Research

Overview of the Records

Repository:

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

Summary:
This series consists of completed surveys from public school principals in New York providing information on students in classes for the mentally deficient. Information includes number of special classes, teachers, and students; special training received by teachers; and student personal information including name, address, actual and mental ages; country of origin for student and/or parents; when parents immigrated; language spoken at home; family income and parent's occupation. Some surveys include letters elaborating on the survey responses. Records are restricted.
Creator:
Title:
Survey on public school classes for mentally deficient students
Quantity:

0.2 cubic feet

(1 microfilm reel)

Inclusive Dates:
1914
Series Number:
A4224