Administration

Welcome! It is our hope that this website will help you learn about our school system and the many dedicated professionals who make it all work seamlessly.

We are a mission-driven school district with a vision of excellence for every child every day.  In our ever-changing world, every student must be College and career-ready. To that end, we are committed to working toward providing opportunities to ensure success for all. Our core principles include; cultivating a culture of respectful relationships, focusing on effective instruction, utilizing a data-driven decision-making model, and expecting excellence in all we do. It is our desire that through our core principles, we will accomplish our vision targets, which include; differentiating learning opportunities to better meet individual needs that will increase student achievement across all performance levels.

On behalf of our entire system I extend an invitation for all to visit our schools and learn about the amazing things we have going on in our district.  We are so proud of our staff, students and the community.  We welcome you to come and see what Sparta has to offer through our proud traditions, programs, and initiatives planned for our future!  Go Sparta! 

Joel Stoner, Superintendent

Administration Contact Information

Joel Stoner, Superintendent
joel.stoner@spartaschools.org

Kristin Melvin, Director of Finance and Operations
kristin.melvin@spartaschools.org

Erin Kavanagh, Director of Student Services
erin.kavanagh@spartaschools.org

Steve Johnson, Director of Academic Services
steve.johnson2@spartaschools.org

Kelly Houtman, Admin. Assistant to the Supt
kelly.houtman@spartaschools.org

Rachael Anderson, Administrative Assistant
rachael.anderson@spartaschools.org


Sparta Administration Office

465 S. Union St.
Sparta, MI 49345
Main Office: 616-887-8253
Fax: 616-887-9958

OFFICE HOURS:
Monday-Friday
7:30am - 4:00pm

SUMMER OFFICE HOURS:
Monday - Thursday (Closed Fridays)
7:00am - 4:00pm