Milton Hershey School Everyday Hero: Richard Little
MHS Everyday Hero: A campaign acknowledging employees at MHS who are often found behind the scenes and show up every day to make a difference in the lives of our...
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This is My MHS Story
The voices of Milton Hershey School are all distinct, but each extraordinary in their own way. MHS blog tells the stories of our extraordinary students, staff, houseparents, parents/sponsors, and graduates. Read on to learn what brought them to MHS, the impact it has had, and the impact they hope to impart on the lives of others.
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Milton Hershey School Students Value Diversity
Milton Hershey School is a welcoming school and home for over 2,000 students from many different cultures. By modeling diversity and inclusion, MHS enhances experiences for students and staff while...
What It’s Like to Be a Kid at Milton Hershey School
Milton Hershey School gives students the opportunities and resources to be their greatest selves. Staff provide nurturing guidance and support to assist children with everything from their basic needs to...
Milton Hershey School is My Life
By Braden Maines ’80, MHS Alumnus and Custodian Milton Hershey School is an amazingly unique place. It’s impacted thousands of alumni and employees. It goes back a few years for...
Milton Hershey School Nurse Finds Family Throughout Career Journey
By John Berarducci, MHS Senior Division Nurse I didn’t always know I wanted to become a nurse. My major in college was pre-dental. After graduating, I ended up working for...
National Nutrition Month: 10 Tips to Achieve a Healthy Lifestyle
By Roberta Tripp, MS RD LDN, MHS Nutritionist As one of three registered dietitians at Milton Hershey School, I work with students, parents/sponsors, and faculty on creating healthy habits to...
Professional Referrals Offer Life-Changing Opportunities
Milton Hershey School is filled with opportunities for students to be nurtured and educated so they can go on to lead fulfilling and productive lives. How students find out about...
Milton Hershey School Mail Clerk Keeps Community Connected Amidst COVID-19
As we cannot be physically together due to the pandemic, sending mail and packages has become an alternative to in-person interactions for birthdays, celebrations, and more. Mail is exceptionally important...
Being Part of a Community is Biggest Blessing for Milton Hershey School Dental Hygienist
By Beth Zimmerman, MHS Dental Hygienist When I was 16, I decided I wanted to become a dental hygienist. In this role at Milton Hershey School, I clean teeth, take...
Milton Hershey School Enrolls Its First Female Students
When asked by a reporter for the New York Times in 1923 about his reasons for setting up the school as he did and to include just boys, Milton Hershey...