Gratitude: The Lesson That Lasts a Lifetime
November has always held special meaning at Milton Hershey School (MHS)—a moment to celebrate our founders, renew our traditions, and unify around the matchless spirit of thanksgiving. But this year,...
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George and Prudence Copenhaver—A Legacy of Leadership
At the heart of Milton Hershey School’s rich history are two individuals whose dedication and compassion helped shape the school’s foundation—George and Prudence Copenhaver. Hired by Milton Hershey in 1909...
The History of the Milton Hershey School Alma Mater
In December 1951, the Board of Managers officially received permission to change the name of Hershey Industrial School to Milton Hershey School. This decision was not made lightly; over the...
FAFSA: Tips for Families Navigating Financial Aid
By Megan Shreve, Scholarship Support Specialist Applying for college is a major milestone. For many families, figuring out how to pay for it is one of the biggest challenges. The Free...
Ken McCall: Living Our Pledge Every Day
Ken McCall, Agricultural and Environmental Education Assistant Director and Land Coordinator, is better known by his nickname at Milton Hershey School: “Farmer Ken.” Farming is more than a job for...
Milton Hershey School Learning Assistant Shares Tips for Helping Reluctant Readers
By: Katelyn Talmadge, Elementary Division Learning Assistant Teacher Most of us have been there. It’s getting later and later at night. We’re trying everything we can to have our son...
Despite Challenges, MHS Staffer Focuses on Resilience, Purpose, and Positive Spirit
In a quiet office tucked in the Milton Hershey School Central Operations Facility, CAD and GIS Manager Charles Nguyen carries a presence that is humble and profound. His story is...
Helping New Students Soar: The Co-Pilot Program at Milton Hershey School
By Christopher Rich, MHS Senior Manager of Elementary Division Student Health Services When new students enroll at Milton Hershey School, they are not just joining a new school; they are...
Milton S. Hershey – The Early Years
Central Pennsylvania in the mid-1800s was a landscape of farmland stretching for miles, with Horseshoe Pike, today’s Route 322, serving as the main road for farmers hauling their wagons west...
Graduate Programs for Success Shares Tips for Planning College Tours
Planning college tours is an exciting milestone—but it can also feel overwhelming without the right guidance. Many Milton Hershey School graduates are the first in their families to attend college,...