Pittsburgh Girls High School Dorm Reopens Under New Principal

Girls High School of Pittsburgh announced the reopening of its newly renovated dormitory, marking a significant step forward in student life and programming for the coming school year.

The dorm will reopen under the leadership of Mrs. Dobie Thaler, who recently assumed the role of High School Principal. Mrs. Thaler brings over a decade of experience in chinuch and shlichus, with a focus on relationship-driven education and student development.

“The dorm is central to the high school experience,” Mrs. Thaler said. “It’s where students grow socially, emotionally, and spiritually. We wanted to ensure that the physical space reflects the care and intention we bring to every part of our program.”

Academics continue under the direction of Mrs. Leah Shollar, Academic Principal, who oversees a structured and rigorous curriculum emphasizing critical thinking, responsibility, and growth.

“We want our students to think deeply, ask real questions, and develop both intellectual confidence and strong values,” Mrs. Shollar explains. “That balance is what prepares them for life.”
A major highlight of the current academic year is the school’s upcoming educational trip to Israel, taking place this week – a first-of-its-kind experience for Girls High School of Pittsburgh.
The trip marks the first time the school’s students will participate in a fully integrated, curriculum-based Israel program designed specifically for high school girls. Students will engage in guided learning at historical and contemporary sites, structured reflection, and immersive programming focused on Jewish identity, responsibility, and connection to Eretz Yisrael. The experience is intended to build maturity, perspective, and ownership of learning in ways that cannot be replicated in the classroom alone.

“This isn’t a sightseeing trip,” Mrs. Thaler explained. “It’s an educational journey that will challenge our girls to think, reflect, and connect to our history and to themselves.”

The Israel program is part of a broader emphasis on experiential chinuch that extends beyond the school building. In the coming year, Girls High School will also launch an expanded shlichus initiative, bringing Shluchos to Pittsburgh to further enhance programming and student life.

With renewed facilities, new leadership, and a growing emphasis on immersive education, Yeshiva Girls High School of Pittsburgh continues to position itself as a comprehensive high
school option focused on academic rigor, meaningful experiences, and long-term student growth.

Watch the Girls High School video to see the energy and the vision come alive.

Additional details, including admissions information and program highlights, are available in the Girls High School brochure.

To apply now visit https://www.yeshivaschools.com/admissions/