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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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...
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...
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...
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...
By Jennifer Hendry, MHS Learning Resource Specialist Reading is a powerful tool. Readers can explore faraway places and meet new friends in the pages of a good book. Read Across...
There have been many changes since Milton Hershey School was created in 1909, yet Milton and Catherine’s mission to give as many students as possible “real homes, real comforts, education,...
By Jerome Pressley, MHS Senior Division Psychotherapist As a psychotherapist at Milton Hershey School, my role is to assist students by providing therapy. As a psychology department, we care for...
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...
By Linda Breisch, MHS Assistant Director of Nursing You cannot reach your potential in any part of life unless you have your basic needs met, and that includes your health....
Milton Hershey School employs over 250 houseparent couples to oversee student homes in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Houseparents provide MHS students a structured, caring, home away from home while they receive a...