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April 29, 2025

Radio Host Delilah Visits Milton Hershey School to Inspire Students and Connect with Houseparents

Known as “The Queen of Sappy Love Songs,” Nighttime Radio Host Delilah loves a feel-good story. Nothing makes Delilah feel better than stories of people impacting children’s lives. That’s why...

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April 28, 2025

Milton Hershey School Names 2025 Alumni of the Year

James E. Hanawalt ’65 and John B. Hanawalt ’70 recognized for community leadership Milton Hershey School has named James E. Hanawalt ’65 and John B. Hanawalt ’70 as the 2025...

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April 25, 2025

Saquon Barkley Encourages Milton Hershey School Community to Raise the Bar

Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley surprised the Milton Hershey School community during a special assembly held on Tuesday, April 22. He encouraged students to Raise the Bar on upcoming...

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April 23, 2025

Milton Hershey School Students Explore Waterways and Wetlands on International Trip

After several weeks of preparation, a group of 25 Milton Hershey School Senior Division students traveled to Panama through the school’s International Learning Experiences program. The trip, which aimed to...

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April 15, 2025

Milton Hershey School Students Earn National Art Awards

Two members of the Milton Hershey School Class of 2025 will graduate in June having earned top honors in a prestigious national art competition. Danielle Wheagar and Takuma Sugita earned...

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April 15, 2025

Milton Hershey School Class of 2025 Celebrates Their Journey with Annual High Five Event

As Milton Hershey School seniors enter their final months before graduation in June, they marked another milestone on their journey toward Commencement by taking part in the annual MHS “High...

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April 8, 2025

Hershey and Dandelion Media to Unwrap Founder’s Story in Upcoming Major Motion Picture HERSHEY, Set for 2026 Release

Finn Wittrock and Alexandra Daddario as Milton and Catherine Hershey Principal Photography Begins May 2025 Across Pennsylvania HERSHEY, a major motion picture of chocolate pioneer Milton Hershey and his beloved...

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April 7, 2025

Milton Hershey School Celebrates Alumni Fellowship Weekend with Honored Tradition and Recognition

From April 4-6, 2025, Milton Hershey School hosted Alumni Fellowship Weekend, bringing together generations of Spartans to celebrate shared memories, enduring friendships, and a commitment to the school’s mission. Throughout...

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March 25, 2025

Mrs. Jane Gurt Named YWCA Woman of Excellence 

When Milton Hershey School student Lydia Frimpong was 7 years old, she couldn’t help but notice Jane Gurt’s presence on campus. To Lydia, Mrs. Gurt was larger than life, and...

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March 25, 2025

Milton Hershey School Culinary Students Take First Place at Pennsylvania ProStart Competition

Several Milton Hershey School students recently tasted success at the 2025 Pennsylvania ProStart Invitational. The five students, Akinwole Akinfenwa, Ebunoluwa Fakiyesi, Alexandra Gonzalez, Onje’ Wallace, and Cheyenne Souden showcased their...

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