On January 28, 2025, a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to Armstrong Township High School District 225 by Chambana Sun, a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. The request seeks access to all emails and memos from the past year that contain the keywords "Lucy Calkins" and "Units of Study".
The request is part of Chambana Sun's ongoing efforts to provide transparency and hold public institutions accountable. Given the nature of our work as a media organization, we believe we are eligible for a fee waiver as per the Illinois Freedom of Information Act.
In addition to this request, it's important to note some key facts about education in Illinois. 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, and the average student-to-teacher ratio is at 17:1. Interestingly, over half (58%) of teachers in Illinois have a master's degree or higher.
These statistics provide context for our FOIA request and underline the importance of transparency in our educational institutions. As we continue our reporting on these matters, we remain committed to bringing you accurate information about your local government affairs.
We will keep you updated on any developments regarding this FOIA request.
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