A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to Hillside School District 93 in Illinois on January 13, 2025. The request was made by West Cook News, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
The FOIA request specifically asked for the number of "migrants" (e.g., illegal aliens/non-U.S. citizens) currently enrolled in the school district. This information is crucial for the media organization's work in holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public.
At West Cook News, we believe that access to public records is essential for us to fulfill our professional responsibilities. As such, we requested a fee waiver as a media professional while submitting this FOIA request.
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.
We will continue to seek information that contributes to transparency and accountability within our educational institutions. Please stay tuned for updates on this matter as we receive more information from Hillside School District 93.
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