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Author: Alex Hayes

A Titanic Tale: How The Hersheys Narrowly Avoided Tragedy

Milton and Catherine Hershey were frequent travelers throughout the world. Photographs and postcards from their adventures were later placed into albums to be shared with visitors of their home. What...

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Milton Hershey School Diver Ranks in State Competition

Milton Hershey School senior Marc Danielson experienced a Breakthrough moment when he placed 16th in the 2024 Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association Boys 2A Swimming and Diving Championships. Marc’s accomplishment is...

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Pennsylvania Farm Show a Milton Hershey School Tradition

The Pennsylvania Farm Show is a time-honored tradition for Milton Hershey School students. This event builds on the MHS Agricultural and Environmental Education (AEE) program, expanding through school clubs and...

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How Milton Hershey School Pre-Apprenticeship Program Prepared Me for Workforce

By Allen Snyder, MHS Senior In August, Milton Hershey School gave me the opportunity to participate in the Pre-Apprenticeship Program. Students in the program completed a two-week training that helped...

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Milton Hershey School Teacher Uses Army Lessons in Classroom

By Paul Gaspich, MHS Law, Public Safety and Security teacher As I reflect on my life this Veterans Day, I realize I am so blessed and appreciative to be the...

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Milton Hershey School Houseparent Support System is Strong

By Josh Pearson, MHS Home Life Hiring Manager and Former Houseparent When Milton Hershey School called us to inform us we were hired to be houseparents, my wife Sarah and...

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Role Models, Houseparents through Generations

Milton and Catherine Hershey created a home and school to give children in need a stable childhood. They communicated what they wanted the school to be in the Deed of...

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Milton Hershey School Compass Project Guides Moral Development

By Ododo Walsh ’98, Senior Director of Home Life Services In today’s rapidly changing world, academic excellence alone is not enough to prepare students for success. To succeed in a...

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Milton Hershey School Whole Child Expert Presents Tips to Engage Children Outdoors

Featuring MHS Assistant Director of Psychological Services Dr. Mike Valle Milton Hershey School’s 7,000-acre campus gives students ample opportunities to explore playgrounds, athletic fields, and green spaces. When students explore...

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Milton Hershey School Senior Appreciates Value of Athletics Program

By Jediah Pritz ’23, Office of Communications Intern Milton Hershey School students receive inspiration from teachers, administrators, and each other. I appreciate the opportunity to reflect on a fellow member...

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