Junior Woman's Club of Sparta offers scholarships to local girls

Sparta - The Junior Woman’s Club of Sparta will award scholarships in the amount of $1,000 to female graduates of each of the three local high schools in Sparta. This includes Sparta High School, Pope John High School and Sussex County Vocational/Technical School. Senior girls from local high schools are encouraged to apply for the scholarships, which place an emphasis on volunteerism and community service. The application deadline is May 31. A recipient will be selected by June 2. All applications must be submitted with a recent transcript. Applications are available by contacting local high school guidance counselors, by calling the Junior Woman’s Club of Sparta at 973-300-7309, or by visiting their Web site at jwcsparta.org.