A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to Bannockburn School District 106 on January 13, 2025, by us at the Lake County Gazette. The request seeks to ascertain the number of non-U.S. citizens currently enrolled in the school district.
As a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, we believe that access to public records is essential for fulfilling our professional responsibilities. These include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public.
The specific request pertains to the number of "migrants" or non-U.S. citizens currently enrolled in the school district. We believe this information is crucial for understanding the demographics of our local schools and how they are serving our diverse community.
In addition to this, it's worth noting some key statistics about education in Illinois. 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. Interestingly, 58% of teachers in Illinois have a master's degree or higher.
We continue to seek transparency from our local institutions and will keep our readers updated as more information becomes available.
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