Online registration opens on February 1 for the Sparta Education Foundation’s Fifth Annual Sparta Dragon Boat Festival on Sunday, May 19 at the Lake Mohawk Country Club. Those who participated in the past know what an exciting day this is, and all the teams from 2018 as well as new teams are encouraged to join in on the fun. Register now at spartadragonboat.com for additional

An educational grant for Google Expeditions Kits was recently approved by the Sparta Education Foundation (SEF) at their November board meeting. The kits will be used by Helen Morgan School’s fourth and fifth grade students. “These Google Expeditions Kits allow students to go on virtual field trips using a View Master-type device to tour places ranging from streets in Rome to deep underwater excursions,” said

After Black Friday and Cyber Monday are over, #GivingTuesday is an opportunity to give back to non-profit groups like the SEF. #GivingTuesday kicks off the charitable season, when many focus on their holiday and end-of-year giving. Please consider visiting our Donation page at spartaeducationfoundation.org to make a positive difference in the education of Sparta’s public school students. “Those who are happiest are those who do