Student Activities | Extracurricular Activities
Diverse Activities for All
MHS students are busy both during and after the school day. Our long list of student activities helps educate the whole child. They expose children to a combination of learning and life experiences.
What We Offer
For young minds to develop without limits, they need adequate resources. Children thrive when they are pursuing their own interests. We provide something for everyone.
Athletics
Playing sports builds qualities that point to future success, including character, confidence, discipline, time management, and teamwork. MHS athletics are a source of fun and community spirit. Our sports teams are competitive, and our athletic facilities are excellent.
Arts
The creative spirit must be nourished along with the mind. MHS provides all areas of visual and performing arts activities. Our students learn to love and respect the arts by adding their voices to the mix. All equipment and supplies are provided—including instruments.
Other Activities
Student Government, scouting, and Model U.N., and other student clubs teach leadership fundamentals. Service clubs build character and purpose. The Agricultural and Environmental Education program exposes children to a new field.
The Compass Project
The Compass Project is our school’s transformative character and leadership development program. It empowers students to challenge themselves in new ways. They are charged to explore their interests and nurture leadership skills. Extracurricular activities reinforce these principles. Through participating, students become more invested in their school experience.
Senior Division Activity Participation: By the Numbers
47% – High School Athletics (40% achieved honor roll)
35% – High School Visual and Performing Arts (48% achieved honor roll)
42% – High School Student Government (42% achieved honor roll)
Sunday Chapel
Education in the Judeo-Christian faith, the heritage of the school’s founders, is part of the MHS program and includes daily devotions and Sunday Chapel services. Chapel attendance is a requirement for all students and on-duty houseparents.
Read about MHS Religious Programs
Summer Activities
Milton Hershey School’s campus is open year-round. Many students choose to stay at MHS over the summer and holiday breaks. For these students, we offer the YRE program.
Read More about YRE Programming
