A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Martinsville Community Unit School District 3c on January 28, 2025. The request was made by East Central Reporter, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
The FOIA request seeks copies of all emails and memos from the past year that contain the keywords "Lucy Calkins" and "Units of Study". These terms are related to educational materials and curriculum development, suggesting that the reporter is investigating issues related to education policy or practice within the school district.
As members of East Central Reporter, we believe access to public records is crucial for fulfilling our professional responsibilities. These include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public. Given our role in disseminating information, we have requested a fee waiver as media professionals.
In context, 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. Notably, 58% of teachers in Illinois hold a master's degree or higher.
This data underscores the importance of transparency in how educational resources are used and decisions are made within our schools. We await response from Martinsville Community Unit School District 3c regarding our FOIA request.
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