Illinois. Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction

The elective Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (1851-1975) was created by the Illinois General Assembly to oversee state educational activities; including compiling statistical data obtained from county school commissioners into an annual report to the Governor. Although his school law rulings were considered legally binding interpretations unless reversed by the courts, the Superintendent also granted state teaching certificates (1861- ); administered exceptional children education at state institutions; and oversaw school building inspection.

From the description of Annual reports from county school superintendents, 1861-1961. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36234264

The elective Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (1851-1975) was created by the Illinois General Assembly to oversee state educational activities; including compiling statistical data obtained from county school commissioners into an annual report to the Governor. Although his school law rulings were considered legally binding interpretations unless reversed by the courts, the Superintendent also granted state teaching certificates (1861-); administered exceptional children education at state institutions; and oversaw school building inspection.

The General Assembly created the Illinois State Board of Education (1938), which was to be administered by the Superintendent, who besides dealing with school funding issues, was in charge of state physical education; school lunch; and student physical examination programs. A new State Board of Education, with seventeen Governor-appointed members, was established by the 1970 Constitution (effective Jan. 1, 1974). This board was to formulate statewide educational policy; distribute assistance funding; and appoint a State Superintendent of Education as the Board's chief administrator, replacing the elected Superintendent of Public Instruction who left office on Jan. 13, 1975.

From the description of Legal Department correspondence, 1873-1973. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36246936

The elective Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (1851-1975) was created by the Illinois General Assembly to oversee state educational activities; including compiling statistical data obtained from county school commissioners into an annual report to the Governor. Although his school law rulings were considered legally binding interpretations unless reversed by the courts, the Superintendent also granted state teaching certificates (1861-); administered exceptional children education at state institutions; and oversaw school building inspection.

The General Assembly created the Illinois State Board of Education (1938), which was to be administered by the Superintendent, who besides dealing with school funding issues, was in charge of state physical education; school lunch; and student physical examination programs. A new State Board of Education, with seventeen Governor-appointed members, was established by the 1970 Constitution (effective Jan. 1, 1974). This board was to formulate statewide educational policy; distribute assistance funding; and appoint a State Superintendent of Education as the Board's chief administrator, replacing the elected Superintendent of Public Instruction who left office on Jan. 13, 1975.

From the description of Superintendent's general correspondence, 1941-1954. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36233561

The elective Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (1851-1975) was created by the Illinois General Assembly to oversee state educational activities; including compiling statistical data obtained from county school commissioners into an annual report to the Governor. Although his school law rulings were considered legally binding interpretations unless reversed by the courts, the Superintendent also granted state teaching certificates (1861-); administered exceptional children education at state institutions; and oversaw school building inspection.

The General Assembly created the Illinois State Board of Education (1938), which was to be administered by the Superintendent, who besides dealing with school funding issues, was in charge of state physical education; school lunch; and student physical examination programs. A new State Board of Education, with seventeen Governor-appointed members, was established by the 1970 Constitution (effective Jan. 1, 1974). This board was to formulate statewide educational policy; distribute assistance funding; and appoint a State Superintendent of Education as the Board's chief administrator, replacing the elected Superintendent of Public Instruction who left office on Jan. 13, 1975.

From the description of Record of state certificates, 1861-1921. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36233466

The elective Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (1851-1975) was created by the Illinois General Assembly to oversee state educational activities; including compiling statistical data obtained from county school commissioners into an annual report to the Governor. Although his school law rulings were considered legally binding interpretations unless reversed by the courts, the Superintendent also granted state teaching certificates (1861-); administered exceptional children education at state institutions; and oversaw school building inspection.

The General Assembly created the Illinois State Board of Education (1938), which was to be administered by the Superintendent, who besides dealing with school funding issues, was in charge of state physical education; school lunch; and student physical examination programs. A new State Board of Education, with seventeen Governor-appointed members, was established by the 1970 Constitution (effective Jan. 1, 1974). This board was to formulate statewide educational policy; distribute assistance funding; and appoint a State Superintendent of Education as the Board's chief administrator, replacing the elected Superintendent of Public Instruction who left office on Jan. 13, 1975.

