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May 17, 2019

Milton Hershey School and Mount St. Mary’s University Partner to Support Low-Income, First-Generation College Students

Milton Hershey School and Mount St. Mary’s University announced that they entered into a formal partnership to provide more focused support to help students from Milton Hershey School—many of whom...

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May 14, 2019

Milton Hershey School Names 2019 Alumnus of the Year

William Charles Ballough Harding ’78 recognized for his significant contributions to the biomedical community. Milton Hershey School has named William Charles Ballough Harding ’78 the 2019 Alumnus of the Year...

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May 13, 2019

Outstanding Parents/Sponsors Recognized During Spring Family Weekend

On Sunday, May 12, three outstanding parents/sponsors were honored during Spring Family Weekend with the first ever Parent/Sponsor of the Year Award. The award was developed by The Family Gratitude...

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May 9, 2019

Seniors Hone Interview Skills During Mock Interview Days

On May 6 and 7, 202 Milton Hershey School seniors participated in a mock interview opportunity at the school’s Learning Resource Center (LRC). Mock interviews are a new addition to...

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May 8, 2019

MHS Student Program Leader Receives 2019 Community Woman of the Year Award

Recently, Milton Hershey School’s Student Program Leader, Sharice Johnson, was honored as the 2019 Community Woman of the Year by the American Association of University Women’s (AAUW) Harrisburg Chapter. On...

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May 2, 2019

MHS High School Students Gain Worldly Experience in Costa Rica

On Saturday, April 27, a group of 24 Milton Hershey School students returned from a week-long language immersion tour through Costa Rica. The tour is part of the school’s Multicultural...

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May 2, 2019

MHS High School Students Host Informational Sessions in their Hometowns

Inspired by “The Give” challenge announced at this year’s Opening of School Assembly, Shawn Littleton, a junior, suggested that student ambassadors organize and host informational events about Milton Hershey School...

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April 18, 2019

MHS Students Advance to National SkillsUSA Competition

On April 10-12, five Milton Hershey School students competed at the state SkillsUSA competition after placing first at the district competition in February. MHS students tested their career technical skills...

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April 18, 2019

MHS Encourages Creativity and Reflection During Annual Poetry Slam

Milton Hershey School staff and students recently hosted their fourth poetry slam—an annual event designed to promote creative writing and help students develop the confidence to perform their original poetry...

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April 18, 2019

MHS Senior Creates Activities for Younger Students, Pursues Degree in Elementary Education

Milton Hershey School senior Hunter Shippee has always been passionate about mentoring younger students. As he approaches graduation and plans to pursue a college degree in elementary education, Hunter recently...

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