The voices of Milton Hershey School are all distinct, but each extraordinary in their own way. MHS blog tells the stories of our extraordinary students, staff, houseparents, parents/sponsors, and graduates. Read on to learn what brought them to MHS, the impact it has had, and the impact they hope to impart on the lives of others.
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By Sophia Bradley, MHS Senior For many students at Milton Hershey School, the transition from Middle Division to Senior Division is one of excitement but can often bring a wave...
By Princess Tommy, MHS Student As a Milton Hershey School student, I am grateful for opportunities that allow us to give back while also being part of something meaningful. When...
By Kristen Lavery, MHS Psychologist As we begin a new year, it’s as important as ever to remember the millions of kids across our country coping with grief. In fact,...
By Pastor Will Ogle, MHS Director of Religious Programs The Christmas message is simple, but powerful. The Light of the World came into our broken world to endure all of...
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),...
When Procurement Manager Tammy Blose arrived at Milton Hershey School in July 1977, she was just eight years old. Her parents, Don and Sandy, had accepted roles as houseparents, and...
By Dan and Vanessa Medlin, MHS Houseparents The holiday season at Milton Hershey School is one of our favorite times of the year. It’s a chance to slow down, celebrate traditions,...
By Mya Hersh, MHS Class of 2026 Milton S. Hershey didn’t just create a school, a town, an amusement park, and a chocolate company, he created a community. This is the...
At the heart of Milton Hershey School’s rich history are two individuals whose dedication and compassion helped shape the school’s foundation—George and Prudence Copenhaver. Hired by Milton Hershey in 1909...
In December 1951, the Board of Managers officially received permission to change the name of Hershey Industrial School to Milton Hershey School. This decision was not made lightly; over the...