Milton Hershey School Student Experience
Why Choose MHS?
At MHS, students are supported through meaningful learning experiences both inside and outside the classroom. A well‑rounded student experience combines academics, hands‑on learning, and community to help students grow, build confidence, and prepare for what comes next.
Learning, Living, and Growing at MHS
Every aspect of life at MHS is an opportunity to develop academic knowledge and build life skills for future success. That includes creating a sense of safety and wellness, forging lifelong friendships, and discovering passions. Explore the MHS experience.
Student Life on Campus
Our students are cared for and guided by caring mentors in a safe, supportive setting.
Daily Needs, Health & Wellness
Our whole child approach to education includes caring for the daily needs, health and wellness of students.
Activities on Break
Some students stay at MHS during breaks and over the summer. For these students, we offer Year-Round Experiences (YRE).
Campus Safety
The professionally trained MHS Campus Safety staff provides the highest standard of safety and security, receiving nationally recognized public safety and security certifications.
Religious Programs
Since our founding in 1909, our non-denominational Judeo-Christian religious program has shaped each student’s spiritual and moral development.
Clubs and Activities
MHS students stay engaged throughout the day with a wide range of clubs and activities that blend learning with real-life experiences.
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Athletics
Student-athletes succeed both in the classroom and on the field, court, or pool. MHS offers varsity and JV teams for 15 sports.
Visual and Performing Arts
Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) programming spark the creativity of students in visual art, dance, drama, and music.
Agriculture
Since our founding, Agricultural and Environmental Education (AEE) has been a unique part of our legacy.
Virtual Campus Tour
Navigate through our 7,000-acre campus, getting a closer look at our top-tier facilities, inside classrooms and student homes, and all that MHS has to offer our students. You can begin by clicking on the icon below.
The Start to a New Year
The MHS Opening of School Assembly kicks off the beginning of a new school year like no other school on Earth. This year’s assembly, which focused on the annual theme, Our Pledge, included interactive challenges, speeches, musical performances, video stories, and more.
