Box 3.2.1.5 (original)

The folder contains a letter dated June 27, 1934, from Servite Provincial Fr. Patrick M. Brosnahan addressed to bishops. The letter indicates that Ladysmith Servite Sisters are available to staff more elementary schools.

The folder contains the "Handbook of School Policies for Elementary Schools," originally published in 1954 by the Servants of Mary in Ladysmith, Wisconsin. The initial edition comprises 24 pages and provides guidelines and policies relevant to elementary school administration and operations. An updated revision from 1958, consisting of 32 pages, offers revised policies and additional information to support school staff and administrators in implementing effective educational practices.

The folder contains news articles related to sisters involved in education within parishes, covering events, achievements, and activities from 1955 to 1979 in the Diocese of Superior.

The folder contains correspondence from the Superintendent of Schools within the Diocese of Superior Department of Education, dating from 1963 to 1967. These letters cover a variety of topics, including school policies, activities and outings involving the sisters, and other administrative matters related to the operation and management of schools during that period.

The folder contains correspondence exchanged between church authorities and pastors from 1965 to 1970 regarding the availability and deployment of teaching sisters for various parish and educational activities.

The folder contains a letter dated March 11, 1967, authored by Mother Mary Joan LeBlanc, addressing the issue of the teacher shortage. It discusses the reduction of Sister-teachers in schools and highlights the challenges faced by educational institutions due to this shortage. The document provides insights into the concerns and responses of the religious community regarding staffing and the impact on school operations during that period.

The folder contains the minutes of annual meetings held between 1958 and 1962 for Servite principals and/or teachers.

The folder contains detailed information and records from the survey of 10 Catholic elementary schools staffed by Servite Sisters during the 1971-1972 school year.