A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Jersey Community Unit School District 100 on January 28, 2025. The request was made by us at Metro East Sun, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
The request seeks copies of all emails and memos from the past year that contain the keywords "Lucy Calkins" and "Units of Study". These records are sought under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140, preferably in an electronic format.
As members of the media, 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 state 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. It's worth noting that 58% of teachers in Illinois have a master's degree or higher.
This data provides context for our ongoing investigation into local educational policies and practices. As always, we remain committed to keeping our readers informed about developments within our local schools and education system.
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