New York Constitution Article XI - Education
New York Constitution – Article XI: Education
Article XI of the New York State Constitution outlines the state's responsibilities and guiding principles regarding education. Here's a summary of its key provisions:
Section 1 – Common Schools
"The legislature shall provide for the maintenance and support of a system of free common schools, wherein all the children of this state may be educated."
Mandates the legislature to maintain a system of free public education.
Ensures universal access to education for all children in New York State.
Section 2 – Regents of the University
"The corporation created in the year one thousand seven hundred eighty-four, under the name of The Regents of the University of the State of New York, is continued under the name of The University of the State of New York. It shall be governed and its corporate powers exercised by not less than nine regents."
Continues the existence of the University of the State of New York, governed by the Board of Regents.
Grants the Regents corporate powers over educational matters.
Regents oversee educational policy, licensing, and standards across the state.
Section 3 – Use of Public Property or Money in Aid of Denominational Schools Prohibited
"Neither the state nor any subdivision thereof, shall use its property or credit or any public money, or authorize or permit either to be used, directly or indirectly, in aid or maintenance... of any school or institution of learning wholly or in part under the control or direction of any religious denomination..."
Prohibits public funding or aid to religious schools or institutions.
Reinforces the separation of church and state in education.
Summary:
Article XI guarantees a free and secular education for all children in New York. It establishes a governing structure (the Regents) and maintains a clear separation between public resources and religious institutions in education.
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