On January 28, 2025, a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Gifford Community Consolidated School District 188. The request was made by Chambana Sun, 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 often associated with educational materials and teaching methods used in schools. The purpose of this request is to provide transparency and hold public institutions accountable.
As members of the media, we at Chambana Sun believe access to public records is essential for us to fulfill our professional responsibilities. We aim to disseminate information to the public and ensure that public institutions are held accountable for their actions.
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 noteworthy that 58% of teachers in Illinois have a master's degree or higher.
The outcome of this FOIA request will provide further insight into how these educational policies are being implemented within Gifford Community Consolidated School District 188. As always, our goal is to keep the public informed about important developments within our local government institutions.
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