HFI Specialized Learning
Holy Family Specialized Learning (HFSL) is a licensed, private academic school for students in grades 1-12. Enrollment is based on a referral from the student's home school district. HFSL serves families and school districts in Allegheny and surrounding counties.
HFSL students are supported through a 1:6 student to staff ratio. Classrooms are staffed with a Pennsylvania-certified teacher and a classroom associate. Course content features hands-on experiential learning aligned with state standards.
Referring a Student
To refer a student for enrollment during the 2025-2026 school year, school districts must complete the form linked HERE.
2025-2026 School Year Calendar
The first day of school for students is Tuesday, September 2. The 2025-2026 school year calendar can be viewed HERE.
HFSL Contacts
Dale Sleva, Jr.
Principal
412-239-9054
sleva.dale@hfi-pgh.org
Emily Keefe
Interim Education Director
412-586-0160 ext. 1643
keefe.emily@hfi-pgh.org
Rilee Foote
Executive Assistant
412-586-0160
foote.rilee@hfi-pgh.org
School District Resources
Family Resources
Contact Us
100 Enger Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15214
412-586-0160
Holy Family Specialized Learning is licensed by the Pennsylvania Bureau of Private Academic Schools and approved to offer elementary and secondary programming in regular education and special education including Learning Disabled, Intellectually Disabled and Socially/Emotionally Disturbed by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, Bureau of Special Education.
