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A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to Maine Township High School District 207 on January 28, 2025. The request was made by North Cook News, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.

The FOIA request sought copies of all emails and memos from the past year that contained the keywords "Lucy Calkins" and "Units of Study". As members of the media, we at North Cook News are involved in gathering and reporting news to the public. Access to public records is essential for us to fulfill our professional responsibilities, which include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public. Given our role in disseminating information, we believe we are eligible for a fee waiver as media professionals.

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.

Ken Wallace Superintendent at Maine Township High School District 207 | Official Website

We at North Cook News continue our commitment to provide comprehensive coverage of local government affairs. We believe that transparency is key in maintaining a healthy democracy and ensuring accountability within our public institutions.