News & Events

A message from Robert C. Heist, ’82, Chairman of the Board of Managers

MHS Adds Graduate to Gold Star Alumni

On Friday, May 24, the Milton Hershey School community gathered for its annual Memorial Day assembly to pay tribute to the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country—including the school’s Gold Star alumni. At the assembly, housefather James Umipig introduced the addition of Timothy Mark Wrightington ’12 as the newest Gold Star alumnus.

Students Honored for Achievements

On Sunday, May 19, Milton Hershey School Alumni Relations and the MHS Alumni Association presented more than 50 alumni-sponsored awards to Milton Hershey School students at the 12th annual Alumni-Student Awards Brunch.

MHS Names Alumnus of the Year

Milton Hershey School has named William Charles Ballough Harding ’78 the 2019 Alumnus of the Year in recognition for his work within the biomedical industry, where he is changing lives by creating solutions to global healthcare challenges through the development of new and improved medical devices.

Alumni Reconnect at NYC Event

Alumni from the Classes of 1973 to 2017 reconnected with each other and Milton Hershey School at an alumni reception in New York City on Friday, May 3.

65th Annual Fellowship Weekend

The Milton Hershey School Alumni Association thanks everyone who hosted seniors for the 65th annual Alumni-Senior Fellowship Dinner on Friday, April 12 and participated in weekend events.

MHS students interact with alumni during career exploration fair.

Harry Reichart

Harry Robert Reichart ’47, Harrisburg, PA, April 1, 2019

Alumni Regional Event in Long Beach

Several alumni gathered at the The Queen Mary for lunch to reconnect. The Milton Hershey School staff members provided attendees with updates about Milton Hershey School and shared opportunities  to give back in support of our home, school and its graduates. 

Alumni Regional Event in Las Vegas

Several alumni gathered at the Anthem Country Club for dinner to reconnect. The Milton Hershey School staff members provided attendees with updates about Milton Hershey School and shared opportunities  to give back in support of our home, school and its graduates.