On January 28, 2025, a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Hoover-Schrum Memorial School District 157. The request was made by South Cook News, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
The FOIA request specifically asked for copies of all emails and memos from the past year that contain the keywords "Lucy Calkins" and "Units of Study". These terms are presumably related to educational programs or initiatives within the school district. As part of the media, South Cook News is involved in gathering and reporting news to the public. 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.
In light of their role in disseminating information, South Cook News believes they are eligible for a fee waiver as a media professional. They await a response from Hoover-Schrum Memorial School District 157 regarding this request.
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.
This FOIA request reflects our ongoing commitment at South Cook News to hold educational institutions accountable and provide transparent reporting on matters that impact our community. We look forward to sharing more updates as we receive responses from Hoover-Schrum Memorial School District 157.
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