Speaker Series

At Sewickley Academy, we are Intentionally Extraordinary. We strive to broaden our scope and explore a variety of highly relevant and fascinating topics as we introduce our students, families, and community to others who are leaders in their respective fields. Sewickley Academy is pleased to announce the schedule for our 2025-2026 Speaker Series.
Upcoming Speaker Events

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  • Thursday, November 6 - Chad Brockway

    Sewickley Academy welcomes Chad Brockway, Edgeworth Security, to campus to lead parent and student workshops on Social Media and Technology Safety.
     
    Brockway, president of Edgeworth’s intelligence operations division, will explore internet safety and best practices for the responsible use of technology and social media in today’s fast-changing digital landscape.
     
    Parent Session: Thursday, November 6, 2025, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
    Where: Gregg Theater, Sewickley Academy
    Tickets: There is no cost to attend. Seating will be first-come, first-serve and reservations are recommended. This is an adult-only session. Guests must be 18 or older.
    Click here to RSVP.
  • Tuesday, November 11 - Josh Otto '09

    Sewickley Academy welcomes alumnus Josh Otto '09 as the 2025 Veteran's Day Speaker for the Lower, Middle, and Senior Schools. Josh graduated from the US Naval Academy and served three years on the USS New Hampshire. He now works as a Senior AI Solutions Engineer at Seekr. 
  • Monday, January 26 - Sara Harberson

    Sara Harberson is known as America’s College Counselor. She is a nationally recognized authority on elite college admissions with the philosophy that every kid applying to college deserves the best advice. As a dean of admissions, college counselor, and mother of three, Sara has an extraordinary understanding of college admissions. She knows what it takes for each student to get into their optimal college. Sara’s goal is to help every student achieve the best version of themselves through the college admissions process. Her book, SOUNDBITE: The Admissions Secret that Gets You Into College and Beyond, reveals the secrets of her signature college admissions tool, the "Soundbite," and shares tried-and-tested exercises that have helped thousands of students gain admission to their school of choice.
     
    We are excited to welcome Sara to Sewickley Academy for student and parent college counseling sessions!
     
    Parent Session: Monday, January 26, 2026, 7-8 p.m.
    Where: Gregg Theater, Sewickley Academy
    Tickets: There is no cost to attend. Seating will be first-come, first-serve and reservations are recommended. This is an adult-only session. Guests must be 18 or older.
    Click here to RSVP.

    Thank you to the Home & School Association for sponsoring this speaker!
  • Friday, March 13 - Pittsburgh CLO Gallery of Heroes Performance

    Pittsburgh CLO’s Gallery of Heroes brings history to life in this 50 minute ‘edutainment’ musical that highlights the achievement of George Washington. YOUNG WASHINGTON is a dynamic, can’t-miss musical history lesson that brings to life the early years and unexpected rise of George Washington. Audiences will experience his journey through the uncharted wilderness of early America, witness his leadership in the French and Indian War, including pivotal moments in the Pittsburgh region where the future first president began forging the path to his destiny.
     
    Funded by the Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation, Massey Charitable Trust, and other organizations, Pittsburgh CLO’s Gallery of Heroes program travels to area schools to educate and enlighten students about the lives and accomplishments of significant historical figures through mini-musicals. Parents, faculty, and staff are welcome to attend.
Please contact Events Coordinator, Jess Alberga, with any questions regarding our Speaker Series.