Article 21 of the Law of 1891 provides for the establishment of an educational committee in every town and village. These committees act as a special committee of the communal councils and are responsible for managing the educational work in their areas.
The composition of the committees is as follows:
In towns five members
In villages three members
The mayor of the town or village serves as the president of the committee by right, while the other members are elected by universal suffrage and secret ballot, at the same time as the municipal council elections.
Duties of Educational Committees
The educational committees have the following responsibilities:
Appoint Teachers – They select qualified teachers for the primary schools.
Maintain Schools – They provide the necessary funds and resources to keep the schools running.
Assist Poor Students – They ensure that children from poor families have access to education.
Prepare School Budgets – They manage the finances of the schools, including salaries, materials, and maintenance costs.
Supervise School Buildings – They inspect school buildings, classrooms, and furniture to ensure proper conditions for learning.
Construct New Facilities – They find resources to build new school buildings, supply educational equipment, and ensure all children attend school regularly.
Manage School Property and Funds – They administer school property and any funds donated or allocated to the schools.
Private Schools in Bulgaria
In addition to national schools, Bulgaria has various private educational establishments. These include:
Schools of Mahommedans
Schools organized by Christian congregations and associations
Schools of Jewish communities
Schools run by private individuals
Regulation of Private Schools
No private school may open without authorization from the Ministry of Public Instruction. The Ministry exercises permanent supervision over all private educational institutions through its inspectors Customized Tours Istanbul.
Teacher Qualifications
Teachers in Jewish and Christian schools must meet the same standards as teachers in national schools. Mahommedan teachers must be Bulgarian subjects and possess the required level of learning to hold the title of “hodja.” This ensures that all students, regardless of school type, receive quality education.