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The Town That Chocolate Made: The Life and Legacy of Milton Hershey

Take a virtual trip to Hershey, Pennsylvania to learn about the founder and namesake of Hershey's Chocolate, Milton Hershey. This class is for anyone who enjoys travel, self-made entrepreneurs, history or candy! #academic

Mrs. Bausch, M. Ed.

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What's included

1 live meeting

50 mins in-class hours

Class Experience

US Grade 6 - 9

There is a good chance you've eaten a product produced by the Hershey Company, but do you know how this world famous company got started? During this class we will learn about the life of Milton S. Hershey and his journey to making Hershey's Chocolate a success. We will learn about the steps that led him to be successful in business and how he used his success to create a town that is still thriving today. Hershey was not only an entrepreneur, but a visionary with the heart of a philanthropist which enabled him to seal his legacy in more than just chocolate. Through the use of Google Slides, photos, maps and a "how well do you know your candy" activity, we'll learn the history of Hershey and see what the town looks like today. Join me as we explore the story behind the iconic name of Milton Hershey and his hometown, the "Sweetest Place on Earth". No prior knowledge required.

Learning Goals

Learners will be able to describe who Milton Hershey was and what he is known for creating.
Learners will explore the town of Hershey, Pennsylvania which is named after Milton Hershey.
Learners will understand the challenges Hershey faced in creating a successful business.
Learners will identify products that are produced by the Hershey Company. 
Learners will discuss the legacy of Milton Hershey.

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External Resources

In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:

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Mrs. Bausch, M. Ed.

Joined August, 2020

5.0

168reviews

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Teacher expertise and credentials

Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History

I've spent a significant part of my life living in and near Hershey, Pennsylvania. This town and its legacy are part of my story as well as the larger story of Hershey's Chocolate. 
Bachelor's Degree in History
Bachelor's Degree in Secondary Education
Master's Degree in Education
Twelve years experience teaching Social Studies in a public school
Teaching Certification in Social Studies grades 6-12
Teaching Certification in Middle School Science grades 6-8
Course work in Gifted Education from UC Berkeley at Irvine 
Museum Studies courses from Johns Hopkins University
Native Pennsylvanian