North Cook News

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Wheeling Community Consolidated School District 21 in Illinois on January 28, 2025. The request, made by North Cook News, seeks copies of all emails and memos from the past year that contain the keywords "Lucy Calkins" and "Units of Study."

North Cook News is a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. As part of their mission to hold public institutions accountable and provide transparency to the public, they have requested these records under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act.

In their request, North Cook News has emphasized the importance of access to public records for their work in gathering and reporting news. They have also requested a fee waiver as a media professional.

Dr. Michael Connolly Superintendent at Wheeling Community Consolidated School District 21 | Official Website

According to the Illinois Report Card, the average state teacher salary in 2023 was $73,916, while the state average administrative salary was $116,908. The average student-to-administrative ratio stands at 141:1, with an average student-to-teacher ratio of 17:1. Furthermore, it's worth noting that 58% of teachers in Illinois hold a master's degree or higher.

The FOIA request sent by North Cook News is part of ongoing efforts by media organizations across the country to ensure transparency and accountability within our public institutions. As we continue our work at North Cook News, we believe that access to such information is not only essential for our reporting but also vital for maintaining trust within our communities.