Overview of the Records
Repository:
New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230
Summary:
This series contains correspondence, reports, meeting materials, speeches, and other materials documenting the tenure of Richard
Mills as President of the University of the State of New York and Commissioner of Education of New York State. Included are
materials from deputy-level offices of the State Education Dept., and from various task forces, advisory councils, and organizations.
Well documented are Mills' efforts related to educational standards and assessments, including the establishment of the Regents'
Exam as a requirement for high school graduation.
Creator:
Title:
Education Department Commissioner Richard P. Mills subject files
Quantity:
277 cubic feet
Inclusive Dates:
1983-2009
Bulk Dates:
1995-2007
Series Number:
W0108
Sponsor:
This series' description was enhanced as part of the States' Impact on Federal Education Policy Project (SIFEPP), in April
2009, and was updated in June 2010. The New York Community Trust - Wallace Special Projects Fund provided funding for this
project.