Milton Hershey School

Yesterday was a great day to celebrate the Milton Hershey School Class of 2021. Congratulations, graduates! Re-watch Commencement Weekend events and learn more about our 237 youngest graduates: https://bit.ly/3tksbeB. #MiltGrad2021 #MHSSpartanStrong

#ICYMI: Milton Hershey School students embody determination when pursuing their dreams and creating bright futures. A member of the Class of 2021, Lydia, is one example. With a passion for music and performing arts, she set her sights on advancing through the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association (PMEA) district, regional, and state orchestra competitions this spring. However, COVID-19 suddenly hit and competitions were canceled. That did not stop Lydia from pursuing her dreams: https://youtu.be/mpl5qXwAJh8. #MHSSpartanStrong

The Milton Hershey School alumni family is a supportive network for young graduates. Bridget Corry Morse ’82 and other alums share advice to the Class of 2021: https://bit.ly/3b52BUA. #MiltGrad2021 Read Bridget's #MHSpartanSuccess story: https://bit.ly/39c7HwB. Our seniors graduated yesterday! Learn more about the 2021 MHS Commencement Weekend: https://bit.ly/3tksbeB.

The Milton Hershey School community is getting ready to celebrate the Class of 2021 as they take their first drive through campus as alumni during the Senior Celebration Car Processional. Join us online at 10 a.m. to watch the live stream: https://www.mhskids.org/commencement-2021/. #MiltGrad2021

Seniors are approaching the college application deadline season. It's natural for students (and parents/sponsors) to feel a heightened sense of uncertainty this year because of COVID-19. MHS Graduate Program for Success (GPS) shares six tips to consider when determining the best option for students. Read the story: https://bit.ly/2VRKPMC View highlights from our recent Twitter chat: https://bit.ly/2W0kEn1... #MHSSpartanStrong

Day 10: On the fifth day of the MHS 12 Days of Christmas, Mr. and Mrs. Gurt gave out Spartan Croc jibbitz to all students. The jibbitz can be added to their house shoes as a permanent reminder that the Spartan is not just our mascot but also our mindset. Spartans are resilient, courageous, determined, and loyal. As they place their Croc jibbit on their house shoes, they can think about all the ways that they can show they're Spartan strong every day. Learn more about our 12 Days of Christmas: https://bit.ly/3oto4en. #HolidaysatMHS #25DaysofMHS #12DaysofChristmas

Day 9: On the fourth day of the MHS 12 Days of Christmas, Mr. and Mrs. Gurt gave out "Our Future in Focus" themed holiday gifts! Students in Senior Division received ornaments and students in Elementary and Middle Divisions received shoelaces. Learn more about our 12 Days of Christmas: https://bit.ly/3oto4en. #HolidaysatMHS #25DaysofMHS #12DaysofChristmas

#ICYMI: At Milton Hershey School, student success is a result of continual support from the entire MHS community, including parents/sponsors. Whether parents/sponsors live a few minutes, a few hours, or a few states away from MHS, their support makes a difference in the lives of students, academically as well as socially and emotionally. Watch: https://bit.ly/3mc3ttL

Day 8: It's #NationalChristmasTreeDay! Each year, the grounds of Milton Hershey School are neatly decorated for the holidays, which is a long-standing tradition at MHS. This year, the MHS grounds and structural trades crews stepped it up to make the lighting even more spectacular than years prior. Learn more about this year's special 12 Days of Christmas: https://bit.ly/3oto4en

Happy Halloween! Learn how our students celebrated this week: https://bit.ly/3kKyQez #MHSSpartanStrong

Day 7: Tonight, Milton Hershey School President Pete Gurt ’85, and his wife, Jane, provided a Winter Wonderland to our students and Home Life staff. Decorated in red, green, white, and blue holidays lights, the Homesteadwhere our home and school beganwas open for a private drive-thru light show complete with a visit from Santa, Mrs. Claus, and Sparty. As the student home vans exited the route, each home also received a box of sweet treats from the President’s Office. #25DaysofMHS #HolidaysatMHS https://bit.ly/3oto4en

At Milton Hershey School, the concept of social and emotional learning is woven into the classroom curriculum and the home life experience through The Compass Project. MHS Music Teacher David Knott shared his perspective on trauma-informed music education and how he incorporates it into his classroom daily. Read his blog: https://bit.ly/2KNwkr1 Listen to his explanation on the Enhance Life with Music podcast: https://bit.ly/3ou3P04.

