A New Beginning
By Quinn, an MHS senior Graduation (grad·u·a·tion) noun 1. a memorable, emotional, euphoric day of receiving a diploma and saying goodbye to a place we called home. Graduation is not...
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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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Arbor Day: Celebrating Milton Hershey’s Love of Nature
Milton Hershey enjoyed growing up in the country and spent his time fishing, picking watercress, and gathering chestnuts and acorns. His close relationship with nature was something he hoped the...
Finding Hope Through Health and Wellness
Originally from Middletown, Pennsylvania, Jose remembers feeling a startling lack of hope before enrolling at Milton Hershey School. “Before I came to MHS, some things happened that changed my mindset....
How to Empower Student Leaders
From a young age, children learn about leadership by watching the people around them. By observing how others respond to criticism, confront failure, and communicate to large groups, children begin...
5 Tips for Empowering Student Leaders
From a young age, children learn about leadership by watching the people around them. By observing how others respond to criticism, confront failure, and communicate to large groups, children begin...
What It Means to Be a “Milt”
By Sabrina, a senior at MHS Being a senior means moving without stopping. We have so much on our schedule that most days and weeks tend to blur together. All...
Seven Personalities, One Home
By Sarah Donaher, an MHS houseparent We have seven boys in our student home right now, and we have a wide range of personalities. We have kids who are loud...
The History of Baseball at MHS
From farmhome baseball to high school, college, and professional competition The phrase “play ball!” rings out around the country every spring, and Milton Hershey School is no exception. From the...
Embracing Diversity to Fulfill Milton Hershey School’s Mission
Milton Hershey School, a home and school for over 2,000 students, has experienced many changes over the years. In 1924, Mr. Hershey told the Literary Digest that, “Other rich men...
Mentorships Critical to the Success of the 21st Century Workforce
By Pete Gurt and John Gomperts Every day, we meet young people facing challenging circumstances who require additional support to graduate high school and enter the workforce. Milton Hershey School...