That a school or schools shall be established by the Legislature, for the convenient instruction of youth, with such salaries to the masters, paid by the public, as may enable them to instruct at low prices; and all useful learning shall be duly encouraged, and promoted, in one or more universities.
–Constitution of North Carolina, Article 41, December 18, 1776
How well did the legislature comply with this requirement in the constitution?
The legislature failed to support public schools or universities.
The legislature supported schools for young students but failed to support universities.
The legislature supported a university but failed to support schools for young students.
The legislature supported both public schools and universities across the state.