From the description of Teacher examination record, 1914-1959. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36246758

The elective Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (1851-1975) was created by the Illinois General Assembly to oversee state educational activities; including compiling statistical data obtained from county school commissioners into an annual report to the Governor. Although his school law rulings were considered legally binding interpretations unless reversed by the courts, the Superintendent also granted state teaching certificates (1861-); administered exceptional children education at state institutions; and oversaw school building inspection.

The General Assembly created the Illinois State Board of Education (1938), which was to be administered by the Superintendent, who besides dealing with school funding issues, was in charge of state physical education; school lunch; and student physical examination programs. A new State Board of Education, with seventeen Governor-appointed members, was established by the 1970 Constitution (effective Jan. 1, 1974). This board was to formulate statewide educational policy; distribute assistance funding; and appoint a State Superintendent of Education as the Board's chief administrator, replacing the elected Superintendent of Public Instruction who left office on Jan. 13, 1975.

From the description of Textbook adoption reports, 1896-1920. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36247608

The elective Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (1851-1975) was created by the Illinois General Assembly to oversee state educational activities; including compiling statistical data obtained from county school commissioners into an annual report to the Governor. Although his school law rulings were considered legally binding interpretations unless reversed by the courts, the Superintendent also granted state teaching certificates (1861-); administered exceptional children education at state institutions; and oversaw school building inspection.

The General Assembly created the Illinois State Board of Education (1938), which was to be administered by the Superintendent, who besides dealing with school funding issues, was in charge of state physical education; school lunch; and student physical examination programs. A new State Board of Education, with seventeen Governor-appointed members, was established by the 1970 Constitution (effective Jan. 1, 1974). This board was to formulate statewide educational policy; distribute assistance funding; and appoint a State Superintendent of Education as the Board's chief administrator, replacing the elected Superintendent of Public Instruction who left office on Jan. 13, 1975.

From the description of Boards and commissions files, 1960-1970. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36233515

The elective Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (1851-1975) was created by the Illinois General Assembly to oversee state educational activities; including compiling statistical data obtained from county school commissioners into an annual report to the Governor. Although his school law rulings were considered legally binding interpretations unless reversed by the courts, the Superintendent also granted state teaching certificates (1861-); administered exceptional children education at state institutions; and oversaw school building inspection.

The General Assembly created the Illinois State Board of Education (1938), which was to be administered by the Superintendent, who besides dealing with school funding issues, was in charge of state physical education; school lunch; and student physical examination programs. A new State Board of Education, with seventeen Governor-appointed members, was established by the 1970 Constitution (effective Jan. 1, 1974). This board was to formulate statewide educational policy; distribute assistance funding; and appoint a State Superintendent of Education as the Board's chief administrator, replacing the elected Superintendent of Public Instruction who left office on Jan. 13, 1975.

From the description of Account ledgers, 1893-1953. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36247229

The elective Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (1851-1975) was created by the Illinois General Assembly to oversee state educational activities; including compiling statistical data obtained from county school commissioners into an annual report to the Governor. Although his school law rulings were considered legally binding interpretations unless reversed by the courts, the Superintendent also granted state teaching certificates (1861-); administered exceptional children education at state institutions; and oversaw school building inspection.

The General Assembly created the Illinois State Board of Education (1938), which was to be administered by the Superintendent, who besides dealing with school funding issues, was in charge of state physical education; school lunch; and student physical examination programs. A new State Board of Education, with seventeen Governor-appointed members, was established by the 1970 Constitution (effective Jan. 1, 1974). This board was to formulate statewide educational policy; distribute assistance funding; and appoint a State Superintendent of Education as the Board's chief administrator, replacing the elected Superintendent of Public Instruction who left office on Jan. 13, 1975.

From the description of Minutes of meetings of governing boards of state colleges and universities, 1962-1970. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36247384

The elective Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (1851-1975) was created by the Illinois General Assembly to oversee state educational activities, including compiling statistical data obtained from county school commissioners into an annual report to the Governor (previously prepared by the Secretary of State as Superintendent of Common Schools). Although his school law rulings were considered legal interpretations unless reversed by the courts, the Superintendent also granted state teaching certificates (1861-); administered exceptional children education at state institutions; and oversaw school building inspection.

