Lake County Gazette

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Illini Bluffs Community Unit School District 327 on January 28, 2025. The request was made by a reporter from the Lake County Gazette, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.

The FOIA request specifically sought copies of all emails and memos from the past year that contained the keywords "Lucy Calkins" and "Units of Study". The reporter expressed that access to these public records is crucial for their role in gathering and reporting news to the public. This includes holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public. As a member of the media, 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, while the state average administrative salary was $116,908. The average student-to-administrative ratio stands at 141:1, and the average student-to-teacher ratio is at 17:1. Interestingly, 58% of teachers in Illinois have a master's degree or higher.

At Lake County Gazette, we continue our commitment to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. We believe that transparency in public institutions is vital for an informed citizenry. We will keep you updated on any developments regarding this FOIA request.