Lake County Gazette

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to Minooka Community High School District 111 regarding copies of all emails and memos from the past 12 months that contain the keywords "Lucy Calkins" and "Units of Study" on January 28, 2025.

The request was made by a news reporter from Lake County Gazette, a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. The reporter is seeking these records under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140, preferably in electronic format.

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.

Minooka Community High School District 111 | Official Website

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 enough, it's noted that 58% of teachers in Illinois have a master's degree or higher.

The FOIA request aims to shed light on any potential issues or concerns within Minooka Community High School District 111 that may have been discussed through emails or memos over the past year. As always, our goal at Lake County Gazette is to provide comprehensive coverage on matters affecting our local community.