The Sierra Group Academy

09/18/2026

Together, we are driving up employment and independence.

https://www.thesierragroupacademy.org/graduate-success/

Governor Josh Shapiro has proclaimed September 13–19, 2026 as Direct Support Professional (DSP) Recognition Week in Pennsylvania.

OVR proudly recognizes and thanks the dedicated DSPs who empower Pennsylvanians to achieve their employment and vocational goals. Your compassion, advocacy, and commitment help individuals live more independent, meaningful lives every day.

Thank you to our DSPs and provider partners for the incredible impact you make across Pennsylvania.

Join us in celebrating DSP Recognition Week and the difference these professionals make every day!

08/27/2026

Throwback Thursday - content from Melody Pennachietti:
"I miss you all 💝
2 yrs ago today! What amazing memories!
Thankful for you and your influence. Praying for you continually!"

08/20/2026

Gone But Not Forgotten: Jeffrey Lynn Wooten (RIP 1958 - 2024), alumni Tribute 10 years ago today, with Marie Palladino.

08/13/2026

Employed!

Jeremiah graduated from Sierra on January 30th, 2026.

Stopped by on his day off from work to return his loaner laptop!

Made my day!

07/27/2026

Event Update: Story Sharing Hour Postponed

Thanks to the amazing response from our recent Alumni Launch Event, we're busy following up with alumni and fostering new connections. To give these conversations room to grow, we're moving our Virtual Story Sharing Hour to the last Thursday of August.

DATE: August 27, 2026
TIME: 12:00–1:00 PM (Lunch hour!)
WHERE: Zoom

DM us for the Zoom link, and feel free to invite a friend! We can't wait to connect with you then.

We appreciate your understanding and look forward to connecting with you on August 27th!

07/21/2026

PSA for Our Community

PA Housing is currently accepting Section 8 vouchers. If this resource may benefit you or someone you know, please visit their official website for more information and application details.

*Sierra Group Academy is not affiliated with PA Housing and is sharing this information solely as a community resource.

PA Housing is now accepting Section 8 vouchers. We encourage interested applicants to submit their applications via the link in our bio. We welcome everyone and invite you to review our website and property portfolio to select the best option for you. Thank you ☺️.

07/08/2026

CONGRATS! Brian Carpenter EMPLOYED as Special Education Van Driver!

We checked in with Brian after employment since November 2025. https://zoom.us/clips/share/S13Hbbx7TRKp5iIDZ-2cIw

Shout outs to Krise Transportation for hiring Brian, and to collaboration with those involved in his post graduation placement including Harrisburg OVR's, Karen Conrad.

Visit our website for more success stories and learn about our mission to “Drive up employment for Americans with disabilities”. https://www.thesierragroupacademy.org/graduate-success/

06/26/2026

Learning Evokes FEELING!

Here’s how SGA students FELT today, having successfully completed their GROUP PowerPoint Presentations!

"Satisfied", "Happy & connected”, “Good”,
“Jumpstarted!”, “Encouraged,” “Inspired,”
"It felt good being part of a team” “Proud”,
“Connected”, “Excellent”, “Strong”,
AND — "Teamwork makes the dreamwork!!”

06/10/2026

Annual Community Job Fair at Temple University! “Our job seeking graduates were on point at this years Job Fair”. Director Janet Fiore attends to grow more business partnerships.

Temple UniversityAramarkSeth AcostaDanny LopezJanet Louise

05/22/2026

CONGRATS! Jenien Green EMPLOYED as CSR!
We looked back at her graduation ceremony.
https://zoom.us/clips/share/kR6fk2LMRr6dVqNtBfVoKA
Shout outs to Wawa for hiring Jenien, and to collaboration with those involved in her post graduation placement including: Philadelphia OVR's, John Kronbar, Sally Belli, Tasha Carter, Job Coaching from Merakey, and the Office of the First Lady for making the Wawa partnership a reality for adults with disabilities throughout the Commonwealth.
Visit our website for more success stories and learn about our mission to “Drive up employment for Americans with disabilities”.
https://www.thesierragroupacademy.org/graduate-success/