A Career That Makes a Difference
Growing up in the city of Detroit, Duane Mayfield was always passionate about mentoring youth. When he and his wife Angel were looking to relocate, he began searching the web...
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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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Creativity: The Secret to Success in the Trades
Jazzy, a Milton Hershey School senior, already has experience building homes for others. After taking specialized construction and carpentry classes through Milton Hershey School’s Career and Technical Education program, she...
5 Winter Traditions at Milton Hershey School
When Milton and Catherine Hershey founded Milton Hershey School, they wanted students to have proper recreation and plenty of opportunities to stay active. The winter time was no exception. Ice...
Sharing the Gift of Travel and Culture
A Life-Changing Trip Across the World Brought Kimberly Ross ’02 Home Milton Hershey School teacher and alumna Kimberly Ross ’02 has a few life-altering moments that are forever imprinted in...
10 High School Students Shared Their Intentions for 2019
The Power of New Year Intentions, Not Resolutions This year, instead of focusing on New Year’s resolutions, the Milton Hershey School community is setting intentions for the year. Inspired by...
How to Become Extraordinary
By Clare Ogle, a Milton Hershey School Houseparent We watch a lot of movies in our student home, and my favorite type are probably the ones that are based on...
An Everlasting Community
By Ethan, an MHS senior Beginning a new year isn’t always easy, but the goals you set for yourself can help you start the new year strong. Before I came...
The Gift of the Game
By Tony Sedun, an MHS Middle Division English Teacher “White or black?” I say with a smile. The student states his preference and we begin setting up the board. Green...
Finding Purpose Through Mentorship
From financial services and banking to restaurant management, volleyball coaching, and marketing consultation, Tennekah Williams has a diverse range of work experience. Throughout her career, one of her biggest passions...
Breaking Barriers and Providing Stability
More than 20 years ago, Jonathan and Melissa Akers lived in New York City and worked in corporate America. After their daughter was born, they moved to the Pocono Mountains...