The General Assembly created the Illinois State Board of Education (1938), which was to be administered by the Superintendent, who besides dealing with school funding issues was in charge of state physical education; school lunch and student physical examination programs. A new State Board of Education, with seventeen Governor appointed members, was established by the 1970 Constitution (effective Jan, 1, 1974). This board was to formulate statewide educational policy; distribute assistance funding; and appoint a State Superintendent of Education to serve as the Board's chief administrator, replacing the elected Superintendent of Public Instruction who left office on Jan. 13, 1975.

From the description of Outgoing correspondence, 1863-1914. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36220660

The elective Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (1851-1975) was created by the Illinois General Assembly to oversee state educational activities; including compiling statistical data obtained from county school commissioners into an annual report to the Governor. Although his school law rulings were considered legally binding interpretations unless reversed by the courts, the Superintendent also granted state teaching certificates (1861-); administered exceptional children education at state institutions; and oversaw school building inspection.

The General Assembly created the Illinois State Board of Education (1938), which was to be administered by the Superintendent, who besides dealing with school funding issues, was in charge of state physical education; school lunch; and student physical examination programs. A new State Board of Education, with seventeen Governor-appointed members, was established by the 1970 Constitution (effective Jan. 1, 1974). This board was to formulate statewide educational policy; distribute assistance funding; and appoint a State Superintendent of Education as the Board's chief administrator, replacing the elected Superintendent of Public Instruction who left office on Jan. 13, 1975.

From the description of Administrative records for the boards of trustees of state colleges and universities, 1962-1968. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36239621

The elective Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (1851-1975) was created by the Illinois General Assembly to oversee state educational activities; including compiling statistical data obtained from county school commissioners into an annual report to the Governor. Although his school law rulings were considered legally binding interpretations unless reversed by the courts, the Superintendent also granted state teaching certificates (1861-); administered exceptional children education at state institutions; and oversaw school building inspection.

The General Assembly created the Illinois State Board of Education (1938), which was to be administered by the Superintendent, who besides dealing with school funding issues, was in charge of state physical education; school lunch; and student physical examination programs. A new State Board of Education, with seventeen Governor-appointed members, was established by the 1970 Constitution (effective Jan. 1, 1974). This board was to formulate statewide educational policy; distribute assistance funding; and appoint a State Superintendent of Education as the Board's chief administrator, replacing the elected Superintendent of Public Instruction who left office on Jan. 13, 1975.

From the description of Veterans' educational rehabilitation plan files, 1943-1945. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36254466

The elective Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (1851-1975) was created by the Illinois General Assembly to oversee state educational activities; including compiling statistical data obtained from county school commissioners into an annual report to the Governor. Although his school law rulings were considered legally binding interpretations unless reversed by the courts, the Superintendent also granted state teaching certificates (1861-); administered exceptional children education at state institutions; and oversaw school building inspection.

The General Assembly created the Illinois State Board of Education (1938), which was to be administered by the Superintendent, who besides dealing with school funding issues, was in charge of state physical education; school lunch; and student physical examination programs. A new State Board of Education, with seventeen Governor-appointed members, was established by the 1970 Constitution (effective Jan. 1, 1974). This board was to formulate statewide educational policy; distribute assistance funding; and appoint a State Superintendent of Education as the Board's chief administrator, replacing the elected Superintendent of Public Instruction who left office on Jan. 13, 1975.

From the description of Junior college annual reports of recognition, 1948-1957. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36247510

The elective Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (1851-1975) was created by the Illinois General Assembly to oversee state educational activities; including compiling statistical data obtained from county school commissioners into an annual report to the Governor. Although his school law rulings were considered legally binding interpretations unless reversed by the courts, the Superintendent also granted state teaching certificates (1861-); administered exceptional children education at state institutions; and oversaw school building inspection.

The General Assembly created the Illinois State Board of Education (1938), which was to be administered by the Superintendent, who besides dealing with school funding issues, was in charge of state physical education; school lunch; and student physical examination programs. A new State Board of Education, with seventeen Governor-appointed members, was established by the 1970 Constitution (effective Jan. 1, 1974). This board was to formulate statewide educational policy; distribute assistance funding; and appoint a State Superintendent of Education as the Board's chief administrator, replacing the elected Superintendent of Public Instruction who left office on Jan. 13, 1975.

