady Side Academy. He has served in various roles at the school and his passion for teaching and students is evident...

    May 2, 2020

    31m
11. 1

    Beyond Hello - An Introduction

    What started as an idea more than 3 years ago is finally coming to fruition. We are so excited to be launching this project, a podcast to go beyond hello to form deeper connections and foster community. Join us as we get to know one another better through next level conversations.

    Apr 18, 2020

    3m