A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Brooklyn Community Unit School District 188 on January 28, 2025. The request, made by Lake County Gazette, 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 contained the keywords “Lucy Calkins” and “Units of Study”.
As members of the media, we at Lake County Gazette 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.
We continue to work towards ensuring that our community remains informed about local governmental affairs. We appreciate your support as we strive for transparency and accountability within our educational institutions.
