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Milton Hershey School News

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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April 18, 2019

MHS Students Empower Others During “Wildflower” Event

To celebrate the power of community and encourage their peers to find confidence, a group of Milton Hershey School senior girls recently organized a “Wildflower” event. The goal of the...

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April 18, 2019

MHS Sophomores Get Hands-On Experience Through Job Shadow Day

As part of Milton Hershey School’s Career and Technical Education program, approximately 50 MHS sophomores participated in an exploratory job shadow day with employees from Hershey Entertainment & Resorts. Students...

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April 18, 2019

MHS Inducts the First National Technical Honor Society

Milton Hershey School recently inducted the first students into the inaugural class of the National Technical Honor Society. The group recognizes high-performing high school students who are excelling in one...

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April 15, 2019

Milton Hershey School Recognizes Outstanding Alumni and Student Achievements

Four alumni and three seniors were honored during Alumni Fellowship Weekend On Friday, April 12, Milton Hershey School honored four outstanding graduates with Alumni Achievement Awards. The annual awards, developed...

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