A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to North Mac Community Unit School District 34 on January 28, 2025. The request, issued by South Central Reporter, a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, sought copies of all emails and memos from the past year that contain the keywords "Lucy Calkins" and "Units of Study".
As members of the media at South Central Reporter, we are involved in gathering and reporting news to the public. Access to public records is essential for us to fulfill our professional responsibilities, which include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public. Given our role in disseminating information, we believe we are eligible for a fee waiver as media professionals.
According to the Illinois Report Card, the average state teacher salary in 2023 was $73,916, and the average Administrative Salary was $116,908. The average student-to-administrative ratio is 141:1, and the average student-to-teacher ratio is 17:1. Furthermore, it's noteworthy that 58% of teachers in Illinois have a master's degree or higher.
The request underlines our commitment to keep an eye on educational matters within our community. It is part of our ongoing effort to ensure transparency within local government institutions such as schools and school districts. We will continue to update you with any developments regarding this FOIA request.
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