Bethalto Consolidated Unit School District 8 Principal Dr. Jill Griffin (2023) | Bethalto Consolidated Unit School District 8
Bethalto Consolidated Unit School District 8 Principal Dr. Jill Griffin (2023) | Bethalto Consolidated Unit School District 8
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Bethalto Community Unit School District in Illinois on January 28, 2025. The request, sent by Lake County Gazette, a media organization dedicated to comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, seeks access to specific records from the past year.
The FOIA request specifically asked for copies of all emails and memos from the previous 12 months that contain the keywords “Lucy Calkins” and “Units of Study”. The request emphasized the role of media in providing transparency to the public and holding public institutions accountable.
As representatives of Lake County Gazette, we believe that access to these public records is crucial for us to fulfill our professional responsibilities. We have requested these documents preferably in an electronic format and have also applied for a fee waiver as a media professional under the provisions of the Illinois Freedom of Information Act.
In relation to this story, it's worth noting some data about education in Illinois. According to the Illinois Report Card, the average state teacher salary in 2023 was $73,916, while 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 hold a master's degree or higher.
We at Lake County Gazette will continue our mission to provide comprehensive coverage on local governmental affairs and maintain transparency with our readership.
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