Libertyville School District 70 Principal Rebecca Jenkins (2023) | Libertyville School District 70
Libertyville School District 70 Principal Rebecca Jenkins (2023) | Libertyville School District 70
On January 28, 2025, we at the Lake County Gazette sent a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to Libertyville School District 70. The request pertains to emails and memos from the past year that contain specific keywords.
As part of our ongoing commitment to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, we sought records under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140. We requested copies of all emails and memos from the previous twelve months that include the terms “Lucy Calkins” and “Units of Study.”
Our role as a media organization involves gathering and reporting news to the public. Access to public records is crucial for us to fulfill our professional responsibilities, which include holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. Given our role in disseminating information, we believe we are eligible for a fee waiver as a media professional.
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 stands at 141:1, with an average student-to-teacher ratio of 17:1. It's also worth noting that 58% of teachers in Illinois hold a master's degree or higher.
We will continue to keep you updated on this matter as more information becomes available.
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