Milton Hershey School Visits
A Special Visit with You
Whether you live near or far, we encourage you to visit with your child during the school year. Parents and sponsors are invited to come to campus on weekends, or your child can return home during school breaks. This is your campus, too!
A visit with a parent or sponsor shows your child that you are committed to their education and success at Milton Hershey School. Visiting also helps you keep an active, ongoing relationship with your child.
Planning to Visit your Child
Before You Arrive
Prior to your visit, please contact your student’s houseparents or TL staff to coordinate timing and logistics. We request 24 hours of advance notice before your visit.
Visiting Hours
Day visits are permitted on most Saturdays and Sundays.
Elementary school students: Saturday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Middle school students: Saturday 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
High school students: Saturday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Get Details on the Parent Portal
Traveling to MHS
Traveling by car is the easiest way to get to MHS for most families. You also can travel by train or bus to Harrisburg, and then take a taxi to the campus.
GPS and Online Maps
When using GPS devices or online maps, search for one of the following buildings to get to campus.
Main Campus: Search for East Governor Road & Meadow Lane. Once you see the large white domed building along Route 322 (Governor Road), you’re there!
Catherine Hall: Search for 300 Hotel Road. The building is across from Hersheypark on the hill.
Find More Locations On CampusThings to Do
Take a Stroll
Enjoy a walk with your child on our beautiful 7,000-plus acre campus. It’s the perfect time to catch up and hear about their experience at school.
Events on Campus
While you’re visiting MHS, we encourage you to attend campus events. Spend special time with your child at sports games, performances, and Family Weekend activities.
Tour the Town
Explore the town of Hershey and all the history and fun it has to offer. Take a trolley tour, enjoy a day at Hersheypark, or visit the Hershey Story Museum.
Students Returning Home
Charter Buses
Through the Parent Portal, you are able to book discounted bus tickets for your child to travel home for breaks. The portal includes up-to-date bus times, rules, and travel dates. The system is an easy way to arrange travel for your child. All students leaving campus for an overnight stay are required to complete a Student Overnight Visitation Form.
Visit the Parent PortalHome Away From Home
Learn how to support your child and stay in touch when you miss each other.
Reasonable Accommodations for Persons with Disabilities
Milton Hershey School provides reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities at special events sponsored by the school. To request special accommodations, call Campus Services and Central Monitoring at least three days prior to the event. Please note that the school does not provide wheelchairs or other mobility devices.
Campus Services and Central Monitoring:
717-520-2647