Our thanks to The Hershey Company for providing candy for the Milton Hershey School pumpkin decorating contest! The pumpkins were picked by MHS students from the pumpkin patch on campus and the decorations were all student-driven. Learn more about the project: https://bit.ly/2HM7ypG #MHSSpartanStrong

Through the Career and Technical Education program at Milton Hershey School, students and staff get to transform real-world problems into fun and digestible solutions. In the Culinary Arts career pathway, that can happen quite literally with a short trip over to the MHS Horticulture Center. While learning about the importance of local farms and food, students in the Advanced Culinary Arts class sample fresh produce and herbs. Then they return to the kitchen with new knowledge and inspiration to help them create flavorful menus. #CTEatMHS

Milton Hershey School employees are the BEST! Last Friday, the members of the MHS Finance Department showed up early to celebrate and encourage the Class of 2021 as they walked to school. It’s another glimpse at how our campus community is keeping Our Future in Focus through activities like Focus Fridays. Seniors appreciated the support and were surprised to learn that those dancing pillow people characters were actually MHS employees. #MHSSpartanStrong #MiltGrad2021

Happy #NationalChocolateDay! The connection Milton Hershey made among the companies he founded still exists today. Milton Hershey School and The Hershey Company is one example. This partnership goes beyond financial support. Learn more: https://youtu.be/1lY6R3USqt0.

Milton Hershey School houseparents Weston and Liz Parrett serve as role models for their Middle Division students by following the MHS Health and Safety Plan. They are teaching their girls to be leaders at MHS by helping others see that mask-wearing and physical distancing are acts of kindness. https://bit.ly/2Hn9vIX #MHSSpartanStrong

The Milton Hershey School Multicultural and Global Education program’s goal is to grow awareness through experiences. Last school year, MHS students and chaperones traveled to the Panama Canal on a STEM-focused tour. Thanks to our partners EF Education First for providing these one-of-a-kind experiences for our students!

Today, Milton Hershey School welcomed 53 new students to campus for Fall Enrollment Day 2020. To welcome these new students, MHS interviewed four Middle Division students and asked them to share their advice. Take a look at their tips! #MHSSpartanStrong

If you have ever visited Founders Hall, you may recognize the fountain sculpture, Oceanus. Fondly referred to as the fish fountain by the MHS community, this sculpture was designed by Aristides Demetrios, a well-known and award-winning sculptor from San Francisco. To the artist, the sculpture represents the playful nature of the young students attending Milton Hershey School. Aristides suggested that a school of fish leaping out of water to capture a rising fly best represented the joy reflected in the student body of the school. Currently, the fifty-three fish are being restored as part of the construction happening at Founders Hall. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3iklwMR #FoundersHallHershey

#ICYMI: The vision Milton and Catherine Hershey had for the town of Hershey, Pennsylvania is very inspiring and can still be seen today. From its geographic location and recognizable landmarks to employment opportunities and entertainment options, there is a lot that makes Hershey THE SWEETEST PLACE ON EARTH. Watch: https://bit.ly/3dS1fNs

Seeing the street lights the shape of HERSHEY’S KISSES and all the grass and animals everywhere, it really reminded me of campwhich I lovedand I liked the idea of it. I was really excited. It seemed like it was going to be a pretty magical place and it was. Milton Hershey School graduate, Adzua Agyapon ’07 reflects on her time at MHS and the lessons she learned while a student. Those lessons have shaped the work she does today as an education, labor, and child nutrition legislative assistant in Washington, D.C. Read her #MHSpartanSuccess story!

On Friday, the entire Milton Hershey School community dressed in pink to support Breast Cancer Awareness month. The MHS Student Government Association is doing its part to raise awareness for the American Cancer Society. #MHSSpartanStrong #PinkOut . Learn more about the MHS Character and Leadership program: https://bit.ly/3lZ5WHY

On Monday, Milton Hershey School will hold its next Enrollment Day. Recently, Middle Division students reflected on their own Enrollment Day, and offer tips to help new students adjust to their MHS "home away from home." #MHSSpartanStrong