The Gift of Thanksgiving Traditions at Milton Hershey School
It is fitting that the Deed of Trust creating Hershey Industrial School was signed by Mr. and Mrs. Hershey on November 15, 1909—during the season of harvest and thanksgiving. Giving,...
Author: Megan Howell
Founders Day: Giving the Gift of Stock
In the fall of 1918, the big news of the world was World War I, waging since the summer of 1914. The war officially ended on Nov. 11, 1918. Two...
Defining My Future, Letting Go of My Past
By Maggie, an MHS freshman From a young age, we are always told to “push through” any trials or tribulations that life throws in our face. For most of us,...
Teaching Is About the Little Moments
When teaching at the elementary or middle school level, teachers may not always see the fruits of their labor. Often times, it could be years later that you see the...
Part Five: Advice for Parents/Sponsors
By Tennille, an MHS parent/sponsor If you do make the decision to accept the opportunity to send your child to Milton Hershey School, here’s my advice: Support the houseparents and...
Founders Day Tree Planting
The tradition of the senior class planting a tree for Founders Day began as a tribute to George Copenhaver, the first superintendent of Milton Hershey School. The first tree was...
Giving Back Through Houseparenting
Frank Pascale grew up in a neighborhood surrounded by poverty and crime. After hearing about Milton Hershey School and its mission, he and his wife Lisa jumped at the opportunity...
Giving the Ultimate Gift
Each year, Milton Hershey School pays tribute to those alumni who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country. During World War II more than 1,000 alumni served their country. Milton...
The Hartmans and the Main
The Deed of Trust, which created The Hershey Industrial School, stipulated that all students admitted, “shall be fed with plain, wholesome food; plainly, neatly, and comfortably clothed, without distinctive dress,...
Football Teaches MHS Eighth-Grader an Important Lesson About Growth
By Marcus, an MHS eighth grader Marcus Rodriguez enrolled at Milton Hershey School in second grade after one of his parents was incarcerated. Originally from Lancaster, Pennsylvania, it took time...