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On January 28, 2025, a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to Komarek School District 94 by West Cook News. The request seeks copies of all emails and memos from the past year that contain the keywords "Lucy Calkins" and "Units of Study".

As a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, West Cook News made this request under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140. The request was made in electronic format for ease of access and dissemination.

West Cook News believes that access to public records is essential in fulfilling its professional responsibilities which include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public. As such, it has requested a fee waiver as a media professional.

Komarek School District 94 Principal Dr. Todd Fitzgerald (2023) | Komarek School District 94

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 noteworthy that 58% of teachers in Illinois have a master's degree or higher.

This information provides valuable context as we continue our investigation into local educational matters. We at West Cook News believe that transparency in our educational institutions is vital for ensuring accountability and promoting quality education for all students.