Manor College in Jenkintown and Milton Hershey School have joined forces to create access and affordability for first-generation students. The two educational institutions signed a Memorandum of Understanding on December 2, formalizing the partnership that is designed to help MHS students succeed.

“Manor College is a natural fit for our next partnership because of the variety of degree programs that align with our Career and Technical Education pathways, including concentrations focused on health science, business, and technology,” said Tanya Baynham, MHS Vice President of Graduation Programs for Success Division.

The agreement will provide first-generation students with academic support that will help improve persistence and graduation rate. It also encourages students to obtain work-study and on-campus employment and to get involved in multiple campus support programs.

“Our agreement with the Milton Hershey School informs our region that Manor is committed to shared core values,” said Dr. Jonathan Peri, President of Manor College. “Students in our institutions are largely first-generation in college and seeking pathways to the American dream. It is our design to get them there.”

The agreement will also help specialists and staff at both institutions to identify early alert triggers for students that need support and provide them with much needed help.