From the description of Educational programs files, 1962-1979. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36239550

The elective Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (1851-1975) was created by the Illinois General Assembly to oversee state educational activities; including compiling statistical data obtained from county school commissioners into an annual report to the Governor. Although his school law rulings were considered legally binding interpretations unless reversed by the courts, the Superintendent also granted state teaching certificates (1861-); administered exceptional children education at state institutions; and oversaw school building inspection.

The General Assembly created the Illinois State Board of Education (1938), which was to be administered by the Superintendent, who besides dealing with school funding issues, was in charge of state physical education; school lunch; and student physical examination programs. A new State Board of Education, with seventeen Governor-appointed members, was established by the 1970 Constitution (effective Jan. 1, 1974). This board was to formulate statewide educational policy; distribute assistance funding; and appoint a State Superintendent of Education as the Board's chief administrator, replacing the elected Superintendent of Public Instruction who left office on Jan. 13, 1975.

From the description of Recognized high schoools record, 1914-1921. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36247584

The elective Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (1851-1975) was created by the Illinois General Assembly to oversee state educational activities; including compiling statistical data obtained from county school commissioners into an annual report to the Governor. Although his school law rulings were considered legally binding interpretations unless reversed by the courts, the Superintendent also granted state teaching certificates (1861-); administered exceptional children education at state institutions; and oversaw school building inspection.

The General Assembly created the Illinois State Board of Education (1938), which was to be administered by the Superintendent, who besides dealing with school funding issues, was in charge of state physical education; school lunch; and student physical examination programs. A new State Board of Education, with seventeen Governor-appointed members, was established by the 1970 Constitution (effective Jan. 1, 1974). This board was to formulate statewide educational policy; distribute assistance funding; and appoint a State Superintendent of Education as the Board's chief administrator, replacing the elected Superintendent of Public Instruction who left office on Jan. 13, 1975.

From the description of Administrative files, 1925-1970. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36233539

The elective Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (1851-1975) was created by the Illinois General Assembly to oversee state educational activities; including compiling statistical data obtained from county school commissioners into an annual report to the Governor. Although his school law rulings were considered legally binding interpretations unless reversed by the courts, the Superintendent also granted state teaching certificates (1861-); administered exceptional children education at state institutions; and oversaw school building inspection.

The General Assembly created the Illinois State Board of Education (1938), which was to be administered by the Superintendent, who besides dealing with school funding issues, was in charge of state physical education; school lunch; and student physical examination programs. A new State Board of Education, with seventeen Governor-appointed members, was established by the 1970 Constitution (effective Jan. 1, 1974). This board was to formulate statewide educational policy; distribute assistance funding; and appoint a State Superintendent of Education as the Board's chief administrator, replacing the elected Superintendent of Public Instruction who left office on Jan. 13, 1975.

From the description of Private school charter digests, 1903. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36247635

The elective Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (1851-1975) was created by the Illinois General Assembly to oversee state educational activities; including compiling statistical data obtained from county school commissioners into an annual report to the Governor. Although his school law rulings were considered legally binding interpretations unless reversed by the courts, the Superintendent also granted state teaching certificates (1861-); administered exceptional children education at state institutions; and oversaw school building inspection.

The General Assembly created the Illinois State Board of Education (1938), which was to be administered by the Superintendent, who besides dealing with school funding issues, was in charge of state physical education; school lunch; and student physical examination programs. A new State Board of Education, with seventeen Governor-appointed members, was established by the 1970 Constitution (effective Jan. 1, 1974). This board was to formulate statewide educational policy; distribute assistance funding; and appoint a State Superintendent of Education as the Board's chief administrator, replacing the elected Superintendent of Public Instruction who left office on Jan. 13, 1975.

From the description of School district register, 1905. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36254323

The elective Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (1851-1975) was created by the Illinois General Assembly to oversee state educational activities; including compiling statistical data obtained from county school commissioners into an annual report to the Governor. Although his school law rulings were considered legally binding interpretations unless reversed by the courts, the Superintendent also granted state teaching certificates (1861- ); administered exceptional children education at state institutions; and oversaw school building inspection.

