Hershey Adolescent Program Webinar Series

Hershey Adolescent Program Webinar Series

Aug 31, 2026 | Events, Featured Posts | 0 comments

10/8/2026 — Our adolescent program webinar series kicks off October 8th. Join us online on the second Thursday of each month from October through January 2027 for our four-part webinar journey exploring what is unique about Hershey Montessori School’s 7th-12th grade program at our Huntsburg Campus.

If you are a Montessori practitioner, new to Montessori, or considering Hershey for your teen, these virtual events will help you understand how our Montessori approach teaches and inspires students based on where they are in their developmental process. We will share how Hershey Montessori prepares students for graduation, for their chosen college and career path, and for meaningful lives.

Each session builds on one another, offering an inside look at how students grow in independence, purpose, leadership, and responsibility through authentic, relevant, experiential learning. Combined, these sessions will bring peace of mind to educators, parents, and caregivers as they learn how teens are set up for a successful launch into adulthood. 

All sessions begin at 7 p.m. They are scheduled to run just 30 minutes plus time for Q&A immediately after. Tell your friends, and be sure to join us for one or all of these insightful conversations.

In these gatherings, we hope that you will also find a connection to a Montessori community devoted to elevating our understanding of the adolescent, and perhaps even your own.

This series includes:

Thursday, October 8 @ 7 pm: Why Hershey? – An Introduction to the Adolescent Experience with Head of School Heather Maccabe

Join us to see how Dr. Montessori’s Erdkinder vision comes to life for students at Hershey Montessori School’s Huntsburg 7th-12th Grade Campus.

Thursday, November 12 @ 7 pm: Montessori for the Adolescent Years – Supporting Growth, Independence & Real-World Learning

Explore how Montessori education meets the unique developmental needs of adolescents. Learn why experiential learning, meaningful work, and community engagement foster confidence, responsibility, and lifelong curiosity.

Thursday, December 12 @ 7 pm: Living & Learning Together – An Inside Look at Residential Life at Hershey Montessori School

Discover how residential life extends learning beyond the classroom. Learn how students develop responsibility, collaboration, self-confidence, and lasting friendships through the unique boarding experience at Hershey.

Thursday, January 14 @ 7 pm: Beyond Graduation – Preparing for College, Careers, and Meaningful Lives

Learn how Hershey Montessori equips students to thrive after high school. Explore college preparation, career exploration, internships, leadership opportunities, and the real-world experiences that prepare students for life.

Download the series flyer to share and click on the title(s) below to sign up and receive your meeting link. We look forward to meeting with you!

If you have any questions, please contact Melissa Ledwith at 440-636-6290 or mledwith@hershey-montessori.org.

Hershey Peace Walk 2026

Hershey Peace Walk 2026

Aug 13, 2026 | Events, Featured Posts | 0 comments

9/26/2026 — Walk for Peace with the Hershey Montessori Community on Saturday, September 26, 2026 at 9:00 am.

In honor of the International Month of Peace this September, Hershey Montessori School is excited to launch our first-ever Peace Walk 2026.

This family-friendly community event welcomes students, families, faculty and staff, board members, alumni, and friends of the school to come together in celebration of peace, connection, wellness, and belonging. Open to all ages, the Peace Walk offers a meaningful opportunity to strengthen our community while reflecting on the values that unite us.

Spend the morning enjoying a peaceful walk alongside fellow community members, embracing the spirit of togetherness, and taking steps toward a more peaceful world.

Registration is just $5 per person. We encourage all participants to register in advance. Get Your Ticket here.

Join us as we walk for peace at Mountain Run Station located at 12601 Chardon Windsor Rd, Hambden, OH 44024. 🌿☮️

Hershey’s End-of-Year Drive-in Celebration

Hershey’s End-of-Year Drive-in Celebration

May 6, 2026 | Events, Featured Posts | 0 comments

5/29/2026 — Don’t miss out on the fun! Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Hershey Drive-in 2026, where the community will come together to celebrate the end of the school year in style! 

