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FOIA Request Sent to LaGrange School District 102 Regarding Emails and Memos on January 28, 2025

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Dr. Chris Covino Superintendent at La Grange School District 102 | Official website

Dr. Chris Covino Superintendent at La Grange School District 102 | Official website

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to LaGrange School District 102 regarding copies of all emails and memos from the past year that contain specific keywords. The request was made by West Cook News, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, on January 28, 2025.

The requested records are sought under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140. The keywords specified in the request include "Lucy Calkins" and "Units of Study". As a media organization, West Cook News aims to gather and report news to the public, holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency.

West Cook News believes it is eligible for a fee waiver as a media professional due to its role in disseminating information. The organization awaits a response from LaGrange School District 102 regarding this FOIA request.


Dr. Chris Covino Superintendent at La Grange School District 102 | Official website

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. Notably, 58% of teachers in Illinois have a master's degree or higher.

This data provides context for understanding educational practices within Illinois schools such as LaGrange School District 102. As we continue our reporting on this matter, we hope that these records will shed light on internal communications within the district related to these keywords.

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