The General Assembly created the Illinois State Board of Education (1938), which was to be administered by the Superintendent, who besides dealing with school funding issues, was in charge of state physical education; school lunch; and student physical examination programs. A new State Board of Education, with seventeen Governor-appointed members, was established by the 1970 Constitution (effective Jan. 1, 1974). This board was to formulate statewide educational policy; distribute assistance funding; and appoint a State Superintendent of Education as the Board's chief administrator, replacing the elected Superintendent of Public Instruction who left office on Jan. 13, 1975.

From the description of School district annual reports, 1913-1982. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36239675

The elective Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (1851-1975) was created by the Illinois General Assembly to oversee state educational activities; including compiling statistical data obtained from county school commissioners into an annual report to the Governor. Although his school law rulings were considered legally binding interpretations unless reversed by the courts, the Superintendent also granted state teaching certificates (1861- ); administered exceptional children education at state institutions; and oversaw school building inspection.

The General Assembly created the Illinois State Board of Education (1938), which was to be administered by the Superintendent, who besides dealing with school funding issues, was in charge of state physical education; school lunch; and student physical examination programs. A new State Board of Education, with seventeen Governor-appointed members, was established by the 1970 Constitution (effective Jan. 1, 1974). This board was to formulate statewide educational policy; distribute assistance funding; and appoint a State Superintendent of Education as the Board's chief administrator, replacing the elected Superintendent of Public Instruction who left office on Jan. 13, 1975.

From the description of Instruction improvement plans, 1977-1983. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36254729

The elective Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (1851-1975) was created by the Illinois General Assembly to oversee state educational activities, including compiling statistical data obtained from county school commissioners for annual report to the Governor (formerly prepared by the Secretary of State as Superintendent of Common Schools). Although Superintendent school law rulings were considered to be legal interpretation unless reversed by the courts, the Superintendent granted state teaching certificates (1861-); and oversaw exceptional children education at state institutions; and school building inspection in addition to his regulatory responsibility.

The General Assembly created the Illinois State Board of Education (1938), which was to be administered by the Superintendent, who besides dealing with school funding issues, oversaw student physical education; physical examination and school lunch programs. A new State Board of Education, composed of seventeen members appointed by the Governor, was established by the 1970 Constitution (effective Jan. 1, 1974). This board was to formulate statewide educational policy; distribute assistance funding; and appoint a State Superintendent of Education to serve as the Board's chief administrator, replacing the elected Superintendent of Public Instruction (who left office on Jan. 13, 1975).

From the description of Incoming correspondence, 1883-1931. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36220618

The elective Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (1851-1975) was created by the Illinois General Assembly to oversee state educational activities; including compiling statistical data obtained from county school commissioners into an annual report to the Governor. Although his school law rulings were considered legally binding interpretations unless reversed by the courts, the Superintendent also granted state teaching certificates (1861- ); administered exceptional children education at state institutions; and oversaw school building inspection.

The General Assembly created the Illinois State Board of Education (1938), which was to be administered by the Superintendent, who besides dealing with school funding issues, was in charge of state physical education; school lunch; and student physical examination programs. A new State Board of Education, with seventeen Governor-appointed members, was established by the 1970 Constitution (effective Jan. 1, 1974). This board was to formulate statewide educational policy; distribute assistance funding; and appoint a State Superintendent of Education as the Board's chief administrator, replacing the elected Superintendent of Public Instruction who left office on Jan. 13, 1975.

From the description of School district occupational education plans, 1973-1984. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36239803

The elective Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (1851-1975) was created by the Illinois General Assembly to oversee state educational activities; including compiling statistical data obtained from county school commissioners into an annual report to the Governor. Although his school law rulings were considered legally binding interpretations unless reversed by the courts, the Superintendent also granted state teaching certificates (1861-); administered exceptional children education at state institutions; and oversaw school building inspection.

