Sparta High School Senior Crowned Miss Sparta 2018

Written by: Elise Kerim

The Miss Sparta Pageant took place on Tuesday, May 22nd at the Sparta VFW and a new teen was crowned.

Hannah Fagersten, senior, took the title based on her outstanding leadership ability and service to the community. Fagersten is the President of Sparta DECA, attended New Jersey Girls State, is an avid volunteer with Girls on the Run, and a member of the National Honors Society. She will go on to attend Pennsylvania State University in the fall to study marketing.

Fagersten stated, "I am really excited to have the opportunity to represent my hometown in the next year," when asked what the title means to her.


Miss Sparta is crowned based on the personal resume of the girl, two rounds of personal interviews with judges, and the ability to answer questions during the event based on presentation and content.

Hannah Fagersten, Miss Sparta 2018. Credits: Provided

Additionally, Shelby Kapp and Samantha Russo, both SHS Seniors, participated in the event and were runner-ups.