Commencement 2024
Celebrating the Class of 2024
Milton Hershey School recognized the Class of 2024 with a special Commencement Ceremony. We congratulate our seniors on achieving this Breakthrough. Read more about our graduates and their remarkable journeys.
2024 Commencement Ceremony
Rewatch the MHS Commencement Ceremony, originally held on Sunday, June 9, and celebrate the Class of 2024.
Read about the 2024 Commencement and View Photo Gallery
Senior Awards Recipients
On Sunday, June 2, MHS recognized members of the Class of 2024 for their achievements inside and outside the classroom. The entire MHS community celebrates these students and their accomplishments.
Read the Full List of Award WinnersWatch the Awards Ceremony
Universal Congratulations
Milton Hershey School congratulates the Apollo Class of 2024 for all they’ve accomplished at MHS. We look forward to supporting them in the next chapter of their lives!
Watch the Commencement 2024 Playlist
MHS Lifers: Conquering Breakthroughs
MHS celebrates a special group of graduates each year called “lifers.” Lifers are students who begin at MHS in first grade, or earlier, and remain enrolled through graduation. There are 18 lifers in the Class of 2024.
Meet the Lifers2024 MHS Alumnus of the Year
MHS named Douglas I. Oliver ’93 as the 2024 Alumnus of the Year in recognition of his accomplishments in communications, business, and advocacy. Oliver currently serves as senior vice president of governmental, regulatory, and external affairs at PECO, Pennsylvania’s largest electric and natural gas utility. This role combines his leadership experience and philanthropic vision.
Read His Success Story
Fulfilling the Hersheys' Legacy
As a senior class, 193 students achieve a new milestone by becoming graduates from MHS. Learn more about their many accomplishments.
Promotion Ceremonies
Along with celebrating the graduating class, this time period also marks a transition for our younger students. On Friday, June 7, MHS held Promotion Ceremonies for our fourth and eighth grade students who are moving on to their next scholastic division at MHS.
Graduation through the Years
Commencement at MHS is like no other. Take a step back in time to see the long-lasting traditions.
