Commencement 2022
Celebrating the Class of 2022
Milton Hershey School recognized the Class of 2022 on June 12, 2022, with an in-person Commencement Ceremony. Rewatch the event livestream and learn more about our newest graduates below.
Commencement Ceremony
Rewatch the MHS Commencement Ceremony, originally held on Sunday, June 12 at 10 a.m. and celebrate the Class of 2022.
Senior Awards Recipients
On Sunday, June 5, MHS recognized members of the Class of 2022 for their achievements inside and outside the classroom. The entire MHS community celebrates these students and their accomplishments.
Class of 2022 Accomplishments
The Class of 2022 achieved a new milestone by becoming graduates from MHS. Learn more about their many accomplishments as a class.
Universal Congratulations
Milton Hershey School congratulates the divine Class of 2022 for all they’ve accomplished at MHS and looks forward to supporting them in the next chapter of their lives.
A Message From MHS Seniors
Class of 2022 Senior Year Memories
Senior Chapel and Awards Ceremony
Watch the Senior Chapel and Awards Ceremony livestream to hear senior speeches, student readings, and messages from MHS leadership about the Class of 2022.
MHS Lifers: A Journey
MHS celebrates a special group of graduates each year called “lifers.” Lifers are students who begin at MHS in first grade or earlier and remain enrolled through graduation. There are 26 lifers in the Class of 2022.
Read Kyle's Lifer BlogMeet This Year's LifersLearn Why It's Significant
The Last Chapter: A Year of Stories
As the Class of 2022 launches into the next chapter, we celebrate their experiences and all they’ve accomplished to get here. Their journeys are forever ingrained in the legacy of our founders, Mr. and Mrs. Hershey. As we reflect, we are reminded of the progress we’ve made and are excited for everything that is to come.
Read the Full Senior Story CollectionSenior Showcase
At MHS, our students are given the ability to find their passions far beyond the classroom. View two feature videos below highlighting our graduating seniors.
"Reel" World Experience
Senior Logan Gates shares the hands-on experience he gained from the Engineering and Design pathway as a part of the school’s Career and Technical Education program.
A Dream Job
Senior Solomon Gotb participated in an internship with the Hershey Bears ice hockey team, where he found his calling to work in sports management.
Promotion Ceremonies
Along with celebrating the Class of 2022, this time period also marked a transition for our younger students. On Friday, June 10, MHS held Promotion Ceremonies for our fourth- and eighth-grade students who are moving on to their next scholastic division at MHS.
Fourth Grade Promotion Ceremony
Eighth Grade Promotion Ceremony
Graduation Through the Years
Commencement at MHS is like no other. As we prepare to celebrate the 88th Commencement Ceremony, take a step back in time to compare graduations of years past to modern-day ceremonies.
Read the Story Learn About the Tradition of Class RingsHonoring MHS Alumni of the Year
MHS alumni do exceptional things—here on campus, in our local community, and in every corner of the world.
"Milton Hershey School enhanced my life in more ways than I could have imagined. Almost every day, I remind our MHS students that they are so lucky to go the best school in the whole wide world."
"There isn’t a single aspect of my life that MHS has not impacted, but some of the most important have been in strengthening my faith, my work ethic, and my ability to get along with and care for others."
