On January 28, 2025, a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Odin Public School District 722 by South Central Reporter. The media organization is known for its dedication to delivering comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
The FOIA request specifically sought copies of all emails and memos from the past year that contain the keywords “Lucy Calkins” and “Units of Study”. The aim behind this request is to gather information that would help in reporting news to the public, holding public institutions accountable, and providing transparency.
South Central Reporter has expressed their belief in their eligibility for a fee waiver as a media professional. This belief stems from their role in disseminating information to the public.
It's important to note that according to the Illinois Report Card, the average state teacher salary in 2023 was $73,916, while the state average Administrative Salary stood at $116,908. The average student-to-administrative ratio is reported as 141:1, with an average student-to-teacher ratio of 17:1. Furthermore, it's worth mentioning that 58% of teachers in Illinois have a master's degree or higher.
As we continue our commitment to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, we eagerly await the response from Odin Public School District 722 regarding our FOIA request.
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