Blog

Browse the latest HMS School news, events, and updates.

  • A 144-Year Legacy of Learning and Care 

    June 24, 2026

    2 min

    As Philadelphia and the country prepare to celebrate 250 years of history, innovation, and community, HMS School reflects a legacy spanning 144 years of special ...

  • HMS School Celebrates 2026 Prom: “Secret Garden” 

    June 4, 2026

    2 min

    Philadelphia, PA – June 5, 2026 – HMS School for Children with Cerebral Palsy is delighted to host ...

  • Disability Pride in Action at HMS 

    July 17, 2025

    4 min

    Disability Pride is in the Action at HMS Because of the Americans with Disabilities Act, passed in ...

  • How Volunteers Help Build Community at HMS School in Philadelphia 

    May 20, 2025

    3 min

    Why Volunteers Matter at HMS School  At HMS School for Children with Cerebral Palsy, community support is ...

  • HMS School Collaborates with Walls for Justice for our First Ever On-Site Mural!

    April 23, 2025

    4 min

    A Collaboration Rooted in Community and Inclusion  HMS School has partnered with Walls for Justice to bring ...

  • Lifelong Learning at HMS: Celebrating Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month 

    March 12, 2025

    4 min

    Lifelong Learning at HMS: Celebrating Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month  March is Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month, a time ...

  • National Recreational Therapy Month: 

    February 13, 2025

    3 min

    Celebrating the Impact of Recreation Therapy at HMS School  February marks National Therapeutic Recreation Month, and it’s ...

  • How the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Shapes Education at HMS School 

    January 23, 2025

    4 min

    What is the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act?  According to the U.S. Department of Education, The Individuals with ...

  • Bridging the Gap: Insights from Future Healthcare Professionals 

    January 17, 2025

    5 min

    At HMS School for Children with Cerebral Palsy, we believe in fostering meaningful connections and sharing knowledge ...

  • HMS School Participates in Giving Tuesday 

    November 22, 2024

    4 min

    Strengthening Safety at HMS and Amplifying Your Impact What is Giving Tuesday?  Giving Tuesday is a global ...

  • October is AAC Awareness Month

    November 1, 2024

    3 min

    What Is AAC?  October is AAC Awareness Month and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) is a powerful tool utilized ...

  • HMS School’s 3rd Annual Community Day

    September 20, 2024

    4 min

    Mark your calendars! HMS School is gearing up for our 3rd Annual Community Day, and we can’t ...