West Cook News

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to Lindop School District 92 on January 13, 2025 by West Cook News. The request sought information regarding the number of non-U.S. citizens currently enrolled in the school district.

The media organization West Cook News is known for its commitment to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. The request was made under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140, with a preference for an electronic format response.

West Cook News emphasized their role as a news outlet involved in gathering and reporting news to the public. They highlighted that access to public records is essential for them to fulfill their professional responsibilities, which include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public. In light of this role, they believe they are eligible for a fee waiver as a media professional.

In related data, 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 worth noting that 58% of teachers in Illinois have a master's degree or higher.

As we await further details from Lindop School District 92 regarding this FOIA request, we continue our commitment at West Cook News to provide transparent and reliable information about our local educational institutions.