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Tag: Student Character and Leadership

MHS Law, Public Safety, and Security: Where Future Advocates Find Their Voice

By Audie Ortiz, MHS Senior I was a seventh grader when I first stepped into the Milton Hershey School Law, Public Safety, and Security classroom. As the doors opened, it...

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An Evening of Worship with Benjamin William Hastings at MHS

On Sunday, Oct. 18, as fall colors began to emerge across Milton Hershey School campus, the MHS community gathered for its second annual Outdoor Chapel service, featuring Grammy Award-winning, platinum-selling...

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Milton Hershey School Honors Rising Freshmen at the 2026 Promotion Ceremony

Milton Hershey School Middle Division students celebrated an important milestone during the Eighth Grade Promotion Ceremony on Friday, June 12, 2026. Parents/sponsors, teachers, administrators, and other community members gathered in...

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Empowering Young Women Through the Girls Grace Event

By Eden Newman, MHS Senior When first enrolling at Milton Hershey School, you are told to find an activity, a club, or a way to get you involved in the...

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Milton Hershey School Shines at ProStart Competition

Two Milton Hershey School teams brought confidence, creativity, and composure to the 2026 Pennsylvania ProStart Invitational, showcasing both culinary expertise and business savvy. On the management side, 12th graders Ivan...

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Garry Gilliam ’09

Garry Gilliam’s journey began with hurt and pain, but his legacy is one of purpose.  Garry arrived at Milton Hershey School at just seven years old after his mother made...

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How One Reconnection Led to a Career of Impact at Milton Hershey School

At Milton Hershey School, the next generation of leaders isn’t waiting; it’s preparing. Adam Swenson is helping aspiring young leaders take the first step. As a Transitional Living Assistant (TLA),...

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History Made on Founders Day: Inside the Largest MHS Student Leadership Conference

On Saturday, Nov. 15—Founders Day at Milton Hershey School—the campus transformed into a hub of leadership and legacy as conference spaces and classrooms hosted dynamic breakout sessions for the annual...

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Essential Student Leadership Skills for Success

By Dave Barnes, Director of Home Life Services  In today’s dynamic, educational landscape, developing student leadership skills is paramount for both personal and academic achievement. These skills empower students to...

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A Life-Changing Education: How an MHS Eleventh Grader Focuses on Life’s Possibilities

Before enrolling at Milton Hershey School, Joshua “Ryan” Ryan’s life lacked stability. He and his family moved often. At his last school, in Maryland, he felt unsafe. Shootings, fights, and...

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