 

On May 29th, gates will open at 7:00 pm, and the Mayfield Road Drive-In Theatre, located at 12100 SR 322 (Just West of SR- 44), Chardon, Ohio, will transform into a vibrant hub of fun, camaraderie, and joy for all ages.

Pack your car with friends and family—there’s no limit on passengers, so bring the whole crew! Enjoy an evening full of fun, laughter, and adventure as your favorite characters return for an all-new story in Zootopia 2! 

Movie tickets are just $20 per car, so load up your friends and family for an unforgettable night! 

Raffle tickets will also be available for purchase, giving you the chance to win a variety of exciting prizes.  The concession stand will be OPEN full of snacks, hamburgers, hot dogs, and of course POPCORN! 

Enjoy our new inflatable obstacle course & lawn games. The movie starts at sunset!

 

Purchase Tickets or Sign Up as a Sponsor!
Annual Plant Sale 2026

Annual Plant Sale 2026

Apr 20, 2026 | Events, Featured Posts | 0 comments

5/29/2026 — The Hershey Montessori Huntsburg Campus Adolescent Community will host its 2026 Plant Sale, opening online on April 29 and closing May 7 at 12:00 p.m. Plant pickup will take place on May 11, 2026, during afternoon dismissal at both the Concord and Huntsburg campuses. A limited selection of plants and other items will also be available for in‑person purchase at our Concord Campus on May 15 during dismissal.

The plant sale is planned and managed by students in the Adolescent Community as part of their Montessori‑based, real‑world learning. Through this project, students practice collaboration, responsibility, budgeting, and communication while running a small business from start to finish. Proceeds support the student’s Production & Exchange program at Huntsburg, which encompasses the needs and purposes of the farm.

Families and community members are invited to support the students by shopping the sale using the online store link or simply scan the QR code in the flyer.

Grandparent or Special Friends Day 2026

Grandparent or Special Friends Day 2026

Apr 14, 2026 | Events, Featured Posts | 0 comments

5/8/2026 — We are delighted to once again invite Grandparents or Special Friends to a special morning at the Concord Campus on Friday, May 8, 2028, for our annual Grandparents or Special Friends Day. This beloved Hershey tradition allows your child to share their work and classroom community with their grandparents or special friends.Just like last year,  we will be welcoming guests in staggered time slots by program level:

  • YCC  & Children’s House (morning only students) & their siblings
    8:45–9:30 AM
  • Children’s House (school day students) & their siblings
    10:00–10:45 AM
  • Elementary only
    11:15 AM–12:00 PM

For our families with siblings, we suggest visiting the youngest child first. Upon arrival, volunteers will help assist visitors to the appropriate classrooms where they’ll meet your child’s teacher and enjoy time seeing your child’s work and the environment.

Please note: Valet service will not be available this year. We kindly ask guests to arrive and depart within their designated time slot to help us manage parking and flow.

Kindly RSVP by Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026 using the survey link provided below. We kindly ask that families consider limiting the number of guests to no more than four grandparents or special friends.

**If your child will be leaving with you or their guest, please let me know via email the day of the event**

👉 Grandparents or Special Friends Day RSVP

Virtual Intro to Middle & High School and Boarding Life at Hershey

Virtual Intro to Middle & High School and Boarding Life at Hershey

Apr 13, 2026 | Events, Featured Posts | 0 comments

4/28/2026 — Join us for a virtual introduction to Middle & High School and Boarding life at Hershey Montessori School.
Learn more about us and engage in first-hand dialogue with Hershey administrators, residential guide and former student.

Please RSVP to Stori Zinkhann at szinkhann@hershey-montessori.org or by calling/texting 440-935-4880.

Join us online on Tuesday, April 28th at 6:30 pm for a 35-minute discussion, including a time for Q&A.

Join us online at: https://meet.google.com/mxp-esrz-tdb

Hershey offers day student enrollment and partial and full-time boarding for students near and across the globe.

Hershey Montessori School’s vision is to see children and adolescents develop a strong sense of self, rooted in love for the environment and community, seamlessly transitioning from each stage of development through adulthood. We aim to ensure they are equipped to thrive in changing times and prepared to contribute to community as stewards of peace and humanity.