Caregivers Often Need Care Too
By Laura Schmidt, MHS Director of Marketing Communications When a Milton Hershey School employee shares about their job or talks about where they work and the students they serve, often...
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The Power of Career and Technical Education at Milton Hershey School
By Joel Crowley, MHS Elementary Division Innovation Lab Teacher Since 2008—when I started teaching at MHS—I found that one of the many magical things about elementary students is their self-confidence,...
February is the Time to Brush Up on Children’s Dental Health
By Dr. Denise Alston, MHS Director of Dental Services As the director of dental services at Milton Hershey School (MHS), a free residential school for pre-K through 12th grade low-income...
Poverty Talks Series: Engaging with Parents/Sponsors at Milton Hershey School
In 1981, American novelist, Toni Morrison shared in Essence magazine: “I don’t think one parent can raise a child. I don’t think two parents can raise a child. You really...
Five Ways to Find Common Ground During Difficult Conversations
By Jeff Tran, MHS Home Life Administrator At Milton Hershey School, students and staff follow four Sacred Values—Mutual Respect, Integrity, Positive Spirit, and Commitment to Mission. These principles guide our...
Graduate Programs for Success Division Share Tips for Navigating College and Career Milestones
By Tanya Baynham, MHS Vice President of Graduate Programs for Success Division Ready or not, high school seniors are getting closer to one of the most exciting milestones—graduation! Between selecting...
MHS Psychologist Helps Families Prepare for the Holidays with Mental Health Tips
By Kristen Parys, Ph.D., NCSP, MHS Psychologist The holiday season can be filled with joy, but it also can be stressful and challenging for some. Whether families are navigating change,...
Poverty Talks Series: The Legacy of Milton and Catherine Hershey Continues at Milton Hershey School
When you ask a parent what they want most for their child, it’s typical to hear words like, well-rounded, healthy, kind, compassionate, or happy. At Milton Hershey School—a free residential...
Milton Hershey School Teacher Shares Fun, Educational Activities for the Holidays
By Nora Hollobaugh, MHS Elementary Division Teacher During the holiday season, parents and students are looking for activities that will entertain them while home on school break. As an educational...
Milton Hershey School’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Learning Experiences Build Intentional Awareness
By Fonati Abrokwa ’01, MHS Special Assistant to the President for Diversity and Inclusion This school year, we are offering Milton Hershey School staff an opportunity to participate in the...