CH
Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning (CHS) is a nonprofit organization committed to providing high-quality early childhood education and care for children from six weeks to age five. Primarily serving families facing social and financial challenges in Pennsylvania, CHS operates year-round Early Childhood Education Centers with all costs covered for qualifying families. The organization aims to nurture, educate, and empower children and their families for lifelong success. As a subsidiary of Milton Hershey School, CHS continues the philanthropic legacy of Catherine Hershey. It plans to open six centers across Pennsylvania, with existing locations in Hershey, Harrisburg, and Middletown. CHS offers a comprehensive, child-centered curriculum that emphasizes hands-on play and exploration, with small class sizes to ensure individualized support. The organization also provides family support services and invests in professional development for its educators, ensuring they are well-trained and aligned with CHS’s mission.