Jeff Stawick Superintendent at Community Consolidated School District 146 | Official Website
Jeff Stawick Superintendent at Community Consolidated School District 146 | Official Website
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Community Consolidated School District 146 regarding copies of all emails and memos from the past 12 months that contain specific keywords. The request was made by South Cook News, a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, on January 28, 2025.
The specific keywords in question are “Lucy Calkins” and “Units of Study”. The intention behind this request is to gather information for news reporting purposes. As a media organization, South Cook News believes it plays a crucial role in holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public. Therefore, access to such public records is essential for them to fulfill their professional responsibilities.
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. Interestingly, 58% of teachers in Illinois have a master's degree or higher.
As members of South Cook News, we believe that these statistics provide important context for our ongoing investigation into educational practices within Illinois school districts. We will continue our work to ensure transparency and accountability within these institutions for the benefit of our readers and the wider public.
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