Clarke County Board of Education papers, 1871-2019

Collection context

Summary

Creator:
Clarke County (Ga.). Board of Education
Date:
1871-2019
Extent:
85.5 Linear Feet 26 boxes, 3 oversized boxes, 9 cartons, 114 items
Language:
English
Preferred citation:

Clarke County Board of Education papers, ms3179, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.

Background

Scope and content:

The collection consists of scrapbooks, minutes, financial records (including tax and payroll materials), and other printed material related to the activities of the Clarke County Board of Education and schools within Clarke County.

Biographical / historical:

"The nine-member Clarke County Board of Education is the official governing body for the School District. Its responsibilities include policy making, budget approval, evaluation of the superintendent and other duties as prescribed by law. Board members are elected to four-year terms." -- "Board of Education" from the Clarke County School District web site (Accessed October 9, 2009)

Arrangement:

This collection has been roughly sorted by record type, with some types of materials in better order than others. A container listing is provided to facilitate access, but further processing is needed.

Access and use restrictions

Preferred citation:

Clarke County Board of Education papers, ms3179, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.