On January 13, 2025, a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to Grass Lake School District 36 by the Lake County Gazette. The request sought information about the number of non-U.S. citizens currently enrolled in the school district.
The Illinois-based media organization emphasized its commitment to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. It specifically requested details about the number of "migrants" or non-U.S. citizens currently enrolled in the school district.
The Lake County Gazette further explained that access to public records is crucial for fulfilling their professional responsibilities which include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public. Given their role in disseminating information, they believe they are eligible for a fee waiver as a media professional.
In related news, 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. Notably, 58% of teachers in Illinois have a master's degree or higher.
At this time, it remains unclear how many non-U.S. citizens are enrolled in Grass Lake School District 36. As we continue our mission at Lake County Gazette to provide comprehensive news coverage on local governmental affairs, we eagerly await a response from Grass Lake School District 36 regarding our FOIA request.
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