The General Assembly created the Illinois State Board of Education (1938), which was to be administered by the Superintendent, who besides dealing with school funding issues, was in charge of state physical education; school lunch; and student physical examination programs. A new State Board of Education, with seventeen Governor-appointed members, was established by the 1970 Constitution (effective Jan. 1, 1974). This board was to formulate statewide educational policy; distribute assistance funding; and appoint a State Superintendent of Education as the Board's chief administrator, replacing the elected Superintendent of Public Instruction who left office on Jan. 13, 1975.

From the description of County survey committee reports, 1945-1950. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36247142

The elective Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (1851-1975) was created by the Illinois General Assembly to oversee state educational activities; including compiling statistical data obtained from county school commissioners into an annual report to the Governor. Although his school law rulings were considered legally binding interpretations unless reversed by the courts, the Superintendent also granted state teaching certificates (1861-); administered exceptional children education at state institutions; and oversaw school building inspection.

The General Assembly created the Illinois State Board of Education (1938), which was to be administered by the Superintendent, who besides dealing with school funding issues, was in charge of state physical education; school lunch; and student physical examination programs. A new State Board of Education, with seventeen Governor-appointed members, was established by the 1970 Constitution (effective Jan. 1, 1974). This board was to formulate statewide educational policy; distribute assistance funding; and appoint a State Superintendent of Education as the Board's chief administrator, replacing the elected Superintendent of Public Instruction who left office on Jan. 13, 1975.

From the description of Public school diplomas register, 1909-1929. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36254181

The elective Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (1851-1975) was created by the Illinois General Assembly to oversee state educational activities; including compiling statistical data obtained from county school commissioners into an annual report to the Governor. Although his school law rulings were considered legally binding interpretations unless reversed by the courts, the Superintendent also granted state teaching certificates (1861- ); administered exceptional children education at state institutions; and oversaw school building inspection.

The General Assembly created the Illinois State Board of Education (1938), which was to be administered by the Superintendent, who besides dealing with school funding issues, was in charge of state physical education; school lunch; and student physical examination programs. A new State Board of Education, with seventeen Governor-appointed members, was established by the 1970 Constitution (effective Jan. 1, 1974). This board was to formulate statewide educational policy; distribute assistance funding; and appoint a State Superintendent of Education as the Board's chief administrator, replacing the elected Superintendent of Public Instruction who left office on Jan. 13, 1975.

From the description of Teacher education scholarship application files, 1977-1989. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36254810

The elective Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (1851-1975) was created by the Illinois General Assembly to oversee state educational activities; including compiling statistical data obtained from county school commissioners into an annual report to the Governor. Although his school law rulings were considered legally binding interpretations unless reversed by the courts, the Superintendent also granted state teaching certificates (1861-); administered exceptional children education at state institutions; and oversaw school building inspection.

The General Assembly created the Illinois State Board of Education (1938), which was to be administered by the Superintendent, who besides dealing with school funding issues, was in charge of state physical education; school lunch; and student physical examination programs. A new State Board of Education, with seventeen Governor-appointed members, was established by the 1970 Constitution (effective Jan. 1, 1974). This board was to formulate statewide educational policy; distribute assistance funding; and appoint a State Superintendent of Education as the Board's chief administrator, replacing the elected Superintendent of Public Instruction who left office on Jan. 13, 1975.

From the description of School visitation and recognition record, 1939-1960. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36246816

The elective Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (1851-1975) was created by the Illinois General Assembly to oversee state educational activities; including compiling statistical data obtained from county school commissioners into an annual report to the Governor. Although his school law rulings were considered legally binding interpretations unless reversed by the courts, the Superintendent also granted state teaching certificates (1861-); administered exceptional children education at state institutions; and oversaw school building inspection.

The General Assembly created the Illinois State Board of Education (1938), which was to be administered by the Superintendent, who besides dealing with school funding issues, was in charge of state physical education; school lunch; and student physical examination programs. A new State Board of Education, with seventeen Governor-appointed members, was established by the 1970 Constitution (effective Jan. 1, 1974). This board was to formulate statewide educational policy; distribute assistance funding; and appoint a State Superintendent of Education as the Board's chief administrator, replacing the elected Superintendent of Public Instruction who left office on Jan. 13, 1975.

From the description of Photographs, 1911-1930. (Illinois State Archive). WorldCat record id: 36254410