Wilmette School District 39 Principal Dr. Kari Cremascoli (2023) | Wilmette School District 39
Wilmette School District 39 Principal Dr. Kari Cremascoli (2023) | Wilmette School District 39
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Wilmette Public Schools District 39 in Illinois on January 13, 2025. The request was made by North Cook News, a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
The FOIA request specifically sought information regarding the number of non-U.S. citizens, often referred to as "migrants" or "illegal aliens," currently enrolled in the school district. As a media organization, North Cook News is deeply invested in gathering and reporting news to the public, with access to public records being essential for fulfilling professional responsibilities. These responsibilities include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public.
North Cook News believes that its role in disseminating information makes it eligible for a fee waiver as a media professional under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140.
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. It's also worth noting that 58% of teachers in Illinois have a master's degree or higher.
The FOIA request sent by North Cook News forms part of broader efforts by media organizations across the country to provide increased transparency about educational statistics and demographics.
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