Overview of the Records
Repository:
New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230
Summary:
This series consists mostly of correspondence and brief reports received from local school officials relating to educational
matters of local concern. Topics include the election and authority of local school officials, apportionment of state funds,
conduct of teachers' institutes, assessment of and disputes over school taxes, legality of actions by school officials, construction
and use of school buildings, Indian students; student discipline; and various routine administrative activities.
Creator:
Title:
Department of Public Instruction Office of the Superintendent incoming correspondence
Quantity:
15.8 cubic feet
40 boxes
Inclusive Dates:
1852-1894
Bulk Dates:
1854-1886
Series Number:
04340