Research


Overview of the Records

Repository:

New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230

Summary:
The volumes contain copies of letters sent by the Superintendent, Deputy Superintendent, and clerks in the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction to local officials and private individuals. Among the subjects addressed are: school taxes assessments; school officials disputes; apportionment of public funds for schools; filing of appeals with the Superintendent's Office; creation and consolidation of school districts; teachers certification and pay; Indian students and schools; student discipline; conditions of schools, and enforcement of compulsory education laws.
Creator:
Title:
Department of Public Instruction Office of the Superintendent outgoing correspondence
Quantity:

118 cubic feet

350 volumes

Inclusive Dates:
1854-1907
Series Number:
A2000