Community High School District 218 Principal Dr. Josh Barron (2023) | Community High School District 218
Community High School District 218 Principal Dr. Josh Barron (2023) | Community High School District 218
On January 13, 2025, a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Community High School District 218 in Illinois by South Cook News. The media organization is seeking information regarding the number of non-U.S. citizens, often referred to as "migrants" or "illegal aliens," currently enrolled in the school district.
South Cook News stated in their request that access to public records is crucial for them to fulfill their professional responsibilities, which include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public. As a media outlet involved in gathering and reporting news to the public, they believe they are eligible for a fee waiver.
In related news, 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. Furthermore, it's worth noting that 58% of teachers in Illinois have a master's degree or higher.
The response from Community High School District 218 regarding this FOIA request is eagerly awaited by South Cook News and other interested parties.
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