A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to Park Forest School District 163 regarding copies of all emails and memos from the past year containing specific keywords. The request was made on January 28, 2025.
The FOIA request was issued by South Cook News, a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. The requested records specifically pertain to any emails or memos that contain the keywords “Lucy Calkins” and “Units of Study.”
South Cook News has expressed its commitment to transparency and accountability in public institutions as part of its professional responsibilities. As such, it believes it is eligible for a fee waiver as a media professional under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act.
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. Notably, 58% of teachers in Illinois have a master's degree or higher.
As we continue our mission at South Cook News to provide comprehensive coverage on local governmental affairs, access to these public records will enable us to better serve our readership with timely and accurate information.
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