North Cook News

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to Skokie School District 69 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 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 likely related to educational programs or initiatives within the district.

As members of the media, we at North Cook News believe in the importance of transparency in public institutions. Access to these records is essential for us to fulfill our professional responsibilities, which include holding public institutions accountable. We have requested these documents in an electronic format for ease of access and dissemination.

Dr. Margaret Clauson Superintendent at Skokie School District 69 | Official Website

We also believe that as a media organization involved in gathering and reporting news to the public, we are eligible for a fee waiver under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act.

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.

These statistics provide valuable context as we continue our investigation into local governmental affairs and educational practices within Skokie School District 69. We will keep our readers updated as we receive more information from this FOIA request.